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German state of Baden-Württemberg approves online casino games
Politicians in Stuttgart have approved the regulation of certain online casino games in the German state of Baden-Württemberg this month…
BRAZIL: Loterj licensees will only be authorised to offer bets within Rio de Janeiro
Brazilian Federal Court votes to ban Loterj’s nationwide activities
In October 2024 a long-running dispute between Loterj and the Brazil f…
Tabcorp reports strong growth in 2H24, details strategic shift
Tabcorp Holdings Limited reported solid performance for the second half of 2024, with group revenue rising by 10.1 percent yearly to AU$1.3…
Lachlan Fitt latest executive to leave Entain Australia amidst AML probe
The deputy chief executive officer of Entain Australia Lachlan Fitt has resigned, marking the third executive departure from the company am…
Aristocrat announces $477M on-market share buy-back program
Aristocrat Leisure Limited has unveiled an on-market share buy-back program valued at up to AU$750 million ($477 million), marking the late…
Florida horse industry wary of bill that would decouple racing and gambling
Critics of HB 105 say that, if it passes during the legislative session that kicks off next month, it will cripple Marion County’s horse fa…
NY's Addabbo Concerned Over Access to Dangerous Form of Gambling, Sweepstakes Casinos Targeting Minors
Joseph P. Addabbo Jr.
February 20, 2025
Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr., chair of the NYS Senate Racing, Gaming, and Wagering Committee, i…
Lawmakers in Iowa file bill to criminalize proxy betting
Lawmakers in Iowa are introducing a measure aimed at cracking down on sportsbook account sharing and proxy wagering across the state.
The…
More States Consider Banning Sweepstakes Casinos
Sweepstakes and social casino gaming has become a multi-billion dollar industry over the last few years, but has faced some headwinds in re…
US lawmakers make another bid to eliminate federal sports betting handle tax
Dina Titus and Guy Reschenthaler have re-filed proposed legislation for the fourth time.
US.- Two lawmakers are again seeking to eliminate…
Iowa lawmakers propose banning cities from including casinos in urban renewal plans
Iowa lawmakers introduced bills Wednesday in the House and Senate to block cities from including state-licensed gaming projects in urban re…
U.S. sports betting industry posts record $13.7B revenue for '24
The American sports betting industry posted a record $13.71 billion in 2024 revenue, up from 2023's record of $11.04 billion, according to…
Advance information on the implementation of the new Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP system for the companies Veikkaus and Fennica Gaming
Advance information on the implementation of the new Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP system for the companies Veikkaus and Fennica Gaming Our goal…
European Lotteries (EL) Report reveals sector’s long-standing commitment to society
Brussels, 19 February 2025 – The latest “Report on the lottery sector in Europe” highlights the sector’s continued dedication to public goo…
Andria Vidler who has led Allwyn’s UK operations since 2023, will now guide the strategic direction of the association’s work on behalf of the ad industry
The CEO of National Lottery operator Allwyn UK has been named President of The Advertising Association (AA).
Andria Vidler – who has led A…
Dutch regulator concerned about proposed rise in online casino age limit after shock figures
New figures on channelling raise concerns that raising the age limit for online casino may push younger players to unlicensed operators…
Brazil’s SPA Grants 43 Full Sports Betting Licences
The Brazilian sports betting sector has witnessed a milestone as the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) unveils its latest roster of appr…
UK Gambling Commission warns of AML failures, rising fraud risks
The UK Gambling Commission has raised concerns over inadequate anti-money laundering (AML) practices in the betting sector, warning that op…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Promotes Zachary Kastelic to Vice President of Legal
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (February 18, 2025) – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) has promoted Zachary Kastelic to Vice President of Legal. P…
IGT Achieves Improved ESG Score from FTSE Russell
02/18/2025
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Company ranks in the 97th percentile in the Travel and Leisure sector
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Scientific Games Named the New Mexico Lottery’s SGEP and New Gaming Systems Technology Partner
Scientific Games Named the New Mexico Lottery’s SGEP and New Gaming Systems Technology Partner
Feb 18, 2025
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Gambling Commission warns over new AI and crypto threats to AML duties
The Gambling Commission’s enforcement director spoke at the Gambling Anti-Money Laundering Group Training Day.
UK.- The British Gambling…
Grover Gaming announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of its charitable gaming assets for a total consideration of up to $1.05 billion to Light & Wonder.
The total consideration of the sale consists of the following: $850 million cash, payable upon closing of the transaction and subject to cu…
New APLA Executive Committee
APLA would like to announce that Mr Michael Fitzsimons has resigned from the Hong Kong Jockey Club and is no longer serving on the APLA Exe…
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Work begins on World Lottery Summit 2026 in Sydney
Work has already begun on the next World Lottery Summit in 2026, which will take place in Sydney, Australia from 9-12 November, 2026.
Host…
WATCH the Virginia Lottery's new ad 'Presidents - Mad Science' spot
Khalid Jones, Executive Director, Virginia Lottery
BE sure to catch our 'Presidents - Mad Science' spot promoting our new family of scratc…
Love is in the air, and so are BIG wins with the Maine Lottery! Watch the new Promotion Video
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Love is in the air, and so are BIG wins with the Maine Lottery! …
NH Players Wagered More Than $7.5 Million on the Super Bowl
89-percent of money line wagers were placed on the winning Eagles
Concord, NH
– New Hampshire players and sports fans were treated to qu…
Shaquille O’Neal, a True New Jersey Giant In an Exclusive Interview, Shaq Talks About His Lottery Partnership, Jersey and the NBA
TRENTON (Feb. 14, 2025) – NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has had success on and off the basketball court. He is also a Newark native.
He was…
California Lottery Wins Prestigious Finance Award
SACRAMENTO – The California Lottery is thrilled to announce it has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government…
Washington’s Lottery Achieves Nation’s Highest Level Of Responsible Gambling Certification
Washington one of only a few states to achieve this milestone; Lottery evaluated in eight categories; achievement is culmination of years o…
VML Canada Advertising Agency Wins British Columbia Lottery Corporation
VML Wins British Columbia Lottery Corporation VML Canada Advertising Agency Toronto, Canada
Jake Hope’s promotion to group creative direct…
A Q&A with New York State Lottery Director Gweneth Dean, helping grow the New York State Lottery since 2017
Gweneth Dean has served as the New York State Lottery director since 2017 after helping market the Virginia Lottery for nearly a decade. Un…
Former Director-General of the Ghana National Lottery Authority (NLA), Samuel Awuku, has called for a comprehensive reform in the management of lottery proceeds.
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Akuapem North and former Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Samuel Awuku, has call…
Arizona Lottery Continues Partnership with Northern Arizona University to Empower Indigenous Scholars
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (Feb. 6, 2025) — The Arizona Lottery is proud to announce the continuation of its partnership with Northern Arizona Univ…
China’s 2024 lottery sales hit 40-year high
China's 2024 lottery sales reached a record of 620 billion yuan ($84.8 billion), averaging more than 2,000 yuan per person as China is esti…
Oregon sets new sports betting record during Super Bowl
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Oregonians placed more than 456,000 bets through the Oregon Lottery's DraftKings Sportsbook during Sunday's Super B…
The Virginia Lottery released its report on casino gaming activity for the month of January 2025.
There are three operating casinos in Virginia: Hard Rock Bristol, Rivers Casino Portsmouth, and Caesars Virginia. During January, gaming…
CEO Jason Robins talks up DraftKings’ lottery customer acquisition and in-play opportunities
Robins talks up DraftKings’ lottery customer acquisition and in-play opportunities
Speaking during its full year 2024 and Q4 earnings cal…
Aristocrat Interactive appoints Nir Hakarmeli as new iGaming & Sports Managing Director
Moti Malul, CEO of Aristocrat Interactive said “We are on an exciting journey at Aristocrat Interactive and the addition of Nir to the team…
The Dutch Gambling Authority has released data based on the first three months following the implementation of the rules.
Key points:
- The number of players setting higher deposit limits has dropped
- Average loss per player has gone down
The Dutch Gambl…
Proposed NZ racing bill could make TAB sole online betting operator
The New Zealand Herald BusinessDesk’s Gregor Thompson discussed the implications on The Front Page podcast, noting that proponents believe…
Scratch Indiana off list of states that might pass online casino and online lottery in ’25
Local reporting out of Indiana indicates that Rep. Ethan Manning’s effort to legalize online casinos and online lottery, HB1432, is going n…
New York sportsbooks cash in, Pennsylvania’s lose out on Super Bowl
Super Bowl LIX smashed sports betting activity for states and operators alike as the Philadelphia Eagles‘ win over the Kansas City Chiefs g…
Entain shuffles the deck with its board after CEO Isaacs’ exit
Entain has made several changes within its board of directors in the wake of CEO Gavin Isaacs resigning with immediate effect on Tuesday…
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Kansas Lottery launches Pollard Banknote-powered iLottery
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, February 13, 2025 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) is pleased to congratulate the Kansas…
Mike Ferrant Named Deputy Commissioner of Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery
BARRE, Vt. (February 12, 2025) – Mike Ferrant most recently worked as the director of legislative operations for the Vermont General Assemb…
Rhode Island Lottery’s "Game On!" Promotion: Free Bingo Tickets with Numbers Purchases
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Cranston, RI (February 13, 2025) The Rhode Island Lottery’s "Game On!" promotion is giving players even mor…
IGT Delivers Upgraded Lottery Solutions to Tennessee Education Lottery with Nine-Year Contract Extension
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LONDON, Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) annou…
Canadian Lottery Coalition Takes Legal Action to Recoup Millions in Illegal Offshore Gambling
The decision by the Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries (MBLL) to file an injunction on behalf of the Canadian Lottery Coalition (CLC) against…
Hoops hysteria: basketball dominates Montana sports wagering!
Hoops hysteria: basketball dominates Montana sports wagering!
Monday, February 10, 2025, 08:53 am
HELENA – The Montana Lottery today rele…
Brazil’s Gambling Regulator Opens Public Consultation, Sets 2025-2026 Agenda
The Brazilian gambling regulator, the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA), is welcoming feedback from industry stakeholders less than two…
Senate Bill 2616 New York Senate committee approves expansion of sports betting options
A New York Senate committee has unanimously approved a bill to expand the scope of legal sports betting in the state, allowing new types of…
Casino leaders form coalition to oppose iGaming, share report warning about "economic and social dangers"
A coalition of gaming and entertainment business leaders have formed the National Association Against iGaming (NAAiG), seeking to oppose "t…
Major UK banks join Gambling Harms Action Lab program
The initiative, funded by a Gambling Commission regulatory settlement, brings together Barclays, First Direct, HSBC UK, Monzo, Nationwide…
Danish gambling GGR reaches DKK 7.27bn for 2024
Online casino GGR accounted for 48.6% of GGR in Denmark last year.
Key points:
- Overall GGR was up 6.9%
- Only gaming machines saw a…
French Council of State upholds ANJ's authority over gambling supervision
The rulings, which followed appeals by La Française des Jeux (FDJ), confirm the regulator's authority to supervise both gaming offerings an…
South Dakota Legislative panel supports higher age for lottery tickets, more video lottery machines per business
Effort to increase video lottery betting limits fails
A South Dakota Senate committee advanced bills Thursday at the Capitol in Pierre to…
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SURVEY REVEALS A SURPRISING VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT ILLINOISANS ACTUALLY WANT
CHICAGO, February 10, 2025 – This Valentine’s Day, Illinoisans may want to rethink their go-to gifts. A recent survey commissioned…
EL News Update - European Commission Work Programme 2025: What it means for lotteries
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European Commission Work Programme 2025: What it means for lotteries
Brussels, 12 February 2025 – Every year the Eu…
Fennica Gaming's eInstants Now Live in Belgium
Fennica Gaming is thrilled to announce that its popular gaming titles are now live in Belgium at The National Lottery of Belgium. After sec…
Allwyn becomes an Official Partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team
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Allwyn becomes an Official Partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team
Leading multi-national lottery operator’s partne…
New Hampshire Players Wagered More Than $7.5 Million on the Super Bowl
89-percent of money line wagers were placed on the winning Eagles
Concord, NH
– New Hampshire players and sports fans were treated to qu…
European Lotteries builds close working ties with Mindway AI
Player protection provider Mindway AI has become a provisional associate member of the European Lotteries Association (EL).
Serving as the…
Michigan Gaming Control Board issues cease-and-desist letters to nine unlicensed online casinos
February 12, 2025
DETROIT, Feb. 12, 2025 — The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has taken swift action against nine online casinos, is…
Loterija Slovenije launches Fennica Gaming eInstants
Fennica Gaming is proud to announce that its widely acclaimed eInstant games are now live and available to players in Slovenia at National…
Finnish Parliament holds debate ahead of new Gambling Act
The Gambling Act would see a new licensing model introduced as part of the initiative to dissolve Veikkaus’ monopoly on gambling in Finland…
Mississippi Senate approves sweepstakes casino ban
The Mississippi Senate has become the first U.S. legislative chamber to approve a ban on sweepstakes casinos.
A substituted version of Sen…
Iowa: Revamp Of Mega Millions Game Debuts In April With Bigger Prizes, Better Odds
Iowa Lottery Will "Step Down" Advance Plays In Current Game
JPEG Link to image showing an example of a ticket in the upcoming $5 Mega Mill…
Western Australia Increases Penalties to Strengthen Gambling Laws
The Government of Western Australia (WA) has increased enforcement powers and penalties to bolster the regulation of WA’s gambling industry…
South Carolina Senate passes lottery-funded voucher bill for private schools
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Senate passed a bill Tuesday allowing low-income parents of private school children to receive financia…
Fox Says FanDuel, Flutter Stakes Worth More Than $7.5 Billion
Media giant Fox Corporation (NASDAQ: FOX) estimated the combined value of its Flutter Entertainment (NYSE: FLUT) and FanDuel stakes at near…
Standard General Wraps Up $4.6 Billion Bally’s Acquisition
Bally’s (NYSE: BALY) and Standard General announced today that the investor completed its $4.6 billion takeover of the regional casino oper…
Nanos Research: Over 500,000 Quebecers Set to Wager on the Super Bowl
Like Ontario, Quebecers will be betting big on Sunday’s Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles.
According t…
UK GAMBLING Commission - Market impact data on gambling behaviour - operator data to Dec 2024
06 February 2025
The Gambling Commission has published further data on the gambling industry in Great Britain.
This data, sourced from op…
Luxembourg's National Lottery reports record-breaking gross revenue in 2024
In 2024, Luxembourg's National Lottery generated a record-breaking €90 million in gross revenue, with sports betting driving much of the gr…
"Scratch and Win": the Unlikely Rise of America’s Most Successful Lottery -explores the Massachusetts lottery
WATCH YOUTUBE VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkWLCQpA5TE
Podcast producer Ian Coss is joined by longtime lottery presenter Dawn Ha…
AGA estimates Americans will legally wager a record $1.39 billion on Super Bowl LIX
The American Gaming Association (AGA) estimates that Americans will wager a record $1.39 billion legally on Super Bowl LIX, a forecast that…
SC bill to allow use of debit cards for lottery purchases
– In South Carolina, you can only purchase lottery tickets with cash. However, many state lawmakers, including Governor Henry McMaster, are…
Maryland Lottery offers lawmakers ideas to cut down on unregulated gambling
As Maryland mulls legislation to regulate online casino, the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency has hammered home to lawmakers th…
China's lottery sales up 7.6 pct in 2024
BEIJING, Feb. 7 (Xinhua) -- China's lottery ticket sales rose 7.6 percent year on year to 623.49 billion yuan (about 86.96 billion U.S. dol…
California Lottery Raises Over $2 Billion for Public Education for Third Year in a Row
Lottery celebrates 40th year with over $46 billion in contributions since 1985
SACRAMENTO (February 3, 2025) – Final audit figures for the…
European Lotteries: Protecting Minors Online: A Shared Responsibility
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Protecting Minors Online: A Shared Responsibility
Brussels, 6 February 2025 – As digital technologies continue to evolve…
Hoosier Lottery earns international recognition for responsible gaming
CONTACT: Megan Wade-Taxter, Hoosier Lottery Public Relations Manager This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. O: 317-264-4609 | C: 317-294-1738 …
Svenska Spel has reported its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024, as well as the entirety of the year.
“As Sweden's entire gaming company, we give back by donating our entire surplus to the treasury. This is money that benefits society, in ad…
AGEM Index grew by 4.2% m-o-m in January, up nearly 40% yearly
The AGEM Index saw a healthy rebound in January, rising by 4.2 percent from the prior month. Particularly, however, the Index saw healthy g…
UK Gambling Commission releases operator data through December 2024
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The U.K. Gambling Commission has published further data on the gambling industry in Great Britain. This data, sourced…
Gambling Commission mistakenly hands Northern & Shell's lawyers over 4,000 sensitive documents
Regulator makes ‘unpredecented’ blunder in legal battle over UK lottery
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/feb/07/gambling-commissio…
IL lawmakers push for legal online casino with cannibalization prevention measure
Illinois lawmakers have filed a pair of companion bills that would create the Internet Gaming Act to legalize online casino in the state…
IL AG warns bettors to avoid Bovada, PrizePicks Friday before Super Bowl
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has fired a last-minute shot across the bow at offshore operator Bovada and daily fantasy sports comp…
New Jersey bill to decriminalize underage gambling advances to Senate
The New Jersey Assembly has voted to advance a bill that would decriminalize underage gambling, reducing penalties from a criminal offense…
Georgia lawmakers introduce sports betting, casino legalization bill for 2026 statewide vote
Lawmakers in Georgia have renewed the push toward legalizing sports betting and casino gambling, introducing a resolution that would allow…
Swedish report flags link between loot boxes and problem gambling
A report by Spelinspektionen has found a link between young adults that participated in gambling via video games while under age and risky…
Super Bowl to Generate $1.7 Billion in Legal Bets, Says Macquarie
The Super Bowl will drive $1.7 billion in legally placed bets this year with DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG) named the gaming stock with the most…