Canada
Responsible Gambling: Promoting a Safer Gaming Experience
In an ever-evolving online gambling industry, responsible gambling practices have emerged as a crucial focus for operators. Among the advocates of responsible gambling is KTO, a leading player in the industry that places a strong emphasis on research and analysis. By conducting data-driven research and market trend analysis, KTO strives to enhance the gaming experience, ensuring it remains both enjoyable and safe for players.
With a thriving gaming market in Brazil, KTO’s studies provide valuable insights into player preferences, gaming studios, payment providers, and more. Moreover, KTO’s research sheds light on responsible gaming policies, licensing standards, and legal requirements, contributing to the overall improvement of the industry.
The Importance of Responsible Gambling in the Online Gambling Industry
Responsible gambling holds significant importance within the online gambling industry, considering its complex network of operators, game studios, regulators, and players. To make sense of this intricate ecosystem, it is essential to analyze the activities and market trends that shape it.
KTO’s research papers play a vital role in helping industry stakeholders differentiate between products, policies, and features that contribute to a superior gaming experience. By providing their own statistics and backing research findings with reliable sources, KTO offers valuable insights into popular casino games, sports betting trends, player preferences, and user experiences. This knowledge empowers operators, gaming companies, and authorities to establish and maintain responsible gambling practices, safeguarding the well-being of players and promoting a safer gaming environment.
Insights from Primary Data
KTO’s research initiatives go beyond surface-level analysis by delving into primary data to uncover valuable insights. Through the examination of actual online traction data, KTO’s research team focuses on the impact of leading games in the Crash Games vertical, such as Aviator, Spaceman, Mines, and JetX, on the online casino gaming landscape in Brazil. The findings reveal the significant contribution of crash games to KTO’s top 10 casino games, accounting for more than half of the list and nearly 40% of the total casino turnover.
Furthermore, these games have captured the interest of a substantial portion of active players, with roughly two-thirds of them having tried placing bets on crash-style games. Aviator emerges as the most influential game in KTO’s online casino, acting as a gateway for other casual game titles to enter the real-money gaming scene.
Setting Higher Industry Standards
KTO’s research endeavors aim to set higher industry standards by providing comprehensive insights into various aspects of the online gambling landscape. By analyzing market dynamics and trends, KTO sheds light on player tastes, user experiences, gaming studios, and payment providers.
This valuable information helps industry stakeholders make informed decisions regarding game development, business strategies, and consumer support. Additionally, KTO’s research raises awareness of responsible gaming policies, licensing and regulation standards, as well as taxation and legal requirements. By fostering openness and transparency, KTO believes in establishing a strong and trustworthy relationship with players, ultimately serving the best interests of all parties involved.
As a founding member of the Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gambling KTO truly shows its dedication to create a healthy environment for the the industry to grow. A further development toward this goal is the institutes collaboration with the International Betting Integrity Association making sure that the policies pushed are world class quality.
The Pragmatic Benefits of Responsible Gambling
Responsible gambling is not only a moral obligation but also a practice that brings numerous pragmatic advantages. Firstly, it fosters a healthier and safer gambling environment by promoting self-control and setting limits, reducing the risk of addiction and financial strain. Moreover, responsible gambling initiatives support local communities by generating revenue that can be allocated towards public services, such as education and healthcare.
Additionally, responsible gambling practices encourage transparency and fairness within the industry, enhancing consumer trust and satisfaction. By prioritizing responsible gambling, individuals can enjoy the entertainment value of gambling while minimizing the potential negative consequences, ultimately creating a win-win situation for both gamblers and society as a whole.
The future of online gambling in Brazil looks bright with dedicated actors working toward a sustainable and fair policy model.
Canada
ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario
ComeOn Group announced a significant milestone in its sportsbook expansion journey with the addition of sportsbook to their offering in Ontario following the successful acquisition of the required permits. This addition represents a strategic advancement in the Groups sportsbook growth trajectory where they are set to double its sportsbook business in the coming years.
ComeOn Group is one of 51 active operators in Ontario. The Ontario market has experienced robust growth since its launch, reaching C$6.7 billion in revenue in 2023.* By 2029, the market is forecasted to grow by a total of 29%, with 2024 expected to close with a 20% increase.
ComeOn keeps investing in its sportsbook business acceleration that is powered by its proprietary sportsbook platform and in-house risk management and trading team. As a multi product vertical operator, ComeOn is striving to give its customer base a safe and exciting entertainment destination and this approach is now expanded to their Ontario audience.
Juergen Reutter, Chief Executive Officer at ComeOn Group, said: “We are very excited about the opportunities this new milestone opens up for us. As a casino-led operator it represents a key part of our sportsbook strategy to double our business in the coming years. Like in any of our other markets, we are striving for a differentiated sportsbook entertainment experience that is powered by our in-house technology. Our goal is to deliver top-tier entertainment to our players while fostering safe and innovative gaming experiences.”
*Source – H2GC H2 Ontario Data 25.10.2024 (excl. Lottery)
BCLC
INTRALOT Announces New Project with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation for Online Lottery Platform
INTRALOT S.A. has announced the undertaking of a new project between the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), the sole lottery operator for the Government of British Columbia in Canada, and INTRALOT Inc., its US subsidiary, for the provision of an online lottery platform. The project also includes the digitalization of the existing land-based network.
The solution will be based on the Player X platform, part of the Lotos X ecosystem, and adds to the company’s overall partnership with BCLC, which has been extended until 2028.
INTRALOT is a leading player in a changing world of gaming. With significant experience in looking forward and anticipating emerging trends, the company provides future-proof solutions to regulated lottery and gaming operators around the world.
Canada
Relax Gaming joins forces with PointsBet to strengthen footprint in Ontario
Relax Gaming, the iGaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, has significantly enhanced its presence in the Ontario market through an agreement with leading Canadian operator, PointsBet.
This partnership reinforces Relax Gaming’s aim to become a standout provider across North America, having already gained early success in Ontario. Relax became one of the first suppliers to deliver content to the region’s players in March 2022, debuting with over 120 games across multiple operators.
PointsBet pride themselves as one of Canada’s leading operators offering unmatched speed, ease of use, and a comprehensive array of pre-game and in-play sports betting options. This is complemented by a top-tier online casino which will now be boosted with the integration of Relax’s portfolio of slots and live dealer options.
With its authentic Canadian approach, PointsBet prioritises technology that minimises external dependencies to maintain control over its platform and has a commitment to responsible gambling best practices, ensuring a safe and secure environment for all players.
Martin Stålros, CEO at Relax Gaming, said: “Since we launched in Ontario we have enjoyed tremendous success, with our content hitting the sweet spot for the broad range of players in the Canadian province. This partnership with PointsBet will strengthen our presence in the market as the region’s leading operator integrates our rich content portfolio which will engage its player base.”
Scott Vanderwel, Chief Executive Officer at PointsBet, added: “Relax Gaming has established a strong reputation across North America and in Ontario in particular. The impressive range of content that will be integrated into our platform will increase engagement within our online platform and we are delighted to be able to provide more immersive experiences to our audiences.”
Established as one of the industry’s leading B2B suppliers, Relax Gaming was awarded GGA’s Product Launch of the Year in February 2023 for Dream Drop Jackpots. Money Train 3 names the 2023 CasinoBeats Game Developer Awards amongst its 6 Slot of the Year titles, while the brand also won the award for Skill Games Supplier at the 2023 EGR B2B Awards along with the Innovation in Mobile award at the 2023 SBC Awards.
Relax Gaming provides more than 4,000 online casino games, from its high-performing proprietary slots to a significant, varied library of content from hand-picked third-party studios via its partnership programmes.
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