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American Gaming Association: 1.8 Million Casino Jobs In Jeopardy
Group Claims That Without Tweaks To Federal Programs, Many Will Lose Jobs And Benefits
With the entire American casino industry shut down…
BCLC extends expiry dates on lottery tickets
Lottery players now have an additional six months to claim prizes for tickets that have an expiry date between March 17, 2020 and Sept. 17…
Invitation: Kambi Group plc’s first quarter 2020 result
Kambi Group plc
Invitation: Kambi Group plc’s first quarter 2020 result
Malta, 9 April 2020
Invitation: Kambi Group plc’s fi…
RFP: Missouri Lottery Draw Observation Services
RFP00756 - Missouri Lottery Draw Observation Services
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Request for Proposal (RFP)…
Scientific Games Wins Iowa Lottery's 10-year Statewide New Gaming Systems Technology Contract
Company's Rollout of New Technology Will Drive Maximum Funding for Iowans
LAS VEGAS and ATLANTA, April 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientif…
International Game Technology PLC Announces Changes To Its People And Transformation Leadership Team
International Game Technology PLC Announces Changes To Its People And Transformation Leadership Team
- Dorothy Costa appointed as Global…
Bookies offer desperate gamblers bizarre options in world without sports
With coronavirus shutting down pro sports and shuttering casinos, desperate gamblers are betting on the weather.
A Rockland County bookmak…
Singapore to Overhaul National Gambling Regulator for 2021
Singapore’s gambling regulator, the Casino Regulatory Authority (CRA), will be overhauled, combining the functions of multiple branches of…
INSPIRED VIRTUAL SPORTS ARE FILLING THE LIVE SPORTS GAP
INSPIRED VIRTUAL SPORTS ARE FILLING THE LIVE SPORTS GAP
Virtual Grand National 2020 is a Huge Hit
New York, April 6, 2020 - 4.8 million v…
Scientific Games And Abacus Solutions Partner On Technology For Lottery Sales In Retail Check-Out Lanes
Scientific Games And Abacus Solutions Partner On Technology For Lottery Sales In Retail Check-Out Lanes
Convenient In-lane Technology Le…
Powerball Product Group: Game sales and interest rates to determine advertised Powerball jackpot
April 2, 2020
Update: Game sales and interest rates to determine advertised Powerball jackpot
Guaranteed starting jackpot amounts & m…
Mega Millions to Adjust Starting Jackpot Amount, Eliminate Minimum Jackpot Increases
For Immediate Release April 3, 2020 Contact: Carole Gentry 410-230-8725 (office) 410-365-6384 (mobile) This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Mega Mi…
Tribal governments to get $8 billion from CARES Act
(The Center Square) – Tribal councils are facing unprecedented challenges in countering the spread of the coronavirus across tribal lands…
Pennsylvania Lottery continues amid COVD-19 because the Lottery’s mission is to generate funding for programs that benefit older Pennsylvanians
As state officials tracked the spread of COVID-19 through Pennsylvania, the hundreds of liquor stores owned and controlled by the state wer…
Australia’s The Lott, via Golden Casket, has announced it will donate $1 million to help accelerate Australian research into a COVID-19 vaccine
Australia’s hunt for COVID-19 vaccine receives $1 million boost
The Lott, via Golden Casket, has announced it will donate $1 million to he…
Kambi Group plc publishes 2019 Annual Report and Accounts
Kambi Group plc publishes 2019 Annual Report and Accounts
Malta, March 30, 2020 – Kambi Group plc publishes 2019 Annual Report and Accou…
Warren Buffett eyeing casinos, other businesses hit by coronavirus to offer financial lifelines
Warren Buffett is eyeing some of the businesses suffering the most from the novel coronavirus, including casinos, The Wall Street Journal r…
Vermont: Selling lottery tickets is up to retailers
RUTLAND, Vt. (WCAX) Lottery games are primarily sold at convenience stores and supermarkets, which are still open under Gov. Phil Scott's…
Pennsylvania Lottery Springtacular Second-Chance Drawing Offers More than $300,000 in Prizes
Springtacular Second-Chance Drawing is now open to players, offering more than $300,000 in prizes, including additional bonus money to play…
WestLotto extends the contract of managing director Christiane Jansen by five years
In its meeting today, the supervisory board of the North Rhine-Westphalian lottery company WestLotto decided to prematurely extend the cont…
Brazil’s Regional Court overturns injunction, lottery stores return to essential services
Brazil’s Regional Court overturns injunction, lottery stores return to essential services
The TRF-2 (Federal Regional Court of the 2nd Reg…
FDJ Takes Out a €380 Million Syndicated Loan to Pay the Consideration for Its Exclusive Rights
BOULOGNE-BILLANCOURT, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News:
La Française des Jeux (FDJ) (Paris:FDJ), France’s leading gaming operato…
What Colorado Sports Betting Could Reveal About The Future Of The US Market
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DC Lottery Names Its Sports Betting App GambetDC, Moves Next To Develop iLottery
This week was supposed to be a big week for sports in the nation’s capital.
The Washington Nationals would have just started their season…
Maryland Casinos Generate $68.7 Million During March
For immediate release
April 3, 2020
Contact:
Carole Bober Gentry
410-230-8725 (office)
410-365-6384 (cell)
carole.gentry@maryla…
Illinois video gaming operations and all casino gambling operations in Illinois until at least April 30
CHICAGO (WICS/WRSP) — In accordance with Governor JB Pritzker's Stay At Home order extension, the Illinois Gaming Board has announced new m…
Vegas Casino Mogul Shut His Doors Due To Coronavirus. He’s Still Paying 10,000 Employees Anyway
Las Vegas Sands owner Sheldon Adelson was forced to close his doors due to the coronavirus pandemic, but he says he won’t allow that to des…
New Hampshire: No sports, no bars and limited store hours scratch lottery sales
The year dawned as a banner one for the New Hampshire Lottery. Keno 603, introduced at 40 locations in 2018, more than tripled its revenues…
Singapore Pools to suspend lottery draws, close outlets and online betting service
SINGAPORE: Singapore Pools said on Saturday (Apr 4) that it will suspend all lottery draws from next week and shut down its outlets to comp…
IGT North America COVID-19 Statement
IGT North America COVID-19 Statement
For Immediate Release: April 2, 2020
Statement from Robert Vincent, Chairman, IGT Globa…
AGA CEO Statement on the Small Business Administration's Interim Guidelines for the Paycheck Protection Program
AGA CEO Statement on the Small Business Administration's Interim Guidelines for the Paycheck Protection Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE…
Inspired Entertainment President and COO Brooks Pierce "We are seeing very good growth in our virtual sports revenues and on our online and mobile slot games"
The coronavirus outbreak has led to the cancellation of the NCAA tournament, the suspension of NBA, NHL, MLS, and Premier League games, the…
Apple extends iOS gambling app conversion deadline to June 30
Tech giant Apple has given gambling operators more time to bring their apps into compliance, while Apple finds itself under fire for steeri…
Scientific Games Statement on COVID-19 Response
NEWS PROVIDED BY Scientic Games Corporation Mar 30, 2020, 17:21 ET
LAS VEGAS, March 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientic Games Corporation (…
Lottery Secretary Leaves Office in Brazil With Possible Betting Repercussions
Brazil’s Betting Industry faces on-going regulations but the departure of a key figure may not impact the ultimate results.
Alexandre Mano…
Belgium introduces changes in lottery and gambling rules
Belgium introduces changes in lottery and gambling rules
Belgium’s National Lottery has seen a drop in sales of 30 per cent since the…
Oregon Lottery’s Sports Gambling App Suspended Service After a Cyberattack Lottery says the decision to suspend play was a “precautionary measure.”
The Oregon Lottery's app for sports betting, called Scoreboard, has suspended operations after a cyberattack.
An email to customers with S…
SBTech client sites to resume operations after cyber attack
Sportsbooks powered by SBTech are to resume operations as early as today as the company continues to respond to a cyber attack that resulte…
Brazil court suspends president’s decree that lotteries are essential
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South Carolina Edu. Lottery Changes to Starting JackPot Amount and Minimum JackPot Roll Increases
South Carolina Edu. Lottery Changes to Starting JackPot Amount and Minimum JackPot Roll Increases
03/30/2020
COLUMBIA, SC (STL…
Scientific Games Seals New Four-Year Technology Contract With Germany's LOTTO Bayern
Scientific Games Seals New Four-Year Technology Contract With Germany's LOTTO Bayern
Munich-based LOTTO Bayern is One of First in World…
April 1, 2020, BL Promos is celebrating their 45th anniversary servicing lotteries and organizations worldwide!
April 1, 2020, BL Promos is celebrating their 45th anniversary servicing lotteries and organizations worldwide!
Visit their site to learn…
OPAP Regulatory 2020 Financial Calendar
Regulatory announcements
2020 Financial Calendar
01/04/2020
OPAP S.A., in accordance with articles 4.1.2. & 4.1.4.3.1. o…
Message from Susan and Paul
Greetings.
While we are not sure of the appropriate thing to say about a global crisis, I am sure that we are all gonna keep on keepin’…
British Columbia lottery sales continue
You can still play the lotto as the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds.
The British Columbia Lottery Corporation says that sales of lottery product…
North American Gaming Regulators Association postpones annual conference
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the North American Gaming Regulators Association's (NAGRA) Annual Conference, originally slated for 2-4 June…
The National Lottery will divert £300m to support Britain's most vulnerable amid coronavirus crisis in biggest UK non-government contribution since outbreak began
The National Lottery is stepping in to help the battle against coronavirus spread
A huge £300million pot of funds will be diverted to…
Kansas Lottery Extends Suspension of State Casino Operations
TOPEKA, KAN. – The Kansas Lottery has announced it is extending the temporary suspension of state-owned casino gaming until further notice…
California lottery closes offices after Sacramento employee tests positive for coronavirus
The California State Lottery has closed district offices for cleaning after an employee in Sacramento tested positive for the coronavirus…
Odds are, coronavirus will crimp Pennsylvania lottery fund, which could hurt programs for seniors
With a stay-at-home order in effect for Lehigh, Northampton and 17 other Pennsylvania counties, state lottery officials are reporting decli…
How COVID-19 Is Impacting Lottery Jackpots
DES MOINES, Iowa) — Hoping to escape all the coronavirus-caused economic uncertainty by winning a giant lottery jackpot?
Think again. Thos…
Online Lottery sorely missed amid coronavirus crisis
Massachusetts lawmakers could not have foreseen the coronavirus pandemic and its disastrous effect on the economy. But it shouldn’t take th…
Some with multidraw Powerball tickets to get refunds from Education Lottery
Some with multidraw Powerball tickets to get refunds from Education Lottery
RALEIGH – As changes in the Powerball game go into effect, th…
PUBLIC GAMING MAGAZINE MARCH/APRIL 2020
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Read the pdf version here
UK: Covid-19 - A message from Neil McArthur to online gambling operators
Since I wrote to you last week, the response to Covid-19 has affected everyone in Great Britain. Over the last week, I have spoken to re…
Washington governor signs bill allowing sports betting
SPOKANE, Wash. — A bill to allow sports gambling in Washington state, but only at tribal casinos, was signed by Gov. Jay Inslee on Wednesda…
RFP: Nebraska Lottery for Instant and Online Games and Related Services
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Neil Watson Phone: (402) 471-6120 Mobile: (402) 560-4580 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Brian Rockey Phone: (402…
Powerball® To Make Changes To Starting Jackpot Amount And Minimum Jackpot Roll Increases
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Contact Bishop Woosley at 501-683-1890 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
Powerball® To M…
The National Lottery Supports Communities with up to £300M Devoted to COVID-19
The National Lottery Supports Communities with up to £300M Devoted to COVID-19
Thanks to National Lottery players, up to £300M will be us…
Kentucky Lottery board holds meeting via videoconference
NEWS RELEASE March 27, 2020 For More Information Chip Polston, Jennifer Cunningham, Sara Westerman (502) 560-1675 KY Lottery board holds me…
South Dakota Lottery sets target for switching to new video-lottery communications system
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — The new operating system for video lottery should be ready to go by January 25, the South Dakota Lottery Commission l…
Changes coming to Powerball game next time jackpot is won
DATE: MARCH 26, 2020
CONTACT: VAN DENTON
PHONE: (919) 301-3308
CELL: (919) 650-9409
Changes coming to Powerball game next time jackp…
Temporary suspension of WLA seminars and events
In light of the continued spread of the coronavirus, the WLA has decided to suspend all seminars and events until further notice. This incl…
WLA position on COVID-19 for WLA-RGF Certification
WLA position on COVID-19 for WLA-RGF Certification
Taking into consideration the spread of COVID-19 and the related difficulties, the WLA…
EL Industry Days (This event will not take place due to COVID-19)
INDUSTRY DAYS (THIS EVENT WILL NOT TAKE PLACE DUE TO COVID-19)
[Update 27 March 2020] EL Statement: Postponement of EL Seminars and E…
American Gaming Association Applauds Senate Passage of CARES Act
American Gaming Association Applauds Senate Passage of CARES Act
Bipartisan Legislation Will Bring Relief to Employees, Employers, and T…
Coronavirus In Ohio: Lottery Says It Qualifies As An ‘Essential Service’
Ohio’s casinos have been closed for almost two weeks, and it's been a week since bars were shut down, including those offering Keno. Ohio L…
Louisiana all lottery locations close until April 13
Beginning today at 5 p.m. until April 13, the Lottery will close its Baton Rouge headquarters, regional prize payment offices and distribut…
Hoosier Lottery adjusts prize payment operations
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WEHT) – Effective 5:00 pm on Monday, March 23, 2020, the Hoosier Lottery prize payment offices located in Indianapolis…
TENNESSEE LOTTERY TEMPORARILY CLOSES CLAIM CENTERS AT NASHVILLE HEADQUARTERS AND DISTRICT OFFICES
TENNESSEE LOTTERY TEMPORARILY CLOSES CLAIM CENTERS AT NASHVILLE HEADQUARTERS AND DISTRICT OFFICES Players Can Claim Prizes Less Than $600 a…
NC Education Lottery temporarily closes Claim Centers amid COVID-19 pandemic
RALEIGH (WTVD) -- To help protect the safety of lottery players and employees during the coronavirus outbreak, the North Carolina Education…
Michigan Lottery claims offices closed due to coronavirus pandemic, winners can still redeem prizes
LANSING, MI -- If you’re one of the lucky lottery players in Michigan who win a large prize, the process for claiming your winnings will be…
Las Vegas Is Closed But Casinos In Macau, China Have Reopened
Visiting Macau for the first time is like taking a time machine into the future. Some of the most outrageous and Orwellian-style skyscraper…
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has published its 2019 annual report and 2020 monitoring report
KSA outlines aims of revised Remote Gambling Bill in annual report
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has published its 2019 ann…
You can still buy N.J. lottery tickets during the coronavirus lockdown
There are many questions about what people can and can’t do during this period of isolation caused by coronavirus.
Gov. Phil Murphy has or…
Florida Lottery closes HQ, district offices to public
All game drawings will be conducted as scheduled
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Lottery announced Monday that its headquarters and all…
Ohio Lottery Says It Is An "Essential" Service Under "Stay At Home" Order
Ohio’s casinos have been closed for almost two weeks and it's been a week since bars were shut down, including those offering Keno. But Ohi…
West Virginia Lottery Validations Office to Close on March 25; Mail in Claims Will be Processed
West Virginia Lottery Validations Office to Close on March 25; Mail in Claims Will be Processed
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Because of the curren…
International Game Technology PLC Announces New Chief Financial Officer and Changes to Board of Directors
Massimiliano Chiara to join IGT as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; Chiara also appointed to IGT's board of directors-…
GROVER GAMING: SELF-SERVICE PAYMENT STATIONS ADD CONVENIENCE FOR RETAILERS
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La Française des Jeux (FDJ) issues an initial estimate of the effects of the Covid-19 epidemic on its business
Continuity of operations assured thanks to efforts brought to bear across the Group. To date, nearly 80% of FDJ’s points of sale author…
Australia’s casino giants turn off every second slot machine to fight coronavirus spread
Australia’s two biggest casino companies said they would shut off half their poker machines to force gamblers to engage in “social distanci…
Oklahoma Tribe Says Online State Lottery Violates Tribal Gaming Compacts
One of Oklahoma's tribes says an online state lottery game violates the gaming compacts between tribes and the state.
The on-line second c…
The Pressure Is on for Tribal Gaming Regulators to Close Tribal Casinos: Recent NIGC Guidance Regarding COVID-19
On Monday, March 16, 2020, the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) sent letters to tribal gaming regulators offering guidance on actio…
Casino shutdowns sideline 616,000 workers nationwide, trade group says
WASHINGTON, DC - American Gaming Association President and CEO Bill Miller released the following statement on the economic toll the COVID-…
Mississippi collects more than $27M from lottery in 3 months
Revenue from the Mississippi Lottery continues to increase.
The state has collected more than $27 million from the lottery that started op…
UKGC Suspends Lotteries.com License as Regulator Ramps Up Enforcement on Errant Operators
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced this week it has suspended the license of Lotteries.com parent International Multi-Media Entert…
The Pennsylvania lottery will continue to operate almost as normal amid coronavirus pandemic; online play available
Pennsylvania’s casinos are closed and the businesses that offer “skill game” machines have mostly all shut their doors, as well, because o…
Loto-Quebec to move all lottery ticket sales online to avoid spread of COVID-19
MONTREAL — Quebec’s lottery corporation says it will soon sell lottery tickets only online amid fears of the novel coronavirus.
A spokesma…
Illegal Gambling Opponents Call on State, County Health Departments to Order Immediate Shutdown of 'Games of Skill' Machines
HARRISBURG, Pa., March 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- An advocacy group battling against the explosion of illegal gambling across Pennsylvania is…
As American Indian casinos close for coronavirus, industry seeks $18 billion aid
TAOS, N.M. (Reuters) - The Native American gaming industry on Tuesday requested $18 billion in U.S. federal aid as it shut casinos that are…
Big majority supports allowing sports betting in Kentucky
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Sports betting is a political winner in Kentucky. Two-thirds of voters support allowing sports betting in the Commonwealth…
Bill to let Maryland voters decide on legal sports betting passes in legislature’s final hours
Bill to let Maryland voters decide on legal sports betting passes in legislature’s final hours A stripped-down version of a bill to let Mar…
Nevada Governor Sisolak asks President Trump for hospitality industry relief
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) -- Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak joined a teleconference with President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence Thursda…