AGCO fines GCE $120K over on line casino software program use

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has fined Great Canadian Entertainment (GCE) $120,000 after unauthorized gaming software program was found at 4 casinos throughout Ontario.

In a news release Monday, the AGCO stated it found 40 situations the place revoked or unapproved invoice validator software program had been put in on the casinos Feb. 20 and March 15, 2025.

The AGCO didn’t specify which casinos had been in possession of the unauthorized software program.

Bill validators which can be a part of gaming machines confirm the authenticity and worth of money inserted into the machines.

According to AGCO, these validators “must undergo rigorous testing and approval” so regulators can affirm they function as meant and “perform critical functions reliably.”

The AGCO additionally stated that on line casino operators are accountable guaranteeing that modifications to gaming methods are “properly, reviewed, tested and authorized” earlier than implementation.

“When unauthorized software is used in a live casino environment, it bypasses critical safeguards that are meant to uphold the integrity of gaming and the public’s confidence in the system,” stated Dr. Karin Schnarr, chief govt officer and registrar, AGCO, in a press release.

“The AGCO will continue to hold all casino operators accountable for meeting Ontario’s high standards of gaming system integrity.”

A on line casino operator served with an order of financial penalty has the suitable to attraction the registrar’s motion inside 15 days to the Licence Appeal Tribunal.