Navigating Online Gambling in a Post-Cullen World: Convergence of Online Gambling, Sports Betting and Financial Crime Across Canada

June 6, 2024 2:15pm

Kevin deBruyckere
Director, AML & Investigations, Legal, Compliance, Security
British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC)

Will Hill
Executive Director
Canadian Lottery Coalition

Jason Ho
Associate Vice President, AML and Sanctions Advisory
TD

Derek Ramm
Global Head, Advisory Services
Kinectify

In the wake of the Cullen Commission’s inquiry into money laundering in British Columbia’s casinos, navigating the landscape of online gambling has become increasingly complex, particularly with the convergence of online gambling, sports betting, and financial crime across Canada. Join this panel discussion as we delve into the challenges and opportunities presented by the evolving online gambling sector, examining the intersections with sports betting and the potential implications for financial crime prevention efforts.

During this panel discussion, we will explore:

  • Strategies to address emerging risks and vulnerabilities in the digital realm
  • Analysis of the impact of the Cullen Commission’s inquiry on the online gambling sector in Canada
  • Exploration of the convergence between online gambling, sports betting, and financial crime in the digital realm
  • Examination of regulatory frameworks and challenges in overseeing online gambling activities across different province
  • The role of financial institutions in detecting and preventing financial crime associated with online gambling
  • Recommendations for enhancing collaboration among regulators, financial institutions, and law enforcement agencies to address emerging risks in the online gambling landscape