Canada
ODDS ON COMPLIANCE PARTNERS WITH LEADING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE COMPANY COGNISTX
Odds On Compliance, the industry-leading technology and consultancy firm specializing in sports betting, iGaming and gambling regulatory compliance in the USA and abroad, announced that it has partnered with Cognistx, a Pittsburgh-based applied-AI company founded by Carnegie Mellon University academics. Cognistx will be Odds On Compliance’s strategic partner for software development and the creation of technology improving the management of regulatory compliance for the industry.
“We are thrilled to partner with Cognistx with Sanjay Chopra at the helm. Our clients, and the industry as a whole, continue to face increasing regulation and the complexity of navigating multi-jurisdiction issues in a rapidly expanding environment. At Odds On, our mission is to help the industry deal with this increased complexity, partnering with Cognistx and leveraging their AI technology will allow Odds On Compliance to use data science to provide more value for our clients and their businesses,” said Eric Frank, Founder & CEO of Odds On Compliance.
Combining the gaming industry expertise of Odds On Compliance with the experience of Cognistx in artificial intelligence will provide a groundbreaking opportunity to increase productivity and reduce costs in the complex world of regulatory compliance. Cognistx Co-founder Sanjay Chopra has over 30 years of technology and AI systems experience and is also an adjunct faculty member at Carnegie Mellon University teaching e-commerce and strategy courses.
“AI advances are having a significant impact across industries, helping businesses secure networks and work faster and more efficiently,” said Cognistx Co-founder and CEO Sanjay Chopra. “We’re excited to partner with Odds On Compliance to enter the gaming industry, delivering the latest advancements in AI technology on a variety of projects with a first-class partner.”
Chopra will act as a strategic advisor to Odds On Compliance, guiding the company on the latest developments in AI technology and its integration into Odds On’s offerings.
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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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