With more US states opening up to a regulated gambling framework, and Ontario recently joining the fold, Issue 21 of SBC Leaders Magazine sets out to shine a spotlight on the developments taking place across North America. Kickstarting this edition of the magazine, Jan Jones Blackhurst takes us on the journey of her career – beginning with the dare that …
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Fitzdares renews ‘rock-solid’ FSB partnership
FSB will continue to supply its platform technology, casino aggregation and managed-trading-services (MTS) to Fitzdares who has agreed an extension to its existing lead supplier agreement. Through the renewed partnership, FSB will power Fitzdares’ global expansion – including the bookmaker’s upcoming launch in Ontario later this year. Glenn Elliott, Chief Operating Officer at FSB, said: “We’re delighted to continue to …
Read More »Planet Sport to provide full Canadian localisation services
Planet Sport has expanded its media services to provide comprehensive localised content solutions for Canada’s rapidly evolving igaming and sports betting marketplace. The Leeds-based media studio, whose publishing network includes TeamTalk, Planet Rugby and Football365, will deliver a full localised translation service for all Canadian igaming stakeholders, covering all market disciplines. “Planet Sport’s localisation and translation services cover all operator, …
Read More »JD McNamara: Better Collective is planting its flag in the Canadian market
Ontario is quickly becoming a powerhouse in and of itself as betting companies look to make their mark on the Canadian market. JD McNamara (pictured), Country Director at Better Collective, takes this month’s spotlight piece to dissect the growing opportunities in Canada and the need for a more personalised approach to this newly regulated market. SBC: Over the past three-years …
Read More »SBC Leaders latest issue goes live with new dedicated Canada section
The latest issue of SBC Leaders Magazine, number 20, is published this week with a brand new addition to the editorial format. In keeping with the magazine’s remit to pursue news and developments in new markets, it now includes a dedicated Canada section. Kicking off proceedings is an interview with Shelley White who shares her journey into the betting industry …
Read More »Ontario Commission clarifies strict advertising rules on player bonuses & inducements
The province of Ontario’s Alcohol and Gaming Commission (OAGC) has updated its guidance for marketing standards related to its online gambling regime that launched on 4 April. The Commission seeks to clarify rules and standards related to the marketing of ‘inducements, bonuses and credits’ by third parties such as affiliates and media partners that promote Ontario licensed operators. Ontario laws …
Read More »Better Collective acquires Canada Sports Betting to tighten North American grip
Better Collective AB has acquired Canada Sports Betting (CSB), completing a strategic transaction that will guarantee its publishing network presence within the province of Ontario’s online gambling marketplace that is set to launch on 4 April Updating investors, Better Collective revealed that it had acquired all CSB related assets for a maximum purchase price of €21.4 million – of which …
Read More »Kambi guarantees Day-1 presence for Ontario partners
Kambi Group Plc has communicated to its North American sportsbook partners that it has secured its ‘day-1 presence’ for the launch of Ontario’s online gambling regime on 4 April The Stockholm-listed sportsbook technology supplier has obtained its trusted supplier accreditation by provincial regulator the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). The approval will allow Kambi to supply its sportsbook …
Read More »888 expands North American vision securing Ontario greenlight
888 Holdings has significantly bolstered its North American growth prospects, confirming this morning that it is amongst the first foreign operators to secure an Ontario province licence. Updating investors, the FTSE250 online gambling group confirmed that its B2C online gambling platform had been awarded an igaming licence by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). Ontario’s online gambling market …
Read More »Kambi clears Q4 peak comparatives to deliver 93% FY profit growth
Kambi Group Plc has praised its diverse market make-up for helping the sportsbook systems provider maintain year-on-year growth, irrespective of pandemic circumstances impacting its commercial pipeline. Publishing its Q4 trading update, Kambi registered corporate revenues of €35 million, down 26% on corresponding 2020 results of €47 million. Q4 trading was matched against record-breaking 2020 comparatives for sportsbook clients. Performance was …
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