Canada

ODDS ON COMPLIANCE LAUNCHES PLAYBOOK EUROPE, A GLOBAL EXPANSION OF ITS COMPREHENSIVE REGULATORY TECH PLATFORM

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1 year ago

June 1, 2023

The ground-breaking platform will provide the industry with unmatched global regulatory and compliance data in partnership with leading law firms across Europe

MIAMI, Fla. (MAY 31, 2023) – Odds On Compliance, the industry-leading technology and consultancy firm specializing in sports betting, iGaming, and gambling regulatory compliance, is pleased to announce the launch of Playbook Europe. Playbook provides the most comprehensive overview of the sports betting, iGaming, daily fantasy sports, land-based, and iLottery regulatory environment.

Beginning today, Playbook users can access gaming regulatory information from 21 European territories, with more jurisdictions to be added in the future. Odds On Compliance has partnered with leading law firms across Europe to build out the industry’s most comprehensive database of regulatory information, including Wiggin LLP (UK), Asensi Abogados SLP (Spain), Nordic Gambling (Denmark and Sweden), and OKA Avocats (France).

“This is another step forward in the evolution of our technology,” commented Eric Frank, CEO and Co-Founder of Odds On Compliance. “This is an opportunity to bring our innovative solutions to a wider audience. We understand the unique regulatory landscape of Europe, and we’re excited to navigate these compliance complexities and provide cutting-edge technology to the industry in partnership with some of the leading law firms in the industry.”

“We are thrilled to expand Playbook into the European market,” added Cheryl Jones, Odds On Compliance President, Europe. “This expansion is the next step in delivering the highest level of trust and transparency to our clients while supporting the growth and success of their businesses.”

Odds On Compliance is committed to providing the most comprehensive and up-to-date regulatory compliance solutions for the gaming industry. Playbook provides a virtual gateway to a comprehensive collection of regulatory documents globally for markets with legalized sports betting, daily fantasy sports, iGaming, land-based, and iLottery.

Playbook features carefully curated, managed, and updated statutes, regulations, and requirements that enable businesses to stay in step with the agencies that regulate them. The enhanced offering, PlaybookAI, includes integration with the latest model from OpenAI enhancing users’ ability to search compliance questions and return responses quickly and efficiently.

For more information on Playbook Europe, visit OddsOnCompliance.com.

Canada

ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario

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2 weeks 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.”

European Gaming Congress 2024 (Warsaw, Poland)

*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

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2 weeks 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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3 weeks ago

October 30, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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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.