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Reporter: 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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395 stories by Mark Keast

AGLC Muscles Up Play Alberta Platform with Competition on the Horizon

Play Alberta is currently the only platform where Albertans can bet legally online Platform generated CAD$235 million in net sales in 2023-24, up $42 million from previous year Alberta government tabled new igaming legislation Tuesday which will open the door to private...

Mark Keast March 28, 2025

BetVictor Launches Tracy McGrady Safer Gambling Campaign

NBA Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady serves as BetVictor's Safer Gambling Ambassador March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month across Canada BetVictor executive weighs in on Alberta expansion plans BetVictor Canada has launched a safer gambling campaign through the streets of Toronto, featuring the company’s brand ambassador,...

Mark Keast March 27, 2025

Is the Canadian Travel Boycott Impacting U.S. Casinos?

More Canadians boycotting travel to U.S. over tariff dispute Las Vegas airport reports decrease in Canadian travellers in February LVCVA reports little impact on Canadian travel to Vegas so far Lots of talk about Canadians boycotting travel to the U.S., keeping their vacations...

Mark Keast March 27, 2025

AGCO Hits BetMGM with $110K in Penalties

BetMGM fined over alleged actions by third-party marketing companies Licensed operators aren't allowed to offer bonuses or inducements $110K fine the largest in Ontario in the three years since the open, regulated market went live In Ontario, iGaming operators are prohibited from...

Mark Keast March 27, 2025

Alberta Unveils New iGaming Legislation

Alberta tables iGaming Alberta Act Once becoming law, Alberta would launch an Ontario-style competitive, private market Major operators DraftKings, FanDuel, PointsBet Canada and others looking to jump in As reported in Casino.org ten days ago, the government of Alberta today officially tabled igaming legislation, called the...

Mark Keast March 26, 2025

Las Vegas Bookmaker Johnny Avello: MLB Injuries Leaving a Mark on Betting Futures

Gerrit Cole leads the way on early season injury news Scherzer thumb issues in Toronto cast doubts on Blue Jays’ starting rotation Dodgers big favourites to win it all Some major early season injuries are having an impact not only on the...

Mark Keast March 26, 2025

GiG Software Launches with 4th Ontario Operator

Swedish B2B igaming technology company announces partnership with PowerPlay Fourth brand launch for GiG in Ontario PowerPlay accesses GiG iGaming platform, content management system, and sportsbook Gig Software Plc, a B2B iGaming technology company based in Sweden, has announced a partnership with...

Mark Keast March 26, 2025

Order of Canada Recipient Wins $25 Million Lotto Max Jackpot

For the first time in the history of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, an Officer of the Order of Canada has won a major lottery jackpot in Ontario. Toronto's Charles Coffey won the $25 million LOTTO MAX jackpot on Jan. 31, 2025....

Mark Keast March 25, 2025

March Madness: New Canadian Study Highlights Gambling Risks for Young Bettors

Responsible Gambling Council releases new study as NCAA Sweet 16 betting gears up Young people: One in 10 (9%) gamble in an attempt to recover past losses  41% of those surveyed said they gambled more than they could afford to lose March...

Mark Keast March 25, 2025

Arkansas Introduce Bill Aimed At Legalizing Online Casino Wagering

Arkansas legislators have introduced a bill aimed at legalizing online casino wagering, to be operated by the state's three licensed casinos, while making the operation of unlicensed online casinos and sports betting a felony. Bill Expands Mobile Games to Include Roulette, Blackjack,...

Mark Keast March 23, 2025