Karsten Wenzlaff, Advisor
August 26th, 2025
Dave Roe | Feb 25, 2023

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Payment systems are the cornerstone of online casino gambling and the most important technology currently fostering the continuity of the iGaming industry in Canada and other parts of the globe. Technology plays a huge role in differentiating casino brands and allowing operators to generate revenue. This explains why payment technology is a major topic discussed in the newly regulated Ontario market. After an extensive session with Dave Roe, the COO at Paramount Commerce, it is clear why operators are spending a fortune to ensure the efficiency of their online banking systems. In this piece, we discuss Dave Roe's responses to understand the role of payment systems in iGaming sites, how the Ontario iGaming scene embraces payments technology, and what the future looks like.
The importance of payments in Canadian online casinos cannot be overstated. Payment systems ensure efficient and secure transactions, drive player acquisition, and enhance the player experience. For instance, banking solutions allow players unlimited access to their funds through deposits and withdrawals. This is by facilitating online money movement in real-time. Some operators have gone above and beyond to increase deposit and withdrawal processing speeds to make the entire process efficient.
Canadian casinos with a strong online presence understand the immense role payment systems play in their gaming sites. By offering reliable payment solutions, these casinos can not only attract new players, but also retain existing ones.It is, therefore, crucial that no banking error is experienced when new players make their initial deposit so that operators can benefit from high conversion rates. After all, this is the only way to record a higher return on investment.
Finally, Payment systems are a crucial determinant of player experience. After all, a gratifying/positive online casino experience is partly built by the availability of payment solutions that guarantee fast deposits and withdrawals. Such iGaming platforms decrease stress levels, upsurge the number of transactions processed, and maximize profits.
According to Dave Roe, these are the aspects of why brands have multiple payment systems. In essence, if a payment option is not working, players can choose another banking solution. On the other hand, if a specific card payment or e-wallet is inaccessible in a certain region, players can easily switch to different online banking methods. By improving players' gaming experience, operators get to enjoy a high rate of customer acquisition and retention, not to mention, enhance brand loyalty.
The Ontario provincial government announced its interest to start regulating the iGaming market in November 2020. In the fall of 2021, the government started registering companies under the governance of the Alcohol and Gambling Commission of Ontario. By April 2022, online casino gaming was in full swing. Besides VR and AR, which are the future of online gambling, payment technologies were identified as the key factors that will influence the growth of the online casino gaming industry in the province. The apparent importance of the technology has seen the Ontario iGaming scene embrace payment systems.
According to Dave Roe, Interac, Canada's most trusted online payment system, is currently used to initiate transactions. Feedback from operators and casino users shows that the payment method ranks high. Its popularity is further promoted by the challenges experienced with card payment solutions like VISA and MasterCard. With Interac, players can make fast deposits and withdrawals safely thanks to Interac's safety and security system. Besides, the payment option has massive coverage in the province.
Dave Rose has confirmed that operators in Ontario are working tirelessly to ensure that players have access to more payment systems, including digital wallets, which have become increasingly popular and are posing a threat to the traditional credit card market. These operators work round the clock to provide players with a more diverse range of payment options, ensuring their gaming experience is as seamless as possible. By introducing more payment options, such as digital wallets, players will have greater flexibility and convenience when making transactions. These platforms offer a more convenient and secure payment method, causing credit card companies to adapt or risk losing market share. Gaming enthusiasts at the top Canadian online casinos should expect additional online banking solutions soon.
Despite its recent initialization, Canada's online casino gaming scene is already experiencing multiple interruptions, especially regarding payment technologies. One of the payment innovations making headlines in Canada is cryptocurrencies, an online banking solution that relies on blockchain technology for transactions. Thanks to the advent of online crypto casinos, players can now deposit and withdraw funds from their accounts using Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Ethereum. Crypto first gained traction as an investment. Currently, the payment system infringes on the online casino scene as one of the most efficient and secure payment options.
Another impressive payment trend in Canada is Embedded Finance. Embedded Finance is a unique innovation meant to enhance the overall player experience by ditching the traditional process of funding online casino accounts. For instance, you can now initiate a transaction without ditching the game. Thanks to Embedded Finance, players can use instant bank transfers or any other supported payment option to make in-game transactions. The entire process is fast, simple, and secure. You only need to find an online casino offering Embedded Finance and make in-game payments.
For the best online casinos in Canada to provide an unmatched user experience and ensure the profitability of gaming sites, it is crucial to implement the latest payment technologies. Their importance is why the Ontario iGaming scene embraces online banking solutions despite its recent initialization. So far, Interac is already making headlines as one of the top banking options in the region, with innovations such as cryptocurrency and Embedded Finance being considered the future of casino payments in Canada.
The National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association (NCFA Canada) is a financial innovation ecosystem that provides education, market intelligence, industry stewardship, networking and funding opportunities and services to thousands of community members and works closely with industry, government, partners and affiliates to create a vibrant and innovative fintech and funding industry in Canada. Decentralized and distributed, NCFA is engaged with global stakeholders and helps incubate projects and investment in fintech, alternative finance, crowdfunding, peer-to-peer finance, payments, digital assets and tokens, blockchain, cryptocurrency, regtech, and insurtech sectors. Join Canada's Fintech & Funding Community today FREE! Or become a contributing member and get perks. For more information, please visit: www.ncfacanada.org
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Guest Post | Feb 19, 2023

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With many Canadians facing recession woes, some are beginning to re-evaluate their current investments and whether they can weather the storm of another economic downturn.
Most investment portfolios tend to focus on a mix of stocks, bonds, and mutual or Exchange-Traded Funds. But silver bullion is also worth serious consideration for those looking to explore different avenues.
Silver bullion can be a great way to diversify your portfolio while also creating stability in the event of an economic downturn. So, what are the typical benefits of investing in silver bullion, and how would you go about selling silver in Canada when the right time comes?
Bullion is silver (or gold) which generally comes in the following forms:
Bars: Mints and refiners create bars by pouring molten metal into a bar-shaped mould. The manufacturer will stamp their name (or mark) with the weight and purity of the bar onto its surface.
Coins: Coins have a face value and can only be produced by a national mint. The face value stamped into a coin is a nominal amount and not a representation of the coin’s value (which is usually much higher).
As mentioned, silver is a great way to diversify one’s portfolio, as it offers an economic cushion in the event of inflation, recession, or another stock market crash. But silver bullion has other merits.
As with all investments, it’s important to understand the risks.
In Canada, you can purchase bullion from specialized retailers called bullion dealers.
In instances of a stock market downturn, the value of bullion may climb as a percentage of your portfolio. If you need to rebalance your portfolio (possibly due to a downturn), now may be the time to sell your bullion so that you can invest in undervalued assets without using your liquid assets.
Investing in bullion can be a solid investment for those looking to hedge their current portfolio against economic conditions — like a recession or market crash. That said, as with all areas of investment, bullion does carry risk.
Unlike investing in bonds or stocks, where you’d consult with your financial advisor, for bullion, it’s recommended that you connect directly with a bullion dealer. They’ll be able to assist you in adding bullion to your investment portfolio in a safe and secure manner.
The National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association (NCFA Canada) is a financial innovation ecosystem that provides education, market intelligence, industry stewardship, networking and funding opportunities and services to thousands of community members and works closely with industry, government, partners and affiliates to create a vibrant and innovative fintech and funding industry in Canada. Decentralized and distributed, NCFA is engaged with global stakeholders and helps incubate projects and investment in fintech, alternative finance, crowdfunding, peer-to-peer finance, payments, digital assets and tokens, blockchain, cryptocurrency, regtech, and insurtech sectors. Join Canada's Fintech & Funding Community today FREE! Or become a contributing member and get perks. For more information, please visit: www.ncfacanada.org
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Crowdfund Insider | JD Alois | Jan 30, 2023
Investment crowdfunding, or crowd-sourced funding (CSF) as it is called down under, generated $72 million in online capital formation, according to an industry report.In 2022, most issuers were “growth stage” (49%) with greater than $1 million in reported revenue. Pre-revenue startups accounted for 16.5% of the funding activity. The number of pre-revenue firms raising capital declined from 2021, while revenue-generating firms raising capital increased dramatically.
The National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association (NCFA Canada) is a financial innovation ecosystem that provides education, market intelligence, industry stewardship, networking and funding opportunities and services to thousands of community members and works closely with industry, government, partners and affiliates to create a vibrant and innovative fintech and funding industry in Canada. Decentralized and distributed, NCFA is engaged with global stakeholders and helps incubate projects and investment in fintech, alternative finance, crowdfunding, peer-to-peer finance, payments, digital assets and tokens, blockchain, cryptocurrency, regtech, and insurtech sectors. Join Canada's Fintech & Funding Community today FREE! Or become a contributing member and get perks. For more information, please visit: www.ncfacanada.org
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Guest Post | Feb 7, 2023

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You know that the secret to growing your wealth is investing. Investments are the key to unlocking compound growth that can surpass anything you could do by simply setting aside part of your income. But with inflation persistently high, rent and mortgage costs skyrocketing across Canada, and the general cost of living taking a bigger and bigger bite out of your income, it’s getting harder to set anything aside for investing.
When your goal is to save as quickly and aggressively as possible, now may be the time to get innovative with your ideas for saving money.
In Canada, the major grocery store companies typically have both high-end and discount chains. You can get many of the same products and produce you’re used to at a lower price by heading to a more budget-friendly grocery store.
While a few cents or dollars may not seem like much on each individual grocery item, it adds up at the end of the week, and you don’t have to change the foods you’re used to getting.
Electronics are no longer a luxury in most cases. You need them for work, life, getting your own business off the ground, and even getting around.
However, you can save hundreds by buying used electronics like smartphones and computers used.
There’s another great trick to save even more every month: look for unlocked phones in Canada. That way, you can get any phone you want and have the freedom to get a plan from the cheapest carrier.
When work-from-home took off during the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot of people took the opportunity to move. Some left the city while others upgraded their space, investing in places with an extra bedroom to serve as a home office. Now that the push to get back to the office is in full swing, it may be easier to downsize your apartment.
The move back to the office doesn’t have to be a buzzkill. Many companies are focusing on fostering a better workplace culture and creating more collaborative environments to maximize the benefits of the office.
If you don’t want to move, you can also give up that home office by getting a roommate instead. Splitting shelter costs with another person can put hundreds of dollars back in your pocket every month.
Finance experts often suggest paying down your debt to cut down your monthly expenses. That’s a good point, but it may be more complicated.
It always makes more sense to pay down debt than invest if your interest rates are higher than your real investment returns. For example, if you have student loans that you don’t owe any interest on, it can make more sense to invest the extra money.
However, if you have 20% interest credit card debt, that’s likely costing you more than the returns you get on today’s volatile stock market.
Saving more can be a challenge, but these ideas should make more room in your budget for you to get back to investing.
The National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association (NCFA Canada) is a financial innovation ecosystem that provides education, market intelligence, industry stewardship, networking and funding opportunities and services to thousands of community members and works closely with industry, government, partners and affiliates to create a vibrant and innovative fintech and funding industry in Canada. Decentralized and distributed, NCFA is engaged with global stakeholders and helps incubate projects and investment in fintech, alternative finance, crowdfunding, peer-to-peer finance, payments, digital assets and tokens, blockchain, cryptocurrency, regtech, and insurtech sectors. Join Canada's Fintech & Funding Community today FREE! Or become a contributing member and get perks. For more information, please visit: www.ncfacanada.org
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Level Up Coding | Jayden Levitt | Feb 2, 2023

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Ray Dalio:
I want to distinguish that there’s a big difference in people’s opportunities worldwide, but if you compare two people with equal opportunities. When it comes to money, it’s delayed gratification that separates them. Once you realise that deferred gratification will improve you, you begin to count and say how many days, months, weeks, or years can I live if I don’t spend the money I have coming in.
Like the marshmallow test, you must delay gratification with your finances. When you save, the next natural question you ask yourself is, where should I hold, and where should I keep this money? When it comes to money, and you don’t spend it for instant gratification, it means you’ve got savings.
The next thing that comes at you is, what do I do with my savings? Now you experience something different with the money you have, compared to the person who spends it straight away.
The National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association (NCFA Canada) is a financial innovation ecosystem that provides education, market intelligence, industry stewardship, networking and funding opportunities and services to thousands of community members and works closely with industry, government, partners and affiliates to create a vibrant and innovative fintech and funding industry in Canada. Decentralized and distributed, NCFA is engaged with global stakeholders and helps incubate projects and investment in fintech, alternative finance, crowdfunding, peer-to-peer finance, payments, digital assets and tokens, blockchain, cryptocurrency, regtech, and insurtech sectors. Join Canada's Fintech & Funding Community today FREE! Or become a contributing member and get perks. For more information, please visit: www.ncfacanada.org
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