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What does it mean to be a “Lottery” in 2026 and beyond?
Moderator: Khalid Jones, Former Executive Director, Virginia Lottery and Lead of the Mega Millions Consortium Panelists: Blake Goldman, Vi…
By Karri Paavilainen, Brightstar Lottery 'Rethinking the Player Lifecycle: Starting with the Anonymous User'
Karri Paavilainen, Vice President of Player Marketing Services, Brightstar Lottery
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By Helena Pereira, Szrek2Solutions 'Cloud Speed, Proven Integrity'
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The AGA believes the popularity of prediction markets, and sports event contracts, are to blame for the Sports Betting handle plateau
The American Gaming Association is estimating a flat NFL sports betting handle for 2026 season, the first season predicted to have no growt…
Veikkaus January–June 2026: strong growth in digital channels
Veikkaus' first year has progressed positively and in line with our expectations: we are back on the path of growth. It is great to see tha…
Allwyn H1 2026 Condensed consolidated interim financial statements
Allwyn AG has published on its website the Financial Report for the six months ended 30 June 2026.
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Louisiana Lottery Corporation Celebrates 35 Years of Reasons to Smile
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PGRI LOTTERY EXPO NASHVILLE October 20-22, 2026
Tuesday Oct. 20 – Opening Night Reception (5:00 pm- 7pm on the rooftop of the Graduate Hotel in the "White Limozeen") Wednesday Oct. 21 –…
TEXAS LOTTERY INTRODUCES NEW LUCKY 7 SCRATCH TICKET FAMILY WITH OVER $366 MILLION IN TOTAL PRIZES
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TEXAS LOTTERY INTRODUCES NEW LUCKY 7 SCRATCH TIC…
URGENT ACTION REQUESTED: Tribal Amicus Brief in Flaherty v. KalshiEx, LLC
The Indian Gaming Association (IGA), National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), and Washington Indian Gaming Association (WIGA) are…
Delaware Tightens Grip on Sweepstakes Casinos as More Operators Leave the State
Delaware has tightened its grip on sweepstakes casinos, pushing more operators out of the state as regulators enforce existing gambling law…
Danske Spil marks lotteries, igaming progress in H1
Danish gambling operator provides a trading update for the first half of the year.
Denmark’s state-owned gambling operator Danske Spil cou…
Hong Kong Jockey Club contributes record $5 billion to the community despite mounting challenges
The Hong Kong Jockey Club contributed HK$39.3 billion ($5 billion) to the community in the financial year ended June 30th, 2026 (FY2025/26)…
Lottery Corporation secures A$800m in inaugural AMTN deal to bolster funding flexibility
The Lottery Corporation has priced A$800 million in senior unsecured Australian Medium Term Notes via its subsidiary L&K Finance, split…
Scientific Games' New Scratch Connect Product Sees 40% of Ohio Players Click to Engage Again After Online Play
Scratch Connect Delivers Digitally as 90% of Players Complete Connected Retail-to-Online Experience
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Louisiana Laying Foundation for Fixed-Odds Horse Racing via Online Sportsbooks
The dream of letting Louisiana’s sports bettors parlay pigskin with ponies is inching closer to reality.
Members of the Louisiana Gaming C…
Michigan AG secures injunction against Kalshi's sports contracts
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has secured a preliminary injunction against Kalshi, barring the prediction market company from offer…
New NFL-inspired multi-state lottery game announced by the West Virginia Lottery
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The West Virginia Lottery announced a new multi-state lottery game with fall and football season in mind.
Accordin…
Pennsylvania lawmaker proposes legalising and taxing skill games
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker has proposed legislation to legalise and regulate skill games before a court-imposed deadline would make the…
New Jersey asks U.S. Supreme Court to settle prediction market oversight
New Jersey has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to decide whether states or the federal government have authority to regulate prediction market…
Arizona: Ninth Circuit ruling backs state authority over Kalshi sports contracts, but election dispute remains
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is reviewing a federal appeals court ruling that strengthens states’ ability to regulate sports-related…
Italy's Lottomatica to buy Spain's CIRSA to create Blackstone-backed betting giant
All-share deal to create second-largest listed gaming firm
Blackstone to become largest investor in joint group
Combined company target…
France's gambling regulator issues new fraud guidance for operators
The Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) has published a guide instructing licensed gambling operators on how to identify and respond to playe…
The SEC Should Not Approve ETFs that are Designed for Gambling
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Benjamin Schiffrin, Director of Securities Policy for Better Markets, issued the following statement on the filing of Bet…
Young Kalshi users have traded an estimated $3.9B on sports and parlay-type contracts this year, exposing a loophole that lets them bet before age 21
Kalshi users as young as 18 are now responsible for billions of dollars worth of trading activity on sports that critics say amounts to a l…
Virginia Lottery releases July 2026 sports wagering activity report
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The Virginia Lottery today released its report on sports wagering activity submitted by licensed operators for the month…
Nederlandse Loterij moves to shut down illegal Skyhills platform following Lalabet victory
After success in lawsuit against Lalabet
Rijswijk,September 1, 2026
Nederlandse Loterij has ordered the operators and d…
Bally’s Intralot announcement of the Financial Results for the six-month period ended June 30th , 2026.
BALLY’S INTRALOT FINANCIAL RESULTS 1H 2026
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Athens, Greece - August 31, 2026 – Bally’s Intralot (RIC: BY…
PGRI LOTTERY INDUSTRY HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2026
UPDATE *The ceremony to induct the US Honorees will be held at PGRI LOTTERY EXPO NASHVILLE 2026 Wednesday October 21, 2026 (4:15pm) in the…
UK National Lottery celebrates the debut of its new Lotto and Powerball games
The weather hasn’t been the only thing turning up the heat this summer. While the UK has been enjoying one of its hottest summers in recent…
Crypto, AI and Betting Firms Drive Record 2026 Midterm Spending
The biggest corporate donors shaping the 2026 midterm elections are no longer limited to Wall Street, oil companies or pharmaceutical giant…
Gaming attorneys criticize CFTC’s ‘contemptuous’ defiance of court orders
Speaking on the Indian Gaming Association’s ‘The New Normal’ webcast on Wednesday, two gaming attorneys agreed that the Commodity Futures T…
Kalshi’s 18- to 21-Year-Old Users Trade $5.4B as Betting Age Fight Grows
State of Play’s TL;DR
U.S. residents 18 to 21 have traded more than $5 billion on Kalshi this year.
The prediction market firm says 18-…
Ninth Circuit Ruling Against Kalshi Sets Stage For Supreme Court Showdown
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Friday ruled against Kalshi, saying that states can ban the prediction market’s sports even…
Canadian securities and investment regulators: 'Event contracts based on sports- or entertainment-related activities or outcomes should not be regulated within securities and derivatives legislation'
Canadian Gaming Association welcomes the guidance which confirms sports wagering belongs within provincial gaming regulation
The Canadian…
Nationwide: Betting, Prediction Markets Sap Wealth-Building
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Nationwide says prediction markets and sports betting pull capital away from traditional investing
Betting and investing bot…
Canadian Regulators Shut Door on Sports Prediction Contracts
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CSA and CIRO will not regulate sports and entertainment event contracts under securities legislation
The decision separates…
Powerball and the NFL Team Up for the Launch of Powerball Xs & Os
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Powerball and the NFL Team Up for the Launch of Powerball Xs & Os™
New weekly draw game combines the exci…
Scientific Games' Multi-State SG Signature Linked Game -It's Go Time for the GAME SHOW EXPERIENCE
13 U.S. Lotteries Begin Launching Omnichannel Games, GAME SHOW EXPERIENCE Winners' Event in L.A. Coming in 2027 with up to $10 Million up f…
W.Va. Lottery Commission approval clears way for new Greenbrier joint venture with Justice family
CHARLESTON - A deal between the family of U.S. Sen. Jim Justice and New York-based financial firm Kennedy Lewis Investment Management for t…
Allwyn Q2 Revenue Surges 27% to €1.25B as PrizePicks and Europe Drive Growth
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Allwyn Q2 net revenue up 27% to €1.25B ($1.46B); adjusted EBITDA rises 29% to €458M ($533M)
PrizePicks integration drives he…
Connecticut seeking court injunction to block Kalshi
State government is suing the prediction market platform to protect minors and prevent problem gambling
The state of Connecticut is suing…
Jumbo Interactive sees full year revenue grow to A$193.6 million
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Australia: New South Wales government to mandate facial recognition in gaming rooms from 2028
The New South Wales government will introduce mandatory facial recognition technology at gaming room entrances from 2028 and establish a st…
A Sizzling Summer of Winners for The National Lottery
A Sizzling Summer of Winners for The National Lottery
New Lotto has created 56 millionaires since launching on 10 June, compared to 3…
IWG and the Michigan Lottery Sign New Six-Year Contract
Partnership extended through July 2032
August 25, 2026: Instant Win Gaming (IWG), a leading supplier of eInstant games to NASPL and WLA-me…
Former NJ Governor Chris Christie predicts Supreme Court showdown over U.S. prediction markets
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said the growing legal fight over prediction markets is likely to reach the U.S. Supreme Court, as st…
GLI gains approval to certify gaming products for Uzbekistan's regulated market
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has been officially listed by Uzbekistan's National Agency of Perspective Projects (NAPP) among the…
UK National Lottery celebrates £3bn generated for Good Causes
Good Causes funding raised by the National Lottery and the Co-op supermarket chain since 1994 have reached £3bn.
To celebrate, fourth Nati…
New Jersey Lottery announces partnership with Jon Bon Jovi
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The New Jersey Lottery announced its newest partnership with New Jersey legend and global rock icon Jon Bon Jovi, includ…
Prize Claim Threshold Increased at Michigan Lottery Retailers and Self-Serve Lottery Machines
The Michigan Lottery is making it easier than ever for players to cash tickets with an increase to the prize claim threshold at all Lottery…
Connecticut Lottery launches digital ticket sales and new website
Connecticut Lottery has officially launched its revamped website.
The website now features a new side bar where players can check their wi…
Federal Prediction Market Bills Introduced in 2026: What They Would Do
Bills Regulating Prediction Markets
S. 4060 — Prediction Markets Security and Integrity Act
Sponsors: Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and…
Better Markets questions CFTC’s crypto industry ties
(PRESS RELEASE) -- Benjamin Schiffrin, Director of Securities Policy for Better Markets, issued the following statement in connection with…
Harry Boon set to retire from The Lottery Corporation Board
Former Tatts Group and Tabcorp chairman set to retire after the company’s AGM in October
The Lottery Corporation has confirmed that Harry…
Panel Discussion: 'New Directions: How might Lottery Gaming change over the next five years? '
Left to right: Moderator: Sarah Taylor Panelists: Michelle Carney, Mike Cardell, Julin Shaw, Rich Wheeler and Lester Elder
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SCENES FROM EL INDUSTRY DAYS CONFERENCE IN MARRAKECH, JUNE 2026
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Veikkaus names Chris Armes as Executive Vice President, Gaming Technologies
Veikkaus has appointed Chris Armes as its new Executive Vice President, Gaming Technologies and a member of Veikkaus’ Executive Team. Armes…
The Lottery Corporation 2026 full-year financial results
The Lottery Corporation Limited (ASX: TLC) announces its results for the full year ended 30 June 2026 (FY26). FY26 Results Overview
• Res…
Hoosier Lottery to send estimated $350M surplus to state coffers
The Hoosier Lottery had nearly $1.7 billion in sales last fiscal year and will send almost $350 million back to state coffers, according to…
Hawaii Working Group Reviews Delaware Lottery, Online Casino Model as State Weighs Options
Hawaii’s Tourism and Gaming Working Group examined lottery and online gaming models, including Delaware’s state-run approach
State of Play…
Connecticut Judge Says CFTC Cannot Override Court, Denies Kalshi Injunction
The CFTC “lacks the authority to dictate an order that conflicts with this Court’s decision,” according to the denial.
A Connecticut judge…
TEXAS LOTTERY AND HOUSTON TEXANS TEAM UP WITH NEW SCRATCH TICKET GAME FOR 2026 FOOTBALL SEASON
Players get a shot at instant cash prizes of up to $100,000 and legendary second-chance experiences; 18-year alliance has contributed $68.2…
Andria Vidler, Chief Executive Officer of National Lottery operator Allwyn UK, is stepping down from the position
Andria Vidler, Chief Executive Officer of National Lottery operator Allwyn UK, is stepping down from the position.
The executive has fille…
Michigan Lottery Launches Daily 5 Game
Michigan Lottery players will have the chance to level up their daily play and win up to $50,000 with the new Daily 5 game!
Daily 5 is sch…
Record Colorado Lottery sales give millions back to state
The Colorado Lottery has reported strong unaudited FY26 (October-September) results driven by record Scratch game sales.
Leadership expect…
Kalshi shuts down sports in Washington after court order
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) talked prediction markets in public and Novig continued its court offensive, but what else…
Phil Walker appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer of Allwyn Entertainment Limited (Allwyn UK) with effect from 7 September 2026
Phil Walker appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer of Allwyn
Since being formally awarded the Fourth National Lottery licence in Septe…
In Memoriam: Merkur Group Founder Paul Gauselmann Dies at 91
Paul Gauselmann, founder and longtime Chairman of the Board of Merkur Group, died Aug. 21 at the age of 91, shortly before his 92nd birthda…
Denmark blocks Polymarket over unlicensed gambling
Denmark has blocked prediction market platform Polymarket as part of a wider crackdown on unlicensed gambling websites.
Polymarket is one…
Allwyn and Co-op celebrate £3bn raised for National Lottery Good Causes with landmark ‘Because Of You’ campaign
Partnership thanks National Lottery players as Co-op members, customers and colleagues help generate £3bn for community projects across the…
QuinnBet (Gibraltar) Limited to pay £609,104 for regulatory failures
20 August 2026
An online gambling business is to pay £609,104 after a Commission investigation revealed anti-money laundering and social r…
ASL News Release: Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Transfers Second-Highest Scholarship Fund to Arkansas Division of Higher Education
Aug. 18, 2026
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Aug. 17, the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) held a check presentation to celebrate its $114.3 m…
Florida AG files complaints against sweepstakes casinos and leading payment processors
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Release Date Aug 19, 2026 Contact Communications Phone (850) 245-0150
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General James Uthmeier announce…
Opinion: Want to 233x your money? Why this new form of gambling is a dangerous trap
Last month it came out that a man named Gabriel Perez made more than $143,000 by predicting what Donald Trump would say in his speeches.
T…
Fewer U.S. Adults Say They Gamble
Among all major subgroups, reported participation in a range of gambling activities is lower
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Americans are significantl…
Inspired Announces General Counsel Transition
August 18, 2026
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NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inspired Entertainment, Inc. (“Inspired” or…
Bally’s Intralot Group ANNOUNCEMENT OF PRELIMINARY RESULTS for the six-month period ended June 30th, 2026
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BALLY’S INTRALOT PRELIMINARY RESULTS 1H2026
Athens, Greece - August 17, 2026 – Bally’s Intralot (RIC…
The DC Lottery is proud to partner with the Washington Commanders to give fans even more reasons to celebrate
Players can win cash, official Commanders’ gear, VIP game-day experiences and 2027 season tickets
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Football season is…
Public Gaming International Magazine July/August 2026
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Veikkaus appoints Chris Armes as Executive Vice President, Gaming Technologies
Veikkaus has appointed Chris Armes as its new Executive Vice President, Gaming Technologies and a member of Veikkaus’ Executive Team. Armes…
WV Lottery offers mixed solution to keep Greenbrier casino open
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — The West Virginia Lottery has offered an alternative to the proposals from Sen. Jim Justice (R-West Virginia)’s…
Is It Gambling or Not? IRS Urges Public to Stick With State-Licensed Betting Platforms
The line between gambling and investing has never been murkier, with federally regulated prediction markets increasingly resembling sportsb…
Latest Powerball Jackpot Run Delivers Millions to New York
New York Powerball ticket sales generated more than $43 million in aid to education, $7.5 million for retailers
New Yorkers win more tha…
NYC Council to investigate advertising practices of leading prediction markets
New York City’s legislative body to assess the need for new legislation to protect consumers from “deceptive and predatory” marketing pract…
Virginia Lottery delivers record sales of $6.36 billion in FY26
Record-breaking online lottery sales take Virginia Lottery to new heights
The Virginia Lottery has generated record annual lottery sales o…
Nevada Council On Problem Gambling Ends Affiliation with the National Council on Problem Gambling’s (NCPG) Over Kalshi Deal
Nevada Council On Problem Gambling Says Goals No Longer Aligned With National Council
The National Council on Problem Gambling’s (NCPG) de…
Colorado Becomes Latest State To Tighten Sports Betting Rules
Restrictions on Marketing, Deposit Frequency Included In New Law
The trend toward states banning the use of credit cards for online gaming…
Scientific Games' Advanced Technologies Will Modernize Retail Sales and Operations for Western Canada Lottery Corporation
Company's WAVE POS Terminals and PlayCentral Self-Service Kiosks Headline Suite of New Tech Coming to WCLC Retailers
ATLANTA, Aug. 13, 202…
National Lottery launches biggest jackpot for Scratchcard games
National Lottery operator Allwyn is preparing its retail partners for the fantastic sales opportunity with the brand-new ‘When It’s Gold Ou…
Allwyn appoints Xenia Olajošová as Group Media Director
Allwyn has appointed Xénia Olajošová as Group Media Director. She will be responsible for developing the group’s global media strategy and…
Baltimore sues Polymarket over illegal sports betting
The City of Baltimore and its mayor, Brendan Scott, filed lawsuits against Ploymarket over allegations that the companies violated local ga…
Kalshi ordered to block Washington bets
Washington residents will soon be restricted from placing wagers on sports, politics and entertainment on Kalshi, an internet gambling site…