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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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iGaming Ontario Announces Appointment of New President and CEO
August 28, 2025

iGaming Ontario Announces Appointment of New President and CEO

Joseph Hillier brings a blend of public and private sector experience Hillier was the former chief strategy officer of AGCO Industry observers see further growth of Ontario's iGaming market The board at iGaming Ontario (iGO)...

Written by Mark Keast
Online Casino Handle in Ontario Hits 89% Market Share
August 27, 2025

Online Casino Handle in Ontario Hits 89% Market Share

Online casino market share increases compared to June Sports betting sees 10% month over month decrease in wagers and revenue Overall market handle increases 4% month over month There’s typically a downturn in sports betting during...

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Sports Betting Hall of Famer Oddsmaker Avello on NFL Betting Strategy
August 27, 2025

Sports Betting Hall of Famer Oddsmaker Avello on NFL Betting Strategy

NFL season kicks off Sept. 4 with Cowboys versus Eagles Bills and Ravens Super Bowl betting favourites Sports Betting Hall of Famer Johnny Avello weighs in on what to focus on The American Gaming Association...

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Social Gaming and Sweepstakes Platform Shuts Down Canadian Operations
August 26, 2025

Social Gaming and Sweepstakes Platform Shuts Down Canadian Operations

Sweepstakes casino to be shut down in Canada by October Virtual Gaming Worlds says it will be focusing on U.S. operations Chumba Casino is closing down its Canadian operations, the company behind the social gaming...

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Trump Jr.’s VC Firm Announces Multimillion Dollar Investment in Polymarket
August 26, 2025

Trump Jr.’s VC Firm Announces Multimillion Dollar Investment in Polymarket

Terms of investment not disclosed Polymarket names Trump Jr. to its advisory board Justice department and CFTC dropped investigations into Polymarket in July Donald Trump Jr. is adding to his prediction market portfolio with Tuesday's announcement...

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Una tradicional cita nocturna se convierte en 34 millones de dólares de premio en la lotería
August 24, 2025

Una tradicional cita nocturna se convierte en 34 millones de dólares de premio en la lotería

Una pareja de Ontario gana 34 millones de dólares en la lotería Una nueva casa de ensueño, un viaje por todo Canadá y un anillo de diamantes, entre los deseos por cumplir Una pareja de...

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Weaknesses in Las Vegas Tourism Forces Strategic Re-Think, Especially Regarding Canada
August 23, 2025

Weaknesses in Las Vegas Tourism Forces Strategic Re-Think, Especially Regarding Canada

Downturn in Las Vegas tourism prompts strategic re-assessment on how to attract customers Canadians travelling to Las Vegas less Pro sports boosting casino traffic With Las Vegas casino operators reporting Q2 earnings in late July, a...

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MIXI Again Improves Offer for Control of PointsBet
August 21, 2025

MIXI Again Improves Offer for Control of PointsBet

MIXI Australia increased its takeover bid for PointsBet to AU$1.30 per share New price dependent on company securing 90% of shares What does MIXI do with PointsBet Canada? The back-and-forth battle between Betr Entertainment Ltd....

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Trader Talk: Brewers the Big Major League Baseball Betting Story
August 20, 2025

Trader Talk: Brewers the Big Major League Baseball Betting Story

Caesars Sportsbook Head of Baseball weighs in on MLB betting trends Betting focus on the Brewers, Blue Jays Yankees gaining ground in AL East We’re in the dog days of summer; a time Major League...

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Penn Entertainment Announces Multi-Year Deal With the Chicago Bears
August 20, 2025

Penn Entertainment Announces Multi-Year Deal With the Chicago Bears

Penn receives entitlements for its two Chicago retail properties ESPN BET named Official Sports Betting Partner of the Bears ESPN BET now live in 20 U.S. jurisdictions Penn Entertainment has announced a multi-year partnership with the NFL’s Chicago Bears, where...

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