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Hong Kong Warns Prediction Markets May Count as Illegal Gambling
Hong Kong’s Investor and Financial Education Council has put prediction market platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi in the spotlight, sayin…
Malta’s Freedom Of Movement Arguments Are Rejected By The EU Court Justice
Malta’s defense of its gaming legislation and licenses against challenges from EU member states has suffered yet another setback from the E…
UK High Court sides with Gambling Commission in lottery licence dispute
Richard Desmond loses £1.3bn damages battle over national lottery licence
Media tycoon vows to appeal after dismissal of action against Ga…
ECJ says German players can reclaim losses from unlicensed operators
Users of online gambling services within the EU can sue the betting operator for reimbursement of their losses if such gambling was prohibi…
Tribal Casino Leaders Say Prediction Markets Are Affronts to Sovereignty
Tribal casino leaders aren’t bullish on the current state of prediction markets regulation and worry that lax attitudes at the federal leve…
Congress grills CFTC Chair Selig on prediction markets, insider trading
Members of the House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture held a stern and occasionally scathing interrogation of Commodity Futures…
Senator Presses Sports Leagues On Game Integrity, Addiction, Prediction Market Deals
Sen. Richard Blumenthal Expresses Concerns About Betting, Event Contracts
Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D) is pressing major American pro sport…
The Tennessee Education Lottery Proceeds for Education UP 3.5 Percent Over Previous Fiscal Year
April 16, 2026
LOTTERY PROCEEDS FOR EDUCATION UP 3.5 PERCENT OVER PREVIOUS FISCAL YEAR
Third Quarter Transfer Brings Total Raised for Edu…
Presidential decree to impose new restrictions on online gambling in Brazil
A presidential decree is expected to prohibit access to online gambling for certain people and introduce new advertising rules.
Brazil…
Former CFTC chair talks prediction markets: ‘Betting on sports is gaming’
The former chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) said prediction markets weren't initially intended to offer sports e…
Tony Balfour Appointed as Chair of the New Zealand Lotteries Commission Board
Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden has today announced Tony Balfour as the new Chair of the New Zealand Lotteries Commission Board…
Hong Kong Scraps Basketball Betting Plan Over Prediction Market Fears
-Hong Kong halts basketball betting rollout amid prediction market concerns -Government fears legalization may unintentionally boost illega…
Powerball jackpot set to grow faster with expansion to the UK this summer
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Powerball® jackpot set to grow faster with expansion to the UK this summer
$2 ticket price and jackpot odds fo…
Bally’s Intralot signs new contract with British Columbia Lottery Corporation for Shared Services
Bally’s Intralot signs new contract with British Columbia Lottery Corporation for Shared Services Athens, April 14, 2026 Bally’s Intral…
UK: Two huge new National Lottery games launching this summer to create hundreds more millionaires & offer the world's biggest jackpots
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TWO HUGE NEW NATIONAL LOTTERY GAMES LAUNCHING THIS SUMMER TO CREATE HUNDREDS MORE MILLIONAIRES &…
Allwyn International 2025 Annual Report
Allwyn International 2025 Annual Report
14/04/2026
Allwyn International 2025 Annual Report
Allwyn AG has published the 2025…
Paul's 'PGRI AI Labs' "How does lottery win the policy debate in a system where money sways votes and lottery cannot lobby for itself?"
How does lottery win the policy debate in a system where money sways votes and lottery cannot lobby for itself?
If public policy were desi…
Canada: Lotto Max game changes will go into effect this weekend, including bigger $90 million jackpots
More prizes to be won and a jackpot of up to $90 million!
Tickets now on sale
TORONTO, April 11, 2026 /CNW/ - Get ready, Canada -- your f…
The Hoosier Lottery hosted its 2nd Annual Women in Lottery Leadership (WiLL) Indiana Chapter meeting
The Hoosier Lottery hosted its 2nd Annual Women in Lottery Leadership (WiLL) Indiana Chapter meeting, an internal employee group dedicated…
NASPL is highlighting the significant and ongoing contributions that U.S. and Canadian lotteries make to society, collectively generating billions of dollars each year to fund vital public programs and services.
U.S. and Canadian Lotteries Generate Billions Annually to Support Communities Across North America
CONCORD, Ohio (April 8, 2026) – The Nor…
DraftKings-linked super PAC bets $1M on ads backing favorite Ohio GOP candidates
COLUMBUS, Ohio—A super PAC funded by sports-betting giant DraftKings has placed more than $1 million worth of ads backing Republican legisl…
California tribes argue a federal court decision would effectively nullify IGRA
A group of three California tribes contends that should a federal appellate court accept arguments from prediction platforms Kalshi and Rob…
Governor vetoes bill to legalize skill games in Virginia
Skill games will continue to be illegal in Virginia following a Friday afternoon veto from Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D).
On Friday, April 1…
State lottery ticket sales nearly double to over $100B
State lotteries are bringing in more money than ever, but states are paying more in prize money and keeping slightly less of it themselves…
CFTC intervenes in Arizona’s legal fight with Kalshi
CFTC chairman says he will defend against any attempt to weaponize preempted state law against prediction markets
The Commodity Futures Tr…
Hoosier Lottery: Hit a Home Run with the Grand Slam VIP Baseball Experience
Batter Up: The Hoosier Lottery will send one myLOTTERY member and three guests on a trip to Pittsburgh for a VIP baseball experience to see…
Minnesota is considering new legislation that would make it illegal to engage in any activities associated with prediction markets.
The bill, which has been filed in the Minnesota State Senate for the present legislative session, is designed to classify different activit…
Pollard Banknote First Quarter 2026 Results Conference Call
WINNIPEG, MB, April 9, 2026 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (TSX: PBL) (“Pollard Banknote” or “the Company”) will release its first quarte…
Sports betting overhaul would ban mobile bets, college wagering in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A group of Republican lawmakers is proposing sweeping changes to sports betting in Ohio, aiming to curb what they describe…
Mississippi Lottery Tops $3 Billion in Sales, Delivers More Than $790 Million Back to State
Fiscal Year 2026 Total Transfer Nears $100 Million
JACKSON, MISS. – Fueled by strong player support across the state, the Mississippi Lott…
Illinois Lottery bets big on growth, games, and community
In an exclusive interview with LotteryUSA, Illinois Lottery Director Harold Mays reveals his 2026 plans and what's next for players.
The I…
$11.8 Million in Proceeds Raised for Nebraska Lottery Beneficiaries
The Nebraska Lottery has distributed more than $11.7 million to state beneficiary funds as part of its latest quarterly transfer.
Accordin…
New Jersey Lottery to Host Second Annual “Rock Paper Scissors Throwdown”* at American Dream
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J., April 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
WHO: Former All Pro New York Giants running back Tiki Barber joins the New…
Michigan Gaming Control Board Issues Cease-and-Desist Orders to 45 Illegal Offshore Gambling Operators
DETROIT, April 7, 2026 — The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) announced that over the past four months it has issued cease-and-desist o…
US Gambling Legislation News 2026: Bills, Hearings & Regulatory Changes
2026 is shaping up to have a greater impact upon U.S. gaming laws than any other since the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision (PASPA) which open…
Sports bets on prediction markets ruled to be “swaps,” exempt from state laws
A federal appeals court ruled that New Jersey cannot regulate sports bets on prediction markets because the US Commodity Futures Trading Co…
Michigan Lottery Launching Back to the Future Themed Instant Game
Michigan Lottery players have a chance to win up to $500,000 with the new Back to the Future instant game!
Launching April 7, each $5 Back…
The Publicis-Microsoft Deal is Bigger Than You Think
As well as winning Microsoft’s media account, which a senior industry source told ADWEEK is worth $1.2 billion, the pair have kicked off an…
New law in Maine bans the use of credit cards in online wagers.
Maine Governor Janet Mills signed a new strict gambling law on Friday that would ban the use of credit cards in online wagers.
The law is…
Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with New York State Gaming Commission Chair Brian O’Dwyer
PoliticsNY is excited to introduce the first Inside Government special edition, Inside Government: Racing, Gaming & Wagering. This spec…
New Hampshire Lottery launches $30 scratch-off ticket offering record $3 million top prize
CONCORD – The New Hampshire Lottery recently dropped the curtain on a spectacular new scratch ticket: the $30 $3 million Cash Spectacular…
Maine Governor signs bill banning online sweepstakes casinos
Governor Janet Mills has signed LD 2007.
US.- Governor Janet Mills has signed a bill banning online sweepstakes games in Maine. LD 2007, t…
Taiwan lottery releases limited edition scratch games
Four new lottery scratch cards have entered the Taiwan lottery market, with players looking at potential prizes of more than NT$1.97bn (£45…
Paul's 'PGRI AI Labs' 'The Real Drivers of Gambling Policy'
The Real Drivers of Gambling Policy
Why Regulatory Decisions Don’t Always Maximize Public Value
Prompt to AI: The problem with regulatory…
iLOTTERY 2.0 (Part 1) From Experiment to Infrastructure
Moderator: Khalid Jones, Executive Director, Virginia Lottery; Panelists: Shannon DeHaven, Vice President of Digital Engagement at Pollard…
Public Gaming International Magazine March/April 2026
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Louisiana Lottery Corporation Kicks Off 35th Anniversary Celebration with New Scratch-Offs, Second-Chance Promotions, and More
BATON ROUGE, La. (March 31, 2026) – The Louisiana Lottery Corporation is celebrating 35 Years of Reasons to Smile with a year-long annivers…
Prediction market roundup: CFTC files suit vs. three states; NFL advises ban on manipulative sports trades
CFTC Chair Michael Selig had a busy week in dealing with a lawsuit against three states and heightened discussions with the NFL.
During a…
FLORIDA LOTTERY SURPASSES $50 BILLION TO SUPPORT EDUCATION IN FLORIDA
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Lottery highlights a significant milestone in educational funding with the announcement of more than…
North Carolina Education Lottery celebrates 20 years of wins
For two decades, the North Carolina Education Lottery has provided life-changing educational opportunities and winning moments for our stat…
Hoosier Lottery Promotes Positive Play for Financial Literacy Month
The Hoosier Lottery is again participating in National Financial Literacy Month awareness efforts to emphasize the importance of planning a…
NH Lottery Begins Selling $30 Scratch Ticket With Record $3 Million Jackpot
A 70-foot banner in downtown Manchester marked the launch of the New Hampshire Lottery's new scratch game on Monday.
MANCHESTER, NH — The…
Minnesota Lottery: Saving Tamarack Forests
ROSEVILLE, Minn. (April 1, 2026) – A native beetle has killed huge stretches of tamarack across the state, taking a toll on wetlands, wildl…
Brightstar Lottery PLC Announces Posting of Notice of 2026 Annual General Meeting and 2025 Annual Report and Accounts
LONDON, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Brightstar Lottery PLC (NYSE: BRSL) ("Brightstar") today announced the posting to shareholders of the…
Virginia Lottery releases February 2026 sports wagering activity report
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The Virginia Lottery released its report on sports wagering activity submitted by licensed operators for the month of Fe…
CFTC sues AZ, CT, and IL, alleging prediction markets overstep
When Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Michael Selig said “we’ll see you in court”, he wasn’t kidding.
The CFTC announced …
China Lottery sales drop by 18% in February
China's lottery sales down 0.9 pct in first 2 months (Xinhua) China's lottery ticket sales dropped by 0.9 percent year on year to 89.56 bi…
Survey says Americans view sports prediction markets as gambling
New polling, commissioned by anti-prediction markets coalition Gambling is Not Investing (GINI), suggests widespread concern among American…
Paul's 'PGRI AI Labs' Regulating Gambling in America: THE FUTURE Part 3: Where Regulation Is Headed
Regulating Gambling in America: THE FUTURE Part 3: Where Regulation Is Headed — From Expansion to Accountability If the first phase of mod…
Watch Interview with Senator Adam Schiff, and Senator John Curtis Legislation '"Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act."'
Senator Adam Schiff, along with Senator John Curtis, talk to CNBC about their bipartisan legislation they have introduced called the "Predi…
European lotteries deliver a record €29.4 billion to society
Brussels, 25 March 2026 – The European Lotteries (EL) today publishes the 19th edition of its Report on the Lottery Sector in Europe, revea…
Iowa Lottery sales grow to $34.9 million in February
Lottery CEO cites big jackpots as driving force behind 9% sales increase
Mar. 26, 2026 at 8:17pm
Iowa Lottery sales have continued to ou…
Illinois Lottery posts $299.7 million in February sales
The Illinois Lottery generated sales revenue of $299.7 million and related prize expense of $114.7 million up 6% in February.
The proceed…
California Governor Bans State Officials From Insider Trading on Prediction Markets
Gavin Newsom is taking action against public officials who profit from prediction markets. Key Takeaways
Gov. Gavin Newsom said his of…
New President confirmed for Rio de Janeiro State Lottery
Cláudio Castro, the Governor of the state of Rio de Janeiro, has replaced the president of the state lottery, the LOTERJ.
As reported by S…
Peter Knutsson appointed gambling regulator of Sweden's Spelinspektionen
The government of Sweden has appointed Peter Knutsson as director general of the Swedish Gambling Authority for a six-year term.
Knutsson…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) First to Achieve iGaming Accreditation as an Independent Gaming Testing Laboratory by PAGCOR
Accreditation enables GLI to test and certify iGaming platforms in the Philippines
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (March 23, 2026) – Gaming Laboratorie…
Maryland Sweeps Ban Nears Passage as iGaming Falters
Maryland lawmakers are set to approve legislation that bans sweepstakes-style casinos in the state. They remain far from passing a proposal…
UK government provides extra support for gambling harms services
The UK government has rolled out a last-minute program to provide funding to gambling harms support services that were not allocated monies…
Behind Kalshi’s political influence machine as D.C. lobbying heats up
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Sen. John Curtis (R-Utah) introduced a bill this week proposing to ban federally regulated prediction marke…
Player data leaks: Inside iGaming’s cyber crisis
Player data leaks: Inside iGaming’s cyber crisis With sensitive player data under attack, why isn't the industry able to maintain control…
Washington sues online betting platform Kalshi for illegal gambling
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Mar 27 2026
Attorney General Nick Brown filed a lawsuit today against Kalshi, a company that violates state law by…
Mass. Gaming Commission to launch Playwell
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Iowa Senate Unanimously Approves More Powers for Gaming Regulator
The Iowa Senate has unanimously approved legislation that would significantly expand the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission's enforcement au…
'Public health crisis': Experts weigh the stakes of youth gambling in America
How the rise of a new form of online betting is threatening the nation's youth
Rob Minnick was a New Jersey high school student scooping i…
Lawsuit accuses sportsbooks of using addictive technology
Hours after a Los Angeles jury found that Meta and YouTube harmed a young user by utilizing addictive features, attorneys involved in the c…
BetMGM Hit With $100,000 Fine In Pennsylvania
BetMGM got thwacked with a $100,000 fine by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) Wednesday for failure to "prevent fraudulent behav…
Panel considers possible expansion of slot machines to OTB facilities.
A trio of off-track betting operators are betting on a proposal to allow them to offer slot machine gambling.
That proposal was the subjec…
Casinos Austria and Austrian Lotteries confirm Robert Zadrazil as chairman
The Casinos Austria and Austrian Lotteries Group have confirmed the appointment of Robert Zadrazil as chairman of the Supervisory Board.
Z…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Becomes First International Gaming Lab to be Accredited in Ukraine
HAARLEM, NETHERLANDS (March 25, 2026) – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) has become the first international gaming lab to be accred…
New US bill proposes ban on sports prediction market contracts
The Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act proposes to prohibit any CFTC-registered entity from listing a contract that closely resembles a sp…
Allwyn establishes global lottery lead as OPAP merger closed
Allwyn has set itself up as the world’s largest publicly listed lottery company after the merger with OPAP – the operator that is responsib…
5% Federal Sports Betting Tax Could Raise Nearly $100B, Says Policy Group
Plenty of states aren’t shy about raising sports betting taxes or considering such moves. It may be time for Uncle Sam to consider doing th…
iLottery 2.0 (Part 1): From Experiment to Infrastructure
This article is based on a panel discussion held at PGRI Lottery Expo Nashville on November 6
iLottery 2.0 (Part 1): From Experiment to In…
The Future of MUSL: New Games, New Partners, and a Bigger Vision for Powerball®
This article is based on a panel discussion held at PGRI Lottery Expo Nashville on November 5
The Future of MUSL:
New Games, New Partner…
Paul's 'PGRI AI Labs' Regulating Gambling in America, Part 2: Real World Regulatory Models
Here is Part 2 of our series, moving from policy frameworks into real-world regulatory models across U.S. states, with analysis of strength…
Gaming giant Valve accused of fostering ‘loot’ gambling
Valve was accused in a lawsuit last week of operating a system that too closely resembled gambling, violating Washington state law. The co…
Twenty Years of Winning for North Carolina "Two Decades, One Dream"
North Carolina Education Lottery is celebrating 20 years of operation (2006–2026), having raised over $1 billion for NC Pre-K programs and…
MLB’s Polymarket ‘Integrity’ Deal Has Limitations
MLB announced a partnership with Polymarket on Thursday that includes integrity monitoring, data sharing and the right to use intellectual…
Arizona Files Criminal Charges Against Kalshi
State Is First To File Criminal Charges Against A Platform
In the ongoing battle between state gambling regulators and prediction markets…