Canada
Gaming Americas announces strategic partnership with SeventySix Capital
GamingAmericas.com announces a strategic partnership with leading go-to sports venture capital platform.
We are excited to announce our recent strategic partnership in North America with SeventySix Capital.
The partnership will include close collaboration that enables both companies to reach a bigger audience and of course strategically plan the content distribution.
Zoltán Tűndik, Co-Founder and Head of Business at Hipther Agency was enthusiastic about the new partnership: “We launched GamingAmericas.com this April with the goal of becoming a go-to media and events outlet in the North and Latin American regions. Ever since the launch we are now reaching +1.5k readers daily, hosted a virtual conference, and planning for a strong 2021 with our Gaming Americas Quarterly Meetups and the second edition of Sports Betting & Casino Summit North America. Of course, this all would not be possible without our partnerships. We worked with the team at SeventySix Capital this year and for 2021 we plan to work even closer and achieving several mutual goals.”
Wayne Kimmel, Managing Partner at SeventySix Capital commented: “My team and I at SeventySix Capital are excited to announce a media partnership with Gaming Americas for our Leadership Series podcast. This partnership will provide enhanced distribution for our shows where I interview leading sports entrepreneurs, executives, and athletes on the new exciting developments in sports tech, esports, and sports betting.”
You can browse the latest editions of the SeventySix Capital Leadership Series podcast here.
The partnership is part of Gaming Americas’ long-term strategy to bring quality content and share new opportunities for the North and Latin American audience, but also create a presence in the entertainment space and focus on the latest digital initiatives.
About SeventySix Capital
SeventySix Capital is a sports tech venture capital company that invests in passionate, smart, and nice entrepreneurs who are launching game-changing tech startups in the sports tech, esports, and sports betting industries.
SeventySix Capital also has a Sports Advisory business, Athlete Venture Group, media arm, and a strategic partnership with Rubicon Talent.
SeventySix Capital Sports Advisory is a sports consulting group comprised of an expert team focused on bringing the emerging innovations and technology to sports executives, teams, leagues, brands, and athletes. The Sports Advisory works side by side with these change-makers across the evolving landscape of sports, including esports, sports betting, media, and social responsibility.
SeventySix Capital’s Athlete Venture Group allows players to invest, learn, and work directly with top sports tech startups and entrepreneurs. The firm aims to bridge the gap between athletes, entrepreneurs, and investors by creating opportunities for athletes to become tech investors and for entrepreneurs to access the financial and social capital that professional athletes have to offer.
The media arm of SeventySix Capital supports its portfolio companies, runs events, and produces the SeventySix Capital Leadership Series video podcast.
Additionally, SeventySix Capital has a strategic partnership with Rubicon Talent, a sports marketing and talent agency based in New York City with a wide range of clients including NFL and NBA stars, Hall of Famers, MVPs, Heisman Trophy winners, Olympic icons, media personalities, and celebrity chefs.
Just recently, former CBS RADIO CEO, Dan Mason has joined the SeventySix Capital team as a Venture Partner and Strategic Advisor. Mason will focus his efforts across SeventySix Capital’s venture capital funds, Sports Advisory practice, and media opportunities.
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Canada
ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario
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.”
*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
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
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.
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