Canada

FSGA CONFIRMS WINTER CONFERENCE SET FOR THE LINQ HOTEL IN LAS VEGAS FEB. 15-16

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3 years ago

February 9, 2022

UPDATED COVID PROTOCOLS, AGENDA, KEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCED

Conference Sees Significant Number of Registrations From New York Following the State’s Legalization of Online Sports Betting

The Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association is thrilled to announce that its annual Winter Conference in Las Vegas is confirmed as an in-person gathering of Fantasy and Sports Betting industry heavyweights, Feb. 15-16 at The LINQ Hotel in Las Vegas.

With the confirmation comes the announcement of a large number of event registrations out of New York State, updated Health and Safety Protocols addressing Covid concerns, a jam-packed agenda and the addition of Rush Street CEO Richard Schwartz as the first chief executive of a major sportsbook as keynote speaker where will deliver a “State of Sports Betting” address.

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Additionally, Jeremy Levine, Underdog CEO, will tell his unique success story in a fireside chat with Rick Wolf, FSGA Board member and SVP/B2B Partnerships of conference title sponsor Spotlight Sports Group.

The FSGA Conference has seen a steady increase in registrations from New York State following the legalization of mobile sports betting there on Saturday, Jan. 8. Rush Street Interactive, under its BetRivers brand, was among the first four sportsbooks granted permission by the state to operate and having Schwartz as the conference’s keynote speaker has sent a ripple of anticipation throughout the industry.

“We are thrilled to be able to confirm that the FSGA Winter Conference will be live and in person this year,” stated FSGA Chair Stacie Stern. “Adding Richard as our keynote speaker is such a privilege and we know everyone is eager to hear what he has to say. We anticipate many questions and great discussions around the growth of the industry and where it is heading in 2022.”

FSGA has updated its conference agenda and it will feature among other things an even more extensive series of awards than previous events for companies excelling in the fantasy sports and legalized sports betting industries. A general breakdown of the event, including speakers and panelists, can be accessed at https://thefsga.org/conference-agenda/.

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

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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.