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Pennsylvania Lottery offers second-chance drawing for Eagles tickets
Pennsylvania Lottery players may enter any non-winning $5 Eagles Fast Play game tickets into a second-chance drawing to score tickets to an…
OpenBet and IMG Arena put up for sale by Endeavor
Endeavor Group Holdings disclosed a strategy this week to divest its sports betting divisions as part of a previously-announced plan this s…
Inspired Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results
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Inspired Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results
Second Quarter Revenue of $75.6 million, driven primaril…
Austrian Supreme Court orders gambler to return partial winnings to unlicensed operator in landmark case
In a recent ruling, Austria's Supreme Court partially sided with an unlicensed online gambling operator seeking to reclaim winnings from a…
Utah lawmaker to continue push for a state lottery next year
After her initial proposal failed to gain traction on Utah’s Capitol Hill, State Representative Kera Birkeland confirmed her plans to reint…
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation - OLG rolls out self-serve lottery technology in Ontario
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation is looking to make the process of buying lottery products more seamless with the rollout of self-ser…
IGT Appoints Nick Khin as President, Global Gaming
LONDON, Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that Nick Khin has been appointe…
MDJS publishes "Sport in Morocco, Achievements and Legends"
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The Moroccan Games and Sports Association (MDJS), in collaboration with the publishing house “Éditions Écono…
Danish gambling revenue up across all sectors
The national regulator has reported increases in revenue in online casino, land-based casino, gaming machines and betting.
Denmark.- The D…
Apollo Seeking $550 Million Venetian Dividend
Apollo Global Management (NYSE: APO) is asking Nevada regulators to approve a $550 million distribution from the Venetian on the Las Vegas…
Mass Lottery Launches the GAME of THRONES™ Instant Ticket
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Pollard Banknote Discloses Information Regarding The Michigan iLottery Contract
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, August 6, 2024 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) disclosed today the Michigan Lottery (“L…
Scientific Games Adds Inspired Entertainment's Virtual Sports to SG Content Hub, Expanding Access to iLottery Content Globally
Scientific Games Adds Inspired Entertainment's Virtual Sports to SG Content Hub, Expanding Access to iLottery Content Globally
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Iowa Lottery sees record sales for fiscal year 2024
The Iowa Lottery says that it saw record sales of $489.9 million in the just-completed 2024 fiscal year.
The Iowa Lottery released its ann…
Massachusetts State Lottery reports $1.157 billion net profit for FY 2024
The Massachusetts State Lottery has announced an estimated net profit of $1.157 billion for the fiscal year 2024, which ran from July 1, 2…
iLottery Authorized in Massachusetts as Governor Healey signs FY 2025 Budget
iLottery Authorized in Massachusetts as Governor Healey signs FY 2025 Budget
July 29, 2024
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey today sign…
International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024
Achieved record H1'24 Operating income and Adjusted EBITDA excluding Separation and divestiture costs
Delivered Q2'24 revenue of $1…
La Française des Jeux: Provision of the half-yearly financial report
BOULOGNE, France--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Regulatory News:
La Française des Jeux (FDJ) (Paris:FDJ), the leading gambling operator in France, an…
FDJ Group (Paris:FDJ) sells its Sporting Solutions Services subsidiary to the Betsson group
BOULOGNE-BILLANCOURT, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News:
FDJ Group (Paris:FDJ), France’s leading gaming operator, is announcing tha…
IN MEMORIAM: Former New Jersey Lottery Executive Director Gloria Decker passes away at 91
Former Executive paved the way for the lottery world
By Kate Northrop
On Thursday, the New Jersey Lottery published a dedication to the l…
Inspired Entertainment and bet365 expand partnership to Pennsylvania
The deal marks the second North American market launch for Inspired’s iGaming content in two months, following its launch in New Jersey.
U…
New Zealand Announces iGaming Legalization to Thwart Offshore Websites
The New Zealand government is moving toward legalizing online casino gambling as part of an effort to rid offshore gaming websites’ ability…
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Could Finally Settle Skill Games Issue
The issue of whether Pennsylvania skill games represent illegal gambling in the state has finally arrived at its inevitable destination. Th…
First and Only GLI-GSF-1 v1.0 Gaming Information Security (GIS) Common Controls Audit Re-Released for Public Comment
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (July 30, 2024) – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) has achieved another milestone, releasing the first and only gami…
Earnings Roundup: Sports betting companies release quarterly reports
This week saw a number of companies with ties to sports betting release their quarterly earnings reports. Here are some takeaways from what…
The impact of wearable technology on the iGaming experience
The wearable tech market is expected to hit $18.48 billion by the end of 2024 and $493.2 billion by 2029, reporting 17.6% from 2024 to 2029…
Maryland Senator Says Marketing Campaign Needed To Pass Online Casino
Maryland Sen. Ron Watson thought he had everything figured out for online casino passage this year.
Facing a structural budget deficit, Ma…
Pennsylvania casinos ask court to force state to tax skill games found in stores equally to slots
The owners of 12 Pa. casinos have filed a lawsuit claiming a tax on slot machine revenue is unconstitutional because the state doesn’t impo…
DraftKings is shutting down its non-fungible token (NFT) business following recent legal challenges
Sports gambling giant DraftKings is shutting down its non-fungible token (NFT) business following recent legal challenges. The decision com…
Alberta Could Launch Online Gaming And Poker By Next Year
Province Expected To Follow Ontario Market
After Ontario’s successful regulation of online gaming, including poker, in 2022, the Canadian…
Ladbrokes owner Entain names former Scientific Games chief Gavin Isaacs as CEO
July 22 (Reuters) - Ladbrokes owner Entain (ENT.L), opens new tab on Monday named Gavin Isaacs, former CEO of betting group Scientific Game…
French Cops Catch Cheating Network Using ‘Microscopic’ Earpiece
French authorities have arrested a 63-year-old Ukrainian and a 37-year-old Latvian on suspicion of perpetrating a sophisticated, hi-tech po…
DraftKings to tax winning bets in high-rate states in a bid to boost profit
Mobile betting powerhouse is planning a tax on consumers in states with the highest sports betting tax rates, as the company looks to boos…
Uganda National Lottery: Transformative hope arrives with the official launch
KAMPALA, Uganda, 26th July 2024 – ITHUBA Uganda, the official operator of the Uganda National Lottery, proudly announced the grand launch o…
FDJ sees digital acceleration drive H1 growth
Française des Jeux’s (FDJ) H1 revenue climbed 11% YoY to €1.4bn thanks to contributions from Zeturf and Premier Lotteries Ireland (PLI) and…
Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Netherlands Gambling Authority commits to action plan against black market
Michel Groothuizen has expressed that there will be a “continuity and inevitability” to Dutch gambling reforms, regardless of government ch…
UK Gross Gambling Yield up 12% in the first quarter of FY24-25, Gambling Commission reports
The Gambling Commission has released new data covering the gambling industry in Great Britain from March 2020 to June 2024. This data inclu…
DraftKings closes NFT business amid legal troubles
Sports gambling giant DraftKings is shutting down its non-fungible token (NFT) business following recent legal challenges. The decision com…
SC Lottery’s Communications Coordinator, Julie Huffman, Wins Industry’s Top Award
SC Lottery’s Communications Coordinator Wins Industry’s Top Award
COLUMBIA, SC (July 29, 2024) – The South Carolina Education Lottery i…
IGT Leader Honored with Responsible Gambling Excellence Award from National Council on Problem Gambling
IGT Leader Honored with Responsible Gambling Excellence Award from National Council on Problem Gambling
LONDON – July 29, 2024 – Internati…
Scientific Games Instant Products Exec Jeff Fain Wins 2024 Powers Award
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SCIENTIFIC GAMES INSTANT PRODUCTS EXEC JEFF FAIN WINS 2024 POWERS AWARD
ATLANTA – July 29, 2024 – Sci…
IGT's Gaming and Digital Business and Everi to Be Acquired Simultaneously by Apollo Funds in All-Cash Transaction
Companies to Move Forward Under Private Ownership
Everi Stockholders to Receive $14.25 Per Share in Cash, Representing a Significant Premi…
Michael “Mickey” Boardman, Director of the Maine State Lottery voted the Lead Director of the The Lucky for Life® game group starting July 2024
The Lucky for Life® game group has recently announced that Michael “Mickey” Boardman, Director of the Maine State Lottery, was unanimously…
Nelda Treviño, governmental affairs division director, Texas Lottery, named a recipient of a 2024 Powers Award
TEXAS LOTTERY COMMISSION’S GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS DIRECTOR RECEIVES TOP INDUSTRY HONOR
AUSTIN – The Texas Lottery Commission today announced…
UAE (United Arab Emirates) lottery games to operate within the GCGRA’s regulatory framework
The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), the federal entity overseeing commercial gaming activities in the United Arab E…
Dominant US Basketball, Soccer Teams Driving High Betting Interest On Olympics
Sports books say they expect strong betting interest in this year’s Olympics, driven by dominant U.S. basketball and soccer teams.
But tha…
Online gambling in Australia has ‘exponentially increased’, new report warns
New research shows an increasing number of Australians are gambling online and entering "risky” territory.
The Australian National Univers…
FDJ unveils a “Grand Loto de Paris 2024” for the opening ceremony of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Download PDF
Boulogne, July 25, 2024 – Official partner of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games , FDJ is offering a Grand Loto of 15 million euro…
New York Assemblyman Clyde Vanel has introduced Bill A10658, which aims to extend the state’s advertising restrictions for retail gambling facilities
New York Assemblyman Clyde Vanel has introduced Bill A10658, which aims to extend the state’s advertising restrictions for retail gambling…
Bally’s accepts $4.6 billion buyout from Standard General
Rhode Island-based Bally’s Corp. has agreed to a buyout offer from Standard General LP, its largest shareholder, for $4.6 billion. The Ne…
Oregon Lottery Offers Wagers for Olympic Games in Paris
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Salem, Ore. – From karate to surfing, fans will have more than 400 betting options through…
ANJ confirms Euro 2024 bets down on forecasts
The French gambling regulator has confirmed that €650m in stakes was placed during Euro 2024, down from total stakes of €700m in Euro 2020…
UK: The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has announced Fiona Twycross appointed Minister for Gambling
It had been expected that Stephanie Peacock would take on the role.
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has announced its…
Delaware Casinos Return to 24/7 Operations, as iGaming Flourishes
Two casinos in Delaware have returned their gaming floors to around-the-clock operations for the first time since the onset of the COVID-19…
Pollard Banknote Awarded Five-Year Contract Extension From The Interprovincial Lottery Corporation
Press Release July 25, 2024
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, July 25, 2024 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) is pleased t…
Atlas Experiences Secures Exclusive North American Rights to Supermarket Sweep
Atlas Experiences and Fremantle Exclusively Collaborate on Lottery Promotions Incorporating Supermarket Sweep Game Shows, Lottery Games and…
Legislation to legalize online sports betting introduced in special session
The November ballot could include an item to legalize online sports betting in Nebraska as a means to help raise money for property tax rel…
First Gambling Survey for Great Britain Annual Report published
25 July 2024
The Gambling Commission has today launched a new gambling survey which is set to become one of the largest in the world and e…
Ontario's igaming market continues growth in Q1
The igaming market in Ontario saw increases both on the previous quarter and year-on-year in both stakes and revenue in Q1.
The latest rep…
La Française des Jeux (FDJ) Solid performance in the first half of 2024, 2024 objectives confirmed
Turnover of €1,428 million, up +11% compared to the first half of 2023 and +5% on a comparable basis [1]
Revenue from gaming activit…
Registration open! CIBELAE Conference on Anti-Money Laundering and Innovation in the official game
CIBELAE, in collaboration with the National Lottery of Charity of El Salvador (LNB) , is pleased to announce that registration is now open…
Nevada Gaming Commission Confronts Penn on Compliance Shortfalls
Penn Entertainment, which runs 43 casinos across the United States, faced rigorous examination during a Nevada Gaming Commission meeting
T…
Texas Committee to Evaluate Potential of Casino Gambling Ahead of 2025 Legislative Session
The North Texas Commission is forming a committee of business and community leaders to look into issues related to destination resorts and…
DraftKings launches sports betting app in Washington DC
DraftKings has confirmed plans to introduce a sports betting app in Washington DC.
Subject to licensing and regulatory approval, The Di…
Puerto Rico Lottery joins CIBELAE as a regular member
CIBELAE is pleased to announce the incorporation of the Puerto Rico Lottery as a regular member.
This membership was approved during th…
In an opinion piece published on Icelandic news website Visir, (EGBA) secretary-general Martin Haijer called for a “rethink” of the nation’s monopoly-based market
European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) secretary-general Martin Haijer believes Iceland can follow Nordic neighbours Denmark and Sw…
Maryland lawmakers will not introduce another iGaming legalization bill until 2026, state Sen. Ron Watson reaffirmed
Maryland lawmakers will not introduce another iGaming legalization bill until 2026, state Sen. Ron Watson reaffirmed.
One of the nation’s…
Chinese ‘cybercrime syndicate’ behind gambling sites advertised at European sporting events
A constellation of illegal online gambling brands whose advertisements adorn football stadiums throughout Europe is all linked to one group…
Study Commission In Ohio Shows New York Approach To Online Casinos Might Work
Perhaps Sen. Joseph Addabbo may be on to something in his quest to legalize online casinos in New York.
While only six states currently of…
The Tennessee Education Lottery sets new record for education funding
NEWS UPDATE July 16, 2024
LOTTERY SETS NEW RECORD FOR EDUCATION FUNDING
IN TENNESSEE
More Than Half-a-Billion Raised During the Pas…
House Study Commission Recommends Ohio iGaming, iLottery
Three Ohio House members say they are “encouraged with the current state and direction of the gaming industry” in the Buckeye State. Howeve…
IGT Named "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" by the 2024 Disability Equality Index
Company earned top score in the 2024 Disability Equality Index for the second consecutive year in the U.S. and first time in the UK for rec…
Nederlandse Loterij Appoints Arno de Jong as its New Chief Customer Officer
Nederlandse Loterij has appointed Arno de Jong as its new Chief Customer Officer.
De Jong has been with Nederlandse Loterij since 2016, se…
ILottery In Mass. Budget Deal Could Give Way To ‘Modern’ Experience, Director Says
iLottery could soon light up Massachusetts screens after legislative negotiators included language in a compromise budget deal to make onli…
Genius Sports Partnering with Musk’s X on New Advertising Product
Sports betting data provider Genius Sports is partnering with X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, on the “Trend Genius”…
Legislative Analyst: NY ‘Cannot Go Back’ On 51% Sports Betting Tax
The hope of some US sports betting operators to get a lower mobile NY tax rate appeared crushed Thursday in Pittsburgh.
Troy Mackey, the c…
Scientific Games Continues as Primary Scratch-offs Partner as Louisiana Lottery Tracks for Great Year
Jul 18, 2024
Scientific Games Continues as Primary Scratch-offs Partner as Louisiana Lottery Tracks for Great Year
ATLANTA – July 18, 2…
EQL Games launches Team USA omni-channel lottery games in Virginia ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024
[LOUISVILLE, KY, Jul. 17, 2024] – EQL Games recently unveiled an unparalleled gaming experience with the debut of its omni-channel Team USA…
Idaho Lottery Celebrates 35 Years with Record Dividend to People of Idaho
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Michigan to keep cracking down on fake "skill-based" slot machines in bars, restaurants, gas stations
The Michigan Gaming Control Board says it's going to continue to crack down on illegal, unregulated slot machine-type machines often found…
Ontario Lottery Supports Ontario Athletes in Olympics Spot
BAZ directs the spot from BBDO Canada and School Editing editor Izzy Ehrlich
The new campaign 'Sponsored By You' edited by Izzy Ehrlich of…
New European Parliament: Implications for the lottery sector
As the newly elected European Parliament convenes its first plenary session (15-19 July 2024), a new chapter begins for EU governance for t…
Allwyn celebrates the role of National Lottery players in Team GB’s and ParalympicsGB’s success with ‘Paris 2024’, Leo Burnett’s first major strategic work for the operator
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Allwyn, operator of The National Lottery, has debuted ‘Paris 2024’ with its creative partner, Leo Bu…
Global technology outage affecting flights, casinos Worldwide
An IT issue affecting many businesses and services around the country is being felt here in the valley.
The massive disruptiongrounded…
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) and Team Canada join forces on eve of Paris Olympics
The Paris Summer Olympics (July 26-Aug. 11) kick off next work and sportsbook operators are offering up more markets for bettors, covering…
Illinois Lottery celebrates 50th anniversary with cash prizes
CHICAGO - The Illinois Lottery is celebrating its 50th anniversary this Thursday by taking a nostalgic journey back to 1974!
From 11 a.m…
Scientific Games announces Gina Smith has joined the company as the new Vice President, Lottery Enterprise Systems Products
SCIENTIFIC GAMES ANNOUNCES GINA SMITH AS NEW VP, LOTTERY ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS PRODUCTS
ATLANTA, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Gam…
The European Lotteries’ (EL) Manifesto for the New EU Term Lotteries in Europe: At the Service of the Common Good
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- Lotteries in Europe: At the Service of the Common Good
In light of the incoming European Parli…
Športna loterija, d.d. achieves 5th RG re-certification
Committed to addressing illegal gambling and related criminal activities while minimising any potential harm on society, EL has developed a…
German Court approves GGL position on foreign-based streamers
The Higher Administrative Court of Saxony-Anhalt has upheld a ban from German gambling regulator GGL against streamers based abroad from ad…
Cloud Migration: Thüringer Staatslotterie Relies on adesso for ERP Modernisation
Dortmund | 18. July 2024
Thüringer Staatslotterie, the staat lottery provider for Thuringia in Germany, is pushing ahead with digitalisati…
ZEAL Submits Concretized Squeeze-Out Request to LOTTO24 AG
Annual General Meeting of subsidiary LOTTO24 AG convened on August 27 – resolution on squeeze-out
Amount of cash compensation for minori…
IGT CEO Global Lottery Renato Ascoli Inducted into Lottery Industry Hall of Fame
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Longtime industry visionary to be honored during World Lottery Summit 2024
LONDON, July 17, 2024 /PRNewswir…
Scientific Games Adds EQL Games as Newest SG Content Hub Partner
Jul 15, 2024
Scientific Games Adds EQL Games as Newest SG Content Hub Partner
ATLANTA – July 15, 2024 – Scientific Games has added a new…
17-year-old from England arrested in cyber hackings targeting MGM Resorts
A 17-year-old boy from England has been arrested in connection with large-scale cyber hackings that targeted major companies including MGM…
Data-driven customer management is the future of national lottery companies
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