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MediaTroopers Obtains Ancillary Sports Wagering License in Washington State

MediaTroopers is coming to the Evergreen State! The prominent US digital marketing agency announced this week that it received an Ancillary Sports Wagering License in Washington State. As a provider of integral sports wagering services, the company was awarded the vendor license from the Washington State Gambling Commission. Now, MediaTroopers can expand its top-quality marketing services and bring its decades of combined knowledge in the online gambling and sports betting markets to the Evergreen State.
Compared to other regulated markets in the US, Washington has taken a somewhat unconventional approach to legal sportsbooks. Many even consider it to be a conservative state when it comes to gambling. WA lawmakers legalized sports wagering in 2020, but betting is currently only permitted at the state’s tribal casinos. Similarly, mobile sports betting is only allowed while on tribal land.
Native American gaming operators were given the go-ahead to launch retail sportsbooks, with Washington’s first retail betting location opening at the Snoqualmie Casino in September 2021. Yet, with 30 tribal casinos in the state operated by two dozen tribes, there is plenty of potential in the Evergreen State. Now, WA bettors can wager on many standard markets, including professional sports, eSports, and college sports, except for games played by universities in Washington State.
Shmulik Segal, the CEO and Co-Founder of MediaTroopers, said, “MediaTroopers is pleased to announce that we’ve received our Ancillary Sports Wagering License from the Washington State Gambling Commission. Despite Washington State’s unconventional route to legalized sports betting, we have high hopes and a great belief in this emerging market.”
Washington State joins over a dozen other regulated industries in the US to provide MediaTroopers with state licensing. These include successful and promising gambling markets in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Nevada, West Virginia, Michigan, and more. With a focus on emerging and newly legalized markets, MediaTroopers’ launch in Washington comes at an exciting time for the company.
“Here at MediaTroopers, we are beyond thrilled to have been awarded this prestigious license from the WSG,” Segal stated. “As we strive to provide our clients with country-wide coverage and the advantage of far reach. This expansion into Washington State is a huge milestone for us, allowing us to reach new audiences and prospective bettors in the Evergreen State.”
Segal continued, “Still, we are mindful that with this incredible opportunity comes the responsibility to promote safe yet entertaining sports betting to our customers in the Evergreen State. After many successful launches throughout 2022, including in states like Mississippi and Louisiana and provinces like Ontario, we are looking forward to working in Washington State and bringing its people plenty of excitement with safe sports betting.”
Compliance Updates
MC Games Announces Ombudsman Channel for User Questions

MC Games has officially announced its exclusive ombudsman channel. The space arises to listen carefully to the opinions, suggestions, doubts and possible complaints of the platform’s users, ensuring direct dialogue and continuous improvement of the services offered.
Thinking about every detail so as not to leave any player with an unsolved problem, MC Games offers several steps to help players: First, the bettor finds a team with humanized support, 24 hours a day, in the chat. If the problem is still not resolved, the gaming platform offers the Ombudsman Channel to answer major questions, which are beyond the basic guidelines on how to withdraw, make a deposit or other such issues.
In a simple and intuitive way, the user is faced with the “Report on the Web” button on the site, directing him to the Customer Service Center. There, he will be able to answer questions, with the requested information, ensuring that his service happens quickly, safely, and efficiently.
The same space also works for those who want to share compliments, report the browsing experience on the platform and even send suggestions, so that the MC Games team can increasingly improve the experience of its audience, offering the most innovative in the market.
Compliance Updates
Chicago City Council Members Pushing to Legalize Video Gambling

Chicago City Council members are reviving plans to legalize video gambling in the city, introducing two ordinances that could bring hundreds of terminals to O’Hare and Midway airports and allow machines citywide for the first time.
One ordinance, introduced by Alderman Gilbert Villegas (36th), targets the city’s airports, where he sees both political feasibility and high revenue potential.
“The General Assembly has provided this opportunity through the casino bill. Yet, we’re not taking advantage of capturing dollars from one of the busiest airports in the country,” Villegas said.
“People are there, in some cases, one or two hours before. If their flight is delayed or they’re making a connection and there is a delay, there’s an opportunity to capture an audience that may not even be going to the city.”
Villegas’ proposal includes a $10,000 license fee per location, plus $500 per terminal. A separate terminal license would cost $1000, with an additional $500 per unit. If 400 machines each generated $800 daily, Villegas estimates annual revenue could reach $116.8 million, with the city taking a share through licensing and taxes.
Alderman Anthony Beale (9th) is pushing for a broader citywide expansion. His ordinance would legalize video gambling throughout Chicago, including in neighborhood bars and restaurants.
“We need to do it citywide and at the airports. We need the revenue and this administration has not shown a willingness to find new revenue that’s not gonna hit the taxpayers in every household,” Beale said.
Beale’s ordinance proposes a $500 license fee per location and a $1000-per-terminal charge for both the site and the machine itself. He has criticized the administration for dismissing the potential benefits, arguing that the current tax formula could be renegotiated with state lawmakers.
“That’s because they haven’t shown the willingness to go down to Springfield and change the formula. I’m hoping that submitting these ordinances will finally convince them to send a team down there,” he said.
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Prime Skill Games Inc. Official Response to AGCO Press Release

As CEO of Prime Skill Games Inc., I feel compelled to address recent comments made by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario regarding so-called unapproved gambling machines in convenience stores across the province.
Let me be perfectly clear
Our machines are not gambling devices. They are entirely skill-based, fully compliant with the law, and built on the fundamental idea that players are in control. The outcome of every session is determined solely by the player’s ability, not by random chance.
Prime Skill Games is proud to be the only true skill game operating in Ontario today.
We categorically reject any suggestion that our products fall under the definition of unregulated gambling. Such statements are inaccurate, misleading, and fail to recognize the critical distinction between games of skill and games of chance.
We stand firmly behind the legality of our machines and the integrity of our operations. We will demonstrate this through every available means, whether through legal documentation, expert analysis, or, if necessary, before the courts. We are prepared and unafraid to defend the truth.
To our players, partners, and business community, we want to reassure you that our mission has not changed. We are committed to offering a responsible, transparent, and innovative entertainment experience. We will not be intimidated by broad and baseless accusations, and we will continue to move forward with strength and clarity.
Sincerely
Matt ZamroĹşniak
Chief Executive Officer
Prime Skill Games Inc.
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