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Sports betting is back on track in the Columbia District after a judge refused to stop the contentious contract with tech provider Intralot by the DC Lottery
Judge lifts hurdle to mobile sports betting in DC
An obstacle has been cleared amid efforts to bring mobile sports betting to D.C.
On Fri…
All but one of state-licensed casinos now have on site sports betting in Iowa
(Des Moines) -- Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission administrator, Brian Ohorilko, says the Wild Rose Casinos opened their on-site sports bet…
IGT PlaySports Bank and PlaySports Pod Make World Debut at G2E 2019
IGT PlaySports Bank and PlaySports Pod Make World Debut at G2E 2019
New sports betting hardware gives operators added flexibility for…
Hoosier Lottery Celebrates 30 Years
INDIANAPOLIS -
The Hoosier Lottery celebrated a milestone over the weekend. Sunday marked 30 years since the first Hoosier Lottery ticket…
JCM Global® Partners with eConnect™ to Bring Enhanced Security to Casinos
JCM Global® Partners with eConnect™ to Bring Enhanced Security to Casinos
JCM’s FUZION® system provides unique transaction data to eConnec…
Nederlandse Loterijchooses Mindshare Greenhouse, says goodbye to UM
Media agency will do strategy, media planning and buying of the 7 brands, such as Staatsloterij. The Lotto and Toto.
Nederlandse Loterij -…
Francaise des Jeux (FDJ) share sale to run Nov. 7-20 - finance minister
PARIS, Oct 12 (Reuters) - The subscription period for the initial public offering of the Francaise des Jeux (FDJ) lottery operator will tak…
Fortnite has been down for hours as millions of players stare at a black hole
One of the biggest games in the world has been unplayable since this afternoon. Ahead of its next season — or possible a completely new cha…
Scientific Games and Nederlandse Loterij Expand Partnership with Complete Digital Sports Betting Solution
Scientific Games and Nederlandse Loterij Expand Partnership with Complete Digital Sports Betting Solution
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 10…
IGT’s Dan Farnon Honored with an Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 under 40 Award
IGT’s Dan Farnon Honored with an Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 under 40 Award
IGT Director of Strategic Accounts credited with driving ye…
Scientific Games Launches OpenGaming™, an End-to-End Digital Ecosystem
Scientific Games Launches OpenGaming™, an End-to-End Digital Ecosystem
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games…
IGT Presents "Player-Driven Performance" at G2E 2019
- Introduces Peak hardware family with three new cabinets
- Evolves proven IGT game themes to create compelling new core video and li…
Scientific Games Reimagines Play at G2E 2019
Scientific Games Reimagines Play at G2E 2019
Industry leader brings exciting new games, revolutionary technology and player-centric solu…
IGT's Stephanie Huckel to support AIDP's creation of new global equality standard for organizations
IGT Selected to Join Steering Group Developing New Workplace Diversity Code of Practice
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IGT's Stephanie Huckel to s…
WYRK and the New York Lottery want to send chills down your spine with 'Halloween Jack' the new scratch-off ticket
WYRK and the New York Lottery want to send chills down your spine with 'Halloween Jack' the new scratch-off ticket that gives you 10 chance…
OLG balances strong growth against corporate priorities in annual report
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has published its annual report for 2018-19. It cites an effective balance between continu…
Kentucky Lottery introduces new Fast Play game
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Kentucky Lottery has introduced a new type of lottery game never before seen in the Commonwealth. Fast Play is a new…
IGT Signs Five-Year Facilities Management and Product Sale Contract with Oregon Lottery to Deliver New Central Lottery System, Enhanced Technology, and Leading Retail Products
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October 7, 2019
Company's advanced lottery products a…
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) has unveiled a new look for its website and officially introduced its brand on social media
JACKSON, MISS. –The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) has unveiled a new look for its website and officially introduced its brand on so…
Maryland Casinos Generate $142.2 Million During September
For immediate release
October 7, 2019
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West Virginia Lottery Wins NASPL Award
WEST VIRGINIA LOTTERY NEWS
For Immediate Release
October 7, 2019
West Virginia Lottery Wins NASPL Award
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West…
Oregon Lottery to rollout sports betting app
SALEM, Oregon — The Oregon Lottery is getting ready to release its sports betting app and hopes to bring in more revenue to the state that…
Illinois Lottery launches the newest edition of the Carolyn Adams Ticket for the Cure instant game
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October 7, 2019
Media Contact: Jason Schaumburg (312) 793-3034
ILLINOIS LOTTERY LAUNCHES
2019 CAROLYN ADAMS TIC…
Kambi Group plc: Invitation to Kambi Group plc’s third quarter 2019 result
Kambi Group plc: Invitation to Kambi Group plc’s third quarter 2019 result
Malta, 7 October 2019
Invitation: Kambi Group plc’s third…
Inspired completes acquisition of Novomatic UK's Gaming Technology Group
Combination Diversifies and Broadens Scale and Scope of Inspired’s Footprint and Product Offering
NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — In…
What Tech Developments Could Change the Online Casino Industry?
The iGaming industry has taken classic casino table games and slot machines to new levels, giving players greater choice than ever before…
Lottery data shows steady, if slow, growth for mobile sports betting apps
Based on weekly revenue figures from the state Lottery Commission, it would appear that the launch of mobile sports gaming peaked in the we…
Florida Lottery's New Scratch-Off Partnership Set to Boost Education Funding
Tallahassee, Fla. – The Florida Lottery has signed a new Scratch-Off contract with Scientific Games that is projected to generate $135 mill…
Nevada gaming board examines rules on charitable games of chance
Nevada gaming regulators are looking to instill restrictions on who can take part in charitable games and lotteries.
Following a Thursday…
Italian authorities are expected to charge 51 people following a year-long investigation into organized crime and its links to the gambling industry
Austrian Bookmaker, Dutch Billionaire Embroiled in Italian Mafia Gambling Probe That Leaves Malta Red-Faced
Italian authorities are expect…
Oregon Expected to Launch Full-Scale Mobile Sports Betting by October 7
The Oregon Lottery said Monday its mobile sports betting app “Scoreboard” is just days away from lift off, with a launch target set for Oct…
Mobile sports betting set to start in Indiana on Thursday
INDIANAPOLIS — Sports betting is ready to go legally online in Indiana on Thursday, a little more than a month after the state’s casinos st…
NBA announces sports betting partnership with William Hill
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and William Hill, one of America’s leading sports book operators, today announced a new partnersh…
European Gaming Regulators Refuse to Restrict Loot Boxes
A year-long study concluded that no blanket restrictions can be made on loot boxes
This is due to each European state having its own def…
Peru on the brink of regulating online gambling and sports betting
Proposed legislation aimed at regulating these activities is being reviewed and adjusted, before being submitting for debate by the whole N…
Paddy Power and Poker Stars owners to create online gambling leader
Flutter Entertainment (FLTRE.I) (FLTRF.L), formerly known as Paddy Power Betfair, is to combine with Nasdaq- and Toronto-listed Stars Group…
DC Lottery Sports Betting Injunction to be Resolved Quickly, Judge Says
A judge in the District of Columbia has extended an injunction against the DC Lottery from executing its contract with Intralot until Oct…
U.K.'s Loot Box Report Tangles a Web of Global Gaming Regulations
Carlton Fields’ electronic gaming attorneys look at international and U.S. loot box regulations and problems and suggest ways gaming compan…
Montana Lottery sports betting draft rules available for public comment
The public comment period will be open for a minimum of 30 days
HELENA — The Montana Lottery released proposed rules that would cover spor…
France To Launch New Gambling Authority Ahead Of FDJ Sale
France introduced new laws on gambling, including the establishment of a new national gambling authority, L’autorité nationale des jeux (AN…
Auction of Assets of Mido Play, Inc., a Mobile Application for purchasing and fulfillment of lottery tickets
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SAN FRANCISCO, OCT 7, 2019 -- AUCTION OF THE ASSETS OF MIDO PLAY, INC, A MOBILE APPLICATION FOR PURCHASE AND FULFILL…
RFP: Massachusetts Lottery Inclusionary Lottery Design Services
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BD-20-1166-COS01-COS01-44542
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RFP 20-14 Inclusionary Lottery Design Services
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IGT Extends Sports Betting Footprint to Arkansas with PlaySports Deployment at Saracen Casino Annex
IGT Extends Sports Betting Footprint to Arkansas with PlaySports Deployment at Saracen Casino Annex
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JCM Global® Supplies Bill Validators, Printers, Systems, Displays to New Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento at Fire Mountain
JCM Global® Supplies Bill Validators, Printers, Systems, Displays to New Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento at Fire Mountain
LAS VEG…
Scientific Games Will Continue Successful Scratch-Offs Partnership With Florida Lottery
Scientific Games Will Continue Successful Scratch-Offs Partnership With Florida Lottery
World's Largest Scratch-Offs Provider's Plan Wil…
mkodo signs deal with Western Canada Lottery Corporation - Developer to provide WCLC with fully native application
mkodo signs deal with Western Canada Lottery Corporation - Developer to provide WCLC with fully native application
London, 1st October 20…
Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Celebrates A Decade of Success - Nearly $1 Billion in Scholarship Proceeds Raised Since 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Contact Kara Lee Ford at 501-683-1646 for more information.
Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Celebrates A Decade of S…
5 Star Draw – Idaho Lottery’s Newest Draw Game Has First Draw Tonight
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Tuesday, October 1, 2019
CONTACT: David Workman
(208) 334-2600
www.idaholottery.com …
The North Carolina Education Lottery’s new game lets lottery players have a ‘BIG SPIN’ for half a million dollars
DATE: OCT. 1, 2019
CONTACT: KATHLEEN JACOB
PHONE: (919) 301-3620
CELL: (919) 368-9863
New game lets lottery players have a ‘BIG…
RFI: Illinois Lottery: Sports Betting Service Provider
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Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Cumple 20 años Creciendo Junto a Latinoamérica -Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Marks 20 Years of Growing Together with the Latin America Region
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Cumple 20 años Creciendo Junto a Latinoamérica
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Marks 20…
Kentucky Lottery Corporation sales steady, on pace with prior year
KY LOTTERY SALES STEADY, ON PACE WITH PRIOR YEAR In today's meeting of the Kentucky Lottery Corporation's board of directors, year-to-dat…
NASPL is pleased to announce the following appointments to the NASPL Executive Committee
NASPL Executive Committee Announcement
The North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries is pleased to announce the f…
Scientific Games Will Supply Latest Generation WAVE™ Lottery Terminals In Italy
Scientific Games Will Supply Latest Generation WAVE™ Lottery Terminals In Italy
LAS VEGAS and ATLANTA, Sept. 25, 2019 /PRNewswir…
Global Gaming Women to Present Series of Strong, Insightful Panels During G2E
Global Gaming Women to Present Series of Strong, Insightful Panels During G2E
G2E Educational scholarship applications also available at g…
ESPORTS - The Overwatch League released activation details
ESPORTS
The Overwatch League released activation details for the upcoming Overwatch League 2019 Grand Finals taking place this weekend in…
AGTech Wins Lottery Hardware Bids in Two Provinces of China
HONG KONG, Sept. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- AGTech Holdings Limited ("AGTech" or the "Company", HKEX stock code:08279) is delighted to announ…
Missouri Lottery Director Receives Hall of Fame Honors
Missouri Lottery
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PO Box 1603 • Jefferson City, MO • 65102 • Phone (573) 751-4050 • Molottery.com
Sept. 19, 2019
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Mark Michalko Inducted into the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame honors those who have worked tirelessly to promote excellence and integrity in the industry.The 84 current Hall of Fame me…
Watch: GKV, REJ make Maryland Lottery ad for Ravens scratch-off
A man sitting on a park bench at Federal Hill scratches a lottery ticket. Birds flock from over his shoulder and his ticket begins to glow…
GLMS President highlights the importance of Macolin Convention 19 days after its entry into force
GLMS President, Ludovico Calvi, acted on September 19 as a speaker at the Betting on Sport 2019 Conference, in London, UK.
GLMS President…
Analysis: Winners And Losers From The First $10 Billion In Legal US Sports Betting
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Governor Ron DeSantis Thanks Lottery Secretary Jim Poppell for Years of Dedicated Service to Florida, Wishes Him Well in Retirement
Tallahassee, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis thanked Department of Lottery Secretary Jim Poppell for his years of dedicated service to…
Oregon Lottery's Online Sports Betting Game Set To Launch Next Month
The Oregon Lottery originally estimated that Scoreboard, its new online sports betting game, would be out before the start of the professio…
Apple is giving iOS apps which handle real cash in an HTML5 wrapper a bit longer to transition to native
Apple is giving iOS developers whose apps use HTML5 containers and deal with real cash, six months longer to make them fully-native.
The n…
Rhode Island expands sports betting app to second casino
The Rhode Island Department of Revenue says mobile sports betting in the state has expanded to a second casino.
The Providence Journal rep…
Greek court revokes OPAP’s online license
A decision by the Council of State invalidates the gambling giant’s authorization to offer online sports betting.
The Council of State’s d…
Tabcorp signs as NFL's first Official Wagering Partner in Australia
On Wednesday, Tabcorp announced a ‘multi-year’ deal to become the NFL’s Official Wagering Partner in Australia. The company will get the ri…
Cornell’s E-Sports program brings online gaming into collegiate sports realm
MOUNT VERNON, Iowa (KWWL) — A new type of sports team started up for the first time ever at Cornell College, and teams just like it are tak…
IGT Honored with Industry Award for its Commitment to Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
IGT Honored with Industry Award for its Commitment to Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
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Company awarded CasinoBeats Pride…
Arizona Lottery Marketing Efforts Receive Three Prestigious Awards
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Arizona Lottery Marketing Efforts Receive Three Prestigious Awards
Lottery marketing efforts win Emmys and the Cop…
Supporting sport and sharing its values is in the DNA of lotteries
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Supporting sport and sharing its values is in the DNA of lotteries
Brussels, 19 September 2019 – At the fourth Europea…
American Gaming Association Donates $100K to New Research Fund on Sports Wagering
American Gaming Association Donates $100K to New Research Fund on Sports Wagering
Support for First-of-its-Kind Research Highlights Indus…
New Appointments Made to Missouri Lottery Commission
Missouri Lottery
NEWS RELEASE
PO Box 1603 • Jefferson City, MO • 65102 • Phone (573) 751-4050 • Molottery.com
Sept. 19, 2019
Co…
Kambi Group plc agrees multi-channel Sportsbook partnership with JACK Entertainment
Kambi Group plc agrees multi-channel Sportsbook partnership with JACK Entertainment
Malta, 19 September 2019
Kambi Group plc agrees mult…
American Gaming Association brings Responsible Gaming Education Week to Las Vegas
WASHINGTON – As a part of its national Get to Know Gaming campaign and annual Responsible Gaming Education Week, the American Gaming Associ…
You are Invited to Attend: The Lottery Industry Hall of Fame Ceremony Wednesday September 18th @ 5:30pm
Invitation to attend the 2019 Lottery Industry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
5:30 pm in the Wally Allen Ballroom, Statehouse Conventio…
This Is Winning With Scientific Games At NASPL 2019 Conference In Little Rock, Arkansas
This Is Winning With Scientific Games At NASPL 2019 Conference In Little Rock, Arkansas
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North American Lotteries to E…
TEXAS LOTTERY SMASHES ALL-TIME SALES RECORDS WITH NEW $6.25 BILLION MARK IN FY 2019
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IGT has signed an agreement to provide its new digital PlayBingo platform to Veikkaus Oy, Finland’s state lottery operator
International Game Technology’s subsidiary IGT Global Services has signed an agreement to provide its new digital PlayBingo platform to Vei…
BCLC to Launch Optional Budgeting Tool “PlayPlanner”
BCLC is going to introduce PlayPlanner to every casino and community gaming centre in B.C. as part of its commitment to encourage positive…
IGT Receives NASPL Standards Initiative Recertification for Quality Assurance Best Practices
IGT Receives NASPL Standards Initiative Recertification for Quality Assurance Best Practices
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Pollard Banknote, Diamond Game, and NeoPollard Interactive Showcase Innovative Products & Services at NASPL 2019!
WINNIPEG , Sept. 17, 2019 /CNW/ - Pollard Banknote Limited (PBL.TO) ("Pollard Banknote") is pleased to announce that it will once again sho…
NeoPollard Interactive Congratulates Michigan Lottery on Being Shortlisted for Lottery Operator of the Year by 2019 EGR Operator Awards
ANSING, MI, Sept. 17, 2019 /CNW/ - NeoPollard Interactive LLC ("NeoPollard Interactive" or "NPi") congratulates the Michigan Lottery ("Lott…
Start of football drives sports gambling increase in New York
ALBANY — The four upstate casinos took in record revenue from sports wagering during the first week of the National Football League.
River…
Worried About Bots, Morgan Stanley Downgrades Online Poker Outlook
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South Carolina Department of Revenue sets date for mailing out $50 taxpayer rebates from lottery windfall
SC sets date for mailing out $50 taxpayer rebates from lottery windfall
South Carolina will be putting an extra $50 in the pockets of many…
N.J. law allows Golden Nugget casino to take NBA game bets
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — The governor has signed a bill allowing Atlantic City’s Golden Nugget casino to accept bets on most National Basketba…
Illinois Gaming Board Pushes Lawmakers to Change Chicago Casino Tax Scheme
The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) is urging politicians in the Prairie State to reconsider parts of the gaming expansion bill passed there ea…
Bank of America Merrill Lynch breaks down possible MGM casino deal
Bank of America Merrill Lynch calls Blackstone (BX +0.6%) a credible counterparty for a large scale MGM Resorts (MGM -0.9%) real estate tra…
The Stars Group Begins Executing U.S. Strategy as Part of Landmark Agreement With FOX Sports
The Stars Group Begins Executing U.S. Strategy as Part of Landmark Agreement With FOX Sports
TORONTO, Sept. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/…
Unibet Launches US Sportsbook in New Jersey
Unibet, the flagship brand of Kindred Group, has launched its first online sportsbook in the USA in New Jersey. This comes three months af…
(AGEM) and Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Donate $200,000 to Dr. Robert Hunter International Problem Gambling Center Through their Lasting Impact Philanthropic Initiative
Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) and Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Donate $200,000 to Dr. Robert Hunter Inte…
SAZKA Group a.s. Condensed consolidated interim financial statements for the six months period ended 30 June 2019
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