Canada
X1 Esports & Entertainment Completes IPO, Will Commence Trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange Under the Symbol “XONE”
X1 Esports & Entertainment, a games & media portfolio company, announced that its shares will begin trading on June 30, 2022 on the Canadian Securities Exchange. X1 will trade under the stock ticker symbol “XONE”.
“We could not be more proud of our organization in reaching this milestone of listing on the Canadian Securities Exchange. In addition to our existing assets, there is a great opportunity to acquire companies within the games and creator economy markets that we believe can benefit tremendously from being a part of the X1 ecosystem,” X1 Chief Executive Officer Mark Elfenbein said.
The Company has completed its initial public offering for aggregate gross proceeds of $3,111,669, consisting of the sale of 6,914,820 units at a price of $0.45 per Unit. The Offering was completed pursuant to a final prospectus dated May 19, 2022. Each Unit consisted of one (1) common share in the capital of the Company and one (1) common share purchase warrant. Each Warrant will be exercisable for 2 years to purchase an additional Common Share at a price of $0.70.
A cash commission of $140,854 was paid to the Company’s agent Research Capital Corporation as well as a corporate finance fee of $30,000, which was paid through the issuance of 66,667 Units, plus applicable taxes paid in cash. In addition, the Agent and its selling group members received 313,007 non-transferable agent’s options to acquire up to 313,007 Common Shares at a price of $0.70 per Common Share until June 29, 2024.
Canada
ComeOn Group adds sportsbook to its offering in Ontario
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)
Canada
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.
Canada
IAGR announces Toronto as host city for 2025 conference
Hot on the heels of its most attended conference in history, the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) is excited to announce that its 2025 conference will take place in Toronto, Canada, from October 20 to 23, 2025.
The event will be held in partnership with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) at the Westin Harbour Castle, offering stunning waterfront views and a premier, downtown Toronto location.
‘Fresh off the success of our Rome conference, we’re thrilled to continue the momentum with next year’s event in Toronto,’ said Ben Haden, IAGR President.
‘The IAGR 2025 conference promises to be another unparalleled opportunity for our global community to come together, collaborate and shape the future of gaming regulation. We’re looking forward to working with AGCO to bring it all together.’
AGCO CEO and Registrar Dr. Karin Schnarr, added, ‘We’re excited to welcome IAGR and its members to Toronto. This partnership provides a great opportunity to share Ontario’s innovative regulatory practices and foster meaningful discussions that drive positive change in the industry.’
Stay tuned for registration details early next year.
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