Summary
- DraftKings has proudly secured one of the two exclusive remote-only licenses in Missouri, marking a significant step as they gear up for the official launch.
- Get ready, Missouri! The excitement is building as the state gears up to launch its sports betting market on December 1, 2025. While a few final regulatory approvals are still needed, the anticipation is palpable.
- While DraftKings secured its position, the other untethered mobile betting license was clinched by Circa Sports.
DraftKings is thrilled to announce that it has secured everything needed to step into the Missouri sports betting scene. With the official nod from the Missouri Gaming Commission, granting them a coveted license, they're ready to make their mark.
DraftKings wins important victory in Missouri ahead of sports betting launch
DraftKings North America President Matt Kalish couldn't hide his excitement as his company secured one of the two available mobile licenses in Missouri. This crucial step ensures DraftKings a robust competitive position in the region. We're thrilled to have secured a direct mobile license in Missouri. This is our chance to introduce DraftKings to a state known for its professional teams and fervent fanbases. We're eager to enrich their sports journey with an innovative and responsible mobile platform, Kalish expressed with anticipation. With this new license, Missouri is on its path to becoming the 29th state in the U.S. where DraftKings operates, joining the ranks alongside Ontario, Canada, and Washington, D.C. This license grants DraftKings an extraordinary advantage: the freedom to run its digital betting platform without needing a physical establishment tied to a local partner. Though Missouri plans a December 1, 2025 launch, the details are still under negotiation, and regulatory delays could postpone this date.
