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DraftKings
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJul 4, 2026
DraftKings

DraftKings

Public

DraftKings: A Boston-based digital sports entertainment and gaming company, providing daily fantasy sports content.

HQ
Boston, MA, US
Founded
2012
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DraftKings, founded in 2012 by Jason Robins, Matt Kalish, and Paul Liberman, is a Boston-based digital sports entertainment and gaming company. The company’s core mission is to fuel the competitive spirit of sports fans through a range of products including daily fantasy sports, regulated gaming, and digital media. DraftKings offers a variety of services such as SportsBook, Online Casino, and Daily Fantasy Sports, targeting sports enthusiasts who seek engaging and interactive gaming experiences.

Notable individuals affiliated with DraftKings include CEO Jason Robins, COO Paul Liberman, and CRO Matt Kalish. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its public listing on Nasdaq under the ticker DKNG and becoming a component of the Russell 1000. With a workforce of 3,400 employees as of 2021, DraftKings has made a substantial impact on the sports betting and fantasy sports industries, offering innovative platforms that enhance fan engagement and redefine digital sports entertainment.

DraftKings - M & A Snapshot

Open M & A

  • Railbird

    Acquired by DraftKings • Undisclosed • Oct 21, 2025

DraftKings - Products & Services

  • DraftKings Sportsbook logo

    DraftKings Sportsbook

    DraftKings Sportsbook is a U.S. real-money sports betting app from DraftKings.

    Competing Products

    BetMGM logo

DraftKings - Similar Companies

BetMGM logo

BetMGM

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FanDuel logo

FanDuel

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Draft Dynasty logo

Draft Dynasty

PrizePicks logo

PrizePicks

prizepicks.com

MVP Draft logo

MVP Draft

ThriveFantasy logo

ThriveFantasy

Flex Fantasy logo

Flex Fantasy

flex.fan

Payday Fantasy logo

Payday Fantasy

paydayfantasy.com

Fan Wars logo

Fan Wars

Open Sports Network logo

Open Sports Network

opensports.com

Underdog Sports logo

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SportsHub Technologies logo

SportsHub Technologies

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Ftnbets logo

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FantasyHub logo

FantasyHub

SportAD logo

SportAD

DraftKings - Quick Facts

Who are DraftKings' competitors?

Companies similar to DraftKings include BetMGM, FanDuel, Draft Dynasty and PrizePicks.

When was DraftKings founded?

DraftKings was founded in 2012.

Where is DraftKings' headquarters located?

DraftKings' headquarters is located in Boston, MA, US.

How much has DraftKings raised to-date?

As of Sep 2, 2020, DraftKings has raised a total of $719.4M (USD).

How many employees does DraftKings have?

DraftKings has 3,400 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

DraftKings - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Analytics
  • Data
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Model
  • Marketplace
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Tags
  • eSports
  • Gaming
Unique IDs
  • ein: 000000000
  • secCik: 0001883685
  • ticker: DKNG
NAICS
  • 713200Gambling Industries
  • 713290Other Gambling Industries
  • 710000Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
  • 713000Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
SIC
  • 7900Amusement And Recreation Services
  • 7990Miscellaneous Amusement And Recreation Services
  • 7999Amusement And Recreation Services, Not Elsewhere Classified
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SIC
  • 7920Theatrical Producers (except Motion Picture), Bands, Orchestras
  • 7929Bands, Orchestras, Actors, And Other Entertainers And Entertainment