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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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Is Mid July the Target for Alberta’s Market Launch?
March 26, 2026

Is Mid July the Target for Alberta’s Market Launch?

Alberta sets July 13 deadline for grey market operators to join the regulated market Speculation zeroes in on July as potential "go live" date New Blask research shows the dominance of grey market operators in...

Written by Mark Keast
Notable Decrease in MLB Win Totals for Toronto Blue Jays
March 25, 2026

Notable Decrease in MLB Win Totals for Toronto Blue Jays

Blue Jays Win Totals drops to 88.5 at BetMGM Injuries to starting pitching staff primary factor for that as season starts Friday Baltimore Orioles notably improve in American League East rankings Are bettors turning cold on...

Written by Mark Keast
“Massive Handle” In March Madness Sports Betting So Far
March 24, 2026

“Massive Handle” In March Madness Sports Betting So Far

First weekend of betting brought lots of handle on the men's side Sweet 16 play starts Thursday Star players and top programs are driving significant engagement on the women's side March Madness has always been...

Written by Mark Keast
PointsBet Gears Up To Crush Alberta’s Online Casino Scene
March 24, 2026

PointsBet Gears Up To Crush Alberta’s Online Casino Scene

PointsBet Canada set up Alberta pre-registration in January Interview with Brooke Hilton, PointsBet Canada Head of Casino, about plans for an Alberta launch Online casino currently at 86% market share in Ontario One message that came...

Written by Mark Keast
Caesars the Latest To Jump Into New Alberta iGaming Market
March 24, 2026

Caesars the Latest To Jump Into New Alberta iGaming Market

Caesars opens pre-registration in Alberta as opening of regulated online market approaches Those 21 and older in Alberta can now sign up for Caesars Palace Online Casino, Caesars Sportsbook & Casino and Horseshoe Online Casino Alberta market set...

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NFL Gambling Deal Architect Weighs in on MLB-Polymarket Partnership
March 22, 2026

NFL Gambling Deal Architect Weighs in on MLB-Polymarket Partnership

MLB-Polymarket announce new partnership MLB latest pro sports league to enter the prediction market space Interview with former NFL lawyer who negotiated and drafted gambling contracts for the league Major League Baseball’s decision to enter...

Written by Mark Keast
NCAA Sues DraftKings, Alleging March Madness Trademark Infringement
March 22, 2026

NCAA Sues DraftKings, Alleging March Madness Trademark Infringement

NCAA has worked to disassociate itself from sports betting DraftKings said in a statement that it doesn't use March Madness as a trademark Second round games underway in both men's and women's March Madness play Off-court March Madness...

Written by Mark Keast
Guardians Move Clase and Ortiz to Unpaid Non-Disciplinary Leave
March 21, 2026

Guardians Move Clase and Ortiz to Unpaid Non-Disciplinary Leave

Cleveland Guardians move pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz to unpaid non-disciplinary leave Both pitchers are scheduled to go on trial in May for their alleged involvement in an illegal gambling scheme Guardians open up season this Thursday against...

Written by Mark Keast
Three Reasons To Be Very Nervous About the Las Vegas Golden Knights
March 20, 2026

Three Reasons To Be Very Nervous About the Las Vegas Golden Knights

Vegas Golden Knights slipping in the Conference standings, 3-7-0 in the past 10 games Team hits the road, in Nashville Saturday against the Predators 3 reasons why it's time to worry about the Golden Knights...

Written by Mark Keast
Big Changes Coming for SBC Canadian Gaming Industry Event
March 20, 2026

Big Changes Coming for SBC Canadian Gaming Industry Event

SBC moves dates for the annual Canadian gaming industry conference and exhibition to May 3,000 people expected for this year's event in downtown Toronto Alberta market launch will be a big focus at the show Those of us...

Written by Mark Keast