Canada
Century Casinos Provides Updates on Projects in Caruthersville, Missouri
Century Casinos Inc. has provided updates on its casino construction project in Caruthersville, Missouri.
The company broke ground on the new land-based casino and hotel development at Century Casino Caruthersville (the Caruthersville Project) on Friday, December 2, 2022. The casino at Century Casino Caruthersville will offer 650 slot machines (with the possibility of an expansion of up to 140 additional slot machines), table games, a deli, and a bar. The 38-room hotel, which will be located in a hotel tower between the existing pavilion and the new casino, will provide scenic views of the Mississippi River and city of Caruthersville. The new casino and hotel are expected to open in late 2024, subject to final regulatory approval from the Missouri Gaming Commission as well as other state and local approvals.
The Caruthersville Project is expected to cost approximately $51.9 million. To finance the Caruthersville Project, the company entered into an amendment to its Master Lease with VICI Properties Inc. (VICI). Following completion, VICI will own the real estate improvements associated with the Caruthersville Project. Annual rent under the Master Lease will increase by approximately $4.2 million after completion of the Caruthersville Project.
Following the groundbreaking ceremony, the company hosted a grand opening of the Farmstead, a 36-room hotel located near the existing pavilion and the new land-based casino and hotel development in Caruthersville. The company bought the Farmstead land and building in July 2021 and completely renovated the hotel building into a contemporary Missouri farmhouse style hotel at a cost of approximately $3.7 million. The Farmstead will be the only hotel in Caruthersville until the new hotel at the land-based Century Casino Caruthersville is completed.
Currently, the company continues its work on the relocation of the casino floor of Century Casino Caruthersville from the riverboat and barge on the Mississippi river to a temporary location in the pavilion. The company’s goal is to have that relocation completed before the end of 2022. The record low water levels of the Mississippi River in October 2022 made the relocation to a temporary land-based facility necessary because the riverboat, which operated since 1994, was no longer accessible from the barge. The Missouri Gaming Commission approved the relocation to the temporary facility in October 2022. The casino will remain in the temporary facility until the time the new permanent land-based casino is completed.
The pavilion, the Farmstead, parking, and the new land-based Caruthersville Project are all protected by a flood wall. As a result, the company expects that casino operations in Caruthersville will no longer be affected by water levels in the Mississippi River.
Through these developments, Century Casinos is transforming Century Casino Caruthersville from the last remaining riverboat casino on the Mississippi River to a full destination resort with the ability to attract customers from even further into Missouri, Tennessee and Arkansas, while providing existing customers with an even better casino experience.
Betty
Thunderkick commits to growth in Ontario with Betty partnership

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

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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Canada
absolutebet Secures AGCO Registration as an Internet Gaming Operator in Ontario

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 milestone—it’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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