On July 12th, 2019 the NYSE released its highly anticipated second-quarter earnings report, which included news of a $274 million revenue boost. The New York Stock Exchange is now valued at nearly $24 billion, making it the world’s most valuable stock exchange. The NYSE group also operates a global marketplace, specializing in the marketing and execution of corporate mergers and acquisitions. In other words, the NYSE is the place to be for corporate executives wanting to make important deals.
The $274 million revenue boost was the result of a partnership with the Ontario government, which legalized sports betting in that province in April 2019. Prior to the legalization of sports betting in Ontario, the NYSE had only sold $262 million worth of chips and other gaming-related products in that province over the course of the previous 12 months. The legalisation of sports betting in New York State was expected to more than double that figure.
Which New York State Licensed Sports Betting Apps Are Available?
The NYSE’s earnings report also included a breakdown of the firm’s product suite and the number of active users for each one. The report states that the firm had 12.9 million monthly active users as of June 30th, 2019.
The following table lists the officially licensed sports betting apps that can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. All of these apps are regulated and licenced by the New York State Gaming Commission, making them legal for use within the state.
Futurama
Futurama is only available in New York State, however it is one of the most popular legal sports betting apps worldwide. The app is designed and developed in California, but it operates within the state. Thus, it is legally bound by the terms and conditions of New York State law. Futurama also offers fans of the animated TV series the ability to place bets on its live games, inviting them to participate in the action via either phone or tablet. Futurama is also one of the few apps that allow users to place bets in both the NFL and the NCAA football games. Some may also recall it was one of the first sports betting apps to offer real-time lineups for the day’s games.
BetOnTheGame
BetOnTheGame is also only available in New York State and was one of the first legal betting apps on the App Store. It also offers live sports betting, along with regular updates on the scores of games that are currently in progress. In addition to sporting events, BetOnTheGame also offers fans of the TV show The Handmaid’s Tale the ability to place bets on the events of that series. BetOnTheGame is a great choice for those who are looking for a no-frills, yet fully featured App Store sports betting app.
DragonFang
DragonFang is another popular sports betting app, which is also available on the App Store. It’s designed and developed in California and it also offers live betting, as well as offering the ability for users to place bets on sporting, political and entertainment events. Like most other sports betting apps, DragonFang is also built on the Android platform and it invites users to join its community of sports fans, engaging them via various social media platforms.
Champions Sports Betting
Champions Sports Betting is a third legal sports betting app on this list and it too is made in California. It offers users a variety of sporting and political events, as well as a live betting option. Much like the previously mentioned apps, champions sports betting is also available on the App Store. It’s a simple app with a clean interface and intuitive design, which makes it easy for anyone to use.
My Bookie
My Bookie is a fourth legal sports betting app on our list and it’s another that is available on both the App Store and Google Play. Like the other apps on this list, My Bookie offers fans of the TV show The Handmaid’s Tale the ability to place wagers on the events of that series. In addition to the option to wager on live events and pre-game shows, My Bookie allows users to make predictions for the day’s games. These predictions can then be followed by placing bets on the outcome of the game. With a limited number of betting types and games offered, My Bookie is also a great choice for those who are looking for a simple, yet fully featured App Store sports betting app.
Mikado
Mikado is a fifth legal sports betting app on our list and it’s one that is available only on the Google Play. This app is designed and developed in Canada and it allows users to place bets on a variety of sports and entertainment events. Along with the option to place bets on live games, Mikado also offers a live betting feature, where users can follow the action as it happens. Like the other apps on this list, Mikado too is built on the Android platform and it invites users to participate in its community of sports fans and bettors via various social media platforms.
Bet365
Bet365 is a sixth legal sports betting app on our list and it too is available on both the App Store and Google Play. This app is licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission and it features a wide variety of sports events, including football, cricket, tennis, rugby, and golf. For UK residents looking to place sports bets, there are no other options available on the App Store or Google Play, which is great news for those who want to obey the law and place sports bets where they are permitted to do so. For those who want to use this app, but are located outside of the UK, there is also an option to use a proxy to access the site from a foreign IP address.
Interwetten
Finally, we come to Interwetten, the last of our legal sports betting apps and it too is available on both the App Store and Google Play. This app is licensed and regulated by the German Federal Gambling Law and it offers fans of the TV show The Handmaid’s Tale the ability to place wagers on the events of that series. In addition to the option to wager on live games, Interwetten also offers pre-game shows, which are then available for betting. Much like the other apps on this list, Interwetten too is designed and developed in California and it allows users to place bets on a wide variety of sports and entertainment events. Finally, it should be noted that Interwetten has an additional unique feature, which is that it allows users to bet on politics!
With so many legal sports betting apps to choose from, it’s important to remember that not all of them are created equal. Some of them are much better than others and some offer more value, meaning more opportunities for the user. Knowing how to pick the right one for your needs can be a little tricky, so let’s examine a few of the key differences between these various apps to help you pick the best one for your needs.
Mobile Platform
The first and most important difference is the mobile platform. Does the app work well on mobile or are they bloated and difficult to use on smaller screens? There are two things to consider here, platform availability and device compatibility. The less restrictive the device specs are, the more capable the app will be and vice versa. For example, some might argue that using a VPN on a mobile device is overkill, as the app you’re using will already encrypt all your traffic, meaning there’s no extra security needed. This could be true, however it also means the app might not render as well on smaller screens, especially if you have a bad experience with a smaller screen, you could be less inclined to use the app, or you may find another option more suitable for your needs.
Live Chats And Betting
Another difference between apps is whether or not they allow for live chatting and/or betting. Some apps, like champions sports betting and My Bookie, offer users the ability to chat with members of the betting community directly from within the app. Having this capability allows for more entertaining conversations and better opportunities for people to get involved, meaning greater value for the app provider. Users can also opt-in to receive push notifications regarding the status of their bets, which further encourages them to keep checking the app, even when it’s not their turn to place a bet.