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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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Why Canadians Are Still Skipping U.S. Travel
November 18, 2025

Why Canadians Are Still Skipping U.S. Travel

Trips by Canadians to the U.S. by air in October declines 23.9% year-over-year 70% of Canadians surveyed said they would be uncomfortable trading to U.S. this winter Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority announces Las Vegas resorts' Cyber Week deals The...

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Banned NCAA Player Admits He Shaved Points for ‘Fast Cash’
November 18, 2025

Banned NCAA Player Admits He Shaved Points for ‘Fast Cash’

New Orleans player is one of six banned by the NCAA Player said he needed "fast cash" to help support a newborn child Player tells "Good Morning America" he was approached by a Las Vegas...

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Chiefs Crush Bettors’ Dreams in NFL Week 11
November 17, 2025

Chiefs Crush Bettors’ Dreams in NFL Week 11

Payton likely coach of the year favourite in NFL after big win over the Chiefs Allen back in the MVP conversation after six TDs in win over the Bucs Eagles now Super Bowl betting favourites after Week...

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Saskatchewan Community Gaming Grants Dip Slightly in Q2
November 17, 2025

Saskatchewan Community Gaming Grants Dip Slightly in Q2

Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan issues CAD $2.2 million in community grants in Q2 Charitable gaming grants are funded by earnings generated from Saskatchewan’s gaming industry operators Saskatchewan saw a slight decrease in charitable gaming grants...

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Bet Live on the Grey Cup at New Chances Casino Terrace Proline Lounge
November 16, 2025

Bet Live on the Grey Cup at New Chances Casino Terrace Proline Lounge

Latest lounge opening in Terrace the sixth for BCLC in the province Lounge opening today just in time for Grey Cup game, later today Roughriders betting favourites for the big game The latest Proline Sportsbook...

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BetMGM Signs Exclusive New Partnership With Pittsburgh Penguins
November 14, 2025

BetMGM Signs Exclusive New Partnership With Pittsburgh Penguins

BetMGM has announced a new partnership with the Pittsburgh Penguins hockey team The multiyear deal makes BetMGM the team's official online casino partner  BetMGM is also partnered with the city's MLB and NFL franchises BetMGM...

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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%...

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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...

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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...

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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