Canada
ODDS ON COMPLIANCE RECEIVES STRATEGIC INVESTMENT FROM GROUP LED BY SEVENTYSIX CAPITAL

This Round of Funding Marks the Next Step in the Sports Betting Technology Company’s Evolution to Leverage Technology and Industry Expertise to Deliver the Compliance of Tomorrow
Odds On Compliance, the industry-leading technology and consultancy firm specializing in sports betting, iGaming, and gambling regulatory compliance in the U.S. and abroad, announced today that it has received strategic investments from a group led by SeventySix Capital. Tekkorp Capital also participated in the round, providing a new infusion of funding that will propel Odds On Compliance forward in the expansion of its business unit focused on data and technology.
“This is another big step in the evolution of Odds On Compliance as a gaming compliance-focused technology company. These are intentional investments that bring the best of sports, technology, and data into our ecosystem. We are proud to partner with this diverse investment group as we continue to grow,” said Eric Frank, Founder & CEO of Odds On Compliance.
SeventySix Capital is a leading sports-focused venture capital firm that invests in game-changing sports betting, esports, and sports technology companies. The investment in Odds On Compliance adds to SeventySix Capital’s growing portfolio of innovative companies that are transforming the sports industry.
“We are proud to lead this investment in Odds On Compliance,” said Wayne Kimmel, Managing Partner at SeventySix Capital. “The team, led by Eric Frank, exemplifies the types of entrepreneurs that SeventySix Capital invests in who are shaping the sports betting industry. Their experience, relationships, and knowledge of the gaming and compliance industry gives us complete confidence in their ability to build a market-leading company.”
Tekkorp Capital, which also invested in the round, will act as a strategic advisor to Odds On Compliance. “Tekkorp Capital funds those rare companies that truly innovate in the digital domain and Odds On Compliance, to my eye, is the absolute embodiment of such an enterprise,” commented Matt Davey, CEO of Tekkorp Capital. Tekkorp Capital funds private and public companies that innovate in the global digital gaming environment. Tekkorp Capital’s Robin Chhabra, who will act as a strategic advisor to Odds On Compliance, added, “Odds On Compliance has an exciting future ahead, and their application of tech, and AI in particular, to the compliance and regulation industry, is going to be game changing.”
Since its launch in March 2021, Odds On Compliance has expanded its staff and now offers its clients over 100 years of combined industry experience. The Odds On Compliance team has the depth of knowledge and expertise required to navigate the complex and ever-evolving iGaming and sports betting landscape, led by CEO and Founder Eric Frank, former global compliance chief for one of the world’s largest i-gaming companies, and Vice President of Technical Compliance and Audit Eric Weiss, the thirty-year veteran and previous Chief of Staff of the New Jersey Department of Gaming Enforcement.
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Canada
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa Opens with Legendary Guitar Smash and Star-Studded Celebration

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa officially opened its doors with a signature guitar smash, marking the arrival of Canada’s first fully integrated Hard Rock resort, a bold new destination where entertainment, hospitality, and music take center stage.
The $350 million resort brings the brand’s unmistakable energy to Canada’s capital, offering locals and visitors an immersive Hard Rock experience blending iconic music history with world-class entertainment, hospitality, dining, and gaming.
In true Hard Rock fashion, the opening festivities kicked off with the Canadian Tenors’ electrifying rendition of O Canada followed by the brand’s signature Guitar Smash, a modern take on the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony. Executives, dignitaries, and community leaders took the stage to ceremoniously smash guitars, signaling the official opening of the state-of-the-art entertainment destination.
A special moment included the presentation of a $100,000 donation to Ottawa Food Bank, reinforcing Hard Rock’s commitment to giving back to the communities it serves.
“Bringing Hard Rock to Canada’s capital is an iconic milestone for our brand. We’re proud to expand our global footprint and create a destination where locals and visitors can experience world-class gaming, hospitality, and entertainment all in one place,” said Jim Allen, Chief Executive Officer of Hard Rock International.
“Our government is thrilled that Hard Rock chose Ontario for its first fully integrated hotel and casino venue in Canada. This new entertainment and hospitality destination will draw visitors from near and far to Ottawa, create and sustain hundreds of local jobs, and provide millions of dollars for local infrastructure and community programs,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming.
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AGCO
MIXI Receives AGCO Approval for PointsBet Acquisition

PointsBet Holdings Limited announced that MIXI has received written confirmation that AGCO has no concerns with the proposed acquisition by MIXI of the shares in PointsBet Holdings Limited.
PointsBet has also received written confirmation from iGaming Ontario (iGO) in relation to MIXI’s proposed acquisition of shares in PointsBet.
Accordingly, the condition precedent to MIXI’s proposed PointsBet-Board recommended Takeover Bid relating to Ontario approvals in paragraph 4.5 of Schedule 1 of the Bid Implementation Deed dated 16 June 2025 (BID) has been satisfied.
MIXI’s proposed Takeover Bid remains subject to the satisfaction of certain other limited conditions as previously announced, including a 50.1% minimum acceptance of the proposed MIXI Offer (as defined in the BID).
The Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission provided its approval on 24 March 2025 for MIXI to acquire PointsBet. PointsBet confirmed that MIXI’s proposed Takeover Bid is no longer subject to any gaming regulatory approvals.
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AGCO
AGCO Fines Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto $350,000 for Serious Regulatory Violations Linked to Impromptu After-Party on Gaming Floor

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued monetary penalties totaling $350,000 against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto for multiple violations of provincial gaming standards. The penalties follow an impromptu after-party that was permitted to take place in the pre-dawn hours directly on the casino’s gaming floor.
On September 27, 2024, an electronic dance music event attended by thousands of people was hosted in the theatre adjacent to the casino at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. The event was marked by widespread intoxication, disorderly behavior, and numerous criminal and medical incidents – both inside and outside the venue – including alleged assaults, drug overdoses, and acts of public indecency. Although paid duty officers were present, additional police and emergency services were required to manage the situation.
In the midst of this high-risk environment, casino management approved an unscheduled request by the performing artist to host an after-party on the active gaming floor. The artist and more than 400 guests were permitted onto the gaming floor where the artist was allowed to perform amidst operational table games and gaming machines – without any prior risk assessment or planning.
As a result, security personnel were unable to effectively control the casino floor, including witness reports that an attendee was seen climbing onto slot machines. Failure to maintain appropriate control compromises the security, safety, and integrity of the casino floor. Following the conclusion of the event, the operator failed to promptly report these incidents to the AGCO as required.
Based on the findings of its review, the AGCO’s Registrar has issued an Order of Monetary Penalty (OMP) totaling $350,000 against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. These penalties address critical failures in their operations, incident reporting, employee training, and the management of disturbances.
A gaming operator served with an OMP has 15 days to appeal the Registrar’s decision to the Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT), an adjudicative tribunal that is part of Tribunals Ontario and independent of the AGCO.
“Casino operators have a fundamental duty to control their gaming environment. Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto’s lapses in this incident compromised the safety of patrons and the security and integrity of the gaming floor,” Dr. Karin Schnarr, Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of AGCO, said.
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