Canada
PlayUZU launches major TV and digital ad campaign in Mexico
Operator will use its “Thumbs up” concept to drive brand awareness and showcase its USPs to players in the fast-growing market
PlayUZU, the Spanish language version of the award-wining PlayOJO online casino powered by SkillOnNet, has launched a major TV and digital advertising campaign in Mexico having debuted in the market late last year.
The campaign will be based on the same “Thumbs up” concept that PlayOJO has used in other markets such as the UK and Spain. It features a hero character who is thrilled to have found a fair, transparent online casino for the first time and he conveys this with a giant thumbs up.
While walking through a vibrant city, he finds other people that have also discovered the fun and fair PlayUZU experience, and they also give a big thumbs up.
The disruptive positioning and brand proposition is summed up in the tag line, “The transparent casino”. PlayUZU is the only casino in Mexico that never imposes wagering requirements meaning that all winnings, including those from free spins and bonuses, are for the player to keep.
The other major PlayUZU USP is that players receive money back on all bets whether they win or lose, and this money is credited to the player’s account in real-time. They then have to option to wager that money or to withdraw it as cash.
The campaign will run across television including standard ads as well as integrations in content in some of the most popular TV shows in the country and is expected to reach a 20% share of voice.
In addition to TV, the ads will run extensively across the wider digital ecosystem. This includes Google Search, social media, programmatic, native ads and media influencers to ensure the furthest possible reach among PlayUZU’s target audience.
Helena Rico, PlayUZU’s Head of Marketing for Spain and LatAm, said: “We´re very excited to finally take this step forward in Mexico and to showcase our presence in the market across TV and other digital media channels.
“We believe the campaign will allow us to compete equally with other casino operators that have been in the market for much longer than us.
“Our disruptive positioning based on always giving out rewards as real cash together with a powerful campaign will put PlayUZU top of mind, driving Mexican players to try our incredible brand and casino for the very first time.”
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Canada
ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario
ComeOn Group announced a significant milestone in its sportsbook expansion journey with the addition of sportsbook to their offering in Ontario following the successful acquisition of the required permits. This addition represents a strategic advancement in the Groups sportsbook growth trajectory where they are set to double its sportsbook business in the coming years.
ComeOn Group is one of 51 active operators in Ontario. The Ontario market has experienced robust growth since its launch, reaching C$6.7 billion in revenue in 2023.* By 2029, the market is forecasted to grow by a total of 29%, with 2024 expected to close with a 20% increase.
ComeOn keeps investing in its sportsbook business acceleration that is powered by its proprietary sportsbook platform and in-house risk management and trading team. As a multi product vertical operator, ComeOn is striving to give its customer base a safe and exciting entertainment destination and this approach is now expanded to their Ontario audience.
Juergen Reutter, Chief Executive Officer at ComeOn Group, said: “We are very excited about the opportunities this new milestone opens up for us. As a casino-led operator it represents a key part of our sportsbook strategy to double our business in the coming years. Like in any of our other markets, we are striving for a differentiated sportsbook entertainment experience that is powered by our in-house technology. Our goal is to deliver top-tier entertainment to our players while fostering safe and innovative gaming experiences.”
*Source – H2GC H2 Ontario Data 25.10.2024 (excl. Lottery)
BCLC
INTRALOT Announces New Project with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation for Online Lottery Platform
INTRALOT S.A. has announced the undertaking of a new project between the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), the sole lottery operator for the Government of British Columbia in Canada, and INTRALOT Inc., its US subsidiary, for the provision of an online lottery platform. The project also includes the digitalization of the existing land-based network.
The solution will be based on the Player X platform, part of the Lotos X ecosystem, and adds to the company’s overall partnership with BCLC, which has been extended until 2028.
INTRALOT is a leading player in a changing world of gaming. With significant experience in looking forward and anticipating emerging trends, the company provides future-proof solutions to regulated lottery and gaming operators around the world.
Canada
IAGR announces Toronto as host city for 2025 conference
Hot on the heels of its most attended conference in history, the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) is excited to announce that its 2025 conference will take place in Toronto, Canada, from October 20 to 23, 2025.
The event will be held in partnership with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) at the Westin Harbour Castle, offering stunning waterfront views and a premier, downtown Toronto location.
‘Fresh off the success of our Rome conference, we’re thrilled to continue the momentum with next year’s event in Toronto,’ said Ben Haden, IAGR President.
‘The IAGR 2025 conference promises to be another unparalleled opportunity for our global community to come together, collaborate and shape the future of gaming regulation. We’re looking forward to working with AGCO to bring it all together.’
AGCO CEO and Registrar Dr. Karin Schnarr, added, ‘We’re excited to welcome IAGR and its members to Toronto. This partnership provides a great opportunity to share Ontario’s innovative regulatory practices and foster meaningful discussions that drive positive change in the industry.’
Stay tuned for registration details early next year.
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