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The New York Lottery ranks as North America’s most profitable, contributing $3.7bn over the 2022-23 financial year to state education.
The New York State Gaming Commission has said three of the state’s most popular draw games have produced over $63.9m (£50.7m/€59.1m) for pu…
Bob Brown appointed to serve as lottery director for the State of Montana.
Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the appointment of Bob Brown to serve as lottery director for the State of Montana.
“With his exte…
Alabama Some in Senate push ‘demonstrably’ different gambling plan
Alabama’s Republican state senators don’t all agree yet on what gambling legislation the 35-member body might approve, but several concur i…
Maryland Legislators Considering Two Online Gaming Bills
Maryland is currently one of the more promising states for online gaming legalization, including poker. Online sports betting launched in N…
The Channel Islands Lottery launches survey about the future of the lottery
The role the Channel Islands Lottery plays in the community will be informed by the views of residents, with a survey launched to gauge int…
Dutch gambling authority issues its biggest ever fine
The Dutch gaming authority has fined Malta-based gambling firm Gammix almost €20 million for offering services in the Netherlands without a…
Georgia Daily Fantasy Sports Bill Dies In House
A bill (House Bill 1329) to legalize and regulate daily fantasy sports apps in Georgia failed to move into the Senate this week. As a resul…
Bally's Twin River rolling out virtual casino games in RI on March 5
On the second floor of Bally's Twin River, the company's newest, most technologically advanced table games are hidden behind a locked door…
Louisiana Lottery Corporation Helping With Gambling Behavior Patterns
The Louisiana Lottery Corporation announced Friday (March 1) that they’re joining the Louisiana Department of Health’s Office of Behavioral…
Massachusetts Gaming Commission fines Encore Boston Harbor $40,000 for allowing illegal sports bets
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has fined the Encore Boston Harbor casino $40,000 for taking illegal bets on Boston College women's bas…
Resorts World New York City unveils $5B expansion plans as part of downstate casino license bid
The Resorts World New York City slots parlor at the Aqueduct Race Track unveiled its $5 billion redevelopment plans on Thursday. The move c…
Ads for offshore gambling companies accused of bypassing Australia's regulations in Premier League streams
Fans of the English Premier League (EPL) in Australia are being “bombarded” with betting ads for offshore gambling companies that were supp…
Italy's authorities issue illegal gaming notice due to misleading online advertising
The Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) has issued a statement reminding of the legal restrictions placed on advertising gambling w…
Did Apple Just Make a Gambling App?
Did Apple Just Make a Gambling App? The tech giant’s new sports tool shows scores, betting odds, and little else.
On Tuesday, I downloade…
China's lottery ticket sales up in January
BEIJING, March 3 (Xinhua) -- China's lottery ticket sales showed a year-on-year increase of 73.3 percent in January, topping 57.56 billion…
Florida Budget conference: House wants more lottery vending machines than Senate
Lottery may be a game of chance, but when it comes to where it falls in the budget, it’s also a matter of negotiation.
As appropriations C…
New Jersey Lottery Quick Draw Adds New Progressive Jackpot, Double BULLSEYE, and New E-Z Play Option
Quick Draw Adds New Progressive Jackpot, Double BULLSEYE, and New E-Z Play Option
TRENTON (March 1, 2024) – Starting March 4, all Quick…
North Carolina Education Lottery Celebrates the First Women in Lottery Leadership Chapter in the United States
The N.C. Education Lottery celebrated its Women in Lottery Leadership (WILL) chapter, the first of its kind in the nation, this month with…
North Dakota Lottery Celebrates 20 Years
The North Dakota Lottery just had its 20th year anniversary.
Ryan Koppy, North Dakota Lottery’s sales and marketing manager, said players…
Scientific Games Testifies at Maryland House Ways and Means Hearing in Support of Proposed iLottery Legislation
ATLANTA – February 29, 2023 – Scientific Games Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Government Affairs Christine Wechsler testified t…
RFP: Rhode Island Lottery RI Lottery: Keno Plus Illuminated Backlit Signs - Sealed Bid
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February 29, 2024
SUBJECT: The Rhode Island Lottery submits this bid request for Keno Plus LED Illuminated Ba…
TEXAS LOTTERY TO SPOTLIGHT RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING IN MARCH
TEXAS LOTTERY TO SPOTLIGHT RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING IN MARCH
AUSTIN – For the majority of adults, gambling can be a fun and entertaining exp…
Skyrocketing Mega Millions, Powerball and NY LOTTO Jackpots Generate $63.9 Million for NY Schools and Lottery Retailers
The jackpots for three of New York’s most popular draw games – Mega Millions, Powerball and NY LOTTO – are skyrocketing and have generated…
Congratulations to INTRALOT on the occasion of the commencement of trading of its corporate bond on the Main Market of the Athens Stock Exchange.
Press Release 28.02.2024 Issuance of Common Bond Loan INTRALOT
The Athens Stock Exchange welcomed today representatives of the Management…
Hoosier Lottery Releases Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Reports
Hoosier Lottery Releases Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Reports
INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 27, 2024) — The Hoosier Lottery has released its Fiscal…
Two-year-old Fennica Gaming Unveils Frame – A Groundbreaking New Customer Portal
As Fennica Gaming, the subsidiary of the Finnish National Lottery Veikkaus, hits its 2nd anniversary, we celebrate successful and fast expa…
Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots total over $950 million
DATE: FEB. 26, 2024
CONTACT: JONATHAN LAROWE
OFFICE: (919) 301-3620
CELL: (919) 737-4277
Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots tot…
Hong Kong Jockey Club presents a video series on the many ways it contributes to the community
A new 10-episode series "Riding for the Betterment of Society" showcases the Club’s Integrated Business Model and the many ways in which it…
GERMANY: LOTTO talk in the tower: Special discussions on the future of gambling in Germany
The speakers of the evening at LOTTO-Talk were Burkhard Blienert, Axel Holthaus, Nadja Wierzejewski, Sven Osthoff, Ronald Benter and presen…
GHANA: The Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mr. Samuel Awuku has called on the European Lotteries to support the NLA in its quest to fight illegal gambling
The Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mr. Samuel Awuku has called on the European Lotteries to support the NLA in i…
The New Hampshire Lottery and DraftKings Generate More Than $100 Million for NH Public Education Since Inception of Sports Betting in 2019
The New Hampshire Lottery and DraftKings are celebrating four successful years of sports betting by marking a major milestone. Since its in…
Announcing EL Industry Days 2024 Salzburg June 16-19
Dear members,
It is with great pleasure that I would like to invite you to join the 10th edition of the EL Industry Days in Salzburg (Aust…
New Euro Dreams Lottery Launched in November
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A Global Games-of-Chance Industry in Flux
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NEOGAMES: Chris Shaban 'Working with Lotteries on their Digital Journey'
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MUSL NEWS 'Powerball's First 24 Hours of 2024'
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IGT: Security as a Process
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Scientific Games: 6 Big Performers MEGA GAMES of 2023
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European Lotteries - For the Benefit of Society
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Mobivention Joins World Lottery Association
mobivention, a leading IT and software company specialising in innovative IT solutions for lottery companies, today proudly announces that…
FDJ Announces the Opening of Its Public Purchase Offer on Kindred
On 22 January 2024, La Française des Jeux SA (“FDJ”), announced a recommended public offer to the holders of Swedish Depository Receipts (t…
Mega Millions Jackpot Keeps Growing
RELEASE DATE: 2/24/2024 The Mega Millions® jackpot is gaining momentum! The estimated jackpot for next Tuesday, February 27, is $563 milli…
Hoosier Lottery Releases Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Reports
The Hoosier Lottery has released its Fiscal Year 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility Annual Report and its FY 2023 Financial Annual Report…
NeoPollard Interactive Congratulates the North Carolina Education Lottery on Launching Digital Instants
Two-Year Contract Extension Also Announced
LANSING, Mich., Feb. 22, 2024 /CNW/ - NeoPollard Interactive LLC ("NeoPollard Interactive" or "…
Suzanna Shkreli appointed new Michigan Lottery Commissioner
“It is a tremendous honor to continue the longstanding work of the Michigan Lottery,” said incoming Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli. “…
Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots total $823 million
DATE: FEB. 19, 2024
CONTACT: JONATHAN LAROWE
OFFICE: (919) 301-3620
CELL: (919) 737-4277
Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots tot…
2023 Commercial Gaming Revenue Reaches $66.5B, Marking Third-Straight Year of Record Revenue
2023 Commercial Gaming Revenue Reaches $66.5B, Marking Third-Straight Year of Record Revenue
Industry Contributes All-Time High $14.4B i…
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. is excited to announce the launch of its ground-breaking Virtual Baseball product Home Run Shoot Out Legends™
NSPIRED LAUNCHES VIRTUAL BASEBALL: HOME RUN SHOOT OUT LEGENDS™ FEATURING MLBPAA-LICENSED PLAYERS WITH KAIZEN GAMING
FEBRUARY 19, 2024 – In…
Public Gaming International Magazine January/February 2024
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MUSL - Expression of Interest
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Opportunities Sponsorships Licensing Promotions Game Development Productions
INTRODUCTION The Multi-State Lottery…
RFI: HOOSIER LOTTERY WEBSITE IMPLEMENTATION & CONTENT MANAGER
HOOSIER LOTTERY WEBSITE IMPLEMENTATION & CONTENT MANAGER
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
A. Purpose The purpose of this Request for Informat…
RFP: MUSL Customer Relationship Management System -Proposals to the RFP are Due on JULY 26, 2024, no later than 3:00 P.M. CT
Request for Proposal Customer Relationship Management System
Issued by Multi-State Lottery Association Issue Date: January 10, 2024 Propo…
New York contributes over 37% of all US sports betting tax
New York has generated more than 37% of the total tax revenue across all betting in the United States, according to a government department…
DraftKings Inc. announces that it has reached an agreement to acquire Jackpocket
TRANSACTION EXPECTED TO DRIVE $60 MILLION TO $100 MILLION OF ADJUSTED EBITDA IN FISCAL YEAR 2026
BOSTON & NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2024 (GLO…
US Supreme Court urged to block Florida sports betting deal with Seminole Tribe
This question is exceptionally important not just for the people of Florida, but for the nationwide precedent it will set for other state-t…
La Française des Jeux (FDJ), announces its intention to propose a public cash offer for online gambling company Kindred in a deal worth $2.67 billion
WATCH THE WEBCAST of La Française des Jeux (FDJ)'s tender offer of Kindred
La Française des Jeux (FDJ), announced its intention to propos…
SEMINAR: European Lotteries Public Order Seminar February 21-23 Brussels
Open to EL Lottery and Associate Members
In an era marked by the rapid evolution of new technologies and emerging markets, the l…
FDJ in 2023: continued development of the Group on a solid basis
Revenue of 2,621 million euros, up 6.5% and 2.8% on a like-for-like basis[1]
Strong lottery fundamentals, 4.9% excluding Euromillion…
iGaming to launch at Bally’sTwin River March 1
It’s a safe bet Rhode Island will be right on time to make its debut into online gambling.
Right in line with the start date laid out in t…
Why the Middle East Could be the Next Global Hotspot for iGaming
The Middle East is rapidly carving its own niche in the global gaming landscape, fuelled by a unique set of factors that have made the regi…
The Spanish Minister of Consumer Affairs will impose more controls on minors to prevent them from buying lottery online
The Ministry of Social Rights, Consumption and Agenda 2030 seeks to improve the age verification system when purchasing online lottery.
Sp…
Court Challenge To Legality Of Ontario Online Gambling Sector Begins Next Week
Ontario’s open online gambling framework will be thoroughly tested in a court of law next week as lawyers for the Ontario government prepar…
CNIGA Has Expressed Concern with Daily Fantasy Sports ‘pick’em’ Games, Claims They Should be Classified as Illegal Sports Wagering
California Nations Indian Gaming Association (CNIGA) recently submitted a letter to the state’s Attorney General on behalf of the group’s 5…
Florida Regulators Tell Some Fantasy Sports Firms to Cease Operations
Florida Regulators Tell Some Fantasy Sports Firms to Cease Operations
The Florida Gaming Control Commission has sent cease-and-desist lett…
NASCAR Powerball Playoff returns with new chances to win in 2024
Official Lottery Game of NASCAR launches season-long promotion to send four players to the Cup Series Championship Race for a chance to win…
Hungarian regulator resumes blocks against unlicensed gambling sites and affiliates
The SZTFH says it has blocked 450 domains.
Hungary.- The Hungarian Supervisory Authority for Regulatory Affairs (SZTFH) has announced that…
PENN records Q4 net loss of $359M amid ESPN Bet launch, overall revenue drops 12.5% to $1.37B
PENN records Q4 net loss of $359M amid ESPN Bet launch, overall revenue drops 12.5% to $1.37B
PENN Entertainment recorded a net loss of…
High-ranking DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG) executives, are continuing their sales of the gaming company’s stock, more than $78 million worth of shares since the start of 2024
High-ranking DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG) executives, including CEO Jason Robins, are continuing their sales of the gaming company’s stock, d…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Announces Director-level Promotions in Several Global Markets
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Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Announces
Director-level Promotio…
Arkansas sends cease & desist letters to two fantasy football sites, claiming illegal sports betting
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Department of Finance and Administration sent cease and desist letters to two companies it believes are offering un…
Minnesota Legislature Will Try For Legal Sports Betting Again
Tribes aren't on board with a bill that would allow in-person betting at racetracks and pro sports venues
Lawmakers are taking another sho…
Increasing Sports Gambling Taxes Through Regulation
Scholars call for improved regulation of sports gambling
Pennsylvania (February 10, 2024) — Over 70 million Americans intend to bet on a N…
Georgia Senate Committee advances constitutional amendment for sports betting referendum
A proposed constitutional amendment permitting Georgians to decide on the legalization of sports betting within the state has cleared a sta…
Alabama House approves legislation establishing lottery, casino gambling, sports wagering
The bills move to the Alabama Senate.
The Alabama House of Representatives Thursday passed an ambitious legislative package that — if appr…
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission Releases January 2024 Casino and Sports Wagering Revenue
MGC Releases January 2024 Casino and Sports Wagering Revenue
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission reported today that the month of Januar…
Scientific Games Announces Newest iLottery Studio Partners for SG Content Hub
Company Adds Unique eInstant Games from More Lottery-Focused Studios
ATLANTA – February 15, 2024 – Scientific Games has added two more…
LAND BRANDENBURG LOTTO GmbH (LBL) sees 2023 as another year of growth
Brandenburg lottery players spent around 227 million euros on the LBL's offerings last year. The company, which was founded in 1991, record…
IWG Relaunches with Georgia Lottery
Gretchen Corbin, Georgia Lottery Corporation President and CEO, said: “The Georgia Lottery Corporation is excited to introduce IWG's Instan…
IGT Earns Gold Medal from Leading Sustainability Rating Agency EcoVadis
"Receiving a gold medal from EcoVadis validates IGT's long-time commitment to continuously improving our ESG results and the effectiveness…
Secretary of the Interior Issues Class III Gaming Procedures for Five Tribes Without Role for State of California
On January 31, 2024, the United States Department of the Interior issued gaming procedures under the Federal Indian Gaming Regulatory A…
NY State Sen. Jessica Ramos Nears Decision on Queens Casino Land
New York State Sen. Jessica Ramos, the Democrat representing the Citi Field area, is reportedly nearing a decision on authoring legislation…
IGT Executes Licensing Agreement with Maryland Lottery for Cash Pop Game
“This licensing agreement between the Maryland Lottery and IGT for our proprietary Cash Pop game builds upon our strong momentum expanding…
West Virginia Lottery and casinos generate more than $1 billion annually to support many programs locals rely on
Adding together table games, racetrack betting, sports wagers, video lottery games and the rest of the industry, more than $1.3 billion was…
New Jersey Lottery contributes a record $1.17B to the state
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Lottery released its finalized Audit Report for Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) Monday, reporting a record $3.73 billio…
IGT - International Game Technology PLC to Host Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results Conference Call on Tuesday, March 12, 2024
LONDON, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) will host a conference call and live webcast to…
Australians spending $7 billion a year on lotteries during cost of living crisis
Australians are spending more on lotto tickets and scratchies than ever before, despite cost of living pressures biting into household budg…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) First Lab to Achieve Online Gaming, Wagering, and Retail Sports Betting Accreditation by the General Directorate of Casino Games and Slots Machines of Peru (DGJCMT)
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Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) First Lab to Achieve Online Gaming, Wagering, and Retai…
Record 68 Million Americans to Wager $23.1B on Super Bowl LVIII
As Legal Sports Betting Grows, Big Game Will be Played in Las Vegas for First Time
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February 6, 2024
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Canada: 41% of Ontarians expected to place a wager on Super Bowl LVIII, with 80% set to do it online
A new survey from the Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) shows that four in ten Ontario sports bettors (41 percent) will place a wager on S…
Department of Treasury details impact of sports betting on money laundering
The Department of the Treasury is assessing the impact of sports betting on money laundering.
The department has released the National Mon…
China's lottery ticket sales up in 2023
BEIJING, Feb. 3 (Xinhua) -- China's total lottery ticket sales amounted to 579.7 billion yuan (about 81.64 billion U.S. dollars) in 2023, u…
Amazon government contracts study to implement state lotteries
The government of Amazonas, two years ago, approved Law 5,749, authorizing state lotteries. Recently, the hiring of the company Social Solu…