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OnAir Entertainment to double global live casino footprint with 2023 US launch

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OnAir Entertainment, the go-to provider of premium live casino content to operators in regulated markets, has unveiled plans to double its footprint and globalise its reach with a nationwide US studio rollout across 2023 and beyond.

The rapidly growing live casino supplier, that has launched in nine markets in just 10 months, has a strategy in place to launch in five regulated live casino US states with more to come pending legislation.

Since inception in 2021 OnAir Entertainment’s customer-first strategy has been to enter new markets that are experiencing significant customer demand with new licensing in North America creating a surge in the need for both classic and exclusive live casino content from major iGaming brands.

The OnAir Entertainmentᵀᴹ team has extensively researched the US and is preparing to enter several regulated states with a suite of localised and tailored content on a nationwide, state-by-state and bespoke operator basis.

OnAir Entertainmentᵀᴹ will offer a portfolio of high-quality and high-performance classic casino content games. Its ambitions are to offer games like Double zero roulette and traditional poker games, as well as innovative sports-themed content such as Card Matchup, a new, scalable, sports-themed, live table game focused on customer cross-sell. It also anticipates seeing games such as Dual Play, designed specifically for operators to cross-sell land-based services into online revenue streams.

The premium live casino content supplier has successfully launched an extensive range of high-performance products across a diverse range of global iGaming territories since launching last year, including most recently in Ontario, Canada where it has rapidly onboarded and integrated numerous brands and is already delivering exceptional results.

OnAir Entertainmentᵀᴹ US will be led by some of the industry’s most experienced live casino experts including Andres Rengifo, CEO, Simon Field, Chief Commercial Officer and Oliver Reid, Managing Director for the North Americas.

The senior team have significant experience building and managing studios and teams for suppliers such as Evolution in the US, Authentic Gaming and Net Entertainment.

Simon Field, Chief Commercial Officer, OnAir Entertainment, said: “Since 2021 we have built and delivered a significant portfolio of proven, differentiated live casino content with many of the world’s largest iGaming brands integrating our products, and delivered record results for our partners.

“OnAir Entertainmentᵀᴹ never stops innovating and we have a roadmap of classic, US market specific, state-of-the-art content that no other supplier in the industry can match.

“Our exceptional performance in Ontario proves that we are top of the league when it comes to live products for forward-thinking operators, and we expect our games to perform just as well in the US.”

Oliver Reid, Managing Director, Americas, OnAir Entertainment, added: “The team is perfectly positioned to lead the US live casino market with world-class solutions, content and experience of successful multi-studio and innovative game rollouts for the world’s biggest brands in US regulated markets and we can’t wait to execute our strategy.

“The US market is moving at a rapid pace so by partnering with OnAir Entertainmentᵀᴹ and integrating our proven products and technologies, we firmly believe US brands will be in the best hands possible.”

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Thunderkick commits to growth in Ontario with Betty partnership

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Independent slots studio Thunderkick has agreed a deal with Ontario-based operator Betty to supply the rapidly growing online casino with a diverse collection of globally popular titles.

Betty, an official partner of sporting franchises Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors, has risen to prominence since its 2022 establishment, when it was built following the consultation of 300 casino players to create the optimal iGaming environment.

Distinguishing itself from North American competitors by catering specifically to slot enthusiasts rather than sports bettors, the operator has curated a portfolio of 2,800 games, hand-picked to deliver customers maximum entertainment value.

Thunderkick’s content is the latest to be integrated into Betty’s online casino, and the agreement will see a selection of its most popular titles, including The Wildos 2, Midas Golden Touch 3, and Esqueleto Explosivo 3, made available to a greater number of Ontarian players.

Thunderkick marked its debut in the Canadian province in Q2 of 2024, and has since partnered with a network of leading operators to improve its market position. The collaboration with Betty will further amplify its visibility in a key jurisdiction as the provider looks to reinforce its reputation as a global slot developer.

Svante Sahlström, CCO at Thunderkick, said: “It’s our mission at Thunderkick to go deeper, not wider, in 2025. That means forging meaningful, lasting relationships in target markets as opposed to securing as many commercial deals as possible.

“Since entering Ontario over 12 months ago, we have worked tirelessly to enhance our presence in the province, and working with leading brands such as Betty allows us to bring our unique games to a deeper pool of Canadian players.”

Paraskeva Smirnova, Casino Operations Manager at Betty, added: “Betty’s USP has always been our drive to build a slot portfolio with the very best titles from the industry’s most creative suppliers.

“Thunderkick’s passion for slot development is there for all to see, and the introduction of its games to our casino further elevates the consumer experience.”

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Save the Date: BCLC’s New Horizons in Safer Gambling Conference Returns November 2026

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BCLC is pleased to announce the return of the New Horizons in Safer Gambling Conference, taking place November 2–4, 2026, at the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver.

This global event brings leading voices in research, policy and industry together to explore innovative approaches to safer gambling. Attendees can expect two days of forward-thinking dialogue, evidence-based insights and collaborative solutions to help shape the future of player health.

Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available

New to the 2026 conference, BCLC is excited to offer sponsorship opportunities to organizations that share BCLC’s passion for safer gambling. Benefits of sponsoring New Horizons 2026 include industry visibility, leadership recognition and meaningful engagement with a global audience. To learn more about sponsorship, please e-mail [email protected].

Registration and program details will be released later this fall.

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absolutebet Secures AGCO Registration as an Internet Gaming Operator in Ontario

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Internet Gaming Operator by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).

This significant milestone authorizes absolutebet to offer regulated iGaming services in Ontario’s legal market under the oversight of AGCO and iGaming Ontario (iGO).

The registration marks a key step in absolutebet’s mission to bring a trusted, responsible, and innovative online casino experience to Ontario players. absolutebet is committed to operating with integrity and transparency, meeting all provincial standards for player protection, responsible gambling, anti-money laundering, and game integrity.

Securing AGCO registration is more than a milestoneit’s the start of absolutebet’s journey in one of the most exciting regulated markets in the world,” said Chen Truman, Founder of absolutebet. “We are building a brand that will grow with the Ontario community and set the stage for future expansion.”

On the regulatory milestone, Krisztina Kalla, Legal & Regulatory Compliance Advisor of absolutebet, commented: “I’m incredibly proud to see all the hard work behind this license pay off. Securing AGCO registration has taken months of preparation and close collaboration with regulators and partners. I am very happy to see the result of that work, and even more excited as we move into the launch phase and open up the absolutebet community to Ontario players in a fun and responsible way.”

Ontario is recognized as one of the most competitive and fast-growing regulated iGaming markets in North America. With AGCO registration secured, absolutebet will move forward with the final stages of its iGO onboarding process in preparation for launch.

 

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