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Kansas Sports Betting Handle Clears $160 Million in Opening Month

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The opening month of sports betting in Kansas saw more than $160 million in handle, with $1.269 million in revenue.

All told, the Sunflower State reported $160,527,361 in cumulative wagers, or handle, during September, split among the six Kansas sportsbooks operating.

Kansas’ full first month revenue report was released during Wednesday’s monthly Kansas Lottery meeting.

“We have put together consensus revenue estimate numbers for the legislature to sort of expand and work on budgets for the upcoming year,” Lottery Executive Director Stephen Durrell said. “… And I think there was a lot of pent-up demand for sports wagering within the state and people wanted a legal and safe way to place wagers on their favorite teams, and it’s been really interesting to watch.”

September Handle by Operator

DraftKings Sportsbook $74.2 million
FanDuel Sportsbook $35.0 million
BetMGM Sportsbook $27.9 million
Barstool Sportsbook $10.7 million
Caesars Sportsbook $6.0 million
PointsBet Sportsbook $1.3 million

 

What to Know About September’s Report

DraftKings Kansas was the opening month handle leader with $74,184,545 in online bets placed.

Trailing the Boston-based operator were FanDuel Kansas ($35,044,784), BetMGM Kansas ($27,963,901), Barstool Sportsbook Kansas ($10,731,055), Caesars Sportsbook Kansas ($6,014,084) and PointsBet Kansas ($1,267,197).

The leader in retail wagers during September was Barstool Sportsbook via its Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway location.

In total, the enterprise of PENN Entertainment netted $4,373,751 in retail wagers during September. FanDuel Sportsbook at Kansas Star Casino was the only other retail location operating during the month, and it accounted for $945,132 in handle.

Because of free bets and promotions, DraftKings, FanDuel, Barstool and BetMGM Kansas had no online revenue in September, and therefore paid no state taxes. The state took in $129,617 in taxes, with more than $90,000 coming from the two retail sportsbooks in operation.

Where Kansas Sports Betting Stacked Up in September

As far as opening month handles are concerned Kansas sports betting apps ranked behind New York ($1.365 billion), Arizona ($291.212 million) and Nevada ($286.548 million), but ahead of Tennessee ($131.444 million), Virginia ($58.896 million), Connecticut ($54.641 million), Indiana ($35.215 million) and Colorado ($25.621 million).

During his comments Wednesday, Durrell said regulators from the lottery and Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission are working to get marketing entities in the state, such as the bars, restaurants and other facilities covered in SB 84, licensed.

He also said regulators are working with the MLS’ Sporting KC to get them approved to launch sports betting operations, but declined to give a firm timeline when that could happen.

“Unfortunately, the way the bill was drafted there is a bit of ambiguity in certain parts on how the marketing activities could work,” he said. “And so, we’re trying very hard, along with our friends at the KRGC, to figure that out. But there are problems in the bill that maybe are not designed to give individual marketing entities what they originally thought that they were going to get under the bill. And so, we’re trying to work that out.”

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Play’n GO granted Alberta iGaming licence, expanding Canadian market footprint

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The Swedish gaming giant confirms its entry into another regulated market, with its industry-leading portfolio of games set to launch in Alberta.

Play’n GO, one of the world’s leading casino entertainment providers, has been granted a licence to supply online gaming content in the Canadian province of Alberta, marking another milestone in the company’s expansion across regulated North American markets.

The licence, awarded by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission (AGLC), allows the company to offer its portfolio of premium online casino titles to licensed operators in the province ahead of Alberta’s planned market launch later this year.

Alberta represents an important new regulated opportunity within Canada, complementing Play’n GO’s established presence in Ontario and Quebec, while reinforcing the company’s commitment to operating exclusively in regulated jurisdictions.

Magnus Olsson said: “Being granted a licence in Alberta is another important step in our North American growth journey and further strengthens our presence in Canada.

“Regulated markets are the foundation of our business, and Alberta represents an exciting opportunity to expand our footprint in a jurisdiction that shares our commitment to high standards, player protection and long-term sustainability.”

The Alberta licence forms part of Play’n GO’s broader strategy of expanding through regulated markets, working closely with licensed operators to deliver compliant, high-quality gaming content focused on innovation, responsibility, and long-term commercial value.

As part of its market entry preparations, the company has aligned its technology and game portfolio with Alberta’s regulatory standards and requirements, with an initial batch of titles already undergoing certification to ensure launch readiness.

About Play’n GO

With more than 20 years of experience in mobile-first gaming, Play’n GO is a global leader in casino entertainment and the creator of some of the industry’s most iconic online titles, including Rich Wilde and the Book of Dead, Reactoonz, and Moon Princess.

A pioneer in the sector, Play’n GO was among the first to recognize the potential of mobile gaming, developing casino content for mobile devices as early as 2005, before the smartphone era.

Today, the company offers a portfolio of more than 450 premium titles, available to regulated operators across over 35 jurisdictions.

Play’n GO is strongly committed to a fully regulated, sustainable gaming industry built around entertainment, safety, and long-term collaboration.

The company works closely with operators, regulators, and research institutions to promote responsible gaming standards across all markets in which it operates.

With a deep understanding of both operators’ and players’ needs, Play’n GO focuses on creating high-quality, enduring content designed for long-term engagement.

In addition to game development, the company also provides backend services and solutions that support operators in delivering a seamless gaming experience.

Beyond gaming, Play’n GO has expanded into complementary entertainment verticals with Play’n GO Music and Play’n GO Shop, and is also a proud partner of the TGR Haas F1 Team.

For more information, please visit www.playngo.com

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Play’n GO secures Alberta iGaming supplier licence from AGLC

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Play’n GO has been granted a licence to supply online gaming content in Alberta, as the province prepares to launch its regulated online market later this year.

The licence was awarded by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission (AGLC). Play’n GO said the approval allows it to provide its online casino games to licensed operators in the province.

Magnus Olsson, Chief Commercial Officer at Play’n GO, said:

“Being granted a licence in Alberta is another important step in our North American growth journey and further strengthens our presence in Canada.

“Regulated markets are the foundation of our business, and Alberta represents an exciting opportunity to expand our footprint in a jurisdiction that shares our commitment to high standards, player protection and long‑term sustainability.”

Play’n GO said it has aligned its technology and game portfolio with Alberta’s regulatory requirements, with an initial batch of titles undergoing certification ahead of launch. The supplier is already active in Canada, with an established presence in Ontario and Quebec, according to the company.

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Alberta iGaming Corporation Appoints Dan Keene as its CEO

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Dan Keene, who served as the interim CEO of the Alberta iGaming Corporation (AiGC), has been appointed to the role permanently, effective April 21, 2026. Under his leadership, AiGC will launch Alberta’s regulated iGaming market on July 13. Keene has played a pivotal role in shaping the province’s gaming landscape, both through his work standing up AiGC and in his previous roles at the Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Commission (AGLC).

“Dan brings deep operational experience and a strong track record in gaming and market development. His leadership will be essential as the Alberta iGaming Corporation prepares for launch and delivers a regulated market built on social responsibility and player protection,” said Sanjeev Kad, Board Chair, Alberta iGaming Corporation.

About Dan Keene

Serving as Vice-President, Gaming at AGLC since July 2022, Keene overseen a broad portfolio, including gaming retail services, technical operations, compliance, online gambling, player loyalty, supply chain, electronic gaming, and product development across Alberta. He has been instrumental in advancing consumer-focused initiatives. He co-led the creation of Winner’s Edge, Alberta’s first province-wide casino loyalty program, and guided the operations of PlayAlberta.ca, currently, the province’s only regulated online gambling platform. Previously, Keene worked at AGLC as Manager, Casino Products. In this role, he led a team of specialists responsible for selecting slot games and terminals for Alberta’s 30 casinos and 750 VLT locations. Before joining AGLC, he completed successful tenures with Molson Breweries and Century Casinos Inc.

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