Canada
Sen. Cortez Masto and MGM’s Chief People, Inclusion & Sustainability Officer Chopra to Headline G2E 2020
Gaming Leaders to Deliver Keynotes on Industry Recovery, Diversity & Inclusion
Global Gaming Expo (G2E) will welcome Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) and MGM Resorts International’s Senior Vice President and Chief People, Inclusion and Sustainability Officer, Jyoti Chopra, as keynote speakers for G2E 2020.
American Gaming Association (AGA) President and CEO Bill Miller will interview Sen. Cortez Masto about the latest from Capitol Hill and ongoing efforts to support the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 11 a.m. ET. Chopra will discuss the opportunities and challenges around the Future of Work and sustaining and leading a diverse workforce for the industry, Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 3:30 p.m. ET.
“For two decades now, G2E has delivered best-in-class educational content, and this year is no different. We are fortunate to bookend G2E 2020 with two dynamic leaders who are vital voices for the gaming industry,” said AGA’s President and CEO Bill Miller.
G2E 2020, presented by American Gaming Association and organized by Reed Exhibitions, will take place Oct. 27-28, with a kickoff session Oct. 14, 2020.
“Sen. Cortez Masto is a true gaming champion. Her strong support has never been more critical than as our industry rebounds from the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic,” continued Miller. “Jyoti Chopra joined the gaming industry at a pivotal moment. Her perspectives and extensive experiences in leading a global workforce through challenging times, while addressing issues of social justice and diversity, will be invaluable.”
- Public Policy and a Pandemic: A Conversation with Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) Oct. 27 | 11 a.m. ET
- The federal government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have significant implications for the gaming industry as we navigate economic impacts and responsibly welcome back guests. Hear about the latest on Capitol Hill and what the future holds as AGA President and CEO Bill Miller interviews Senator Cortez Masto (D-NV), one of the gaming industry’s leading champions in Congress.
- Navigating a Global Workforce Through 2020: A Fireside Chat with MGM’s Jyoti Chopra Oct. 28 | 3:30 p.m. ET
- For MGM’s Chief People, Inclusion and Sustainability Officer Jyoti Chopra, 2020 has meant navigating a workforce through company leadership changes, issues of social justice and diversity, and implications of a global pandemic. Jyoti will join G2E 2020 to share her perspective on managing through crisis, industry career paths, and what the future holds for employees in our industry.
For more information on G2E 2020, please visit GlobalGamingExpo.com.
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absolutebet Secures AGCO Registration as an Internet Gaming Operator in Ontario

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 milestone—it’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.”
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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Alex Malchenko Head of Sales at Evoplay
Evoplay strengthens Ontario presence in partnership with Caesars Entertainment

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.
“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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Canada
iGaming Ontario Appoints Joseph Hillier as its New President and CEO

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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