BetMGM Poker Merges Pennsylvania with New Jersey and Michigan player pools

BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, announced that Pennsylvania has joined the BetMGM Poker shared player pool, merging with New Jersey and Michigan. Starting on Monday, 28 April at 9 a.m., poker players from the three states can now compete on the same platform and will have the opportunity to compete for the largest prize pools in the history of BetMGM Poker.

Angus Nisbet, BetMGM Vice President of Gaming said, “Pennsylvania represents the largest state to join the shared player pool and turbocharges our poker platform. This expanded player pool will allow us to deliver more games and bigger tournaments to our players. BetMGM Poker is ready to celebrate the growth of our shared liquidity network throughout the spring and summer in a variety of ways.”

BetMGM Poker has a plethora of promotions and tournaments planned to commemorate Pennsylvania joining the shared player pool.

Online tournaments

- $0 buy-in/$35,000 GTD C-Note starts at 7:05 p.m. EST on 29 April. Payouts in cash and a $5,000 package to the BetMGM Poker Championship winner.

- The BetMGM May Millions will be the biggest weekend series in the history of BetMGM Poker. The $1,000,000 GTD series runs from 8-11 May and features 18 total events including a $2,500 Super High Roller and a $1,000 Championship with a $400,000 GTD and a BetMGM Poker Championship freeroll.

Promotions

- Spin the wheel every day when you log in to BetMGM Poker for a chance to win a tournament ticket worth up to $500.

- Check the BetMGM Poker app for additional promotions.

BetMGM Poker Championship at Aria

- The BetMGM Poker Championship returns to Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas 30 June - 4 July. Online qualifiers for the BetMGM Poker Championship run every Thursday and Sunday at 9:15 p.m. EST from now until 22 June. More than 100 players from BetMGM Poker markets (including New Jersey, Michan, Pennsylvania, and Ontario) will win BetMGM Poker Championship packages that include a $3,500 Championship entry, a five-night stay at ARIA, travel credit, and a BetMGM swag bag.

BetMGM Poker ambassador and record four-time World Poker Tour winner Darren Elias said, “It's been amazing being part of the tremendous growth of BetMGM poker throughout the years. Adding a large market like Pennsylvania is a huge milestone in continued expansion and provides the opportunity to compete against more players and for larger prize pools. I used to call Pennsylvania home, and it played an important part in my early poker career. I can't wait to log in and get in the mix.”

Players can earn BetMGM Rewards Points and Tier Credits by playing on BetMGM Poker. BetMGM Rewards points can be redeemed for digital bonuses, MGM Rewards Points, and Marriott Bonvoy Points.

As BetMGM continues to expand into new markets and introduce new features, responsible gaming remains a key focus. Additionally, BetMGM is proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly including GameSense, an industry leading program, developed and licensed to MGM Resorts by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. Through the integration within BetMGM's mobile and desktop platforms, customers can receive the same GameSense experience they have grown to rely on at MGM Resorts properties nationwide. This complements BetMGM's already existing responsible gambling tools which serve to provide customers with an entertaining and safe digital experience.

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BetMGM Progressive Jackpot Pool surpasses $1.6 million

The progressive jackpot at BetMGM Casino in Ontario has reached a record-breaking high of over $1.6 million CAD. It marks the largest jackpot in BetMGM’s history in the province. Players can participate in the progressive jackpot by playing online in Ontario at BetMGM Casino and Wheel of Fortune Casino.

“This represents a significant milestone for BetMGM Casino in Ontario,” said Matt Prevost, Chief Revenue Officer, BetMGM. “We are dedicated to offering players the best iGaming experience, which includes a wide variety of games, jackpots, and readily available responsible gambling tools.”

BetMGM’s progressive jackpot pool consists of exclusive in-house produced games by Entain. Nineteen slot titles offer players the chance to win the progressive jackpot that grows each time the game is played but the jackpot is not won. Some of BetMGM’s exclusive progressive slot titles include:

- Bison Fury

- MGM Grand Millions

- Bison Fury Megaways

- Loot'enKhamun & The Dead Sea Scrolls

- Melon Madness

BetMGM awarded $14 million (CAD) in progressive jackpot payouts to BetMGM Casino players in Ontario throughout 2024. Also in 2024, BetMGM awarded the largest jackpot in the history of legalized iGaming in New Jersey ($6.5 million USD) and another operator record jackpot in West Virginia ($923,347).

BetMGM’s award-winning online casino is home to over 5,400 titles across North American markets and one of the largest state-by-state exclusive progressive jackpot networks. BetMGM’s jackpot network currently consists of over 25 games including popular titles such as MGM Grand Millions, Bison Fury, and 15 Lanterns.

As BetMGM continues to expand into new markets and introduce new features, responsible gaming remains a key focus. Additionally, BetMGM is proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly including GameSense, an industry leading program, developed and licensed to MGM Resorts by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. Through the integration within BetMGM's mobile and desktop platforms, customers can receive the same GameSense experience they have grown to rely on at MGM Resorts properties nationwide. This complements BetMGM's already existing responsible gambling tools which serve to provide customers with an entertaining and safe digital experience.

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BetMGM confirms first £250,000 Cheltenham drop winner

Following the conclusion of the 2025 Cheltenham Festival, BetMGM can confirm the first of two lucky £250,000 winners.

Steve from County Durham became the first winner of two BetMGM £250,000 giveaways during this year’s Cheltenham Festival, having placed a £2 qualifying bet with the online bookmaker.

UK Director at BetMGM, Sam Behar, said: “After a sensational four days at Cheltenham, which included Wednesday’s feature, the BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase, we’re delighted to announce the first winner of our Cheltenham £500,000 giveaway and to have given one BetMGM punter a sensational surprise!

“Steve has become our first winner and we’ve credited his account with an unbelievable £250,000. We think it’s fair to say he never dreamt of backing a winner as good as this one!”

BetMGM’s first £250,000 winner, Steve from County Durham, said: “It hasn’t sunk in, I’m still sitting here thinking ‘is this real?’. Until the money hits the bank, I’ll probably be saying the same.

“I’ve always had a dabble, I’m not a massive bettor but I do like a bit of a flutter. We always have a family day for the Grand National.

“I do football and horse racing betting via BetMGM and the first day [of Cheltenham] I was off work and I went to Sedgefield Racecourse with a friend of mine. They had the big screen up for watching the live races, so I had a flutter on BetMGM and I saw it [the £500,000 Giveaway] in the offers and thought, ‘why not, you never know!’, which is why it’s a massive surprise.

“I think some of it is going to go into my retirement fund – I’m planning for retirement and this is probably going into investments to put away for that – but some of it is probably going to go to paying off some car loans and doing a bit of house improvement.”

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BetMGM Poker combines player pools in New Jersey and Michigan

BetMGM, a leading iGaming and sports betting operator, announced today that it has started combining player pools between its New Jersey and Michigan poker markets. This marks a significant milestone in the evolution of BetMGM Poker, offering players an enhanced poker app, larger promotions and more online poker action.

“This is a landmark day for our poker product as we combine player pools in select markets,” said Angus Nisbet, VP of Gaming, BetMGM. “With the introduction of shared liquidity, we've listened to players’ desire for more games and larger prize pools. By showcasing our best-in-class omnichannel experience – spanning property, sports betting and online casino – we're committed to providing an unparalleled poker experience for our players."

To celebrate the debut of combined player pools, BetMGM Poker will host its biggest tournament series to date starting Sunday, 17 November. The BetMGM Poker Online Championships will run 17 November – 1 December and feature $2,000,000 in guarantees, nightly trophy events and a series leaderboard.

In addition to combined player pools in New Jersey and Michigan, BetMGM Poker has recently launched an improved app in all of its markets. The new app is highlighted by a streamlined log-in journey and new lobby design.

BetMGM Poker Ambassador and record four-time World Poker Tour winner Darren Elias said, “Combining player pools will immediately elevate BetMGM Poker with more games and bigger guarantees while allowing BetMGM to send more online qualifiers to live tournaments at MGM Resorts properties across the country. We are focused on the growth of online poker and I am so excited about the recent app upgrades, the upcoming series and the evolution of BetMGM Poker.”

The arrival of merged player pools brings additional omnichannel poker opportunities with MGM Resorts properties. Players in all U.S. BetMGM Poker markets (Michigan, New Jersey and Pennsylvania) can win their way to the following events:

- Borgata Fall Mini-Series (11-17 November). Online qualifiers and online registration are now available. Full details and schedule at Borgata Poker.

- National Harbor BetMGM Poker Fall Festival (20-24 November). Online qualifiers and online registration will be available later this month. Full details at MGM National Harbor Poker.

- ARIA Poker Open (4-22 December). A new tournament series arrives this December at Aria Resort & Casino and will feature 18 events including BetMGM’s $1,000,000 Winter Championship 13-16 December More details to follow at ARIA Poker on X.

Players can earn BetMGM Rewards Points and Tier Credits by playing at BetMGM Poker. BetMGM Rewards points can be redeemed for digital bonuses, MGM Rewards Points, and Marriott Bonvoy Points. As BetMGM continues to expand into new markets and introduce new features, responsible gaming remains a key focus. Additionally, BetMGM is proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly including GameSense, an industry leading program, developed and licensed to MGM Resorts by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. Through the integration within BetMGM's mobile and desktop platforms, customers can receive the same GameSense experience they have grown to rely on at MGM Resorts properties nationwide. This complements BetMGM's already existing responsible gambling tools which serve to provide customers with an entertaining and safe digital experience.

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BetMGM launched in Sweden

LeoVegas Group is thrilled to launch its international hero brand — BetMGM — in the Swedish market, following successful rollouts in the U.K. and the Netherlands. As the market’s largest privately owned operator, the group will further solidify its leading position with exclusive sports betting experiences, live casino tables from Las Vegas, and Sweden’s largest jackpot: MGM Jackpot.

Today, the international igaming brand BetMGM was launched by LeoVegas Group in the exciting Swedish market. The Vegas-themed brand was first launched outside of North America in 2023, with the United Kingdom being the first market, followed by the Dutch market in April 2024. BetMGM marks LeoVegas Group’s fourth brand in its home market portfolio, which also includes fan favorites LeoVegas, GoGoCasino, and the sports betting brand nya expekt.

New products such as streamed live casino from the floors of the legendary Bellagio Resort & Casino, and MGM Jackpot—Sweden’s largest jackpot—will bring a unique and far-from-”lagom” Vegas touch that will further cement the Group’s leading position in Sweden. Customers will be able to enjoy golden offers such as exclusive Las Vegas slots and competitive welcome offers across the casino, live casino, and sportsbook verticals. A new and unique odds boost concept, “Super Swedes,” will also premiere, offering customers in Sweden the opportunity to follow and bet on currently topical Swedish teams, athletes, and clubs competing on the international stage.

Gustaf Hagman, LeoVegas Group CEO, said “I’m absolutely thrilled to bring BetMGM to Sweden, where it all started! LeoVegas Group has been a leading operator in Sweden since its inception, and I’m confident that Swedish players will love the unique Vegas experience and golden offers that they will find on BetMGM. Sweden has never been closer to Las Vegas!”.

In the past year, BetMGM has partnered with Premier League clubs Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, and Wolverhampton Wanderers, opening the door to exciting and exclusive partnership events.

An omnichannel marketing campaign is set to launch in November, which will include radio, TV commercials, out-of-home (OOH), and digital out-of-home advertising (DOOH).

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Dean wins Borgata Poker Open powered by BetMGM

The Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa Poker Open Powered by BetMGM featured 30 main events over the course of two weeks and awarded over $7,000,000 in total prize pools. It concluded with the $3,500 Borgata Poker Open Championship that began with a field of 758 on 13 September and ended with Donovan Dean winning the title and $408,836 on 17 September.

Dean surpassed his previous live cash ($356,952) when he defeated Luis Ortiz in heads-up play. Ortiz won $283,446 and it represented a huge leap over his previous best live cash of $3,338. Kharlin Sued finished third ($195,599) and also scored a personal best live cash.

“The latest Borgata Poker Open featured the largest slate of online qualification and more than two weeks of amazing live action,” said Luke Staudenmaier, Director of Poker, BetMGM. “The personal bests from players at the Final Table shows that Borgata poker events are some of the biggest in the country and we are proud to partner with them.”

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Maor wins record-breaking 2024 BetMGM Poker Championship

Daniel Maor emerged as the winner of the BetMGM Poker Championship at ARIA Resort & Casino on Tuesday, 11 June. Maor outlasted a field of 1,141 entrants who played down to seven players for the live-streamed final table from the PokerGo Studio at Aria.

Maor knocked out four of the final five players and entered heads-up play against Shannon Shorr with a significant chip lead. Maor took home the top prize of $613,914, which surpassed his previous biggest single-tournament winnings ($101,000) and his total career earnings ($465,659).

“I’ve had some close calls at final tables and couldn’t close the deal. It feels great to win a prestigious event like this,” said Maor. “When looking at the overall schedule for the summer, this was something I earmarked because a $3,500 buy-in, $3 million guarantee events don’t come around every day. The structure was great, and I wanted to play in this, especially at a nice venue like ARIA.”

The 2024 ARIA Poker Classic, presented by BetMGM, was highlighted by the six-day BetMGM Poker Championship and concluded with record-breaking numbers. The $3,500 buy-in no limit Hold ‘em tournament drew a field of 1,141, including more than 150 BetMGM online qualifiers, and a $3.6 million prize pool, surpassing the $3 million guarantee. In 2022, the event drew 343 entries and a $1.1 million prize pool. Last year, the $2 million guarantee hit $3.2 million, with the winner, Leo Taffe, taking home $560,442.

Luke Staudenmaier, BetMGM's Director of Poker, said, “The BetMGM Poker Championship is quickly becoming a summer staple for Las Vegas poker players as we, once again, showed notable growth. A sincere thanks to all participating players as well as the highly skilled and professional ARIA staff. We look forward to returning bigger and better in 2025!”

Ryan Kirk, ARIA’s Director of Poker Operations, said, “The BetMGM Poker Championship at ARIA was a huge success for the third consecutive year. The tournament field was the largest to date, we awarded more prize money than ever before, and the competitors enjoyed their ARIA experience. Our partnership with BetMGM has further strengthened our position as a global leader in the Poker industry.”

The ARIA Poker Classic continues through 13 July. BetMGM Poker players in New Jersey, Michigan, and Pennsylvania can win their way to the ARIA Poker Classic through 20 June.

Final table results

1. Daniel Maor - $613,914

2. Shannon Shorr - $430,367

3. Lyu Jun Qiang - $279,207

4. Jordan Westmorland - $206,914

5. James Romero - $156,344

6. Eric Baldwin - $126,405

7. Ethan ‘Rampage’ Yau - $104,424

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BetMGM Poker Classic returns to Aria in Las Vegas

BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, announced today it will be the presenting sponsor of the 2024 Aria Poker Classic in Las Vegas. The seven-week summer series will include the “BetMGM Poker Championship” scheduled 6-11 June 2024 at Aria Resort & Casino’s Poker Room. The no-limit hold’em tournament has a $3,500 buy-in and will offer participants a $3 million guarantee, an increase of $1 million from last year’s event.

“The BetMGM Poker Championship is all about creating excitement and more action for poker enthusiasts nationwide,” said Luke Staudenmaier, BetMGM’s Director of Poker. “Through online qualifiers where BetMGM is live, we are offering players more ways to win their way to Vegas and the opportunity to earn larger prize packages and guarantees. Our partnership with ARIA continues to get stronger, allowing us to build on the omnichannel poker experience.”

The BetMGM Poker Championship will feature two starting flights and more than 100 qualifiers from BetMGM Poker markets including New Jersey, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Ontario. Online qualifiers are eligible to win poker packages that include a $3,500 BetMGM Poker Championship entry, an $1,100 Mystery Bounty entry, a five-night stay at ARIA from June 5-10, 2024, travel credit and a BetMGM swag bag.

Ryan Kirk, ARIA’s Director of Poker Operations, said, “Partnering with BetMGM for the BetMGM Poker Championship solidifies ARIA’s position as a global leader in tournament poker. We anticipate another record-breaking event this summer as we offer a $3 million guarantee and add more tournament tables.”

All main events for the BetMGM Poker Championship at ARIA are reported to the GPI Index and Hendon Mob.

As BetMGM continues to expand to new markets, responsible gambling education remains a key focus. BetMGM is proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly including GameSense, an industry-leading program, developed and licensed to MGM Resorts by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. Through the integration within BetMGM's mobile and desktop platforms, customers can receive the same GameSense experience they have grown to rely on at MGM Resorts properties nationwide. This complements BetMGM's already existing responsible gaming tools which serve to provide customers with an entertaining and safe digital experience.

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BetMGM's 2023 net revenue makes a jump

BetMGM, LLC, one of the leading sports betting and iGaming operators across the U.S., jointly owned by MGM Resorts International and Entain plc is today providing an update on performance for FY 2023.

- BetMGM delivered a strong FY 2023 financial performance (based on unaudited results) Net revenue from operations grew 36% year over year to $1.96 billion, at the upper-end of $1.8-$2.0 billion guidance range Same-state growth in net revenue from digital operations of 14% Key metrics across both iGaming and Online Sports Betting improved year over year, including average monthly actives, FTDs, hold percentages, bonus levels, NGR per active, and CPAs EBITDA positive in the second half of 2023 with expected FY 2023 EBITDA loss of approximately $67 million

- Established as a leading operator across North America, live in 28 markets with access to 49% of adult population Four new markets launched during the year: Ohio (online and retail), Massachusetts (online and retail), Puerto Rico (online) and Kentucky (online and retail) 14% market share in Sports Betting and iGaming in the U.S. and 22% in Ontario6 Secured market access with Charlotte Motor Speedway ahead of expected March 2024 launch of newly legalized sports betting market in North Carolina, pending regulatory approval

- Further operational progress supported by technology, product and capability enhancements, positions BetMGM to drive growth going forward Seamless execution of single account single wallet across 21 markets ahead of the 2023 NFL season Enhanced sports betting experience with improved speed, broader market coverage and new differentiated bet types New in-house and exclusive games, including Dual Play Roulette, as well as largest progressive jackpots underpinning market leading iGaming offering

- On 4 December, BetMGM business update set out strategic roadmap to drive growth in 2024

Expanding the depth and breadth of our sports offering by leveraging Angstrom's sophisticated modelling to support innovative and original products, including player-popular Same Game Parlay, SGP+ and new LIVE SGP products Continue to deliver market-leading and engaging gaming experiences that are more personalized and differentiated, including exclusive and MGM-branded content

Increasingly investing in marketing and player acquisition as sports product and player retention continue to improve Unlocking BetMGM's unique omnichannel advantages, particularly in Las Vegas, Nevada Launched new improved app in January with single wallet functionality expected later in 2024 Leveraging Las Vegas sports teams and tentpole events, for example BetMGM's first Big Game commercial featuring Tom Brady, Wayne Gretzky and Vince Vaughn

- Reiterating guidance from December 2023 business update of targeting approximately $500 million of EBITDA in 2026

- Recognized as Digital Operator of the Year by Global Gaming Awards, Online Casino of the Year by American Gambling Awards, and Casino Operator of the Year by EGR North America and SBC Awards North America.

- Ongoing commitment to industry leadership in player safety and responsible gaming Secured five-year extension with GameSense program, providing player tools and capabilities to play responsibly Partnered with nine NFL teams to promote responsible gambling in stadiums during games Piloted the first of its kind program with Kindbridge Health to evaluate efficacy of offering self-excluded individuals' referrals for problem gambling treatments Adam Greenblatt, CEO of BetMGM, commented:

"Our performance in 2023 demonstrates our commitment to delivering on our promises. We were able to achieve strong organic growth, while executing against key strategic initiatives that lay the foundation for 2024 and beyond. The attainment of EBITDA profitability over the last three quarters of 2023 validates the effectiveness of our business model and provides the basis from which to invest further in expanding our sports offering through the integration of Angstrom and leveraging our largely untapped Las Vegas omni-channel advantages. With this comprehensive roadmap in place, we can focus on driving accelerated player acquisition and retention and strengthening our current market position. This clear strategic direction underpins our confidence in achieving our targets and building long-term, sustainable value for shareholders."

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BetMGM extends partnership with NHL

BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, and the National Hockey League today announced a multi-year North American partnership extension. BetMGM continues as an Official Sports Betting and Gaming Partner and will create specialized VIP fan experiences, utilize NHL imagery to design team and League-branded casino games, and be featured during nationally televised broadcasts.

“Our partnership extension with the NHL enables us to enhance the BetMGM product and offer fans unforgettable entertainment built around the game they love,” said BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt. “The NHL is more thrilling than ever – a symphony of athleticism, teamwork, and skill on skates. We look forward to bringing our customers exceptional live experiences and new content."

BetMGM will receive significant branding within nationally televised broadcasts in the U.S. BetMGM’s camera visible signage will extend across the NHL’s regular season and Stanley Cup Playoffs, highlighted by inventory that includes Digitally Enhanced Dasherboards, the League’s advanced approach to dynamic dasherboard advertising and virtual slot in-ice ads.

“We are thrilled about our partnership extension with BetMGM,” said Jason Jazayeri, NHL Vice President, Business Development. “The evolution of our partnership with BetMGM will focus on building unique and compelling fan experiences, as well as event activation and media programming all with an eye towards delivering exciting new ways for our fans to interact and engage with the sport they love.”

BetMGM and the NHL share the priority of encouraging responsible gaming education. Both parties are official partners of the American Gaming Association's Have A Game Plan.® Bet Responsibly.™ public service campaign to educate new and seasoned bettors on responsible sports wagering. Have A Game Plan aims to promote responsible sports wagering to new consumers and seasoned bettors.

As BetMGM continues to expand into new markets, responsible gaming remains a key focus. Additionally, BetMGM is proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly including GameSense, an industry leading program, developed and licensed to MGM Resorts by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. Through the integration within BetMGM's mobile and desktop platforms, customers can receive the same GameSense experience they have grown to count on at MGM Resorts properties nationwide. This complements BetMGM's already existing responsible gambling tools which serve to provide customers with an entertaining and safe digital experience.

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