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Florida bill proposes measures to combat fixed sports bets
House Bill 189 proposes people who knowingly place bets on rigged games.
US.- A new Florida bill proposes penalties for people who knowi…
Massachusetts Gaming Commission insists that sports prediction markets are not permitted
Operators have been asked to identify how they will ensure compliance.
US.- The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has informed licen…
Pollard Banknote delivers record Q3 as revenue tops CA$156 million
WINNIPEG, MB, Nov. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - Pollard Banknote Limited (TSX: PBL) ("Pollard") today released its financial results for the three and…
Carmanah Signs Announces Leadership Transition
Calgary, Alberta (November 10, 2025) –
Carmanah Signs announces that Cameron Waldie, its long-serving President and CEO, is stepping down…
Brightstar Lottery Signs 2-Year Contract Extension with The Texas Lottery
11/12/2025
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Britain’s online gambling market up 8% to £1.42 billion in second quarter
The UK Gambling Commission has published further data on the gambling industry in Great Britain.
This data, sourced from operators, refle…
California tribes lose injunction battle over Kalshi prediction markets
A federal judge in Northern California has denied a request from three tribal governments seeking to block event contract firm Kalshi from…
New California Lottery Commissioner Sworn In
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Pro-Lite Unveils Innovative Gas Station Jackpot Sign
Costa Mesa, California – Pro-Lite, Inc., a leader in digital signage solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its new Fuel Center/G…
RFP: Multi-State Lottery Association 2025-26 Penetration Test and Vulnerability Scan RFP
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2025-26 Penetration Test and Vulnerability Scan RFP Date of Issuance: November 3, 2025 - Proposals to RFP D…
The Advocate General (AG) of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has made the case for international authorities to be able to freeze the assets of Malta-based companies
The authority and application of Malta’s controversial Bill 55 continue to be denied by European courts deliberating on whether online gamb…
Google partners with Polymarket to Integrate prediction market Insights into search results
Google has announced a significant partnership with Polymarket, a prediction market platform that allows users to wager on outcomes and eve…
Mega Millions Jackpot Soars to $900 Million
RELEASE DATE: 11/8/2025 There’s seemingly no stopping the Mega Millions® momentum, as the jackpot continues its march towards the $1 billi…
UKGC unable to produce reliable estimate of black market size
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has said it is “not yet in a position to make a robust and reliable estimate of the size” of the gambling…
Online Casino Dominating Government-Owned Platforms As Well
In a nation where online casino dominates the private sector igaming market, much the same is happening with the provincial lottery corpora…
UK: Game over for iGaming in latest Treasury Committee report
The UK Treasury Select Committee has published its final views on the gambling sector, recommending a course of action for the government a…
Hong Kong Jockey Club to hold first race meeting at new mainland China racecourse in October 2026
The Hong Kong Jockey Club will host the first race meeting at its new mainland China training and racing facility in mainland China’s Guang…
ESPN partners with DraftKings as exclusive sportsbook after PENN deal ends
ESPN and DraftKings have entered into a multiyear agreement that will make DraftKings the exclusive Official Sportsbook and Odds Provider…
Hoosiers Say “No” to Online Casino Gambling: Poll Shows 67% Opposition
A new statewide poll shows a majority of Indiana voters oppose legalizing online casino gambling. Pantheon Insight conducted the survey on…
The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) has named former Kansas Lottery commissioner Alana Zimmer as an executive director.
The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) has named former Kansas Lottery commissioner Alana Zimmer as an executive director.
Zimmer as…
Maryland land-based gaming revenue climbs to $162.1 million in October
Nov. 5, 2025
OCTOBER 2025 CASINO REVENUE DATA
Casinos contribute $69.6 million to the state
(Baltimore) — Maryland’s six casinos combine…
Scientific Games Joins NCPG Gift Responsibly Holiday Campaign
Company Reinforces Global Commitment to Responsible Gaming and Player Protection
ATLANTA – November 3, 2025 – For the eighth consecutive y…
AGEM Index increased by just 0.6% m-o-m in October
The Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) Index saw a small increase in October from the month before, rising by just 0.6 pe…
Jim Murren named interim CEO of UAE gambling regulator after Kevin Mullally steps down
Kevin Mullally, the first chief executive of the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, leaves with UAE Lottery live and Wynn deve…
UK Gambling Commission concludes four-part series on illegal online gambling
06 November 2025
The Gambling Commission has today published the fourth and final report in its series exploring the complex and evolving…
France’s online gaming trade body AFJEL states its focus is on combatting the illegal market and called for iCasino regulation
France’s online gaming trade body AFJEL states its focus is on combatting the illegal market and called for iCasino regulation but also led…
Minnesota Orders Sweepstakes Casinos to Cease, Utah Fields Class-Action Suits
Minnesota’s AG has ordered sweepstakes casinos to exit the state by December 1
Utah’s federal court has fielded two dozen class-action…
Scientific Games Named Ohio Lottery’s Primary Scratch-Offs Partner for 10 More Years
Scientific Games Named Ohio Lottery’s Primary Scratch-Offs Partner for 10 More Years
Company’s Games, Portfolio Management Services a…
620,000 Montana Lottery Montana Millionaire raffle tickets sell out in 6 hours
Residents waiting in line as early as 4:30 a.m. to grab tickets before they're gone
By Kate Northrop
The Montana Lottery's annual Montana…
Thousands of Indonesians tied to Cambodia-led online gambling ring
Indonesian minister calls for stronger cross-border cooperation and AML enforcement.
Thousands of Indonesian citizens are believed to be i…
NetBet Enterprises Limited to pay £650,000 for regulatory failures
05 November 2025
An online gambling business is to pay £650,000 and undergo an independent audit after a Commission investigation revealed…
BRIGHTSTAR LOTTERY PLC REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2025 RESULTS
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Third quarter revenue grew 7% to $629 million, primari…
Luxembourg favors state monopoly as gambling reform debate awaits settlement
Luxembourg appears to be at a crossroads as to how its gambling market will be regulated, with ministers divided between market liberalisat…
TEXAS LOTTERY LAUNCHES NEW SCRATCH TICKET GAME TO BENEFIT VETERANS’ SERVICES
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Illinois Lottery Leads Nation in FY25 Sales Performance - for Second Consecutive Year
FY25 results. The Illinois Lottery, under Allwyn management, leads every other lottery in the United States for year-over-year sales perfor…
New Jersey Lottery launches mobile prize claims for large prizes
Lottery prizes up to a significant amount can now be claimed anywhere at anytime
By Kate Northrop
The New Jersey Lottery is now accepting…
Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $800 Million
Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $800 Million RELEASE DATE: 11/1/2025 There’s magic in the air as the Mega Millions® jackpot continues its climb…
The NEED for a ‘SAFE HARBOR’ protecting public lotteries in the face of regulatory disruption and aggressive online gambling operators
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MEGA MILLION’S FIRST MAJOR NATIONAL CONSUMER DATA SUGGESTS A GOOD ROLL (OUT) COULD MAKE IT ROCK.
By Simon Jaworski, Founder & CEO, Lotto Research
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Scientific Games Powers North Dakota Lottery’s Omnichannel Sales with Newest Systems Technology
Scientific Games Powers North Dakota Lottery’s Omnichannel Sales with Newest Systems Technology
Company Completes Successful Upgra…
JOB: Georgia Lottery - Head of Technology
Head of Technology
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The purpose of this job is to direct and manage all Information Technology, Project Management, Informatio…
The Iowa Lottery ended the first quarter of the fiscal year with sales running ahead of last year
The Iowa Lottery ended the first quarter of the fiscal year with sales running ahead of last year, thanks to a big jackpot.
“Through Septe…
Senators urge DOJ to take action against illegal online gambling
Twelve US Senators have urged the Department of Justice (DOJ) to take robust action against illegal offshore gaming operations targeting yo…
Jumbo Interactive doubles down on prize draw strategy with US acquisition
The move sees Jumbo double down on its strategy to diversify revenue streams through B2C segments after the acquisition of Dream Car Giveaw…
Allwyn creates instant lottery games for I'm A Celebrity series
Allwyn has created two branded instant lottery games for popular UK reality TV series I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!
Critter Challen…
YouTube’s new strict gambling and violent content rules may impact esports
YouTube confirmed it will strengthen enforcement of its Community Guidelines around online gambling and graphic violence in gaming, a move…
Google Ads: Sweepstake Casinos Are Not Social Casino Games
Google updated the Google Ads Gambling and Games policy this week to define that sweepstake casinos are not social casino games. Google sai…
New York lawmakers to take on additional mobile sports betting regulations this session
State lawmakers want to take on further regulations around mobile sports betting this upcoming session.
Assemblymember Carrie Woerner, who…
ACMA issues several formal warning to offshore gambling operators
The warnings are regarding operators offering unlicensed online casino and betting services.
Australia's communications regulator has issu…
Philippines officially enacts law permanently banning offshore gaming operations
Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has signed into law the Republic Act (RA) 12312, known as the “Anti-POGO Act of 2025,” formall…
Illinois Seeks to Ban Credit Cards Inside Casinos and for Lottery Purchases
Legislation in Illinois would ban the use of credit cards for lottery purchases
The bill would also ban casino ATMs from facilitating…
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Ksa) has fined Entain's BetEnt €2.65 million
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Ksa) has fined BetEnt for failing to adequately protect young adults from excessive…
Scientific Games Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at Zozobra Scratchers, 2025 Best New Instant Game in North America
North America State and Provincial Lotteries’ Annual Buddy Roogow Award Celebrates Innovation
ATLANTA – October 28, 2025 – Scienti…
G. Michael Brown, Mafia Fighter and Casino Chief, Dies at 82
Prosecuted New Jersey Mafia figures linked to Richie “The Boot” Boiardo
First director of New Jersey’s Division of Gaming Enforcement…
DC Lottery Celebrates Retail Partners at Inaugural REAL Awards
DC Lottery Celebrates Retail Partners at Inaugural REAL Awards
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At the inaugural Retailer Excellence & Appreciation…
The Texas Lottery generated $7.91 billion in sales in fiscal year 2025, providing $1.8 billion to the State of Texas
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Caixa to launch national betting platform in November
Caixa Econômica Federal (CEF) will enter Brazil’s expanding sports betting and online gaming sector next month, with the launch of its new…
NASCAR Powerball Playoff: Four lottery players headed to NASCAR Weekend Championship™ for $1 million drawing
Four lottery players headed to NASCAR Weekend Championship™ for $1 million drawing
$1 million drawing to be televised live on NBC on Su…
Mega Millions Jackpot Surges to $714 Million
RELEASE DATE: 10/25/2025 The Mega Millions® jackpot surges past $700 million for only the ninth time in the game’s history for the next dr…
As the Mega Millions® Jackpot Keeps Jumping – California Lottery Players Can Look to the Past for Inspiration
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As the Mega Millions® Jackpot Keeps Jumping – California Lotter…
Atlantic Lottery Puts Atlantic Canadians First by Returning Profit to Communities and Championing Healthy Play
Atlantic Lottery Puts Atlantic Canadians First
MONCTON, New Brunswick (October 17, 2025) – Atlantic Lottery’s 2024-25 annual report highl…
WLA' Oslo security event examines how lottery security and public trust go hand in hand
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The WLA and EL Security and Operational Risks Seminar was held in Oslo, Norway, from 21-23 October, with…
Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots total over $1 billion
North Carolinians can get excited this weekend as the Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots combine to over $1 billion.
Tonight’s $680 mill…
Missouri Lottery discontinues Lotto, introduces new MO Millions draw game
New draw game coming this week for Missouri lottery players
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The Missouri Lottery's Lotto game was discontinued over the…
NH Lottery Breaks All-Time Revenue Record, Generating Nearly $209 Million for Granite State Schools in FY 2025
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– The New Hampshire Lottery broke its all-time revenue record in Fiscal Year 2025, generating nearly $209 million for New Ham…
AGA Statement on Illegal Gambling Indictments
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AGA President & CEO, Bill Miller, issued the following statement regarding today’s announcement on illegal gambl…
''Trust in the Supply Chain: Resilience and Oversight'' - Key takeaways from 2025 EL/WLA Security & Operational Risk Seminar
From 21-23 October EL and WLA came together in Oslo for the 2025 Security & Operational Risks Seminar themed “Trust in the Supply Chain…
Canada’s attempt to federally regulate betting ads advances
The Canadian Senate has given fast-track approval to a senator’s latest attempt to establish national regulatory guidelines for online spor…
Wisconsin Lottery ''Tis the Season to be Jolly Holly Jolly Raffle returns with a top prize of $125,000'
October 24, 2025
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MADISON, Wis. -- Sales begin today for the Wisconsin Lottery Holly Jolly Raffleack for a 16th year…
The Texas Lottery has been recognized for its outstanding in-house creative work, earning two Davey Awards
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Mega Millions Rolls On, Reaches $680 Million
RELEASE DATE: 10/22/2025 The ninth largest jackpot in Mega Millions® history is on tap for the next drawing on Friday, October 24! The big…
Nevada Gaming Commission reiterates concerns about prediction markets to Flutter chairman
The Nevada Gaming Commission Thursday told the chairman of Flutter Entertainment that licensees must comply with state laws regulating spor…
ChatGPT’s new AI browser Atlas—what brands need to know
The browser was barely a day old when we saw the first demos: people asking ChatGPT for everything from grocery lists to travel plans and w…
The Illinois Lottery reported $3.76 billion in sales for the 2025 fiscal year, marking its second-highest sales year.
The lottery generated $796 million in proceeds, contributing $784 million to the Common School Fund, supporting K-12 public education, acco…
Allwyn hits halfway milestone in Wave terminal scale rollout
Allwyn hits halfway milestone in Wave terminal scale rollout
- Over 22,000 new terminals now installed, as retailers praise…
Brightstar Lottery Signs Multi-Year Agreement with Avanti Press for Exclusive Licensing Rights to Develop Omnichannel Lottery Games
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Montana Enacts Full Ban on Online Gambling, Felony Charges Now Apply
Montana has officially made all forms of online gambling illegal. Senate Bill 555, the new state law, took effect Oct. 1. The legislation t…
The Virgin Islands Lottery 'Ticket #1058: Empowering Community in the U.S. Virgin Islands!'
For over 88 years, the Virgin Islands Lottery has been more than just a game, it’s been a pillar of opportunity, progress, and com…
Bill calls for bypassing Wisconsin constitution to take online sports betting statewide
Wisconsin is one of 39 states allowing some form of sports betting, but under its constitution, only on tribal lands.
Thirty-one states al…
Dutch national lottery raises concerns over illegal gambling
A study suggests that players who gamble illegally are doing so more often and with larger amounts.
The Netherlands.- The Dutch state-co…
Unibet UK operator fined £10 million for social responsibility failures
FDJ United has promised that it will continue to evaluate and improve its compliance and player protection standards after its Unibet opera…
SWEDEN: Svenska Spel: Interim report January – September 2025: Svenska Spel increases revenue
Svenska Spel reports a third quarter with increased net gaming revenue, driven by strong product brands such as Eurojackpot and Oddset. Two…
Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle Starts Today with TWO Top Prizes of $1,000,000 Available
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WyoLotto® transfers $1.8 million to Wyoming’s cities, towns, counties
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Oct. 14, 2025 – WyoLotto officials announced this week that the October 2025 transfer to Wyoming’s cities, towns and c…
Jersey Cash 5 XTRA Offers Second-Chance Promotion - Top Prize is $1 Million Drawing at Football Game
TRENTON (October 14, 2025) – The New Jersey Lottery is holding its new “Another Millionaire” second-chance drawing promotion for…
Mississippi Lottery Transfers Nearly $13 Million to the State for September
JACKSON, MISS. – Fueled by the tail end of a historic Powerball jackpot run, the Mississippi Lottery Corporation announces a transfer of $1…
Minnesota Millionaire Raffle Returns Oct. 21 with Exciting Changes
ROSEVILLE, Minn. (Oct. 20, 2025) – Tickets for the Minnesota Lottery’s annual Minnesota Millionaire Raffle go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 21 with…
Dutch regulator to introduce new licences for skill-based gaming machines
The new licence category is intended to make licensing easier for operators who want to operate only skill-based gaming machines in the Net…
British Gambling Commission adapts to illegal market’s “unusual advertising methods”
The regulator says increasingly elaborate techniques employed by unlicensed operators were a sign that the regulator’s enforcement work is…
The UN office in Mexico held a ceremony Thursday, October 16, to unveil the ticket for the National Lottery's Grand Drawing No. 2862, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations
FOREIGN AFFAIRS-NATIONAL LOTTERY-UN MEXICO Joint Press Release
The lottery ticket marks eight decades of multilateral work advancing peace…
The National Lottery has launched its first docu-series, Because of You, fronted by Claudia Winkleman in her new role as the Lottery’s Ambassador-in-Chief.
Produced by The Gate Films and directed by Emmy Award-winner Leo McCrea, the series highlights how National Lottery players help transform…
National Games, Global Vision: How Collaboration Is Shaping the Future of Lottery
Moderator: Matt Strawn, Chief Executive Officer, Iowa Lottery Powerball Product Group Chair and MUSL Vice President
David Barden, CEO &am…
PGRI INTERVIEWS Ángel Sánchez General Manager, ONCE (Spanish National Organization of the Blind)
How ONCE is Redefining the Social Economy and Reinventing the Role of State Lotteries
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PGRI INTERVIEWS Olli Sarekoski Chief Executive Officer, Veikkaus
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Introducing Obsidian: Where Intrigue Meets Luxury
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