FanDuel and DraftKings Must Stop Doing Business in New York

Another blow to daily fantasy sports betting

Inspiration meets innovation at Brandweek, the ultimate marketing experience. Join industry luminaries, rising talent and strategic experts in Phoenix, Arizona this September 23–26 to assess challenges, develop solutions and create new pathways for growth. Register early to save.

Update | Friday, 4:52 p.m. ET: An appellate court judge has granted an emergency stay for the two sites. "We remain open for business for the hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers who enjoy daily fantasy sports," said Randy Mastro, an attorney representing DraftKings told ESPN.

Original story: Justice Manuel Mendez of the New York State Supreme Court has ruled the two leading daily fantasy sports sites, FanDuel and DraftKings, must stop taking bets from consumers in the state, upholding last month's order from state attorney general Eric Schneiderman.

AW+

WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.

Spring Special

Save 30% Off an ADWEEK Subscription Today!

View Your Options

Already a member? Sign in