Canada
Victory Square Technologies Provides Corporate Update as at August 17, 2021
Victory Square Technologies Inc., a company that provides investors access to a diverse portfolio of next generation tech companies in key sectors including: the Creator Economy, Digital Health, Gaming, Web 3.0, VR/AR and Green Tech, is pleased to provide a corporate update from June 1, 2021 through to August 16, 2021.
“2021 has been a year of continued growth and new opportunities for Victory Square.” Said Shafin Diamond Tejani, CEO. “We’ve seen the significant growth of FansUnite, the public listing of GameOn Technologies and now the upcoming listing of Immersive Technologies later this month. Our balance sheet has never been stronger and our team is laser focused on unlocking value from the existing portfolio, and building a pipeline of new opportunities thru strategic investment and acquisitions.”
June
- Victory Square reported a record fifth consecutive quarter with positive net income and earnings per share.
- GameOn Entertainment Technologies (CSE:GET) officially began trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange on June 1st.
- Victory Square Technologies Announces Completion of Investment in Renewable Energy Company – Stardust Solar.
- Immersive Tech announced the appointment of Alvin Wang Graylin to its Board of Directors. He currently serves as the China President of HTC Corporation, managing all aspects of HTC’s business in the China Region.
- Game On announced an exclusive partnership with India’s entertainment super app MXPlayer that will introduce cricket prediction games for mobile to their service.
- Cloud Advisors announced the launch of Canada’s first digital employer and employee benefits marketplace.
- VST CEO Shafin Diamond Tejani’s latest Techonomy article is a look at the booming Canadian tech scene of 2021.
- Covalent has closed $10 million in a public sale of its CQT token on the distribution platform CoinList.
- Immersive Tech announces the appointment of Metaverse Leader Cathy Hackl to Its Board of Directors.
- VR/AR Thought Leader and Industry Expert Dan Burgar to Join Immersive Tech Advisory Board
- Next Decentrum Technologies Received $500,000 Investment to launch Momentable.ai, a digital collectables platform that empowers creators to create, manage, and promote NFT-based digital products, experiences, collections, and communities on the flow blockchain.
July
- Victory Square Technologies Portfolio Company Turnium Technology Group Included on the Ready to Rocket list for 2021 of British Columbia-based technology companies set for faster growth.
- FansUnite Entertainment Closed $24,792,390 Public Offering of Units
- GameOn announced a partnership with Blockparty to launch a first-of-its-kind NFT predictor product.
- In his latest piece for Entrepreneur, VST CEO Shafin Diamond Tejani took a look at the rise of Creator Coins and how they’re helping people take back the reins.
- Stardust Solar has become the first and the only coast to coast authorized Canadian dealer of the highly sought-after solar and energy services provider, SunPower.
- Victory Square Technologies portfolio company Turnium Technology Group Inc. (TTGI) is collaborating with IBM to onboard TTGI’s cloud-native SD-WAN solution to the IBM Cloud for Telecommunications.
August
- FansUnite Entertainment Granted UK Gambling Licenses for B2C and B2B Businesses.
- VST CEO Shafin Diamond Tejani’s latest Forbes article is a look at the “Five Lessons From A Dotcom-Bubble Veteran For Today’s Retail Investors.”
- Victory Square Technologies Signs an LOI for a Follow-on Investment in One of the Top 10 Ranked Influencer Platforms – Creator.co.
- Victory Square Portfolio Company, Immersive Technologies Receives Conditional Approval to List Under The Symbol CSE: VRAR.
- Victory Square Technologies Declares a Special Common Share Dividend of Its Interest in Portfolio Company Fantasy 360 Technologies Inc. (dba Immersive Tech).
- Victory Square Portfolio Company Hydreight Signs Strategic Sales and Marketing Agreement With Medline Industries Inc. to provide Hydreight’s telemedicine platform to Medline’s Clients
Outlook
The Company’s primary goals for the next 90 – 120 days are:
- Issue The First Tranche Of a Special Common Share Dividend of its Interest in Portfolio Company Fantasy 360 Technologies Inc. dba Immersive Tech
- Fantasy 360 Technologies Inc. dba Immersive Tech to Start Trading On The CSE Under Symbol (CSE:VRAR)
- Prepare Stardust Solar for a public listing
- Issue The Second Tranche Of a Special Common Share Dividend of its Interest in Portfolio Company Fantasy 360 Technologies Inc. dba Immersive Tech before the end of the current calendar year.
- Expand Hydreight’s strategic Sales and Marketing Agreement with Medline Industries Inc. to provide Hydreight’s full-suite of mobile digital health solutions and telemedicine platform to Medline’s Clients (surgery centres, skilled nursing facilities, home care agencies, nursing homes, hospice care, hospital laundries)
- Work with Creator.co to grow their existing platform, and to complete the development of an add-on feature which will allow creators to launch their own digital currency powered by the blockchain.
- Successfully invest in additional ventures working on the following: EV Solutions, Renewable Energy, Digital Assets Management, FinTech (Rent now, Pay later), Employee Health & Wellness, and The Creator Economy
- Completing the new digital health technology that allows for whitelabling for enterprise brands and customers
- Completing The “Friendly PC” model certifications in the United States.
- Achieve organic growth for the existing portfolio companies; and
- Invest in the team and infrastructure to support further investments and scaling.
Finally, VST integrates a strong ESG (environmental, social and corporate governance) component throughout its operations. Our portfolio highlights minority entrepreneurs, often overlooked by traditional investors, including many from developing countries. We are also dedicated to giving back to the communities in which we serve and operate. The Company’s mandate is to assist organizations through its time, talent and treasure. The Company is committed to organizations that provide services in the youth, mental health, special needs, sport, tech, education, marginalized groups, First Nations, and accessibility sectors.
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Bally’s Interactive Launches the New Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino App in Ontario
Bally’s Interactive, the digital and sports betting division of Bally’s Corporation, has launched the all-new Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app in Ontario, Canada. This latest release marks another significant milestone for the company, following the recent app update in New Jersey and a series of successful app launches in the past year, including the introduction of Bally Bet Sportsbook across multiple states and Bally Casino in Rhode Island.
The updated Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app represents a major step forward, as it combines the functionalities of the existing Bally Casino app and Bally Bet Sportsbook app into one comprehensive platform. Powered by White Hat Gaming, this new app allows players residing in or traveling to Ontario to conveniently place wagers on both sports and casino games using a single app, account, and universal wallet.
“We are thrilled to introduce the new Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app, marking a significant milestone for Bally’s. This integrated platform merges the features of our previous apps, providing players in Ontario with a seamless experience for both sports and casino betting. Our commitment to enhancing the player experience remains at the forefront as we strive to personalize the enjoyment of playing Bally Bet,” said Robeson Reeves, CEO of Bally’s Corporation.
BCLC
Be #GiftSmart: Scratch the Idea of Gifting Scratch & Win Tickets to Kids
BCLC reminds adults to gift responsibly this holiday season
With the holiday season in full swing, BCLC is reminding British Columbians to gift responsibly and scratch lottery products from their shopping lists for kids.
“Scratch & Win tickets can make great stocking stuffers for the adults in your life, but they’re not for kids,” said Ryan McCarthy, BCLC’s Director of Player Health. “The research shows that children who have early encounters with gambling are four times more likely to develop riskier gambling behaviour as they grow up. While people are out shopping for those last-minute gifts, BCLC wants adults to be aware of the potential risks associated with gifting lottery products to children and to consider safer alternatives.”
While Scratch & Win tickets are among the most common ways kids can be introduced to gambling, children are increasingly exposed to various online forms, such as gambling streams.
“With the convergence of gaming and gambling, youth are becoming more exposed to gambling content in online spaces like streaming sites, where creators are able to live-stream their own gambling, usually while playing online slots and instant games,” said Dr. Luke Clark, Director for Gambling Research at UBC. “Our research at the UBC Centre for Gambling shows that a higher frequency of watching online gambling streams is associated with a more positive attitude towards gambling and a high intention to gamble in the future.”
In B.C., it is illegal to sell lottery products to anyone under the age of 19 and BCLC encourages adults to have conversations with the kids in their lives about the risks associated with gambling.
“Open and honest conversations are crucial when it comes to navigating childhood exposure to gambling,” said McCarthy, who shared the following tips to adults:
- Monitor for gambling-related lifestyle changes. For example, developing a positive attitude towards gambling or a preoccupation with video games or streaming sites.
- Be a positive role model. Exhibit safer gambling behaviour and talk about the risks.
- Limit exposure. Monitor kids’ online activities and discourage engagement with gambling content. Explain how gambling is based on chance.
AGCO
Jackpot Digital Receives Approval from AGCO as a Registered Gaming Supplier
Jackpot Digital Inc., a leading provider of innovative dealerless electronic poker gaming solutions, has announced that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has approved the Company to be licensed as a registered Gaming Related-Supplier (the “Supplier License”) under the Gaming Control Act in the Province of Ontario.
This significant achievement allows Jackpot Digital to enter one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing regulated gaming markets in North America. The Supplier License authorizes Jackpot Digital to supply its electronic table games to Ontario’s gaming venues, including casinos and other regulated gaming facilities.
Jackpot Digital’s flagship product, the Jackpot Blitz electronic table game system, offers a modern, dealerless, player-friendly solution that integrates traditional multiplayer poker games with cutting-edge digital technology. The Supplier License will enable the Company to offer its innovative gaming solutions to operators throughout Ontario, driving new revenue opportunities and enhancing player experiences.
“Receiving AGCO’s approval is a major milestone. This approval provides us with the opportunity to offer our top-tier electronic gaming systems to operators throughout all of Ontario, positioning us for further growth in one of the world’s most robust gaming markets. We are excited to bring our innovative products to Ontario’s gaming community and continue our commitment to providing exciting, technology-driven entertainment experiences,” said Jake Kalpakian, CEO of Jackpot Digital.
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