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IT Intermediary Amendment Rules 2023 notified for online gaming industry
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April 12 2023
The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2023 (‘IT Int…
Colorado Lottery to give $75 million to Great Outdoors Colorado after reaching fiscal cap
PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) – The Colorado Lottery revenue for the 2023 fiscal year reached its funding cap for Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) and…
Arkansas Scholarship Lottery proceeds $8.2M in March; revenues total $54.2M
The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery in March raised more money for college scholarships than a year ago, even though the lottery's revenues sl…
JOB: North Carolina Education Lottery Chief Financial and Operations Officer - Raleigh [60088493]
Chief Financial and Operations Officer - Raleigh [60088493]
The Lottery seeks a seasoned CFO to help guide the organization’s day to day f…
NeoGames amends and extends Caesars Entertainment agreement
NeoGames amends and extends Caesars Entertainment agreement
April 12th, 2023: NeoGames S.A. (Nasdaq: NGMS) (“NeoGames” or the “Company”)…
Lotto America® Moves to Digital Drawings
For Immediate Release
April 10, 2023
Lotto America® Moves to Digital Drawings
Drawings to be performed on digital draw system starting n…
Arizona Lottery Partners With Atlas Experiences For Once-In-A-Lifetime Trip Prize
PHOENIX (April 10, 2023) – Arizona Lottery and Atlas Experiences, LLC have partnered to bring Arizona Lottery players a 7-day, 6-night Hawa…
Thank you for coming to PGRI Smart-Tech Miami Conference!
Well over 200 delegates convened for two days of provocative sessions, and lots of social time for conversation and side-bar meetings.
W…
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Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan Legislation Introduced
The Government of Saskatchewan has introduced legislation today to create Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan (LGS), a new commercial Crown c…
Forbes Billionaires List Has 28 Gaming Tycoons, Dr. Miriam Adelson is No. 1
Forbes released its annual “World’s Billionaires List” this week, and the global casino and gaming industries accounted for 28 of the 2,640…
India to require Facebook and Twitter rely on gov’t fact checking
India amended its IT law on Thursday to prohibit Facebook, Twitter and other social media firms from publishing, hosting or sharing false o…
Flutter Entertainment (The £26bn owner of Fanduel, SkyBet, Betfair, PaddyPower, Sisal, Pokerstars) focuses its future on the U.S.
Flutter Chairman Rumor Could Confirm US Stock Listing
Flutter Entertainment (OTC: PDYPY) is close to hiring a new chairman and that candid…
Maryland casinos generate $176.5 million in gaming revenue during March
Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $176,524,584 in revenue from slot machines and table games during March 2023. It is the fifth-b…
IGT gets 3-year extension to run Rhode Island Lottery’s sports betting app
The R.I. Lottery announced Thursday it has reached a three-year contract extension with International Game Technology PLC to run its sports…
Don't bet with ChatGPT – study shows language AIs often make irrational decisions
The past few years have seen an explosion of progress in large language model artificial intelligence systems that can do things like write…
ZEAL JOINs THE WORLD LOTTERY ASSOCIATION and receives permission to operate virtual slot games from the German Joint Gambling Authority of the Federal States
World Lottery Association (WLA) has decided to accept ZEAL as a member. The WLA is a world organization of state-licensed lotteries, sports…
South Carolina: Horse gambling passes House
It seemed like quite the longshot when this year started — a bill to expand gambling in conservative South Carolina sponsored by a Democrat…
Online poker provider Caesars opposes listing of poker cheaters
A bill that would require the Nevada Gaming Control Board to publish a list of poker players banned from playing online doesn’t have the su…
Germany: Record Year for LOTTO Hessen GmbH
6aus49, Eurojackpot and scratch cards most popular products/ Hessen win 410 million euros/ community benefits with 147 million euros/ manag…
Maryland Lottery recognizing legacy retailers during 50th anniversary
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Vodafone and Allwyn partner on digital upgrade for next National Lottery Licence
Vodafone and Allwyn UK have finalised an agreement to upgrade the technology underpinning the new UK National Lottery licence launching in…
INTRALOT, Inc. signs new Sports Betting Contract with British Columbia Lottery Corporatio
April 6, 2023 INTRALOT is pleased to announce that its U.S. subsidiary INTRALOT, Inc. has signed a 3-year contract, including an option of…
RFP: MUSL FINANCIAL / COMPLIANCE AUDIT
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MUSL FINANCIAL / COMPLIANCE AUDIT The Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL) is seeking…
China's lottery sales surge 86% in February
China's lottery ticket sales reached 41.81 billion yuan (about 6.08 billion U.S. dollars) in February, up 86 percent year on year, data fro…
Austria: A court in Carinthia agrees with the plaintiffs: Sony is violating the Austrian gambling monopoly with loot boxes in the FIFA soccer game
A court in Carinthia agrees with the plaintiffs: Sony is violating the Austrian gambling monopoly with loot boxes in the FIFA soccer game…
spillemyndigheden.dk: Denmark gambling revenue reaches DKK595m in January
The Danish Gambling Authority has previously published statistics on the Danish gambling market every quarter and in addition published sel…
Down but Not Out: Entain’s Gamble on the Resurgence of Unikrn
In today’s market, it’s hard enough to build and maintain a successful business, but it’s even more difficult to do so in an up-and-comin…
The Virginia Lottery Becomes the First Cloud-Based iLottery Program in the U.S.
LANSING, Michigan, April 4, 2023 /CNW/ – NeoPollard Interactive LLC (“NeoPollard Interactive” or “NPi”), jointly owned by Pollard Banknote…
BL Promos is celebrating its 48th Anniversary this month
Servicing the lottery & gaming industry, as well as, state agencies, and other organizations, throughout the USA, and Europe. BL Prom…
Allwyn planning to bid for majority stake in Irish lottery
Czech group looks to further expansion after winning the contract to operate UK’s national sweepstake
Allwyn, Europe’s biggest lottery gro…
Skill Games Makers, Operators Sue Kentucky for banning so-called "gray machines"
LOUISVILLE, Ky. Pace-O-Matic and other "skill game" companies are suing the state of Kentucky for banning so-called "gray machines."
Earl…
IGT’s Asher Receives White House Appointment
President Joe Biden has appointed IGT’s Joe Asher to chair the Board of Trustees for the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars…
NCPG Announces New Advisory Board Chair, Vice Chair
National Council on Problem Gambling Executive Director Keith Whyte recently announced Christopher Hebert, J.D., director of the Gaming Div…
Anita Vegter will be the latest Chairperson of Kansspelautoriteit’s advisory board
Taking effect immediately, the new appointee will be replacing Ronald Prins as the Chairperson of the regulator’s advisory board. Having wo…
Kentucky becomes the 38th state to legalize sports betting, effective in June
To add to the commonwealth’s record-breaking economic momentum, boost tourism and ensure more money stays in state, Gov. Andy Beshear today…
Pennsylvania Skill Games Legal Battle Heading To State’s Supreme Court
Pennsylvania skill games are going to the PA Supreme Court. Pace-O-Matic (POM), a manufacturer of skill game machines, is facing off agai…
Effort to create Nevada lottery picks up steam despite casino industry opposition
A legislative proposal allowing Nevada to operate a state lottery could slice into the revenue stream of Northern Nevada casino operator Tr…
Alec Esteban Thomson named the next Executive Director of the Arizona Lottery, beginning April 17, 2023.
PHOENIX (March 24, 2023) – The Arizona Lottery is pleased to welcome Governor Katie Hobbs’ appointment of Alec Esteban Thomson to serve as…
New Hampshire online casino bill approved in the Senate, now heads to House
Passing New Hampshire online casino legislation through the Senate wasn’t easy. But nothing involving online casino legislation has been ea…
Iowa Lottery sales continue on record pace through February
Iowa Lottery sales through February are up 16% compared to last year and are 57% above budget projections.
Lottery spokesperson Mary Neuba…
The Kentucky Senate gave final passage to, and Governor signed into law, a bill banning "gray machines"
The Kentucky Senate gave final passage Tuesday to a bill banning so-called "gray machines," the video games with cash payouts that have pro…
IGT Notice of 2023 Annual General Meeting and 2022 Annual Report and Accounts
LONDON – March 30, 2023 – International Game Technology PLC (“IGT”) (NYSE: IGT) today announced the posting of its Notice of the 2023 Annua…
EL Advertising Awards 2023 - Open for submissions!
The European Lotteries (EL) is proud to announce the opening of the submission period for the EL Advertising Awards 2023! The deadlin…
How a Popular Video Game Trait Can Trigger Gambling Problems
Loot boxes have become a lucrative new feature in video games—and they may be encouraging gambling habits in children and young adults.
A…
$50 scratch tickets fuel record-breaking month for Massachusetts Lottery
The Lottery's "Billion Dollar Extravaganza" game contributed to six straight weeks of instant ticket sales over $90 million, a weekly mark…
British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) joins United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports (ULIS)
British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) has joined United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports (ULIS) following the approval of the ULIS E…
NeoPollard Interactive announces addition of Pick 3 and Pick 4 to North Carolina Education Lottery’s online play
LANSING, Michigan, March 27, 2023 (CNW) – NeoPollard Interactive LLC (“NeoPollard Interactive” or “NPi”), jointly owned by Pollard Banknote…
Launch of adesso lottery portfolio for state lotteries in the USA and Canada
Market entry North America: Software and consulting for lotteries in USA and Canada WLA-certified IT service provider adesso goes to North…
Hoosier Lottery promotes Positive Play for Financial Literacy Month
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 30, 2023 – The Hoosier Lottery, recipient of World Lottery Association (WLA) Level 4 Certification through 202…
BCLC new ad campaign is urging gamblers to take a breather and make more responsible choices
The Crown corporation is urging gamblers to take a breather and make more responsible choices.
The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (B…
Kentucky Governor Beshear Signs Bills Legalizing Sports Betting
Beshear signed HB 551 legalizing sports betting in Kentucky.
“This was really a team effort,” primary sponsor Rep. Michael Merdith, R-Oak…
Entain's unikrn brand inks multi-year partnership with esports company BLAST
Online gaming giant Entain announced Wednesday that its esports betting unikrn has entered a multi-year global partnership with esports ent…
Pollard Banknote Celebrates 50 Years! Of Maryland Lottery Success
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, March 30, 2023 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) congratulates the Maryland Lottery (…
Powerball® Debuts New NASCAR® Playoff Promotion
Powerball® Debuts New NASCAR® Playoff Promotion
“Official Lottery Game of NASCAR” to Award $1 Million at Cup Series Championship Rac…
Aristocrat Gaming Selects Inspired Entertainment for Virtual Sports Offering Through National Football League (NFL) License
March 24, 2023 – Aristocrat Gaming™ announced today that they have chosen Inspired Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: INSE) as their partner to b…
New Updates to AGA Responsible Marketing Code for Sports Wagering Prohibit “Risk Free,” Enhance College-Aged Protections
AGA Members Continue to Raise Standard for Responsible Gaming
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March 28, 2023
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IGT White Paper offers guidance for lottery app submissions
There are many aspects to consider when developing an app, let alone specific requirements for the lottery industry.
In order to fac…
ITHUBA Group CEO, Charmaine Mabuza, has won the Businesswoman of the Year Award
JOHANNESBURG, March 27, 2023 – ITHUBA Group CEO, Charmaine Mabuza has once again shone in the business spotlight as an entrepreneur, as she…
INSPIRED ANNOUNCES CREDIT RATINGS UPGRADE
NEW YORK, March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Inspired Entertainment, Inc. ("Inspired" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: INSE), a leading B2B provide…
WLA Responsible Gaming Seminar: A Transformative Connection
From March 22 to 24, 2023, the international seminar ‘Responsible Gaming: A Transformative Connection’ was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazi…
Moving the Needle Now: Maximizing short-term results
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Ryan Mindell, Deputy Executive Director, Texas Lottery, was the perfect person to lead a panel focused on taking immed…
Premier Lotteries Ireland Partner With mkodo, A Pollard Banknote Company, To Launch Improved Lottery Website
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, March 22, 2023 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (TSX: PBL) is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, mkodo limited (“…
ANNOUNCEMENT | INTRALOT, Inc. announces the appointment of Richard Bateson as Chief Commercial Officer of INTRALOT, Inc.
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INTRALOT, Inc. announces the appointment of Richard Bateson as Chief Commercial Officer of INTRALOT, Inc.
March 21, 2023
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JOB: DC Lottery: Licensing Program Specialist
Government of the District of Columbia Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) Licensing Program Specialist $57,162.00 - $109,016.00 A…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Promotes Andrea Bossard and Mike Burger to Directors of Engineering
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Promotes Andrea Bossard and Mike Burger to Directors of Engineering
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (March 20, 202…
RFP: Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL): Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP)
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Multi-State Lottery Association – Request for Proposal
Date of Issuance: March 17, 2023 - Proposals t…
EQL Games has been selected by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties to represent Team USA in the U.S. lottery industry
March 20, 2023 – Louisville-based lottery company EQL Games has been selected by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties to rep…
Brazil to host WLA international responsible gaming seminar for the lotteries
The Responsible Gaming Seminar with the theme: A Transforming Connection, will be held on 22-24 March, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and is or…
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Lottery District Sales Representative, Spokane
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February marks the sixth consecutive month of $100 million + revenues for New York sports betting
New York’s sportsbetting sector generated revenue of $108.2m in February, marking the sixth consecutive month revenue reached nine figures…
The AGA to use Kentucky’s ban on unregulated "skill" games as a “springboard” for further action against the US illegal market
The American Gaming Association has said it will use Kentucky’s ban on unregulated "skill" games as a “springboard” for further action agai…
US commercial gaming up 22% YoY in January, with all verticals increasing, led by biggest jump in sports betting
Coming off a record-setting 2022, US commercial gaming has continued its momentum into the new year as the industry set a new single-month…
DraftKings hit with a federal class action lawsuit related to tumbling values of the non-fungible tokens (NFTs) offered on the company’s DraftKings Marketplace
DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG) was slapped with a federal class action lawsuit this week related to tumbling values of the non-fungible tokens (…
Germany’s regulator, Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), has imposed a fine on a gaming operator
For the first time in its brief history, Germany’s Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL) has imposed a fine on a gaming operator…
Coming Soon: Federal Oversight Of Online Betting
A bill that would prohibit most sports betting advertisements was introduced by Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY).
Tonko is an eight-term congressma…
The South Dakota Lottery is pleased to report that Fiscal Year 2022 was yet another record-breaking year
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MONTANA LOTTERY ANNOUNCES DETAILS FOR 2023 MONTANA MILLIONAIRE GAME
MONTANA LOTTERY ANNOUNCES DETAILS FOR 2023 MONTANA MILLIONAIRE GAME
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HELENA – After unprecedente…
Dutch Regulator KSA fines against illegal gambling operators totalled €29m in 2022
The Dutch regulator has published its annual report for the first full year of regulated online gambling.
The Netherlands.- The Dutch regu…
IWG Relaunches with Kentucky Lottery
March 16th, 2023
Follows integration of the Company’s InstantRGS with IGT’s iLottery Platform
Thursday, March 16, 2023: Instant Win Gamin…
Scientific Games Appoints Results-Driven Chief Financial Officer Nick Negro
SCIENTIFIC GAMES APPOINTS RESULTS-DRIVEN CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER NICK NEGRO
Nick Negro Takes Company’s CFO Reins Following James Buni…
Greek Operator OPAP reports 26% rise in revenue for 2022
The Greek gambling operator reported growth in all core business units.
Greece.- OPAP has reported revenue of €1.94bn for 2022, a rise of…
Congressional Gaming Caucus Chairs Reintroduce Bill to Strike Federal Sports Betting Tax
Congressional Gaming Caucus Chairs, US Reps. Dina Titus (D-Nevada) and Guy Reschenthaler (R-Pennsylvania), have reintroduced legislation th…
South Dakota lottery’s projections point to estimated total revenue of $182.52 million, up from $179.25 million last year
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — Sales revenue from instant scratch-off tickets is down from a year ago. But the South Dakota Lottery has taken in a l…
Resolution to allow Nevada state lottery formally introduced in legislature
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Nevada lawmakers have formally introduced a resolution to create a state lottery.
Assembly Joint Resolution 5 was refer…
Germany – Owned by Spielbanken Bayern, Bad Wiessee enjoys its best year of revenues
The nine Bavarian casinos located in the south-east of Germany generated €106m in 2022 with the leading casino of Bad Wiessee enjoying its…
French regulator ANJ publishes blacklist of illegal iGaming websites
French gambling regulator l'Autorité nationale des jeux (ANJ) has published a blacklist of iGaming websites that have been the subject of b…
Germany’s new gambling regulator wants more cooperation from operators
The GGL’s CEO says that cooperation would help tackle illegal gambling.
Germany.- The new German regulator, Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde…
Nebraska: Bill to allow sale of lottery tickets through vending machines finds retailers' support
A legislative proposal to allow sales of state lottery tickets in Nebraska through vending machines attracted support Monday from retaile…
Inspired and bet365 launch multi-stream Matchday Soccer product
Inspired Entertainment has announced the launch of its multi-stream Matchday Soccer event with online gambling giant and long-term partner …
Tennessee sports betting handle comes in at $327.3m in February
The state’s sports betting handle was down 20.5 per cent compared to the previous month.
US.- Tennessee’s sports betting handle was $327.3…
Texas Lawmakers Will Consider Casinos, Sports Betting in House State Affairs Committee
A series of bills and resolutions to expand gambling in Texas has been scheduled for a hearing in the House State Affairs Committee on Wedn…
RFP: Trinidad and Tobago: The NLCB seeks new operator for its online lottery system
PORT OF SPAIN, 15 March 2023 – The National Lotteries Control Board (NLCB) has issued a notice for consulting services from local or intern…
WLA enhances data offering with eCompendium
The WLA Global Lottery Data Compendium (GLDC) is a statistical yearbook providing high-quality, accurate, detailed, and timely data on the…