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Arkansas State lottery revenue up $8.7M in August

Asked about what drove the substantial increase in total revenue, lottery Director Eric Hagler said many factors impact lottery sales, but it's impossible to ignore the effects of the covid-19 pandemic. "Entertainment options are limited in the current social environment, and we believe sales of lottery game tickets has been viewed as an enjoyable venue for entertainment," he said in a written st…

State lottery launches ticket supporting Alzheimer’s Association Illinois

“Many people don’t know that the Illinois Lottery helps fund several organizations throughout the year by launching specialty tickets,” Illinois Lottery Acting Director Harold Mays said. “This September, we’re thrilled to be partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois for the first time to help enable the impactful work they do in Alzheimer’s care and awareness.”

Louisiana Lottery launches two New Orleans Saints branded scratch-off games

"These game names, marking the 12th in our partnership with the New Orleans Saints, truly reflect how we all feel about our team right now," said Lottery President and CEO, Rose Hudson. "The Saints have always had a way of uniting us as Louisianians and that hasn't changed even under these trying circumstances."   "With so many changes anticipated for the upcoming season, it's great to know fans…
September 9, 2020

SCIENTIFIC GAMES BREAKS NEW GROUND IN EUROPE WITH SAXONY, GERMANY PILOT OF ADVANCED LOTTERY INSTANT TICKET VENDING TECHNOLOGY

SCIENTIFIC GAMES BREAKS NEW GROUND IN EUROPE WITH SAXONY, GERMANY PILOT OF ADVANCED LOTTERY INSTANT TICKET VENDING TECHNOLOGY Saxony Retai…
September 8, 2020

DICK CLARK PRODUCTIONS AND POWERBALL RENEW “POWERBALL FIRST MILLIONAIRE OF THE YEAR” PARTNERSHIP

 DICK CLARK PRODUCTIONS AND POWERBALL RENEW “POWERBALL FIRST MILLIONAIRE OF THE YEAR” PARTNERSHIP     $1 Million Drawing to be Broadcast…
September 6, 2020

With casinos closed by COVID-19, B.C. Lottery Corporation misses budget by $59M

As expected, the B.C. Lottery Corporation’s (BCLC) revenues are down, due in large part to COVID-19. The lottery corporation this week rel…
September 6, 2020

New Mexico Lottery highlights new, exciting promotion

WATCH Wendy Ahlm, Director of Advertising and Marketing for the New Mexico Lottery discusses two new, exciting promotions for the New Mexic…
September 6, 2020

New Connecticut Lottery Games Already Have $6 Million In Sales

A series of new CT Lottery games has had a stellar beginning. CONNECTICUT — The CT Lottery's new Fast Play "Jumbo Bucks" Progressive Jackp…
August 31, 2020

INTRALOT, Inc. Congratulates the Idaho Lottery for their Contribution to the State of Idaho

August 31st , 2020 INTRALOT is pleased to announce that its U.S. subsidiary, INTRALOT, Inc., would like to congratulate our partners at th…
August 31, 2020

UK National Lottery Details Licensing Process, Winner to Be Announced in 2021

UK National Lottery license cage match officially underway The UK’s gambling regulator has formally opened the competition to operate the…
August 31, 2020

Florida Lottery Launches New Mobile App

TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami) — If you’ve ever played the Florida Lottery and didn’t feel like going to the store to see if you actually won anyth…
August 31, 2020

West Virginia Lottery Earns Excellence in Financial Reporting Award for 23rd Consecutive Year

WEST VIRGINIA LOTTERY NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 31, 2020   West Virginia Lottery Earns Excellence in Financial Reporting Award…
August 28, 2020

Camelot unveils 'Big September' for The National Lottery and change to Lotto

CAMELOT UNVEILS ‘BIG SEPTEMBER’ FOR THE NATIONAL LOTTERY, WHILE UPCOMING CHANGE TO LOTTO WILL SEE MILLIONS WINNING A FIVER   – Three spec…
August 27, 2020

Connecticut Lottery Corporation Returns $348 Million to Connecticut General Fund in Fiscal Year

Tara Chozet via mediaoutreach.meltwater.com  Release Date:  August 27, 2020 Contact:  Tara Chozet, (860) 713-2696 Fax: (860) 713-2695…
August 25, 2020

Maryland Lottery and Casinos Contributed More Than $1.1 Billion to the State of Maryland in FY2020

For immediate release August 25, 2020   Contact: Carole Bober Gentry 410-230-8725 (office) 410-365-6384 (cell) carole.gentry@marylan…
August 24, 2020

Kentucky Lottery Sales Continue Strong Showing

LOTTERY SALES CONTINUE STRONG SHOWING In Friday's meeting of the Kentucky Lottery Corporation's board of directors, it was announced sales…
August 23, 2020

LOTTO Rheinland-Pflaz presents successful results for 2019

LOTTO RHEINLAND-PFALZ PRESENTS SUCCESSFUL RESULTS FOR 2019 • Total turnover of 375.6 million euros • 668,000 euros annual surplus • 224 mi…
August 23, 2020

Veikkaus' profit to decrease by an estimated 300 million euros due to the coronavirus this year

For Veikkaus, the period between January and June was exceptional and challenging in terms of business. The slot machines were kept closed…
August 23, 2020

International Game Technology to Continue as Gaming Systems Provider for the Nebraska Lottery

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Neil Watson Phone: (402) 471-6120 Mobile: (402) 560-4580 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   International Game Te…
August 20, 2020

IWG and New Hampshire Lottery Launch Integrated e-Instant Games

  IWG and New Hampshire Lottery Launch Integrated e-Instant Games Collaboration with Scientific Games produces linked digital and printed…
August 19, 2020

Missouri Lottery Awards Three-Year Contract Extension to Diamond Game - A Pollard Banknote Company

WINNIPEG, MB, Aug. 19, 2020 /CNW/ - Pollard Banknote Limited (TSX: PBL) ("Pollard Banknote") is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, Di…
August 18, 2020

TEXAS LOTTERY AND DALLAS COWBOYS KICK OFF 2020 SEASON WITH NEW SCRATCH TICKET GAME AND SECOND-CHANCE DRAWINGS

(AUSTIN) – While the upcoming football season may have a different look than previous years, the same great partnership between the Texas L…
August 18, 2020

NASPL is pleased to announce the following appointments to the NASPL Executive Committee

Congratulations to all our committee members! Executive Committee NASPL President Angela Wong Director Montana NASPL     First…
August 17, 2020

Idaho Lottery Awards Five-Year Contract Extension to International Gamco--A Pollard Banknote Company

WINNIPEG, MB, Aug. 17, 2020 /CNW/ - Pollard Banknote Limited (TSX: PBL) ("Pollard Banknote") is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, Po…
August 16, 2020

Pennsylvania Gaming Review: Tracks losing by a nose, online lottery success, new casino app

The Pennsylvania Lottery has done well despite shutdowns at retailers, thanks to online sales. There’s a new online casino app this week f…