Games Global’s studio partner, OnAir Entertainment, has expanded its Live Casino footprint by launching exclusive Blackjack and Roulette tables in partnership with LeoVegas Group. This latest rollout, which includes three branded Blackjack tables and two dedicated Roulette titles, will be available to players in Ontario, the UK, Sweden, Denmark, Malta, and the Netherlands. ...

For years, affordability checks have been a controversial topic in gambling regulation, often discussed but rarely implemented. However, the landscape is shifting. In August 2024, the UK Gambling Commission launched a pilot program for affordability checks, initially setting the threshold at £500 per month, with plans to lower it to £150 next month. While the UK government insists on a “light touch” approach, industry concerns remain over privacy ...

The Alberta government has discontinued financial support for a non-profit organization dedicated to gambling addiction awareness, a move that has sparked concerns amid discussions about expanding private online gambling operations in the province. The Problem Gambling Resources Network, an Edmonton-based non-profit, has depended on government funding for decades. However, executive director Ray Reshke revealed that the organization was recently ...

The Canadian gaming industry saw a year of transformative developments in 2024, with Alberta advancing toward a regulated iGaming market, Ontario reinforcing its legal framework, and national debates over gaming advertising taking center stage. These events set a dynamic foundation for 2025. ...

Bally’s Interactive, the digital arm of Bally’s Corporation, has announced the launch of its revamped Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app in Ontario, Canada. This innovation represents a key milestone for the company as it unifies its previous Bally Casino and Bally Bet Sportsbook apps into a single, streamlined platform. Following its recent app update in New Jersey and multiple successful launches across the U.S., including the Bally Bet Spor ...

Evolution Gaming has expanded its portfolio with the release of Infinite Bet Stacker Blackjack, a dynamic new twist on their popular Infinite Blackjack game. This innovative variant introduces the Bet Stacker rules and a Bonus Element, offering players the chance to amplify their winnings and enhance their gaming experience. ...

Caesars Entertainment has expanded its digital presence into Ontario, launching its new Horseshoe Online Casino platform in the province on November 1, 2024. Known for its storied retail legacy, the Horseshoe brand now offers a digital experience tailored for Canadian players, continuing Caesars’ recent push to introduce its iconic casino brands to online audiences across North America. This latest launch marks the fourth market for Horseshoe Onl ...

A recent analysis by TransUnion reveals that suspected digital fraud attempts originating from Canada have seen a sharp rise, with gambling emerging as the most impacted industry. In the first half of 2024 (H1), 5.7% of all attempted digital transactions from Canada involved suspected fraud, marking an 11% year-over-year increase compared to H1 2023. This rise occurred despite the volume of overall transactions increasing by less than 1% over the ...

Inspired Entertainment, a leading provider of gaming technology and content, is set to launch its innovative Hybrid Dealer Roulette game in partnership with Loto-Québec. This will mark the first time the game is made available in Canada, with a scheduled release in the fourth quarter of 2024. The game is part of Inspired’s broader efforts to introduce cutting-edge products to the online casino market, blending traditional and modern elements in a ...

Evolution, a leading B2B provider of live casino solutions, has entered the Atlantic Canadian market through a strategic partnership with Atlantic Lottery (AL). This agreement marks a significant expansion for Evolution, granting the company access to New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, and Nova Scotia. Through this partnership, Evolution’s cutting-edge gaming content, along with titles from partner studios NetEnt, Red Tiger, Big Ti ...