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West Virginia Online Poker Launch Delayed, Expected Late 2024
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West Virginia players will have to continue to wait patiently for online poker
West Virginia signed the MSIGA in Nov 2023 but…
Veikkaus signs up with Viaplay Group
Finnish monopoly operator Veikkaus has signed a multi-year partnership with Viaplay Group.
The deal will aim to offer customers “an even m…
Norsk Tipping hires new director of customer engagement
Norwegian monopoly operator Norsk Tipping has appointed Roger Soleim as its new director of customer engagement.
Soleim, who joined the co…
Nongaming Amenities Critical to Attracting Millennials, Hard Rock Leads
Nongaming amenities, new research finds, are critical to luring millennials and Gen Z resort guests.
Nongaming Amenities Critical to Attra…
The media planning and advertising strategy of the UK National Lottery will be led by Omnicom Group subsidiary Hearts & Science
Lucy Buckley, CCO of Allwyn UK, said: “Lotto is the heart and soul of the National Lottery. As we take on the treasured institution that i…
Florida: After billionaires come out in opposition, this casino bill was withdrawn from agenda
TALLAHASSEE — A push to advance legislation that could bring a casino to the Fontainebleau Resort in Miami Beach appeared to be on life sup…
IGT Signs 12-Year Contract Extension with UAB Perlas Network in Lithuania to Deploy Upgraded Central System Software
LONDON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) today announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global S…
Scientific Games and Allwyn Move Bold Plans Forward for UK National Lottery
“We commend Allwyn on its vision for growing The National Lottery and substantially increasing returns to National Lottery-funded projects…
Ohio’s casinos, racinos break revenue record for 10th time in 11 years
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Ohio’s casinos and racinos have, again, broken their yearly record for revenue, doing so for the 10th time in 11 years…
Virginia considers a major expansion of gambling by legalizing 'skill games'
Dueling Virginia legislative proposals backed by different gambling companies would open the door for an expansion of slot-like betting mac…
Sands, Wynn Among Fortune’s Most Admired Companies
Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) and Wynn Resorts (NASDAQ: WYNN) again made appearances on Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list.
The 2…
New Georgia sports betting bill passes senate, but faces hurdle in the House
A sports betting bill passed the Georgia Senate on Thursday, but an additional change poses a potential roadblock as the bill now moves to…
AGA to Host State of the Industry Presentation, Release Report on Record-Breaking 2023 Commercial Gaming Revenue
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mkodo – A Pollard Banknote Company – Shortlisted At The 2024 International Gaming Awards
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, February 1, 2024 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) is pleased to announce that its subsid…
RFP: OHIO Lottery Central Monitoring System RFP (SRC0000016148) - Lot : 1 / Round : 1
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Online Sports Betting Bill Advances in Mississippi House
Online sports betting could become legal in Mississippi after a bill advanced in the Legislature as analysts say consumer demand continues…
$7B wagered in first year of Ohio sports gambling, almost tripling estimates
In the first year of legal sports gambling in Ohio, $7.7 billion in wagers were placed between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023. Accor…
Nevada casinos again shatter revenue record, bring in $15.5B in 2023
trip casinos had their most lucrative year at $8.9 billion. Also, Las Vegas visitation tops 40.8 million and Reid Airport sets passenger re…
Jackpocket launches online casino operations in New Jersey
A lottery platform is entering the New Jersey online casino market.
Jackpocket has launched its iGaming product, Jackpocket Casino, in New…
Sen. Ron Watson’s Maryland online casino bill, SB 603, was filed
The Maryland online casino bill industry proponents are most bullish about in 2024 is ready to roll.
Sen. Ron Watson’s Maryland online cas…
Mobile sports betting generated $862M for NY in 2nd year
ALBANY — Two years of mobile sports wagering in New York has generated more than $1.55 billion in taxes for the state, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s…
NFL says Super Bowl viewers will only see 3 sports betting ads during broadcast of the game
Advertisements for sports betting continue to flood the airwaves, but the NFL said Tuesday that viewers will see only three such ads during…
What The NCLGS Can Model From Keystone State Online Casino Industry News
The National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) is forming a new committee that is going to help legislators legalize online…
BCLC Receives Highest Level of Certification for Player Health Programs
Vancouver, B.C., January 29, 2024 – BCLC has received the World Lottery Association’s (WLA) Level 4 certification, the highest level gra…
Flutter Off to Solid Start in NYSE Debut
Flutter Entertainment (NYSE: FLUT) is off to a decent start in its first day as a U.S.-listed stock.
In midday trading, shares of the FanD…
IGT Highlights Leadership Across Global Gaming Product and Solutions Portfolio at ICE London 2024
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LONDON, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today…
Kroger Sports Betting Kiosks Installed at 20 Grocery Store Locations in Ohio
The Cincinnati Business Courier reports that the Cincinnati-based supermarket chain has installed sports betting kiosks in 20 locations in…
IGT Wins Competitive Bid to Modernize Loto-Québec's Video Lottery Terminals Network
"For decades, Loto-Québec has looked to IGT to supply quality hardware and game content to our gaming establishments network. We are please…
Aristocrat Gaming™ Enters Québec Lottery Market
New video lottery hardware and games featuring player-favorite brands will soon be available LAS VEGAS (Jan. 25, 2024) – Today, Aristocra…
TEXAS LOTTERY COMMISSION’S GARY GRIEF ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT
TEXAS LOTTERY COMMISSION’S GARY GRIEF ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT
Agency’s executive director and longest-serving employee will retire at the end…
Scientific Games Announces Andrew Jackson as New Vice President of ESG
ATLANTA – January 25, 2023 – Scientific Games has named Andrew Jackson as the company’s Vice President of Environmental, Social and Governa…
IGT Achieves Highest-Possible MSCI ESG Rating of AAA
"IGT achieving the MSCI AAA ESG rating demonstrates our strong commitment to enhancing our company-wide sustainability results through our…
Ontario Lottery and Gaming (OLG) is thrilled once again to have been selected for Forbes’ prestigious list of Canada’s Best Employers
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“We are incredibly proud to be named to Forbes’ list for a third consecutive year. It means the journey we are on to build…
IGT Delivers Enhanced Solutions to Virginia Lottery
IGT Delivers Enhanced Solutions to Virginia Lottery
Company to upgrade central lottery system, replace 5,500 retail point-of-sale terminal…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Brings World-Class Compliance Solutions and Consultation to ICE 2024
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (January 24, 2024) – The global team from Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) will be on stand #N3-210 at ICE London 20…
Allwyn to expand National Lottery sales team and launch Lotto campaign
New National Lottery operator, Allwyn, has announced that it will be increasing the size of its retail sales team by 50% in the first month…
Elevating Play with Multidimensional, Omnichannel Games
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Championship Dreams Fueled by Collaboration between NASCAR and Powerball
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Panel Discussion Moderator: Stephanie Weyant, Deputy Executive Director, Marketing and Products at the Pennsylvania Lottery
Managing iLottery for Maximum Growth, Maximum Player Engagement and Maximum Complementarity with Other Channels Like Land-Based Retail
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Scientific Games 'READY SET PLAN'
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IGT: Taking Versatility to the Max
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RFP: Oregon State Lottery In-Counter Glass
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Sizing the illegal betting market -By Matthew Spinks, I.T., Data Analysis & Research Consultant
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With the growth of illegal betting, match-fixing, and corruption in sport, estimating the size of the ille…
INTRALOT announces extension of contract with La Marocaine Des Jeux et Des Sports for lottery games
NTRALOT announces the extension of the contract between INTRALOT Maroc, a subsidiary of the INTRALOT Group, and La Marocaine Des Jeux et de…
Tennessee Lottery marks 20 Years of Winning for Education
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January 19, 2024
LOTTERY MARKS 20 YEARS OF WINNING FOR EDUCATION
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More than $7.2 Billion Raised for Education…
EL Members contributed 22 billion euros back to Society in 2022
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Over 2022, the money contributed to society by all the members of the European Lotteries (EL) amount…
UAE to get only one national lottery operator?
The two popular raffle operators in the UAE have put their operations on hold from January 1, 2024
UAE (January 15, 2024) — Popular raffle…
Black Market Gambling Sites Fertile Ground for Money Laundering, Intelligence Agency Warns
Canada’s financial intelligence unit, FinTRAC, warns that criminals continue to launder dirty money through online gambling platforms, and…
Brazil's Ministry of Finance plans to launch the Sports Betting Secretariat by the end of January
Brazil's Ministry of Finance plans to launch the Sports Betting Secretariat by the end of January
By the end of January, Brazil's Ministry…
French casinos take aim at FDJ in letter to PM Attal
The key players in the French casino industry have urged the new Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to take aim at Française des Jeux (FDJ) for i…
Michigan Gaming Control Board sends cease-and-desist letters to US, international internet gaming companies due to illegal operations
DETROIT, Jan. 18, 2024 — As part of its continued, relentless efforts to halt illegal gaming operations in the state of Michigan, the Michi…
Maryland Online Casino Study Briefing Raises Concerns Over Cannibalization
A briefing of the Maryland online casino study presented Thursday in front of the House Ways and Means Committee brought up some of the cha…
IGT Supply Contract for UK National Lottery Operations Extended
IGT Supply Contract for UK National Lottery Operations Extended
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IGT to support Allwyn with…
Mississippi Lottery reaches $2bn in gross sales
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) has surpassed the $2bn mark in gross sales since it launched in 2019.
US.- The Mississippi Lotte…
SportChamps Fined Again for Flouting Gambling Ad Laws
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Online betting operator SportChamps has been fined $17,500 for inducing people to gamble an…
Sask Lotteries is Celebrating 50 Years as the Main Fundraiser for More Than 12,000 Sport, Culture and Recreation Groups in Communities Across Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan, Canada (January 20, 2024) — Through an agreement with the Government of Saskatchewan, proceeds from the sale of lottery prod…
Pennsylvania brings in record revenue from gambling in 2023
HARRISBURG, Pa. (KDKA) -- Pennsylvania brought in a record $5.7 billion in revenue from gambling in 2023.
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control…
Mississippi Sports Betting Dips in January Amid Mobile Option Debate
At a time when the state is considering a bill to legalize mobile wagering on sports, the latest retail Mississippi sports betting figures…
Chile: Concepción Lottery obtains maximum international certification in Responsible Gaming
After an arduous four-year process, Lotería de Concepción has achieved the highest international certification in Responsible Gaming, becom…
CIBELAE: Responsible Gaming: a conversation with Pedro Leitão from Santa Casa da Misericórdia in Lisbon
The Portuguese institution not only offers entertainment through its games, but also strives to ensure that this experience is safe and res…
The Lottery Corporation has named Doug McTaggart as its incoming Chairman
The news: The Lottery Corporation has named former Queensland Investment Corp CEO Doug McTaggart as its incoming Chairman.
The numbers: Mc…
Germany: LOTTO Thuringia Reports Another Increase in Sales in 2023
An increase in sales, product modifications and record-breaking profits.
The Thuringian State Lottery can look back on a positive…
Cedric Pietersz Joins Curacao Gambling Control Board as Managing Director
The Supervisory Board of the Curacao Gaming Control Board (GCB) has elected to appoint Cedric Pietersz (pictured) as its new Managing Direc…
South Carolina Lottery turned 22 on Sunday and is announcing proceeds raised for education have now exceeded $8 BILLION.
COLUMBIA, SC (January 10, 2024) – South Carolina’s students have 8 BILLION reasons to celebrate the Lottery’s birthday this year. The Lotte…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Promotes Ginnie Hollis and Samantha Powell to Vice President, Engineering
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (January 16, 2024) – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) announces the promotion of Ginnie Hollis and Samantha Powell t…
EveryMatrix has appointed former Croatian Lottery executive Nikolina Gabelica as Head of Lottery
Gabelica has joined the tier-1 technology software and services supplier with a remit to lead commercial and product strategy for World Lot…
The Florida Lottery announces the Xtreme Cash Bonus Play Promotion
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Germany - LOTTO Lower Saxony draws positive conclusions for 2023
LOTTO Lower Saxony draws positive conclusions for 2023
140 big wins, including 26 new millionaires
€858.3 million gaming stakes i…
BCLC Announces New Chief Social Purpose Officer and Vice President, Marketing
BCLC is pleased to welcome Natasha Questel as its new Chief Social Purpose Officer and Vice President, Marketing, effective January 22, 202…
South Carolina Lottery turns 22 and transfers $8 Billion to Education
COLUMBIA, SC (January 10, 2024) – South Carolina’s students have 8 BILLION reasons to celebrate the Lottery’s birthday this year. The Lotte…
RFP: California Lottery R002092 Qualitative Research Services
Qualitative Product Concept Research (Hispanic Market) - Qualitative research to test Lottery product/game concepts in the Hispanic (Englis…
The New York Lottery is dropping the new Xtreme Multiplier Series of Scratch-Off Games
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In January, the New York Lottery is dropping th…
Public Gaming International Magazine November/December 2023
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Belgium’s VAD urges changes to minimum betting age
A Belgian watchdog organization has asked for the age of legal gambling to be raised.
The Flemish Center of expertise on alcohol and other…
NFL in advanced talks with ESPN to acquire equity stake in network: Sources
News of the advanced talks between the NFL and ESPN was first reported by The New York Post. The report said discussions between the two en…
New York City: Midtown East residents oppose the $10 billion Freedom Plaza casino project
A measure proposed by New York City Mayor Eric Adams to bypass the standard city zoning approval rules for casinos is facing growing opposi…
Maryland: Senator Watson proposes revised online gaming bill with multi-state poker to address budget gaps
Maryland may potentially join the ranks of states legalizing online gaming, including poker, as Senator Ron Watson plans to introduce a bil…
Dutch Regulator KSA addresses violations in TV game show advertising
While sponsorship of television programs is currently permitted until 1 July 2024, stringent conditions must be adhered to.
The Dutch Gami…
Allwyn is making changes to its UK Board
Allwyn is making changes to its UK Board.
The operator will see Keith Mills step down from his position as Senior Independent Non-Executiv…
Alabama Rep. Andy Whitt: Lottery, gambling will be debated in the House
There will be a lottery and gambling bill debated in the Alabama House this year, one of its likely sponsors said Thursday. Exactly what th…
Thai Government plans digital shift for lottery sales
The Government Lottery Office (GLO), under the umbrella of the Finance Ministry, unveiled plans to transition from traditional lottery stal…
State Sen. Joseph Addabbo files 2024 bill to legalize icasino in New York, with 30.5% tax rate to fill state budget hole
State Sen. Joseph Addabbo delivered Thursday on his recent promise to introduce a new bill to legalize New York online casino gaming. Addab…
Tabcorp ordered to make most Victorian betting terminals cashless
Victoria’s gambling regulator, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC), has ordered racing and wagering giant Tabcorp…
RFI: Wisconsin Lottery Lottery Gaming System and Supporting Products and Services
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Lottery Gaming System and Supporting Products and Services for the Wisconsin Lottery
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WLA recertifies Texas Lottery Responsible Gaming at Level 3 Status
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Some Virginia Legislators Push To Undo Ban And Allow Skill Games
The future of skill games could be a hot topic of debate during the 2024 legislative session
A group of legislators and small businesses a…
Steve Parkinson joins The National Lottery as Brand and Marketing Director
Incoming National Lottery operator, Allwyn UK, today announced that Steve Parkinson has been appointed as its new Brand and Marketing Direc…
Arkansas’ 6-month lottery revenue hits $309.6M, up $6.6M from same point last fiscal year
Arkansas’ 6-month lottery revenue hits $309.6M, up $6.6M from same point last fiscal year
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COLOMBIA: Coljuegos enforces stricter regulations on gambling advertising
Coljuegos, the national gambling regulator in Colombia, has introduced stricter regulations on the promotion of gambling activities. These…
GERMANY: Schleswig-Holstein 254.7 Million Euros in Profits were distributed, including the highest profit in the company's history and throughout Germany in 2023
LOTTO SCHLESWIG-HOLSTEIN: ANNUAL BALANCE 2023
254.7 MILLION EUROS IN PROFITS WERE DISTRIBUTED, INCLUDING THE HIGHEST PROFIT IN THE COMPA…