In recent years, tech has started to gain an even greater influence on our daily lives. That coupled with a lifestyle that is also becoming more digital and online, our habits are constantly developing and changing. For one rapidly growing industry in particularly, these advances have been extremely beneficial for the continued growth, not only in Canada, but around the rest of the world.
Online casinos have quickly come to the attention of Canadians since April 2022, when Ontario became the first province in Canada to fully legalize online gambling. This includes the playing of popular casino games such as blackjack, roulette, poker, and slots in a high-quality, interactive online form, and online sports betting.
Ontario’s decision to allow its citizens to play these games has changed the landscape and attitude towards online casinos within the country and since 2022, the online casino industry has evolved rapidly to now include offerings such as live casino play, more live betting markets, and mobile play. The latter is proving especially popular amongst the online casino playing population and as a result, many new businesses and companies are emerging in the online space.
But with many new operators rushing in to try and claim a piece of the revenue pie, how easy is it to differentiate between the reputable, secure online casinos and those trying to make a quick buck, especially with mobile gaming growing rapidly in popularity? Here are a few pointers.
The first indicator of a legitimate online casino lies in the licensing. After the bill was passed in Ontario to legalize online gambling, new operators wishing to enter the market now must acquire registration and approval from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), while also entering into an agreement with iGaming Ontario (iGO). The important thing for players to know is that desktop computers can be used to verify this information, which can usually be found at the bottom of an online casino’s homepage.
If visual proof of licensing is not enough, there are other ways to boost trust in an online casino operator. With the industry on the rise, and with more mobile offerings being made available, there is more coverage, mainly in the form of review sites that research and evaluate all aspects of an online casino, including mobile apps available. MegaCasinoList’s expert reviews of casino apps is one of the more reputable sources to find the most up-to-date information on the truly premium online casinos in the market.
Whether it is information on the encryption tech integrated into a mobile app, the speed of operation, how good an app looks, or what bonuses and games are on offer, review sites and the experts employed by them have become reliable sources for online casino enthusiasts, old and new.
Besides licensing, another vitally important factor to consider is how secure an online casino app is. We touched on it earlier, but what is meant by this is the level of encryption integrated into a system. The more layers the better. This generally revolves around the transfer of data and information, especially sensitive information such as financial data. With payment processes that perhaps require a second step of authentication, the use of SSL or TLS encryption software, and simple identification verification steps if players register on the mobile app itself, the amount of security measures implemented makes the difference between low-budget and premium online casino apps.
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