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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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9 Charged in Toronto Illegal Gambling Operation
February 3, 2026

9 Charged in Toronto Illegal Gambling Operation

Nine busted after Toronto police investigation into illegal gambling ring Video gaming machines, cash, drugs seized Investigation began in 2024 York Regional Police have arrested nine individuals after a two-year investigation into illegal gambling operations...

Written by Mark Keast
PointsBet Canada Kicks Off Alberta Registration
February 3, 2026

PointsBet Canada Kicks Off Alberta Registration

PointsBet Canada among the first operators to formalize Alberta intentions Operator went live in Ontario's igaming market in 2022 Alberta's new igaming market expected to launch Spring/Summer 2026 PointsBet Canada announced this morning that it...

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Las Vegas Raiders Closing In on Klint Kubiak As New Coach
February 1, 2026

Las Vegas Raiders Closing In on Klint Kubiak As New Coach

Kubiak is the current offensive coordinator of the Super Bowl Bowl-bound Seattle Kubiak reportedly wants the Raiders head coaching job Raiders finished 3-14, last in the NFL According to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter, the...

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UFC Fighter Fires Back: I Would Never Dishonour the Sport
February 1, 2026

UFC Fighter Fires Back: I Would Never Dishonour the Sport

UFC lightweight denies any wrongdoing after UFC fight cancelled Suspicious betting activity had been flagged on the lightweight fight UFC and FBI investigations are ongoing UFC lightweight fighter Alexander Hernandez has made his first statement...

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AGA Says Americans Will Wager $1.76 Billion on Super Bowl
January 31, 2026

AGA Says Americans Will Wager $1.76 Billion on Super Bowl

AGA predicts record wagering on Super Bowl next weekend Patriot and Seahawks square off in the big game Feb. 8 in California Bettors are pulling for the Seahawk so far The American Gaming Association (AGA)...

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Kambi Group Takes Over As OLG’s Sportsbook Partner
January 31, 2026

Kambi Group Takes Over As OLG’s Sportsbook Partner

Kambi Group completes novation agreement with FDJ Gaming Solutions France Kambi technology now powers OLG's Proline sports betting platform Contract runs through 2032 Kambi Group, the B2B sportsbook technology provider, has officially taken over as operator...

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Las Vegas Raiders Revolutionize In-Stadium Betting
January 30, 2026

Las Vegas Raiders Revolutionize In-Stadium Betting

The Las Vegas Raiders stand out in a GeoComply study of live, in-stadium bettor engagement 105-13% of fans at top NFL venues engaged with betting apps during games Playoff teams saw a measurable spike in...

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Feds Reportedly Looking at Other NBA Games in Gambling Investigation
January 29, 2026

Feds Reportedly Looking at Other NBA Games in Gambling Investigation

FBI crackdown on illegal sports betting scheme involving NBA games   Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, at the center of the investigation, has pleaded not guilty The New York Times report says Feds looking into...

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Ontario iGaming Revenue Hits New High in December
January 29, 2026

Ontario iGaming Revenue Hits New High in December

Non-adjusted gross gaming revenue (NAGGR) hits $425.4 million in December Market share for casino total cash wager inches back up to 87% 48 licensed operators currently in Ontario The onset of the holiday season didn’t...

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Fanatics Pokes Fun at ‘Kendall Curse’ in New Super Bowl Ad
January 28, 2026

Fanatics Pokes Fun at ‘Kendall Curse’ in New Super Bowl Ad

Fanatics Sportsbook releases Kendall Jenner ad for the Super Bowl TV and digital ad is the first production from the recently launched Fanatics Studio Jenner pokes fun at the "Kendall curse" internet conspiracy Fanatics Sportsbook...

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