Jori Negin-Shecter

1 week ago | betcanada.com | Jori Negin-Shecter

Betr Entertainment has upped its offer to purchase 100% of PointsBet (a popular online casino and betting brand), and could lead to a domino effect in the online betting marketplace. The operator currently owns 20% of PointsBet and is the largest shareholder in the company. However, in an effort to fend off a potential bidding war with Japanese digital entertainment firm MIXI, the operator reportedly intends to purchase the remaining outstanding stock available.

2 weeks ago | betcanada.com | Jori Negin-Shecter

As Canadians head to the ballot boxes Monday, plenty is riding on who their pick is to be Canada’s Prime Minister moving forward. The election cycle, which has predictably been dominated by continued annexation rhetoric from South of the Border, appears set to bear a wide range of impacts on trade, diplomatic relations, and of course the economy. But those aren’t the only issues worth keeping tabs on, particularly when it comes to the world of iGaming and gambling as a whole.

2 weeks ago | betcanada.com | Jori Negin-Shecter

Lawmakers across the Alberta legislature are continuing to express their concerns as discussions continue to progress on a framework for Alberta iGaming. As Alberta continues to work towards the passage of Bill 48, which would create the Alberta iGaming Corporation to oversee a private-sector market, various lawmakers are noting a lack of detail provided in a proposal, which has led to pushback.

2 weeks ago | ontariobets.com | Jori Negin-Shecter

The Ontario iGaming landscape appears set to see a big shakeup as a major player in the space is making a new push with a new standalone product. According to a release earlier this month, PENN Entertainment is looking to expand upon their theScore BET offerings in Ontario and is launching theScore Casino in the province. PENN Entertainment, which purchased theScore BET brand back in 2021, also owns ESPN Bet and will add theScore Casino to an already heavy-hitting lineup of Ontario online casinos.

1 month ago | betcanada.com | Jori Negin-Shecter

ToonieBet is continuing to expand its reach across Ontario and Canada, with a major move earlier this week that will present the opportunity to reach plenty of eyes at a pivotal time. With the Stanley Cup Playoffs right around the corner as the largest sporting event North of the Border, ToonieBet has teamed up with another up-and-coming club in the world of Ontario Sports, securing a partnership with the Ottawa Senators that was announced Thursday.