In a 2019 interview with Kristian Nylén, the Kambi CEO exclusively told Gambling Insider that “mobile sports wagering in New York will definitely happen” and that it was just a matter of time before it happened.
Lo and behold, Nylén's confidence was not misplaced.
In response to the news that mobile sports betting will finally launch in New York, Nylén said: “We are excited to launch online in New York State this weekend, along with our partner Rush Street Interactive, which marks another significant milestone in the growth of Kambi.
“Being selected to operate in New York by the New York State Gaming Commission underlines the high quality, integrity and reliability of Kambi’s sports betting technology and I’m delighted Kambi will be up and running on day one of the market, in time for the business end of the NFL season.
“New York is among the most populated and sports passionate states in the US and will no doubt be one of the largest regulated wagering markets in North America, one we are both excited and honoured to be playing a leading role in.”
With sports betting now up and running, time will tell how the impact of New York affects neighbouring New Jersey's booming sports wagering market.
