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Low6 strengthens global distribution through new partnership with ITP

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F2P trailblazer announces a new collaboration with Inside The Pocket’s leading agnostic platform 

Low6, the leading gamification innovator, announced in June that it was ready to offer its gamification technology as a full turnkey B2B solution to the betting and gaming industry. Today, Low6 announces a strategic partnership with Inside The Pocket (ITP) the sector’s pre-eminent free-to-play aggregation platform, which instantly broadens its global footprint.

In a deal which unites two gaming trailblazers, Low6 will deliver a selection of its award-winning F2P products to a new network of operators via the fast-growing ITP platform, in an industry-first aggregation model for sports betting.

ITP’s ground-breaking marketplace now affords a host of innovative suppliers a simple route to market which, in turn, offers worldwide operators a wealth of value-creation opportunities across a broad spectrum of content from one seamless integration.

The Low6 technology platform allows its partners to easily launch a wide range of F2P Fantasy, Picks, Trivia and Bracket game formats with seamless speed across any sport, language or territory. The suite of iGaming products has been developed in conjunction with some of the biggest names in sports, gaming, media and mobile technology, including the PGA TOUR, UFC, Uber Eats and PointsBet.

Global gaming operators can now access the industry-leading 1st-party data opportunities that the white-label gamification provides. Low6’s set of data collection tools help customers to collect strong 1st-party data to help them better understand their user base – something that is becoming ever more central to business success.

ITP’s proven international scope and flair for localization promises to drive diversified fan engagement to Low6 around targeted free-to-play sports games. Thanks to its open-aggregation approach, Inside The Pocket already offers the broadest and best-curated mix of games available, with one platform integration acting as a gateway to virtually unlimited content. Its ethos aligns well with the Low6 approach of a community-first approach to sports gamification. And ITP’s easy-to-use dashboards provide clients with the full picture on player activity, thanks to aggregated cross-network player data (e.g. from individual customer journeys to in-play data, and other shared insights on player segments). The technology and data collection enabled by ITP and Low6 can drive the kind of low cost, high value conversion and retention that is integral to successful gaming and betting industry marketing these days.

“Sportsbooks worldwide can now effortlessly expand their portfolio through our white label gamification platform. This collaboration with ITP offers a simple way to access a selection of our fan-favourite F2P games and all the value-added benefits that come with Low6 gamification tools. Our F2P games collect actionable data to help all our partners better know and understand their user base which, in turn, will help them to acquire, convert and retain satisfied customers,” said Jamie Mitchell, Low6 CEO.

Hussain Naqi, Founder and CEO of Inside The Pocket, added: “This partnership is the very definition of an old-fashioned win-win. For ITP, it gives us more great content for our customers. For Low6, it facilitates sales in outreach while reducing barriers to the decision-making process. Put succinctly, as markets mature and evolve, the best products always win. And this collaboration is a great way of showcasing those great new products to the end consumer. It’s all about the flexibility this provides for both of our customers and future prospects.

“As a market leader in the dynamic, evolving F2P vertical, Low6 was naturally a logical choice as an ITP partner. ITP’s multifaceted assets are already revenue-generating for our operators, so we’re thrilled with the early international reception from our growing global association of betting partners.”

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa Opens with Legendary Guitar Smash and Star-Studded Celebration

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa officially opened its doors with a signature guitar smash, marking the arrival of Canada’s first fully integrated Hard Rock resort, a bold new destination where entertainment, hospitality, and music take center stage.

The $350 million resort brings the brand’s unmistakable energy to Canada’s capital, offering locals and visitors an immersive Hard Rock experience blending iconic music history with world-class entertainment, hospitality, dining, and gaming.

In true Hard Rock fashion, the opening festivities kicked off with the Canadian Tenors’ electrifying rendition of O Canada followed by the brand’s signature Guitar Smash, a modern take on the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony. Executives, dignitaries, and community leaders took the stage to ceremoniously smash guitars, signaling the official opening of the state-of-the-art entertainment destination.

A special moment included the presentation of a $100,000 donation to Ottawa Food Bank, reinforcing Hard Rock’s commitment to giving back to the communities it serves.

“Bringing Hard Rock to Canada’s capital is an iconic milestone for our brand. We’re proud to expand our global footprint and create a destination where locals and visitors can experience world-class gaming, hospitality, and entertainment all in one place,” said Jim Allen, Chief Executive Officer of Hard Rock International.

“Our government is thrilled that Hard Rock chose Ontario for its first fully integrated hotel and casino venue in Canada. This new entertainment and hospitality destination will draw visitors from near and far to Ottawa, create and sustain hundreds of local jobs, and provide millions of dollars for local infrastructure and community programs,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming.

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MIXI Receives AGCO Approval for PointsBet Acquisition

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PointsBet Holdings Limited announced that MIXI has received written confirmation that AGCO has no concerns with the proposed acquisition by MIXI of the shares in PointsBet Holdings Limited.

PointsBet has also received written confirmation from iGaming Ontario (iGO) in relation to MIXI’s proposed acquisition of shares in PointsBet.

Accordingly, the condition precedent to MIXI’s proposed PointsBet-Board recommended Takeover Bid relating to Ontario approvals in paragraph 4.5 of Schedule 1 of the Bid Implementation Deed dated 16 June 2025 (BID) has been satisfied.

MIXI’s proposed Takeover Bid remains subject to the satisfaction of certain other limited conditions as previously announced, including a 50.1% minimum acceptance of the proposed MIXI Offer (as defined in the BID).

The Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission provided its approval on 24 March 2025 for MIXI to acquire PointsBet. PointsBet confirmed that MIXI’s proposed Takeover Bid is no longer subject to any gaming regulatory approvals.

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AGCO Fines Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto $350,000 for Serious Regulatory Violations Linked to Impromptu After-Party on Gaming Floor

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The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued monetary penalties totaling $350,000 against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto for multiple violations of provincial gaming standards. The penalties follow an impromptu after-party that was permitted to take place in the pre-dawn hours directly on the casino’s gaming floor.

On September 27, 2024, an electronic dance music event attended by thousands of people was hosted in the theatre adjacent to the casino at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. The event was marked by widespread intoxication, disorderly behavior, and numerous criminal and medical incidents – both inside and outside the venue – including alleged assaults, drug overdoses, and acts of public indecency. Although paid duty officers were present, additional police and emergency services were required to manage the situation.

In the midst of this high-risk environment, casino management approved an unscheduled request by the performing artist to host an after-party on the active gaming floor. The artist and more than 400 guests were permitted onto the gaming floor where the artist was allowed to perform amidst operational table games and gaming machines – without any prior risk assessment or planning.

As a result, security personnel were unable to effectively control the casino floor, including witness reports that an attendee was seen climbing onto slot machines. Failure to maintain appropriate control compromises the security, safety, and integrity of the casino floor. Following the conclusion of the event, the operator failed to promptly report these incidents to the AGCO as required.

Based on the findings of its review, the AGCO’s Registrar has issued an Order of Monetary Penalty (OMP) totaling $350,000 against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. These penalties address critical failures in their operations, incident reporting, employee training, and the management of disturbances.

A gaming operator served with an OMP has 15 days to appeal the Registrar’s decision to the Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT), an adjudicative tribunal that is part of Tribunals Ontario and independent of the AGCO.

“Casino operators have a fundamental duty to control their gaming environment. Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto’s lapses in this incident compromised the safety of patrons and the security and integrity of the gaming floor,” Dr. Karin Schnarr, Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of AGCO, said.

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