Canada

GeoComply Announces PlayPause, An Innovative Tool to Strengthen Multi-State Responsible Gaming Programs

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6 years ago

September 15, 2020

GeoComply announced today, in conjunction with Responsible Gaming Education Week, the launch of PlayPause, an innovative tool designed to modernize and strengthen the effectiveness of the iGaming and online sports betting industry’s responsible gaming programs.

PlayPause provides an efficient way for operators to manage important aspects of their responsible gaming compliance requirements across multiple states.

PlayPause will be made available free-of-charge to operators via a newly established non-profit organization, Conscious Gaming.

Expand the protective self-exclusion bubble so that as players move from state to state, the protection that they have asked for, can also move with them.
Enable consumers to self-exclude across multiple states to prevent incidence of simply crossing a state line and continuing to gamble.
Empower operators to strengthen responsible gaming programs – and make more data driven decisions – with greater insights into players that have already self-excluded in one state but need to be recognized and protected if/when they seek to play in another jurisdiction.
Streamline the administrative burden and eliminate the silos associated with maintaining numerous separate state-operated self-exclusion databases.

“At GeoComply, we’re always looking for ways to leverage technology in a meaningful and responsible way,” says Anna Sainsbury, GeoComply Chairman and Co-Founder. “PlayPause is not only an important compliance tool, but a way we can unite the industry and regulators to deepen their shared commitment to responsible gaming and consumer protection.”

Elizabeth Lanza, Director of the Office of Compulsive and Problem Gambling, Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board added: “Pennsylvania is pleased to be at the forefront of a new responsible gaming tool, designed to strengthen consumer protection and take self-exclusion programs in a new direction.”

Keith Whyte, Executive Director of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) echoed this sentiment, noting: “Creating a multi-state self-exclusion tool has long been a goal of all stakeholders that are committed to responsible gaming. The NCPG applauds the creation of PlayPause – this is a prime example of how technology and innovation can be leveraged to advance consumer protection and foster a more effective responsible gaming framework across the gambling and sports betting industries.”

Omer Sattar, Co-founder and EVP at Sightline Payments highlighted: “Sightline enthusiastically supports GeoComply in creating PlayPause, which until now was a missing link in the industry’s arsenal of responsible gaming tools. Our support is reflective of Sightline’s long standing commitment to responsible gaming and corporate social responsibility. This is a key step to advance all stakeholders’ interest in strengthening consumer protection and providing safeguards to ensure that all gaming products are enjoyed in a responsible way.”

PlayPause underscores GeoComply’s commitment to offering innovative, market-leading solutions to streamline compliance with complex state regulatory requirements. By utilizing PlayPause along with GeoComply’s award-winning geolocation compliance tools, industry leaders can significantly streamline compliance obligations by managing both geolocation and responsible gaming requirements from the same back-office.

For more information on PlayPause, please visit: consciousgaming.com/playpause

Alberta

Incentive Studios launches five games with bet365 in Alberta

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22 hours ago

July 23, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Incentive Games, via its real-money gaming division Incentive Studios, has launched five titles with bet365 in Alberta, the company said on July 23, 2026.

The rollout makes Kicker, Mega Flight, Mega Flight Boost, Velocity and Squid Game Red Light Green Light Cashout available to bet365 players in the province. Incentive Games described it as Incentive Studios’ first launch in Alberta.

Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said: “We are delighted to see our real-money games launch with bet365 in Alberta. As one of the world’s leading operators, bet365 has consistently demonstrated its commitment to delivering high-quality player experiences, making them an ideal partner as we continue expanding across North America.

“Launching in Alberta represents another important step for Incentive Studios and we’re excited to bring five of our most popular titles to players in the province.”

Rich Graham, bet365 Associate VP of Gaming, said: “Incentive Games has become an important partner for bet365 with its fresh, unique approach to game development, particularly in emerging verticals.

We’re really pleased to be furthering our partnership by being their first partner in Alberta, and are confident local players will love their products.”

Incentive Games said the Alberta go-live follows recent launches in Ontario, Brazil and Pennsylvania as it targets further growth in regulated markets.

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Incentive Games enters Alberta with bet365

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22 hours ago

July 23, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Incentive Games, the leading B2B iGaming software provider, through its real-money gaming division Incentive Studios, has expanded its North American footprint after taking five of its titles live with globally renowned online operator bet365 in Alberta.

The launch sees Kicker, Mega Flight, Mega Flight Boost, Velocity and Squid Game Red Light Green Light Cashout made available to bet365 players in the province, marking Incentive Studios’ first launch in Alberta and another important milestone in the company’s continued expansion across regulated North American markets.

The rollout brings Incentive Studios’ growing portfolio of crash and arcade-style games to players across Canada’s newest regulated gaming province, as the company continues to prioritise licenced market entries.

The partnership builds on the long-standing relationship between Incentive Games and bet365, with the companies continuing to work together to deliver engaging gaming experiences across multiple jurisdictions.

Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said: “We are delighted to see our real-money games launch with bet365 in Alberta. As one of the world’s leading operators, bet365 has consistently demonstrated its commitment to delivering high-quality player experiences, making them an ideal partner as we continue expanding across North America.

“Launching in Alberta represents another important step for Incentive Studios and we’re excited to bring five of our most popular titles to players in the province.”

Rich Graham, bet365 Associate VP of Gaming, said: “Incentive Games has become an important partner for bet365 with its fresh, unique approach to game development, particularly in emerging verticals.

We’re really pleased to be furthering our partnership by being their first partner in Alberta, and are confident local players will love their products.”

The Alberta launch continues Incentive Studios’ momentum across regulated markets, following recent launches in Ontario, Brazil and Pennsylvania, as the studio continues to grow its presence across North America and beyond.

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Alberta

St8 extends TonyBet partnership to Alberta after securing supplier registration

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2 days ago

July 22, 2026

Wladimir P.

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St8 has extended its partnership with TonyBet into Alberta, expanding their Canada footprint following an earlier launch in Ontario this year.

Under the expanded agreement, TonyBet will use St8’s game aggregation platform through a single API integration. St8 said this provides access to its wider catalogue of casino content for players in Alberta.

St8 said the Alberta rollout follows its newly acquired registration to operate in the province as an iGaming Services Supplier, allowing it to provide aggregation services to licensed operators in the market. The company said its platform connects partners to more than 200 game providers via a single API.

David Fall, Business Development Manager at St8, said:

“Entering Alberta’s regulated market is a strong step for St8 that represents our continued efforts to bring our offerings to as many territories as possible, delivering top-tier results for partnerships at the local, national and international stage. We share this commitment with TonyBet, a company that we are very fortunate to be working with so collaboratively and closely as we continue to grow our presence across North America.”

Kiryl Liudvikevich, Head of Product at TonyBet, said:

“We’re proud that our work with St8 has enabled us to continue expanding across Canada. Through St8’s aggregation platform, we can seamlessly access games from the industry’s leading providers via a single integration, helping us scale efficiently while maintaining a strong focus on the player experience. St8 has cemented itself as our go-to partner for expansion into regulated markets, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration as we grow into new jurisdictions.”

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