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Prize Picks named as official fantasy sports partner of the NBA

3+ hour, 36+ min ago  (356+ words) By Erik Gibbs - 9 Apr, 2026 Prize Picks CEO Mike Ybarra said: "Our focus has always been on delivering fun and responsible experiences, and working with the NBA allows us to bring that commitment to fans through innovative integrations that enhance how…...

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Why startups need partners, not just investors: The case of mr. Booster and Red Core

1+ day, 8+ hour ago  (763+ words) By NEXT. io - 8 Apr, 2026 The history of this partnership shows how the investment market is changing and why startups are more and more looking for support, not just money. At the same time as its development, mr. Booster worked with…...

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'No laughing matter': ASA punishes Skill On Net for stand-up comedy ad

1+ day, 1+ hour ago  (417+ words) By Rory Calland - 8 Apr, 2026 This opinion was seemingly shared by the Advertising Standard Authority (ASA), as the regulator agreed that the ad breached the CAP Code governing non-broadcast promotions. The paid-for social media video for Gecko Play portrayed a comedian…...

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next. io > news > investment > mgm-pens-shareholder-voting-deal-barry-diller

MGM pens shareholder voting deal with Fox founder Barry Diller

1+ day, 8+ hour ago  (237+ words) By Zak Thomas-Akoo - 8 Apr, 2026 However, the deal expires if the combined stakes of Diller and his affiliated entities fall below 17. 5%, if MGM fails to nominate two of IAC's chosen directors to its board, or else there is a change of…...

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next. io > news > regulation > maine-governor-signs-sweepstakes-casino-ban

Maine Governor signs sweepstakes casino ban

2+ day, 3+ hour ago  (319+ words) By Erik Gibbs - 7 Apr, 2026 The law, titled "An Act Regarding the Prohibition of Online Sweepstakes Games," rewrites how the state treats the specific category of online gaming. It places sweepstakes-style platforms inside Maine's definition of unlawful gambling, rather than leaving…...

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next. io > news > investment > optimove-acquire-gamification-crm-supplier-smartico

Optimove to acquire gamification-led CRM supplier Smartico

2+ day, 8+ hour ago  (231+ words) By Zak Thomas-Akoo - 7 Apr, 2026 Smartico's founders will continue to lead the company, retaining full decision-making authority over strategy, product roadmap, and day-to-day operations. Terms of the deal were undisclosed. Pini Yakuel, Optimove CEO and founder, said: "What impressed us about…...

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next. io > news > betting > altenar-files-us-lawsuit-against-sportradar

Altenar accuses Sportradar of blocking US market entry in lawsuit

1+ week, 2+ hour ago  (502+ words) By Jake Evans - 2 Apr, 2026 Altenar argues that access to official US sports league data is essential for any supplier looking to compete in the US, particularly as in-play wagering now accounts for such a significant share of handle. Sportradar VP…...

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next. io > news > responsible-gambling > gambling-charities-face-closure-after-missing-out-on-nhs-funding

Gambling charities face closure after missing out on NHS funding

1+ week, 2+ hour ago  (645+ words) By Zak Thomas-Akoo - 2 Apr, 2026 Under the new funding framework, approximately "120m in compulsory operator contributions will be earmarked for either the research, prevention or treatment of gambling-related harm. The government departments responsible for commissioning the work and distributing the funds are…...

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Alea leads the conversation in S'o Paulo as Headline Partner for NEXT Focus: Brazil

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (203+ words) By NEXT. io - 1 Apr, 2026 Alea CEO Jordi Sendra will open the afternoon programme by joining the first panel, "Brazil 2026: The New Reality of Regulated Gambling," starting at 14: 00. Moderated by Karen Sierra-Hughes of GLI, the session will bring together leaders from…...