Canada

Gambling.com Launches SlotSource.com to Empower American Online Slot Players

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4 years ago

July 29, 2020

Developed by Gambling.com Group Plc, SlotSource.com provides comprehensive reviews of more than 150 online slots. In the growing market for regulated iGaming in the United States, players need resources to help them locate online casinos that have their favorite online slots as well as advice on which online casinos are fair, reputable, legal and licensed in their state.

Online casino players in the United States have a rapidly expanding array of games, slots and casinos now available at their disposal. SlotSource.com organizes the United States’ total online casino offering into one easy to use website where games and casinos are broken down by their availability per state. The website cooperates exclusively with online gaming companies licensed in the United States.

“As states like Pennsylvania and New Jersey see record growth in online casino revenue, new players need resources like SlotSource.com to navigate the growing universe of games and options and stay on the right side of the divide between regulated and offshore providers,” said Charles Gillespie, Chief Executive of Gambling.com Group.

Slots are the most popular casino game both at brick-and-mortar casinos and online. But it is online slots in particular that are experiencing tremendous growth. For May 2020, online slots handle in Pennsylvania surpassed the $1 billion mark for the first time ever thanks to a month-on-month increase of 40%. This milestone is particularly significant considering the rapid growth witnessed in April, where online slots handle hit more than $757 million, up 96% from March 2020. Online slots have generated more than $83 million in local and state tax revenue for Pennsylvania since launching in July 2019, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.

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Currently, online casino play is regulated and available for players in Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Michigan has also regulated the market and is expected to go live later in 2020 or in early 2021. More states are expected to consider online casino expansion as a way to maintain gaming related tax revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In addition to real-money slot reviews, fully-featured free-to-play slots and bonus comparisons, SlotSource.com offers resources to help players safely manage deposits and withdrawals from the most trusted payment providers in the business including PayPal, Neteller, Skrill, Play+ and more.

Canada

ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario

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1 week ago

November 8, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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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

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1 week ago

November 7, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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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

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2 weeks ago

October 30, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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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.