Evolution, the industry-leading B2B solution provider for casino operators, announced a three-year extension of their US agreement with FanDuel Casino. The renewal strengthens the strategic partnership between the two companies, reaffirming Evolution as FanDuel’s sole provider of core live dealer casino games.

Under the terms of the extension, FanDuel players will continue to have access to Evolution and Ezugi’s full portfolio of industry-leading live casino games, along with top-performing slots from NetEnt, Red Tiger, Big Time Gaming, and Nolimit City. This marks the second extension of the original partnership, which began in 2020 when Evolution’s live dealer games were integrated into FanDuel’s Casino platform.

Jacob Claesson, Chief Executive Officer of Evolution North America, said: “We are thrilled to extend our successful partnership with FanDuel, providing players with the very best in online casino entertainment. FanDuel’s trust in Evolution highlights our shared commitment to growing the live casino market and creating a truly immersive experience for players across North America.”

“FanDuel Casino is the leading Casino operator in the U.S., offering the largest selection of exclusive live casino tables in the market. Expanding our partnership with Evolution for Live Casino and RNG games enables us to consistently provide a top-tier experience to our customers. We look forward to our continued growth in the Live Casino sector,” said Asaf Noifeld, Managing Director of FanDuel Casino.

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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.