Canada

RG24seven Announces Partnership with GVC Holdings to Provide Responsible Gaming Training

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4 years ago

September 16, 2020

RG24seven, the world’s leading, video-based Responsible Gaming training platform is pleased to announce a partnership with GVC Holdings (GVC) to provide Responsible Gaming training for US staff.

Wendy Anderson, CEO of RG24seven, commented, “We are incredibly pleased to be providing our world-class Responsible Gaming training to GVC. GVC is a leader in corporate social responsibility and has been at the forefront of Responsible Gaming awareness and education for many years. RG24seven is proud to announce this partnership with GVC today.”

Martin Lycka, Director of Regulatory Affairs at GVC Holdings and Trustee of GVC Foundation US, stated, “It’s vital that our employees know how Responsible Gaming can affect our patrons as well as our businesses. RG24seven is enabling GVC to provide the best in class RG training to our employees. It’s so simple and easy to use and, for compliance purposes, we are able to track, measure and monitor that our staff have not only taken the training, but that they understand the concepts of Responsible Gaming.”

As part of this partnership Lycka will take the position of Chairman to RG24seven’s Advisory Board. The Advisory Board meets three times a year to discuss content, contributors, partnerships and charitable distributions. Advisory Board attendees have included ICRG, NIGA, AGA and NCPG with a growing rota of organizations and individuals wishing to provide their contributions.

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Anderson concluded, “RG24seven’s mission is to provide the most up-to-date, innovative Responsible Gaming training to the industry while diverting funds back into research and education, where it matters the most. We look forward to a successful partnership with GVC and continuing to serve the gaming industry through Responsible Gaming training.”

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)

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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

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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.