Industry
August 30, 2023
AGCO Bans Athletes and Celebrities from Ontario’s iGaming Ads
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has introduced a game-changing update to the Registrar’s Standards for Internet Gaming, signaling a significant step in shielding minors from the influence of online gambling advertising. The amendment, set to take effect on February 28, 2024, imposes a ban on the use of athletes and influential celebrities […]
Industry
August 22, 2023
Karin Schnarr Takes Up the Mantle of AGCO CEO and Registar
Karin Schnarr brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role. Her impressive academic background and extensive research in strategic management provide her with the skills and knowledge necessary to elevate the regulator’s operation and help it meet emerging challenges. Schnarr’s appointment marks a vital milestone in AGCO’s efforts to ensure player protection […]
Business
August 18, 2023
Bragg Gaming Expands Ontario Content Offerings in Collaboration with bet365
Bragg Gaming Group, a prominent player in the iGaming industry, has announced its latest move to extend its content outreach within Ontario through a strategic partnership with global operator bet365. This development not only reinforces Bragg’s foothold in the North American iGaming landscape but also highlights its commitment to expanding its reach. Bet365 Players in […]
Business
August 17, 2023
BeyondPlay Secures B2B License in Ontario, Forays into NA
BeyondPlay, a fresh business-to-business provider of innovative engagement software to the iGaming industry, has made a foray into the lucrative North American market. As announced, the company has secured a B2B license to offer its products in Ontario’s fresh online gambling market. Ontario launched iGaming back in early 2022 and quickly became a major market […]
Industry
August 17, 2023
Police in Ontario Breaks Cheating Scheme at Casino Resort
Nobody likes a cheater and that applies especially to casinos. While some cases of card counting can result in trouble for patrons, casino employees can be subject to charges for negligence or in some cases cheating. Now a new report suggests that several people are facing charges over their alleged participation in a cheating scheme […]
Industry
August 11, 2023
AGCO Slams Apollo Entertainment with a $100,000 Fine
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced that its registrar has handed a Notice of Monetary Penalty of CAD 100,000 (around $74,300 in USD) to Apollo Entertainment. According to the commission, the operator has breached its responsible gambling responsibilities. The AGCO listed a number of reasons for the measure. The regulator explained that […]
Business
August 3, 2023
AGCO Clears Amelco for Launch in Ontario, Canada
Amelco has welcomed this as a major milestone, as the company will be able to deploy its full end-to-end solution and consolidate its presence in the region. Amelco Secures Prerequisite to Launch in Ontario The supplier brings a host of services and intuitive solutions, to wit iGaming, player account management, and sportsbook suite, which will […]
Industry
July 31, 2023
iGaming Ontario Welcomes Heidi Reinhart as Chair
iGaming Ontario has unveiled a new addition to its leadership. As announced, the organization will welcome the experienced Heidi Reinhart as its new chair. In her new position, Reinhart will replace Dave Forestell, iGaming Ontario’s current chairman. As announced earlier, Forestell will depart from his current position to serve as the new chairman of the […]
Casino
July 26, 2023
BTG’s Max Megaways and Vegas Megaways Enter Ontario Market
Big Time Gaming, the Australian game development studio that supplies the industry with unique titles packed with innovative mechanics, is getting ready to introduce two of its top Megaways games to players in the Canadian province of Ontario. Max Megaways and Vegas Megaways will both make their debut with important operators in the province via […]
Industry
July 24, 2023
AGCO Appoints Dave Forestell as Board of Directors Chair
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has announced that Dave Forestell will become the new Chair of its Board of Directors. Forestell’s appointment comes as no surprise, given his past contributions to the organization and deep understanding of the online gambling sector. His diverse professional background will give AGCO a fresh perspective, helping […]
