As a SOC 2 (System and Organisation Controls 2) compliant iGaming platform provider, Bede Gaming is committed to maintaining a secure, reliable and well-governed platform for operators and their players. As regulatory requirements continue to evolve across North America, SOC 2 compliance demonstrates that Bede has the controls, processes and governance in place to manage customer data securely and effectively.
SOC 2 is a globally recognised auditing framework developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). It is designed to assess how organisations manage customer data and demonstrate that appropriate controls are in place to protect it.
It is of particular relevance for technology companies that store, process or transmit customer information, providing independent assurance that robust security and operational practices are embedded throughout the organisation.
The framework is built around five Trust Services Criteria (Principles):
- Security – protecting systems against unauthorised access and threats.
- Availability – ensuring systems are operational and accessible when needed.
- Processing Integrity – ensuring systems process data accurately and completely.
- Confidentiality – protecting sensitive information from unauthorised disclosure.
- Privacy – ensuring personal information is collected, used and retained appropriately.
An independent audit assesses an organisation’s controls against these principles, demonstrating that security and governance practices are operating effectively.
While SOC 2 compliance is not a regulatory requirement, it has become an increasingly important benchmark for organisations handling sensitive data. Many businesses now view SOC 2 as a prerequisite when evaluating potential technology partners, with compliance often forming part of procurement and due diligence processes.
For customers, a SOC 2 report provides assurance that a supplier has implemented and tested controls designed to protect critical information and maintain service reliability. For businesses like Bede, it demonstrates a proactive commitment to security, resilience and operational excellence.
As our partners continue to manage growing volumes of player and operational data, SOC 2 compliance provides independent validation that these systems and processes are designed with security at their core.
The framework is particularly well recognised across North America, making it an important investment as we continue to expand our presence in the Canadian iGaming market. As the market matures, operators are placing greater emphasis on selecting technology providers that can demonstrate strong governance, security and operational controls.
With Alberta having launched its regulated online gaming market, operators and suppliers now have a significant new opportunity to enter and grow within one of Canada’s most promising jurisdictions. Being fully SOC 2 compliant, means we are well equipped to help our partners secure a quick and hassle-free entry into Alberta now the market is open.
By achieving SOC 2 compliance, Bede is reinforcing its commitment to providing secure, reliable and trusted technology solutions across North America. It gives current and prospective partners confidence that we operate a robust control environment, take the protection of customer data seriously and continue to invest in the standards that matter most to regulated operators.
These controls are more than a compliance exercise. It is a demonstration of Bede’s ongoing commitment to protecting data, maintaining service reliability and continuously improving the controls that underpin our platform.
As regulated markets continue to evolve and expectations around security increase, SOC 2 provides an additional layer of confidence that Bede remains a trusted partner for operators across Ontario, Alberta and beyond.
