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BCLC and MGM Resorts Partner Up for Player Health with 5-Year GameSense Extension

In a win-win for the greater good, BCLC is providing its industry-leading player-health program, GameSense, to MGM Resorts International (MGM Resorts) for another five years. With the extension of this contract, more players across North America will have access to tools and resources that support healthy play when they visit any of MGM Resorts’ properties.
The announcement comes a week ahead of BCLC’s 11th Annual New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference, which brings industry leaders, researchers and policy-makers together from around the globe to share knowledge and insights about player health strategies.
Through licensing GameSense, BCLC is creating a community-of-practice that raises the standard of care in the industry by implementing evidence-based player-health programs. As part of this extension agreement, MGM Resorts has committed to support responsible gambling research, the details of which will be revealed at BCLC’s New Horizons conference.
“BCLC and MGM Resorts both recognize that the health of our players goes hand-in-hand with the health of our business. When we work together to share best practices that support positive play, our players win and we win,” said Pat Davis, BCLC’s CEO & President. “We’re proud to continue offering the GameSense experience at MGM Resorts to help make gambling safer here in B.C. and beyond.”
Launched by BCLC in 2009, GameSense encourages healthy gambling behaviours by giving players the tools to support informed decisions. This includes helping players understand the odds of winning, the truth behind gambling myths and how to set and stick to personally allocated time and monetary limits.
When BCLC originally shared its program with MGM Resorts in 2017, it was the first time that a commercial gambling company in North America adopted a program of this kind. Since then, MGM Resorts has embedded the GameSense experience into its operations across the United States.
GameSense’s responsible gambling tips and reminders are delivered to players visiting MGM Resorts’ properties through signage, television screens, slot machines, kiosks and conversations with staff.
“Through our partnership and collaboration with BCLC, we’re proud to set the standard and do our part to ensure that gaming is an enjoyable experience,” said Bill Hornbuckle, MGM Resorts’ CEO & President. “As the industry expands, we will continue to provide players tools and capabilities that empower everyone to play responsibly.”
In total, 11 different organizations across Canada and the U.S. are using BCLC’s GameSense, including the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and Canadian provinces/territories B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and Yukon.
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Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. Names Carlo Santarelli Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations

Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. announced that Carlo Santarelli has been appointed Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations, a new position at the Company. Mr. Santarelli will begin his new position on August 18, 2025 and will report to GLPI President and Chief Operating Officer, Brandon Moore.
Mr. Santarelli brings over 25 years of Wall Street experience in Equity Research and Investment Banking to his new role and joins the Company from Deutsche Bank where he was Managing Director of Gaming & Lodging Equity Research. Prior to Deutsche Bank, Mr. Santarelli held similar positions at Bear Stearns, JP Morgan and Wells Fargo. He consistently ranked highly in Institutional Investor and other sell-side analyst research polls as a thought leader in the space, providing unique perspectives on industry events and trends with his data-driven approach and stock picking talent. Carlo Santarelli graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. in Economics in 2000.
Peter Carlino, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GLPI, said: “We’ve known and respected Carlo’s research work on the gaming, lodging and gaming REIT sectors for many years. Carlo brings to GLPI an in-depth knowledge of the industry and its participants, having experienced GLPI’s original formation of the gaming triple-net-REIT structure from a research analyst and capital markets perspective. We value his deep network of contacts among institutional investors, sell-side analysts and a wide range of gaming industry operators and we look forward to the value of his contributions.”
In his new role, Mr. Santarelli will work with Mr. Carlino and GLPI’s senior management to develop and evaluate growth opportunities and strategic relationships, and will oversee investor relations interactions.
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VIP Play Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer

VIP Play, a technology-driven leader in interactive consumer engagement, announced that Jim Mackey, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, will step down from his role, effective August 8, 2025.
The Company has initiated a transition process and is in the process of identifying a successor. Mackey will assist in an orderly transition over the coming weeks.
“We thank Jim for his contributions to the Company, particularly during a transformative period for our business. We remain focused on executing our strategic priorities, including financial visibility, operating efficiency, and delivering value to our stakeholders,” said Les Ottolenghi, CEO of VIP Play.
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BETBY LAUNCHES COMPREHENSIVE REPORT ON PERU’S REGULATED GAMBLING MARKET

BETBY, the premium supplier of cutting-edge sportsbook solutions, has published a detailed report titled “The Peruvian Breakthrough: A Market Ready for Takeoff”, offering a thorough analysis of the country’s newly regulated iGaming industry.
Following the implementation of Peru’s online gambling framework in 2024, this report explores the legislative transformation, market growth trends, and consumer behavior shaping one of Latin America’s most promising emerging markets.
The report covers several key aspects, including:
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✅ Player profiles and betting behavior, with insights into frequency, motivations, and engagement across age and gender groups;
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✅ Competitive landscape, with a breakdown of leading operators and changes in market share.
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