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Sumsub releases a KYC guide for the US and Canada gaming industry

The guide helps gaming, betting and gambling platforms prevent fraud and stay compliant with KYC/AML regulations in the US and Canada.
Sumsub, an all-in-one verification platform offering customizable KYC, KYB, KYT and AML solutions, has published “Identity verification for the gaming industry: US and Canada. A complete guide to balancing compliance, pass rates, and fraud protection”.
The guide focuses on the main challenges of the gambling industry, such as staying compliant with regulatory requirements while combating fraud and keeping user pass rates high.
Gross gaming revenue approached $53 billion last year in the US. In Canada, approximately 18.9 million (64.5%) Canadians aged 15 or older reported gambling in 2021. So while the industry is undoubtedly growing in North America, platforms need to pay even greater attention to responsible gaming to address social issues—particularly underage gambling.
Apart from that, fraud and money laundering remain a constant threat for gaming platforms and, ultimately, for the entire sector’s growth. Sumsub created this guide to help gambling businesses in the US and Canada fight fraud at every step of the customer journey and optimize verification procedures to increase onboarding speed and conversion.
Other pressing issues for the gaming industry include complex regulations. In the US, gambling is legal under federal law, but each state can regulate it separately. In Canada, each province manages gambling legislation on its own.
Failing to follow local requirements may result in fines and possible license suspension. For instance, the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission fined three sportsbooks a total of $150 thousand for credit card betting violations in April.
Outside the US and Canada, penalties for non-compliance can get especially severe. In August, the UK Gambling Commission imposed a record £17 million fine on Entain, a British gambling company, for serious AML failures. Penalties like this could easily destroy a company’s reputation and operational integrity, so staying compliant is now becoming existential for gambling businesses worldwide.
This guide is based on insights from Sumsub’s certified compliance team and the best practices of its gambling clients. Its recommendations for optimized user verification flow include: 1) maximizing automation of checks to minimize wait time and retain more customers; 2) using the most appropriate documents in the verification process, like an SSN check for US citizens; 3) never obliging applicants to do the full KYC (Know Your Customer) procedure at the onboarding stage; 4) using level-based verification and introducing extra checks only when they’re truly necessary; 5) tailoring verification flows for different client segments based on their risk profiles.
“The principles of effective user onboarding and compliance for gaming, betting and gambling platforms are simple to grasp yet tricky to implement. The key to this challenge is finding a trusted verification provider that offers not only impeccable KYC and anti-fraud solutions, but also has enough expertise to help you navigate a shifting regulatory landscape and customize verification flows in the best possible way. Sumsub is an all-in-one provider with international expertise in KYC/AML and the highest conversion rates in both core and emerging markets–94.59% in Canada, 91.64% in the US and 90.98% in Brazil. We are happy to share compliance advice and verification tips with our global audience and showcase best practices for gambling clients seeking to grow outside North America”. — said Andrew Sever, co-founder and CEO of Sumsub.
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Rivalry Provides Update on Management Cease Trade Order

Rivalry Corp. (the “Company” or “Rivalry”) (TSXV: RVLY) (OTCQX: RVLCF) (FSE: 9VK), is providing this bi-weekly update on the status of a management cease trade order granted on May 1, 2025 (the “MCTO”) by its principal regulator, the Ontario Securities Commission (the “OSC”), under National Policy 12-203 – Management Cease Trade Orders (“NP 12-203”). On May 2, 2025, the Company announced that there would be a delay in the filing of its annual financial statements, management’s discussion and analysis and related CEO and CFO certificates for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 (collectively, the “Annual Filings”), as required under applicable Canadian securities laws (the “Default Announcement”). As stated in the Default Announcement, the Company expects to complete the Annual Filings by June 30, 2025.
The Company advises that: (i) there have been no material changes to the information contained in the Default Announcement; (ii) it intends to continue to comply with the alternative information guidelines of NP 12-203; and (iii) except as previously disclosed, there are no subsequent specified defaults (actual or anticipated) within the meaning of NP 12-203.
The MCTO will remain in effect until the Company is no longer in default with respect to its filing requirements and the OSC lifts the cease trade order.
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Random State obtains Ontario iGaming licence

Random State (“RS”), the Swedish studio behind next‑generation iLottery and multiplayer bingo content, has been granted a Gaming‑Related Supplier – Manufacturer licence by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). The approval, effective 14 May 2025, authorises RS to offer its games and platform services to licensed operators across Ontario.
“Securing the Ontario licence is a milestone our entire team has worked tirelessly toward,” said Adam Fonsica, Co‑Founder & COO at Random State. “Ontario not only validates the quality and integrity of our technology; it provides a launchpad for our broader North‑American expansion. We can’t wait to introduce our eInstant titles and multiplayer bingo hub to Ontario players later this year, together with a soon‑to‑be‑announced operator.”
The licence clears the way for RS to roll out its full product portfolio in Ontario:
Interactive eInstants – instant‑win games that re‑imagine traditional lottery mechanics with modern gameplay and rich visuals.
Multiplayer bingo – a complete suite of 90-, 75-, 80/60/40‑ and 30‑ball variants, featuring progressive jackpots, Pot Booster and real‑time chat hosting.
Turn‑key iGaming platform – advanced Player Account Management (PAM), certified RNG, gamification engine and a WYSIWYG game‑configuration tool that lets operators launch new games in minutes.
Random State expects its first Ontario go‑live in Q3 2025, delivering both eInstants and multiplayer bingo on day one.
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NOVOMATIC Launches GLOBE LINK Xtension Volume 2

Once again, Cartagena became the center of the gaming industry, and NOVOMATIC’s booth at GAT Cartagena drew everyone’s attention with the official launch of GLOBE LINK Xtension Volume 2, a solution that refreshes and strengthens the brand’s Linked Progressives portfolio.
The launch was presented as part of the exclusive RUBY PACKAGE, which combines this new game series with the BLACK EDITION II 1.49J cabinet – a vertical format with a J-curved screen, ideal for showcasing immersive bonus games and captivating visual elements – along with a completely renewed sign that is designed to have a high visual impact and enhance floor performance.
With engaging mechanics – such as Golden Spins, Expanding Reels, and the Xpress Feature – plus five high-performing titles (Golden Chicago XL, Savanna Heat, Sugar Bliss, Thunder Reign, and Tiki Crush), this new jackpot was undoubtedly one of the highlights of the event.
For operators seeking premium experiences, NOVOMATIC introduced the OBSIDIAN PACKAGE, combining the IMPERA LINK Series 2 jackpot with the BLACK EDITION II 3.27 cabinet, which is known for its striking design and operational versatility.
Alongside these solutions, the brand reinforced its leadership in the Linked Progressives category, showcasing options like SUPERIA GOLDEN LINK Volume 2, available in the BLACK EDITION II 3.32, and NOVOLINE GOLDEN LINK Edition 2, displayed in the MASTER SL 3.32 cabinet.
In the multi-game segment, NOVOMATIC showcased the renowned NOVOLINE Interactive Edition X4 and Impera Line HD Edition 9, both integrated into PANTHER 2.27 cabinets, recognized for their proven performance and adaptability to different floor profiles.
“With GLOBE LINK Xtension Volume 2, we’re adding a new alternative to our flagship category. This launch enhances the player experience through real innovation and tools that help our clients achieve better results,” said Manuel Del Sol, Managing Director of NOVOMATIC Gaming Colombia.
NOVOMATIC’s booth at GAT Cartagena also became a place for making connections. Clients, operators, and partners enjoyed personalized attention in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere that fostered genuine conversations and meaningful networking.
“At GAT Cartagena, our goal wasn’t just to showcase our products, but also to create a space where our clients could truly experience the brand. Our booth reflected that vision: top-tier solutions, personalized service, and a setting designed to build real relationships,” added Manuel Del Sol, Managing Director of NOVOMATIC Gaming Colombia.
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