Canada
Pickswise Showcases Roster Of New Talent In Marquee Daily & Weekly Sports Betting Shows
Pickswise, a leading U.S. digital and mobile platform for free betting analysis and advice, has unveiled two new digital betting shows, headlined by top hosts and analysts. Airing on the Pickswise YouTube channel, the daily program Let’s Bet It and weekly NFL show Pickswise Playbook feature expert commentary and insights from Pickswise’s burgeoning talent roster, including hosts Chris Rose and Lauren Jbara, former NFL player Ross Tucker, former NFL front-office executive Jim Monos, and betting analysts Jared Smith and Alex Glaze.
One of the fastest-growing publishers of betting content in the country, Pickswise is designed to provide simple, free, actionable insights to the 97% of bettors who say they are interested in research and analysis before placing a wager, and 80% who say they trust content from outlets not directly affiliated with a sportsbook.
Featuring Jbara, Smith and Glaze, Let’s Bet It airs daily and includes expert analysis, predictions, lighthearted entertainment and special guests like Monos to provide unique insights around all of the day’s top sporting events.
Pickswise Playbook focuses on professional football, offering betting insights and football analysis every Thursday from Rose, Tucker and Smith.
“It has been amazing to see such a unique collection of talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives come together and gel so quickly,” said Dan Pozner, Spotlight Sports Group’s VP of Content. “In order to stand out from the crowd in the increasingly competitive world of betting content, it’s crucial to find the right mix of personalities, styles and levels of expertise. These six amazing broadcasters have already begun to form magnetic chemistry, which results in a one-of-a-kind presentation.”
Pickswise’s roster of experts features:
- Chris Rose, who has served as a play-by-play commentator for the NFL and MLB, as well as a studio host for several critically acclaimed programs, including NFL GameDay Prime with Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders and Intentional Talk on MLB Network.
- Lauren Jbara, who has worked as a sideline host and reporter for the Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Pistons, United Shore Professional Baseball Team and most recently the Colorado Avalanche and Colorado Rapids on Altitude TV.
- Ross Tucker, a former NFL offensive lineman and All-American from Princeton turned businessman and game analyst for the Philadelphia Eagles, CBS Sports and Westwood One.
- Jim Monos, the former Director of Player Personnel for the Buffalo Bills and longtime NFL scout, with a long track record of helping draft key players for multiple franchises.
- Jared Smith, who has more than 10 years of experience in sports media and nearly two decades as a sports bettor.
- Alex Glaze, an award-winning reporter who spent the past four years working as a sports anchor, host and reporter for Atlanta’s NBC affiliate, where he also created his own sports betting show.
“The opportunity to reunite with [Chris] Rose and be a part of Pickswise Playbook alongside him and Jared was just too good to pass up,” said Tucker. “Collectively, we have decades of sports and betting knowledge, and our goal each week is to arm bettors with informed insights and analysis to help enhance their play and hopefully come out on top.”
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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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