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Dutch gambling operators concerned as regulator reports rise in black market activity
The KSA has recognised that new controls led to a rise in players using unlicensed gambling sites.
The Netherlands.- The Dutch gambling…
Brazil is three years away from multi-state lotteries, says Paraná lottery chief
Daniel Romanowski, CEO of the Paraná state lottery (Lottopar), believes multi-state lotteries could be two to three years away in Brazil…
New legal challenge filed against Florida’s sports betting compact with Seminole tribe
A new lawsuit filed in Leon County circuit court this week challenges the legality of Florida’s online sports betting framework, reigniting…
llinois Gaming Board (IGB) Adopts Proposed New Rules including a Prohibition on Using Credit Cards for Sports Wagering among Other Regulatory Measures at April Meeting
CHICAGO—The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) adopted proposed new rules at its April 24, 2025, meeting, including a prohibition on the use of cr…
New Minnesota betting bill would prohibit push notifications
The Minnesota Legislature has seen another gambling measure come across its desk as lawmakers continue to file legislation that would autho…
RFR 2601 - Massachusetts Lottery -Full-Service iLottery Platform and Related Services
The Massachusetts State Lottery Commission is requesting proposals from qualified bidders for a Full-Service iLottery Platform and Related…
Governor Lombardo Announces Mike Dreitzer as Incoming Chairman of Nevada Gaming Control Board
Today, Governor Joe Lombardo announced Mike Dreitzer as the incoming Chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board. Dreitzer will replace Cha…
Pollard Banknote Awarded Contract To Supply Norsk Tipping’s eInstant Flax Games
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Pollard Banknote Awarded Contract To Supply Norsk Tipping’s eInstant Flax Games
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OREGON LOTTERY CELEBRATES 40TH ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW SCRATCH-IT, RETAIL PARTNERSHIPS
News Release from Oregon Lottery Posted on FlashAlert: April 23rd, 2025 8:57 AM
Downloadable file: On April 25, 1985, the Oregon Lottery b…
Powerball: $36 billion generated for good causes over 33 years!
April 22, 2025
Happy 33rd birthday, Powerball®! Today marks 33 years since the first Powerball drawing was held on April 22, 1992.
Over t…
Statement from the Texas Lottery Chairman
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SMART-TECH 2025 John Davis, Secretary (Director), Florida Lottery
• Welcome to Fort Lauderdale! John Davis, Secretary (Director), Florida Lottery
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SMART-TECH 2025 Harold Mays, Director, Illinois Lottery President of North American Association of State & Provincial Lotteries (NASPL)
• The Intersection of Sports and Lottery in the US, is it a Good thing or Bad thing?
Harold Mays, Director, Illinois Lottery Pre…
SMART-TECH 2025 Andreas Kötter, Chief Executive Officer, WestLotto, Germany
• Lotteries in an evolving landscape – Lessons to share
Andreas Kötter, Chief Executive Officer, WestLotto, Germany Chairman of t…
SMART-TECH 2025 Srini Nedunuri, Senior Vice President iLottery Global, IGT
• Winning Tomorrow: Harness AI to Transform Your Lottery Srini Nedunuri, Senior Vice President iLottery Global, IGT CLICK HERE TO WAT…
SMART-TECH 2025 Lorne Weil, Executive Chairman, Inspired Entertainment
• Disruptor or Disrupted: Carving out a role for lottery in a competitive marketplace
Lorne Weil, Executive Chairman, Inspired Enter…
SMART-TECH 2025 Mike Purcell, Head of Retail Sales, Abacus Solutions International and Jon Roth, Chief Revenue Officer for the Iowa Lottery
• Modernizing Lottery to keep up with Retail Modernization
Mike Purcell, Head of Retail Sales, Abacus Solutions International and Jon…
SMART-TECH 2025 Jarrod Cummins, Director Commercial Business Lines, The Kroger Company
• How the modern consumer is changing the face of retail, and why this is an opportunity for Lottery
Jarrod Cummins, Director Commerc…
SMART-TECH 2025 Jim Acton, Senior Vice President Business Development, EQL Games
• How Lotteries Can Harness the Power of Sports
Jim Acton, Senior Vice President Business Development, EQL Games
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SMART-TECH 2025 Merril Fullerton, Account Advisor, Alchemy3
• Fueling Innovation Through Agile Research
Merril Fullerton, Account Advisor, Alchemy3
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SMART-TECH 2025 Danny Bogus, President & Chief Executive Officer, Gambyt
• Multiplying Our Superpower: Expanding Retailer Partnerships with Digital Integration
Danny Bogus, President & Chief Executive O…
SMART-TECH 2025 Gus Fritschie, Senior Vice President of Information Security Services, Bulletproof (GLI, Gaming Labs)
• What Worries You Most?
Gus Fritschie, Senior Vice President of Information Security Services, Bulletproof (GLI, Gaming Labs)
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SMART-TECH 2025 Joshua Johnston, Director, Washington Lottery and Lead Director of Mega Millions Consortium
• Mega Millions: Bigger, Better, Faster, More
Joshua Johnston, Director, Washington Lottery and Lead Director of Mega Millions Cons…
SMART-TECH 2025 Adam Barry, Vice President of Business Development, INTRALOT, Inc.
• The AI Dilemma: More Insights or More Noise?
Adam Barry, Vice President of Business Development, INTRALOT, Inc. CLICK HERE TO W…
SMART-TECH 2025 Rob Wesley, Vice President, North America Customer Development, Aristocrat Interactive
• From Now to Next: Lotteries’ Stake in U.S. Gaming
Rob Wesley, Vice President, North America Customer Development, Aristocrat Intera…
SMART-TECH 2025 Helmut Becker, Chief Executive Officer, ZEAL Network
• Modernizing Lottery Games to Meet Evolving Consumer Expectations
Helmut Becker, Chief Executive Officer, ZEAL Network
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International Game Technology PLC to Host First Quarter 2025 Results Conference Call on Tuesday, May 13, 2025
LONDON, April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) will host a conference call and live webcast on…
INTRALOT extends contract with New Hampshire Lottery through 2033
Intralot has extended its gaming systems contract with the New Hampshire Lottery Commission for an additional seven years, ensuring continu…
Kentucky Lottery, Kentucky Distillers’ Association to Announce ‘Kentucky Bourbon Trail®’ Lottery Games
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Panel Discussion: Digital Lottery and the Player Journey: CONTENT
• Panel Discussion: Digital Lottery and the Player Journey: CONTENT How are iLottery games evolving to appeal to the next generation of o…
SMART-TECH 2025 Panel Discussion: Current and in-the-pipeline initiatives and strategies, MUSL (Multi-State Lottery Association)
•Panel Discussion: Current and in-the-pipeline initiatives and strategies, MUSL (Multi-State Lottery Association)
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SMART-TECH 2025 Panel Discussion: Retail Optimization What does Lottery need to do to adapt and align with Retail’s innovations, advancements, and modernization?
• Panel Discussion: Retail Optimization What does Lottery need to do to adapt and align with Retail’s innovations, advancements, and…
Oregon Lottery marks 40 years of impact on state’s economy ‘without raising taxes’
Forty years ago, the Oregon Lottery began selling its first game. It was a scratch-it called “Pot of Gold” that debuted on April 25, 1985…
NY Posts $2.14 Billion in Revenue from $23.94 Billion Handle over 24/25 Fiscal Year
New York wrapped up its 2024/25 fiscal year with a strong performance in sports betting, reporting a total handle of $23.94 billion, accord…
UK Gambling Commission flags rising money laundering and terrorist financing risks
The UK Gambling Commission has warned operators of rising money laundering and terrorist financing risks, including AI deepfakes and crypto…
Indiana Senate Bill To Ban Lottery Couriers Sits As Desk Of Gov. Mike Braun
Indiana Senate Bill To Ban Lottery Couriers Sits As Desk Of Gov. Mike Braun
A Senate Bill has passed through the Indiana House that will b…
European Court intervenes as Germany-Malta dispute intensifies
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) hosted a cross-country hearing concerning the losses of a German Lottoland player.
Jurors will now wit…
Nevada One Step Closer to Criminalizing Sweepstakes Casinos
Nevada’s Senate unanimously approved SB 256 Monday. The bill significantly increases penalties for illegal online gambling operators, inclu…
Novomatic and EQL Games approved in United Arab Emirates
Novomatic and EQL Games have become the latest suppliers to secure license approval in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The approval from t…
Maryland Fifth State To Send Cease-And-Desist Letters to Robinhood, Kalshi, And Crypto.com
State joins Nevada, New Jersey, Ohio, and Illinois in seeking to ban sports prediction markets
Maryland has become the fifth state to send…
WLA Interviews Robert Chvátal, Executive Chairman of Sazka, Chair of the CILBC and Chief Executive Officer of Allwyn Group
New Committee Chair discusses WLA work to combat illegal gambling activities
Illegal betting
Sports betting and integrity
The WLA Comb…
Senate Bill 860 - Maryland online sweepstakes ban dies as legislative session ends
Maryland online sweepstakes ban dies as legislative session ends A Maryland bill aimed at online sweepstakes casinos failed to advance bef…
DC Lottery Introducing the District's First $50 'Extreme' Scratcher
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Get Ready for an ‘Extreme’ Gaming Experience!
The DC Lottery is taking excitement to the next level with the launch of it…
Flutter set to complete $2.5 billion Snaitech acquisition after securing final regulatory approvals
Flutter Entertainment is preparing to close its €2.3 billion ($2.5 billion) acquisition of Italian omnichannel gaming operator Snaitech…
The New York Lottery partners with MRM to modernize its mobile app and attract younger, digital-first players
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The New York Lottery partners with MRM to modernize its mobile app and attract younger, digital-first players. New features…
Maryland online sweepstakes ban dies as legislative session ends
Senate Bill 860
A Maryland bill aimed at banning online sweepstakes casinos failed to advance before the state’s 2025 legislative session…
Players won 5X more in first drawing of new Mega Millions game than they would have under old matrix
In April 8 drawing, players took home $3.4 million more in prizes thanks to new built-in 2X-10X non-jackpot multiplier, showing the value o…
Brazil’s Central Bank says it lacks power to block illegal betting transactions
The President of Brazil’s Central Bank, Gabriel Galípolo, told lawmakers this week that the institution does not have the legal authority t…
Brazil’s Central Bank says it lacks power to block illegal betting transactions
The President of Brazil’s Central Bank, Gabriel Galípolo, told lawmakers this week that the institution does not have the legal authority t…
Scientific Games Wins Two 2025 Communitas Awards for Excellence in Community Service
Scientific Games Wins Two 2025 Communitas Awards for Excellence in Community Service
Company’s SG Tech Project and Women’s STEAM Careers…
INSPIRED LAUNCHES CATCH OF THE DAY EXTRA SPINS™
INSPIRED LAUNCHES CATCH OF THE DAY EXTRA SPINS™
April 09, 2025 - Inspired Entertainment, Inc. (“Inspired” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: IN…
Allwyn showcases new National Lottery in-store terminals and kit at National Convenience Show
ALLWYN SHOWCASES NEW NATIONAL LOTTERY IN-STORE TERMINALS AND KIT AT NATIONAL CONVENIENCE SHOW
Allwyn, operator of The National Lottery, ha…
Scientific Games SCiQ Technology Provides Retail and Supply Chain Improvements to North Carolina Education Lottery
Scientific Games SCiQ Technology Provides Retail and Supply Chain Improvements to North Carolina Education Lottery
Company’s SCiQ Re…
INTRALOT signs contract extension in New Zealand until 2032
The company will continue to provide its integrated solution Electronic Monitoring System (EMS) for Class 4 venues to the Department of Int…
Delaware Lottery reaches GOLDEN anniversary - 50 years! $6.5B contributed to state’s general fund
Helene Keeley, Director of the Delaware Lottery and Barbara Miller, Deputy Director of the Delaware Lottery marked the 50th anniversary wit…
Pollard Banknote Announces Completion Of The Previously Announced Acquisition Of Pacific Gaming
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, April 1, 2025 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) announced today that it has completed the…
The NEW Mega Millions first drawing will be held Tuesday, April 8 at 11:00 p.m. Eastern time.
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Mega Millions is getting ready for a MEGA overhaul with new enhancements debut…
Norway regulator blocks 57 illegal gambling websites
Lotteritilsynet, Norway's gambling regulator, has ordered the blocking of 57 online gaming websites found operating unlawfully within the c…
Sweden to end land-based casino gambling by 2026
Sweden’s parliament has voted to abolish land-based casino gambling, a decision that will lead to the closure of the country’s last remaini…
California tribes deny sports betting deal with DraftKings, FanDuel amid renewed debate
California’s leading tribal gaming groups have refuted reports that a deal has been reached with commercial sportsbook operators DraftKings…
Hong Kong Government opens consultation on legalising basketball betting -Plan would allow licensed basketball betting via Hong Kong Jockey Club
Key points:
- Plan would allow licensed basketball betting via Hong Kong Jockey Club
- Safeguards include youth protections and restricti…
INTRALOT announces Full Year 2024 Financial Results
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“INTRALOT announces 3.4% y-o-y Revenue growth at €376.4m and Adjusted EBITDA at €130.7m in FY24”
INTRALOT’s Chairman…
(WestLotto) Podcast Values & Leadership: New episode with Thomas König
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Trust, responsibility, integrity, respect, courage, and sustainability – the Values Commission, of which WestLotto…
Happy 36th Birthday Kentucky Lottery Corporation.
We're celebrating our 36th anniversary!
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The Slovenian Lottery -300 years old - is displaying an Exhibition '300 YEARS OF PLAYING FOR A GOOD PURPOSE''
What do the cathedral and Plečnik Stadium have in common?
Ljubljana, April 2, 2025 – Lottery games have a long, varied and socially import…
BRAZIL: LOTERJ creates a commission to conduct research and studies for the implementation of a physical video lottery operation
Loteria do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (LOTERJ) creates a commission to carry out research and studies for the implementation of a physical op…
Veikkaus announces two new members elected to Veikkaus' Board of Directors
We are happy to announce that two new members have been elected to Veikkaus' Board of Directors!
Martti Ala-Härkönen and Charles Cohen b…
WyoLotto’s Chief Operations Officer, Robin Medina, named to national problem gambling committee
Cheyenne, Wyoming
March 28, 2025 – WyoLotto’s Chief Operations Officer, Robin Medina, has been named to join a national committee to sup…
Michigan Gaming Control Board continues cease-and-desist campaign
The Michigan, US, gaming regulator has continued its tirade against operators it says are illegally offering their services to players. Th…
New bill seeking to impose limit on Massachusetts sports betting
Massachusetts lawmakers are taking action to regulate the booming sports betting industry with the introduction of a new bill aimed at impo…
Virginia sports betting revenue jumps 39% in February despite shorter month
Virginia’s sports betting industry posted strong year-over-year growth in February, with both handle and revenue increasing despite the sho…
The Hong Kong Jockey Club in the prestigious Dubai World Cup 2025! Saturday, April 5
Get ready for a thrilling showdown this , as Romantic Warrior, Sword Point, and Howdeepisyourlove represent Hong Kong in the prestigious D…
We officially launched the Intralot Women in Lottery Leadership (WiLL) program
It was an inspiring and meaningful session where we introduced the mission and purpose of WiLL, shared its origins, and celebrated some of…
It's our birthday! 🎉 34 years ago today, Lotto Brandenburg was born as a company and gave $410,000 back to the state in 2024
It's our birthday! 🎉 34 years ago today, Lotto Brandenburg was born as a company. Since then, there have not only been 133 lottery millio…
BCLC is 40! This month marks an new milestone in BCLC’s history, as we celebrate 40 years of giving back to the communities
This is no April Fool’s joke – BCLC is 40! That’s right – this month marks an new milestone in BCLC’s history, as we celebrate 40 years of…
WLA Executive Director Luca Esposito Poleo is participating in the The Council of Europe project for Addressing Competitions Manipulation Together (ACT),
All continents face common challenges with the manipulation of sports competitions and issues linked to their rapidly growing sports bett…
EU Court of Justice to hear challenge to Italy’s ban on gambling ads
The ECJ will determine whether the ban is compatible with EU law.
Italy.- A challenge to Italy’s ban on gambling ads will go to the Euro…
IGT Notice of 2025 Annual General Meeting and 2024 Annual Report and Accounts
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LONDON, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) today announc…
Notice of 2025 Annual General Meeting and 2024 Annual Report and Accounts
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LONDON, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) today announc…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Named Best Testing Laboratory in CEE in GamingTECH CEE Awards 2025
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Named Best Testing Laboratory in CEE in GamingTECH CEE Awards 2025 LAKEWOOD, N.J. (April 2…
Ontario Online Gambling Market Celebrates Three-Year Anniversary
49 licensed igaming operators live in Ontario at the 3-year mark
$1.1 billion in cash wagers April 2022
$7.1 billion in February 2025
T…
Irish regulator calls on lottery firms and others to register licence interest
Lottery companies, alongside other Irish betting and gaming stakeholders, have been encouraged to register interest in the country’s new li…
France Strengthens Anti-Fraud and Anti-Money Laundering Measures in the iGaming Sector
France Strengthens Anti-Fraud and Anti-Money Laundering Measures in the iGaming Sector
The French National Gambling Authority (ANJ) has re…
Baltimore sues DraftKings, FanDuel, alleging misleading tactics
"These companies are engaging in shady practices, and the people of our city are literally paying the price," Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott…
Detroit Tigers Partner With Michigan Lottery For Retail, Online Games
As the Detroit Tigers prepare for their Opening Day at Comerica Park on Thursday, the Michigan Lottery has announced a new series of games…
Colorado sports betting revenue jumps 80% to $46.4 million in February
Colorado’s sports betting market saw an 80% increase in gross gaming revenue (GGR) for February 2025, reaching $46.4 million, up from $25.8…
Hard Rock International names NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. Teams as brand ambassador
Hard Rock International has welcomed NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. as a brand ambassador to its roster of athlete partners. The…
RFP: Montana Lottery Operating System and Related Services
The State Procurement Services Division, on behalf of the State Lottery, is seeking a vendor to provide the Montana Lottery Operating Sys…
Allwyn UK, operator of The National Lottery, has today announced that it has achieved the European Lotteries (EL) Responsible Gaming Certification, as well as Level 4 of the World Lottery Association’s (WLA) Responsible Gaming Framework
ALLWYN UK ACHIEVES DUO OF INTERNATIONAL RESPONSIBLE GAMING CERTIFICATIONS – UK National Lottery operator secures prestigious European Lot…
ZEAL and Tipico announce strategic partnership
ZEAL and Tipico announce strategic partnership
Tipico Games integrates virtual slot games from ZEAL Instant Games into its product range…
NEW MEGA MILLIONS® WITH BIGGER PRIZES ARRIVES IN TEXAS
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NEW MEGA MILLIONS® WITH BIGGER PRIZES ARRIVES IN TEXAS
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Fennica Gaming is Expanding with Transfer of Leading Game Studio to Gear Up for international Success
Fennica Gaming is set to challenge the gaming industry with its latest strategic business transfer. From April 1, 2025, Fennica Gaming will…
NY’s Responsible Play Partnership Fosters Statewide Collaborative Efforts for Problem Gambling Awareness Month
The national theme of this year’s Problem Gambling Awareness Month, “Seeking Understanding,” was exemplified during March through the colla…
JOB: Pennsylvania Lottery 'Attorney' Department of Revenue, Office of Chief Counsel
Governor's Office of General Counsel
Attorney Department of Revenue, Office of Chief Counsel
The Pennsylvania Governor’s…
MAR 29 Mark Giannantonio got 2 Atlantic City casinos through crises
Mark Giannantonio’s first casino job was bringing food to gamblers at an eatery on the casino floor at Resorts Casino Hotel as a college fr…
Florida non-tribal casino revenue down 0.1% year-over-year in February
Florida’s eight non-tribal casinos generated $58.4 million in net slot revenue last month, down 0.1% compared to the $58.5 million in Febru…