Canada
Grover Gaming Acquires Digital Dynamics Software, Inc.
Grover Gaming, Inc. announced that it has acquired the assets of Lake Zurich, IL-based Digital Dynamics Software, Inc, a pioneer in gaming software, with products including SAS Engine, SAS Gateway, Backdrop casino management software, and the GAP gaming protocol. The acquisition allows Grover Gaming to enhance its player experience and easily connect SAS-based electronic gaming systems and casino communications to its proprietary software.
The acquisition also represents the expansion of Grover Gaming into Illinois with this new Chicago office. “This investment will play a crucial role in our company’s future growth,” said Garrett Blackwelder, President of Grover Gaming. “Tony Antonucci and his team have an incredible reputation in this industry. With their proven casino products and our games, we are excited about the new opportunities this will open for Grover Gaming,” added Blackwelder.
Digital Dynamics Software was founded in 1994 by Tony Antonucci and is considered an industry leader in SAS Engine software, backdrop host systems, and SAS gateways. Their GLI-certified system easily connects any SAS-based gaming devices and is designed to interoperate with system vendors worldwide.
“We are very excited to join the Grover team and take our combined products to a new level and into new markets,” said Tony Antonucci.
The new SAS engine will support Grover Gaming’s advanced accounting and metering, multi-game/multi-denominations, real-time events, progressives, and bonus features. Once integrated, the Backdrop host system will enable Grover Gaming to offer customers floor-wide accounting and ticketing, real-time floor display, enhanced reporting, and player tracking and rewards.
Grover Gaming develops software, game content and gaming systems for lotteries and charitable gaming jurisdictions, and is licensed in Ohio, New Hampshire, The Commonwealth of Kentucky, North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Washington, Ontario Canada, and The Commonwealth of Virginia. Based in Greenville, NC, Grover Gaming has over 300 employees across 9 states including a design studio in Wilmington, NC.
Inc. magazine recently recognized Grover Gaming for the third year in a row on its list of the top 5000 fastest-growing companies in America.
SOURCE Grover Gaming, Inc.
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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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