💼 2018: The Launch of Sports Betting in West Virginia
- May 14, 2018 – The U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Murphy v. NCAA paves the way for states to legalize sports betting.
- August 30, 2018 – The West Virginia Lottery Commission approves regulations for sports betting.
- December 2018 – The first legal sports bet is placed at Hollywood Casino.
| Event | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Supreme Court Ruling | May 14, 2018 | The Supreme Court strikes down the federal sports betting ban. |
| Regulations Approved | August 30, 2018 | West Virginia sets the stage for legal sports wagering. |
| First Bet Placed | December 2018 | Hollywood Casino welcomes the first sports bettor. |
📈 2019: The Birth of BetMGM in West Virginia
- January 2019 – BetMGM partners with the Greenbrier Resort to launch mobile sports betting.
- August 2019 – BetMGM app becomes available for download.
- October 2019 – The Greenbrier Resort sees significant engagement from bettors on the BetMGM platform.
| Event | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Partner Announcement | January 2019 | BetMGM collaborates with Greenbrier Resort. |
| App Launch | August 2019 | BetMGM mobile app goes live for users. |
| Engagement Growth | October 2019 | Increased user activity on the BetMGM platform. |
🧺 2020: Expanding Operations
- May 2020 – BetMGM promotes new betting options amid the pandemic.
- October 2020 – West Virginia witnesses a spike in sports betting revenue.
- December 2020 – BetMGM launches new features enhancing user experience.
| Event | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Options Launched | May 2020 | BetMGM adds diverse betting opportunities for users. |
| Revenue Spike | October 2020 | Significant growth in sports betting activities. |
| Feature Enhancements | December 2020 | BetMGM introduces user-friendly features. |
🌟 2021: Recognition and Growth
- April 2021 – BetMGM wins awards for its impressive platform.
- August 2021 – Expansion of sports betting options to include esports.
- November 2021 – BetMGM reaches milestone in active users.
| Event | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Award Recognition | April 2021 | BetMGM receives awards for outstanding services. |
| Esports Launch | August 2021 | Incorporation of esports betting options into the platform. |
| User Milestone | November 2021 | BetMGM celebrates a major increase in user base. |
