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Court Motion Puts Florida Sports Betting By NFL Season In Doubt
The DC Circuit US Court of Appeals signaled that it might take longer than expected to determine whether to rehear a case challenging the S…
New Jersey Lottery moves forward with plans to sell online tickets
The New Jersey Lottery is moving forward with plans to sell lottery tickets online directly to customers through its website and mobile app…
Lawfulness of internet sports betting in Florida remains up in the air
MIAMI – As football season quickly approaches, many Floridians are waiting to find out if they will be able to place their bets on their fa…
The state of Kentucky is poised to introduce sports betting within a span of three weeks
In a significant development, the state of Kentucky is poised to introduce sports betting within a span of three weeks, according to an ann…
Pennsylvania Lottery generated more than $1.1 billion to benefit older Pa. residents during previous fiscal year, officials say
It's the 12th consecutive year that proceeds from the Lottery generated more than a billion dollars to benefit senior programs, officials a…
Minnesota Lottery reports 2nd-highest sales in history, record payouts
No Minnesotans took home any of the country’s biggest lottery jackpots in the past year but the state still saw some big wins.
The Minneso…
Connecticut Lottery making its move to new Wallingford headquarters
WALLINGFORD — Later this month, players will begin claiming prizes at the new Connecticut Lottery headquarters on Sterling Drive in town…
Delaware Lottery Picks Rush Street Interactive for iGaming Partner
The Delaware Lottery has a new iGaming partner for interactive slot machines and table games in Rush Street Interactive (RSI).
Rush’s sele…
South African's lottery licence is up for grabs again -when current operator Ithuba's licence expires in May 2025.
At the end of August, a group of people probably numbering at least several dozen will gather in an as-yet undisclosed location for 14 hour…
Caesars Entertainment launches Racebook App for horse racing wagering in New York State
Caesars Entertainment has launched its horse racing account wagering app, Caesars Racebook, in New York State, allowing horse racing enthus…
Diamond Game, a Pollard Banknote company, has been awarded a contract with the Missouri Lottery
WINNIPEG, MB, Aug. 16, 2023 /CNW/ - Pollard Banknote Limited ("Pollard Banknote") (TSX: PBL) is pleased to announce its subsidiary…
IGT Achieves Improved ESG Score from FTSE Russell
Company ranks in the 99th percentile in the Travel and Leisure sector
LONDON, Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology…
IGT Congratulates Michelle Carney for Receiving the Major Peter J. O'Connell Lottery Industry Lifetime Achievement Award
Company's Vice President Global Lottery Marketing honored for playing pivotal role in lottery industry
LONDON, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/…
U.S. sports betting: Here's where all 50 states currently stand on legalizing online gambling sites
More than half the country has begun the process of legalizing USA sports betting sites
Remember when you had to travel to Nevada to bet o…
$1.58 billion Mega Millions Jackpot Run Ends With Big Florida Win
RELEASE DATE: 8/9/2023 This unprecedented Mega Millions® jackpot run has finally come to an end! After 31 drawings without a big win, a lu…
ICE Gaming Show, the world's largest gaming tech event, moves from London to Barcelona beginning in 2025
Trade Show will be moving to Barcelona following 12 years in London after being selected from a shortlist that included the British capital…
Kentucky Lottery boasts record FY 2023 sales and scholarship funding
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — On the eve of the Mega Millions jackpot reaching an estimated $1.55 billion, the Kentucky Lottery announced that it broke…
How many millions does Alabama leave on the table without a lottery?
Is Alabama missing out by not betting on a lottery? We’re one of the last states to not have a lottery and even with people crossing state…
Puerto Rico’s casino industry is marking 75 years- $1.4 billion to good causes in last 10
During the past 10 years, 2013 to 2023, the government collected a total of $1.4 billion; specifically, the University of Puerto Rico recei…
ESPN is launching a new gambling platform, ESPN BET
ESPN is launching a new gambling platform, ESPN BET, which fans in the U.S. can use to engage in sports betting, the company announced Tues…
Acquisitions Continue to Consolidate The iGaming Industry
The market, at a global level, is quite fragmented, with fierce competition among local and international players. In this environment, the…
The 3D billboard is advertising’s shiny new toy
“Over the last 12 to 18 months, we’ve seen tremendous interest and growth in anamorphic 3D billboards,” one out-of-home exec told us.
Two…
Ladbrokes and Coral owner Entain puts aside £585 million to settle HMRC bribery probe
The betting giant is in negotiations over a deferred prosecution agreement, and while it is not final, it says it expects to have to pay mo…
Connecticut Lottery returns $412M to state in FY 2023
Connecticut Lottery Corp. said in an announcement Monday that it contributed $412 million to the state’s coffers during the recently ended…
Ohio Lottery Transfers Record $1.46 Billion Profit to Lottery Profits Education Fund
Thursday, August 3, 2023
CLEVELAND – The Ohio Lottery finished the fiscal year breaking records in multiple categories including a reco…
IGT Wheel of Fortune and Megabucks Slots Award Two Jackpots Totaling More Than $11.7 Million in July
IGT Megabucks slots award massive $10.4 million-dollar-plus jackpot, the franchise’s largest jackpot in the Las Vegas Valley this year
LON…
Maryland Casinos Generate $174.3 Million in Gaming Revenue During July
August 7, 2023
JULY 2023 CASINO REVENUE DATA
Casinos contribute $73.2 million to the state
(Baltimore) — Maryland’s six casinos combined…
Penn enters $2B agreement with ESPN, will rebrand sportsbook as ESPN Bet starting this fall
ESPN announced Tuesday it has signed a long-term exclusive agreement with Penn Entertainment, licensing its brand for sports betting. Und…
West Virginia’s sports betting and iGaming snapped in July, with slight increases in handle for both camps.
West Virginia’s sports betting and iGaming snapped in July, with slight increases in handle for both camps.
In total, retail and legal onl…
ATLAS EXPERIENCES AND MARTINA MCBRIDE ANNOUNCE EXCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIP FOR LADY LUCK – WOMEN IN COUNTRY MUSIC
A NORTH AMERICAN LOTTERY SECOND-CHANCE PROMOTION
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– Atlas Experiences (“Atlas”) and Martina McBride…
Estimated Mega Millions® Jackpot Now at $1.58 Billion
RELEASE DATE: 8/8/2023 The estimated jackpot for tonight’s Mega Millions® drawing has been increased to $1.58 billion ($783.3 million cash…
Massachusetts Gaming Regulator Hints at DFS (Daily Fantasy Sports) Review
Single-player DFS may seem like an oxymoron to old-school DFS fans who enjoy peer-to-peer play through DraftKings and FanDuel. But it’s rea…
Louisiana Lottery launches New Orleans Saints branded instant win games
The Louisiana Lottery is offering New Orleans Saints fans chances to win cash prizes, gameday experiences and official autographed merchand…
Self-Excluded Individuals Not Allowed to Work in Casinos and Gambling Halls, Bulgaria’s Regulator Announces
The National Revenue Agency (NRA) of Bulgaria has ordered gambling companies that operate in the country to suspend self-excluded employees…
Major Regulatory Changes in the Greek Casino Sector Being Considered by the Hellenic Gaming Commission
Major changes in the way casinos are operated in Greece are expected to become one of the main discussion topics in the next few weeks.
Ma…
Australia: Victoria gambling regulator to ban betting on minors in sports competitions
Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has announced that it will ban betting on all under 19 sports competitions. Additi…
Don't forget about smaller jackpots, PA lottery says, as Mega Millions grows to mega billions
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Mega Millions lottery is now mega billions after there was, once again, no jackpot winner in the August 4 drawing…
India: 28% GST on online gaming may not impact taxation on e-sports, video games
Rules in the works for demarcation between the two forms of online gaming
The recently proposed 28 per cent goods and services tax (GST) o…
ZEAL Network SE Half Year Report
EQS-News: ZEAL Network SE / Key word(s): Half Year Report ZEAL achieves double-digit growth in transaction volume and revenue in the first…
Operators fail in legal challenge to Baden-Württemberg gambling law
Operators in Baden-Württemberg have failed in a legal challenge to the state's interpretation of the State Treaty on Gambling, which preven…
THE FLORIDA LOTTERY INTRODUCES NEW $10 PLAY OPTION FOR THE CASH POP™ DRAW GAME
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, AUGUST 7, 2023
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THE FLO…
A Potential Record Mega Millions® Jackpot Set for August 8!
RELEASE DATE: 8/4/2023
With ever-growing excitement around the country, the estimated jackpot for tonight’s Mega Millions® drawing has be…
PGRI Announces Lottery Industry Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients
Honoring the 2023 recipients for their distinguished careers and a Lifetime of Dedication which has Contributed to the Great Success…
iLottery: Managing iLottery for maximum growth, maximum player engagement, and maximum overall sales including retail
iLottery: Managing iLottery for maximum growth, maximum player engagement, and maximum overall sales including retail
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Optimizing the overall sales of Powerball, Mega Millions, & Multi-State Games
PANEL DISCUSSION
Following is an executive summary of a one-hour panel discussion held at the PGRI Lottery Expo Conference in Miami.
CLI…
Store Syndicates Online: A Retail Innovation that transfers to the Online World with Great Success
Public Gaming Interviews
Andrew Shepherd, Chief Customer & Marketing Officer, The Lottery Corporation
Antony Moore, Chief Channel Off…
New EuroDreams Lottery Set for November Launch
One of the biggest lottery game launches in the past 20 years is happening this November.
Inspired by other lotteries such as Grand Vie…
The lottery and sports worlds join forces in global fight to stop illegal betting
The Summer edition of the WLA magazine covers the important topic of Combatting illegal betting to maintain sport integrity.
The lottery a…
NeoGames appoints Robert Wesley as VP of North American Customer Development
LUXEMBOURG, August 2, 2023: NeoGames S.A. (Nasdaq: NGMS) (“NeoGames” or the “Company”), a technology-driven provider of end-to-end iLottery…
Twitch expands its ban on gambling livestreams. It also says viewership of the content is down 75%
Amazon-owned Twitch said Wednesday it's expanding the ban on livestreams of gambling content on the platform. The company said it will now…
Massachusetts Gaming Commission Fines Sports Betting Operators for Violating Gaming Commission Regulations
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission recently issued decisions resulting in fines for three of the state’s sports betting operators — MGM Sp…
Stefan Harder has joined the ZEAL team as Vice President New Business
ZEAL APPOINTS STEFAN HARDER AS VP NEW BUSINESS
In July, Stefan Harder joined the ZEAL team as Vice President New Business. In his position…
NFL seeks federal help to combat 'illicit' sports betting
The NFL outlined the league's gambling policy and called for federal assistance to address the "illicit sports betting market" in a respons…
NY Governor Hochul will remain out of Seneca gaming talks for now, despite husband’s resignation
New York’s First Gentleman will be leaving concessions and hospitality giant Delaware North this month.
Bill Hochul, the husband of New Yo…
Registration open: Cibelae Congress - Lisbon 2023 "Betting on Responsible and Safe Gaming"
The XVIII Cibelae Congress will be a highly relevant event, as well as a reference space where collaborations and knowledge exchanges can b…
Scientific Games Seamlessly Launches New Central System for Latvian Lottery
Aug 01, 2023
Scientific Games Seamlessly Launches New Central System for Latvian Lottery
Smooth Migration to Advanced Technology Aligns…
IGT Receives Validation of Net-Zero Emissions Reduction Targets from Science Based Targets initiative
IGT Receives Validation of Net-Zero Emissions Reduction Targets from Science Based Targets initiative
Company earns validation for near- a…
Alberto Garzón, the head of Spain’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs, is concerned about Loot Boxes
Alberto Garzón, the head of Spain’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs, has maintained an attack on several industries since taking office four y…
Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission Contracts for iGaming Report
The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission has contracted The Innovation Group to carry out an iGaming study. The goal is to determ…
Brazil: Federal Government is already starting to debate on ‘Legal Framework for Gambling‘
The Federal Government is already starting to debate on an interim basis the support for the processing of the project that can legalize ga…
Bally’s Postpones Temporary Chicago Casino Debut to September
Bally’s (NYSE: BALY) is delaying the debut of its temporary Chicago casino, telling analysts and investors the venue is projected to open i…
Twitch streamer Kai Cenat charged with inciting a riot after chaotic giveaway in Union Square
A Twitch influencer’s giveaway in Manhattan quickly morphed into mayhem Friday as thousands of his young fans mobbed Union Square Park — as…
ZEAL Network SE: Invitation to the conference call of ZEAL Network SE
Aug 3, 2023 3:03 PM
ZEAL Network SE / Key word(s): Half Year Report/Half Year Results ZEAL Network SE: Invitation to the conference call o…
CT Interactive has concluded a key deal with Sazka – Allwyn International
CT Interactive has signed a key distribution deal with Sazka – Allwyn International. Through this agreement, an exclusive portion of one of…
Camelot Lottery Solutions is proud to announce that it has renewed its Responsible Gaming certification for suppliers under the World Lottery Association framework
CAMELOT LOTTERY SOLUTIONS RENEWS RESPONSIBLE GAMING CERTIFICATION
London, August 2, 2023 - Camelot Lottery Solutions is proud to anno…
INSPIRED LAUNCHES THE FIRST OF ITS SUMMER LINE UP OF ONLINE & MOBILE SLOTS
INSPIRED LAUNCHES THE FIRST OF ITS SUMMER LINE UP OF
ONLINE & MOBILE SLOTS
August 2, 2023 – Inspired Entertainment, Inc. (“Inspire…
INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY PLC REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2023 RESULTS
Delivered strong Q2'23 financial performance with revenue and operating income margin meeting high end of outlook range
Revenue of $1.06…
IGT Presents Regionally Attuned Solutions and Compelling New Jackpot Links at Australasian Gaming Expo
Company’s PeakDual27™ and PeakCurve49™ cabinets make regional debut at Australia’s premier gaming trade show
LONDON – July 31, 2023 – Inte…
Public Gaming International Magazine July/August 2023
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Flutter and Fox shut down FOX Bet sportsbook
The bookmaker never managed to generate significant market share and is available in only four states.
The FOX Bet era is coming to a clos…
Lottomatica Group: continuous double-digit growth in the second quarter of 2023
Acceleration of online with growing market shares for all segments of the brand. Increased the 2023 guidance
The Board of Directors of Lot…
Belgium’s Loterie Nationale launches platform tender
The National Lottery of Belgium is looking for a new partner to power and operate its gaming platform.
The company is looking to partner w…
Massachusetts budget deal nixes online lottery
A compromise on the state’s fiscal 2024 budget left behind the legalization of online lottery but went ahead with a plan to offer in-state…
INTRALOT, Inc. extends contract with Wyoming Lottery until 2034, solidifying partnership for future success
July 31, 2023
INTRALOT S.A. is pleased to announce that its U.S. subsidiary INTRALOT, Inc. has signed an extension of its contract with th…
La Française des Jeux (FDJ) Solid results for H1 2023; FDJ to acquire Premier Lotteries Ireland to operate the Irish National Lottery till 2024
FDJ: Solid results for H1 2023: Acquisition of Premier Lotteries Ireland
Revenue of €1,289m, up 6% compared to H1 2022 and 4% on a…
Virginia Court Case to wrestle down the difference between "game-of-skill" and "game-of-chance" and the legal definition of "gambling"
The long-running lawsuit over Virginia’s ban on slots-like gaming machines will be decided in a three-day trial the week before Christmas…
Congratulations to the 2023 NASPL Award Winners!
Congratulations to the 2023 NASPL Award Winners!
Congratulations to the 2023 NASPL Award Winners!
Pictured: Kimberlee Welsch…
Sports Betting in Turkey surges to $13 billion USD in "Handle" and $4 billion USD in GGR Revenues (past 52 weeks)
Sports Performance: Four Years into the Game, Sports Betting in Turkey Scores Big with USD 4 Billion in Annual GGR
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Legal Update on the UK Fourth National Lottery licence competition
Fourth National Lottery licence competition: legal update (July 2023)
28 July 2023
In early September 2022 Camelot and IGT withdrew their…
The Tennessee Education Lottery has set a new Fiscal Year record for the amount generated for education, transferring a total of $515,397,000
NEWS UPDATE July 17, 2023
LOTTERY SETS NEW RECORD FOR EDUCATION FUNDING
IN TENNESSEE
More Than Half-a-Billion Raised During the P…
WestLotto extends partnership with Regionalliga West
The 18 teams have been running under the Composite Logo Regionalliga powered by WestLotto since the second half of last season. Joint…
The Iowa Lottery set a record for sales in the fiscal year that ended June 30th
FY 2023 Results: Iowa Lottery Proceeds Exceed $108 Million In Record Year
Lottery Sales, Proceeds, Prizes to Players All Set Records
CLIV…
$1 Billion in Sales for First Time Ever, Record Contributions to Beneficiaries Mark Historic End to 40th Anniversary Year for Washington’s Lottery
Powerball jackpot winner, debit card rollout, fun winner stories all milestones in amazing year
Olympia, Wash. (July 12, 2023) – It’s usua…
Massachusetts State Lottery produced an estimated $1.176 billion in net profit for the Commonwealth during the 2023 fiscal year
For Immediate Release Contact: Christian Teja
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Georgia Lottery Annual Profits for HOPE, Pre-K Top $1.51B
Friday, July 28th, 2023
The Georgia Lottery Corp. announced it raised $1,516,383,000 for education in fiscal year 2023, bringing the total…
Government entity Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (PAGCOR) announced a net income of PHP2.97 billion (US$54.4 million) in the first half of 2023
MANILA, Philippines (July 28, 2023) — Government entity Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (PAGCOR) announced a net income of PHP2.97 bil…
NeoGames’ Pariplay set for South African expansion with SunBet
Jul 26, 2023 |
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Deal will see both Fusion and Wizard Games content go live with premium brand
LUXEMBOURG, July 26, 2023 (GLO…
Scientific Games and Medallia Partner on Industry-First Understanding of Digital Lottery Customer Experience
Jul 25, 2023
Scientific Games and Medallia Partner on Industry-First Understanding of Digital Lottery Customer Experience
Tech Collaborat…
IGT PlaySports™ Technology to Power Sports Betting at St. Croix Casinos in Wisconsin
07/24/2023
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IGT PlaySports grows sports betting footprint in Wisconsin via multi-property tec…
Ticket in California Wins $1.08 Billion Powerball Jackpot + Thirty-Six $1 Million-Winning Tickets and Three $2 Million-Winning Tickets
Plus, a Night of Millionaires! Thirty-Six $1 Million-Winning Tickets and Three $2 Million-Winning Tickets
July 20, 2023
The Powerball®…
Jessica Karbowski Weare will serve as Acting Commissioner, Michigan Lottery
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has selected Jessica Weare to serve as acting commissioner at the Michigan Lottery.
Weare is currently deputy…
Administrative courts in Germany are demonstrating that European Union (EU) laws don’t trump local ones
Administrative courts in Germany are demonstrating that European Union (EU) laws don’t trump local ones. Two courts, one in Berlin and anot…
Mega Millions Jackpot Closes In on $1 Billion
RELEASE DATE: 7/22/2023 The Mega Millions® jackpot continues its upward march through the month of July, with an estimated prize of $820 m…
New York is now the unchallenged leader in sports betting and looking forward to NFL Betting Bringing the industry's first $2 Billion Month
New York sports betting is now America’s unchallenged leader in handle. When the National Football League returns this September, the most…
Illinois is on pace for four new casinos in 2023, but the state’s tax payout from video gambling in local bars and restaurants remains a much bigger win
Illinois could have two new casinos in Chicago and Cartersville by the end of 2023, marking the third and fourth new casinos of the year af…
WATCH LOTTERY INDUSTRY HALL OF FAME First Induction Ceremony.
WATCH LOTTERY INDUSTRY HALL OF FAME First Induction Ceremony. The first ceremony was held Tuesday June 6 4:30p Sibenik, CROATIA at the…
U.S. sports betting: Here's where all 50 states currently stand on legalizing sports wagering sites
More than half the country has begun the process of legalizing USA sports betting sites
Sports betting is still one of the most talked-abo…