Canada
NOVOMATIC Americas promotes Kathleen McLaughlin to Vice President of Corporate North American Sales and Marketing

NOVOMATIC Americas announced that Kathleen McLaughlin has been named Vice President of Corporate North American Sales and Marketing. The appointment highlights NOVOMATIC’S commitment to customer alignment, including greater support in collaborating with corporate customers to implement high-return gaming solutions on their casino floors. A member of NOVOMATIC’s Global Marketing Forum, McLaughlin has served in various roles including Vice President of North American Marketing and Vice President of North American Product Management since December 2017 and continues to report to President and Chief Executive Officer Rick Meitzler.
As Vice President of Corporate North American Sales and Marketing, Kathleen McLaughlin will oversee the company’s efforts to enhance corporate sales and focus resources on the development of corporate customer relationships, further strengthening customer sales and service initiatives throughout North America. She is responsible for NOVOMATIC Americas’ National Account customers, including multi-site casino operators and other key customers with mid-to-large commercial operations. Among other initiatives, the corporate sales effort is focused on establishing multi-year partnerships and collaborative development opportunities with customers. McLaughlin’s new responsibilities reflect recently implemented initiatives aimed at refining NOVOMATIC Americas’ product plans to use its content and product development strengths.
As Vice President, North American Marketing since December 2017 and earlier as a consultant in Marketing for NOVOMATIC (beginning January 2015), McLaughlin has held the primary responsibility of Vice President of Marketing and Product Management, North America, during which time she worked closely with internal and external customers to further their understanding of the company’s key product and technology initiatives. She joined NOVOMATIC officially in 2017, and before joining the company held various key license positions in marketing and operations for several world-class casino operators and vendors.
Rick Meitzler, President and Chief Executive Officer of NOVOMATIC Americas, commented, “For over five years working with NOVOMATIC Americas, Kathleen has consistently demonstrated creative leadership and success in delivering and growing our North American customer base while supporting the company’s execution against strategic growth initiatives. Her ability to lead North American corporate sales and build upon the strong relationships the sales team enjoys with our customers will be vital. Kathleen will play a significant role in achievement of our financial and strategic goals, including our prioritization of resources on near-term revenue opportunities.”
Kathleen McLaughlin, said, “Our customers’ current product needs and plans, and our ability to respond accordingly are critical to NOVOMATIC America’s growth and ultimate success. I’m pleased to work with such an accomplished sales organization and to be given the opportunity to build on the solid foundation that they have worked hard to establish. We are more engaged with our customers than ever. We have spent the last five years listening and strategically expanding our product lines, and we are now prepared to execute on business opportunities in both the near and long-term.”
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Betty
Thunderkick commits to growth in Ontario with Betty partnership

Independent slots studio Thunderkick has agreed a deal with Ontario-based operator Betty to supply the rapidly growing online casino with a diverse collection of globally popular titles.
Betty, an official partner of sporting franchises Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors, has risen to prominence since its 2022 establishment, when it was built following the consultation of 300 casino players to create the optimal iGaming environment.
Distinguishing itself from North American competitors by catering specifically to slot enthusiasts rather than sports bettors, the operator has curated a portfolio of 2,800 games, hand-picked to deliver customers maximum entertainment value.
Thunderkick’s content is the latest to be integrated into Betty’s online casino, and the agreement will see a selection of its most popular titles, including The Wildos 2, Midas Golden Touch 3, and Esqueleto Explosivo 3, made available to a greater number of Ontarian players.
Thunderkick marked its debut in the Canadian province in Q2 of 2024, and has since partnered with a network of leading operators to improve its market position. The collaboration with Betty will further amplify its visibility in a key jurisdiction as the provider looks to reinforce its reputation as a global slot developer.
Svante Sahlström, CCO at Thunderkick, said: “It’s our mission at Thunderkick to go deeper, not wider, in 2025. That means forging meaningful, lasting relationships in target markets as opposed to securing as many commercial deals as possible.
“Since entering Ontario over 12 months ago, we have worked tirelessly to enhance our presence in the province, and working with leading brands such as Betty allows us to bring our unique games to a deeper pool of Canadian players.”
Paraskeva Smirnova, Casino Operations Manager at Betty, added: “Betty’s USP has always been our drive to build a slot portfolio with the very best titles from the industry’s most creative suppliers.
“Thunderkick’s passion for slot development is there for all to see, and the introduction of its games to our casino further elevates the consumer experience.”
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BCLC
Save the Date: BCLC’s New Horizons in Safer Gambling Conference Returns November 2026

BCLC is pleased to announce the return of the New Horizons in Safer Gambling Conference, taking place November 2–4, 2026, at the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver.
This global event brings leading voices in research, policy and industry together to explore innovative approaches to safer gambling. Attendees can expect two days of forward-thinking dialogue, evidence-based insights and collaborative solutions to help shape the future of player health.
Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available
New to the 2026 conference, BCLC is excited to offer sponsorship opportunities to organizations that share BCLC’s passion for safer gambling. Benefits of sponsoring New Horizons 2026 include industry visibility, leadership recognition and meaningful engagement with a global audience. To learn more about sponsorship, please e-mail [email protected].
Registration and program details will be released later this fall.
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Canada
absolutebet Secures AGCO Registration as an Internet Gaming Operator in Ontario

Internet Gaming Operator by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).
This significant milestone authorizes absolutebet to offer regulated iGaming services in Ontario’s legal market under the oversight of AGCO and iGaming Ontario (iGO).
The registration marks a key step in absolutebet’s mission to bring a trusted, responsible, and innovative online casino experience to Ontario players. absolutebet is committed to operating with integrity and transparency, meeting all provincial standards for player protection, responsible gambling, anti-money laundering, and game integrity.
“Securing AGCO registration is more than a milestone—it’s the start of absolutebet’s journey in one of the most exciting regulated markets in the world,” said Chen Truman, Founder of absolutebet. “We are building a brand that will grow with the Ontario community and set the stage for future expansion.”
On the regulatory milestone, Krisztina Kalla, Legal & Regulatory Compliance Advisor of absolutebet, commented: “I’m incredibly proud to see all the hard work behind this license pay off. Securing AGCO registration has taken months of preparation and close collaboration with regulators and partners. I am very happy to see the result of that work, and even more excited as we move into the launch phase and open up the absolutebet community to Ontario players in a fun and responsible way.”
Ontario is recognized as one of the most competitive and fast-growing regulated iGaming markets in North America. With AGCO registration secured, absolutebet will move forward with the final stages of its iGO onboarding process in preparation for launch.
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