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Amy Steinman Joins Scientific Games’ Executive Leadership Team as New Chief Human Resources Officer
ATLANTA – June 6, 2024 – Scientific Games has named Amy Steinman as the company’s new Chief Human Resources Officer and the newest member o…
Alberta Passes New Bill, Could Launch Ontario-Like iGaming Model In 2025
Alberta is one step closer to implementing an Ontario-like iGaming system after passing of one crucial piece of legislation.
In late May…
NBA Executive Calls For Federal Regulation Of Sports Betting
As major sports leagues struggle with the new legal sports betting landscape and worry about player temptations, at least one pro league wa…
France: ANJ L'Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has launched a new problem gambling prevention campaign ahead of Euro 2024
Isabelle FALQUE-PIERROTIN, President of the ANJ : “Since the excesses of the Euro in 2021, gambling operators have become aware of their…
New York’s Monthly Sports Betting Revenue Surpasses $200M for Second Time Ever
With the New York Knicks and Rangers in the NBA and NHL playoffs in May, the Empire State’s online sports betting operators feasted.
The…
Proposed New York Casinos Forge Ahead Despite Opposition To The Projects
The race to jump on the casino gaming bandwagon in New York is continuing apace, despite high-profile opposition to one of the projects.
W…
Connecticut iLottery Could Launch In The Next Two Weeks
We could be 14 days away from seeing online lottery sales launch in Connecticut. Art Mongillo, the Connecticut Lottery Corp.’s public affai…
OLG has begun the process of selecting a technology platform provider to replace aging, back-end lottery technology systems
TORONTO, ON – OLG has begun the process of selecting a technology platform provider to replace aging, back-end lottery technology systems…
Bally’s Partners With Ruby Seven Studios To Launch Social Casino
Bally’s teamed up with a social casino gaming company Ruby Seven Studios to launch its free-to-play platform, Bally Play.
Bally’s Corporat…
How the Arizona Lottery is elevating experiences beyond the ticket
By Chris Rogers, Arizona Lottery Chief Marketing Officer
Consumer engagement has transcended mere transactions, and the Arizona Lottery is…
UKGC defends handling of the National Lottery licence competition in court
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is facing another day in court this week over its handling of the National Lottery licence competition…
The New York Lottery reported sales of $772.2 million in the five weeks to 1 June
The New York Lottery generated sales of $772.2 million in the five weeks to 1 June, largely unchanged from the same period in 2023.
Instan…
China's lottery sales rise 10.2 pct in April
BEIJING, June 4 -- China's lottery ticket sales rose 10.2 percent year on year to 55.46 billion yuan (about 7.8 billion U.S. doll…
Iceland: Íslensk Getspá Responsible Gaming re-certified for fifth time!
Committed to addressing illegal gambling and related criminal activities while minimising any potential harm on society, EL has devel…
North Carolina State Lottery Commission Releases May Sports Wagering Activity Report
The North Carolina State Lottery Commission will post monthly a report on sports betting activity in the state on a fiscal year basis. The…
Resorts World NY Lobbyist Looms Large in Casino Acceleration Bill
Legislation proposed last month by Sen. Joseph Addabbo (D-Queens) to expedite the approval of three New York City-area casino licenses repo…
Netherlands: Kansspelautoriteit: René Jansen addresses providers for the last time at Gaming in Holland
At Gaming in Holland, chairman René Jansen gave his last speech to providers. What is the current state of the online gambling market? He r…
Gambling problems lack workplace support
Less than one in 10 (9%) workplaces have support policies for gambling issues, research by gambling charity GamCare has shown.
The researc…
Michigan Gaming Control Board hosts college sports betting panel discussion on rules, regulations, and compliance
DETROIT, June 6, 2024 — The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) recently convened a panel discussion focused on college sports betting reg…
Georgia: Social Casino Provider VGW Faces Illegal Gambling Lawsuit
Game developer Virtual Gaming Worlds, known for its free-to-play online games, is facing a class action lawsuit in Georgia alleging that th…
Minister, Google discuss eradicating online gambling using AI
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie Setiadi met with Google representatives to discuss eradicating online g…
Jackpot.com to become official lottery courier and provider of lottery results to AP
Lottery ticket provider to serve as the official digital lottery courier and provider of lottery results for hundreds of national and local…
Owner of UK national lottery operator to sever ties with Gazprom
In June 2022, months after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine and after Allwyn had been named “preferred bidder” for the £6.5bn lottery con…
Bill to require warnings in gambling ads advances in NY
A bill aimed at educating the public on the harmful effects of gambling has passed in the New York Senate.
Assembly Bill 1118 unanimously …
NYTIMES: OPINION Sports Gambling Is a Ticking Time Bomb
Sports Gambling Is a Ticking Time Bomb May 31, 2024
Some of the biggest scandals in sports history have revolved around players and gambli…
Delaware bill proposes multi-app sports betting
A proposed legislation aims to open up the market to multiple vendors.
US.- Delaware is considering expanding its sports betting market by…
Rebecca Paul: integrity is the fundamental pillar of sports betting
WATCH Interview with Rebecca Paul. Subtitles available in Spanish, Portuguese and English.
The president of the World Lottery Associatio…
BRAZIL: Lucíola Aor Vasconcelos: Caixa Loterias is interested in participating in sports betting
In a recent interview with CIBELAE, the president director of Caixa Loterias , Lucíola Aor Vasconcelos, highlighted the company's fundament…
Illinois Lottery’s largest Fast Play jackpot ever is up for grabs
Top prize for ‘Ultimate Diamond Jackpot’ game is just over $1.6 million – and growing
CHICAGO, May 29, 2024 – Illinois Lottery’s largest…
New York Senator pushes for online poker legislation amid broader gambling expansion efforts
As the legislative session in New York approaches its conclusion, Sen. Joseph Addabbo has introduced a bill to legalize online poker in the…
AGA Pushes Other States to Follow Michigan, Crack Down on Offshore Sportsbooks
The support from the American Gaming Association for Michigan's brushback pitch to Bovada comes as the industry group has been pushing for…
New York State Tax Revenue From Mobile Sports Betting Clears $2 Billion
The New York State Gaming Commission reported $45.5 million in mobile sports betting revenue for the week ending May 26 on Friday, sending…
SPAIN: SELAE: Lotteries and Red Cross celebrate 100 years of collaboration helping people in vulnerable situations
Surviving the latest drawings, the grand prizes for the two popular lottery games continue to grow
This year the motto of the Extra…
Joe Froehlich Named Chief Operating Officer of the Michigan Lottery
Today, Michigan Lottery Commissioner, Suzanna Shkreli, announced that Joe Froehlich has been named Chief Operating Officer of the agency…
Michigan issues cease-and-desist letter
DETROIT, May 30, 2024 — The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has taken decisive action against an overseas gaming company in Curaçao th…
INTRALOT announces Revenue at €85.1m and EBITDA at €30.1m in 1Q24 + Conference call invitation
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INTRALOT SA (RIC: INLr.AT, Bloomberg: INLOT GA), an international gaming solutions and operations leader…
Mr. Nikolaos Nikolakopoulos appointed as the new CEO of INTRALOT
INTRALOT announces that, following a proposal of the Board of Directors that took into account relevant suggestion and proposal of the Remu…
Vlaemminck.law Expansion: Connecting Europe
We are thrilled to share that VLAEMMINCK.law has officially signed a Cooperation Agreement with a prestigious Polish law firm - Jabłoński K…
Resignation of UK Gambling Minister Stuart Andrew leaves industry with further election uncertainty
The limbo that the gambling industry was left amidst Rishi Sunak’s surprise decision to call a summer election was elevated upon the announ…
Florida Sports Betting Gets its Day in (Supreme) Court
The ability to offer sports betting in Florida is at stake.
The Seminole Tribe and its Hard Rock Bet sportsbook enjoy sole jurisdiction o…
DraftKings Illinois-Induced Sell-Off Exaggerates Contagion Risk, Says Analyst
Shares of DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG) dipped slightly today following a Tuesday tumble caused by news that Illinois will implement a progress…
Bulgaria’s fortified anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, which include greater oversight of the gambling sector, now comply with international standards
Bulgaria’s fortified anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, which include greater oversight of the gambling sector, now comply with inter…
OPAP: Interim Management Statement Q1 2024
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Online drives OPAP revenue growth in first quarter
OPAP has reported a 4 per cent increase in gross gam…
Illinois lawmakers approve betting tax of up to 40%
The Illinois House of Representatives has greenlighted the state’s $53.1 billion fiscal year 2025 budget, which includes a new progressive…
Scientific Games Partners with Award-winning Gift & Go Platform Delivered by Amazon
Gift & Go On-demand Technology Is Fulfilling Second-chance and Loyalty Reward Programs for Scientific Games Lottery Customers
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Mega Millions Jackpot Jumps Past $500 Million
RELEASE DATE: 5/29/2024 For just the second time since last summer, the Mega Millions® jackpot has surpassed the half-billion dollar mark…
Appeals court rules against Torch Electronics and Missouri Gaming Commission
Appeals court rules against Torch Electronics and Missouri Gaming Commission
An appeals court refuses to declare whether or not the video…
Carnival Cruise, Royal Caribbean add land-based casino partners
Each cruise line has added a new partner that will bring new benefits for loyal passengers.
Both Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line…
New York: Queens State Senator opposes Mets owner Steven Cohen's $8 billion casino proposal near Citi Field
State Senator Jessica Ramos of Queens is seeking to halt a major casino proposal in her district, opposing a gambling plan supported by Ste…
New Bill May Require iGaming, Betting Companies to Change Data Policies
Companies involved in the regulated US online casino industry are used to navigating a patchwork of various rules across disparate states…
Opinion: Why the push to legalize gambling on U.S. elections is so dangerous -LAtimes
Free and fair elections, the foundation of our democracy, face an unprecedented array of threats as the next one approaches. While some o…
Swedish court reduces Kindred’s sanction fee for bonus violations
In 2020, the SGA hit Kindred with a hefty SEK100m (€8.7m) administrative fine for breaching regulations relating to customer bonus offers…
Delaware Lawmaker Says Competition Critical to Sports Betting Success
Legislation in Delaware to codify the state Internet Sports Lottery Legislative Working Group’s recommendation that more than one online sp…
Entain Secures Full Nevada Gaming Commission License
The operator, Entain, listed in London, has received complete authorization to do business in Nevada. Currently, the company collaborates w…
New Mississippi Lottery scratch-off games go on sale in June 2024
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The new Mississippi Lottery scratch-off games will go on sale Tuesday, June 4, including the $5 Lucky Dog game feat…
Massachusetts Lottery Celebrates 50th Anniversary of First Instant Ticket
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INTRALOT has successfully renewed its alignment with the WLA Responsible Gaming Standards
We are proud to announce that INTRALOT has successfully renewed its alignment with the WLA Responsible Gaming Standards for Associate Membe…
IGT's Tiger and Dragon Game Debuts in #1 Position on Eilers & Krejcik's US & Canada Game Performance Report
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IGT's winning formula for multi-level progressive games continues with Tiger and Dragon performing at 2.89X…
Watch Rhode Island Lottery is Celebrating its 50th Anniversary!
Watch the Rhode Island Lottery Celebrate its 50th!
Massachusetts lottery launches new game in honor of 50th anniversary
Watch The Lot…
Eurojackpot celebrates anniversary - 750th draw on May 28th
750th draw on May 28th
4,451 players have already won at least six-figure amounts in the Eurojackpot. But how many more lucky people will…
GERMANY: The Lotto Thuringia app is here!
The new LOTTO experience – faster, easier and at the same time safe and reputable
Suhl – APPtastic! LOTTO Thuringia presents the LOTTO Thu…
The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) issues warning over black market growth
The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) warns that Germany's offshore sports betting market is drawing a growing number of players awa…
GERMANY: Lotto Hessen: Since 1949: 13 billion euros in profits, 6 billion euros for the common good and 684 million euros in profits
Since 1949: 13 billion euros in profits, 6 billion euros for the common good and 684 million euros in profits
Never before have more p…
DraftKings, Flutter Tumble as Illinois Advances Sports Betting Tax Hike
On news that the Illinois Senate approved a budget that includes a near tripling of the state’s tax rate on regulated sportsbook operators…
The biggest threat to Australia’s lotteries? This Oregon sports bar
It’s an understated sports bar on the outskirts of Portland, a low-slung, brown building that sits in a suburban strip mall surrounded by c…
Kansas Lottery Moves to Instant Game Management Partnership with Scientific Games
The Scientific Games Enhanced Partnership program will provide the Kansas Lottery with portfolio management and game planning services, dat…
IGT to Optimize Player Convenience and Retail Solutions for Mississippi Lottery via Three-Year Contract Extension
LONDON, May 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) today announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global S…
Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL) Panel on New Gaming, Branding, and Promotional Initiatives
Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL) on new gaming, branding, and promotional initiatives
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Spillemyndigheden: Consultation on update of requirements for the reporting of game data
24, May 2024
The Danish Gambling Authority (DGA) has updated the requirements for reporting game data. Interested parties are welcome to c…
New option: buying a lottery online is made available by Caixa
Soon, other products will also have the service available
Initially, prizes can be purchased for Mega-Sena, Lotofácil, Quina and Dupla Se…
Brazil: São Paulo state lottery bidding project should be launched in June
Government estimates that the gambling market generates more than R$9 billion per year in the state.
São Paulo.- The government of the sta…
Paulo Alexandre Duarte de Sousa took office today as the new president of the Santa Casa da Misericórdia in Lisbon
Portugal.- The Ibero-American Corporation of State Lotteries and Betting - Cibelae congratulated Paulo Alexandre Duarte de Sousa for assumi…
Svenska Spel comments on Aftonbladet's feature
Aftonbladet's editorial team 200 seconds has today, May 21, 2024, published a feature on gambling problems and gambling addiction in which…
Macau Casino Suspicious Transaction Reports Catapult by 90%
Macau casinos filed 89.1% more suspicious transaction reports (STRs) in Q1of 2024 than in the corresponding period last year, according to…
FC Barcelona and Grup Social ONCE sign an agreement to promote accessibility to the future Spotify Camp Nou
SPAIN (May 23, 2024) — The president of FC Barcelona, Joan Laporta, together with the president of the ONCE Social Group, Miguel Carballe…
Indonesia takes down 1.9M online gambling contents; creates task force to eradicate iGaming
Indonesia's Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie Setiadi revealed that since taking office on July 17, 2023, through to May 21…
iGaming Ontario Handed Court Victory Over Mohawk Tribe
Private operator to earn $20 million bonus
The battle over control over Ontario’s bustling legal sports betting industry became a little b…
Today marks a milestone worth celebrating - the 25th anniversary of the Sault Ste Marie Casino!
Today marks a milestone worth celebrating - the 25th anniversary of the Sault Ste Marie Casino!???? Over the past quarter-century, this ca…
Indiana lottery expected to send $370 million surplus to state
The Hoosier Lottery projects it’ll send more than $368 million in surplus revenue to the state of Indiana, an increase from last year, acco…
Wisconsin Lottery to Create New Communications Tool to Support Prince Act
May 24, 2024
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Wisconsin Lottery to Create New Communications Tool to Support Prince Act New announcement on Lottery…
Pollard Banknote congratulates the Missouri Lottery on the success of its Frogger Scratchers® game Hop To It!
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, May 23, 2024 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) congratulates the Missouri Lottery (“the L…
Oregon Lottery releases new Scratch-Its highlighting Oregon State Parks
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — With a popular camping weekend ahead, the Oregon Lottery has released Scratch-Its encouraging residents to visit Or…
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Hoosier Lottery on pace for another potential revenue record
The Hoosier Lottery is on pace to potentially meet or exceed the $1.75 billion annual ticket sales record it set just last year.
Data pres…
Three gamblers under federal investigation for their ties to illegal sports betting rings allegedly laundered money through Las Vegas casinos
Three gamblers under federal investigation for their ties to illegal sports betting rings that allegedly laundered money through Las Vegas…
In little-noticed move, state senator seeks to lift ban on casino campaign contributions
For nearly 30 years, Louisiana’s casinos have been prohibited from contributing to political candidates to prevent possible corruption, but…
US appeals court punts on liability shield for Apple, Google, Meta in casino app cases
May 22 (Reuters) - In the 18 months since the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals agreed, opens new tab to hear a mid-case appeal on whether…
Opinion: SCHUETZ: Operators’ Snub Of Massachusetts Commission Shows A Total Lack Of Respect
'The way that the ten firms stiffed the MGC was the absolute ultimate statement of arrogance and ignorance.'
Let me tell you the way it wa…
INSPIRED LAUNCHES ITS MAY LINE-UP OF ONLINE & MOBILE SLOTS
May 23, 2024 – Inspired Entertainment, Inc. (“Inspired” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: INSE), a leading B2B provider of gaming content, systems…
Germany: Parliament committee rejects sports sponsorship ban for gambling companies
A proposed ban on sports sponsorship in Germany was rejected at a public meeting of the sports committee of the German Bundestag (the natio…
Jumbo Interactive has signed a new software licence agreement with RSPCA Queensland for the RSPCA national lottery program
Jumbo Interactive has signed a new software licence agreement with RSPCA Queensland for the RSPCA national lottery program.
The lottery pr…
AGA Statement on Gov. Youngkin Vetoing Virginia “Skill Game” Legislation
AGA President and CEO Bill Miller issued the following statement in support of Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoing legislation to lega…
Virginia Governor vetoes legislation to regulate skill games, garners applaud from AGA
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has vetoed 48 bills passed by the Democratic-led General Assembly, including legislation aimed at taxing a…
Virginia Lottery, Executive Director Khalid Jones honoring Virginia’s 2025 Teacher of the Year
Executive Director Khalid Jones with Virginia’s 2025 Teacher of the Year. "We contributed $867 million in profit to K-12 public education l…
Loterie Romande’s annual results for 2023: 243.7 million francs for welfare, sport, culture and the environment
May 22, 2024 – Loterie Romande continues to play a key role in supporting associations in French-speaking Switzerland. Its strong 2023 resu…
West Flagler to SCOTUS: DoJ laid out why you should hear Florida wagering case
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West Flagler and Associates (WFA) Tuesday (21 May) discounted a recent argument by the the US Department of Justice (D…