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FORMER NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF GAMING ENFORCEMENT LAB CHIEF ERIC WEISS JOINS ERIC FRANK’S REBRANDED CONSULTANCY ODDS ON COMPLIANCE

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Odds On Compliance has been officially unveiled as the rebrand of EDF Compliance, with immediate effect. Eric Frank, Odds On Compliance CEO and Founder, who launched EDF Compliance in early 2021 to provide industry-leading regulatory compliance consultancy services to the sports betting, iGaming and gambling sectors, announced the new Odds On Compliance brand, and welcomed industry veteran Eric Weiss, VP of Technical Compliance for Odds On Compliance, to the team.

“I am delighted to officially unveil Odds On Compliance as the new name for EDF Compliance and welcome Eric Weiss to the Odds On team,” announced Eric Frank. “Eric adds unrivaled U.S. regulatory and market knowledge to our core group, enabling us to meet the broad range of needs of our clients. Our experience, knowledge and skills immediately position Odds On Compliance as the leading provider of regulatory compliance consultancy services in the sports betting, iGaming and gambling industries in the U.S. and worldwide. The value to our customers goes beyond our years of experience in the industry, as I’m also excited to announce the creation of our software development arm which is building unique compliance and regulatory information tools which we will be unveiling soon.”

Odds On Compliance CEO and Founder Eric Frank is a sports betting, iGaming and gambling industry leader. His past experience includes roles as Group Compliance Officer at The Stars Group and as a legal advisor at an AM Law 100 firm. He is currently working as an advisor to a multitude of industry clients, acting on the advisory board of BettorFantasy, and working as a special advisor to Genius Sports on U.S. regulatory affairs. This range of experience gives Eric market-leading insights and experience into the complex and dynamic regulatory compliance market, both in the U.S. and abroad.

Eric Weiss is recently retired from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement, where he served as Chief of Staff, and, most recently, Deputy Executive Director – Technical Services / Slot Laboratory. Eric joins Odds On Compliance as Vice President, Technical Compliance and brings over 30 years’ experience, adding significant market insights, experience and knowledge to the core team.

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“I am proud to be joining Eric and the team at Odds On Compliance and am excited to start work with our clients,” added Eric Weiss. “There isn’t anyone in the industry with the combined knowledge Odds On Compliance brings to companies who need help navigating the ever-evolving world of sports betting compliance and regulatory environments, so the chance to join the team was one I could not turn down.”

Alongside Eric Frank and Eric Weiss are Mike Mignone, Senior Advisor, Technical Compliance; Joe Casole, Senior Advisor, Regulatory Compliance; and Jared Bowen, Senior Project Manager. Mignone’s experience includes working in Quality Assurance and Technical Compliance at GLI, and at William Hill as the Technical Compliance Manager for the Eastern United States. Casole brings experience in the gaming and cannabis groups at Duane Morris LLP, one of the world’s largest law firms, and managing global regulatory compliance at GLI. Jared Bowen is a U.S. Army veteran who deployed to Afghanistan from 2010 to 2011 as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. Prior to joining Odds On Compliance, Bowen was an IT management professional, supporting businesses across multiple industries since 2011.

 

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ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario

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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.”

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*Source – H2GC H2 Ontario Data 25.10.2024 (excl. Lottery)

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INTRALOT Announces New Project with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation for Online Lottery Platform

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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.

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IAGR announces Toronto as host city for 2025 conference

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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.’

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