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Elevating Play with Multidimensional, Omnichannel Games
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Championship Dreams Fueled by Collaboration between NASCAR and Powerball
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Panel Discussion Moderator: Stephanie Weyant, Deputy Executive Director, Marketing and Products at the Pennsylvania Lottery
Managing iLottery for Maximum Growth, Maximum Player Engagement and Maximum Complementarity with Other Channels Like Land-Based Retail
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Scientific Games 'READY SET PLAN'
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IGT: Taking Versatility to the Max
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Sizing the illegal betting market -By Matthew Spinks, I.T., Data Analysis & Research Consultant
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With the growth of illegal betting, match-fixing, and corruption in sport, estimating the size of the ille…
INTRALOT announces extension of contract with La Marocaine Des Jeux et Des Sports for lottery games
NTRALOT announces the extension of the contract between INTRALOT Maroc, a subsidiary of the INTRALOT Group, and La Marocaine Des Jeux et de…
Tennessee Lottery marks 20 Years of Winning for Education
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January 19, 2024
LOTTERY MARKS 20 YEARS OF WINNING FOR EDUCATION
IN TENNESSEE
More than $7.2 Billion Raised for Education…
EL Members contributed 22 billion euros back to Society in 2022
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Over 2022, the money contributed to society by all the members of the European Lotteries (EL) amount…
UAE to get only one national lottery operator?
The two popular raffle operators in the UAE have put their operations on hold from January 1, 2024
UAE (January 15, 2024) — Popular raffle…
Black Market Gambling Sites Fertile Ground for Money Laundering, Intelligence Agency Warns
Canada’s financial intelligence unit, FinTRAC, warns that criminals continue to launder dirty money through online gambling platforms, and…
Brazil's Ministry of Finance plans to launch the Sports Betting Secretariat by the end of January
Brazil's Ministry of Finance plans to launch the Sports Betting Secretariat by the end of January
By the end of January, Brazil's Ministry…
French casinos take aim at FDJ in letter to PM Attal
The key players in the French casino industry have urged the new Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to take aim at Française des Jeux (FDJ) for i…
Michigan Gaming Control Board sends cease-and-desist letters to US, international internet gaming companies due to illegal operations
DETROIT, Jan. 18, 2024 — As part of its continued, relentless efforts to halt illegal gaming operations in the state of Michigan, the Michi…
Maryland Online Casino Study Briefing Raises Concerns Over Cannibalization
A briefing of the Maryland online casino study presented Thursday in front of the House Ways and Means Committee brought up some of the cha…
IGT Supply Contract for UK National Lottery Operations Extended
IGT Supply Contract for UK National Lottery Operations Extended
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IGT to support Allwyn with…
Mississippi Lottery reaches $2bn in gross sales
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) has surpassed the $2bn mark in gross sales since it launched in 2019.
US.- The Mississippi Lotte…
SportChamps Fined Again for Flouting Gambling Ad Laws
Department of Enterprise, Investment and Trade
Online betting operator SportChamps has been fined $17,500 for inducing people to gamble an…
Sask Lotteries is Celebrating 50 Years as the Main Fundraiser for More Than 12,000 Sport, Culture and Recreation Groups in Communities Across Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan, Canada (January 20, 2024) — Through an agreement with the Government of Saskatchewan, proceeds from the sale of lottery prod…
Pennsylvania brings in record revenue from gambling in 2023
HARRISBURG, Pa. (KDKA) -- Pennsylvania brought in a record $5.7 billion in revenue from gambling in 2023.
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control…
Mississippi Sports Betting Dips in January Amid Mobile Option Debate
At a time when the state is considering a bill to legalize mobile wagering on sports, the latest retail Mississippi sports betting figures…
Chile: Concepción Lottery obtains maximum international certification in Responsible Gaming
After an arduous four-year process, Lotería de Concepción has achieved the highest international certification in Responsible Gaming, becom…
CIBELAE: Responsible Gaming: a conversation with Pedro Leitão from Santa Casa da Misericórdia in Lisbon
The Portuguese institution not only offers entertainment through its games, but also strives to ensure that this experience is safe and res…
The Lottery Corporation has named Doug McTaggart as its incoming Chairman
The news: The Lottery Corporation has named former Queensland Investment Corp CEO Doug McTaggart as its incoming Chairman.
The numbers: Mc…
Germany: LOTTO Thuringia Reports Another Increase in Sales in 2023
An increase in sales, product modifications and record-breaking profits.
The Thuringian State Lottery can look back on a positive…
Cedric Pietersz Joins Curacao Gambling Control Board as Managing Director
The Supervisory Board of the Curacao Gaming Control Board (GCB) has elected to appoint Cedric Pietersz (pictured) as its new Managing Direc…
South Carolina Lottery turned 22 on Sunday and is announcing proceeds raised for education have now exceeded $8 BILLION.
COLUMBIA, SC (January 10, 2024) – South Carolina’s students have 8 BILLION reasons to celebrate the Lottery’s birthday this year. The Lotte…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Promotes Ginnie Hollis and Samantha Powell to Vice President, Engineering
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (January 16, 2024) – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) announces the promotion of Ginnie Hollis and Samantha Powell t…
EveryMatrix has appointed former Croatian Lottery executive Nikolina Gabelica as Head of Lottery
Gabelica has joined the tier-1 technology software and services supplier with a remit to lead commercial and product strategy for World Lot…
The Florida Lottery announces the Xtreme Cash Bonus Play Promotion
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Germany - LOTTO Lower Saxony draws positive conclusions for 2023
LOTTO Lower Saxony draws positive conclusions for 2023
140 big wins, including 26 new millionaires
€858.3 million gaming stakes i…
BCLC Announces New Chief Social Purpose Officer and Vice President, Marketing
BCLC is pleased to welcome Natasha Questel as its new Chief Social Purpose Officer and Vice President, Marketing, effective January 22, 202…
South Carolina Lottery turns 22 and transfers $8 Billion to Education
COLUMBIA, SC (January 10, 2024) – South Carolina’s students have 8 BILLION reasons to celebrate the Lottery’s birthday this year. The Lotte…
RFP: California Lottery R002092 Qualitative Research Services
Qualitative Product Concept Research (Hispanic Market) - Qualitative research to test Lottery product/game concepts in the Hispanic (Englis…
The New York Lottery is dropping the new Xtreme Multiplier Series of Scratch-Off Games
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In January, the New York Lottery is dropping th…
Public Gaming International Magazine November/December 2023
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Belgium’s VAD urges changes to minimum betting age
A Belgian watchdog organization has asked for the age of legal gambling to be raised.
The Flemish Center of expertise on alcohol and other…
NFL in advanced talks with ESPN to acquire equity stake in network: Sources
News of the advanced talks between the NFL and ESPN was first reported by The New York Post. The report said discussions between the two en…
New York City: Midtown East residents oppose the $10 billion Freedom Plaza casino project
A measure proposed by New York City Mayor Eric Adams to bypass the standard city zoning approval rules for casinos is facing growing opposi…
Maryland: Senator Watson proposes revised online gaming bill with multi-state poker to address budget gaps
Maryland may potentially join the ranks of states legalizing online gaming, including poker, as Senator Ron Watson plans to introduce a bil…
Dutch Regulator KSA addresses violations in TV game show advertising
While sponsorship of television programs is currently permitted until 1 July 2024, stringent conditions must be adhered to.
The Dutch Gami…
Allwyn is making changes to its UK Board
Allwyn is making changes to its UK Board.
The operator will see Keith Mills step down from his position as Senior Independent Non-Executiv…
Alabama Rep. Andy Whitt: Lottery, gambling will be debated in the House
There will be a lottery and gambling bill debated in the Alabama House this year, one of its likely sponsors said Thursday. Exactly what th…
Thai Government plans digital shift for lottery sales
The Government Lottery Office (GLO), under the umbrella of the Finance Ministry, unveiled plans to transition from traditional lottery stal…
State Sen. Joseph Addabbo files 2024 bill to legalize icasino in New York, with 30.5% tax rate to fill state budget hole
State Sen. Joseph Addabbo delivered Thursday on his recent promise to introduce a new bill to legalize New York online casino gaming. Addab…
Tabcorp ordered to make most Victorian betting terminals cashless
Victoria’s gambling regulator, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC), has ordered racing and wagering giant Tabcorp…
RFI: Wisconsin Lottery Lottery Gaming System and Supporting Products and Services
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Lottery Gaming System and Supporting Products and Services for the Wisconsin Lottery
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WLA recertifies Texas Lottery Responsible Gaming at Level 3 Status
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Some Virginia Legislators Push To Undo Ban And Allow Skill Games
The future of skill games could be a hot topic of debate during the 2024 legislative session
A group of legislators and small businesses a…
Steve Parkinson joins The National Lottery as Brand and Marketing Director
Incoming National Lottery operator, Allwyn UK, today announced that Steve Parkinson has been appointed as its new Brand and Marketing Direc…
Arkansas’ 6-month lottery revenue hits $309.6M, up $6.6M from same point last fiscal year
Arkansas’ 6-month lottery revenue hits $309.6M, up $6.6M from same point last fiscal year
January 10, 2024 at 6:27 p.m.
Halfway through t…
COLOMBIA: Coljuegos enforces stricter regulations on gambling advertising
Coljuegos, the national gambling regulator in Colombia, has introduced stricter regulations on the promotion of gambling activities. These…
GERMANY: Schleswig-Holstein 254.7 Million Euros in Profits were distributed, including the highest profit in the company's history and throughout Germany in 2023
LOTTO SCHLESWIG-HOLSTEIN: ANNUAL BALANCE 2023
254.7 MILLION EUROS IN PROFITS WERE DISTRIBUTED, INCLUDING THE HIGHEST PROFIT IN THE COMPA…
GERMANY: LOTTO Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania Takes Stock of the Record Year 2023
LOTTO MECKLENBURG-WESTERN POMERANIA TAKES STOCK OF THE RECORD YEAR 2023
(09.01.2024)
32 major wins in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania…
Update on fourth National Lottery licence: IGT discontinues appeal
10 January 2024
On 21 September International Game Technology PLC (IGT) brought an application for permission to appeal to the Court of Ap…
ONCE: Improved communication for a more social and safe gaming
By Guillermo Mejías Martínez, Doctor Researcher, Extraordinary Chair on Responsible Gaming and its Communication
Improved communication f…
Mainland China lottery sales fall slightly to US$7.1 billion in November
China’s lotteries recorded sales of RMB 50.5 billion (US$7.09 billion) in November, down 2.5% year-on-year according to information from th…
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is giving lottery players a whole new way to win with the INSTANT GOLD PURSUIT ticket
TORONTO, ON – The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is giving lottery players a whole new way to win with its innovative $25 INS…
Kambi Group CEO Kristian Nylén to Step Down
CEO and co-founder of sports betting giant announced his intention to step down after 14 years leading the company.
Kristian Nylén, CEO an…
SG Content Hub and Partner Program offer one-stop access to top iLottery games
iLottery games are a fast-growing entertainment segment in today’s digitally driven world as they help drive revenue for lotteries and the…
US state legislators race to enact AI laws before 2024 primaries
US primary elections begin next week, and state legislatures are scrambling to enact laws that will prevent, or at least limit, the impact…
Entain Leaves 140 Markets Including Vatican City & Antarctica as Part of “Corporate Responsibility Commitment”
The Financial Times has reported that online gambling operator Entain has confirmed that the company has exited 140 markets as part of its…
Five New Games from The Texas Lottery® to Power Up the Luck
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FIVE NEW GAMES FROM THE TEXAS LOTTERY® TO POWER…
Ireland: Gambling regulator employing more people to counter the 'gamblification' of sports
The head of Ireland’s first-ever gambling regulator has hit out at the “gamblification” of sports, and said that it could damage young peop…
Danish Land-Based Betting Decline Coincides with New Regulatory Measure
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From 1 October 2023, it became mandatory for players to identify themselves using a so-called Player ID when placing be…
The Seimas (parliament) of Lithuania has received a new age limit proposal on gambling (land-based and online) to 21
The Seimas (parliament) of Lithuania has received a new age limit proposal on gambling, which seeks to raise the minimum age limit on all g…
Spain: Organización Nacional de Ciegos Espanoles (O.N.C.E) Christmas Extra Distributes More Than 35 Million Euros in Major Prizes
In points of Catalonia, Andalusia, the Canary Islands, the Valencian Community, Madrid, Castilla-La Mancha or Aragón
The ONCE Christmas Ex…
New York iGaming Bill Reintroduced by Democratic State Sen. Joe Addabbo
State Sen. Joseph Addabbo (D-Queens) this week reintroduced Senate Bill 856. The statute seeks to authorize online casino gaming with inter…
DraftKings and NASCAR Announce Partnership Plans for North Carolina
Given NASCAR’s long and storied history in North Carolina, it was only a matter of time before the group partnered with a sports betting op…
Amazon Rejects Liability for Social Casino Apps, Asks Judge to Halt Lawsuit
Amazon attorneys last week responded to the company being named in a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging it conspired with social casino…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Receives A2LA ISO/ISE 17025:2017 Accreditation for its Noida, India, and Moncton, Canada, Laboratories
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (January 4, 2024) – In another demonstration of its ongoing commitment to the highest possible quality testing services, G…
NC Lottery Commission’s Sports Betting Committee is Actively Working on Setting Up the Certification Process for Operators
North Carolina sports betting is legal for both retail sportsbooks and online wagering sites.
In-person wagering is available but limited…
California sports betting proposals introduced
Two sports betting ballot initiatives have been published in California, with their backers now seeking votes to force a vote in November…
Taiwan Welfare Lottery Sales Grow by 16% in November
The Taiwan Welfare Lottery reported a 16 per cent rise in sales to NT$8.4 billion (€248 million) for November.
Prizes paid to winning cu…
AGCC and Malta Gaming Authority Renew Memorandum of Understanding
This renewed MoU further emphasises the MGA and the AGCC’s commitment to enhancing cooperation, enabling them to perform their respective f…
New Year’s Powerball Jackpot Run Leads To $45M For New York Education
A Powerball lottery player arguably enjoyed the best way to start a new year.
And while that player was not located in New York, the Empir…
Another $50 Scratch Ticket, "Lifetime Millions," Coming to the Massachusetts Lottery
The Massachusetts State Lottery will launch a new $50 scratch ticket in February that could keep winners on easy street for the rest of t…
Online drives German lottery sales to Euro 8.2 Billion
ONLINE DRIVES GERMAN LOTTERY SALES TO €8.2 BILLION
Turning an average of at least three people per week into happy new millionaires: This…
Pollard Banknote Adds Iconic TEKKEN™ Brand To Licensed Game Portfolio
January 4, 2024
Pollard Banknote Adds Iconic TEKKEN™ Brand To Licensed Game Portfolio
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Janu…
Legality of fantasy sports in Florida disputed
TALLAHASSEE — As the Seminole Tribe offers online sports betting in Florida, a dispute over fantasy sports is heating up amid efforts by ga…
Brazil sports betting set for 2024 after President Lula signs off
The launch of what could be one of the world’s biggest national betting markets took its last leap this week as President of Brazil, Luiz I…
Inside The New Skill Games Briefs From PA Casinos, Attorney General
Pennsylvania casinos are not going down without a fight in regard to the ongoing skill games battle. This week, multiple facilities filed a…
Maine Lawmakers Consider Expansion of Tribal Rights to Online Gambling, Land-Based Casinos
AUGUSTA (WGME) – Maine's tribes are looking to expand their exclusive rights to online sports betting in the state.
Lawmakers held a publi…
Florida Lottery unveils new daily cash bonus play promotion
As of Jan. 1, players can enter eligible PICK Daily Games, CASH POP, CASH4LIFE and FANTASY 5 Draw game tickets for a chance to win cash or…
Arizona Lottery Recognizes National Poverty Awareness Month
Arizona Lottery Gives Back More than $44 Million to Vulnerable Residents Last Year
PHOENIX, AZ (January 3, 2023) – January is National Pov…
Rhode Island’s two physical and single online sportsbooks Down
November wasn’t a very prosperous month for Rhode Island’s two physical and single online sportsbooks. Although the November sports betting…
Germany's Gauselmann officially rebrands to Merkur Group
67 years after its foundation, German gambling giant Gauselmann Group has changed its name to Merkur Group. From now on, the holding compan…
Delaware Launches Online Sports Betting
DELAWARE- The Delaware Lottery today announced the launch of its first online sportsbooks along with the relaunch of its three online casin…
New Maryland Bill with Multi-State Online Poker in Circulation for 2024
Senator Ron Watson (D-Bowie) is back with another bill that proposes to legalize and online casino gaming — including multi-state online po…