Fantasy Sports
FSI CEO on the Government Affairs Committee of the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association
FSI is delighted to announce that their CEO, Dennis Tsalikis, will be serving as a member of the Government Affairs Committee of the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association (FSGA)!
FSGA’s Government Affairs Committee works with state & federal politicians, regulators, lobbyists, as well as individual FSGA member companies regarding fantasy sports and sports betting state, and to maintain resources that track state regulations and legislation.
The FSGA is committed to advocating for fantasy sports and sports wagering legislation that allows for a competitive, mobile, and legal marketplace.
The Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association’s Mission is to support fantasy sports, sports gaming, and new forms of fan engagement.
The Association’s Vision is to connect fans to the sports they love, and for this purpose FSGA embraces innovation, future-focused goals and pro-business values, while actively supporting Legal Game Play and dedicating their efforts to customers’ protection.
FSI – Fantasy Sports Interactive is an awarded Fantasy Sports and betting provider run by a team of people who are experienced on both B2C and B2B levels of gaming and betting operations.
Its CEO, Dennis Tsalikis, has a deep knowledge of the sports betting industry and is passionate about innovation, user engagement and responsible gaming.
Regarding his membership on the FSGA’s Government Affairs Committee, he stated:
“I am thrilled, humbled and grateful to be selected as a member of the Committee. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the Association congratulate my fellow members and promise them all to contribute to the Committee’s Mission to the best of my ability. It is an honor to be part of this team, and as a fantasy sports entrepreneur who has always sought to bring innovation in the sports betting industry under responsible gaming standards, I feel I’m in the right place, at the right time! I look forward to contributing to the Committee’s important work!”
Meet the FSGA Government Affairs Committee:
Chair:
Peter Schoenke
Members:
- Griffin Finan
- Stacie Stern
- Adam Wexler
- Stephen Krombolz
- Gunnar LaCour
- Michael Petropoulos
- Dennis Tsalikis
- Jonathan Ahrens
- Michael Jester
- Marc Zwillinger
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PrizePicks, the leading sports entertainment operator in North America, announced that it has launched its innovative peer-to-peer fantasy sports contest in New York. Players across the state can now compete in engaging leaderboard style fantasy sports games.
“Returning to New York is a testament to the state’s commitment to embracing innovative gaming products,” said Nick Zabriskie, SVP of Government Affairs, PrizePicks. “Players deserve a competitive landscape, allowing them to engage with their favorite contests in a regulated environment. We’re excited to bring our games back to sports fans who have eagerly been awaiting our return and to extend our footprint in the Empire State.”
In October, PrizePicks was awarded an interactive fantasy sports license by the New York State Gaming Commission. New York is the 16th state to formally ratify PrizePicks’s fantasy contests as games of skill under its interactive fantasy sports rules.
As PrizePicks continues to expand to new markets, investment into Responsible Gaming remains a key focus. In 2025, PrizePicks was awarded iCAP accreditation by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) for its Responsible Gaming practices and efforts, becoming the first and only fantasy sports operator to earn the certification.
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Arizona
Arizona Department of Gaming Marks Fifth Super Bowl of Legal Sports Betting — November Wagers Top $965M
The Arizona Department of Gaming today highlighted a major milestone: the upcoming Super Bowl will be the fifth played under Arizona’s legal, state-regulated sports wagering framework. Since regulated event wagering launched in 2021, Arizona’s oversight—guided by state law and Tribal-State Compacts—has aimed to protect consumers, preserve integrity, and generate public revenue.
Key November 2025 figures: strong wagering growth
In its latest monthly report, the Department said Arizona bettors wagered approximately $965 million on sports and events in November 2025 — about a 7.5% increase versus November 2024. The state collected roughly $5.5 million in privilege fees for the month.* Fiscal year-to-date privilege fees total $26.3 million (about $25.7M from event wagering and $637,399 from fantasy sports).
Arizona also recorded its highest monthly event wagering in October 2025 with $967,141,269, and the second-highest in November 2025 with $965,233,844.*
Regulated framework and consumer protections
Arizona’s regulated model requires licensed operators to follow statutory rules, Tribal-State Compacts, and ongoing regulatory oversight. The Department conducts audits, compliance reviews, and integrity controls designed to prevent fraud and illegal activity. Licensed event wagering operators remit privilege fees, calculated as a percentage of gaming revenue — with 90% of those fees directed to Arizona’s General Fund to support state programs and priorities.
There are currently fourteen licensed event wagering operators approved to offer wagering in Arizona, each subject to ongoing Department review and potential audit adjustments.
Responsible play and support resources
The Department emphasizes the importance of using state-licensed event wagering and fantasy sports apps or retail locations. For guidance and safety tips, players are encouraged to visit Check Your Bet at gaming.az.gov/checkyourbet.
For individuals and families affected by problem gambling, the Department’s Division of Problem Gambling offers confidential, subsidized treatment and resources statewide at problemgambling.az.com.
* Disclaimer: Monthly operator figures are self-reported and subject to adjustment after Department audits and review. The Department does not guarantee the final accuracy of the self-reported totals.
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FanDuel, North America’s premier online gaming company, is introducing FanDuel Picks, a new peer-to-peer fantasy sports product. FanDuel Picks offers fans a simplified way to engage with their favorite athletes and a chance to win up to 1000x their entry fee by building lineups and selecting whether the athletes will beat their projected stats during games. Customers new to FanDuel Picks who play $5 will get $60 in bonus funds.
With FanDuel Picks, customers can pick three to six players, select “more” or “less” on the players’ projected stat lines and set their contest entry amount. Customers earn points for every correct selection, and customers with the highest score win a share of the prize pool.
“Just in time for NFL season, we are excited to bring fans a social way to engage with the sports and athletes they love with the launch of FanDuel Picks. The ‘more’ or ‘less’ selection model offers a streamlined fantasy sports experience, and we look forward to offering our customers another way to interact with games this season,” said Rob Cullen, FanDuel Picks General Manager.
FanDuel Picks is now available in 17 states, including Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Georgia, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin.
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