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How to Protect Yourself While Gambling
There are many people who enjoy heading on to online gambling platforms to play different games or place bets. You might enjoy it but then, in the back of your mind, have lingering concerns about how safe it is to be playing such online games. It is normal to feel like this as the more we begin to rely on technology, and it seems, the more threats we face on a daily basis. If you want to know how you can effectively protect yourself and all of your information while playing online gambling games, you are in the right place, as this will be discussed in more detail below.
Use a Reputable Online Gambling Website
If you want to stay safe when you are online gambling, then all of this begins with the website that you are using. There is a massive array of choices out there when it comes to picking an online casino, and as such, you’re going to want to make sure that you are heading over to a secure online casino where all of your data and money will be safe when playing. This is going to make it so that you are a lot safer when you are gaming, meaning you can rest easy when playing on the different games available.
Consider Secure Login Methods
You should make sure that the website you are going to use comes with secure methods of being able to log in to your account. A lot of sites now allow you to even use two-factor authentication, which makes things even more secure. They are able to stop people from getting access to your account through brute force attacks because, in order to log in, you will need to enter some kind of code that will be emailed or texted to you.
You should also make sure that the only gambling websites you use are ones that come with a valid SSL certificate. This will make it so that you easily differentiate from phishing websites that are simply trying to steal all of your information and legitimate online gaming or gambling platforms. This is because you can very easily tell whether or not a site has a valid SSL by having a look for the green “https” strip that you usually find in the address bar.
Avoid Unsolicited Emails
One of the more popular forms of online attack comes in the form of phishing emails. These are often used to target unsuspecting gamers and gamblers, and they have an alarming success rate as well. If you receive a random email that you are not expecting, which is asking you to click on a link and saying that you only have a limited amount of time to do so, then chances are you are about to click on a phishing link that will try and take all of your personal information. If you receive one of these emails, then don’t give it a second thought. Simply send it straight to your spam folder.
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.
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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