Lottery Expo 2010: Importance of Regulating in a Digital World Mr. Salim L. Adatia LAS VEGAS - NOVEMBER 16, 2010
Briefing Outline TST / GLI Overview Quality & Probity Our Clients & Experience Standards for Assessment iGaming Overview Information Systems Security Summary
TST, a GLI Company Extension of regulatory arms of Government Internationally recognized Specialize in Testing, Auditing and Consultation Both land-based and iGaming certifications 17 + years experience Leading iGaming global test lab
Quality & Probity Labs are ISO Accredited Fully independent In-house, background investigated experts Probity checked corporation Non-technical policies and technical procedures are independently audited Internal Quality Assurance (QA) departments
Our Clients Government Regulators Operators, including Canadian Crown Corporations Manufacturers Software Suppliers
Abbreviated Global Client List 888 Astra Games Barcrest Betfair Betstone Boss Media Bwin Chartwell Technology Cryptologic Electracade Finsoft Gala Coral Group Gioco Digitale Gtech / G2 International Gaming Technology (IGT) Jadestone Million-2-1 Microgame NetEntertainment Novomatic Openbet Paddy Power Playtech Probability Games Sky Bet / Bonne Terre (British Sky Broadcasting) Sportingbet WagerWorks William Hill WMS
Canadian iGaming Supplier Experience TST has provided multiple certifications to companies currently supplying the Canadian iGaming market: OpenBet Boss Media (Gtech / G2)) Betware
Canadian iGaming Certifications TST Labs Certified: BCLC online lottery system BCLC eCasino (playnow.com) – Games, Base Website, RNG and Systems Security ALC (playsphere.ca) – RNG, Game Mathematics TST Certification in Progress: BCLC ePoker – Games, Base Website, RNG and Systems Security Loto-Quebec ePoker – RNG
Standards for Assessment Alderney: Technical Standards and Guidelines for Internal Control Systems and Internet Gambling Systems, Version 3.1, 26 July British Columbia: Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch (GPEB) TGS5 Technical Gaming Standards for Internet Gaming Systems (IGS) Technical Standards Document (TSD) Version 3.7 Isle of Man: Department of Home Affairs’, Statutory Document Number 731/07, The Online Gambling Regulation Act 2001, The Online Gambling (Systems Verification) (No.2) Regulations 2007 Malta The Lottery & Gaming Authority (LGA)’s Remote Gaming Regulations, 2004, Third Schedule – Technical Requirement for Gaming System. UK: Gambling Act 2005 and Remote Gambling and Software Technical Standards, June 2007
iGaming: Overview InternetInteractive or “iTV”Mobile/PDA
iGaming: Platforms Lottery Casino Poker Rooms (P2P and B2C) Bingo Pari-Mutuel Betting Exchanges Skill Based RNG & Live Dealer driven platforms
Games Submitted documentation review Source code read Artwork (graphical and auditory user interface) Functionality Game specific aspects Accounting Mathematics (percentage return to player (%RTP) calculations)
Random Number Generator (RNG) Both Hardware and Software-based RNGs General RNG Analysis Submitted documentation review Source code read Theoretical mathematics analysis Assessment of the RNG period Determination of the RNG range Investigation of the seeding / re-seeding Inspection of the background cycling / activity DIEHARD Battery of Tests Final Outcome Distribution Tests
Base Website Submitted Documentation Review Player/User Account Systems Account registration Account login (username & password) Player interface account maintenance Operator interface account maintenance Accounting and financial reporting capabilities Player protection / exclusion systems Payment systems & financial institution interfacing Player location identification software Account deactivation Application Home Page Peripheral Web Pages
Information Systems Security (ISS) ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS ASSESSMENT TECHNICAL CONTROLS ASSESSMENT PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS ASSESSMENT
Continuance Compliance On-going Game Payout Calculation On-going RNG Outcome Analysis Field Data Analysis
Summary TST and GLI provide compliance certifications for both iGaming and Land-based gaming markets TST is foremost authority in iGaming certifications & consultancy Globally recognized testing authorities Offer customized compliance solutions, support, and consultation
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