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Taiwan Sports Lottery sales NT$64 Billion in 2024
Taipei, Jan. 28 (CNA) Taiwan Sports Lottery reached a new milestone in 2024, with total sales topping NT$64 billion (US$1.94 billion), the…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Promotes Andrea Bossard to Vice President, Engineering
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (January 27, 2025) – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) has promoted Andrea Bossard to Vice President, Engineering fro…
Serbia actions sweep on gambling venues
Serbia’s municipalities and districts have been instructed to enforce stricter rules on gambling venues following the fast-tracking of amen…
Online gambling legalization clears first hurdle in Indiana statehouse
Legal lottery and casino games could come to your smartphone as soon as September.
A proposal authorizing interactive gambling — known as…
New Hampshire Online Casino Bill Filed, Sites Would Need Brick-and-Mortar Partners
New Hampshire is the latest state this year to field legislation to allow online casino gambling.
The DraftKings Sportsbook at The Brook i…
Online Gambling Sites Linked to Fentanyl Money Laundering
Criminal organizations are using online gambling platforms and associated payment processors to launder money from fentanyl production and…
Alabama Gaming Fight Revs Up, as Lawmakers Prep 2025 Legislative Session
A new year means a new fight in Alabama to end the state’s longstanding ban on most forms of gambling.
is again in focus as the Alabama Le…
Will Philippines exit money-laundering “grey list” next month?
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) will soon determine if it will remove the Philippines from its “grey list” of countries at higher ri…
How ‘Dark Patterns’ in Sports Betting Apps Keep Users Gambling
Like addiction to substances such as alcohol or opioids, gambling addiction is considered a mental health disorder. But a gambling problem…
The wide world of sports betting is narrowing. DraftKings and FanDuel have about 80% of the U.S.
NEW YORK, Jan 23 (Reuters Breakingviews) - The wide world of sports betting is narrowing. DraftKings (DKNG.O), opens new tab and FanDuel ha…
Addabbo Will Push to Address the Sweepstakes Gaming Loophole
Queens, NY (January 21, 2025): During the taping of a podcast series on New York State gaming with political news organization City and Sta…
Scientific Games' Omnichannel Gaming System Selected to Power Deutsche Klassenlotterie Berlin
New Contract Marks the Sixth European Lottery Choosing Company’s SYMPHONY System
ATLANTA – January 23, 2025 – Scientific Games’ omnichanne…
National Lottery brings in new rules for players and says it's 'win-win'
National Lottery players who win between £500 and £50,000 will be able to have their winnings paid directly into their bank accounts instea…
'Public Benefit Before Profit: Safeguarding the European Lottery Model''
'Public Benefit Before Profit: Safeguarding the European Lottery Model'' An Opinion Piece by Romana Girandon, President of The European L…
LIVE from the EL/World Lottery Association (WLA) Marketing Seminar in beautiful Barcelona!
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Theme: Turning Dilemmas into Opportunities Robin Teigland inspired us to rethink value creat…
RFP: Idaho Lottery Financial Auditing Services
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Idaho Lottery Commission Approves Issuing Request for Proposal for Financial Audit Serv…
Scientific Games’s instant-games operations expert to retire, new leader named
Bryan Murphy Will Succeed Joe Bennett as Company’s New VP, U.S. Operations for Instant Products
ATLANTA – January 22, 2025 – Following a s…
Massachusetts senator introduces bill to drastically alter sports betting regulations
SD 1657 proposes doubling the sports betting tax rate and banning in-play betting.
US.- Massachusetts senator John F. Keenan has introduce…
Michigan releases December 2024 iGaming figures
(PRESS RELEASE) -- Michigan commercial and tribal operators reported a combined $264.2 million total internet gaming gross receipts and gro…
UKGC sends out industry warning notice
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The Commission have become aware of casino games supplied by licensed operators appearing on unlicensed websites availa…
New York Senator Addabbo introduces fresh iGaming bill
New York Senator Joseph Addabbo Jr. has introduced a new bill, SB2614, which seeks to authorise online gaming and lottery gaming in the sta…
Virginia online casino bill halted days after arrival
Senate Bill 827 introduced by Senator Mamie Locke, hoped to authorise the Virginia Lottery Board to issue licenses for online casino gamin…
Andrew Rhodes, Chief Executive, UK Gambling Commission delivers speech at ICE 2025
ICE 2025 World Regulatory Briefing - Andrew Rhodes Speech
21 January 2025
This speech was delivered by Chief Executive Andrew Rhodes at t…
California: Tribes work to unite behind single sports betting policy
Tribal leaders in California are forging a model for legalized sports betting that works for all tribes in the state before the next opport…
Second online casino bill filed in Maryland senate
Maryland lawmakers are continuing their efforts to bring iGaming to the Old Line State at the start of a new legislative session.
Sen. Ron…
There are an estimated 85K unregulated skill games in Pennsylvania - legislators think they should be regulated and taxed
Pennsylvania Skill games, slot-like gaming terminals found in small businesses and social clubs throughout the commonwealth, should be regu…
IGT Modernizes Central Lottery System for LOTTO Thüringen in Germany via Seven-Year Contract Extension
01/22/2025
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Company to deliver comprehensive retail system technology and upgraded software to drive lottery…
Breaking Boundaries: Innovative Approaches to Traditional Marketing Challenges -January 22-24 Barcelona
EL/WLA Marketing Seminar -CLICK HERE TO learn more
In today’s dynamic and fast-paced environment, lottery marketers face a multitude of ch…
ESPN Launches New Responsible Gaming Campaign Called ‘The Talk’
ESPN is diving headfirst into responsible gaming initiatives with a brand new ad campaign, according to a release from the Worldwide Leader…
US Online Casino Growth Accelerated in 2024, With Over $8.4 Billion in Full-Year Revenue
The US online casino industry saw its growth accelerate in 2024 despite a lack of significant new market launches. That’s impressive, as it…
IGT Wins 10-Year Contract with Loterie Nationale to Deliver World-Class Lottery and iLottery Solutions in Luxembourg
01/21/2025
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LONDON, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) ann…
Maryland, Virginia, Indiana, Wyoming, Massachusetts and New York introduce online gaming bills
Four aiming to join multi-state online poker compacts, though legalization faces significant challenges.
Lawmakers in at least six US stat…
Connecticut Sports Betting Bills Would Cap Hold, Require 2-Way Markets
With five bills taking aim at the Connecticut sports betting industry, CT sportsbooks might soon have new rules to follow.
Rep. Tony Scot…
BetMGM Secures Rights to Develop 'Family Feud,' 'The Price is Right' Online Casino Games
U.S. gaming operator BetMGM has announced it has partnered with entertainment group Fremantle.
The partnership permits BetMGM to begin dev…
Pennsylvania: Gaming revenue reaches record more than $6 billion in 2024
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Tuesday reported record yearly revenue of $6.17 billion in 2024, the first time the $6 billion mark w…
The Florida Gaming Control Commission recently testified that existing statutory classifications and penalties for illegal gaming offenses are insufficient checks on illegal gaming
The Florida Gaming Control Commission recently testified that existing statutory classifications and penalties for illegal gaming offenses…
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. is excited to showcase its latest offerings at the ICE tradeshow in Barcelona at stand 3Q40 in Hall 3.
NEW YORK, Jan. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Inspired Entertainment, Inc. (“Inspired” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: INSE), a leading provider of…
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has been selected for Forbes' prestigious list of Canada's Best Employers for the fourth consecutive year
TORONTO, Jan. 21, 2025 /CNW/ - The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is thrilled to have been selected for Forbes' prestigious…
KPMG under investigation over audit of gambling company Entain
The accounting firm KPMG is under investigation by the sector’s UK regulator over its audit of the 2022 accounts of the gambling company En…
Sportsbet Sued by Aussie Gamblers For ‘Illegal’ In-Play Betting
Sportsbet, Flutter Entertainment’s flagship Australian brand, is facing a class-action lawsuit from gamblers who lost money while using its…
Vermont is proposing new rules that would allow Vermonters to try their luck in the state lottery online.
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - Will state lawmakers roll the dice on a new mobile lottery system? The Scott administration is proposing new rules…
Illinois Lottery sales increase 16% in November
Sales of the Illinois Lottery increased by 16 per cent to $317.1 million in November, on strong instant win and Fast Play sales
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Finland drafts updated gambling legislation – key changes explained
Gambling is a popular pastime worldwide. The rise of online platforms has expanded the industry more than ever before. As a result, many co…
Public benefit before profit: Safeguarding the European Lottery model
The European lottery model is much more than a game of chance – it’s a shared societal value worth preserving
National lotteries have a lo…
UKGC's Rhodes urges industry to conduct black market due diligence
Gambling Commission chief executive Andrew Rhodes has warned suppliers and operators should be carrying out due diligence against industry…
Singapore Imposes Ban on Polymarket Amid Online Gambling Crackdown
Singapore has officially restricted access to the prediction marketplace Polymarket, a significant step in its ongoing effort to combat unl…
Governor Youngkin wants to create committee to oversee all gambling in Virginia
Youngkin wants to create committee to oversee all gambling in Virginia RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin signaled his hesitancy…
Private Operator Coalition Looks to Cut Back Loto-Québec Monopoly
Quebec polls this morning show a healthy lead (33%) for the Parti Quebecois party over the governing Coalition Avenir Quebec party (22%), w…
Kentucky Casino And Fantasy Sport Regulation Bill Introduced in House
Kentucky Rep. Thomas Huff filed a bill to legalize casino gaming in the state in the 2025 legislative session. The bill would allow voters…
Maryland Governor Wes Moore proposes doubling sports betting tax rate to 30%
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has proposed a bold move to double the state’s sports betting tax rate from 15% to 30%, a decision that could i…
Responsible Gaming Leader Keith Whyte Abruptly Leaves National Council
Keith Whyte, the executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), has abruptly departed the nonprofit organization…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Brings Highest Levels of Compliance and Cybersecurity Services to ICE 2025
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (January 15, 2025) — The combined global teams from Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®), Bulletproof, SIQ Gaming Labo…
Compliance startup receives investment from former Kindred CEO
Compliance startup receives investment from former Kindred CEO Key points:
- Regulatory compliance tech startup Letzz has received inves…
Hong Kong Football Association chief weighs legalizing betting on local matches
The chairman of the Football Association of Hong Kong, Eric Fok, has suggested that legalizing betting on local football matches could bols…
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. is proud to announce the rollout of its online and mobile slot games catalogue in Brazil throughout January 2025
January 16, 2025 – Inspired Entertainment, Inc. (“Inspired” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: INSE), a leading provider of B2B gaming content, sys…
GHANA: Sammy Awuku supports abolition of betting tax
Former Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA) and Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, Mr Samuel Awuku has expressed h…
Virginia Lottery releases December 2024 casino activity report
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The Virginia Lottery released its report on casino gaming activity for the month of December 2024. There are three opera…
Svenska Spel renews F&B Happy as brand agency
Svenska Spel has renewed its contract with F&B Happy as the lead brand-and-design agency for its advertising campaigns. The agency will…
Norway: Norsk Tipping to lower loss limit on under-24 accounts
Starting 1 February, Norsk Tipping, Norway’s state owned gambling monopoly, will lower the maximum amount players aged 20-to-24 can lose on…
Lithuania approves payment-card blocking law targeting unregulated operators
Lithuania approved an amendment requiring financial institutions to block all payment card transactions from unregulated operators [Tuesday…
Tabcorp names HKJC’s Michael Fitzsimons as Chief Wagering Officer
Australian racing and wagering giant Tabcorp has announced the appointment of current Executive Director Wagering at Hong Kong Jockey Clu…
How a Gambling Bill (Actually) Becomes a Law
You may remember from school (or, if you’re from a certain generation, "School House Rock") the process behind taking a bill and passing it…
IGT Maintains Responsible Gaming Leadership with World Lottery Association Recertification
01/14/2025
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LONDON, Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) a…
Allwyn revolutionises National Lottery prize payments with new digital solution
– New digital payment solution will see retail prizes of between £500.01 and £50,000 in players’ pockets in record time –
– Players ca…
New IGT Research What Drives Player Loyalty?
A new IGT report outlines best practices and actionable strategies to harness the power of loyalty programs.
As lotteries compete fo…
IGT Maintains Highest MSCI ESG Rating of AAA for Second Consecutive Year
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LONDON, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT)…
New igaming bill introduced in Wyoming
House Bill 162 introduces measures to legalise and regulate online betting.
US.- Several Wyoming legislators are pushing House Bill 162 …
Oregon Lottery Launches Cash Pop With Hourly Chances To Win
News Release from Oregon Lottery Posted on FlashAlert: January 13th, 2025 1:27 PM
Downloadable file: Oregon Lottery launches Cash Pop on…
Pollard Banknote Announces Renewal and Expansion of its Credit Facility
WINNIPEG, MB, Jan. 9, 2025 /CNW/ - Pollard Banknote Limited "Pollard Banknote"; (TSX: PBL) is pleased to announce that Pollard Banknote…
Cooley Arroyo takes over as Chief Compliance Officer for the NH Lottery
CONCORD, NH – Following a 10-year career in civil litigation with prominent New England law firm Cleveland, Waters and Bass P.A., Cooley Ar…
Eli, Peyton Manning to Star in FanDuel ‘Kick of Destiny’ Commercials
Eli and Peyton Manning will be the stars of the third iteration of FanDuel’s “Kick of Destiny” advertising campaign, which allows the sport…
Oregon Lottery transfers $947M back to the state
The Oregon Lottery will return more than $947 million to the state for the 2024 fiscal year – a $48 million increase from the previous year…
Virginia Lottery Awards iLottery Contract Renewal to NeoPollard Interactive
LANSING, Michigan, January 6, 2025 /CNW/ – NeoPollard Interactive LLC (“NeoPollard Interactive” or “NPi” or “Company”), jointly owned by Po…
Delta Airlines Books Partnership With DraftKings
Delta Airlines announced a new partnership with DraftKings this week that will see the airline offer many of the online sportsbook and casi…
PANEL DISCUSSION: Driving the Omni-Channel Experience
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Moderator: Mark Michalko, Richard Bateson, Shannon DeHaven, Helene Keeley, Randy Spielman, Lorne Weil
Pechanga pledges $500,000.00 to aid Los Angeles fire victims
The Pechanga Tribe in Southern California announced today a contribution of $500,000.00 to assist Los Angeles fire victims impacted by the…
Digital Responsibility: Safeguarding minors online -Hosted by: The European Lotteries (EL) February 5 @European Parliament (Brussels)
Digital technologies are transforming our economies and societies at unprecedented speed. As the EU strives to promote a human-centric, fai…
PANEL DISCUSSION: Digital Lottery is about so much more than selling lottery tickets online
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Kelley-Jaye Cleland, Moderator; Panelists: Jesse Saccoccio, Peter Sullivan, Rebecca Swindle, Matt Taormina, Rob Wesle…
Wynn Resorts acquires Crown London, expanding its international footprint
Australia’s Crown Resorts has announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell Crown London to Wynn Resorts.
According to a company…
Singapore blocks over 3,800 illegal gambling websites
These measures, effective as of 31 December 2024, are part of a broader effort to curb illegal online gambling targeting the local populati…
Numerous Online Gaming, Sports Betting Bills Headed To State Legislatures
The new year brings new legislative sessions for numerous states around the country. For a few, that has meant the filing of gambling-relat…
Cooley Arroyo Takes Over as Chief Compliance Officer for the New Hampshire Lottery
CONCORD, N.H.
- Following a 10-year career in civil litigation with prominent New England law firm Cleveland, Waters and Bass P.A., Coole…
Maine bill would ban all fantasy prop bets
A bill filed in the Maine Senate proposes a blanket ban on prop betting in fantasy contests. Senate Bill 33 was filed by Democrat Sen. Cra…
Nederlandse Loterij names Maartje Geven as chief technology and information officer
The Nederlandse Loterij has appointed Maartje Geven as chief technology and information officer, with Geven starting the role on 1 March 20…
Greentube Alderney Limited to pay £1m for regulatory failures
09 January 2025
Online gambling business Greentube Alderney Limited, trading as Admiral Casino, is to pay £1 million after a Commission in…
Speaker Ledbetter: Passing a lottery is ‘complicated’ – but Alabama wants to vote on it
Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter is not willing to predict yet whether there is any momentum in the Alabama Legislature to…
Class action lawsuits filed against DraftKings over ad practices
DraftKings is facing a series of class action lawsuits in several states concerning promotional practices that are deemed deceptive and fra…
The 16 lottery companies that form the German Lotto and Toto Block look back on a very successful year in 2024.
Strong year for luck – LOTTO 6aus49 and Co. inspire throughout Germany
Michael Barth, Managing Director of Bremer Toto und Lotto GmbH…
Ohio casinos and racinos report $198.2 million in November revenue, slightly up from 2023
Ohio’s 11 casinos and racinos earned a total of $198.2 million in gambling revenue in November 2024, marking an increase of $3 million from…
In memoriam: Mohamed Sulaimani
It is with great sadness that EL has received the news of the passing of Mr Mohamed Sulaimani, Director General of the Société de Gestion d…
New Jersey gaming regulator eyes stricter reporting in rules update
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) is considering new regulatory requirements that would mandate gambling operators to dis…
Brazil Supreme Court rejects Loterj’s latest appeal in ongoing spat with federal government
Supreme Federal Court (STF) minister André Mendonça has rejected the Rio de Janeiro State Lottery’s (Loterj) appeal against the ban on stat…
Poland Proposes EU Group to Tackle Illegal Gambling Revenue
Poland has proposed the EU form a working group to combat unregulated gambling as part of a bid to recover lost tax revenue.
The Central E…
Texas Lottery Commission has introduced a new step for players purchasing games at self-service vending machines
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It’s been 32 years since its inception and now the Nebraska Lottery hits $1 Billion distributed to the state
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - It’s been 32 years since its inception and now the Nebraska Lottery has surpassed a large mark in funds it’s given b…
Minnesota senator eyes 'safest' sports betting bill in US
A senator in Minnesota, US, believes the sports betting bill he plans to reintroduce this year would be the “safest sports wagering bill in…