Business
November 9, 2023
Rhino Entertainment Improves Geolocation Verification in Ontario
mkodo limited, the renowned business-to-business supplier of mobile and front-end technology catering to the growing online gaming and betting sector, announced a new geolocation technology deal. On Thursday, the company confirmed it joined forces with the fast-growing iGaming operator, Rhino Entertainment, agreeing to power its operations in Ontario, Canada. Under the terms of the new […]
Business
November 6, 2023
Jennifer Barber to Step Down from NorthStar Gaming CFO Role
The owner and operator of NorthStarbets.ca, an online casino and sportsbook gaming platform in Ontario, NorthStar Gaming, unveiled future changes to its senior-level team. The company has announced that its current chief financial officer (CFO), Jennifer Barber, intends to step down from her role. The C-suite change is effective a month from now, starting from […]
Industry
November 3, 2023
Expert Calls PEI Problem Gambling Website Missed Opportunity
Efforts toward responsible gambling over the last few years across North America have expanded. Amid the growing popularity of online gambling and sports betting, a need is observed in education on the risks of gambling and the promotion of responsible gambling tools such as deposit limits or spending limits, among other methods that seek to […]
Casino
October 30, 2023
PointsBet Canada Welcomes Brooke Hilton as Head of Casino
In a strategic move aimed at enhancing its casino offerings and driving profitability by fiscal year 2025, PointsBet Canada has appointed Brooke Hilton as its new Head of Casino. Hilton, a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in the North American regulated iGaming industry, brings a wealth of expertise to her new role. […]
Sports
October 27, 2023
Ottawa Senators’ Shane Pinto Suspended for 41 Games in NHL Gambling Ban
The National Hockey League (NHL) has suspended Ottawa Senators forward Shane Pinto for 41 games due to his involvement in sports wagering activities. Pinto Apologizes as NHL Hands Down Half-Season Suspension The NHL’s disciplinary action was taken after an extensive investigation into Pinto’s activities related to sports wagering. While there was no evidence that Pinto […]
Business
October 25, 2023
Playtech Supplies Live Casino Content to FanDuel Canada
Playtech, a leading gambling software development company, has unveiled a new partnership agreement with the North American gaming powerhouse FanDuel. The new Canada-facing deal will see the former company roll out live casino content on FanDuel’s Canadian platform, reinforcing its local product offering. FanDuel will thus be able to channel more players toward its platform […]
Casino
October 23, 2023
Canadian Casinos Draw in Foreign Visitors as Michigan Poker Rooms Shut Down amidst Strikes
A strike by 3,700 casino workers in Detroit has led to the closure of poker rooms at two high-profile casino properties, MotorCity Casino and MGM Grand Detroit. The strike comprises employees from five different unions and has inadvertently bolstered Canadian gambling tourism, as the nearest fully operational venue is just a short border crossing away. […]
Industry
October 17, 2023
Greentube Supplies Content to Betway in Ontario
NOVOMATIC’s iGaming division, Greentube, has made further strides into North America, launching its games with Betway in Ontario. The deal expands the long-term partnership between the two companies while reinforcing the provider’s presence in the Canadian province. Under the new agreement, Betway’s customers in Ontario will be able to enjoy some of the supplier’s best […]
Business
October 17, 2023
Canada’s Gateway Casinos Contemplates $2B Sale Amidst Industry Shifts
Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Ltd., one of Canada’s leading gambling enterprises, is currently weighing its strategic options, considering a potential sale or other avenues, sources familiar with the matter disclosed. The company, which boasts 31 gaming properties scattered across British Columbia, Ontario, and Alberta, is actively seeking a valuation of around $2 billion, including a […]
Industry
October 11, 2023
The Q2 Results of Ontario’s iGaming Industry Remain Stable
Ontario’s iGaming market remains stable as demonstrated by the market’s unaudited second quarter results. Data from iGaming Ontario shows that players in the Canadian province have wagered a total of $14.2 billion (around USD 10.4 billion) during the period, not counting any promotional wagers and bonuses. For reference, this number represents a slight growth from […]
