Canada

RED KNOT COMMUNICATIONS EXPANDS NEW JERSEY OFFICE WITH NEW HIRE, TARGETS SIGNIFICANT U.S. GROWTH

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4 years ago

October 7, 2022

Experienced sports PR and communications veteran Randi Brown joins from NBC Sports as Red Knot further expands its North American footprint

Red Knot Communications has announced the hire of seasoned sports media and communications specialist Randi Brown, as the globally renowned agency increases its presence in the United States.

Brown, who joins Red Knot as an Account Executive, offers more than a decade of experience in the sports broadcast media industry, as a vital player in the successful launches of three Top-10 major market sports networks with NBC Sports Group.

The newest member of the New Jersey office—which serves as Red Knot’s U.S. headquarters—worked as a field producer, guest booker, and storyteller, carrying extensive experience covering major sporting events, including the World Series, Super Bowl, and the Stanley Cup Final. Brown, based in the Philadelphia area, most recently found success positioning thought leaders in the podcast space.

“I am thrilled to join the Red Knot team. I look forward to amplifying our clients and their stories in the ever-expanding North American sports landscape through innovation and experience,” said Brown.

Kick-started in 2020 by a team of media, sports and gaming specialists, Red Knot provides public relations support and strategic counsel to exciting and innovative companies at the intersection of sports, igaming and technology.

Spearheaded by Head of U.S. Operations Ashley Dabb, Red Knot’s U.S. office partners with sports teams and federations, and major players in the burgeoning sports betting industry. Clients include Major League Soccer, Spotlight Sports Group, SimWin Sports, Xpoint and Tekkorp Capital LLC.

“Randi’s experience in sports media speaks for itself and perfectly complements the ambition of our flourishing North American presence,” says Dabb.

“The expansion of legal sports betting and the ever-increasing scope of sports media provides a wealth of opportunity for North American expansion, and the ideal environment for our highly talented team to make its mark.

“Red Knot is targeting significant growth in the region. Randi’s hire is another step in our ambition to evolve from a boutique agency to the de facto player in sports and igaming communications.”

In addition to New Jersey, Red Knot also has satellite offices in Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon, with international offices in London, Dubai, Rome, and Buenos Aires.

“We are thrilled to welcome Randi and further strengthen our expertise across North American news, sports and entertainment media,” says Red Knot founder Andy Clerkson. “With offices on four continents, the sun never sets on Red Knot Communications, and we are incredibly well positioned to help our clients and partners achieve their goals.”

Canada

Gaming Corps goes live with OLG iCasino in Ontario

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23 hours ago

June 25, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Gaming Corps has launched its casino game portfolio with Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) in Ontario, bringing a selection of the Swedish studio’s titles to OLG’s digital casino audience.

The rollout includes football-themed games timed to the summer football calendar. Titles going live with OLG include Goals to Glory: Football Fever, Penalty Champion: Goals to Glory, and Goals to Glory: Instant Blitz, part of Gaming Corps’ Instant Blitz series.

OLG is a provincial crown agency that has operated in Ontario since 1975, with responsibilities spanning land-based gaming facilities, province-wide lottery games, internet gaming, bingo, and electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres.

Graham Greensmith, Chief Commercial Officer at Gaming Corps, said: “Launching with OLG gives Gaming Corps outstanding visibility in one of the most exciting regulated markets in North America. The timing could not be better. As global football moves into focus, we are bringing OLG a fantastic line-up that speaks directly to the moment, while also introducing some of our most recognisable titles, mechanics and characters.”

Ian Shelswell, Director, iCasino Product, Partnerships & Development at OLG, added: “OLG is always looking to bring high-quality content to our players, and Gaming Corps’ portfolio adds further variety to our iCasino offering at an exciting time in the sporting calendar. The combination of football-themed releases, instant win content, recognisable slot franchises and engaging game mechanics makes this a strong addition to our casino catalogue. We are pleased to welcome Gaming Corps to OLG and look forward to developing the partnership.”

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Alex Cuoci

Wealthsimple and Kalshi Partner to Bring Prediction Markets to Canada

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4 days ago

June 22, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Wealthsimple announced the release of Wealthsimple Predict, providing retail investors the ability to trade event contracts on Kalshi. The standalone application is scheduled to launch this summer. Through the app, users will have access to approximately 4000 Kalshi event-based contracts in categories Wealthsimple is authorized to offer in the Canadian market, specifically climate, financial markets, and economic indicators.

“Prediction markets are the fastest-growing segment of global financial markets, letting traders turn an opinion into a position on the factors that shape our world – where inflation is headed, what happens to rates, or how the year unfolds. Until now, Canadians have had limited access. Wealthsimple Predict gives Canadians a clean, well-designed way to access these markets, with education and guardrails built in from day one,” said Brett Huneycutt, co-founder and Chief Product Officer, Wealthsimple.

“Kalshi was founded on a simple belief: views on the future should have markets, and those markets should be available to everyone. That’s why we’re partnering with Wealthsimple, Canada’s leading financial innovator – to give everyday investors in Canada access to fair, secure, and regulated prediction markets,” said Alex Cuoci, Kalshi.

In March, the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) authorized Wealthsimple to offer event and forecast contract trading, also known as prediction markets. These contracts are regulated as futures contracts (derivatives). The approval covers contracts with a 30-day settlement period or longer, within the categories of economic indicators, financial markets, and climate. Wealthsimple is the second investment dealer to receive regulatory approval from CIRO for prediction markets.

To access trading through Wealthsimple Predict, new clients must complete a standard Know Your Client (KYC) process. Education is built into every stage of the experience, including a guided orientation of a client’s first trade. The app also shows users key disclosures and definitions, including trading risk reminders, contract resolution information, notices that positions can be sold at any time, and liquidity risk warnings on lower-activity markets. Wealthsimple Predict will only be available to Canadian residents.

Kalshi is authorized to operate in the US as an event contracts exchange, with federal authority from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the regulatory authority for the U.S. derivatives market. Prediction markets follow the same regulatory framework applied to other financial assets traded in the US, such as equities, bonds, and traditional derivatives, with clear rules for price formation, settlement, and governance.

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Alberta

MediaTroopers lines up eight operator partners ahead of Alberta launch

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1 week ago

June 18, 2026

Wladimir P.

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MediaTroopers said it is preparing to launch in Alberta’s regulated gaming market on July 13, as Canada’s next regulated commercial gaming market opens.

The digital marketing and customer acquisition firm said it plans to enter Alberta alongside eight “premium operator” clients, which it said are also preparing for their own market entries. MediaTroopers did not name the operators.

The company said its Alberta offering will mirror its work in Ontario, including localized acquisition strategies, compliance-focused marketing, regional player education, and market-tailored performance campaigns.

MediaTroopers also said it has seen “strong interest” from Alberta players through pre-registration activity, without providing figures.

“Alberta represents an exciting next step for regulated iGaming in Canada, and Media Troopers is ready to support operators from day one,” said Shmulik Segal, CEO of Media Troopers. “Our experience in Ontario has given us a strong understanding of what it takes to enter a new Canadian market successfully, from compliance and localization to scalable player acquisition. With eight of our premium clients already preparing for launch and early pre-registration traction underway, we see Alberta as a market with tremendous potential.”

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