The Ontario online poker market continues to dominate two successful U.S. gambling markets: New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Both states saw a decline in revenue in the second quarter. According to data from regulatory agencies in all three jurisdictions, the Canadian province maintains a slight edge in revenue per capita. Ontario online poker revenue increased by …
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In Canada, only one Province has a legalized competitive sports betting market. That would be Ontario whose market has been available since early April 2022. Recently, a live dealer in Ontario named Playgon had been ordered to shut down its Las Vegas studio. The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) found that Playgon’s partner in the …
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In an exclusive partnership between Evolution Gaming and BetMGM, Ontario sportsbooks will now have Lightning Storm as their latest live dealer game show. This could lead to an eventual launch in the United States if Lightning Storm does well in Canada. Evolution Gaming says that Lightning Storm is the most complex offering they have to …
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Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher said in the latest episode of the “Hustle Play” podcast that NBA criticism has only worsened since sports betting was legalized in Ontario last April. Toronto Raptors’ Chris Boucher said NBA fans have been unfairly attacking him on social media over poor performances Boucher, 31, revealed he has received plenty …
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In October, the NHL suspended one player for violating the league’s betting policy. Ottawa Senators forward Shane Pinto was the guilty player and he was banned for 41 games for proxy betting. The exact details surrounding Pinto’s case were not clear until recently. Shane Pinto went on the Empty Netters podcast and explained the details …
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Play’n GO, an industry-leading games developer with a portfolio of over 350 premium titles, is joining the Canadian Gaming Association (CGA) as part of the company’s expansion plans across the North American iGaming market. Play’n GO has regulated casino operators, provided back-end services in more than 25 jurisdictions Additionally, Play’n GO is a B2B leading …
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Fitzdares, the world’s finest bookmaker, has announced its new strategic partnership with Wazdan, a Malta-based developer known for its engaging casino game experiences. This alliance was formed to bring new casino games to international markets, such as Ontario. Fitzdares has been accepting wagers from gamblers since 1882 This partnership will make Wazdan’s top titles available …
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Approximately 75 percent of problem gamblers managed to quit after receiving in-patient treatment at the Centre for Problem Gambling and Digital Dependency at Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare in Windsor, a program established in 1994 when the border city was granted the first casino in Ontario. Problem gamblers abstain from gambling after joining program at the Centre …
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Last month, the Canadian Gaming Summit held a meeting. They met to discuss the importance of regulated sports betting markets in Canada. At the top of their integrity conversations is former Toronto Raptors two-way player, Jontay Porter. The 24-year-old found himself caught red-handed for being involved in an alleged NBA betting scheme. Porter faces criminal …
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In Alberta, commercial sports betting is set to launch down the line. Last week, the province’s lottery product made a significant partnership. On Thursday, the Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis announced that Play Alberta signed a multi-year partnership with the Calgary Stampede. They are one of the world’s largest annual rodeos. The Stampeded were quick …
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