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EQL Games, Present Creative Announce Lottery-Focused Content Partnership
Companies Will Offer Games, Technology to Enhance Digital Lottery Offerings
Lottery innovator EQL Games and veteran game d…
Democratic gubernatorial hopeful John Cranley is calling on state lawmakers to abandon a sports betting measure that has already passed the Senate, and instead establish sports gaming under the Ohio Lottery Commission’s existing authority
The debate over which commission should control sports gambling has long been a sticking point for lawmakers trying to legalize betting.
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Massachusetts Sports betting pivoting to regulatory phase for details
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission plans during a meeting Thursday to start discussing the work it will have to do if or when Gov. Charlie…
Texas Lottery Broke All-Time Sales Record Prior to $1.33 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot
The Texas Lottery Commission reported $264 million in sales the week of the historic Mega Millions drawing
The Texas Lottery Commission (T…
Pennsylvania Lottery Sees 2nd Best Year In Its History
It’s been a good year for the Pennsylvania Lottery.
PA Lottery Executive Director Drew Svitko says this fiscal year has resulted in its se…
Helene Keeley new Acting Director, Delaware Lottery
August 02, 2022
Helene Keeley named Acting Director of the Delaware Lottery
Dover, DE — Delaware Secretary of Finance Rick Geisenberger a…
Pat Davis has been appointed BCLC’s President & CEO
BCLC’s Board of Directors announced today that Pat Davis has been appointed BCLC’s President & CEO. The Board made the appointment fo…
Provincial coalition of gaming agencies calls on bettors to avoid illegal gambling sites
Online gambling market has grown to a nearly $4 billion industry in Canada
The business of online gambling is booming in Canada, but some…
AGEM Index rose by 51.54 points in July
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Ad tracking by online gambling industry comes under scrutiny
UK’s data watchdog assesses complaint on ways betting firms profile and target problem players
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Twitch streamers are making millions from crypto gambling sites while their audience goes bankrupt
Bloomberg's deep dive shows that Twitch streams are pulling kids as young as 16 into crypto gambling.
Some in the audience of Twitch's big…
Maryland Casinos Generate Single-Month Record of $181.5 Million During July
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Completion of Sisal Acquisition | Flutter Entertainment plc
5 August 2022
Flutter Entertainment plc ("Flutter")
Completion of Sisal acquisition
Flutter is pleased to announce that it has…
GLI promotes Patrick Cottingham to Client Services Manager, other two as Senior Account Executives
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Announces Three Promotions in Client Services
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Announces…
Racino Operator Announces New Name, Quarterly Results
WYOMISSING, Pa. – Penn National Gaming Inc. is now known as Penn Entertainment Inc.
The company, which operates Hollywood Gaming at Mahoni…
Online sports betting company FanDuel names chief legal officer
Online sports betting and gaming company FanDuel Group has appointed Carolyn Renzin to the position of chief legal officer, adding to her e…
Atlantic City's Joe Lupo to run Mirage casino for Hard Rock
Joe Lupo, who has helped two of Atlantic City’s most successful casinos thrive through years of market turbulence, will run the Mirage Hote…
Virginia Lottery announced a 25% jump in June’s handle compared to the same time last year,
Sports betting in Virginia brought in $295.2 million in wagers in the month of June, according to the latest numbers reported by the Virgin…
Singapore’s new casino, gambling regulator takes charge from today
Singapore’s casinos are now under the control of a new gambling regulator with two key acts taking effect from today, Monday 1 August 2022…
China’s gambling hub Macao to ease Covid-19 restrictions
The gambling hub of Macao will allow bars, restaurants, salons, gyms and entertainment venues to reopen on Tuesday, August 2, lifting a cit…
INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY PLC REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2022 RESULTS
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Revenue of $1.02 billion, down 2% as reported and up 3% at constant currency, led by 23% growth in…
Scientific Games Regional VP of Sales Jeremy Kyzer has received a prestigious Powers Award from NASPL
SCIENTIFIC GAMES’ JEREMY KYZER RECOGNIZED BY NORTH AMERICAN LOTTERY INDUSTRY WITH POWERS AWARD
ATLANTA – August 1, 2022 – Scientific Game…
Larry Loss, final employee who was there at the launch of the Iowa Lottery, to retire after 37 years
Final employee who was there at the launch of the Iowa Lottery to retire
JULY 29, 2022 BY DAR DANIELSON
Larry Loss. (RI Photo)
The…
La Française des Jeux: Lottery Revenues increase 17% in H1 2022
La Française des Jeux: Results for H1 2022
Strong growth in revenue and EBITDA
Half-year revenue up 12%
Strong growth in lotte…
NY Mayor Eric Adams and Gov. Kathy Hochul Want Casino’s in Hudson Yards, Times Square and More. New York state’s Gaming Commission is authorized to issue three licenses
Get ready, New York state’s Gaming Commission is authorized to issue up to three licenses. Mayor Eric Adams wants at least two of the licen…
German Gambling Regulator Directs ISPs to Block Access to Illegal iGaming Websites
Germany’s new gambling regulator, Glücksspielbehörde (GGL), has asked local internet service providers (ISPs) to block access to unlicensed…
Lottery.com to Furlough Workers as Funds Dwindle and CEO resigns
Lottery.com Inc. is furloughing certain employees and warning that it may not have the funds to continue operating, according to a regulato…
Flutter (Parent of PokerStars, Paddy Power, SkyBet) To Cut Staff amidst 50% decline in stock price and departure of top executives
Gaming giant Flutter Entertainment is going through a significant transition. It has recently said goodbye to two of its primary executives…
RFP: Rhode Island Lottery for PULL TABS
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Mega Millions® jackpot - Illinois Lottery Director Harold Mays gives update on winning ticket on CNN
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The chase for the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot has ended – with a single ticket sold in the Chicago area for the whole …
Singapore Legalises Social Gambling In Homes From 1 Aug
A popular social pastime among many Singaporeans is playing mahjong or poker with friends at home. While this was not illegal before, it al…
California court restricts state from integrating environmental regulations into negotiations with Tribes over casino agreements
California cannot seek environmental concessions from five Native American Tribes during negotiations to renew their contracts to operate "…
Française des Jeux (FDJ) has announced the acquisition of L’Addition in a bid to strengthen its retail services arm
Française des Jeux (FDJ) has announced the acquisition of L’Addition in a bid to strengthen its retail services arm.
The latter company is…
Josée Turcotte joins the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario as chief legal officer
Turcotte's mandate includes supporting the commission in its ongoing modernization initiatives
Josée Turcotte has joined the Alcohol and G…
Nevada Bans Lottery Ticket Sales, Residents Still Dream of Winning
Nevada Bans Lottery Ticket Sales, Residents Still Dream of Winning
Nevadians had no choice but to travel out of state this week to try the…
NeoGames Announces Second Quarter 2022 Earnings Release Date
NeoGames Announces Second Quarter 2022 Earnings Release Date
Luxembourg – July 28, 2022 – NeoGames S.A. (Nasdaq: NGMS) (“NeoGames” or the…
IGT Achieves High-Ranking Score in the All-In Diversity Project 2021 All-Index Report
IGT Achieves High-Ranking Score in the All-In Diversity Project 2021 All-Index Report
Company's commitment to diversity and inclusion…
Florida Gaming Commission warns allowing 'adult arcades' in Jacksonville could be illegal
The Florida Gaming Control Commission is warning that a proposal to legalize "adult arcades" in Jacksonville with casino-style electronic g…
Las Vegas Strip casinos, strong visitation numbers drive Nevada's 16th consecutive $1B+ month at $1.27B
Strip casinos, strong visitation numbers drive Nevada's 16th consecutive $1B+ month at $1.27B
Casinos in the Las Vegas Strip have driven…
AGA Publishes Updated Anti-Money Laundering Best Practices
Updates Reflect Industry Leadership, New Laws to Protect Financial System
Washington, D.C. – The American Gaming Association (AGA) release…
Julie Terrell, Texas Lottery draw game coordinator, was named a recipient of a 2022 Powers Award
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INTRALOT completes acquisition of Intralot US Securities B.V. shares from minority holders
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INTRALOT completes acquisition of
Intralot US Securities B.V. shares from minority holders
Peania July 28, 2022
INTRALOT a…
German city to shut all betting shops amid money-laundering allegations
The German city of Bremen isn’t happy with betting operators. It has expressed concerns about their anti-money laundering (AML) practices…
International Game Technology PLC Announces Amendment and Extension of Revolving Credit Facilities and Amendment of Term Loan Facilities
International Game Technology PLC Announces Amendment and Extension of Revolving Credit Facilities and Amendment of Term Loan Facilities…
MACAU: Public Tender Gaming Commission Created
The Chief Executive (CE) Ho Iat Seng formally created yesterday the commission that is to be in charge of the public tender for the attribu…
Could California Sports Betting Be Derailed By A Florida Lawsuit?
Big changes could be coming to US casinos in California, including the legal ability to offer both online and retail sports betting to gues…
Towards A Stronger Culture Of Industry Responsibility And Cooperation: In Europe And Beyond
With demands on safer gambling continuing to grow across European countries, it’s important that gambling companies take their re…
DiMatteo resigns as CEO of Lottery.com
Lottery.com has announced that Lawrence (Tony) DiMatteo has resigned from his role as chief executive, marking the latest executive-level d…
Gaming Laboratories International Expands APAC Team in Australia
Gaming Laboratories International Expands APAC Team in Australia
Barrie Wilson joins the company as Manager of Client Services
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KENTUCKY LOTTERY BREAKS SALES AND CASH TRANSFERS RECORDS IN FISCAL YEAR 2022
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IGT Launches World-Class iLottery Games in Michigan
IGT Launches World-Class iLottery Games in Michigan
Company's top-performing games will soon be available to Michigan Lottery players…
IWG and Virginia Lottery to Launch Capcom Street Fighter™ II eInstant
IWG and Virginia Lottery to Launch Capcom Street Fighter™ II eInstant
Release celebrates legendary franchise’s 35th anniversary
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Massachusetts sports betting bill still has a shot at moving forward, Senate President Karen Spilka indicates
With less than a week of formal sessions left on Beacon Hill, a highly anticipated bill legalizing sports betting in Massachusetts may emer…
New law gives Colorado's gaming division more power to investigate gray casinos
Businesses offer cash or crypto prizes for playing slot-machine-type games
For years, state and local leaders have tried to crack down on…
UK Government Warns Of Legislations If Loot Boxes Aren't Addressed
The UK government has released a statement on video game loot boxes.
Over the last two months, governing bodies from various European coun…
Idaho Lottery Celebrates Successful Launch Of Industry’s First-Ever Scratch FXtra™ Family Of Games
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July 25, 2022
Idaho Lottery Celebrates Successful Launch Of Industry’s First-Ever Scratch FXtra™ Fa…
FanDuel announces executive appointments ensuring management continuity secured into future
Christian Genetski Promoted to the Role of President
Mike Raffensperger Appointed as Chief Commercial Officer
New Executive Structure P…
Pollard Banknote Welcomes Industry Leader May Scheve Reardon As Vice President Of Government Relations
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, July 20, 2022 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (TSX: PBL) (“Pollard Banknote”) is very pleased to announce that May Sch…
NY Helps US Sports Betting Top $10 Billion Revenue, $1.5B Taxes Post-PASPA
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Massachusetts lawmakers divided on whether to allow betting on collegiate sports
Massachusetts House and Senate negotiators remain "far apart" on legislation that would legalize sports betting, Speaker Ron Mariano said T…
Legalizing Missouri Sports Betting is Key to Stopping Illegal Bets
Consumer Choice Center Manager: MO Legal Sports Betting Market Stops Illegal Bets
CCC Manager Co-Authored New Sports Betting Study in U…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Names Ginnie Hollis Director of Engineering
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Names Ginnie Hollis Director of Engineering LAKEWOOD, N.J. (July 19, 2022) – Gaming Laboratories…
California's mayor union AFSCME opposing tribal ballot measure as lines are drawn in the sports betting legalization battle
A major player in California politics unveiled Thursday its stance on the sports betting measures that will be on the November ballot. The…
Ireland: Premier Lotteries Ireland (PLI), the official lottery operator, raised more than €300 million for good causes
Irish Lottery Players Spent Over $1B Last Year
Lottery players and vendors in Ireland had a good year last year. Data from Premier Lotteri…
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. is pleased to announce its July line-up of three new online and mobile slot games
INSPIRED LAUNCHES ITS JULY LINE-UP OF SIZZLING HOT ONLINE AND MOBILE SLOT GAMES
JULY 22, 2022 – Inspired Entertainment, Inc. (“Inspired” o…
What's Next for North Carolina Sports Betting Legislation?
The bills led to an even fiercer debate on the House floor, and hopes of legalizing mobile sports betting ultimately fell apart. The NC Gen…
Alabama lawmaker will bring lottery and gambling legislation to next session
The Mega Millions jackpot drawing tonight is $660 million, but Alabamians won’t have a shot at the prize without crossing state lines.
The…
Atlantic Lottery Corporation’s website launched the province’s first online casino
Nova Scotia’s first online casino is now live. On Thursday, the Atlantic Lottery Corporation’s website quietly launched the province’s firs…
As of June 30, 2022, the New Jersey Lottery has contributed $1.074 billion in profits to the State for FY22
NEW JERSEY LOTTERY ANNOUNCES FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022
TRENTON (July 21, 2022) – The New Jersey Lottery Commission hel…
International Game Technology PLC to Host Second Quarter 2022 Results Conference Call on Tuesday, August 2, 2022
LONDON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) will host a conference call and live webcast to…
Las Vegans brave the heat to get rich with lottery tickets in Primm
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Lotto fever took on a new meaning Friday in Primm.
Thousands of Southern Nevadans crossed the state line into Californi…
BRAZIL: Project for the legalization of gambling awaits analysis by the Federal Senate
Bill 442/91, for the legalization of betting in all its aspects in Brazil, is being observed by companies and personalities in the sector a…
How AI Can Prevent Problem Gambling in Mobile Sports Betting
As mobile sports betting and iGaming become more popular, the companies behind them are finding new ways to increase player safety.
Placin…
Lottery Industry Hall of Fame
Congratulations to the four newest members of the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame - Please read their biographies here
The 94 members of t…
René Jansen, chair of the Dutch regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), on Combating illegal games of chance
July 21, 2022
Since the legalization of online games of chance, much of the public debate has been ab…
JOB: Wisconsin Lottery Marketing Communications Supervisor
Position Title: Marketing Communications Supervisor
Organization: Wisconsin Lottery, Wisconsin Department of Revenue
Location: Madison, W…
Esports and Gen Z-focused media platform FaZe Clan debuts on Nasdaq after $725M SPAC merger
Gaming and youth culture media platforms FaZe Klan completed it on tuesday $725 million business combination with a special purpose acquisi…
Lotería Nacional de Ecuador, the Ecuador National Lottery, has awarded a new, 10-year contract to Scientific Games
Electronic Draw Games Will Launch for the First Time in Ecuador
ATLANTA, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lotería Nacional de Ecuad…
Tennessee Lottery raises nearly $6.5 Billion for Education
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NASHVILLE—The Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation has closed its Fiscal Year with a contribu…
Mississippi Lottery announces June transfer to the State
JACKSON, MISS — The Mississippi Lottery Corporation completed its final transfer to the state for Fiscal year 2022, bringing the total to $…
The Ohio Lottery brought in $1.4 billion in profits this past year, setting a new record
The Ohio Lottery brought in $1.4 billion in profits this past year, setting a new record.
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Ohio Lottery made record…
Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (AöR): German Gambling Regulator Asks ISPs to Block Illegal iGaming Websites
The GGL's social mission is to combat illegal gambling in order to protect gamblers and minors from gambling and betting addiction and game…
In 2019 gambling revenue in Macau was six times that of Las Vegas. This year the Nevada gaming hub has edged ahead of its Asian rival
With Chinese players stuck at home because of lockdowns, the territory’s gambling revenue has plunged.
In 2019 gambling revenue in Macau w…
Massachusetts Governor Baker, Treasurer Goldberg and Attorney General Healey Appoint Jordan M. Maynard to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission
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Office of Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito
Office of Attorney Genera…
Station Casinos acquires 126 acres south of Las Vegas Strip for $172M
Station Casinos has loaded up on more land in Las Vegas, completing a big purchase just days after it unveiled plans to demolish three shut…
Scientific Games was named the primary instant games partner for Loto-Québec
SCIENTIFIC GAMES NAMED LOTO-QUÉBEC PRIMARY INSTANT GAMES PARTNER
50-year History of Games Produced at Company's Canadian Facilit…
International Game Technology PLC (IGT) announced today that it reinforced its global lottery industry leadership by being named Lottery Supplier of the Year
LONDON, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT) ("IGT") announced today that it reinforced its global l…
Idaho Lottery Celebrates One-Third of a Century, Returning Record Dividend to People of Idaho
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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The AGEM Index fell in June 2022 by 71.71 points to 811.39, an 8.1 percent decline from the previous month
June 2022 The AGEM Index fell in June 2022 by 71.71 points to 811.39, an 8.1 percent decline from the previous month. Compared to one ye…
Michigan internet gaming and sports betting operators report combined $136.9 million June total gross receipts
Detroit, July 19, 2022 - Michigan commercial and tribal operators in June reported a combined $136.9 million total gross internet receipts…
Pennsylvania casinos reach new $5 billion record for gambling revenue
HARRISBURG, Pa. - Casinos and other operators in Pennsylvania set a new annual record for gambling revenue, state regulators said Tuesday…
National Conference on Gambling Addiction and Responsible Gambling Comes to Boston July 20-23, 2022
National Conference on Gambling Addiction and Responsible Gambling Comes to Boston July 20-23, 2022
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MASS LOTTERY TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL LOTTERY WEEK JULY 17-23
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Camelot, the operator of the National Lottery has been named the winner of the All-Party Parliamentary Corporate Responsibility Group’s (APCRG) Responsible Business Champion Award
19 July 2022
CAMELOT WINS ALL-PARTY PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY GROUP’S RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS CHAMPION AWARD
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Tennessee Lottery adds third drawing to LOTTO AMERICA
LOTTERY ADDS THIRD DRAWING TO LOTTO AMERICA NASHVILLE—Three cheers for the addition of a third drawing to the popular multi-state game Lo…
UK will not ban video games loot boxes despite problem gambling findings
UK will not ban video games loot boxes despite problem gambling findings
UK will not ban video games loot boxes despite problem gambling f…