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World Champion Fantasy Seeks Experienced Gamers to Beta Test its Upcoming PlayerX Product

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World Champion Fantasy, the world’s first online fantasy esports platform, is looking for experienced esports gamers to beta test its new groundbreaking product, PlayerX.

PlayerX is set to be released in Q4 2022. Users can sign-up to beta PlayerX for free directly at WorldChampionFantasy.com with code: PlayerX.

“Traditional fantasy sports allow fans to engage with their favorite teams, players and games. Beyond watching your favorite streamers and purchasing their energy drink flavor, there has never been an immersive experience for the massively growing esports and gaming market, until now. We’re looking for gamers to test our PlayerX platform and help create the ultimate esports fan experience,” Mike Vela, CEO of World Champion Fantasy, said.

PlayerX is an innovative platform combining the elements of traditional fantasy sports with esports, enabling users to assemble a dream team of esport athletes to compete and watch live streams, while also offering stats on the matches. PlayerX has elevated the traditional fantasy sports experience by providing users the ability to customize interactive avatars, theme music, expansive chat capabilities, and more. Beyond the fantasy sports application, PlayerX subscribers will also no longer have to search across multiple platforms for the most up-to-date information and highlights of their favorite streamers & athletes – it will all be housed on one non-gambling focused platform that is suitable for all ages – PlayerX.

“PlayerX, our flagship platform, will become the nucleus and future hub for how esports fans and gamers learn, interact and engage with their favorite professional gamers, teams and tournaments moving forward. Player X will come to market with multiple seasoned investors and professional athletes, global exclusive partnerships with some of the world’s best known brands in gaming, telecom, tech providers, and more, which will be announced over the coming months. All of which will result in a never-before-seen experience in fantasy or esports,” Mike Vela said.

PlayerX has a number of industry professionals and athletes serving on its board and as advisors, including 5-year NFL QB and professional esports athlete Kurt Benkert.

“Having been involved in professional esports for some time, I’ve been searching for an opportunity to lend my unique knowledge and skill set to a company with a revolutionary vision to expand, elevate and mainstream esports. I’ve found that company and vision within WCF and its passionate team, who is building a truly first-of-its-kind fantasy experience for esports that is non-gambling and family friendly. I love the world of esports, its quick pace, its passionate fans, and their intense loyalty to particular games. I can’t wait to help influence and shift the way the next generation of fans and gamers experience esports,” Kurt Benkert said.

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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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