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Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Elevates Key Leaders to Drive World-Class Customer Experience

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Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) is pleased to announce the strategic promotions of four exceptional leaders within the organization: Mackenzie Haugh, Chief Delivery Officer; James Boje, Managing Director, EMEA; Devon Dalbock, Chief Operating Officer, EMEA; and Martin Britton, Chairman, EMEA. These promotions reflect GLI’s commitment to world-class delivery and outstanding customer service for all its nearly 2,000 clients globally.

“These are trusted, exceptional leaders within our organization; their contributions are vital to our ongoing efforts to drive global consistency, providing a world-class delivery and customer experience for each of our clients, no matter the size or volume of submissions,” said GLI President & CEO James Maida. “We maintain this ongoing commitment to our customers by tirelessly enhancing testing strategies, processes and tools, training, and innovative solutions, and ensuring we have the highest caliber leadership driving the business forward. This commitment allows us to continue to advance and enhance our client and customer experience well into the future.”

Mackenzie Haugh – Chief Delivery Officer
Mackenzie Haugh has been with GLI for more than 20 years and was previously Vice President of Engineering. Haugh has extensive hands-on experience in the regulatory compliance testing of games, platforms, systems, hardware, protocols and peripherals for land-based lottery, online, mobile, and sports betting products. He believes in customized service-delivery experiences for customers, and leads his teams with passion, skill, and innovation. In the January 2020 issue of Global Gaming Business, he was named one of its “25 people to watch.”

James Boje – Managing Director, EMEA
James Boje has more than 35 years of experience in the gaming and hospitality industry, was previously GLI’s Chief Operating Officer for the EMEA region, and has held key positions with IGT, CPI and Aristocrat. He came to GLI in 2021 and has been working with key stakeholders including commercial teams and key client accounts to ensure transparent and smooth support service across all geographies. He believes in driving excellent customer service through employee engagement and fostering collaboration with global partners internally to drive excellence.

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Devon Dalbock – Chief Operating Officer, EMEA
Devon Dalbock has been with GLI since 2016 as General Manager, where he was responsible for GLI’s African and Indian operations, working with regulators in various jurisdictions on current technical standards and new developments. He has over 35 years of senior executive and management experience, with the past 15 years in the gaming industry. He is also recognized as an award-winning speaker and spokesperson. He will serve as Chief Operating Officer to the EMEA region and is located in the Netherlands office.

Martin Britton – Chairman, EMEA
Martin Britton, former Managing Director of EMEA, will be moving to a new role as EMEA Chairman. He has been a cornerstone of the organization’s growth in EMEA through his tireless work in new acquisitions, his work in preparing newly promoted team members for their new roles, and his sincere dedication to every office and employee throughout GLI’s network of labs. He will continue to focus on GLI’s global strategic direction and provide counsel and insight as EMEA continues to advance.

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Jackpot Digital Receives Approval from AGCO as a Registered Gaming Supplier

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Jackpot Digital Inc., a leading provider of innovative dealerless electronic poker gaming solutions, has announced that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has approved the Company to be licensed as a registered Gaming Related-Supplier (the “Supplier License”) under the Gaming Control Act in the Province of Ontario.

This significant achievement allows Jackpot Digital to enter one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing regulated gaming markets in North America. The Supplier License authorizes Jackpot Digital to supply its electronic table games to Ontario’s gaming venues, including casinos and other regulated gaming facilities.

Jackpot Digital’s flagship product, the Jackpot Blitz electronic table game system, offers a modern, dealerless, player-friendly solution that integrates traditional multiplayer poker games with cutting-edge digital technology. The Supplier License will enable the Company to offer its innovative gaming solutions to operators throughout Ontario, driving new revenue opportunities and enhancing player experiences.

“Receiving AGCO’s approval is a major milestone. This approval provides us with the opportunity to offer our top-tier electronic gaming systems to operators throughout all of Ontario, positioning us for further growth in one of the world’s most robust gaming markets. We are excited to bring our innovative products to Ontario’s gaming community and continue our commitment to providing exciting, technology-driven entertainment experiences,” said Jake Kalpakian, CEO of Jackpot Digital.

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Play’n GO announces partnership with Canadian operator PointsBet

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Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, has announced further expansion of its Canadian operations via a partnership with leading operator PointsBet in the province of Ontario.

The Swedish-founded gaming giant’s games will now be available to PointsBet players in the Canadian province, meaning classic titles such as Book of Dead, Rich Wilde and the Tome of Madness, and Reactoonz will now be available on the PointsBet platform.

The province of Ontario regulated online casino gaming in 2022, which saw Play’n GO enter the Canadian market for the first time. The company expanded into the province of Quebec earlier this year, and, as of June 2024, is also a proud member of the Canadian Gaming Association.

Magnus Olsson, Chief Commercial Officer at Play’n GO, commented, “Back in 2022, I said that “North America is right at the top of Play’n GO’s priority list, and Ontario is just the first step we plan to take”. This partnership with PointsBet shows we have yet to take our foot off the gas. We’ve proudly watched our games become instant hits in our two and a half years in the Ontarian region, and we have no plans to slow down any time soon.

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“It’s exciting to team up with a fellow Canadian Gaming Association member in PointsBet, and we can confidently say that we are working towards the same goal of a safe, regulated industry that is focused on player entertainment. We’re looking forward to working closely together following this milestone announcement.”

Scott Vanderwel, Chief Executive Officer at PointsBet, shared “Play’n GO has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality game content, and we’re thrilled to bring their titles to our platform. At PointsBet, our focus is on providing a safe and engaging entertainment experience for our players, and it’s clear that Play’n GO aligns with those values. Canadian casino enthusiasts recognize PointsBet as a trusted leader in iGaming, and this collaboration further enhances the exceptional experience we offer.”

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VICI Properties Inc. Enters into Agreement with Indigenous Gaming Partners Related to PURE Canadian Gaming

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VICI Properties Inc. announced that it has entered into an amendment and consented to the assignment of the master lease agreement with PURE Canadian Gaming Corp. (PURE) to an affiliate of Indigenous Gaming Partners Inc. (IGP), in connection with the acquisition of the operating assets of PURE by an affiliate of IGP.

IGP is a partnership of five institutional First Nations established to acquire gaming assets in North America. IGP has partnered with Sonco Gaming, one of Canada’s most experienced casino developers and managers, who will assist in the sourcing and execution of casino gaming investments, as well as management oversight of IGP’s portfolio.

Danny Valoy, Vice President of Business Development and Acquisitions, said: “This transaction demonstrates VICI’s ability to collaboratively work with existing partners while building new relationships with highly experienced operators and First Nations in international jurisdictions. We are pleased to welcome IGP as a new partner, and we look forward to expanding our relationship with IGP and Sonco as they pursue additional growth opportunities in the future.”

Anthony Novac, CEO of Sonco, said: “We are excited to work with VICI, an established partner in providing financial solutions to the gaming industry. We believe having a partner like VICI will give us a competitive advantage as we seek growth opportunities in the Canadian market.”

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In connection with entering into the amendment to the PURE Canadian master lease, VICI received a 5-year right of first offer (ROFO) on future sale-leaseback transactions. Any additional properties acquired pursuant to the ROFO will be added to the master lease.

The annual base rent of C$22.0 million (US$15.5 million based on the CAD:USD exchange rate as of December 9, 2024) and other economic terms of the PURE Canadian master lease will remain unchanged, including a base term of 25-years with four 5-year tenant renewal options, escalation of 1.25% per annum in lease year 3, with escalation equal to the greater of 1.5% and Canadian CPI (capped at 2.5%) starting in lease year 4, and a minimum capital expenditure requirement equal to 1.0% of annual net revenue. The lease, currently in lease year 2 and escalating on February 1 of each year, encompasses the following assets in Alberta, Canada: PURE Casino Edmonton, PURE Casino Yellowhead, PURE Casino Calgary and PURE Casino Lethbridge.

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