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NGCB: 2021-40 2021-03R: Notice and Agenda Of Public Regulation Workshop Of The NGCB To Solicit Comments For Possible Amendments To NGC Reg 5a Regarding, Without Limitation, Operation Of Interactive Gaming
I. NOTICE OF WORKSHOP
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (Board) will hold a workshop to receive public input on proposed amendments to Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) Regulation 5A regarding, without limitation, operation of interactive gaming.
The public workshop is scheduled as follows:
May 13, 2021 at 11:00 AM
Gaming Control Board Offices
Grant Sawyer Building
Hearing Room 2450
555 East Washington Avenue
Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GOVERNOR’S EMERGENCY DIRECTIVE #006, DATED MARCH 22, 2020, THE MAY 13, 2021 PUBLIC REGULATION WORKSHOP WILL BE CONDUCTED BY MEANS OF ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION. THE PUBLIC MAY ACCESS THE MEETING AT THE TIME NOTICED HEREIN BY LIVE STREAM LINK LOCATED AT: https://gaming.nv.gov/index.aspx?page=145 AND MAY SUBMIT PUBLIC COMMENT AS SET FORTH BELOW IN THE PUBLIC NOTICE SECTION.
ADDITIONALLY, INTERESTED PARTIES CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE WORKSHOP VIA ZOOM OR IN-PERSON. ALL INTERESTED PARTIES THAT WISH TO PARTICIPATE SHOULD CONTACT THE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY AT [email protected] NO LATER THAN 5:00, MAY 7, 2021, WITH THE PARTICIPATING INDIVIDUAL(S) NAME, LICENSEE AFFILIATION (IF APPLICABLE), E-MAIL ADDRESS, AND PREFERENCE TO PARTICIPATE VIA ZOOM OR IN-PERSON. THOSE INTERESTED PARTIES REQUESTING TO PARTICIPATE IN THE WORKSHOP WILL BE NOTIFIED WITH INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO ATTEND.
IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE AVAILABILITY IS SUBJECT TO APPLICABLE OCCUPANCY AND SOCIAL DISTANCING RESTRICTIONS. PARTICIPATION REQUESTS WILL BE PROCESSED ON A FIRST-COME BASIS AND THE BOARD CANNOT GUARANTEE THAT PARTICIPANTS WILL BE AFFORDED THEIR PREFERRED METHOD OF PARTICIPATION.
Interested persons may present statements, arguments or contentions in writing. Written comments should be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 11, 2021. Comments should be submitted to the Executive Secretary via e-mail at [email protected].
II. PUBLIC COMMENT
This public comment agenda item is provided in accordance with NRS 241.020(2)(c)(3) which requires an agenda provide for periods devoted to comments by the general public, if any, and discussion of those comments. No action may be taken upon a matter raised under this item of the agenda until the matter itself has been specifically included on an agenda as an item upon which action will be taken.
III. WORKSHOP AGENDA
For Possible Action:
2021-03R: CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO NEVADA GAMING COMMISSION REGULATION 5A REGARDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, OPERATION OF INTERACTIVE GAMING ACCOUNTS.
PURPOSE: In accordance with NRS 463.145, NRS 463.150, and NRS 463.750, to remove provisions limiting interactive gaming to the game of poker and to make related amendments including without limitation: 1) create definitions of “non-peer-to-peer game” and “peer-to-peer game;” 2) remove definition of “poker;” 3) clarify that a licensed operator of interactive gaming must continue to meet the applicable qualifications necessary for licensing set forth in NRS 463.750; 4) delete requirements regarding persons who may access interactive gaming system; 5) amend internal control standards including requirements related to personal information; 6) amend requirements related to the adoption of rules for all games offered on an interactive gaming system; 7) amend authorized player registration requirements; 8) amend requirements related to interactive gaming accounts; 9) amend provisions related to self-exclusion including the creation of a state-wide list of individuals who have self-excluded from participating in interactive gaming; 10) amend provisions related to compensation received by an operator for conducting a game; 11) amend provisions related to the use of celebrity players; 12) create provisions for the adoption and use of a Commission seal; 13) amend provisions related to what operators must display on their website; 14) amend provisions related to gross revenue computation; 15) amend provisions related to the maintenance of records; and to take such additional action as may be necessary and proper to effectuate these stated purposes.
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
This public comment agenda item is provided in accordance with NRS 241.020(2)(c)(3) which requires an agenda provide for periods devoted to comments by the general public, if any, and discussion of those comments. No action may be taken upon a matter raised under this item of the agenda until the matter itself has been specifically included on an agenda as an item upon which action will be taken.
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BGaming
CasinoCanada launches free social slot tournament
CasinoCanada.com launches a new social tournament system built around free-to-enter slot competitions, combining daily, weekly, and monthly events with leaderboards, bonus prizes, and exclusive merchandise.
The tournaments are powered entirely by BGaming slots, marking the first industry collaboration between an affiliate brand and BGaming focused specifically on social tournament engagement.
Participation in all tournaments is free for registered users of legal gambling age.
Players compete across rotating tournaments featuring a changing lineup of BGaming titles, including hit titles Aztec Magic Bonanza, Bonanza Billion, and Elvis Frog, among others.
Prizes include various bonuses and free spins from CasinoCanada partner casinos.
Selected special tournaments also feature exclusive BGaming merchandise prizes.
Tournament performance is reflected in public leaderboards, adding a competitive and community-driven layer to the CasinoCanada experience.
While social slot tournaments have become increasingly common in iGaming, many existing formats are built around the same providers and similar tournament structures.
CasinoCanada’s approach focuses on free participation, rotating BGaming content, partner casino bonus rewards, merchandise prizes, and recurring competition.
Eugene Ravdin, Head of PR at CasinoCanada, said: “The affiliate industry is moving beyond static review pages and traditional bonus listings. Community features, recurring engagement formats, and social competition are becoming increasingly important for long-term audience retention.
“Our goal is to create something more interactive and community-driven while also giving more visibility to BGaming’s slot portfolio through a format that players can engage with on a daily basis.”
Kate Puteiko, CMO at BGaming, said: “Players and the community have always been the beating heart of everything we do here at BGaming.
Online play no longer has to be a solitary activity, and tournaments like this are an excellent way to connect players and enhance everyone’s experience.
CasinoCanada shares this vision, and this collaboration is a natural extension of that.
We are excited to see our games front and centre of these tournaments and for players to begin creating memorable moments competing with them.”
CasinoCanada plans to introduce additional community features in the future, including gamification systems and forum functionality designed to expand user interaction around the tournament ecosystem.
The tournaments are now live at: https://casinocanada.com/tournaments/
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Betnova
Delasport Accelerates Canadian Growth
Delasport continues to strengthen its position in the Canadian regulated market, now powering three live brands in Ontario while preparing for further expansion into Alberta as the province moves toward opening its regulated online gaming market.
Delasport’s technology is currently live in Ontario with TitanPlay.ca, Maverick Games, and Betnova.ca. The company provides a combination of full turnkey platform solutions of Casino, Sport, Player Account Management and Managed Services as well as its high-performance Sportsbook iFrame technology. This enables operators to launch quickly while delivering a premium user experience tailored to the Canadian audience.
With Ontario continuing to establish itself as one of North America’s most competitive regulated markets, Delasport’s growing local presence reflects the company’s long-term commitment to Canada and its confidence in the market’s continued evolution.
“Ontario is a strategically important market for us, and it has already proven to be a strong success story. Seeing multiple brands successfully operating on our technology and services demonstrates the strength of our platform in acquiring and retaining players in Ontario. We’re excited to continue this momentum as we prepare for Alberta,” said Oren Cohen Shwartz, CEO of Delasport.
As part of its next phase of Canadian growth, Delasport has officially applied for Alberta’s upcoming B2B licensing framework and is already preparing to go live with a partner operator once the market opens.
The company’s Canadian momentum is further supported by its mobile-first approach. TitanPlay’s iOS application is already available on the Apple App Store for users in Ontario, delivering a seamless casino and sportsbook experience powered by Delasport technology.
Delasport’s platform in Canada includes a wide range of personalization and engagement tools designed to enhance user retention and entertainment value.
The company has continued to position itself as one of the industry’s leading providers in regulated markets worldwide, with a strong focus on scalable technology, localization, compliance, and player-centric innovation.
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Canada
Responsible Gambling Council Urges Financial Institutions to Strengthen Protections Against Gambling Harm
The Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) has urged Canada’s financial sector to take a proactive role in mitigating gambling-related financial harm. A new whitepaper released highlights how banks and credit unions are uniquely positioned to protect the financial well-being of their customers.
The whitepaper, Opportunities for Impact: The Role of Financial Institutions in Mitigating Gambling-Related Harm, argues that financial institutions have a unique duty of care. Financial institutions have direct access to gambling transaction data that reveals early warning signs of financial vulnerability. These indicators include rapidly shrinking savings and an increased reliance on overdrafts or credit.
“The rapid expansion of regulated gambling in Canada requires an evolved response from our financial systems. By adopting tools already proven in other jurisdictions, Canadian banks can become leaders in protecting customer financial health,” said Tracy Parker, SVP, Accreditation, Advisory & Insights at RGC.
Jurisdictions like the UK and Australia have already recognized the powerful role financial institutions play. Banks such as Monzo and Starling in the UK were the first to offer voluntary gambling blocks to their customers. Similarly, the National Australia Bank provides dedicated support pages and links to financial counseling.
RGC recommends that Canadian financial institutions implement several key strategies:
• Improving the accuracy of Merchant Category Codes to better track gambling spend.
• Offering voluntary transaction blocks and self-defined monthly spend limits.
• Providing targeted messaging and support resources within digital banking platforms.
Beyond retail banking, RGC highlights the importance of commercial relationships. Financial institutions can influence industry practices by setting high harm prevention expectations for gambling operators. Integrating these considerations into due diligence processes helps mitigate reputational and regulatory risks.
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