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Are Online Casinos a Branch of Video Gaming?

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With online casinos growing in demand and popularity, becoming an acceptable alternative to physical outlets, many are starting to place them under the universal banner of online video gaming. However, is this the right way to categorize them? The answer might be something that ends up being subjective, but understanding how it might or might not fall within those boundaries could help you to gauge your own opinion of it better and even get you into this form of entertainment.

Of course, those who are already interested in playing at regular online casinos and other outlets might rather that they remain distinct from video gaming. They don’t want to confuse what makes it uniquely appealing to some.

How Do You Define a Game?

Ultimately, some people will look at this debate and feel like the presence of online casinos (and the games they contain) on the smartphone, a gaming platform, will immediately classify them as games. After all, the definition of a game is an activity that a person can engage in and have fun. Casinos definitely come under this description, as these have activities that offer a lot of fun. When you break down the definition of a video game, it is an interactive game simply operated using a computer system, so you can argue that online casinos are a form of video gaming – they are interactive and operated using computers.

However, it’s a question that different people have ventured their own explanations of over the years.

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Genres and Platforms Crossover

There are so many genres, modes, and gaming platforms, and this deepens further when you experiment with crossovers. Taking aspects of video games and utilizing them in online casinos provides a unique game; you don’t just have a standard slot game anymore. Now you have a slot game with a story. The inclusion of aspects like a story in some slot games creates a more engaging experience, makes it different from previous gaming, and provides more entertainment. The beauty of taking video game elements is that they can create a wide variety of unique online casino games.

In fact, this variety itself might be something that draws you towards online casinos in the first place, though finding an outlet that best suits you might be what holds you back. If that’s the case, SlotsOnlineCanada.com offers an excellent range of popular free online slot games that can help you to get started.

The Monetization Aspect

To some, what might make casino games stand apart is the gambling aspect or the general inclusion of monetization in the gameplay loop. This might not exclude them from video games as much as you think, however. Loot boxes and microtransactions have long been a controversial aspect of modern gaming, with the former even being banned or regulated in some countries in Europe.

Furthermore, when it comes to microtransactions, the mobile games industry is one that is renowned for its inclusion, and this is the same platform that online casinos would usually find themselves on. As a result, the line between them might be blurred further.

 

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absolutebet Secures AGCO Registration as an Internet Gaming Operator in Ontario

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Internet Gaming Operator by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).

This significant milestone authorizes absolutebet to offer regulated iGaming services in Ontario’s legal market under the oversight of AGCO and iGaming Ontario (iGO).

The registration marks a key step in absolutebet’s mission to bring a trusted, responsible, and innovative online casino experience to Ontario players. absolutebet is committed to operating with integrity and transparency, meeting all provincial standards for player protection, responsible gambling, anti-money laundering, and game integrity.

Securing AGCO registration is more than a milestoneit’s the start of absolutebet’s journey in one of the most exciting regulated markets in the world,” said Chen Truman, Founder of absolutebet. “We are building a brand that will grow with the Ontario community and set the stage for future expansion.”

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On the regulatory milestone, Krisztina Kalla, Legal & Regulatory Compliance Advisor of absolutebet, commented: “I’m incredibly proud to see all the hard work behind this license pay off. Securing AGCO registration has taken months of preparation and close collaboration with regulators and partners. I am very happy to see the result of that work, and even more excited as we move into the launch phase and open up the absolutebet community to Ontario players in a fun and responsible way.”

Ontario is recognized as one of the most competitive and fast-growing regulated iGaming markets in North America. With AGCO registration secured, absolutebet will move forward with the final stages of its iGO onboarding process in preparation for launch.

 

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Evoplay strengthens Ontario presence in partnership with Caesars Entertainment

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Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has partnered with Caesars Entertainment to expand its footprint in the Canadian market, following its initial entry earlier this year. The partnership integrates 20 of the studio’s top-performing titles onto Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino in Ontario, including fan-favourites such as Hot Triple Sevens, Triple Chili, and The Greatest Catch Bonus Buy.

Having announced its official entrance into Ontario in March, the collaboration with Caesars marks a significant step in Evoplay’s local strategy. Further standout releases, such as Inner Fire Bonus Buy and Hot Volcano, also launched as part of the initial package, with additional player favourites, including Fruit Nova and Ice Mania.

The collaboration underlines Evoplay’s commitment to working with leading operators to deliver high-quality content tailored to regional audiences.

Alex Malchenko, Head of Sales at Evoplay, said: “Launching with Caesars in Ontario marks a key milestone in our North American strategy.

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“It reflects both the strength of our portfolio and our commitment to providing innovative, high-performing content to operators of the highest caliber.”

Ricardo Cornejo Rivas, Vice President of Online Gaming at Caesars Digital, said: “Evoplay brings a fresh and dynamic approach to online gaming, which we’re excited to offer to our players in Ontario. This portfolio of standout titles adds to our growing content library and furthering our ongoing goal of delivering top-tier entertainment experiences to our players.”

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iGaming Ontario Appoints Joseph Hillier as its New President and CEO

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The iGaming Ontario Board of Directors has announced Joseph Hillier as the organization’s new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 8, 2025. Joseph’s depth in the Ontario igaming market combined with successful public and private sector careers make him the ideal President and CEO at this critical point in iGaming Ontario’s growth.

Joseph was most recently Chief Strategy Officer and Corporate Secretary at the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), where he delivered significant strategic and regulatory initiatives across the province’s alcohol, cannabis, gaming, and horse racing sectors. Prior to the AGCO, he served as Chief of Staff to Ontario Attorney General Hon. Doug Downey and led the development, launch and implementation of Canada’s first private sector-driven igaming market and the creation of iGaming Ontario. Joseph also spent more than a decade working in the financial and legal services sectors.

The Board expressed its sincere thanks to David Smith for serving as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer since Martha Otton’s retirement.

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