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IPTU Fall 2023: Online gaming operator fined $150K for failing to protect player from massive losses: AGCO

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https://toronto.citynews.ca/20...-massive-losses-agco

- A registered Internet gaming operator has 150K in fines levied against them by AGCO (Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario) for allowing/incentivizing a vulnerable player who had flagged as high risk on multiple occasions.

- The company had even enticed player who withdrew consent with bonuses and credits, tickets to sporting events. -- There are many tools they use to get people hooked.

- Article identifies that companies have an obligation to monitor and proactively intervene when problem gambling activity is occurring to reduce harms.

11/13/2312:41 AM

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