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Resorts WorldBET Partners With Genius Sports to Help Power New Mobile Sportsbook in New York

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Genius Sports has partnered with Resorts WorldBET to enhance their mobile sports betting platform in New York. This collaboration enables Resorts WorldBET to utilize Genius Sports' comprehensive data and live trading solutions, including exclusive offerings for NASCAR, NFL, and EPL. As New York's online sports betting market expands, Resorts WorldBET aims to provide innovative, reliable betting experiences driven by real-time data. This partnership positions both entities as key players in New York's burgeoning sports betting landscape.

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  • Partnership with Resorts WorldBET enhances Genius Sports' market presence in New York.
  • Access to exclusive data-driven products for popular leagues like NASCAR, NFL, and EPL.
  • Strategic positioning in a rapidly growing sports betting market.
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  • Resorts WorldBET is the new mobile sports betting app for Resorts World New York
  • Genius Sports to provide its full official data and live trading content portfolio including NASCAR, EPL and NFL

NEW YORK & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Genius Sports Limited (NYSE: GENI) (“Genius Sports” or ”the Company”), the official data, technology and commercial partner that powers the ecosystem connecting sports, betting and media, has clinched a new partnership with Resorts WorldBET, the new mobile sports betting app for Resorts World New York, with brick-and-mortar casinos Resorts World Catskills (RWC) and Resorts World New York City (RWNYC), to help power the digital sportsbook.

Genius Sports will help Resorts WorldBET, which launched earlier this month in the Empire State, offer a market-leading mobile sportsbook, providing its leading LiveData and LiveTrading solutions, powered by the highest quality official data.

This new partnership will include Genius Sports’ proprietary suite of NASCAR’s official data-driven in-race betting markets in addition to exclusive NFL official sports data-powered products, including access to the league’s real-time statistics, proprietary Next Gen Stats (NGS) and official sports betting data feed. In order to deliver a 24/7 offering to its customers, Resorts WorldBET will also receive real-time data feeds and in-point pricing for the English Premier League alongside dozens of FIBA basketball and FIVB volleyball leagues worldwide.

As the fourth most populous state in the U.S., New York is widely projected to become one of the largest for online sports betting in 2022.

“We are excited to partner with Genius Sports and offer the most cutting-edge technology with real-time data so that customers stay ahead of the game,” said Darlene Monzo, Chief Marketing Officer of Genting Americas East, which operates Resorts WorldBET. “Mobile sports betting in New York is primed to lead the nation and our world-class platform offers exactly what customers are looking for: an innovative mix of speed, reliability and access to the most advanced data available.”

“With over 20 million people and a rich sporting history, the New York online sports betting market has enormous potential,” said Mark Locke, CEO of Genius Sports. “Resorts WorldBET is set to be one of the key players in the market and Genius Sports will be central to their offering, providing premium exclusive content on top tier competitions including NASCAR, EPL and NFL.”

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About Genius Sports

Genius Sports is the official data, technology and broadcast partner that powers the global ecosystem connecting sports, betting and media. Our technology is used in over 150 countries worldwide, creating highly immersive products that enrich fan experiences for the entire sports industry.

We are the trusted partner to over 400 sports organizations, including many of the world’s largest leagues and federations such as the NFL, EPL, FIBA, NCAA, NASCAR, AFA and PGA.

Genius Sports is uniquely positioned through cutting-edge technology, scale and global reach to support our partners. Our innovative use of big data, computer vision, machine learning, and augmented reality, connects the entire sports ecosystem from the rights holder all the way through to the fan.

About Resorts World Catskills

Located in the heart of New York's Catskill region, Resorts World Catskills (RWC) Hotel and Casino Resort offers guests unmatched experiences in excitement, entertainment, and luxury. The integrated casino-resort features live Las-Vegas style table games, state-of-the art slot machines, a poker room, private gaming salons, a 100-seat sportsbook lounge, and the mobile app, Resorts WorldBET, the fastest and safest way to bet on sports. The casino-resort's 10 varied bar and restaurant experiences include an Italian steakhouse created by celebrity chef Scott Conant. There's also year-round live entertainment at the 2,500-seat RW Epicenter. The 18-story all-suite luxurious hotel located within Resorts World Catskills features the Crystal Life Spa, two indoor pools, and two fitness centers. The Alder, the adjacent lifestyle hotel, features the first Topgolf Swing Suites in New York State, Dos Gatos, a cantina-style Mexican eatery, and will be expanded to include a Rees Jones redesigned Monster Golf Course in 2023.

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Chris Dougan, Chief Communications Officer

Genius Sports

+1 (202) 766-4430

chris.dougan@geniussports.com

Meghan Taylor, Vice President Government Affairs and Public Relations

Resorts World New York City

347-306-3053

Meghan.Taylor@rwnewyork.com

Investors

Brandon Bukstel, Investor Relations Manager

Genius Sports

+1 (954)-554-7932

brandon.bukstel@geniussports.com

Source: Genius Sports Limited

FAQ

What is the partnership between Genius Sports and Resorts WorldBET?

Genius Sports has partnered with Resorts WorldBET to provide data-driven sports betting solutions for their mobile app in New York.

What services will Genius Sports provide to Resorts WorldBET?

Genius Sports will supply live data and trading solutions, including exclusive data for NASCAR, NFL, and EPL.

Why is New York important for online sports betting?

New York is projected to become one of the largest online sports betting markets in the U.S. due to its population and rich sports culture.

What impact does this partnership have on Genius Sports (GENI) stock?

This partnership potentially enhances Genius Sports' revenue opportunities and market positioning, which could have a positive effect on its stock performance.

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