Canada

iGaming NEXT New York City ’22 to be held in May

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3 years ago

January 14, 2022

Boutique gaming and investment event iGaming NEXT New York City ’22 has been rescheduled to take place on May 12-13, 2022, at Convene at 177 West 46^th Street, Manhattan, in New York City.

The new dates acknowledge the current impact of the Omicron Covid-19 variant and mean iGaming NEXT New York City will deliver the best possible experience for those in attendance, with a star-spangled line-up of speakers including Evolution Gaming’s Chief Product Officer Todd Haushalter, Catena Media CEO Michael Daly and Triggy CEO Martina Åkerlund.

As well as safeguarding the health and safety of all delegates, speakers and partners, the organisers of iGaming NEXT New York City took the decision to switch dates to ensure everyone attending gets the maximum value from the event.

All tickets purchased for the original show will transfer across for the new May dates. A pre-event experiential trip to Yankee Stadium is currently being lined up, with the MLB season featuring New York Yankees in full swing.

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Rory Credland, Head of Commercial at iGaming NEXT, said: “Over and above all else, our paramount concern is ensuring that our first-ever show in New York City takes place in a safe and comfortable environment.

“iGaming NEXT New York City ’22 is a boutique gathering featuring what we believe are the highest-quality panel discussions in the industry. We want to ensure that our star speakers are able to travel to Manhattan to take part, helping to deliver true value for the assembled audience of igaming and investment industry professionals.”

Trevor Westacott, VP Marketing at Playtech, added: “We have had extensive conversations with the organisers of iGaming NEXT New York City ’22 and believe that staging the event in May is an eminently sensible and correct decision.

“The igaming industry in the US is in full lift-off mode and anything other than a full-scale, full-throttle event wouldn’t do justice to the opportunities for the industry that the country holds. We are very much looking forward to a show that promises to deliver exactly that.”

Canada

ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario

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2 weeks ago

November 8, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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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.”

*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

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2 weeks ago

November 7, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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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.

Canada

IAGR announces Toronto as host city for 2025 conference

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3 weeks ago

October 30, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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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.’

Stay tuned for registration details early next year.