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DraftKings, Genius, BetMGM receive Wyoming sports betting licences

| By Nosa Omoigui
The state of Wyoming has granted sports betting licences to major operators as its sports betting market launches, with DraftKings, Genius Sports and BetMGM among the recipients.
Wyomign launches sports betting market

DraftKings has announced the launch of its online sportsbook in Wyoming, which becomes the 13th state to offer the product. The operator has also rolled out its online sportsbook in Virginia and Michigan in January.

DraftKings co-founder and president Matt Kalish said: “Legalised sports betting has seen widespread growth in just three years and the DraftKings Sportsbook has been at the center of the action.

“We are thrilled that Wyoming sports bettors have the opportunity to experience the highly accessible and immersive fan experience along with best in class consumer protections that our product offers millions of skin-in-the-game sports fans.”

Furthermore, Genius Sports announced it was granted an online sports wagering vendor permit by the Wyoming Gaming Commission. Wyoming becomes the 15th state which Genius now has access to.

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