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February 24, 2019

Two More American Football Leagues Considering Sports Betting

February 21, 2019

Scientific Games Reports Fourth Quarter Results and Full Year 2018 Results

Barry Cottle, CEO and President of Scientific Games, : said “This is a very exciting time for Scientific Games. We’re focused on developing the best games and the most innovative platforms to deliver outstanding gaming experiences wherever and whenever players choose to play. “We are building momentum and continuing to grow our business while at the same time operating more efficiently. The entir…

February 20, 2019

IGT Extends Agreement with the DC Lottery to Continue Providing Instant Ticket Games and Services

“IGT has worked closely with the DC Lottery on games that engage their player community, such as the game Lucky Pets,” said Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Lottery. “IGT is pleased to continue working with the DC Lottery, and we look forward to enhancing their instant ticket program with creative new content over the next year.”

February 20, 2019

Former lottery Director Terry Presta joins the ABACUS Solutions North American team

PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, February 2019 – former lottery Director Terry Presta joins the ABACUS Solutions North Ameri…

February 17, 2019

PGRITALKS.com Latest Videos

Latest Videos Lottery Industry Hall of Fame International Induction Ceremony Watch the ceremony here Luis Alberto Ga…

February 17, 2019

Gibson Dunn Team Sues Justice Department Over Reversal on Online Gambling

“The text, structure, and history of the Wire Act make clear that its prohibitions extend only to gambling on sporting events,” according t…

February 17, 2019

Norway Watchdog Bans Payments to Six Malta-Based Gambling Firms

The Norwegian Gaming Authority has banned transactions with six Malta-based gambling companies, which it says are operating “illegally” wit…

February 17, 2019

Cryptocurrency hackers Steal $2.5M While Chatting Through An Online Game

Hackers In Turkey Steal $2.5M While Chatting Through An Online Game Hackers in Turkey made away with $2.47 million worth of cryptocurrenc…

February 17, 2019

How long before big media companies become big sports-gambling companies?

Sooner than you think. But AT&T, which owns HBO, TNT, and CNN, says they won’t be taking your bets. Sports betting in the US used to b…

February 17, 2019

Seventy Operators Approved for Italian License

Italy is about to see the biggest expansion of its iGaming in years, after Agenzia della Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM), the country's state-s…

February 17, 2019

Substitute Sports Betting Bill Filed In Kentucky; Racing Commission Would Regulate

A Kentucky legislator testified Wednesday about the latest version of a sports gambling bill he's pushing, one that would tie in Daily Fant…

February 17, 2019

The Kansas Lottery announced the appointment of Timothy Graham as its new Deputy Executive Director

News Release PDF DATE: Wednesday, February 13, 2019 CONTACT: Courtney Ryan (785) 296-5708 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Kansas Lottery Anno…

February 17, 2019

Kentucky Lawmakers Question If Online Gambling Can Help Fund Pension System

FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18)– Can online gambling help Kentucky’s underfunded pension system? That’s a question lawmakers are thinking about as…

February 17, 2019

West Virginia's Del. Jason Barrett introduced the West Virginia Lottery Interactive Wagering Act, HB 2934, on Friday

West Virginia is going all in on gambling. Lawmakers in the state, led by Del. Jason Barrett, introduced the West Virginia Lottery Interact…

February 17, 2019

MGM Chief Criticizes DOJ's Online Gaming Opinion

In a quarterly earnings call Wednesday, MGM Resorts International chair and CEO Jim Murren was critical of a U.S. Justice Department opinio…

February 15, 2019

Idaho Lottery Kicks-off 30th Anniversary with Commemorative Scratch Game

Idaho Lottery Kicks-off 30th Anniversary with Commemorative Scratch Game BOISE, Idaho – The Idaho Lottery is commemorating thirty years of…

February 15, 2019

How loot boxes extract money from players

Scoring the most points or unlocking more exciting stages in a video game used to require practice and patience. Today, gamers can often sk…

February 15, 2019

New Hampshire sues over internet gambling opinionFiling a lawsuit in federal court, New Hampshire becomes the first state to challenge the U.S. Department of Justice legal opinion that threatens the rights of states to regulate gambling

The NH Lottery “seeks declaratory and injunctive relief against the defendants,” according to the complaint: NH Lottery v DOJ Barr Feb 15…

February 15, 2019

Veikkaus prepares for major changes in its operating environment, focusing on digital channels to compete with international competition

In 2018 Veikkaus managed to reach the previous year’s level in its financial result, despite toughening competition. The year was especiall…

February 15, 2019

The Jumbo Interactive Releases Half Year Report shows significant growth in all metrics

The Jumbo Interactive Limited Half Year Report has been released and is now available for download from our website. To view the Half Year…

February 15, 2019

RFP: MUSL to provide Software Audit and Certification of a Digital Draw System (DDS)

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February 14, 2019

Scientific Games Wins Bid to Power Turkey’s Sports Betting Operator

Scientific Games and a Turkish business conglomerate win the bid for the operation of Turkey’s state-owned sports betting brand A joint ve…

February 14, 2019

INTRALOT ANNOUNCEMENT ON SPORTOTO TENDER IN TURKEY

ANNOUNCEMENT ON SPORTOTO TENDER IN TURKEY February 14, 2019 INTRALOT informs the investor community that on 11/02/2019 we submitted thr…

February 14, 2019

Scientific Games Reschedules Investor Conference Call

Scientific Games to Reschedule Investor Conference Call on Thursday, February 21, 2019 to 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time LAS VEGAS, Fe…

February 13, 2019

Inspired Reports Results For The Three-Month Period Ended December 31, 2018

"As we complete our transition to a traditional calendar year reporting cycle, we're expecting good performance in the first quarter of 201…

February 13, 2019

Kambi Group plc Full Year and Q4 Report 2018: Best year ever

Kambi Group plc Full Year and Q4 Report 2018 Malta, 13 February 2019 Kambi Group plc Full Year and Q4 Report 2018 Financial summary…

February 13, 2019

IGT Expands its Senior Leadership Team

IGT Expands its Senior Leadership Team Bob Vincent to Become Chairperson of IGT Global Solutions Corporation; Wendy Montgomery Named Senio…

February 13, 2019

Kentucky: Bill introduced to legalize/regulate Online Poker And Sports Betting

HB 175 Would Legalize Online Poker And Sports Betting In Kentucky, Despite The State's Anti-Gaming History Kentucky doesn’t have a single…

February 13, 2019

Italy Awards Online Gambling Concessions

Italy Awards Online Gambling Concessions… Finally has finally granted the concessions for the provision of online gambling services in the…

February 13, 2019

If sports betting is available online, the Lottery must be available online also

BOSTON — While she is in the nation's capital this week, Treasurer Deborah Goldberg is planning to meet with members of the state's congre…

February 13, 2019

Gambling Industry Report Finds 95 Percent Growth In Mobile Transactions

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February 13, 2019

Louisiana Lottery selling Zatarain's scratch-off tickets

NEW ORLEANS – The Louisiana Lottery released this seasons newest scratch-off, hosted by Zatarain’s. For just two dollars, players can win…

February 13, 2019

West Virginia bill to allow new gambling location

WHEELING — Legislation that would allow Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack to establish a second gambling location in Ohio County is ou…

February 13, 2019

Bill introduced to legalize sports gambling in Washington tribal casinos

OLYMPIA, Wash. - Eight Washington state lawmakers have sponsored a bill that calls for professional and college sports wagering to be legal…

February 12, 2019

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Names Chris Kwon iGaming Client Services Representative

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Names Chris Kwon iGaming Client Services Representative LAS VEGAS, NV (February 11, 2019) – Gami…

February 10, 2019

Churchill Downs launches BetAmerica sports betting in New Jersey

(PRESS RELEASE) -- Churchill Downs Incorporated announced today that it launched its BetAmerica online real-money sports betting and online…

February 10, 2019

Turner Sports inks deal with Caesars for Bleacher Report betting content

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The broadcaster Turner Sports announced an agreement with casino operator Caesars Entertainment Corp on Thursday to de…

February 10, 2019

Tabcorp reportedly files complaint against Lottoland

Lottoland’s newest offering, ‘jackpot betting’, has drawn the ire of rival companies, with the company entering talks with the online betti…

February 10, 2019

NETHERLANDS – Minister hints to cooling off period for bad actors

NETHERLANDS – Minister hints to cooling off period for bad actors Netherlands February 8, 2019 by Richard van Schaik Today, the M…

February 10, 2019

U.S. State bills pending that relate to Lottery and sports betting

100% MO HB423 Intro Establishes the Missouri Video Lottery Control Act [Detail][Text][Discuss] 2019-02-07 To House Budget Commit…

February 10, 2019

The UK Gambling Commission brings in new rules to enhance safety and player protection for online gamblers

The Gambling Commission is bringing in new rules for online gaming firms to try to make gambling safer and fairer. Operators will need to…

February 7, 2019

RFP: Lottery and Sports Wagering Advisory Services - District of Columbia Office of the Chief Financial Officer CFOPD-19-R-019

The Office of Contracts within the District of Columbia Office of the Chief Financial Officer hereby gives notice of publication of a Reque…

February 7, 2019

Pennsylvania, N.J. officials ask feds to withdraw ‘deeply troubling’ online gaming rule

The attorneys general of New Jersey and Pennsylvania on Tuesday asked the U.S. Justice Department to withdraw a “deeply troubling” legal op…

February 7, 2019

IGT PlayShot Sports Betting Stats from Football's Big Game

February 7, 2019

Camelot Global announced its name change to Camelot Lottery Solutions

Camelot Global Changes to Camelot Lottery Solutions Camelot Unveils New Brand Identity and Company Name LONDON, UK --- February 4, 2018…

February 7, 2019

Maryland Casinos Generate 7.2% YoY increase in revenues

For immediate release February 5, 2019 Contact: Carole Bober Gentry 410-230-8725 (office) 410-365-6384 (cell) carole.gentry@maryland…

February 7, 2019

Intralot Signs Contract In Germany For The Delivery Of 550 Photon Terminals

LOTTO Hamburg GmbH, one of the German State Lotteries, has awarded INTRALOT Global Operations B.V. (hereinafter INTRALOT), a fully owned su…

February 7, 2019

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) to Provide Quality Assurance and Consulting Services to Lotto Hamburg in Connection with New Lottery System

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) to Provide Quality Assurance and Consulting Services to Lotto Hamburg in Connection with New Lotte…

February 7, 2019

AGEM Releases January 2019 Index

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO READ THIS INDEX Attached is the January 2019 Index from the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM). The…

February 7, 2019

Scientific Games Launches Digital Game Entertainment for National Lottery Bulgaria

Scientific Games Launches Digital Game Entertainment for National Lottery Bulgaria LAS VEGAS – February 07, 2019 – Scientific Games Corpor…

February 6, 2019

Dreamtouch Smart & Winstation30: The vending machines with the largest ticket capacity

INTRALOT introduces Dreamtouch Smart & Winstation30 the vending machines with the largest tickets’ capacity in the lottery industry. Th…

February 3, 2019

Current Legislation relating to Lottery, Casino, Sports Betting, Fantasy, Sports, Gambling, Racing

Match State Bill Status Summary/Title Last Action 100% VT H0046 Intro An…

February 1, 2019

INTRALOT announces new Board of Directors and Organizational Chart

February 1st, 2019 INTRALOT announces new Board of Directors and Organizational Chart INTRALOT SA announces the appointment of Messrs…

February 1, 2019

Sports Betting in 2019: Americans Overwhelmingly Support Legal Sports Betting

An overwhelming majority of Americans – 63 percent – support the U.S. Supreme Court decision to strike down the federal ban on sports betti…

February 1, 2019

Wire Act Opinion Could Strip Education, Social Services In Sports Betting States

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February 1, 2019

DC Lottery’s 2019 Black History Poster Celebrates Area Athletes Who Give Back to DC

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Nicole Jordan January 31, 2019 202-645-8968 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. DC Lottery’s 2019 Black History Poster C…

February 1, 2019

Super Bowl LIII Ad Tracker: All About the Big Game’s 2019 Commercials

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February 1, 2019

How a 46-Person Agency Managed to Create 3 of the Year’s Biggest Super Bowl Ads

How a 46-Person Agency Managed to Create 3 of the Year’s Biggest Super Bowl Ads WATCH ALL THE ADS at this LINK Budweiser, Devour and Burg…

February 1, 2019

Netherlands: 5 February 2019 – D-Day Remote Gambling Act

Only a few more days to go: on 5 February 2019, there will be the final vote in the Dutch Senate on the introduction of the Remote Gambling…

February 1, 2019

Want to bet on the Super Bowl? A suspicious amount of online gambling takes place near state lines

Almost a year after a landmark Supreme Court decision, most would-be online gamblers are still out of luck In a sports bar in Hoboken, N.J…

February 1, 2019

New York State Gaming Commission Conditionally Approves Proposed Sports Wagering Regulations

On January 28, 2019, the New York State Gaming Commission (“Commission”) voted to conditionally approve proposed sports wagering regulation…

February 1, 2019

Oregon Lottery places bet on sports gambling for next NFL season

SALEM, Ore — The Oregon Lottery is looking to kick off next football season by allowing people to bet on sports games through a phone app…

February 1, 2019

Online gambling operators in Norway establish new association

The online gambling operators in Norway have formed a new association to press the government to rethink its restrictive gambling policy…

February 1, 2019

Mississippi Gaming Commission Unanimously Approves Proposed Long Beach Casino Site

The Mississippi coast’s 13th casino — and the first in the City of Long Beach — moved one step closer to becoming reality when the State Ga…

February 1, 2019

New Caixa president promises FEBRALOT that lotteries will not be privatized

Pedro Guimaraes met for the first time since presiding the Caixa Economica Federal with the lottery of the whole country represented by sta…

February 1, 2019

GLMS: Ensuring sports integrity globally

The increasing popularity of sports betting and the rapid advance of online technology provide new opportunities for state lotteries, but a…

February 1, 2019

House passes bill to allow some lottery winners to remain anonymous

The House of Delegates unanimously passed a bill that would allow lottery winners earning more than $10 million to avoid disclosing their i…

February 1, 2019

Denmark considers gambling advertising ban during live sport

Director of Danske Spil, Niels Folmann, has called for a UK-style gambling advertising ban during live sports to be introduced in Denmark…

February 1, 2019

Gambling Back On in Slovakia as Parliament Overrules President

30-second summary President Andrej Kiska had previously passed a veto to block a new gambling law Legislators had been campaigning to o…

February 1, 2019

Australia: NSW Govt bets on tech to solve problem gambling

Grants of up to $400,000 for 'innovative solutions to gambling-related problems' The NSW Government is offering grants of up to $400,000 f…

January 31, 2019

Scientific Games and Princess Cruises Award Grand Prize in $200,000 Monopoly Cruise For Cash Promotion

Scientific Games and Princess Cruises Award Grand Prize in $200,000 Monopoly Cruise For Cash Promotion Winner Awarded $100,000 in Grand…

January 31, 2019

Abacus is pleased to report that through the use of the Abacus Fusion Platform® its Dutch client Nederlandse Loterij (NLO) has further expanded its in-lane sales network in The Netherlands, with the addition of the Dutch Drug Store ETOS

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, January 2019 - Abacus is pleased to report that through the use of the Abacus Fusion Platform…

January 31, 2019

iSoftBet set for Czech expansion with major Sazka deal -State lottery to integrate provider’s powerful GAP solution via NeoGames platform

iSoftBet set for Czech expansion with major Sazka deal State lottery to integrate provider’s powerful GAP solution via NeoGames platform…

January 30, 2019

RFP: Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL) is seeking a qualified Vendor to provide Randomness Certification of a Digital Draw System (DDS).

PLEASE READ THIS RFP HERE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL The Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL) is seeking a qualified Vendor to provide Ran…

January 30, 2019

Michigan Lottery Launches Endzone Payout -State Lottery first to go live with IWG and Inspired Entertainment-developed game

Michigan Lottery Launches Endzone Payout State Lottery first to go live with IWG and Inspired Entertainment-developed game JANUARY 30, 20…

January 30, 2019