Connect with us

Latest News

Broadcast Legend Mike Francesa Renews Exclusive Partnership with BetRivers

Published

on

broadcast-legend-mike-francesa-renews-exclusive-partnership-with-betrivers

 

Rush Street Interactive (RSI), a leading US-based betting and gaming company, announced the renewal of its exclusive multi-year agreement with New York sports broadcasting legend, Mike Francesa. The renewal solidifies Francesa’s ongoing commitment to BetRivers.

“I’m thrilled to continue my partnership with BetRivers, which in my opinion offers the best online sportsbook in the industry. Joining forces with the RSI team enables me to connect with fans in exciting and easily accessible ways, while providing my insight and instant reaction to the biggest games to audiences not only in New York but across BetRivers markets nationwide,” Francesa said.

A Radio Hall of Famer with a career spanning over three decades, Francesa has been a household name in New York sports radio. From his groundbreaking years co-hosting the legendary “Mike and the Mad Dog” program on WFAN to his decade at CBS Sports as a studio analyst, Francesa’s influence on sports broadcasting is unparalleled. His accolades include multiple wins of the prestigious Marconi Award as “Major Market Personality of the Year,” a testament to his enduring impact on the industry.

Under this renewed partnership, Francesa will continue to serve exclusively to BetRivers as a provider of network and social media content. Operating from his hometown of New York City, Francesa will host a new daily show on YouTube on “The Mike Francesa Podcast” channel, offering expert insights and analysis on breaking news stories and game reactions. Additionally, he will produce a series of digital videos featured on the BetRivers platform, enriching the betting experience for sports enthusiasts nationwide. He will also meet and greet BetRivers customers in personal appearances in BetRivers markets on the east coast.

Richard Schwartz, CEO of RSI, said: “We are delighted to have Mike Francesa, the undisputed ‘King of New York’ radio, renew his partnership with our BetRivers family of Brand Ambassadors. Our BetRivers audience will now be able to see and hear Mike every weekday! Our customers tell us that his passion for sports, along with the stories Mike shares from when he worked with Jimmy the Greek, add a new level of fun to their betting experiences, further solidifying RSI’s dedication to providing top tier sportsbook entertainment.”

blask

New Blask heatmap tracks real-time interest across World Cup 2026 nations

Published

on

new-blask-heatmap-tracks-real-time-interest-across-world-cup-2026-nations

Blask has launched the Blask World Cup Index, a free interactive map showing daily interest across the majority of the 48 nations competing in the 2026 tournament. It runs for the duration of the competition.

Blask updates the map every 24 hours. Countries where interest towards the major football tournament grows over the previous day turn green. Countries where it fell turn red. Unchanged markets stay grey. Hover over any country for a quick snapshot, click through for a multi-day view, or follow the leaderboard of the fastest-rising and falling markets.

What the Blask World Cup Index measures
Blask World Cup Index draws from the Blask Index, Blask’s measure of iGaming search volume within a given market. On the landing page it tracks football related categories: how actively people in each country are searching for odds, match markets and other football-related content tied to the 2026 tournament.

Country cards show day-by-day trends; a daily leaderboard surfaces the daily World Cup Index and its change with the previous day. Visitors can track how interest in their country builds in the days before their team’s next match and how fast it collapses after an exit. The leaderboard shows which nation leads the index and how that position shifts with results. For operators and affiliates, the most actionable view is a market where interest is growing faster than the team’s performance would predict — the signal that precedes a volume spike.

After a 4-1 victory over Paraguay, the United States leads our World Cup Interest Index with 14.4 million demand points — more than three times ahead of second-placed Brazil (4.28 million), despite the Seleção’s global popularity. Germany sits third with 3.15 million following a 7-1 win over Curaçao, while England (2.53 million) and Egypt (2.22 million) round out the top five ahead of their opening group-stage matches.

To put the 2026 data in context, Blask has published two research reports drawing on iGaming activity across the 2018 and 2022 World Cups — one covering six European markets (UK, Germany, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Italy), one covering six LATAM markets.

The data shows the effect is not automatic: Germany posted positive acquisition signals at both tournaments despite group-stage exits; Peru surged +41% in 2022 without qualifying; Colombia fell 14% the same year.

Both reports include country-level APS data, cross-market patterns, and 2026 projections.

The post New Blask heatmap tracks real-time interest across World Cup 2026 nations appeared first on EE Gaming | Global iGaming & Tech Intelligence Hub.

Continue Reading

Ani Isakhanyan Head of Rights and Content at FeedConstruct

FeedConstruct adds Ecuador’s Liga Básquet Pro to global basketball rights

Published

on

feedconstruct-adds-ecuador’s-liga-basquet-pro-to-global-basketball-rights

Supplier takes exclusive worldwide streaming and data rights for all matches in Ecuador’s top men’s league.

FeedConstruct has acquired the exclusive worldwide streaming and data rights for all matches of the Liga Básquet Pro, Ecuador’s premier men’s basketball competition.

The deal adds another Latin American basketball property to FeedConstruct’s rights portfolio, as the supplier positions its content for sportsbook customers seeking additional live betting inventory.

“This partnership with FeedConstruct marks a decisive step in the international projection of Ecuadorian basketball,” said Enrique Zeballos Márquez, President of Liga Básquet Pro. “Working with a global leader in sports media and data rights allows us to maximise the value of our competition, safeguard the integrity of its data, and bring it to new audiences worldwide.”

Ani Isakhanyan, Head of Rights and Content at FeedConstruct, said: “We are excited to expand our regional basketball portfolio with the addition of Liga Básquet Pro. With its passionate fan base and strong competitive profile, the league brings valuable content opportunities to our network of more than 100 operators worldwide.”

FeedConstruct said the acquisition supports its continued expansion across emerging betting markets and strengthens its basketball rights offering.

The post FeedConstruct adds Ecuador’s Liga Básquet Pro to global basketball rights appeared first on EE Gaming | Global iGaming & Tech Intelligence Hub.

Continue Reading

Ani Isakhanyan Head of Rights and Content at FeedConstruct

FeedConstruct Adds Ecuador’s Liga Básquet Pro to Its Global Basketball Rights Portfolio

Published

on

feedconstruct-adds-ecuador’s-liga-basquet-pro-to-its-global-basketball-rights-portfolio

FeedConstruct has acquired the exclusive worldwide streaming and data rights for all matches of the Liga Básquet Pro, Ecuador’s premier men’s basketball competition.

Latin America continues to emerge as a fast-growing market for the sports betting industry, with basketball playing an increasingly important role in regional engagement. The Liga Básquet Pro has helped elevate the sport’s visibility in Ecuador while building a passionate local fan base. With its growing commercial appeal and competitive matchups, the league continues to strengthen its position within the Latin American basketball ecosystem.

The addition of the competition enables sportsbooks to deliver consistent and engaging basketball content to bettors while benefiting from favorable regional time zones that support increased betting activity and stronger player engagement.

“This partnership with FeedConstruct marks a decisive step in the international projection of Ecuadorian basketball,” said Enrique Zeballos Márquez, President of Liga Básquet Pro. “Working with a global leader in sports media and data rights allows us to maximise the value of our competition, safeguard the integrity of its data, and bring it to new audiences worldwide.”

Ani Isakhanyan, Head of Rights and Content at FeedConstruct, commented: “We are excited to expand our regional basketball portfolio with the addition of Liga Básquet Pro. With its passionate fan base and strong competitive profile, the league brings valuable content opportunities to our network of more than 100 operators worldwide.”

The acquisition further strengthens FeedConstruct’s basketball rights portfolio and supports the company’s continued expansion across emerging betting markets worldwide.

The post FeedConstruct Adds Ecuador’s Liga Básquet Pro to Its Global Basketball Rights Portfolio appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.

Continue Reading

Trending

Get it on Google Play

Fresh slot games releases by the top brands of the industry. We provide you with the latest news straight from the entertainment industries.

The platform also hosts industry-relevant webinars, and provides detailed reports, making it a one-stop resource for anyone seeking information about operators, suppliers, regulators, and professional services in the European gaming market. The portal's primary goal is to keep its extensive reader base updated on the latest happenings, trends, and developments within the gaming and gambling sector, with an emphasis on the European market while also covering pertinent global news. It's an indispensable resource for gaming professionals, operators, and enthusiasts alike.

Contact us: [email protected]

Editorial / PR Submissions: [email protected]

Copyright © 2015 - 2024 - Recent Slot Releases is part of HIPTHER Agency. Registered in Romania under Proshirt SRL, Company number: 2134306, EU VAT ID: RO21343605. Office address: Blvd. 1 Decembrie 1918 nr.5, Targu Mures, Romania