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INTRALOT announces the appointment of N. Nikolakopoulos as CEO of its subsidiary, INTRALOT Inc., in the United States
February 15, 2023
INTRALOT SA Integrated Lottery Systems and Services, (“INTRALOT”) announces that Nikolaos Nikolakopoulos steps down as…
The House Commerce and Energy committee is killing a bill aimed at requiring the South Dakota Lottery to promote adverse effects of gambling
The House Commerce and Energy committee is killing a bill aimed at requiring the South Dakota Lottery to promote adverse effects of gamblin…
US iGaming States in Hot Water Lack of RG Practices Flagged Up By NCPG
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), a national non-profit organization that seeks to reduce the negative impact of gambling ad…
Dutch regulator fines two operators $1.9M+ for offering online games without licenses
The Dutch Gaming Authority, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has issued fines to Curaçao-based Equinox Dynamic and Domiseda and Partners from…
IGT Deploys World-Class Retail and Mobile PlaySports™ Technology at Treasure Bay Casino and Hotel in Mississippi
LONDON, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it has expanded its sports…
New York state sen. Joseph Addabbo introduces bill BILL S4856 to legalize online casino games
New York state Sen. Joseph Addabbo introduced on Wednesday bill S4856, which seeks to legalize online casino gaming, including slots, table…
Bally's Corporation announces Robeson Reeves, President - Interactive, will take over as CEO March 31st
PROVIDENCE, R.I., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bally's Corporation (NYSE: BALY) today announced that Lee Fenton, CEO, will step down and…
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Georgia lawmaker introduces bill to legalize mobile sports betting
House Bill 380, the "Georgia Lottery Game of Sports Betting Act," would authorize the Georgia Lottery Corp. to operate and regulate sports…
Audiences are spending more time watching just about everything but traditional TV, report finds
Adults in the US are watching the equivalent of nine episodes of “Friends” in digital video each day.
Surprising absolutely nobody, Americ…
Lawmaker proposes Nevada lottery to help fund youth mental health programs
- A lawmaker in Nevada has proposed a state lottery that would help fund mental health programs for youth in the state.
Assemblyman CH Mi…
Iowa Lottery CEO Matt Strawn Releases Statement on his Cancer Diagnosis -Strawn Stresses Importance of Health Screenings
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023
JPEG and EPS images of Matt Strawn are available here: https://www.ialottery.com/Pages/Pre…
Maryland Lottery to Introduce $50 Scratch-off with $5 Million Top Prize
For Immediate Release
Feb. 15, 2023
For Information, Contact:
Seth Elkin
410-230-8816 (office)
410-703-5806 (cell)
seth.el…
Bally's to push for iGaming approval at Rhode Island General Assembly
The proposed legislation would allow the RI Division of Lotteries to authorize online slots and table games by Bally's properties in Rhode…
Winner of biggest ever lottery jackpot revealed after bagging $2 billion ticket
California resident Edwin Castro has been revealed as the winner of the world’s greatest jackpot in a national lottery, over three months a…
Movie trailers and sports betting delivered the most brand lift and audience in the Super Bowl
There’s a different kind of post-game analysis when it comes to Super Bowl advertising — the kind media buyers and planners do to find out…
The fact that sports gambling is legal in so many states does not mean it is insulated from sophisticated criminals.
The fact that sports gambling is legal in so many states does not mean it is insulated from sophisticated criminals.
Is gambling swallowin…
State gaming agents at Mass. Gaming Commission unionize with SEIU Local 888
State labor relations officials certified SEIU Local 888 to represent gaming agents at the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, the agency task…
Raising a Flag on Colleges’ Sports Gambling Play
College leaders have been neglectful of moral and compliance-related risks in signing agreements with sports betting companies, John R. The…
Lawmaker behind "Minnesota Sports Betting Act" touts millions in annual revenue projected for state
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The NFL season wrapped up Sunday, and that meant some Minnesotans were winners and others were losers.
The American Gamb…
Online gaming: challenges in protection of intellectual property
IP protection is a crucial aspect of the gaming industry as it helps game developers in protecting their creations and ensures that they re…
DraftKings, Barstool Agree to Hefty Fines for Ohio Sports Betting Violations
Two sports betting operators agreed Wednesday to pay a combined $750K to the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) after admitting to rules…
The American Gaming Association has spoken out against a proposed federal ban on sports betting advertising
The American Gaming Association has spoken out against a proposed federal ban on sports betting advertising.
A bill introduced last week b…
Allwyn still in process of creative review for National Lottery
New UK National Lottery operator Allwyn is reviewing its media account as it remains embroiled in an endless creative pitch between Leo Bur…
DraftKings Jumps On Improved 2023 Guidance
DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG) surged in Thursday’s after-hours trading session after the online sportsbook operator revealed improved 2023 top…
Bally’s Discussing Bronx Casino with Trump Organization
Bally’s (NYSE: BALY) is reportedly in talks with the Trump Organization — the conglomerate controlled by former President Donald Trump’s fa…
AGA to Hosted State of the Industry Presentation, Release Report on Record-Breaking 2022 Commercial Gaming Revenue
AGA to Host State of the Industry Presentation, Release Report on Record-Breaking 2022 Commercial Gaming Revenue
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UK betting group Flutter looks at US listing
Paddy Power owner to seek view from shareholders ‘immediately
Flutter, the world’s largest listed gambling company, is considering a US li…
Delaware’s iGaming and online sports betting market grew total wagers by 40 per cent year-on-year
Delaware’s iGaming and online sports betting market grew total wagers by 40 per cent year-on-year to a combined $52.5m in January.
After D…
Opportunities for the lotteries in times of crisis
After three years apart, 200 lottery marketing professionals from around the world came together for the EL/WLA Marketing…
RFI: ARIZONA LOTTERY Multiple Services and Solutions
The Arizona Lottery just published an RFI for multiple services and solutions.
The Arizona Lottery Request for Information (RFI) for…
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IGT Grows Sports Betting Footprint in Nevada via Retail and Mobile Sports Betting Agreement with Betfred
IGT PlaySports™ technology selected to power Betfred's first sportsbook in Nevada
LONDON, Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game…
NeoGames and The European Lotteries showcase signed partnership agreement at flagship Marketing event
Feb 9, 2023 |
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LUXEMBOURG and LONDON, Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NeoGames S.A. (Nasdaq: NGMS) (“NeoGames” or the “Comp…
GambetDC Delivers Seamless Super Bowl Betting Experience
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Last night’s highly anticipated Super Bowl was met with enthusiasm by sports fans across the District of Columbia, partic…
Massachusetts is now selling $50 scratch tickets
The Billion Dollar Extravaganza is the state's most expensive scratch ticket and offers a high reward.
The Massachusetts Lottery launched…
NASPL 2022 Sales Report -U.S. lotteries saw total revenues jump to $107.9 billion
Following a record-breaking FY21, and despite an expected “pandemic bounce,” U.S. lotteries saw total revenues jump to $107.9 billion, up…
CEO Panel Debate ‘’Views from the U.S.’’ Moderated by Rebecca PAUL, WLA President
Pictured (L-R) CEO Panel Debate ‘’Views from the U.S.’’ Moderated by Rebecca PAUL, WLA President; Sarah TAYLOR, Executive Director, Hoosi…
NASPL's 2023 Executive Committee members
NASPL President Sarah Taylor, Executive Director, Indiana
First Vice President, Cindy Polzin, Director, Wisconsin
Second Vice Presiden…
Startups funded by billionaires Jerry Jones, Mark Cuban and other venture capitalists are betting big to disrupt the $100 billion lotto industry.
If there’s any question as to where Lady Luck lives, it’s in an office above the Utopia Deli on the New Jersey side of Greenwood Lake.
In…
ULIS (United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports) was pleased to participate in the first webinar of the Macolin ACT project
ULIS was pleased to participate in the first webinar of the Macolin ACT project on 3 February which welcomed recent signees to the #Macolin…
Australian Financial Review features Sue Van der Merwe, Managing Director and CEO, The Lottery Corporation
From hiding behind her mother’s skirt to CEO of an $11b company Lottery Corp chief Susan van der Merwe decided against studying law because…
Loterias Caixa launches campaign to highlight the importance of transfers to social areas
Of the total raised by CAIXA Lotteries with Mega, Quina, Lotofácil and other games, 48% is passed on to be invested in priority areas in Br…
Ohio Lottery Sports Betting Grows Ahead of Super Bowl, but ‘Cannibalization’ a Concern
One of the three legs of legal sports betting in the Buckeye State is growing even stronger ahead of the Super Bowl this weekend, but lotte…
Government of Paraná will hold a public hearing to discuss the format of lotteries
Lotepar, an autarchy linked to the Secretariat for Administration and Social Security (Seap) of the State of Paraná, will promote next Tues…
RFP: BRAZIL Concession of the exploration and operation of games in the territory of Minas Gerais
The Lottery of the State of Minas Gerais (Lemg) opened the bidding for the concession of the exploration and operation of games in the terr…
Marocaine des Jeux et des Sports (MDJS) and Sisal Jeux Maroc have signed the Contract for the management of sports betting in Morocco
SIGNING OF THE MANAGEMENT CONTRACT FOR THE EXPLOITATION OF THE GAMES OF THE MOROCCAN GAMES AND SPORTS COMPANY (MDJS) BETWEEN MDJS AND SISA…
ACMA (Australia Communications and Media Authority) blocks illegal offshore gambling websites
The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers block more illegal offshore gambling websites, after investigations found…
13% DROP Entain's shares tumble after MGM says it has "moved on" from pursuing a buyout offer
Sports betting giant Entain's shares tumbled as much as 13% on Thursday after U.S-based MGM Resorts International said it had "moved on" fr…
International Game Technology PLC to Host Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results Conference Call on Tuesday, February 28, 2023
International Game Technology PLC to Host Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results Conference Call on Tuesday, February 28, 2023
LONDON…
Scientific Games and Optimove to Set Gold Standard for Lottery Digital Advertising
Feb 07, 2023 | Atlanta
ATLANTA – February 7, 2023 – Scientific Games has partnered with Optimove on a groundbreaking project that will p…
IGT Wins third consecutive "Casino Supplier of the Year" honor at the Global Gaming Awards London
Wins third consecutive "Casino Supplier of the Year" honor at the Global Gaming Awards London
PeakSlant49 cabinet wins "Best Slot Machine"…
Fox Eyes Nearly $600 Million in Super Bowl Sunday Ad Revenue
Fox Eyes Nearly $600 Million in Super Bowl Sunday Ad Revenue And how the company avoided the soft TV ad marketFox recorded record revenues…
ICE World Regulatory Briefing - Andrew Rhodes speech
08 February 2023Speech by Andrew Rhodes
Andrew Rhodes delivered a keynote speech at ICE 2023. His speech was titled: "Latest research sh…
Record 50 Million Americans to Wager $16B on Super Bowl LVII
Washington, D.C. – A record 50.4 million American adults (20%) are expected to bet on Super Bowl LVII, a 61 percent increase from the recor…
RFI Israel: Mifal Hapais, The Israel Lottery. Production and supply of instant lottery tickets
Mifal Hapais, The Israel Lottery, wishes to contract with a supplier for the production and supply of instant lottery tickets (physical tic…
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Netherlands Kansspelautoriteit levies more than 25 million euros fine for illegal gambling sites
At the end of December, the Gaming Authority (Ksa) imposed fines worth more than 25 million euros on seven operators of illegal online gamb…
Ticket in Washington Wins $754.6 Million Powerball Jackpot
Someone in Washington state overcame steep odds to win a $754.6 million Powerball jackpot.
The winning numbers Monday night were 05, 11, 2…
Maryland iGaming Bill Would Ask State Voters If They Want Online Casinos
Maryland online sportsbooks debuted their operations in November. Just two months later, at least two state senators say it’s time to furth…
The Massachusetts Lottery's biggest worry? Soon, you'll be able to make a sports bet on your phone. But if you want to buy a lottery ticket you have to go to a store. The Lottery doesn't think that is a level playing field
BOSTON -- Sports betting became legal in Massachusetts on Tuesday but officials at the Massachusetts Lottery, the most successful lottery i…
Shares in online gambling giant 888 Holdings [LON: 888] plunged almost 27% in early trading Monday
Shares in online gambling giant 888 Holdings [LON: 888] plunged almost 27% in early trading Monday. That’s after the Gibraltar-based compan…
Experts Warn of 'Ice Breaker' Cyberattacks Targeting Gaming and Gambling Industry
A new attack campaign has been targeting the gaming and gambling sectors since at least September 2022.
Israeli cybersecurity company Secu…
Texas Republican Legislator Introduces Bill Enabling Casinos, Sports Gambling
A Republican member of the Texas House of Representatives has introduced a bill that would pave the way for limited gaming properties in th…
Sports wagering in Missouri making another run at Capitol
Illinois and Kansas may be benefiting from Missouri's hesitation to legalize sports wagering.
There are currently six bills in the Missour…
The Florida Lottery (Lottery) commends Governor DeSantis' Framework for Freedom budget for continuing to support the Lottery's mission of generating additional funds to enhance education in Florida.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023
CONTACT: FLORIDA LOTTERY COMMUNICATIONS (850) 487-7727 communications@flalotte…
Billionaire Charlie Munger says crypto is a ‘gambling contract’ that US should ban
Cryptocurrencies amount to a “wretched excess” that should be banned in the US, Berkshire Hathaway’s billionaire vice chairman Charlie Mung…
GeoComply becomes Associate Member of World Lottery Association
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, February 2, 2023 – The World Lottery Association (WLA) is pleased to announce GeoComply as an associate member.
“A…
'Gray machines' push limits of gambling in Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Linda Shore saddled up to one of the three Burning Barrel machines in the back of Bud’s Tavern, a bar advertising…
National Council on Problem Gambling invites applications for Agility Grants
National Council on Problem Gambling invites applications for Agility Grants
February 2, 2023
Deadline: February 28, 2023…
Sports Betting Launches in Massachusetts Just in Time for the Superbowl and March Madness
The following alert is an update to the authors' alert dated Aug. 4, 2022, which can be found at this link: Massachusetts Legislature Passe…
INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY PLC ANNOUNCES BB+ LONG-TERM ISSUER RATING FROM FITCH
INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY PLC ANNOUNCES BB+ LONG-TERM ISSUER RATING FROM FITCH
LONDON, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Ga…
Pollard Banknote Partners With Atlas Experiences To Launch New Multi-Jurisdictional Frogger Program
Press Release
February 2, 2023
Pollard Banknote Partners With Atlas Experiences To Launch New Multi-Jurisdictiona…
The regulation of gaming and betting in Brazil, under discussion in the National Congress and expected to happen in 2023
Bipartisan legislation would allow up to 18 online sportsbooks with nine awarded to sports franchises in the state
The regulation of gamin…
La Française des Jeux: Very Strong 2022 Results
La Française des Jeux: Very Strong 2022 Results
Confirmation of the 2023 outlook, in line with the Group’s responsible growth trajec…
Ipsos found that only about 8% of Americans say they've bet on sports via an app or online, and only 4% have bet on sports in-person in the past year
Brand new data also shows that the general public is largely skeptical of or indifferent toward legalized gambling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 202…
Twitch gambling streams continue to thrive despite new restrictions
Former Twitch star has criticized the Amazon-owned streaming platform for still allowing a wide range of gambling content to appear on the…
New Hampshire Reveals Online Gaming and Poker Bill
The state is back, though, with a strong online gaming bill introduced in January 2023. It’s a bipartisan bill starting off in the Senate…
Vermont Sports Betting Bill Introduced to Allow Online Wagering
Vermont sports betting is one step closer to becoming legal in the Green Mountain State. That’s after legislation to authorize such gamblin…
Legalized sports betting, horse racing quick out of the gate as Georgia Senate readies opening bid
A Georgia Senate committee is expected to consider a bill next week that opens the door to legalized online sports betting.
Republican Sen…
Pollard Banknote Companies Shortlisted At The 2023 International Gaming Awards
January 31, 2023 Pollard Banknote Companies Shortlisted At The 2023 International Gaming Awards
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, January 31, 2023 /CNW/…
The China Online Gaming Industry is Expected to Reach $90.5 Billion by 2027
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“China Online Gaming Market, Size, Forecast 2023-2027, Industry Trends, Growth, Impact of Inflation, Opportunity Company Analys…
Former Las Vegas judge appointed to Gaming Control Board
Former Las Vegas Municipal Court Judge George Assad on Monday was appointed to the Nevada Gaming Control Board by Gov. Joe Lombardo.
Assad…
New York’s restaurants want a share of the jackpot their state is collecting from on-site gambling
The industry wants the state to make eating and drinking places eligible for gambling licenses. Officials cite the $1.4 million a D.C. spor…
EL Members contribute 20 billion EUR to benefit society in 2021, amid crisis
EL Members come together to discuss lottery sector trends from recently published EL Report 2021
https://www.european-lotteries.org/news/e…
888 suspending VIP activities in certain markets
(PRESS RELEASE) -- 888 today announced the suspension of VIP activities in certain of its .com markets pending the outcome of an internal c…
Massachusetts Gaming Commission debuts voluntary self-exclusion program for sports wagering
(PRESS RELEASE) -- Ahead of the launch of sports wagering in the Commonwealth on 31 January, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission is expandi…
Maryland Lottery and Gaming Commission Finds Five Applicants Qualified for Sports Wagering
The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission (MLGCC) today approved the qualifications of three sports wagering facility applicants a…
Massachusetts Gaming Commission establishes new data and automated decision-making regulations
Adding to a long list of privacy and cybersecurity obligations, gaming companies are now subject to specific regulations in Massachusetts…
Pennsylvania Considers Allowing Esports Gambling
Pennsylvania is one of the leading sports betting states, with nearly $19 billion in hane since wagering on sports launched in November 201…
Grover Gaming Is First To Receive Certification For An ePulltab Cabinet Product Under Kentucky’s New Law
Grover Gaming, Inc.
Jan 26, 2023, 7:46 PM ET
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Grover Gaming is proud to announce that it i…
International Gaming Standards Association Appoints New Chairman & Vice-Chair and Elects 2023 Board of Directors
International Gaming Standards Association Appoints New Chairman & Vice-Chair and Elects 2023 Board of Directors
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Ja…
iGaming Ontario’s FY 2022-23 Q3 Market Performance Report
This iGaming Ontario (iGO) market performance report for the third quarter (Q3) of the 2022-23 fiscal year covers market operations from Oc…
Outlook murky for Alabama lottery, casino bill this year
A state senator who has sponsored bills for a lottery, casinos, sports betting, and a gambling regulatory board for Alabama said he plans t…
IGT Achieves Improved Score by Global Environmental Non-Profit CDP for Environmental Performance
Company outperforms its 2021 assessment, receives an "above average" score for taking environmental action
LONDON, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswi…
WestLotto Managing Director Andreas Kötter welcomes the EU Parliament's push for stricter regulation of video games and loot boxes
WestLotto Managing Director Andreas Kötter welcomes the EU Parliament's push for stricter regulation of video games and loot boxes. “This f…
Hong Kong Jockey Club: Government's proposal represents a lack of understanding of the competition in the wagering market
In response to the New People’s Party (NPP) proposal to significantly increase Hong Kong’s football betting duty by 30%, the Hong Kong Jock…