As a result of an unprecedented deal with sports betting companies, the NFL has become an official partner with three of them. DraftKings, FanDuel and Caesars Entertainment will now have exclusive access to NFL content, paving the way for betting content to be incorporated into NFL Network broadcasts this fall. The deal is the largest of its kind, and the NFL has made it clear that it intends to make it available to fans everywhere.
In-play betting
In-Play betting is a way to place bets during an event, rather than wait for the outcome. In-Play betting is often referred to as in-running or live betting, and usually occurs during sporting events. In-Play betting is mainly conducted online, with bets being placed through a betting exchange or traditional bookmaker’s website. You can even place your bets over the phone.
In-play betting during a sporting event is allowed if the event is being broadcast live. Unlike other forms of betting, however, there are a number of regulations that apply to in-play betting. A sports betting exchange must have procedures to capture and analyze information in order to monitor potential at-risk bettor behavior. Listed below are some guidelines for betting during in-play events. While betting on sporting events is not prohibited, there are many risks involved.
Data solutions
Having access to data about the sports that people bet on can greatly improve the odds of winning a bet. But how do you know if your predictions are right? This is a question that has plagued bookmakers and iGaming operators for years. To address this, M Science has launched a new platform that allows its clients to track key performance metrics for iGaming and digital sports betting companies.
The company is one of the leading technology providers of data solutions for sportsbooks and other sports leagues. Their business model is unique because it is not possible to replicate their global data collection network. As a result, GENI’s data is used to help more than a thousand online and offline betting partners around the world. Genius’ technology has been praised by many in the sports industry and it is now the only company in the world to offer a global network of data collection locations.
Media partnerships
A wave of new media partnerships is making its way across sports betting. They’re aimed at acquiring customers and increasing engagement across both parties. A recent deal between NBCUniversal and PointsBet has valued the partnership at $400 million. As the official betting partner of NBC Sports in the US, PointsBet will gain access to 184 million viewers and 60 million monthly active users. NBCUniversal also provides premier live events and exclusive rights to certain promotional opportunities.
Sky Betting & Gaming partnered with Sky in the UK, and it is believed that the Stars Group is in talks with US media companies to replicate that relationship. Both parties are looking to enter the regulated US market for online sports betting, casino and poker. During the NHL season, the partnership will help both parties to maximize their respective revenue streams. In addition to partnering with popular US media outlets, FanDuel will also receive rights to use category designations for betting and will continue to receive custom content on NHL-controlled media platforms.
Protection against corruption
Last month, the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) published a report on the threat of corruption in sports, specifically tennis and football. The ITIA issued 39 corruption alerts in tennis. In the report, Gray commented on the dynamic nature of betting-related threats, which range from unscrupulous individuals within a sport to organised crime. Europol, for example, warned of corruption in lower-level professional sports.
The IGF has a dedicated hotline, although as of December 2020, the link to the Anti-betting and Corruption Policy was not functioning. The IGF Integrity Unit head provides impartial support to people reporting suspected corruption in sports. The FIFA Code of Conduct has numerous references to a confidential reporting system. However, FIFA’s 2020d has no such link. Therefore, FIFA’s Anti-betting and Corruption Policy is not adequate to protect fans from corruption in football.