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AGCO should have thought harder before gambling floodgates opened

Auston, Wayne and Connor: Fold'em. As of March 1, sports celebrities can no longer shill for gambling sites. Not that they'll be crying poor all the way to the cashout window. Auston Matthews just signed a four-year, $53 million contract extension with the Leafs - although that jackpot would still put him at No. 118 in the absurdly remunerated NBA.…

Incidents ・ 02 September 2023

Toronto Star

A look at the ransomware behind Gateway Casinos cyberattack

By Marissa Birnie Staff Reporter Wed., April 26, 20233 min. read Article was updated 10 hrs ago It's been over a week since Gateway Casinos and Entertainment announced the closure of its Ontario locations after a cyberattack hit the gaming operator. In a statement, the company confirmed the attack as ransomware. "We have no evidence thus far that…

Trust and Safety ・ 27 April 2023

Toronto Star

Ontario made $1.4 billion from first year of online gambling

Ontario's legal online gambling market is off to a strong start just one year after launch, already cementing itself as one of the top five igaming jurisdictions in North America. According to a new report from iGaming Ontario released Tuesday, the fledgling industry netted approximately $1.4 billion in total gaming revenue and roughly $35.6…

Industry ・ 07 April 2023

Toronto Star

Billy Joel hits jackpot opening new stage at Fallsview Casino

Saturday, Feb. 25 at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino Never underestimate the power or resiliency of a song. There was a moment Saturday night during Billy Joel's christening of the new OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino when the singing-songwriting pianist from New York City donned his harmonica and pulled out his signature tune that was…

Winnings ・ 27 February 2023

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How to play Ontario online blackjack: Rules, tips and payouts

Blackjack is a table game in which players compete against the dealer to tally the higher card count, up to 21. Learning how to play Ontario online blackjack is easy, and once you get started you might not want to stop. You can play against the dealer with one or more hands and with or without other players. The game uses multiple decks - anywhere…

Strategy Guide ・ 13 February 2023

The Peterborough Examiner

How to play slots: Odds, strategies and payouts

Historically, the easiest and most accessible form of casino gambling has been slots. Pick which game you want to play and how much to spend, and then start spinning. Your results appear within a few seconds. And the best part is, it's just you and the game. No other players and you don't need any skill - it's all about the luck of the…

Strategy Guide ・ 03 November 2022

Toronto Star

Casino terms and glossary guide

Are you new to gambling or looking for a refresher on some key terms? Our comprehensive casino terms and glossary guide will teach you how to use and understand all of the most important gambling lingo. A Action: The process of making bets. Also the total sum of bets in any situation. Aggregate limit: The casino's total obligation to pay out bets…

Strategy Guide ・ 21 October 2022

Toronto Star

How to play blackjack: Rules, tips and payouts

Blackjack is a table game in which players compete against the dealer to tally the higher card count, up to 21. Learning how to play blackjack is easy, and once you get started you might not want to stop. You can play against the dealer with one or more hands and with or without other players. The game uses multiple decks - anywhere from two to…

Strategy Guide ・ 17 October 2022

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Did the OLG break its promise not to allow slot machines in bingo halls? Wong-Tam demands answers from province to find out

New Democrat MPP Kristyn Wong-Tam is calling on the provincial government to provide answers and transparency about an OLG program that quietly transformed dozens of bingo halls into de facto mini-casinos, with "Vegas-style" gambling machines that are strikingly similar to slot machines. The former Toronto city councillor, who voted almost a decade…

Bingo ・ 01 September 2022

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First Nation Criticizes Ontario on Hasty Market Decision

Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation is still bitter over the introduction of Ontario's new and regulated market for private iGaming operators. The First Nation claims that the province did not hold consultation with Indigenous communities and thus it could have a potentially negative effect on their operations, including loss of revenue and…

Gaming Authorities ・ 18 May 2022

Toronto Star

'Great concern around the existential threat that is iGaming': Durham stakeholders weigh in on introduction of online gambling

Kelly LaRocca is of the opinion that iGaming is a bet the province can't afford. Ontario implemented its new online betting model in April, a move that the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) has panned since it was first announced in January, citing a lack of consultation with the province's Indigenous communities and potential for…

Industry ・ 17 May 2022

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It's game time Ontario: NorthStar Bets is now live!

NorthStar Gaming launches premier online casino and sportsbook in Ontario offering consumers a uniquely local, content and insights driven platform plus the most popular casino games, /CNW/ - NorthStar Gaming is pleased to announce the launch of its online casino and sportsbook, NorthStar Bets. Consumers in Ontario, 19 years of age and older, can…

Sports ・ 10 May 2022

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Ontario's Online Gambling Market Could Have More Brands Than NJ

Ontario online gamblers could only place bets with a single regulated iGaming site - the lottery's own OLG.ca - until two weeks ago. As of yesterday, they officially had 16 to chose from, and that number may soon double. That would mean that province has an extensive array of brands as New Jersey, the most crowded US market. The Garden State is…

Industry ・ 20 April 2022

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NorthStar Gaming unveils new online casino and sportsbook brand

NorthStar Gaming has revealed its'soon-to-be-released' online casino and sportsbook brand under the domain of NorthStar Bets. Housed in Ontario, Canada, NorthStar Bets states its online platform offers'a uniquely local, premier user experience' as well as'timely, relevant, and engaging sports betting insights and content'. Michael Moskowitz, CEO…

Sports ・ 28 February 2022

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Playtech signs new multichannel partnership with NorthStar Gaming

NorthStar Gaming to launch Playtech's industry leading IMS technology platform in Canada. Playtech, the world's leading gambling technology company, today announces the signing of a new strategic partnership with NorthStar Gaming, to launch its IMS platform, casino, live casino, poker and bingo technology in Canada. The new partnership will provide…

Industry ・ 14 January 2022

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Playtech enters Canada with NorthStar Gaming partnership

London-listed iGaming technology provider Playtech has agreed a new strategic partnership to provide its iGaming and sports betting platform to Canada's NorthStar Gaming. The agreement will see Playtech power NorthStar's upcoming iGaming launch in Ontario through its IMS platform. Following the completion of regulatory approvals and Ontario's…

Industry ・ 11 January 2022

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NorthStar Gaming announces new strategic partnership with Playtech, propelling future growth of Canada's most trusted online sports betting and casino brand

NorthStar Gaming prepares to launch engaging online casino and sportsbook platform TORONTO, Jan. 11, 2022 /CNW/ - NorthStar Gaming Inc. is proud to announce its new partnership with Playtech, the world's leading gambling technology company. The new partnership will provide NorthStar Gaming with the technology platform to deliver what will be one of…

Sports ・ 11 January 2022

Online Poker Report

RSI Prepares For Ontario Online Gambling With Play Money Launch

Add BetRivers to the list of US online gambling brands that are almost-certainly going to make an appearance in Canada. Rush Street Interactive, the company which owns the brand, said as much on Thursday. It did so in a press release announcing the Canadian market launch of its free-to-play social casino product Casino4Fun. The announcement…

Sports ・ 17 October 2021

Toronto Star

The inside story of how the OLG lost control of Ontario’s online gambling market

Hundreds of dollars in sign-up bonuses. Candy-coloured slots and fast-paced games of blackjack and poker. And then... those intense dopamine hits that come with a big win. All from the smartphone in your hand. It's no surprise that over the past two decades, online gambling has grown into a massive global market. With billions in revenue going to…

Industry ・ 07 October 2021

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Ontario Releases License Application Guide For Online Gambling

Ontario is making rapid progress on its path towards privatization of online gambling in the province. The latest step on that path is the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) releasing a guide last week, informing interested companies of how to register and apply for a license. However, it won't be accepting those applications for a few…

Gaming Authorities ・ 25 August 2021

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iGaming Ontario Amends Digital Gaming Rules

Ontario's recently introduce gaming entity responsible for online offerings has already implemented some changes to the digital rules. The new entity is named iGaming Ontario and it has currently implemented a ban on the auto-play feature while gambling online and introduced a minimum spin speed of 2.5 seconds for digital slot offerings. As of…

Gaming Authorities ・ 19 July 2021

Toronto Star

Toronto Star owner Torstar to launch online casino in 2021

Torstar is entering the online gaming market. The corporation announced Monday it intends to launch an online casino betting brand in 2021 pending approval from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. "As an Ontario-based media business and trusted brand for more than 128 years, we believe Torstar will provide a unique and responsible gaming…

Gaming Authorities ・ 18 June 2021

The Orange County Register

Casino Insider: Las Vegas buffets and entertainment make a comeback; Resorts World announces opening details

Casino Insider is a weekly newsletter with all the best bets for food, entertainment and fun at Southern California's casinos. It's delivered to your inbox on Thursdays. A highly anticipated Las Vegas resort will open its doors for the first time in late June and by late fall, it will be the place to catch the residencies of several big name…

Travel ・ 28 May 2021