Ohio Casino Control Commission

Ohio Casino Control Commission’s Anna Marin Russell Is the 2023 American Gambling Awards Regulator of the Year

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

The American Gambling Awards is pleased to announce Ohio Casino Control Commission Director of Licensing & Investigations and Senior Legal Counsel Anna Marin Russell is the 2023 “Regulator of the Year.” The American Gambling Awards is produced by Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) (“Gambling.com Group” or the “Group”), a leading provider of player acquisition services for the regulated global online gambling industry.

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  • The American Gambling Awards is pleased to announce Ohio Casino Control Commission Director of Licensing & Investigations and Senior Legal Counsel Anna Marin Russell is the 2023 “Regulator of the Year.” The American Gambling Awards is produced by Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) (“Gambling.com Group” or the “Group”), a leading provider of player acquisition services for the regulated global online gambling industry.
  • The Ohio Casino Control Commission has been a leader in gaming industry regulation and has developed a reputation for "firm but fair" enforcement of state standards for advertising, licensing, and other key industry elements.
  • The Commission was responsible for several major successes, including orchestrating a successful sports betting (retail and online) launch on its stated target date of January 1, 2023.
  • Charles Gillespie, Chief Executive Officer of Gambling.com Group, said, “Anna Marin Russell has been a strong guiding force of the gaming industry in Ohio and is very deserving of receiving the Regulator of the Year award.

Sports Betting Related Requests for Help Headline 2023 Problem Gambling Awareness Month Annual Report

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Monday, March 6, 2023

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In the first month of legalized sports betting, calls to Ohio's Problem Gambling Helpline increased 227% from January 2022 to January 2023, according to an Ohio for Responsible Gambling report released in tandem with Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In the first month of legalized sports betting, calls to Ohio's Problem Gambling Helpline increased 227% from January 2022 to January 2023, according to an Ohio for Responsible Gambling report released in tandem with Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March.
  • In 2022, the number of calls to Ohio's Problem Gambling Helpline increased for the sixth consecutive year.
  • The report also has initial data from the first month of legalized sports betting in January 2023.
  • Key findings include:
    A 135% increase in helpline calls from December of 2022 (the last month prior to legalization) vs. January 2023, the first month of legalized sports betting.

betPARX® Launches Mobile Sports Betting in Ohio

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- betPARX announced the launch of mobile sports betting in the state of Ohio via its partnership with the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday and the PGA TOUR.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- betPARX announced the launch of mobile sports betting in the state of Ohio via its partnership with the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday and the PGA TOUR.
  • "betPARX is thrilled to announce its mobile sports betting debut in Ohio.
  • betPARX is one of the leaders in mobile betting and iGaming in North America and leverages superb technology, products and best Ohio marketing promotions.
  • betPARX sportsbook brings its first in class mobile betting experience to the passionate sports fans of Ohio.

Elys Obtains GLI-33 and GLI-20 Platform Certification for Operational Deployment in Ohio

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

SSBT’s are key to the retail or land-based sports betting market, which is a focal point of Elys’ initial U.S. implementation strategy.

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  • SSBT’s are key to the retail or land-based sports betting market, which is a focal point of Elys’ initial U.S. implementation strategy.
  • Our internal analysis of available statistics estimates that the annual gross revenue in the U.S. could hit approximately $10 billion in 2023 and could potentially reach approximately $16 to $21 billion by 2026 assuming that the U.S. regulatory landscape expands to 42 states.
  • As previously stated, we continue to hold our estimate that the addressable market for our Elys technology in the U.S. can significantly outsize that of our Italian core operations over the next few years, and thus scaling value creation for our long-term shareholders.
  • The innovative distributed model architecture of our cutting-edge betting technology certainly should make its mark on the global gaming industry in the coming years.”

Elys Game Technology Completes Formal License Approval Process in Ohio

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Friday, January 6, 2023

NEW YORK, NY, Jan. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Elys Game Technology, Corp. (“Elys" or the “Company") (Nasdaq: ELYS)(BER:3UW), an interactive gaming and sports betting technology company, today announced that on December 31st the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary Elys Gameboard Technologies, LLC received approval for Type C sports gaming proprietor licensure from the Ohio Casino Control Commission (“OCCC”) for a period of 5 years effective January 1, 2023.

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  • NEW YORK, NY, Jan. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Elys Game Technology, Corp. (“Elys" or the “Company") (Nasdaq: ELYS)(BER:3UW), an interactive gaming and sports betting technology company, today announced that on December 31st the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary Elys Gameboard Technologies, LLC received approval for Type C sports gaming proprietor licensure from the Ohio Casino Control Commission (“OCCC”) for a period of 5 years effective January 1, 2023.
  • The commencement of betting transactions in Ohio remains subject to ongoing proprietor suitability and continuous maintenance of compliance requirements of the Ohio Lottery as well as any additional required compliance and certifications for the duration of the license.
  • With over 30 plus years of experience in the small business leisure betting sector, the Company intends to invest in the right infrastructure to protect the integrity of the market and prior to launching, ensure problem-free operations for our hosts for years to come.
  • We, and our partners, are committed to providing the best possible solution for sports bettors and long-term prosperity for our host operators in Ohio.

New Problem Gambling Awareness Campaign Created to Address Legalized Sports Betting in Ohio

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Thursday, December 29, 2022

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With legalized sports betting arriving in Ohio on Jan. 1, 2023, Ohio For Responsible Gambling (ORG) launched a new effort to educate Ohioans on the dangers of problem gambling and how to play responsibly.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With legalized sports betting arriving in Ohio on Jan. 1, 2023, Ohio For Responsible Gambling (ORG) launched a new effort to educate Ohioans on the dangers of problem gambling and how to play responsibly.
  • Amanda Blackford, Director of Operations and Problem Gambling Services, Ohio Casino Control Commission, said this campaign focuses on responsible play and the nuances of sports betting that can pose problems for some gamblers.
  • "In other states that preceded Ohio in legalizing sports betting, we've seen higher interest and more struggles with problem gambling," Blackford said.
  • Derek Longmeier, Executive Director, Problem Gambling Network of Ohio, said the campaign emphasizes the importance of early detection.

Underdog Granted Online Sportsbook License in Ohio

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Underdog Sports, the fastest growing paid fantasy sports company ever, has been awarded a license by the Ohio Casino Control Commission to operate as an online sports betting service provider in the state once legal wagering launches in 2023.

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  • Underdog Sports, the fastest growing paid fantasy sports company ever, has been awarded a license by the Ohio Casino Control Commission to operate as an online sports betting service provider in the state once legal wagering launches in 2023.
  • In addition to plans to deliver a differentiated sports betting platform to users in Ohio, Underdog has reached an agreement with Major League Baseballs Cincinnati Reds to be a market-access partner.
  • Today marks a significant milestone in Underdogs history and were thrilled to have been granted a license to operate in Ohio, said Jeremy Levine, President and Chairman of Underdog.
  • Ohio marks one of several states where Underdog is aiming to roll out its innovative real-money sportsbook in the coming years, in addition to its industry-leading daily fantasy products, to create deeper connections with sports fans across the country.

Elys Game Technology Granted Conditional License Approval in Ohio

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022

NEW YORK, NY, Nov. 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Elys Game Technology, Corp. (Elys" or the Company") (Nasdaq: ELYS)(BER:3UW), an interactive gaming and sports betting technology company, today announced that on November 16th the Company was granted conditional approval forType C sports gaming proprietor licensure from the Ohio Casino Control Commission(OCCC) for a period of 5 years effective January 1, 2023.

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  • NEW YORK, NY, Nov. 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Elys Game Technology, Corp. (Elys" or the Company") (Nasdaq: ELYS)(BER:3UW), an interactive gaming and sports betting technology company, today announced that on November 16th the Company was granted conditional approval forType C sports gaming proprietor licensure from the Ohio Casino Control Commission(OCCC) for a period of 5 years effective January 1, 2023.
  • The Company has commenced programming of its technology platform to comply with betting compliance specifications of the Ohio Lottery and has entered into an agreement to purchase 100 point of sale terminals and 100 self-service betting terminals for installation at host locations throughout Ohio.
  • Elys Game Technology, Corp. , is a B2B global gaming technology company operating in multiple countries worldwide, with B2C online and land-based gaming operations in Italy.
  • Elys' vision is to become a global leader in the gaming industry through the development of pioneering and innovative technology.

Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company Secures Approval for Sports Betting Licenses

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

CANTON, Ohio, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company ("HOFV" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW), the only resort, entertainment and media company centered around the power of professional football, today announces it has taken the next step toward live sports betting by securing conditional approval from the state for mobile and retail sports books.

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  • CANTON, Ohio, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company ("HOFV" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW), the only resort, entertainment and media company centered around the power of professional football, today announces it has taken the next step toward live sports betting by securing conditional approval from the state for mobile and retail sports books.
  • The HOFV/RSI retail sportsbook will be named "BetRivers Sportsbook" and will be located at the Hall of Fame Village's Fan Engagement Zone, a sports and entertainment-themed promenade.
  • Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: HOFV, HOFVW) is a resort and entertainment company leveraging the power and popularity of professional football and its legendary players in partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
  • Headquartered in Canton, Ohio, the Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company is the owner of the Hall of Fame Village, a multi-use sports, entertainment and media destination centered around the Pro Football Hall of Fame's campus.

Elys Game Technology Surpasses 100 Signed Host Locations in Ohio

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Elys Game Technology, Corp .

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Elys Game Technology, Corp .
  • ( Elys or the Company) (Nasdaq: ELYS), an interactive gaming and sports betting technology company, today announced that the Company and its partner, Wright Bet , have surpassed 100 host locations signed up for the Companys land-based sportsbook services in the state of Ohio.The Companys expected January 2023 launch of sports wagering in the state of Ohio is subject to regulatory approval, and all required licenses must be approved by the Ohio Casino Control Commission.
  • Elys Game Technology, Corp., is a B2B global gaming technology company operating in multiple countries worldwide, with B2C online and land-based gaming operations in Italy.
  • Elys vision is to become a global leader in the gaming industry through the development of pioneering and innovative technology.