Genius Sports, the official data, technology and commerce company that fuels the marketplace that connects sports, betting and media, has announced that it has been certified by the Louisiana State Board of Gaming Control as a “Sports Betting Service Provider” for a term. initial period of six months.
With this new market, the company is now authorized to operate in 18 US states, providing official data, streaming and marketing solutions to major bookmakers and sports lotteries.
Online sports betting was authorized in Louisiana in June 2021. Some of the state’s retail bookmakers are starting to open and the launch of online sports betting is expected in the coming weeks.
Genius Sports CEO Mark Locke commented: “We are honored that the Louisiana Board of Control of Games has granted Genius Sports its temporary sports betting service provider authorization to provide licensed sports betting with access to our innovative products and NFL Media Solutions”.
“As a growing number of American states legalize sports betting, Genius Sports welcomes the opportunity to work with states like Louisiana to provide official sports data solutions to sports fans,” Locke concluded.
About Genius Sports
Genius Sports is a data and technology company that powers the global marketplace by connecting sports, betting and media. The company’s mission is to support a sustainable sports data system that benefits all parties – from the rights holder to the fan.
In addition, the group partners with more than 400 sports organizations around the world, capturing the highest quality data for many of the largest leagues and federations such as NFL, EPL, FIBA, NCAA, NASCAR, AFA and PGA.
