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THE CORDISH COMPANIES UNVEILS PLANS FOR NEW LIVE! CASINO & HOTEL RESORT DESTINATION IN LOUISIANA

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Monday, April 17, 2023

BALTIMORE, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cordish Companies today presented master project plans to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board for the redevelopment of Diamond Jacks Casino & Hotel in Bossier City. Cordish intends to transform the property into a world-class Live! casino resort and entertainment destination. Centrally, this includes the construction of an entirely new, first-class land-based Live! casino and the removal of the existing casino riverboat. Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is scheduled to open in 2025.

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  • Casino & Hotel Louisiana will be a world-class resort destination that brings a first-class gaming, dining, entertainment and hospitality experience to the region, creates significant new jobs, and generates millions of dollars in economic benefits for the community.
  • "The Louisiana Gaming Control Board looks forward to working with The Cordish Companies to bring a world class casino and entertainment destination to the Bossier/Shreveport market.
  • We thank Cordish for choosing Louisiana to bring their expertise and major investment to our gaming market," said Ronnie Johns, Chairman, Louisiana Gaming Control Board.
  • In gaming, The Cordish Companies has developed the most successful casino entertainment resorts in the U.S. including the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, FL; the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa, FL; Live!

The Cordish Companies Announces Agreement to Acquire Diamond Jacks Casino & Hotel Bossier City, Plans to Bring its Live! Brand to Louisiana for the First Time

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

BALTIMORE, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cordish Companies announced today the agreement to acquire Diamond Jacks Casino & Hotel in Bossier City, Louisiana. Cordish intends to redevelop the property, which has been closed since March 2020, into a world-class Live! casino resort and entertainment destination including the construction of a land-based casino to replace the existing casino riverboat. Today's announcement continues Cordish's expansion across markets in the South Central and Southeast regions of the U.S. The Company currently has over $1 billion under construction adjacent to its Texas Live! development in the Arlington Entertainment District in North Texas, along with major new developments in Florida, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee.

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  • Casino & Hotel Will Set a New Standard for Development in Louisiana and Serve as a Regional Destination for World-Class Gaming, Dining, Entertainment, and Hotel Amenities
    BALTIMORE, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cordish Companies announced today the agreement to acquire Diamond Jacks Casino & Hotel in Bossier City, Louisiana.
  • casino resort and entertainment destination including the construction of a land-based casino to replace the existing casino riverboat.
  • "We are thrilled to announce our agreement with The Cordish Companies and believe that the introduction of their Live!
  • We look forward to working closely together with Cordish and Foundation Gaming & Entertainment to bring a world-class destination to Bossier City."

THE CORDISH COMPANIES' LIVE! CASINO & HOTEL PHILADELPHIA DONATES $750,000 TO REBUILD PHILADELPHIA FOR MAJOR RENOVATION OF MURPHY RECREATION CENTER IN SOUTH PHILADELPHIA

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cordish Companies today celebrated the second anniversary of Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia with the announcement of a donation of $750,000 to Rebuild Philadelphia towards the major renovation of Murphy Recreation Center, located in South Philadelphia. The contribution will allow Rebuild to finish the $4.5 million project scheduled to be completed in the fall.

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  • Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
    PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cordish Companies today celebrated the second anniversary of Live!
  • Casino & Hotel Philadelphia with the announcement of a donation of $750,000 to Rebuild Philadelphia towards the major renovation of Murphy Recreation Center, located in South Philadelphia.
  • The Cordish Companies' Principal Jon Cordish, Cordish Gaming Group COO Joe Billhimer, and Live!
  • Rebuild Philadelphia is Mayor Kenney's visionary initiative to invest hundreds of millions of dollars in Philadelphia neighborhood parks, recreation centers, and libraries.

CORDISH GAMING GROUP ANNOUNCES KEY EXECUTIVE APPOINTMENTS IN PREPARATION FOR EXPANSION OPPORTUNITIES

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

HANOVER, Md., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cordish Gaming Group, the gaming division of The Cordish Companies, today announced key executive appointments as the company prepares for the expansion of the Live! Casino brand.  

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  • Joe Billhimer Elevated to Chief Operating & Development Officer for Cordish Gaming Group; Craig Clark Named EVP & General Manager for Live!
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    HANOVER, Md., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cordish Gaming Group, the gaming division of The Cordish Companies, today announced key executive appointments as the company prepares for the expansion of the Live!
  • Casino properties in the Cordish Gaming portfolio, including Pennsylvania and Maryland, while identifying and developing new growth opportunities in other gaming jurisdictions.
  • "As the company prepares to experience exponential growth in the coming years, these appointments position us to maximize results at our existing operations, while pursuing development and management opportunities in other gaming jurisdictions," said Rob Norton, President, Cordish Gaming Group.

FanDuel Announces its Second $1 Million Donation to UNCF

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

HANOVER, Md., Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of launching America's #1 Sportsbook in the state of Maryland late last month, FanDuel Group, the premier online gaming company in North America, today announced a $1 million donation to UNCF.

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  • This marks the second donation FanDuel has done with the UNCF.
  • The first donation came in Feb. 2021 when FanDuel Group and the Washington Football Team made a $1 million donation to the UNCF.
  • FanDuel officially made the donation to the UNCF today in the form of a check presentation.
  • "FanDuel is delighted to be able to legally offer our sportsbook platform here in Maryland," said Christian Genetski, President of FanDuel Group.

THE CORDISH COMPANIES UNVEILS DETAILS FOR $1.4 BILLION TRANSFORMATIVE MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT IN PETERSBURG, VA

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

PETERSBURG, Va., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cordish Companies unveiled details today for a $1.4 billion transformative mixed-use development in Petersburg, VA. Live! Gaming & Entertainment District will set a new standard for development in the Commonwealth, creating a world-class entertainment destination and mixed-use project with gaming that will generate billions of dollars in economic benefits and spinoff  development, create thousands of new jobs and benefits to the local community, and become a major new tourist destination for the City. Ideally located at the intersection of Wagner Road and Interstate I-95, the Live! Gaming & Entertainment District will offer easy access on and off the east coast's major north-south interstate.

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  • Developed in phases, the project will generate more than $10 billion in economic benefits, $1.1 billion in total tax revenue, and create more than 10,000 new jobs upon full build-out
    PETERSBURG, Va., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cordish Companies unveiled details today for a $1.4 billion transformative mixed-use development in Petersburg, VA. Live!
  • We are confident that we have the ideal partner in The Cordish Companies to bring our visionto fruition."
  • Cordish is one of the largest, most respected developer-operators of upscale mixed-use, entertainment and casino resort destinations in the United States.
  • "The Cordish Companies is pleased to unveil details today for this major transformative development," said Zed Smith, Chief Operating Officer of The Cordish Companies.

Lightning Roulette U.S. from Evolution is the American Gambling Awards Gaming Product of the Year

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Friday, November 18, 2022

The 2022 edition of the American Gambling Awards is pleased to announce Lightning Roulette U.S. from Evolution is the 2022 Gaming Product of the Year.

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  • The 2022 edition of the American Gambling Awards is pleased to announce Lightning Roulette U.S. from Evolution is the 2022 Gaming Product of the Year.
  • Lightning Roulette is a homegrown Evolution brand and has revolutionized the way players think about a Roulette game.
  • Our team has done an amazing job with Lightning Roulette, and were thrilled to have been recognized by the American Gambling Awards.
  • For more information about the American Gambling Awards, including a full list of winners, please visit the awards website: www.gambling.com/us/awards .

FanDuel Group Launches Mobile Sports Betting in Maryland

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022

HANOVER, Md., Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FanDuel Group announced the launch of America's #1 Sportsbook in the state of Maryland. Starting at 9 a.m. ET, sports fans in Maryland can download the FanDuel Sportsbook app for iOS and Android or play via desktop.

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  • HANOVER, Md., Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FanDuel Group announced the launch of America's #1 Sportsbook in the state of Maryland.
  • ET, sports fans in Maryland can download the FanDuel Sportsbook app for iOS and Android or play via desktop .
  • Sports Betting 101: FanDuel Sportsbook has an online betting guide to helpcustomers learn the ins and outs of legal sports betting.
  • The premier gaming destination in the United States, FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across gaming, sports betting, daily fantasy sports, advance-deposit wagering, and TV/media.

12Play Online Casino Now Accepts Cryptocurrency Deposits Globally

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Monday, October 3, 2022

OXFORD, United Kingdom, Oct. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- One of the leading websites in offering a wide range of first-class online gaming products and a selection of immersive games in a safe and user-friendly environment, 12Play Online Casino are now accepting cryptocurrency deposits from all over the world.

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Sports Betting Market Gaining Huge Acceptance with 12.4% Annual Growth, Current Market at $84.6 billion: Says Market Decipher

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

Global Sports Betting Market is set to grow at a fast pace promoting companies like NoLimit City and Nuvei Corporation.

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  • Global Sports Betting Market is set to grow at a fast pace promoting companies like NoLimit City and Nuvei Corporation.
  • Market Decipher has completely revised the huge database on the Global Sports Betting market covering all major regions and companies.
  • Football makes for more than 23% of the Global Sports Betting Market and is anticipated to grow in the future."
  • The adoption of blockchain and AI in sports betting applications and websites is gaining popularity in the sports betting market.