Ontario safer gambling framework strengthened by BetGuard rollout
The province’s regulated market now channels more than 91% of online gamblers to licensed operators while expanding market-wide player protection measures.
The province’s regulated market now channels more than 91% of online gamblers to licensed operators while expanding market-wide player protection measures.
The pair’s soccer-themed sweepstakes builds on their account-linking rewards program as New Jersey prepares to host the 2026 World Cup final.
Khalid Reede Jones will oversee Allwyn’s US lottery operations as the group separates its North America lottery strategy from PrizePicks.
Bragg Gaming Group has announced plans to raise up to $1.3m through a private placement, with participation from senior executives and incoming board chairman Matt Davey as the company advances its proposed acquisition of Drayton International.
Players in Ontario will be able to access a suite of Playson titles.
Ontario’s regulated online market enters the tournament period with advertising rules, player-protection standards and rising betting activity under scrutiny.
Kalshi and Coinbase were previously banned from offering event contracts related to sports, entertainment and elections in the state of Nevada as a result of preliminary injunctions.
The operator originally partnered with ITV Studios in December 2025, resulting in the launch of Love Island Reel Vibes in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Michigan and Ontario.
The increase in sports betting revenue was assisted by a 0.7% rise in the state’s handle for April 2026, totaling $613.9m and heavily driven by online wagering which accounted for $608.5m.
The slot game was developed by White Hat Studios in partnership with FanDuel and designed to replicate the ‘drama, twists and challenges’ experienced throughout Love Island USA.