Genius Sports has initiated legal action against Panda Interactive, alleging that Panda has falsely claimed to possess licensing agreements in multiple states, partnerships with sportsbooks, and the production of NFL-related content. This lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, marks the latest development in the ongoing legal disputes between the two sports technology firms. ([dockets.justia.com](https://dockets.justia.com/docket/new-york/nysdce/1%3A2026cv03900/663791?utm_source=openai))
The contention between Genius Sports and Panda Interactive has a history dating back to October 2023, when Panda filed separate lawsuits against both Genius Sports and Sportradar. Panda accused the companies of infringing on its patents related to interactive sports streaming and betting technologies. These patents encompass technologies that enable viewers to access real-time betting odds and place bets while watching live sports events. ([businesswire.com](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231010829949/en/PANDA-Interactive-Files-Suit-Against-Sportradar-and-Genius-Sports-for-Infringing-Its-Foundational-Sports-Betting-and-Interactive-Streaming-Technology-Patents?utm_source=openai))
In March 2025, Panda expanded its legal actions by adding antitrust claims against Genius Sports and Sportradar. Panda alleged that the companies engaged in anti-competitive practices by leveraging exclusive agreements with major sports leagues—such as the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, and NCAA—to coerce sportsbooks into using their proprietary technologies. Panda argued that this conduct suppressed competition and limited consumer choice in the sports betting market. ([businesswire.com](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250303136732/en/PANDA-Interactive-Sues-Genius-Sports-Sportradar-for-Anti-Competitive-Conduct-in-Sports-Betting-Market?utm_source=openai))
Genius Sports’ recent lawsuit against Panda Interactive appears to be a countermeasure in this protracted legal battle. By challenging Panda’s claims regarding licensing deals and partnerships, Genius Sports aims to address what it perceives as misleading representations by its competitor. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for the competitive dynamics within the sports technology and betting industries.