Canada
EVERI INTEGRATES CASHCLUB WALLET® WITH SHIFT4
Everi Holdings Inc., a premier provider of land-based and digital casino gaming content and products, financial technology, and player loyalty solutions today announced an agreement with Shift4 to integrate Everi’s CashClub Wallet® technology with Shift4’s end-to-end payment solution.
The CashClub Wallet technology from Everi extends cashless payments and a patron’s digital journey throughout the gaming enterprise using traditional, alternative, and mobile technologies. Everi’s single wallet solution empowers casino operators to successfully deliver on all aspects of the emerging mobile casino ecosystem, including funding at the gaming device, payments at the retail point of sale, and funding of online sports betting, iGaming or social gaming. This true cashless experience also provides patrons with multiple options to access funds while on the casino floor or on the go.
“Given our broad collective customer base, this momentous opportunity for Everi and Shift4 to expand the reach of CashClub Wallet to retail outlets opens the door for further improvements to a patron’s digital journey across the casino enterprise,” said Darren Simmons, Everi’s Executive Vice President and FinTech Business Leader. “Our agreement with Shift4 reflects our collective goal of providing casino patrons with a convenient, casino-wide mobile funding experience.”
Currently live at 15 casinos that host more than 32,000 electronic gaming devices, Everi’s CashClub Wallet solution is the most widely deployed land-based digital gaming wallet in the U.S., and the market’s only fully-integrated, multi-property, multi-jurisdictional, and system-agnostic solution.
As the leader in secure payment processing and integrated technology solutions, Shift4 powers the top point-of-sale (POS) and software providers across numerous industry verticals. Shift4 securely processes billions of transactions annually for more than 200,000 businesses.
“This partnership with Everi is an ideal way for us to enhance our collective capabilities and help our casino customers better serve their guests’ payment needs,” said Shift4 Chief Commercial Officer Michael Isaacman. “The gaming industry is rapidly moving towards more forward-thinking digital payments solutions and loyalty programs. By integrating Everi’s cashless mobile digital wallet with our end-to-end solution, Shift4 and Everi will help improve casino operational efficiency while delivering a convenient and seamless payment experience to guests.”
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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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