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Louisiana Senate Committee Approves Tax Break for Casinos
The Louisiana Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs committee has approved legislation to give the gaming industry an $83 million tax break over five years after the major hit it took from the COVID-19 shutdown.
Senate Bill 5 would allow each casino to give customers $5 million in free promotional play wagers without having to pay state taxes on those amounts. Anything above $5 million would be taxed at the normal rate of 21.5%. The tax break would cost the state $11.2 million in revenues in the next fiscal year, starting July 1.
Republican state Sen. Ronnie Johns, who has three casinos in his Lake Charles district, said he brought the latest bill because of the large impact that the gaming industry has on Louisiana’s economy and workforce.
Sen. Karen Carter Peterson, D-New Orleans, opened up about the huge impact the gaming industry has had on her own life, speaking up about her recovery from a gambling addiction and the silent costs of expanding the industry.
“I can take care of myself, but there are so many people, because of poverty, that can’t afford to take care of themselves,” Peterson said.
Johns said the gaming industry employs almost 20,000 people statewide. Including the state lottery, all forms of gaming surpass even the oil and gas industry in terms of bringing in money for the state.
“The casino industry, whether we like it, don’t like it, whatever, has been here for many many years. It was voted on by the people in the locales that it’s located in,” Johns said.
Johns also pointed out the huge blow that the pandemic has taken on the industry and, therefore, the state’s economy.
SB5 now heads to the full Senate for consideration. If approved by the Senate, the measure then would have to clear the House’s review and vote in two weeks before the special session adjourns.
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INCENTIVE GAMES PARTNERS WITH LOTO-QUÉBEC TO LAUNCH REAL-MONEY GAMES IN THE PROVINCE OF QUÉBEC, CANADA
Incentive Games has announced a new partnership with Loto-Québec, the Crown corporation of the Government of Québec responsible for the province’s lottery, casino and online gaming operations and the sole legal gaming operator in the region.
The agreement, delivered through Incentive Studios, the real-money gaming division of Incentive Games, allows Loto-Québec to access the studio’s expanding portfolio of real-money Crash and Arcade titles, bringing fresh and innovative gameplay experiences to players across Québec.
As Incentive Games’ first client in Canada, Loto-Québec will roll out a curated selection of Incentive Studios’ real-money Crash games. These titles feature distinctive bonus mechanics and fast-paced gameplay designed to appeal to modern regulated-market audiences.
The games are being supplied to Loto-Québec via the Light & Wonder platform, building on Light & Wonder’s existing partnership with Incentive Games and enabling a smooth and efficient launch of Incentive Studios’ content.
This collaboration represents a significant step forward for Incentive Games, providing a strategic entry point into the Canadian market while further strengthening its reputation as a trusted global supplier of real-money gaming content. For Loto-Québec, the partnership supports its ongoing commitment to offering high-quality, fully regulated gaming entertainment to players in the province.
Commenting on the partnership, Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said:
“Partnering with Loto-Québec marks an important milestone for Incentive Games as we continue to expand across regulated markets. Loto-Québec is a highly respected and trusted operator with a strong focus on responsible play and premium entertainment. We’re excited to introduce our real-money Crash games to Québec and showcase how our game design approach delivers something genuinely fresh and engaging for players in the region.”
The first real-money titles from Incentive Studios’ portfolio are now live with Loto-Québec, with additional launches planned throughout 2026.
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Ahmed Baker Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games
Loto-Québec Partners with Incentive Games for Rollout of Real-Money Games in Québec
Incentive Games, a B2B gaming studio focused on real-money and free-to-play games, has revealed a new collaboration with Loto-Québec, the crown corporation of the Québec Government that oversees the province’s lottery, casino, and online gaming services, the sole legal gaming option in the region.
Provided by Incentive Studios, the real-money gaming arm of Incentive Games, the agreement allows Loto-Québec to tap into Incentive’s expanding collection of Crash and Arcade real-money games, offering exciting gaming experiences to players throughout Quebec.
Loto-Québec, Incentive Games’ initial client in Canada, will launch a range of real-money Crash games from Incentive Studios in its market, giving users access to innovative titles with unique gameplay mechanics and bonus features. The games are provided to Loto-Québec through the Light & Wonder platform, enhancing Light & Wonder’s current collaboration with Incentive Games and facilitating a smooth launch of Incentive Studios’ offerings.
The collaboration offers Incentive Games access to the Canadian market while enhancing the firm’s reputation as a reliable real-money gaming provider worldwide. It further endorses Loto-Québec’s dedication to providing top-notch regulated gaming entertainment.
Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said, “Partnering with Loto-Québec marks an important milestone for Incentive Games as we continue to expand across regulated markets. Loto-Québec is a highly respected and trusted operator, with a strong commitment to responsible play and delivering high-quality entertainment for players across Québec. We’re excited to introduce our real-money Crash games to the market and demonstrate how our approach to game design can offer something genuinely fresh and engaging for players in the region.”
Incentive Studios has launched its initial real-money games with Loto-Québec, and additional ones are set to release throughout 2026.
The post Loto-Québec Partners with Incentive Games for Rollout of Real-Money Games in Québec appeared first on Eastern European Gaming | Global iGaming & Tech Intelligence Hub.
Ahmed Baker Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games
INCENTIVE GAMES PARTNERS WITH LOTO-QUÉBEC TO LAUNCH REAL-MONEY GAMES IN THE PROVINCE OF QUÉBEC, CANADA
Incentive Games, a B2B games studio specialising in both real-money and free-to-play games, has announced a new partnership with Loto-Québec, the crown corporation of the Government of Québec responsible for the province’s lottery, casino and online gaming operations, the only legal gaming offering in the province.
Delivered through Incentive Studios, the real-money gaming division of Incentive Games, the agreement enables Loto-Québec to access Incentive’s growing portfolio of Crash and Arcade real-money titles, bringing innovative gameplay experiences to players across Quebec.
As Incentive Games’ first client in Canada, Loto-Québec will introduce a selection of Incentive Studios’ real-money Crash games to its market, providing users with access to new titles with distinctive bonus features and gameplay mechanics. The games are made available to Loto-Québec via the Light & Wonder platform, building on Light & Wonder’s existing partnership with Incentive Games and supporting a seamless roll out of Incentive Studios’ products.
The partnership provides Incentive Games with a gateway into the Canadian market while strengthening the company’s position as a trusted real-money gaming supplier, globally. It also supports Loto-Québec’s commitment to delivering high-quality regulated gaming entertainment.
Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said, “Partnering with Loto-Québec marks an important milestone for Incentive Games as we continue to expand across regulated markets. Loto-Québec is a highly respected and trusted operator, with a strong commitment to responsible play and delivering high-quality entertainment for players across Québec. We’re excited to introduce our real-money Crash games to the market and demonstrate how our approach to game design can offer something genuinely fresh and engaging for players in the region.”
The first real-money titles from Incentive Studios’ portfolio are now live with Loto-Québec, with more to follow throughout 2026.
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