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Fanatics

🌎 fanatics.com

Fanatics is a leading global digital sports platform that specializes in licensed sports merchandise, trading cards, collectibles, and sports betting. The company offers a wide range of products including jerseys, apparel, and memorabilia for fans of various sports leagues and teams. With a strong e-commerce presence and numerous retail locations, Fanatics aims to enhance the fan experience by providing a comprehensive platform for buying, collecting, and betting on sports.

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Fanatics - Latest News and Updates

• Fanatics signed a five-year strategic partnership with the State of Qatar, including a sponsorship for Fanatics Fest starting June 20-22, 2025, in New York City.
• Fanatics, along with WWE and Cody Rhodes, has been granted an extension until April 7 to respond to a lawsuit filed by Wesley Eisold alleging trademark infringement and other claims.
• Fanatics Sportsbook is paying out all Defensive Player of the Year bets as a win and refunding all parlay wagers due to Wemby's season-ending injury.
• Elena Searcy has joined Fanatics as Director of Product Design in the United States, previously holding the same position at PlayVS.
• Derek Mizysak, MBA has joined Fanatics as Supply Chain Director - Strategy and Analytics in the United States, previously serving as Director – Supply Chain & Customer Logistics at Kimberly-Clark Professional.

• Fanatics will support the Tokyo Opening Night event on March 15, 2025, at Tokyo Dome, Japan, in collaboration with MLB shop.jp, featuring Japanese hip-hop artists and DJs.
• Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin discussed the company's M&A deals, growth outlook, and venture into sports betting on 'Squawk Box.'

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