FanDuel announced a fourth $1 million donation supporting the UNCF (United Negro College Fund) whose mission is to build a robust and nationally recognized pipeline of under-represented students who, because of UNCF support, become highly qualified college graduates. The donation will financially support students at 11 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across North Carolina.

FanDuel is an Official Sports Betting Partner of the Carolina Panthers and made the donation to the UNCF on September 29 in the form of a check presentation at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, with UNCF and FanDuel executives taking part in the ceremony.

Through the donation, UNCF will provide direct support through its Emergency Student Aid program and help students at each of the institutions in a variety of areas, including technology, housing, food security, tuition, and other education-related expenses.

“We are thrilled to extend our work with the UNCF to support the HBCU community across North Carolina. FanDuel is steadfast in its commitment to making a positive impact in the communities in which we operate our sportsbook, and we look forward to supporting hard-working students at institutions throughout the state,” said Alison Kutler, Vice President of Responsible Gaming and Community Impact at FanDuel.

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“As a steadfast supporter of UNCF and HBCU students, FanDuel is setting an exemplary standard for other private entities to emulate in making investments in deserving students who need a helping hand to fulfill their goal of completing their college education. We commend FanDuel for its ongoing commitment and support as together we will continue empowering HBCUs and their students to flourish and to remain focused on their crucial mission in higher education,” said Larry A. Griffith, executive vice president for programs and student services at UNCF.

The 11 institutions in North Carolina impacted by the donation include Barber-Scotia College, Bennett College, Elizabeth City State University, Fayetteville State University, Johnson C. Smith University, Livingstone College, North Carolina A&T State University, North Carolina Central University, St. Augustine’s University, Shaw University, and Winston-Salem State University.

International Game Technology PLC announced that it recently renewed a multi-year retail sports betting agreement with FanDuel, North America’s premier online gaming company and an operating unit within Flutter Entertainment plc. Under the terms of the agreement, IGT PlaySports will continue as the exclusive retail sports betting platform provider for FanDuel’s retail sportsbooks across North America for four additional years, starting September 1, 2024. IGT PlaySports and FanDuel have worked together since 2019, when FanDuel opened its first sportsbook in the US at The New Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment in New Jersey.

“For more than five years, IGTPlaySports’ team and technology have helped FanDuel’s retail sportsbook operation deliver a best-in-class customer experience while helping us maintain our position as America’s #1 Sportsbook. Given IGT’s experience as a global land-based casino supplier, we believe it offers the experience and capabilities we needed supporting our retail locations,” said Christian Genetski, President of FanDuel.

“IGT PlaySports looks forward to supporting FanDuel as its exclusive retail sports betting platform provider in North America for four additional years. IGT PlaySports is committed to helping our customers realize the full potential of the retail sports betting market and differentiate their products through exceptional player experience and reliable technology,” said Joe Bertolone, IGT Senior Vice President of Sports Betting.

Greentube, the NOVOMATIC Digital Gaming and Entertainment division, has significantly enhanced its North American footprint after rolling out its content with operating giant FanDuel.

Greentube’s portfolio has initially gone live with the leading operator in Michigan and New Jersey, with a Connecticut launch to follow.

Top-performing games from the supplier, including Piggy Prizes: Wand of Riches, Diamond Cash: Mighty Buffalo and Silver Lux: Big Win Spinner, can now be enjoyed by local players.

FanDuel’s dominance in the North American markets will enable Greentube’s content to be introduced to a huge new audience in the three states.

Since making its debut in the US in 2021, Greentube has made great strides in the region, producing localised content that resonates with players.

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Markus Antl, Director Global Sales and Key Account Management at Greentube, said: “We are thrilled to have launched our portfolio with FanDuel. Partnering with such a leading operator is an exciting opportunity, and we’re eager to bring our proven content to FanDuel’s vast player base. We’re also looking forward to our upcoming launch in Connecticut, where we can introduce our offerings to even more slot enthusiasts across the U.S.”