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Finland Launches Legislative Project for Smooth iGaming Transition to Licensing System -
Finland Launches Legislative Project for Smooth iGaming Transition to Licensing System
The project will draw up legislative proposals fo…
Ukraine look to Las Vegas as model for ousting Russians from gambling sector
Ukraine look to Las Vegas as model for ousting Russians from gambling sector Officials to take inspiration from way US authorities rooted o…
Gambling Industry Loses Noted Casino Owner Don Laughlin
Nevada Businessman Helped Found City Of Laughlin
The gaming industry lost a casino titan with the death of Don Laughlin on Sunday at age 9…
Major Peter J. O’Connell Lottery Industry Lifetime Achievement Award
Major Peter J. O’Connell Lottery Industry Lifetime Achievement Award Click here to watch Michelle Carney, Vice President, Global Lottery…
IGT to Deliver Leading Lottery Solutions in Kentucky for 10 AdditioIGT to Deliver Leading Lottery Solutions in Kentucky for 10 Additional Yearsnal Years
October 26, 2023
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EURODREAMS: EUROPE’S NEW DRAW GAME THAT GIVES PLAYERS THE CHANCE TO WIN €20,000 A MONTH FOR 30 YEARS
OCTOBER 20, 2023
EURODREAMS: EUROPE’S NEW GAME THAT GIVES PLAYERS THE CHANCE TO WIN €20,000 A MONTH FOR 30 YEARS
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Bally’s Chicago Gets Go-Ahead To Stay Open Through 2026
The Illinois Gaming Board granted Bally’s Chicago a full-fledged license to operate through 2026 Thursday. The license will allow Bally’s C…
California Sports Betting 2.0? Mystery Ballot Initiative Proposals Filed
Requests for two proposed California sports betting ballot initiatives were filed Friday to the Attorney General’s office, seemingly withou…
NC Education Lottery Commission considers new rules for statewide sports betting
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- The North Carolina Education Lottery Commission held a public hearing Friday as it's working to come up with new…
BRAZIL: Ministry of Finance publishes ordinance regulating general rules for bettors and bookmakers
The Ministry of Finance has just published a decree providing general conditions for the commercial activity of fixed-odd sports betting in…
Brazil's Finance Minister seeks to prevent sports betting on state lotteries
The Brazilian Minister of Finance, Fernando Haddad, asked the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office to prepare a legal resource to prevent the…
IGT announced that it has exercised its right to redeem in full its €500,000,000 3.500% Senior Secured Notes due July 15, 2024
INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY PLC ANNOUNCES FULL REDEMPTION OF 3.500% SENIOR SECURED EURO NOTES DUE 2024
LONDON, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire…
New Punch N' Play Lottery Games from Scientific Games Launch in North America
New Punch N' Play Lottery Games from Scientific Games Launch in North America
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Norway’s gambling regulator Lottstift to Get DNS Blocking Authority Under New Changes to Norway’s Gambling Act
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Under the changes, Lottstift can order ISPs to block access to unlicensed sites
The measure is aimed at protecting vulnerable…
Happy Birthday Club Keno! Michigan Lottery Celebrates 20 Years of Club Keno Game
Posted on October 26, 2023 by MI-Lottery
Club Keno is turning 20, and the Michigan Lottery is celebrating two decades of fun, and billions…
Arizona Lottery's "Arizona Adventure" campaign wins gold at the Graphis Advertising Awards 2024
The Arizona Lottery announced that its "Arizona Adventure" advertising campaign has received the Gold award at the Graphis Advertising Awar…
Philippines Directs Gaming Regulator to Review Money Laundering Defenses
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is the world’s global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog. Established in 1989 and bas…
Pollard Banknote To Showcase Spooky Universal Monsters Ticket Designs Featuring Scratch FX® Duos At NASPL ’23
October 25, 2023
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, October 25, 2023 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) is thrilled to s…
Norway to Protect iGaming Monopoly Through Mandatory DNS Blocking
Norway hasn’t given up on gaming monopolies. Instead, it is moving further towards isolation by announcing new legislation. Under this legi…
Sen. Borrello Calling On NYS To Negotiate New Gaming Compact With Seneca Nation Before December Deadline
Senator George Borrello is renewing his call for New York State to negotiate a new gaming compact with the Seneca Nation before the current…
The Philippine National Police (PNP) will assist the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) in the campaign against illegal online lotteries
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) will assist the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) in the campaign against illegal…
IGT: Stay tuned for more details on our booth, special promotions, and presentations from our thought leaders
One week until North American Association of State & Provincial Lotteries Conference 2023, "Brewing the Best," kicks off in Milwaukee…
Australia: The Lottery Corporation Keno supports Foodbank Australia – the nation's largest not-for-profit food relief organisation
Foodbank Australia – the nation's largest not-for-profit food relief organisation – is committed to helping more Aussies put food on the ta…
Texas Lottery Commission’s Deputy Director Ryan Mindell checks out production of their fourth $5 MILLION VEGAS CHALLENGE second-chance promotion
The Texas Lottery Commission’s Deputy Director Ryan Mindell smiles big at a recent visit to SCIENTIFIC GAMES global headquarters in metro A…
Caitlin Huble presents to the Indiana Council on Problem Gambling, Inc.’s Responsible Gaming Committee
Thank you to the National Council on Problem Gambling's Caitlin Huble, for presenting to the Indiana Council on Problem Gambling, Inc.’s Re…
Amber Seale talks about Florida Lottery contributions to education on WCTV
Always a pleasure to represent The Florida Lottery and talk about our contributions to education. Thanks for having me WCTV Moms Everyday…
Florida Lottery achieves remarkable milestone with more than $45 Billion in contributions to Education
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Massachusetts State Lottery returns net profits to the Commonwealth for distribution of essential unrestricted local aid to all 351 cities and towns
Did you know, the Massachusetts State Lottery returns net profits to the Commonwealth for distribution of essential unrestricted local aid…
Australia: ACMA requests internet providers to block two more illegal offshore gambling websites
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) announced that it has requested internet service providers (ISPs) in the country t…
IGT Exhibits Next Generation of Growth-Driving Lottery Solutions at NASPL 2023
October 25, 2023
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Scientific Games’ High-performance Digital CRM Program Will Continue Driving Omnichannel Player Engagement for Kentucky Lottery
Scientific Games’ High-performance Digital CRM Program Will Continue Driving Omnichannel Player Engagement for Kentucky LotteryCompany…
Pollard Banknote Highlights Investment In Lottery Innovation At NASPL ’23
Pollard Banknote Highlights Investment In Lottery Innovation At NASPL ’23
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, October 24, 2023 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknot…
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IGT Improves Score in 2023 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment for Fourth Consecutive Year
October 23, 2023
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LONDON, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT" or t…
Abacus will be attending the NASPL 2023 Annual Conference in Milwaukee, Wisconsin October 30 – November 3rd 2023
Abacus will be attending the NASPL 2023 Annual Conference in Milwaukee, Wisconsin October 30 – November 3rd 2023 Chalvington, United Kin…
Scientific Games’ High-performance Digital CRM Program Will Continue Driving Omnichannel Player Engagement for Kentucky Lottery
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INTRALOT SOCIETE ANONYME INTEGRATED LOTTERY SYSTEMS AND SERVICES ANNOUNCEMENT OF PROSPECTUS PUBLICATION
“INTRALOT SOCIETE ANONYME INTEGRATED LOTTERY SYSTEMS AND SERVICES” announces that as of 06.10.2023 it makes available to investors the Pr…
Irish National Lottery Good Causes Awards 2023
The National Lottery Good Causes Awards honour the inspiring work and achievements of thousands of projects, clubs and individuals from all…
Illinois Lottery Record lottery results bolster more education funding
Major Multi-State Jackpots Drive 5.7% Revenue Growth
As it gears up to celebrate its 50th anniversary next year, the Illinois Lottery…
Le Matin interviews Jean-Luc Moner-Banet, Director General of the Loterie Romande, on the launch of new draw-game EuroDreams!"
“Loterie Romande is the initiator of EuroDreams”
Loterie Romande has announced a new game which allows you to win a nice jackpot o…
La Française des Jeux (FDJ), France’s leading gaming operator, announces its revenue for the nine months to end September 2023
OCTOBER 19, 2023
REVENUE UP 4% IN NINE MONTHS, ACQUISITION OF ZETURF COMPLETED AT THE END OF SEPTEMBER, ACQUISITION OF PLI TO BE COMPLETED…
The Rhode Island Lottery made $434.7 million in net income last year, and increase of $46 million over previous fiscal year
The Rhode Island Lottery paid $434.7 million to the State’s General Fund for the year ended June 30, 2023, representing the Lottery’s net i…
Netherlands: The opening of the online gambling market has cause a 30% decline in land-based casino GGR
Published on October 19, 2023
The opening of the online gambling market has had an impact on the land-based market. This is evident from t…
Update on Anti-illegal Betting & Related Financial Crime cases being brought against criminals in Asia and Europe
ARF Council on Anti-Illegal Betting and Related Financial Crime News Summary 18 October 2023
Dear all, The impact of illegal betting in…
Up, Up and Away: Poland and Switzerland Now in the Cloud
IGT’s superpower Cloud Native system delivers security to Switzerland’s Loterie Romande and Poland’s Totalizator Sportowy by sourcing…
Gift Responsibly Campaign 2023, endorsed by EL
With the aim to raise awareness about the risks of underage lottery use, the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) and the Internatio…
Fifth Responsible Gaming Certification achieved by Latvijas Loto
Committed to addressing illegal gambling and related criminal activities while minimising any potential harm on society, EL has developed…
How Organised Crime Operates Illegal Betting, Cyber Scams & Modern Slavery in Southeast Asia
ARF Council and Mekong Club release new joint report “How Organised Crime Operates Illegal Betting, Cyber Scams & Modern Slavery in Sou…
The "Keeping Florida’s Future Bright Initiative" has once again made a significant impact on Florida’s schools!
The "Keeping Florida’s Future Bright Initiative" has once again made a significant impact on Florida’s schools!
Secretary John F. Davis…
NeoPollard Interactive Awarded New Contract for West Virginia Lottery’s iLottery Solution
NeoPollard Interactive Awarded New Contract for West Virginia Lottery’s iLottery Solution
October 16, 2023
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Idaho Lottery Director Guarantees TWO $1,000,000 Winning Tickets to be Sold in Idaho
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Friday, October 20, 2023
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The Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation (TEL) has set a new record for a first quarter transfer to the Lottery for Education
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation (TEL) has set a new record for a first quarter transfer to the Lottery for Educatio…
FDJ is unveiling the winning sites that will be supported through the "Mission Nature" game
OCTOBER 18, 2023
FDJ LAUNCHES “MISSION NATURE”, A SCRATCH GAME DEDICATED TO THE PRESERVATION OF BIODIVERSITY
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BCLC and IWG Launch Set for Life Online: Creating an Omnichannel Experience With Popular Retail Brand
Vancouver, B.C., October 17, 2023 – British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) and Instant Win Gaming (IWG) are pleased to announce the la…
Pollard Banknote Congratulates The Idaho Lottery On Record-Breaking FY 2023 Results
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, October 17, 2023 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) is pleased to congratulate the Idaho L…
Panel Discussion Moderator: Drew Svitko, Executive Director, Pennsylvania Lottery 'Panel Discussion: The Intersection of Intelligent Systems and Lottery'
Panel Discussion: The Intersection of Intelligent Systems and Lottery
PRESENTED at LOTTERY EXPO NASHVILLE 2023
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KEYNOTE: Melissa Pursley, Senior Vice President Lottery Product & Sales Development, IGT 'A Lottery Lens on Futurist Predictions: Are we there yet?'
A Lottery Lens on Futurist Predictions: Are we there yet?
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KEYNOTE: Steve Beason, President of Digital and Sports Betting, Scientific Games 'The AI Jackpot: Unveiling the Future of Lotteries with Artificial Intelligence'
The AI Jackpot: Unveiling the Future of Lotteries with Artificial Intelligence
PRESENTED at LOTTERY EXPO NASHVILLE 2023
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Public Gaming International Magazine September/October 2023
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Ticket in California Wins $1.765 Billion Powerball Jackpot October 12, 2023
The Powerball® jackpot has been won in California! A single ticket sold in California matched all six numbers drawn Wednesday night to win…
NeoGames Issues Statement on the Situation in Israel
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LUXEMBOURG, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NeoGames S.A. (Nasdaq: NGMS) (“NeoGames” or the “Company”), a technology-driven…
WLA is pleased to announce registration is open for its Inaugural #responsiblegaming week webinar
Interested in learning about ways for lotteries to achieve responsible game design, raise awareness of safe gaming, and enhance the pr…
UK Gambling Commission's director of policy -Ian Angus- gives update on the society lottery sector
Lotteries Council - Ian Angus speech
11 October 2023Speech by Ian Angus
This speech was delivered by director of policy Ian Angus at the…
Svenska Spel CEO and President Hofabuer to depart in new year
October 13, 2023/
After nearly five years as president and CEO of Svenska Spel, Patrik Hofbauer has informed the company's board that he…
IGT Extends Contract with California Lottery for Seven Years
Second-largest U.S. lottery to modernize its platform with IGT's cloud-based technology
LONDON , Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Internation…
Ad Tracking in the Gambling Industry Under Scrutiny
Ad tracking and targeted marketing practices in the online gambling industry have come under increasing scrutiny due to concerns about thei…
MGM chief executive officer noted the company set aside 150,000 square feet of space at the Dubai property that could be used for a casino
MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) CEO Bill Hornbuckle expressed that view earlier this week at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vega…
Mississippi teachers reap rewards as state lottery boosts education funds
- The lucky numbers for the second largest Powerball jackpot in history are selected Wednesday night. More than $1.7 billion dollars will b…
Massachusetts Lottery starts holiday raffle for $1 million prize on New Year's Day
BOSTON - The Massachusetts Lottery is offering you a chance to win $1 million on New Year's Day.
Tickets for the new "Mass Millionaire Hol…
How the Wire Act Bars Blockchain-Based Sports Gambling
Holland and Knight’s Samir Patel explains how the Federal Wire Act and Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act could impact the legality…
Virginia Skill Games Illegal Again After State Supreme Court Overrules Lower Court
Virginia skill games are once again illegal after the state’s highest court issued a ruling overriding a lower circuit court on Friday.
Vi…
U.S. Supreme Court puts temporary stay on Florida sports betting case
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily put on hold a lower court ruling that gave a green light to a $2.5 billion gambling deal between the…
Disney Exec, Investor Cautioned Company on Sports Betting
The debut of ESPN Bet, expected in November, marks Walt Disney’s (NYSE: DIS) initial foray into the consumer-facing side of the sports wage…
The California Lottery has raised $110 million for public schools statewide thanks to the ever-growing Powerball jackpot
The California Lottery has raised $110 million for public schools statewide thanks to the ever-growing Powerball jackpot, which currently s…
Atlantic Lottery Corp. (ALC) president and CEO Patrick Daigle said 2022-23 was especially bright compared to the 2021-22 fiscal year
The latest annual report from the Atlantic Lottery Corporation shows legal gambling to be like many other businesses in two key ways: Profi…
New York State Gaming Commission Bans Fantasy Sports Contests Based on Proposition Betting
United States: NY Fantasy Sports Regulations Ban Prop Betting
Last Thursday, the New York State Gaming Commission adopted New Yor…
New York Lottery: Record-Setting Powerball Jackpot Delivers $66.1 Million for New York Schools
October 13, 2023 Record-Setting Powerball Jackpot Delivers $66.1 Million for New York Schools
New York’s Lottery sales again skyrocketed a…
Oklahoma Skee-Ball and Cornhole Cash
It's tailgating season in Oklahoma and what better way to let the good times roll than with Skee-Ball and Cornhole Cash! These $2 tickets l…
N.H. lottery takes bite at Massachusetts in ‘tax shark’ ad - The Boston Globe
You’ve heard of card sharks, pool sharks, even left shark.
Now meet the “no-good Massachusetts tax shark,” here to take a bite out of yo…
Montana Lottery Marketing Team has received the prestigious Governor's Excellence in Performance Award
We are incredibly proud to share that our hardworking and dedicated Montana Lottery Marketing Team has received the prestigious Governor's…
Scientific Games Announces Angela Goodwin as VP of Operations for World-Leading Instant Game Management Program
Oct 12, 2023
SCIENTIFIC GAMES ANNOUNCES ANGELA GOODWIN AS VP OF OPERATIONS FOR WORLD-LEADING INSTANT GAME MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Goodwin to L…
IGT Secures 10-Year Contract Extension to Deploy High-Performing Aurora Central Lottery System in Malaysia
LONDON, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) today announced that its subsidiaries, IGT Globa…
International Game Technology PLC to Host Third Quarter 2023 Results Conference Call on Tuesday, October 31, 2023
International Game Technology PLC to Host Third Quarter 2023 Results Conference Call on Tuesday, October 31, 2023
LONDON, Oct. 10, 2023 /P…
Jumbo Interactive Limited has today announced the appointment of Jatin Khosla to the role of interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Jumbo Interactive Limited (Jumbo or the Company) has today announced the appointment of Jatin Khosla to the role of interim Chief Financial…
Lottery of El Salvador: a year of outstanding achievements -with record sales in its LOTRA and LOTÍN products
The National Charity Lottery of El Salvador (LNB) shared a report that reviews the institutional and commercial milestones so far in 2023…
Macau welcomed 932,000 visitor arrivals during Golden Week
Macau welcomed over 932,000 visitor arrivals during the eight-day National Day Golden Week, averaging 116,000 visitors per day, a number ex…
Gaming Industry Delivers $329 Billion Annual Economic Impact to U.S. Economy
Gaming Industry Delivers $329 Billion Annual Economic Impact to U.S. Economy, New AGA Study Finds
Impact Driven by All-Time Consumer De…
CAIXA Lotteries celebrated 61 years with new 'Lucky Space' -New ambience encourages collective use of spaces
New ambience offers experiences and encourages collective use of spaces
CAIXA Lotteries turns 61 Friday September (15). As part of the cel…
Bulgarian Sports Totalizator jackpots in numbers games will become even more intriguing
In 2023, Bulgarian Sports Totalizator (DP BST) has turned 66 years since its foundation - a history that is filled with many traditions, ch…
LOTTO Bremen - changes to LOTTO 6AUS49 from November 1
JACKPOT OF UP TO €50 MILLION POSSIBLE FROM NOVEMBER 1, 2023
The players of LOTTO 6aus49 will have even more reason to be happy in the futu…
AUSTRALIA: The Lottery Corporation calls for credit card ban exemption
The Lottery Corporation has called for an exemption from looming gambling reform which seeks to prevent punters from gambling with credit c…
Round of 8 locked in after second elimination drawing in NASCAR Powerball Playoff™
Round of 8 locked in after second elimination drawing in NASCAR Powerball Playoff™
Powerball, the Official Lottery Game of NASCAR, anno…
Industry and Academic experts, along with European Lotteries, highlight the importance of low risk gambling
The European Lotteries (EL) has highlighted the importance of lower risk betting and above all industry responsibility as being key to futu…
Pennsylvania: Lawmakers, gaming industry officials disagree over regulation of skill games in the state
A heated argument commenced between the casino industry and lawmakers on Monday over the regulation of so-called "skill" games that have be…
Dutch Regulator KSA suggests the Dutch online gambling market is reaching maturity
Dutch regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA).
Growth is slowing but the regulator says the market is meeting expectations.
The Dutch gamb…