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Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. Join Forces for Sports Streaming Service
The move takes aim at a major issue for media companies as viewers abandon cable and prices soar for broadcast rights to sporting events…
Virginia Explained: The never-ending battle over skill games
After Senate’s friendly approach, House pushes tougher rules on slots-like devices
No matter how many times Virginia tries to ban so-calle…
Massachusetts Lottery’s Super Bowl ad features Taylor, new $50 scratch ticket
If you’re in Massachusetts and only watching the Super Bowl for Taylor, make sure you’re looking out for the Massachusetts State Lottery’s…
Mississippi Lottery transfers over $8.5 million to state
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) has transferred $8,521,485.75 in net proceeds to the fund the Lottery Proceeds Fund in the Missis…
Svenska Spel Year-end report 2023: Sustainable gambling continues to increase - the board intends to propose a dividend of SEK 1.9 billion
The Svenska Spel Group has had a stable year in 2023. I am happy that the board intends to propose a dividend of SEK 1.9 billion to the own…
Dutch betting finance risk check debate flares up
Developments in Netherlands gambling regulation are beginning to mirror those in the more established UK market regarding customer financ…
Maryland's Casino Post $153.2M in January, a downturn versus 2023
Comparatively, the revenue figures for January 2024 closely resembled those of January 2022, when gaming revenues reached $153.8 million. C…
Lottery.com Inc. Secures Increased Funding From Univest
AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lottery.com Inc. (Nasdaq: LTRY, LTRYW) (“Lottery.com” or the “Company”), a leading technol…
West Flagler Asks US Supreme Court To Review Challenge Of Seminole Compact In Florida
A Florida pari-mutuel company is asking the US Supreme Court to take a look at the legality of the Seminole Tribe’s gaming compact with the…
Alabama Bill Proposes Casinos, Sports Betting, and a State Lottery
A group of Alabama lawmakers has unveiled a gambling bill aiming to introduce various forms of gambling, including a state lottery and the…
AGS’ Interactive division, will partner with EQL Games to provide real-money online games to U.S. and Canadian iLottery players
LAS VEGAS, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PlayAGS, Inc. (NYSE: or “the Company”), a leading supplier of high-performing slot, table, an…
Living Lucky with Luke Combs Promotion Culminates in a Night of Unforgettable Wins, Star-Studded Performances, and Lottery Magic
Living Lucky with Luke Combs Promotion Culminates in a Night of Unforgettable Wins, Star-Studded Performances, and Lottery Magic at the ico…
Sächsische Lotto-GmbH is Preparing for the Future with New Sales Management
At the beginning of the year, Marcel Körner joined the sales management of Sächsische Lotto-GmbH. He succeeds Jürgen Grasse, who is retirin…
Jackpocket Announces First Major Television Sweepstakes In New Series Blank Slate On Game Show Network
NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jackpocket, the #1 lottery app in the U.S.*, today announced its first major national television swe…
New Taiwan Lottery Year of Dragon scratch cards to pay out NT$19.9 billion
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — To celebrate the Year of the Dragon, the Taiwan Lottery has launched five new scratch cards that will pay over NT$19…
Oregon Lottery Offers Bets “For the Swifties” During Super Bowl
Oregon Lottery debuted sports betting in October 2019 and since that time, a total of $1.75 billion has been wagered. Oregon Lottery’s Spor…
Judge rules NJ casinos have no duty to stop compulsive gamblers from betting
In dismissing a lawsuit from a self-described problem gambler, a judge ruled Atlantic City casinos have no legal obligation to cut off thos…
Sports betting boom fuels concerns over problem gambling | 60 Minute
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There’s been a surge of young problem gamblers since sports betting was legalized. An addiction therapist warns AI-powe…
ICE 2024 - Andrew Rhodes speech at the Consumer Protection Zone
06 February 2024
This speech was delivered by chief executive Andrew Rhodes at the Consumer Protection Zone at ICE on Tuesday 6 February 2…
Scientific Games' Newest Omnichannel Gaming System to Power Retail and Digital Sales for National Lottery of Denmark
SCIENTIFIC GAMES’ NEWEST OMNICHANNEL GAMING SYSTEM TO POWER RETAIL AND DIGITAL SALES FOR NATIONAL LOTTERY OF DENMARK
New Contract Marks To…
Mass Lottery's new $50 ticket features grand prize of $1 million a year for life
“We released our first $50 lottery ticket last year and it quickly became the best-selling ticket in the country,” said State Treasurer Deb…
Costa Rica Social Protection Board carries out market study
Lottery and Games of Chance providers can participate.
The Social Protection Board of Costa Rica (JPS) extends the invitation for lottery…
Prague slot machine ban now fully in force
The Czech capital had approved the ban in 2020.
Czech Republic.- The Czech capital of Prague has imposed the ban on slot machines first ap…
Allwyn partners with Instant Win Gaming to strengthen its content offering
LUCERNE, Switzerland, 5 February 2024 – Allwyn, a leading multi-national lottery operator headquartered in Switzerland, today announces t…
Barcelona confirmed as the host city for ICE and iGB Affiliate from 2025
Following an extensive and detailed six-month competitive bid process involving Barcelona, London, Madrid and Paris, Clarion Gaming announ…
Florida House advances bill targeting illegal gambling, but faces scrutiny over unintended consequences
A House bill aimed at addressing concerns related to illegal gambling operations in Florida has successfully passed its second committee, t…
Hawaii online poker and sports betting bill introduced in Senate
State Senator Ronald D. Kouchi of Hawaii has introduced Senate Bill 3376, a piece of legislation that aims to position the Aloha State as a…
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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Washington, D.C. – The American Gaming Association (AGA) will…
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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PGRI INTERVIEWS Joseph Bunevith Vice President, Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs, Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) GamingLabs.com
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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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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…