Casino.org logo Main menu

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.

Avatar photo

Editor

Expert since 2024

779 stories by Mark Keast

Bragg’s U.S. Revenue Explodes 86% as Major Markets Surge
November 13, 2025

Bragg’s U.S. Revenue Explodes 86% as Major Markets Surge

Bragg sees 80% year-over-year increase in revenue in Brazil  Big dip in Netherlands revenue due to higher taxes and new regulations Bragg Gaming Group today reported its 3Q 2025 financial results, highlighted by an 86%...

Written by Mark Keast
Report: NFL Moves to Tighten Prop Betting, Major Shift Could Hit Sportsbooks Hard
November 13, 2025

Report: NFL Moves to Tighten Prop Betting, Major Shift Could Hit Sportsbooks Hard

Memo from league sent out to team officials  NFL lays out prohibited wager categories in tandem with sports betting partners and regulators Recent betting scandals on MLB, NBA and UFC fronts Taking a page out...

Written by Mark Keast
Gaming Sector Lawyer: Supreme Court Appeal Likely After Landmark P2P iGaming Decision
November 13, 2025

Gaming Sector Lawyer: Supreme Court Appeal Likely After Landmark P2P iGaming Decision

Ontario Court of Appeal decision opens door for online poker and DFS players to compete with people outside Canada  P2P has seen little revenue growth since Ontario's regulated market went live in 2022 Prominent gaming...

Written by Mark Keast
Niagara Airport Unveils Master Plan to Boost Tourism and Economy
November 13, 2025

Niagara Airport Unveils Master Plan to Boost Tourism and Economy

New airport Master Plan calls for a $195 million terminal and runway expansion for Niagara Falls  Premier of Ontario and Niagara Falls Mayor have called for more casino expansion Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment has a...

Written by Mark Keast
Live Dealer AI Technology is Closer Than You Might Think
November 12, 2025

Live Dealer AI Technology is Closer Than You Might Think

Goal is to create industry's first AI dealer experience Playgon commits US$1 million to the development of the technology New technology will be available to online gaming operators globally in Q2 2026 Vancouver-based Playgon Games...

Written by Mark Keast
Sports Betting News: The Ascendant L.A. Lakers and the NFL’s Drake Maye Effect
November 11, 2025

Sports Betting News: The Ascendant L.A. Lakers and the NFL’s Drake Maye Effect

LeBron cleared for contact basketball activities for NBA's Lakers Bettor bets huge on Patriots Super Bowl win Makhachev big betting favourite to win the welterweight title at UFC 322 Saturday in New York The big...

Written by Mark Keast
Great Canadian Entertainment Finalizes Hastings Casino Sale
November 11, 2025

Great Canadian Entertainment Finalizes Hastings Casino Sale

Casino portion of Hastings Racecourse & Casino sold to B.C. First Nation Hastings Casino an entertainment landmark in Vancouver, with 400 slot machines This is the latest B.C. casino sale for Great Canadian Entertainment Great...

Written by Mark Keast
Great Canadian Entertainment Announces Sale of Another B.C. Casino
November 10, 2025

Great Canadian Entertainment Announces Sale of Another B.C. Casino

Elements Casino Chilliwack sold to B.C. First Nation Deal announced today the latest in a series of B.C. casino sales Great Canadian Entertainment has gaming and entertainment properties in 23 cities across Canada Great Canadian...

Written by Mark Keast
MLB and Sportsbook Partners Announce Limits on Pitching Markets
November 10, 2025

MLB and Sportsbook Partners Announce Limits on Pitching Markets

MLB announces new limits on pitch-level markets Cleveland Guardians pitchers allegedly worked with bettors, rigging pitches Ortiz appears in court today, makes $500,000 bail Sportsbook operators have agreed to place a $200 wagering limit on...

Written by Mark Keast
Huge Swings in Super Bowl Odds After NFL Week 10
November 10, 2025

Huge Swings in Super Bowl Odds After NFL Week 10

Sunday's slate of NFL games resulted in a shakeup of Super Bowl odds across the league The Buffalo Bills saw their odds lengthen, while the Baltimore Ravens and Seattle Seahawks are looking at shorter odds...

Written by Mark Keast