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Super Bowl stadium emerges as popular betting venue

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A GeoComply analysis of geolocation volumes in and around NFL stadiums shows that live events are natural meeting points for American sports fans who want to wager.

Over 66,000 geolocation checks were made from over 7,300 accounts at State Farm Stadium during the Arizona Cardinals home game against the Kansas City Chiefs on September 11.

The stadium, which will host Super Bowl LVII in February, is near the top of GeoComply’s analysis of transaction volumes coming from NFL stadiums. It will likely prove a betting bonanza as Arizona becomes the first regulated sports betting state to host the Super Bowl since PASPA was overturned in 2018.

GeoComply’s Chief Executive Officer Anna Sainsbury commented: “Seeing data from many of these games that shows more than 10 percent of NFL fans in stadiums are engaging with licensed sportsbooks is a clear win for states that choose to regulate sports betting. This wealth of data is so important for lawmakers and sports leagues to determine sports betting policies in their states and at their stadiums.”

Over the first two weeks of the NFL season, home opening games were played in the regulated states of Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Tennessee.

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The Philadelphia Eagles’ Lincoln Financial Field was the busiest stadium during weeks one and two. Remarkably, even with only one other active NFL game to wager on, volumes skyrocketed to 76,400 – more than any stadium in the first two weeks of the season.

Even though Steeler nation didn’t keep pace with Eagles fans, their nearly 40,000 transactions in and around Acrisure Stadium on Sunday amounted to 28 percent of all activity for the city of Pittsburgh during the recorded time period.

Based on the data, bettors at the Ravens v. Jets game were more active at MetLife Stadium in week one than those at the same stadium for the Panthers v. Giants game in week two. Both teams played on a Sunday.

Over 44,300 geolocation checks were recorded in week one by 8,800 fans at the Jets game, but when the Giants returned to the Metlife Stadium this past weekend 38,800 checks were logged by 800 fewer fans (unique accounts).

Methodology: GeoComply captured geolocation data for the Stadium Home Opener Analysis from inside the stadiums and the surrounding parking lots to include tailgating. The data was collected from three hours before the kick-off of each game until four hours after kick-off (a total of seven hours). GeoComply has a unique view of the US online sports betting market as the trusted geolocation supplier for almost 100 percent of the country’s operators. Therefore its statistics provide a reliable overview and insight into the state of the industry.  

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ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario

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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.”

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*Source – H2GC H2 Ontario Data 25.10.2024 (excl. Lottery)

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INTRALOT Announces New Project with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation for Online Lottery Platform

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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.

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IAGR announces Toronto as host city for 2025 conference

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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.’

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