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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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782 stories by Mark Keast

Alberta Unveils New iGaming Legislation
March 26, 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...

Written by Mark Keast
Las Vegas Bookmaker Johnny Avello: MLB Injuries Leaving a Mark on Betting Futures
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...

Written by Mark Keast
GiG Software Launches with 4th Ontario Operator
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...

Written by Mark Keast
Order of Canada Recipient Wins $25 Million Lotto Max Jackpot
March 25, 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...

Written by Mark Keast
March Madness: New Canadian Study Highlights Gambling Risks for Young Bettors
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...

Written by Mark Keast
Arkansas Introduce Bill Aimed At Legalizing Online Casino Wagering
March 23, 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...

Written by Mark Keast
Mohegan Key Cog in New 6.3-Acre Freedom Plaza Manhattan Project
March 21, 2025

Mohegan Key Cog in New 6.3-Acre Freedom Plaza Manhattan Project

New 6.3-acre civic and cultural hub in Manhattan will have gaming component pending licensing Mohegan one of two hotel developers; renderings released today Project set to transform Manhattan's east side Mohegan, the owner, developer and manager of entertainment...

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Betting Odds Tighten Amid Canadian Election Rumors
March 20, 2025

Betting Odds Tighten Amid Canadian Election Rumors

Liberal leader Mark Carney rumored to announce end of April or early May vote any day Liberals and Conservatives neck and neck in betting markets Liberals surge ahead in polls Media reports across Canada today...

Written by Mark Keast
Ontario Sports Betting Revenue Drops 33% After Record January
March 20, 2025

Ontario Sports Betting Revenue Drops 33% After Record January

Sportsbook revenue drops to CA$61.5 million in February after record January Casino dominates the market Total cash wagers drop 9% in February After a record-setting January for sports betting, with CA$1.182 billion in wagers and...

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Bragg Gaming Group Announces Record Q4 and Full Year Revenue
March 20, 2025

Bragg Gaming Group Announces Record Q4 and Full Year Revenue

Fourth quarter revenue increased 16.3% YoY to record level Full year revenue increased 9.1% YoY to record level Bragg looks to Brazil and North America for revenue growth in 2025 Bragg Gaming Group released company financial...

Written by Mark Keast