Over the last couple of years, New York has emerged as the leader in sports betting across the United States. This was once again confirmed by a recent report by the American Gaming Association, which reveals that in 2023, the Empire State generated US$1.7 billion in sports wagering proceeds, leaving […]
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Great Canadian Entertainment Reveals New CFO
This week, one of Canada’s premier casino operators, Great Canadian Entertainment, announced an important appointment. The company revealed that it has hired Pauline Alimchandani as Chief Financial Officer, who will take over the role effective from March 31, 2024. At that time, the current CFO Darren Gwozd will step down […]
Air Dice Group Joins Ontario as a Licensed iGaming Supplier
Air Dice Group, a prominent name in the world of online gambling, has recently revealed that it has secured a license to operate in Ontario’s open and competitive iGaming market. The game developer has been approved for a B2B license by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, allowing it […]
Problem Gambling Concerns Grow Stronger in New York
Since the introduction of legal mobile sports betting, New York has seen a rise in problem gambling concerns and lawmakers are taking measures to mitigate the issue. For instance, U.S. Rep. Paul Tonko introduced a bill titled Betting on Our Future Act in Congress to ban predatory online sports wagering […]
Oneida Nation Invests Big in Point Place Casino
Most recently, Oneida Indian Nation announced a major expansion plan for its Point Place Casino. As part of the US$50-million project, the tribe will double the gaming floor space, launch a new hotel, as well as offer new dining amenities and open an updated lounge. The plan arrives amidst growing […]
Queens Casino Staff Disapprove iGaming Expansion in New York
Recently hundreds of workers from Resorts World New York City in Queens have expressed their discontent with the efforts to legalize online gambling in the Empire State. The staff members are unhappy with Sen. Joe Addabbo who has been pushing for the expansion since 2019, as they are concerned that […]
Quebec Still Reluctant to Introduce Private iGaming Sector
Ontario became a leader in online gambling after opening up its market to private operators. However, despite heavy efforts from third-party brands and the Quebec Online Gaming Coalition. Quebec is unwilling to follow its steps. The local government is alarmed that much like in Ontario, such an iGaming model would […]
Alberta Still Exploring an Online Gambling Market
A while back, Alberta shared plans to launch an online gambling market similar to the one in Ontario and there were no updates on it for a while. But at the recent ICE conference in London, Dale Nally, Minister of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction provided an update on […]
Bear Hills Casino Kicks Off Operations This Spring
After breaking ground in October 2022, Bear Hills Casino & Travel Resort is nearing its official opening. The gambling establishment located close to the QEII between Wetaskiwin and Ponoka in Alberta, will kick off operations in the spring of 2024. The new location will start with 80 full and part-time […]
PrizePicks Suspends Fantasy Pick’ Em Contests in New York
PrizePicks will be suspending its operations in New York State. Just recently, the popular fantasy sports contest platform agreed to a settlement with the New York State Gaming Commission and pay almost US$15 million in penalty, due to operating in the state without authorization. Data from the regulator shows that […]