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Canadian Gaming Association Signs Memorandum of Understanding With International Betting Integrity Association
Protection of athlete, consumer, sport, and operator integrity is a key priority
TORONTO, March 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Gaming Association (CGA) is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA). The purpose of the MoU is to provide a framework for cooperation and coordination between IBIA and the CGA on betting and related integrity issues and to protect the Ontario and wider Canadian market, sports, consumers, and regulated betting operators, from corrupt activities.
IBIA is the leading global voice on integrity for the licensed betting industry and represents many of the largest regulated sports betting operators in the world, with its account-based integrity monitoring system covering over US$137bn in betting transactions per annum globally. The association has recently been accredited by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) as an independent integrity monitor; all licensed operators in Ontario will be required to be part of a monitoring system.
Many existing IBIA operators are also members of the CGA, and the two trade associations have agreed to explore and establish cooperative projects and partnership working in areas of mutual interest. The CGA and IBIA will be equal partners in those projects, which may involve a wide range of activities, including promoting the commercial and related integrity interests of the two associationsâ betting operator members, and establishing a viable regulated betting market with high consumer channeling rates and related consumer, sports, and operator integrity protection measures.
Khalid Ali, CEO of IBIA, said: âProtecting the integrity of the betting market in Ontario, and indeed the wider Canadian market, is very important to IBIA and its members. We will be seeking to engage with a wide range of key stakeholders on betting and integrity related issues and see the CGA as a pivotal partner in the achievement of that goal. The CGA has been a driving force behind the evolution of regulated betting in Canada and IBIA views it as a valued and critical partner in the continued development of the sector and in placing sporting and betting integrity at the forefront of that.â
The recent changes to the Federal Criminal Code to permit single-event sports wagering has introduced new sports betting offerings to Canadians while bringing enhanced regulatory oversight to sports betting in Canada.
The gaming industry, professional and amateur sports bodies, and gaming regulators in regulated sports betting markets around the world already cooperate to protect the integrity of sport and sports betting. When working together through an integrity monitor like IBIA, the industry can:
- Detect and report suspicious activities in betting markets.
- Use detailed market data to investigate and punish corruption.
- Develop education activities to protect players and sporting events.
- Support sports bodies, law enforcement and regulatory authorities in the fight against fraud and manipulation.
- Channel consumers to the onshore regulated market.
âIBIA will be one of only a handful of sports integrity monitors recognized by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario for licensed operators and we believe there is great value in deepening our relationship with the organization,â said Paul Burns, President and CEO, Canadian Gaming Association. âAs the CGA looks ahead to the opening of Ontarioâs iGaming market and the expansion of sports betting products and services across Canada in 2022, the protection of athletes and integrity of sports betting is a key priority.â
About the Canadian Gaming Association
The Canadian Gaming Association (CGA) is a not-for-profit organization that works to advance the evolution of Canadaâs gaming industry. The associationâs mandate is to promote the economic value of gaming in Canada; use research, innovation, and best practices to help the industry advance; and create productive dialogue among stakeholders. Visit www.canadiangaming.ca to learn more about the CGA and gaming in Canada.
For further information please contact:
Paul Burns, Canadian Gaming Association
(416) 579-3922
[email protected]
About the International Betting Integrity Association
The International Betting Integrity Association is the leading global voice on integrity for the regulated betting industry. The association is the largest customer transaction-based betting integrity monitoring system in the world and represents operators with over $137bn in betting handle per annum globally. The association maintains a policy of transparency and publishes quarterly and annual reports covering the integrity alerts reported through its monitoring and alert platform; the 2021 report can be viewed here.
Our members share a common goal of combating betting corruption to protect the integrity of sport and their businesses. Established in 2005 and formerly known as ESSA, we are a not-for-profit association whose members include many of the worldâs largest regulated operators, active across six continents. Members undergo a rigorous due diligence process and must adhere to our code of conduct committing them to responsible betting practices.
IBIAâs Monitoring & Alert Platform is a highly effective anti-corruption tool that detects and reports suspicious activity on its membersâ betting markets. The bespoke system tracks transactional activity linked to individual consumer accounts, clearly distinguishing it from commercial monitoring systems focused on simple odds movements. The association has longstanding information sharing partnerships with leading sports bodies including FIFA, UEFA, the ITIA and the IOC and many gambling regulators to utilise this data and prosecute corruption.
IBIA can be contacted at [email protected].
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Million Games and Black Cat Launch Island Ices â A Tropical Slot with Free Spins, Multipliers & Instant Cash Wins
Million Games and partner studio Black Cat are excited to announce the release of Island Ices, a vibrant 5Ă4 slot packed with tropical charm and rewarding mechanics. As the second game from Black Cat under the Million Star partner programme, Island Ices brings a refreshing low-volatility experience with a polished aesthetic and summer-ready features.
Designed for players who love quick-paced, feel-good gameplay, Island Ices features:
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Set against the backdrop of a luxury island resort, Island Ices takes players from sun-soaked afternoons by the pool to nighttime VIP beach parties, complete with fireworks and instant-cash cocktails.
Landing 3 or more VIP Ticket symbols triggers the Free Spins bonus game, Beach Party style, awarding up to 15 Free Spins with multipliers of x2, x5, or x10. During Free Spins, cash-filled Cocktail symbols become more frequent, turning every spin into a shot at a bigger prize.
The Prize Collection Bonus Game is activated by landing 3 or more Cocktail symbols, clearing the reels and replacing them with instant-cash values only. Players begin with 3 ice cubesâeach spin uses one, and every new cash symbol refills them. The feature ends when no ice cubes remain or the grid is full.
Million Star Innovation Meets Summer Style
âIsland Ices is a great example of how strong themes and smart mechanics can create something players genuinely enjoy,â said Thomas Nimstad, CEO of Million Games. âBlack Cat has followed up their debut with a beautifully executed second release that brings fresh flavour to the lobby without overwhelming complexity.â
With a light, tropical theme and strong feature set, Island Ices offers a flexible, low-volatility experience built to appeal to a wide range of players. The game follows the successful launch of Captainâs Curse and marks another creative step forward for Black Cat under the Million Star programme.
Island Ices is now live across all Million Games partner platforms.
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Esports Charts named finalist for Esports Awardsâ Content & Coverage Platform of the Decade
Esports Charts, an analytics company that aggregates real-time viewership insights about esports, has been shortlisted for Esports Coverage Platform of the Decade at the Esports Awards 2025, one of the industryâs highest honors. The nomination follows Esports Chartsâ win in the Content & Coverage Platform category in 2023 and now places the platform among the most impactful names of the past ten years.
âIncredible to see Esports Charts being nominated for the third year in a rowâespecially in this special Decade edition, which celebrates long-term impact in the esports industry. Itâs a proud moment that reflects years of dedication to delivering high-quality analytics and insights to the global esports community.
Weâre excited to continue this journey as part of AWERTIâs growing ecosystem of top-tier analytics platforms and will continue to create useful tools for the esports industry worldwide.âArtyom Odintsov, co-founder and CEO of Esports Charts
The 2025 edition of the Esports Awards is a special one â the Decade Awards â celebrating the most influential names of the past ten years. Winners are determined through a two-part process: public voting (worth 25% of the final result) and panel voting by industry experts (worth 75%).
As the final week of voting begins, fans can take part in the special âturboâ phase, where each vote counts double. Public voting is open on the official website until August 11. The awards ceremony will take place at the end of August during the Esports World Cup, as part of a three-year partnership between the two events.
The Esports Awards 2025 will honor achievements across 14 categories, including Esports Game of the Decade, Esports Personality of the Decade, and Streamer of the Decade. The nominees list features many of the industryâs most iconic names, with stars like Oleksandr âs1mpleâ Kostyliev and Lee âFakerâ Sang-hyeok recognized in multiple categories.
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7777 gaming proudly announces the launch of its innovative portfolio of online casino games in Rizk Casino, a prominent brand under the Betsson Group, now available in Serbia. This strategic move marks a new chapter for both companies, as more than 100 exclusive 7777 gaming titles are now live for Serbian players through Rizk.
This rollout is a major milestone in 7777 gamingâs expansion across the Balkan region, further strengthening its presence and underlining Serbiaâs importance as a key market for the companyâs B2B growth strategy.
Players at Rizk Casino in Serbia can now enjoy a thrilling selection of 7777 gamingâs top-performing games, including fan favorites like Cash 100 Bucks, Thracian Treasures, Greenhatsâ Megawins, Barbarian, and Devilâs Deal: Soul for Sale, all tailored to the preferences of the local market.
Elena Shaterova, CCO at 7777 gaming, commented: âWe are thrilled to partner with Rizk Casino and bring our standout portfolio to players in Serbia. This launch is not just an expansion â itâs a statement. Serbia is a thriving market and part of a region weâre deeply invested in. Working with a respected brand like Rizk, under the Betsson Group, allows us to showcase our exclusive content and deliver next-level entertainment to Serbian players.â
This launch reinforces 7777 gamingâs commitment to delivering localized, engaging, and high-performing gaming content across regulated markets, with the Balkans remaining a key focus for continued expansion and partnership.
About 7777 gaming:
7777 gaming is an innovative and data-driven B2B igaming provider, founded in 2020 with the mission to revolutionize and challenge the status quo in the industry by offering 360-degree platform, state-of-the-art online casino games, iLottery, Jackpot, and marketing solutions, draw-based games, scratch cards, and much more.
The product is built by a dedicated team of visionaries with over 20 years of experience. The games and the RNG are tested and compliant in several highly regulated jurisdictions worldwide. Besides, the company achieved and maintained ISO 27001 certification. 7777 gaming holds a gambling license in Bulgaria and Romania and an MGA Certificate to provide its online casino games to these markets.
7777 gaming is already partnering with the leading aggregators and platform providers in the igaming industry.
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