Predictably there’s been a flurry of activity after the US Supreme Court ruling that struck down PASPA Monday (see previous report) opening the doors to legal sportsbetting in the U.S., a welcome and momentous ruling for the gambling industry as a whole.
The Stars Group welcomed the ruling saying the decision opens the door for the Group’s extensive expansion in the United States.
“We believe we’re well-positioned to take advantage of any new business and market opportunities, and to use state legislatures in setting up sports gambling frameworks that satisfy local consumers’ interest in sports gambling while still protecting them through protected and regulated betting environments. ”
B2B sports gambling technology provider Kambi Group said the decision has produced an important business opportunity for Kambi, vindicating their long term regulated marketplace plan.
“we’ve been working towards this day since our beginning, putting in place the foundations to ensure the business would be ready for a legal US sports gambling market when it arrived.
SBTech’s chief executive officer Richard Carter described the decision as a historic day for the business. “We look forward to working closely with stakeholders and helping shape an open and accountable environment for sports gambling to flourish in the US, which addresses the needs of consumers, law enforcement, regulators, sports ethics, operators and technology providers.
US Trade body, the American Gaming Association (AGA) tagged the ruling a victory for the millions of Americans who attempt to bet on sports in a safe and regulated way.
“The AGA stands ready to work with all stakeholders — states, tribes, sports leagues, and law enforcement — to create a new regulatory environment that capitalizes on this chance to participate fans and boost local economies,” a media statement reads.
