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Mark Keast

Mark is a long-time, seasoned journalist, as a writer and editor, working for several Toronto daily newspapers, then moving over to the digital arena, covering both sports and business. Over the past few years he moved over to the gaming arena, specifically covering the igaming industry in Canada for several platforms, as well as writing on sports betting.

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Great Canadian Entertainment Sells Off Eighth B.C. Casino to First Nation
March 11, 2026

Great Canadian Entertainment Sells Off Eighth B.C. Casino to First Nation

Media reporting says company has been raising money to pay down debt Elements Casino in Surrey sold to economic development arm of Semiahmoo First Nation Great Canadian Entertainment operates casino properties across Canada Great Canadian...

Written by Mark Keast
Digital Gaming Dominates As OLG Releases 2024–25 Annual Report
March 11, 2026

Digital Gaming Dominates As OLG Releases 2024–25 Annual Report

Record revenues for digital gaming division, including iLottery, iCasino and iSports Digital gaming does well amid competitive environment in Ontario OLG launched new Proline+ sportsbook platform with Kambi in January Digital gaming was the dominant...

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Las Vegas Raiders: Ravens Back Out of Maxx Crosby Deal
March 10, 2026

Las Vegas Raiders: Ravens Back Out of Maxx Crosby Deal

ESPN reports that Crosby failed a medical According to media reports, the Cowboys are back in the picture for Crosby At BetMGM, since the trade, 15.1% of money (most) was on the Ravens to win...

Written by Mark Keast
Betty Acquires Ontario Bingo Hall To Expedite Move to iBingo
March 10, 2026

Betty Acquires Ontario Bingo Hall To Expedite Move to iBingo

Betty announces move into iBingo with bingo hall acquisition Bingo hall an important part of Kirkland community since 1998 Bingo hall both a social gathering place and a charitable engine for local organizations Betty Gaming in Ontario is...

Written by Mark Keast
Las Vegas Raiders Active on Day 1 of Free Agency
March 9, 2026

Las Vegas Raiders Active on Day 1 of Free Agency

Raiders sign centre Tyler Linderbaum to a record deal Raiders also bolster defence, using salary cap space Focus now turns to NFL Draft April 23 Today was the day, as of noon EST, where NFL...

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March Madness, Betting Tax, and the Big Beautiful Bill
March 9, 2026

March Madness, Betting Tax, and the Big Beautiful Bill

Betting about to ramp up for March Madness NCAA basketball tournament Estimates have projected handle for tournament at $4 billion Americans looking at new tax implications around betting under the Big Beautiful Bill March Madness is upon...

Written by Mark Keast
ESPN and DraftKings Announce Plans to Provide Account Linking
March 9, 2026

ESPN and DraftKings Announce Plans to Provide Account Linking

Customers will be able to unlock a more personalized experience by linking their accounts Madness Madness collaboration just the start, ESPN spokesperson said Close ties with fantasy play DraftKings and ESPN are taking their partnership...

Written by Mark Keast
Topuria Versus Gaethje Title Fight Highlights UFC White House Card
March 7, 2026

Topuria Versus Gaethje Title Fight Highlights UFC White House Card

Lightweight title fight between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje announced Gaethje won interim lightweight title with memorable win over Paddy Pimblett in UFC 324 in January Special event on the lawn of the White House...

Written by Mark Keast
Max Holloway Betting Favourite to Take Out Charles Oliveira at UFC 326
March 7, 2026

Max Holloway Betting Favourite to Take Out Charles Oliveira at UFC 326

Holloway betting favourite for tonight's UFC 326 fight against Oliveira Oliveira, at +180, has 72% of bets and 59% of handle going his way BetMGM spokesperson said he expects their heaviest liability will be on...

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Reports: Las Vegas Raiders Trade Maxx Crosby to Ravens
March 7, 2026

Reports: Las Vegas Raiders Trade Maxx Crosby to Ravens

Crosby traded to Ravens for two first round draft picks Vegas Raiders now looking at No. 1 and 14 picks in the upcoming NFL draft and the most salary cap space in the league Ravens'...

Written by Mark Keast