Tag Archives: canada

Fitzdares renews ‘rock-solid’ FSB partnership

SBC News 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 …

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Planet Sport to provide full Canadian localisation services

SBC News 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, …

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JD McNamara: Better Collective is planting its flag in the Canadian market

SBC News 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 …

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SBC Leaders latest issue goes live with new dedicated Canada section

SBC News 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 …

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Ontario Commission clarifies strict advertising rules on player bonuses & inducements  

SBC News 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 …

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Better Collective acquires Canada Sports Betting to tighten North American grip

Better Collective CEO Jesper Søgaard

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 …

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Kambi guarantees Day-1 presence for Ontario partners 

SBC News 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 …

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888 expands North American vision securing Ontario greenlight 

SBC News 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 …

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Kambi clears Q4 peak comparatives to deliver 93% FY profit growth 

SBC News 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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