Historical Overview of Casino DraftKings
2012 – Foundation and Launch 🎉
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DraftKings founded: In April 2012, DraftKings was established in Boston, Massachusetts, by Jason Robins, Matthew Kalish, and Paul Liberman.
Event Date DraftKings Launch April 2012 -
Initial Funding: The company raised $1.4 million in a seed funding round to expand operations.
Event Date Seed Funding 2012
2013 – Rapid Growth 📈
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First Major Contest: Launched its first big contest, the « DraftKings Fantasy Football Championship, » offering significant prizes.
Event Date First Major Contest August 2013 -
Partnerships Established: Formed key partnerships with sports leagues and media companies, enhancing visibility.
Event Date Sports Partnerships 2013
2014 – Industry Recognition 🏆
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Establishment of NFL Partnerships: Officially partnered with the NFL, solidifying its position in the industry.
Event Date NFL Partnership February 2014 -
Acquisition of StarStreet: Acquired StarStreet, a competitor, expanding its user base and platform capabilities.
Event Date StarStreet Acquisition June 2014
2015 – Launch of Sportsbook 🍀
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Launch of DraftKings Sportsbook: Entered the sports betting market following regulatory changes, expanding its offerings.
Event Date DraftKings Sportsbook Launch 2015 -
Expansion of State Regulations: Advocated for changes in sports betting regulations in several states.
Event Date Sports Betting Advocacy 2015
2019 – Becoming Public 🧑💼
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Merger with SBTech: Merged with SBTech to enhance technology offerings and backend operations.
Event Date Merger with SBTech April 2019 -
Public Offering: DraftKings went public via a merger with Diamond Eagle Acquisition Corp, gaining significant capital.
Event Date Public Offering April 2020
2021 – Continued Expansion 🌍
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Entering New Markets: Expanded its operations into several new states across the U.S. for sports betting.
Event Date State Expansions 2021 -
Launch of iGaming Platform: Introduced its casino product, allowing players to engage in online casino gaming.
Event Date iGaming Launch 2021
2022 and Beyond 🚀
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Partnerships with Major Brands: Formed new partnerships with renowned brands to further strengthen its market position.
Event Date Major Partnerships 2022 -
Innovation in Gaming Technology: Invested in technological advancements and innovative gaming solutions to enhance user experience.
Event Date Tech Innovations 2022