Underdog Fantasy is taking a proactive approach to promote responsible gaming practices with the launch of GuardDog, an investment initiative dedicated to fostering innovation in this field. With an initial investment of $1 million, Underdog Fantasy aims to support and fund startups dedicated to enhancing responsible gaming.
Jeremy Levine, founder and co-CEO of Underdog, expressed their commitment to driving innovation in responsible gaming, saying, “We want to help those innovating in responsibility by providing capital, mentorship, and valuable connections.” In addition to financial support, companies receiving funding from GuardDog will gain access to a network of advisors, mentors, and investors, including experts in responsible gaming and former regulators.
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GuardDog’s mission is clear: to identify, invest in, and nurture innovative startups committed to ensuring both real-money operators and players engage in responsible gaming practices.
The initiative will provide financial support to companies and startups focused on developing technology and solutions to make fantasy, betting, and real-money games safer for all participants.
GuardDog’s mentor list features renowned figures in responsible gaming, including Brianne Doura-Schawohl, a responsible gaming advocate, Adam Warrington, former VP of Responsible Gaming at FanDuel, and Chris Grove, partner at Acies Investments, among others.
Founded in 2020, Underdog Fantasy operates its draft daily fantasy sports games in 41 states and Pick ‘Em games in 33 states, making it a significant player in the fantasy sports industry.
