Here are today’s fantasy news articles of interest:
- A new Florida lawsuit against FanDuel and DraftKings has named DFS partners, such as the leagues and payment processors, as defendants under a RICO theory.
- After exiting the NY market, FanDuel saw a slight dip in entry-fees this weekend, while DraftKings maintained steady numbers.
- Following an April statement indicating that the NFL was “taking a cautious approach” to the DFS industry, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell further distanced the league from DFS in a Sunday press conference by likening DFS to gambling and distinguishing it from NFL-endorsed season-long fantasy sports. Goodell also called for stronger consumer protection laws.
- DraftKings announced a partnership with GeoComply (a geolocation service) that would block users in restricted jurisdictions.
- The Maryland Joint Committee on Gaming Oversight is planning a hearing on DFS for mid-December. The state comptroller will also assemble a panel to investigate consumer protections in the industry.
