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Quebec to appeal Supreme Court verdict on gambling legislation
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The Quebec government has decided to file an appeal against the Quebec Supreme Court verdict that deemed the government’s legal amendment to restrict online gaming through telecommunication service providers unlawful. The Quebec government is firm on it stand that they are acting in the best interests of their citizens. However, online gaming businesses and telecommunications service providers are against the appeal. They say that government is only trying to protect the interests of the state-owned lottery system that has not had as much success as the other lottery offerings in Canada. The Attorney General of Quebec has filed a notice of appeal with the Supreme Court.
Canada allows many different types of gambling in the country, and it is governed by each province, rather than nationally by the Canadian government. The province of Quebec allows casino gaming, as well as First Nation casinos. Lottery gaming, both online and onsite, is allowed in the province as well. The province also allows sports betting, online and onsite, but it does not currently allow single sport betting.
The Law
Lawmakers in Quebec passed Bill 74 in May of 2016. The legislation that passed mandates internet service providers to block the public’s access to all unlicensed gaming sites. The bill applies to any sites that are not regulated by the Quebec government. The government initially stated that over 2,200 websites would be blocked, which might mean up to 8.2 million residents could not access those sites banned by the government. In addition, internet service providers who refused to block sites could be subject to a $76,000 fine for each offense.
One of the problems with the law, according to researchers, is that the province does not license any other lottery site except its own, which many experts say results in a monopoly for the Quebec lottery site.
However, Quebec legislators have said that they passed the bill in order to protect the public from the social ills associated with gambling. The province pointed out that not only did the unlicensed sites have the potential to cause gambling addiction and other criminal behaviour in Quebec, but that the province was losing revenue from illegal gaming sites. It has been estimated by researchers that the province is losing millions of dollars in revenue.
Challenges to the View
However, the bill was challenged by the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association, because it argued that the ban would be expensive, and was not in line with Canada’s net neutrality. In addition, the companies argued that the ban on websites would not do any good, because many of the gaming websites are located offshore, and would not be affected by the ban.
The judge in the case sided with the Canadian telecommunications companies, and stated that the bill was not only against the best interests of the state, but was also a violation of the Canadian Radio-Television Commission Act, which argues against monopolies and for net neutrality.
Source: USAonlinecasino.com
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Fast Track welcomes PolarLotto: taking online lotto in Sweden to new heights
Malta, 28th March 2024 – PolarLotto, a leading provider of lotto betting services in Sweden, has just announced a strategic partnership with Fast Track, a leading provider of CRM solutions designed specifically for the iGaming industry. This collaboration aims to propel PolarLotto’s expansion from offline to online offerings, bringing the excitement of the world’s biggest lotteries to Swedish players in a safe and responsible manner.
PolarLotto prides itself on its commitment to transparent and ethical gaming practices, with a focus on player safety and responsible gaming. By teaming up with Fast Track, PolarLotto aims to leverage cutting-edge technology to expand its business model from traditional to online, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for its customers.
Commenting on the partnership, Benjamin Burstein, CEO of PolarLotto, expressed enthusiasm about the possibilities ahead, stating, “We are excited to embark on this journey of transforming our business with the latest technology and automation tools provided by Fast Track. As we transition to the online space, we are confident that Fast Track’s expertise in custom segmentation, real-time data capabilities, and personalised experiences will enable us to better serve our players and achieve our business objectives.”
Fast Track also expressed confidence in the partnership, highlighting the potential for exceptional results through its Singularity model, which uses AI and machine learning to deliver tailored content to players, at the right time and through the most effective channel. “We are thrilled to partner with PolarLotto and support their online expansion,” said Simon Lidzén, CEO and co-founder of Fast Track. Our tools are designed to empower lean teams to achieve remarkable results, and we look forward to helping PolarLotto maximise their online presence and engagement.”
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Red Bull Gaming premieres ‘Memories of CS:GO’ documentary highlighting the game’s early years
As the CS2 PGL Major in Copenhagen is set to kick off, Red Bull Media House will unveil a captivating feature-length documentary, “Memories of CS:GO – The Early Years,” an ode to one of the most influential games ever made.
This film takes viewers on an immersive journey through the origins and evolution of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO), featuring personal accounts and defining moments from several of the most legendary figures of the game.
The 90-minute documentary, narrated by Counter-Strike commentator Henry “HenryG” Greer, chronicles the remarkable trajectory of CS:GO, from its grassroots beginnings to becoming a global esports phenomenon.
Produced by Red Bull Media House, the film captures the essence of the game through the eyes of its most well known players, including Olof “olofmeister” Kajbjer Gustafsson, Patrik “f0rest” Lindberg, Richard “shox” Papillon, Gabriel “FalleN” Toledo, and Jarosław “pashaBiceps” Jarząbkowski, among others.
The documentary’s release is timed to precede the playoff stage of the PGL Major Copenhagen, scheduled for March 26, 2024. It will premiere on Red Bull Gaming’s YouTube channel at 21:00 CEST, offering viewers worldwide an insider’s perspective on the beloved game.
Event Details:
- What: Premiere of “Memories of CS:GO – The Early Years”
- When: March 26th, 2024, at 21:00 CEST
- Where to watch: Red Bull Gaming’s Youtube Channel
- The “CS:GO Memories” documentary can be viewed shareit.redbull.com
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2023 ESPI package
The following documents in pdf format are equivalents of the official Consolidated Financial Statement which were reported in ESPI (download in the zip file above)
2023 Consolidated Financial Statement
2023 Management Board Report on Activities
Independent Auditor’s Report on the Audit of Annual Consolidated Financial Statements
Link to the stream
Link to the chat with individual investors
Presentation
Factsheet
Financial data
Transcription of the conference and Q&A session
For complete press release visit tensquaregames.com
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