Missouri picks DraftKings, Circa Sports for ‘untethered’ mobile sports gambling licenses

Friday, August 15, 2025 2:59 PM
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  • Sam Clancy, KSDK

The Missouri Gaming Commission announced the companies that will receive the state’s two “untethered” sports wagering licenses.

On Friday, the state announced that DraftKings and Circa Sports were awarded the state’s two Sports Wagering Direct Mobile Licenses. That means the companies can operate in the state without partnering with an existing casino or sports team. FanDuel parent company Betfair Interactive was the third company to apply for the license.

“The Commission considered many factors before the two applicants were chosen. We commend Betfair Interactive US, LLC for its efforts. It was a difficult decision, but the Commission is only able to grant two licenses,” Missouri Gaming Commission Chairman Jan Zimmerman said.