Canada
OnAir Entertainment to double global live casino footprint with 2023 US launch
OnAir Entertainment The rapidly growing live casino supplier, that has launched in nine markets in just 10 months, has a strategy in place to launch in five regulated live casino US states with more to come pending legislation.
Since inception in 2021 OnAir Entertainment’s The OnAir Entertainmentᵀᴹ team has extensively researched the US and is preparing to enter several regulated states with a suite of localised and tailored content on a nationwide, state-by-state and bespoke operator basis. OnAir Entertainmentᵀᴹ will offer a portfolio of high-quality and high-performance classic casino content games. Its ambitions are to offer games like Double zero roulette and traditional poker games, as well as innovative sports-themed content such as Card Matchup, a new, scalable, sports-themed, live table game focused on customer cross-sell. It also anticipates seeing games such as Dual Play, designed specifically for operators to cross-sell land-based services into online revenue streams.
The premium live casino content supplier has successfully launched an extensive range of high-performance products across a diverse range of global iGaming territories since launching last year, including most recently in Ontario, Canada where it has rapidly onboarded and integrated numerous brands and is already delivering exceptional results.
OnAir Entertainmentᵀᴹ US will be led by some of the industry’s most experienced live casino experts including Andres Rengifo, CEO, Simon Field, Chief Commercial Officer and Oliver Reid, Managing Director for the North Americas.
The senior team have significant experience building and managing studios and teams for suppliers such as Evolution in the US, Authentic Gaming and Net Entertainment.
Simon Field, Chief Commercial Officer, OnAir Entertainment “OnAir Entertainmentᵀᴹ never stops innovating and we have a roadmap of classic, US market specific, state-of-the-art content that no other supplier in the industry can match.
“Our exceptional performance in Ontario proves that we are top of the league when it comes to live products for forward-thinking operators, and we expect our games to perform just as well in the US.”
Oliver Reid, Managing Director, Americas, OnAir Entertainment “The US market is moving at a rapid pace so by partnering with OnAir Entertainmentᵀᴹ and integrating our proven products and technologies, we firmly believe US brands will be in the best hands possible.”
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Canada
ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario
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
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
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.
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