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Mark Keast
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Ontario’s Betting Landscape Shifts Tomorrow as FanDuel and PokerStars Debut Long-Awaited Unified Experience
The PokerStars Ontario app is officially non-operational as of May 7, 2026. Access to PokerStars games is now restricted solely to the FanDuel platform for all Ontario users. No date has been set for a...
Alberta’s iGaming Explosion: 28 Operators Prep for July 13 Launch
AGLC confirms "high volume" of enquiries relating to new regulated iGaming market Alberta's new open igaming market set to go live July 13 DraftKings, FanDuel, Caesars and BetMGM among big names targeting early market share Alberta’s...
Betty Casino Targets UK Expansion Amid Massive Gaming Tax Hike
Group CEO announces plans as part of Q1 2026 investor update Company introduced decentralized franchise business model in 2025 Betty launched in regulated Ontario igaming market in February 2023 Toronto-based iGaming operator Betty Gaming CA Ltd. has secured...
Lucky Ontario iCasino Player Hits Historic CAD $1.86 million Progressive Jackpot
A theScore Casino player won an all-time high $1.86 million on a $1.10 spin last Thursday. The DropZone progressive jackpot, which accumulates from opted-in player bets, automatically resets following a win. PENN Entertainment’s casino offering...
Nevada Gaming Revenue Jumps 12% in March As Downtown Reports Growth
11.78% year-over-year increase in Nevada net gaming revenue in March Las Vegas Strip casinos generate a 14.43% increase in gaming win compared to March 2025 State sees 17.24% year-over-year increase in taxes collected after four...
Billionaire Launches Bid to Relocate MLS Whitecaps to Las Vegas
Billionaire makes formal bid with MLS on behalf of investor group to buy the team and move it to Las Vegas Whitecaps, for sale since 2024, have cited economic obstacles running the team in Vancouver ...
Formula 1 Announces FanDuel as New Official Betting Operator
Formula 1 names FanDuel as its new Official Sports Betting Partner. Miami Grand Prix: The highly anticipated Miami race is scheduled for this Sunday at 4:00 p.m. ET. Fans will see FanDuel betting odds and...
Ontario’s iGaming Market Sets All-Time Revenue and Wagering Records
Non-adjusted gross gaming revenue (NAGGR) climbed to CA$387 million, representing a 13% month-over-month increase. Online casino play continued to lead the market, accounting for 87% of all wagering activity at CA$8.32 billion. Ontario’s regulated igaming...
Evoke Reports 149% Surge in Losses to £549M and Confirms Store Closures
Group revenue increased by 2%, while adjusted EBITDA grew by 14%. Confirmed the closure of 230 William Hill retail locations to optimize the footprint. Management is shifting focus to digital growth and cost efficiencies to...
Hard Rock Bet Scores Big With New MLB Players Partnership
Hard Rock Bet signed a long-term agreement with MLB Players, Inc. and OneTeam Partners to use official player name, image, and likeness (NIL) features. The sportsbook is integrating player headshots and imagery directly into its...
