Canada
NCPG Offers Recommendations on Sports Betting Partnerships with Colleges
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) released a report from its Prevention Committee called “Recommendations on Partnerships Between Higher Education Academic Institutions and Sports Betting Operators.” The report addresses how sports betting operators, institutions of higher learning, and state governments can help mitigate against the potential rise of problem gambling among young adults that might occur as sports betting becomes legal in more states.
“The NCPG Prevention Committee’s report is comprised of recommendations that can help limit the number of young adults who could develop signs of gambling addiction as a result of sports betting, which is expanding rapidly across America,” said Keith Whyte, NCPG Executive Director. “We hope gambling operators, institutions of higher learning and state officials each feel a sense of urgency in adopting these responsible gambling policies and problem gambling treatment measures, whether sports betting is legal or might be in the near future.”
The report gives an overview of why the recommendations are needed, focusing on how young adults are especially vulnerable. Some startling facts contained in the report include:
College and university students tend to have higher rates of problem gambling, as compared to the general population.
College student athletes have an even greater risk for gambling problems than the general college population.
The report’s recommendations are tailored for each of the respective parties to implement.
Sports betting operators should:
Not offer incentives, especially monetary incentives, to institutions of higher learning based in any way on participation in sports betting by individuals.
Provide data to colleges and universities on betting activity and patterns to inform problem gambling efforts.
Set strict age-gate verification policies and operations that go beyond lip service and self-verification.
Universities and colleges should:
Not accept any incentives based on participation by individuals in sports betting.
Set standards and policies for what type of sports betting advertising and promotion can occur, and where it can occur.
Offer problem gambling treatment services on campus for anyone who might need it.
State governments should:
Conduct surveys focused on high school and college students regarding this issue so that potential adjustments can be made going forward.
Provide funds at a minimum of one percent of all sports betting revenue to address gambling addiction.
Establish stringent responsible gambling regulations for sports betting operators and vendors.
The best way to protect students and student athletes from gambling addiction is for all parties to work together to provide education, awareness and help on this hidden addiction. This includes effective tools and sensible limits that support informed choice and require consumer protections in the unique environment of higher education. Institutions of higher learning have a great responsibility toward their students, in this as in other aspects, to ensure that their educational environment does not present a danger but helps them to be successful as students and adults.
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Canada
CasinoCanada enters partnership with Beef Casino
CasinoCanada has partnered with Beef Casino, an online gaming platform operated by Royal Partners. The partnership will enhance Beef Casino’s brand visibility in Canada through editorial coverage and targeted digital promotion.
CasinoCanada will produce in-depth reviews, analytical comparisons, and SEO-focused content for Canadian audiences and also generate SEO-based traffic to Beef Casino. This content will offer players accurate, transparent insights into Beef Casino’s offerings and support its regional growth.
CasinoCanada is an online casino information portal run by SEOBROTHERS.
Eugene Ravdin, Head of PR at SEOBROTHERS, commented: “Our cooperation with Beef Casino reflects our strategy of working with established operators that prioritize compliance, security, and user experience. Backed by Royal Partners’ extensive portfolio and operational expertise, Beef Casino brings strong value to the Canadian market. Through CasinoCanada.com, we aim to deliver clear, research-based content and sustainable traffic growth, building a partnership grounded in consistency and measurable results.”
Beef Casino operates under a licence from the Curaçao Gaming Authority. Managed by Royal Partners, one of the leading direct advertisers in the gambling sector, the brand benefits from a network of 17 proprietary products and over 1 million active users worldwide, according to the Royal Partners website.
The platform features thousands of premium gaming titles, including popular slots and a comprehensive Live Casino experience. Beef Casino uses advanced encryption technologies and operates under a trusted international licence to protect personal and financial data. 24/7 support is available via Live Chat, email, and hotline.
Lena Patrubeika, Head of EU-department at Royal Partners, stated: “The collaboration between Beef Casino, managed by Royal Partners, and CasinoCanada.com is built on a professional and disciplined approach. We find their team to be responsive to our brand’s requirements and consistent in their communication. The primary benefit of this partnership is the transparency they maintain throughout the workflow. Looking ahead, we aim to maintain this steady cooperation and continue fulfilling our mutual objectives.”
The agreement highlights both parties’ commitment to transparency, operational efficiency, and long-term growth in the competitive Canadian iGaming market.
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Adjusted EBITDA
Bragg Gaming Announces Select Preliminary Unaudited Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results, and Issues Full Year 2026 Guidance
Bragg Gaming Group has announced that its preliminary unaudited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025 are expected to come within its previously issued guidance ranges for both revenue and Adjusted EBITDA.
The Company anticipates the fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results to include the following highlights:
Fourth quarter 2025 revenues to be approximately EUR 27.7 million, an increase of 1.8% from EUR 27.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, and Adjusted EBITDA to be approximately EUR 6 million (representing an Adjusted EBITDA Margin2 of approximately 16.6%), compared to EUR 4.7 million (representing an Adjusted EBITDA Margin of approximately 17.2%) in the fourth quarter of 2024. High-margin proprietary content revenue grew by 70% in Q4-2025 over Q4-2024, primarily driven by growth in the US.
Full year 2025 revenues to be approximately EUR 106.1 million, an increase of 4.0% from EUR 102.0 million in 2024, and Adjusted EBITDA to be approximately EUR 16.6 million (representing an Adjusted EBITDA Margin of approximately 15.6%), compared to EUR 15.8 million (representing an Adjusted EBITDA Margin of approximately 15.5%) in 2024. The Company notes that, excluding the Netherlands given its challenging regulatory environment, expected 2025 revenues would represent an 18% increase from 2024, driven by the Company’s performance in Brazil and the US.
These figures are preliminary and unaudited, and actual revenues, Adjusted EBITDA, and Adjusted EBITDA margin may differ.
Bragg is providing this information at this time because of planned investment community meetings to be held ahead of the release of its fourth and full year 2025 financial results and conference call in March 2026.
Anticipated Financial Highlights for 2026
Revenue Guidance: Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2026 is expected to be in the range of EUR 97.0 million to EUR 104.5 million, despite Bragg anticipating that it will have to continue navigating increasingly complex regulatory compliance requirements and recent tax changes in the Netherlands and other regions in which the Company operates.
Adjusted EBITDA Guidance: Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2026 is forecasted to be in the range of EUR 16.0 million to EUR 19.0 million (representing an Adjusted EBITDA Margin of approximately 16.0% to 18.0%), supported by factors which include a continuing shift toward higher-margin product offerings and the structural cost savings expected from Bragg’s recently announced initiative to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to drive cost efficiencies and improve operational excellence.
Matevž Mazij, Chief Executive Officer for Bragg, said: “Based on the preliminary results, we delivered another record year in 2025, as demonstrated by increased revenue and higher Adjusted EBITDA. Now in 2026, we remain confident in our ability to successfully navigate evolving international regulatory and taxation developments, continue to increase our overall content market share in Brazil and the United States, aggressively pursue emerging alternative markets, such as Historical and Live Racing and Prediction Markets, and move into new jurisdictions that offer opportunities for higher margin content business. At the same time, we plan on thoughtfully harnessing the power of the Bragg AI Brain to reduce our overall cost structure, drive EBITDA growth, and move toward sustained net profitability. We look forward to updating investors as we progress.”
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Betty Casino
Betty Casino Announces Partnerships with Toronto FC and Toronto Argonauts
Betty Casino has announced new sports partnerships with Toronto FC and the Toronto Argonauts, creating more opportunities for game-day fun in Ontario. These collaborations will bring new in-game interactive fan experiences, concourse activations and chances to win prizes.
As an official online casino partner, Betty will activate across key touchpoints throughout the season, including in-venue presence and fan-focused moments online. The Toronto FC partnership launched on February 21 with the start of the MLS season, while the Toronto Argonauts partnership begins May 23 with a pre-season game in Hamilton.
Betty’s partnerships bring Toronto together through moments of exhilaration. From matchday excitement at BMO Field to online celebrations, the game-day experience will extend beyond the final whistle.
“For fans, this partnership means more ways to engage with the teams they love and trust. We’re creating experiences that are exciting, rooted in the city, and most importantly, fun,” said Dikla Revach, Chief Growth Officer at Betty.
Betty’s growing lineup of Toronto sports collaborations highlights its commitment to responsible, entertaining, and community-driven experiences for Ontario players. Fans can follow Betty’s channels for updates, announcements, and chances to win throughout the season.
Throughout the partnership, responsible gaming practices will be prioritized in all programming. Engagement strategies will adhere to Ontario’s iGaming regulatory standards and emphasize safe, age-appropriate fan interactions.
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