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Pennsylvania regulator warns U.S. lawmakers over sports wagering through prediction markets
The head of Pennsylvania’s gaming regulator has urged federal lawmakers to address what he described as a growing threat posed by sports pr…
$300m investment round values Kalshi at $5bn
Prediction markets operator Kalshi has raised $300m in its latest funding round and has announced plans to open the product to users from m…
Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $600 Million
RELEASE DATE: 10/11/2025 For just the 11th time in Mega Millions® history, the jackpot has reached $600 million! That’s the estimated annu…
D.C. Mayor Bowser makes fresh bid to legalize poker, blackjack and bingo
Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser has launched a renewed effort to legalize poker, blackjack and commercial bingo as part of a wider pl…
Nevada Gaming Control Board member warns Kalshi, Crypto.com over sports contracts: “The gig is up”
Nevada regulators have signaled a tougher stance toward companies offering prediction market contracts that mirror sports bets, following a…
The Hong Kong Jockey Club has announced the appointment of Casper Stylsvig as Executive Director, Sports Business, effective from January of 2026
Stylsvig will be a member of the Board of Management, reporting directly to HKJC CEO Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges.
According to a company…
Here’s to 20 more years of success for the Oklahoma Lottery’s contributions to Oklahoma Education.
Here’s to 20 more years of success for the Oklahoma Lottery’s contributions to Oklahoma Education. We are honored to be your full-service p…
New York Lottery sales surpass $658 million in September
The sales total for September 2025 was $658.8 million, marking a 9% increase over the same period in the previous year. The rise in sales w…
U.S. gaming industry pays tribute to late IGA Chairman Ernie Stevens Jr. at G2E in Las Vegas
The US tribal gaming sector recognized the policy legacy of Ernest L. “Ernie” Stevens Jr., who led the Indian Gaming Association (IGA) thro…
Pollard Banknote Awarded Contract By The National Lottery Of Belgium To Deliver Omnichannel Gaming Platform
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, October 8, 2025 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”, “the company”; TSX: PBL) is thrilled to announce…
Fennica Gaming appoints Erik Nyman as strategic advisor
Veikkaus subsidiary Fennica Gaming has brought in Erik Nyman as a strategic advisor to support the company’s North American growth strategy…
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the owner of the New York Stock Exchange, is investing up to $2 billion in Polymarket,
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the owner of the New York Stock Exchange, is investing up to $2 billion in Polymarket, valuing the fast-gr…
DC Lottery Expands Game Offerings with Lotto America® Launch
WASHINGTON, D.C.- DC Lottery has recently expanded its portfolio to include the exciting multi-state lottery game, Lotto America®. This gam…
Digitain ‘opens new opportunities’ with European Lotteries membership
Digitain is chasing leads in the lottery industry, with the company securing membership in the European Lotteries (EL) to pursue this goal…
Legal gambling in the U.S.: A state-by-state breakdown of casinos, sports betting and online gaming
The American gambling industry is larger than ever, but also more complex than at any other time in history. Commercial revenue broke recor…
Senators press Commodity Futures Trading Commission over lax enforcement on sports betting contracts
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers is demanding answers from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), accusing the federal agency…
$14 million in proceeds raised for Nebraska Lottery beneficiaries
LINCOLN, Neb. (PRESS RELEASE) - Sales from a record Powerball® jackpot run contributed to $14 million in proceeds transferred this week to…
Swedish government proposes complete ban on gambling with credit
The move would also require operators to take steps to discourage gambling with credit.
Sweden.- The Swedish government has proposed tha…
California Lottery Celebrates 40 Years And An Extra $48 Billion for Public Education
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In 1985, Voters Decided a Little Play Should Make a Student’s…
Commission stats show dominance of National Lottery in UK gambling
The UK Gambling Commission’s (UKGC) annual survey has once again shown that lotteries are by far the most common form of gambling in the co…
AGA issues guidelines on mitigating crypto laundering in AML best practises
The association released the guidelines in an effort to safeguard an industry that has dealt with several major money laundering scandals o…
Svenska Spel makes 18 proposals to improve Swedish gambling market
Stronger protections against gambling harms for younger players and DNS blocking of unlicensed operators are among 18 proposals put forward…
DraftKings signs multi-year advertising agreement with NBCUniversal
The deal includes exclusive integrations and digital sponsorships.
US.- DraftKings has signed a multi-year advertising agreement with NB…
Virginia Pushes Online Casino Legalization with Bill 827, But Vote Deferred to 2026
Virginia is once again exploring entry into the online casino market. Senator Mamie Locke’s SB 827, supported by companion HB 2171, would a…
The Netherlands.- The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has advanced in its clampdown on influencers who promote unlicensed gambling online
10/02/25
Three influencers have been warned that they will face fines if they do not remove content promoting unlicensed gambling.
The…
The New York State Gaming Commission’s Division of Lottery earned top honors in five award categories at NASPL
The New York State Gaming Commission’s Division of Lottery earned top honors in five award categories at the North American Association of…
Georgia Lottery launches Georgia Millionaire scratcher with 3 players to win $1M on New Year’s Day
ATLANTA - The Georgia Lottery today announced the Oct. 1 launch of Georgia Millionaire, a first-of-its-kind scratcher that will see three l…
UK report urges urgent global regulation of skins gambling
The report finds that the most popular skins websites generated more monthly global traffic than major traditional online betting platforms…
Tonight’s Mega Millions Jackpot Jumps to $497 Million
Tonight’s Mega Millions Jackpot Jumps to $497 Million
Sept. 30, 2025
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Mega Millions® jackpot has risen to $497 mil…
MASS LOTTERY PRODUCES $1.067 BILLION IN NET PROFIT IN FISCAL YEAR 2025
For Immediate Release Contact: Rachel Guer…
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued cease-and-desist letters to six unlicensed online casinos
The recent orders were sent to Fortune Horizon Casino, Goat Spins Casino, High Roller Casino, Slots.lv, True Fortune Casino and Vegas Gems…
China Lottery sales decrease by 2% in August
Sales in August reached CNY53.4bn (US$7.48bn).
China.- The Ministry of Finance has reported that Chinese lottery ticket sales reached CN…
Allwyn Participant Protection Conference - Andrew Rhodes speech
Allwyn Participant Protection Conference - Andrew Rhodes speech
23 September 2025
This speech was delivered by Chief Executive Andrew Rho…
California Lottery Neighborhood Store Turns Bonus into a Space for Connection and Play
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September 26, 2025
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California Lottery Retailer Transforms Lucky Win Into Com…
OREGON LOTTERY COMMISSION ADOPTS RULES FOR WINNER ANONYMITY AND TICKET DISCOUNTING
Downloadable file: Oregon's House Bill 3115 takes effect and requires names and addresses of lottery winners to be anonymous.
This weekend…
Pollard Banknote secures California Lottery scratchers contract
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TEXAS LOTTERY WINS TOP AWARDS FOR CREATIVE ADVERTISING
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Program picks up three NASPL Awards
and three…
Arizona Lottery Chief of Staff named to prestigious Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40
PHOENIX (September 25, 2025) – The Arizona Lottery announced today that Chief of Staff May Mgbolu has been named to the Emerging Leaders of…
PrizePicks Sells Majority Stake to Allwyn for $1.6 Billion
Deal with Allwyn International builds on sports gaming and prediction boom
https://www.wsj.com/business/media/prizepicks-sells-majority-st…
Ontario Market Sees 8% Jump in Total Wagers in August
iGaming Ontario reports CAD $8.14 billion in total cash wagers for August Casino dominates with 89% market share
The Ontario igaming marke…
PGRI LOTTERY INDUSTRY HALL OF FAME 2025 Group Photos
CONGRATULATIONS on the Induction of the North American honorees of 2025 Lottery Industry Hall of Fame at NASPL, Niagra Falls, Canada -Mi…
12th EL Congress 2025 - Safeguarding the European Lottery Model; Building a Better World
With more than 550 participants gathered in Bern, the 12th EL Congress once again confirmed its place as the flagship lottery event of the…
United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports (ULIS) Elects Jean-Luc Moner-Banet as President and Appoints New Executive Committee
ULIS Elects Jean-Luc Moner-Banet as President and Appoints New Executive Committee
Leadership transition marks a new chapter for Unite…
Loto-Québec Reports Big Jump in Q1 Revenues
Loto-Québec is reporting YoY revenue growth of more than 11% for the first quarter of the current fiscal year
The crown corporation rep…
California Lottery Awarded for Advertising Excellence in Multiple Categories
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September 19, 2025
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California Lottery Awarded for Advertising Excellence in Mul…
EL re-elects President and appoints new Executive Committee
Bern, 17 September 2025 – During the EL General Assembly on 17 September in Bern (Switzerland), members re-elected Romana Girandon as Presi…
British Columbia Lottery Corporation set to open fifth retail sportsbook
Canadian provincial lottery operator British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) is preparing for the opening of its fifth retail sportsboo…
Arizona Sports Betting Operators Warned To Avoid Prediction Markets
This week, Arizona's Department of Gaming sent a letter to all legal sports betting operators in the state warning them to steer clear of p…
New Jersey Lottery seeks to streamline oversight of couriers
09/19/25
A new proposal would reduce the frequency of registration renewals for lottery courier services.
US.- The New Jersey Lottery h…
Great Britain’s Gambling Commission (GBGC) has released the first of a four-part report into the nation’s illegal online gambling market.
This first instalment focuses on consumer behaviors, motivations and personas – offering new insights into who engages with illegal gamblin…
Intralot secures €660 million in financing for Bally’s Interactive acquisition
INTRALOT further to the announcement dated 21 July 2025 regarding the signing of the definitive transaction agreement with Bally’s Corporat…
Montana Lottery aims to prohibit bulk purchases after group takes gamble on $1.6 million jackpot
Smaller lottery unexpectedly targeted by purchasing group prompts security discussions
Plans partially foiled by another winner
By Kate N…
FanDuel in Delaware North deal
FanDuel and Delaware North have announced a new market access partnership for online sports betting and igaming in the state of West Virgin…
ZEAL Network revenue tops €100 million in first- half 2025
ZEAL Network SE, Germany’s leading online provider of lottery products, recorded substantial and sustainable growth in key performance indi…
Gambling Commission launches Hub to combat black market
The UK Gambling Commission has published the first in a series of reports examining the illegal online gambling market in Great Britain.
T…
Robinhood Fights Back Against Massachusetts Sports Prediction Market Crackdown Over $1 Billion Business
Robinhood Derivatives filed a federal lawsuit yesterday (Monday) seeking to block Massachusetts regulators from enforcing state gambling la…
Bally's to sell Twin River Lincoln under leaseback deal
Bally's announced it is planning to sell Twin River in Lincoln and lease it back from the new owner.
According to a release, the company p…
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) Expands EMEIA Team, Names Lain London Government and Regulatory Affairs Executive
HAARLEM, Netherlands (16 September 2025) – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) is expanding its EMEIA Government & Regulatory Affa…
Hong Kong lawmakers approve bill to legalise basketball betting
Hong Kong’s legislature has passed a bill to legalise basketball betting, approving the measure by 77 votes to two with two abstentions, in…
Congratulations to the Class of 2025 Lottery Industry Hall of Fame
The ceremony to induct the European Honorees was held at the EL (European Lotteries Association) Congress Bern, Switzerland on Tuesday Se…
Congratulations to Totalizator Sportowy on their 70th Anniversary
Warsaw became the venue for the ceremonial inauguration for the 70th anniversary of the company, The central point of the event was the di…
Pollard Banknote Showcases Cutting-Edge Innovations At The European Lotteries Congress And Trade Show 2025
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, September 11, 2025 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) is pleased to announce its participa…
New leadership arrangements for Aristocrat Interactive and Corporate Affairs
Sydney, 12 September 2025
Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL) advises new leadership arrangements for Aristocrat Interactive, and for Gr…
Lottomatica names new directors ahead of FTSE MIB entry
The Italian gambling operator will replace Pirelli in the list of top Milan-traded companies.
Italy.- Lottomatica has appointed two new in…
Scientific Games Looks to Future Following Successful Tech Conversion for The National Lottery with Partner Allwyn UK
Scientific Games Looks to Future Following Successful Tech Conversion for The National Lottery with Partner Allwyn UK
Company’s…
Florida Lottery saw record sales after $1.787 billion Powerball jackpot - WFTV
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. Florida Lottery is celebrating a record-breaking week of sales following the recent $1.787 billion Powerball® jackpot, wh…
Brightstar Lottery Upgrades Retail Central System for Lotto Saxony in Germany via New Seven-Year Contract
Aug 07, 2025
LONDON, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brightstar Lottery PLC (NYSE: BRSL) ("Brightstar") announced today that it will…
Scientific Games Introduces GlowMark, All-New Fluorescent Marking System for Lottery Extended Play Scratch Games
Scientific Games Introduces GlowMark, All-New Fluorescent Marking System for Lottery Extended Play Scratch Games
Vibrant Neon…
IWG Congratulates New Hampshire Lottery on First-to-Market Launch of Wheel Spin Spectacular
IWG Congratulates New Hampshire Lottery on First-to-Market Launch of Wheel Spin Spectacular
New game pairs wheel-spin excitement with…
Abacus and Cash Depot partner up to offer lottery products through in store financial service and cash management kiosks (BANK IN A BOX)
Abacus and Cash Depot partner up to offer lottery products through in store financial service and cash management kiosks (BANK IN A BOX) Ab…
More than $1B raised for education in 2025, NC Lottery Commission says
North Carolina's lottery has exceeded $1 billion in contributions to education for the third year in a row. Officials said the milestone is…
Jumbo Interactive to power Australia’s largest prize home lottery
Jumbo Interactive has entered into a long-term agreement with Returned & Services League of Australia to power RSL Queensland’s flagshi…
ECJ Advocate General: Gambling refund claims do not “abuse” EU law
Advocate General Nicholas Emiliou has concluded that gamblers seeking reimbursement of losses from foreign operators are not abusing Europe…
The GGL has stressed that platforms such as Polymarket are not licensed in the country.
The GGL has stressed that platforms such as Polymarket are not licensed in the country.
Germany.- The German federal gambling regulator…
California Senate Passes Sweepstakes Casino Ban Bill
crackdown on sweepstakes casinos in California is drawing nigh.
Key Takeaways
The California State Senate unanimously passed A.B. 831…
Hong Kong Jockey Club appoints Terecina Kwong to lead membership and customer strategy
Appointment aims to enhance Member engagement, racecourse experience and data strategy.
Key points:
- Kwong to join as Executive Director…
HKJC enhances digital betting tools ahead of new racing season
With the new racing season just days away, The Hong Kong Jockey Club (The Club) is introducing a suite of digital enhancements to the HKJC…
Brightstar Lottery Makes its European Debut with Growth-Driving Lottery Solutions at the 12th EL Congress Sep 08, 2025
LONDON, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brightstar Lottery PLC (NYSE: BRSL) ("Brightstar") announced today that it will demonstrate its impr…
Tickets in Missouri and Texas win $1.787 billion Powerball jackpot
September 07, 2025
Two tickets, sold in Missouri and Texas, matched all six numbers in last night’s Powerball® drawing and will split…
Ireland 1992: The Inside the story of a Bulk-Buying Scheme
PGRI Introduction: You may have seen the recent case in Texas where a “syndicate” bought up every remaining lottery ticket, calculating tha…
Opap H1 gross gaming revenue at EUR 1.15 billion, up 6.5% Y/Y
Greek lottery operator OPAP posted a 5.6% year-on-year increase in gross gaming revenue and net profit in H1, primarily due to significant…
Allwyn second-quarter revenue tops €2.2bn
Allwyn International together with its subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates announces its preliminary unaudited financial results fo…
Pennsylvania Lottery Generates More than $1 Billion for Programs that Benefit Older Pennsylvanians for 14th Consecutive Year
9/2/2025
MEDIA CONTACT: Lottery Media Relations, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Middletown, PA – Pennsylvania Lottery officials today announce…
Nederlandse Loterij updates C-Suite lineup to boost commercial profile
Dutch lottery operator, Nederlandse Loterij, is strengthening its commercial prowess with the addition of two new senior hires.
First off…
Driving The Future Of Lottery: Pollard Banknote Highlights Innovation At NASPL 2025
Press Release
September 4, 2025
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, September 4, 2025 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL)…
Scientific Games Introduces Obsidian, All-Black Holographic Lottery Scratch Games
Premium Instant Scratch Game Innovation Adds Luxury and Uniqueness at Retail with Exclusive Play Experience
ATLANTA – September 4…
Danske Spil reports stable revenue, profit in H1
Denmark’s state-owned gambling operator Danske Spil has reiterated its full-year guidance after revenue and profit for the first half of th…
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board warns bettors of illegal offshore sports wagering sites
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The start of the NFL football season always brings an increased amount of sports wagering by Pennsylvanians. With over 9…
FanDuel adds Keith Whyte as a Responsible Gaming Strategic Advisor
(PRESS RELEASE) -- September marks Responsible Gaming Education Month, and today FanDuel, the premier online gaming company in North Americ…
State Of Wyoming's Investment in DraftKings Feeds Debate Over Gambling Stocks
The State of Wyoming owns about $110,833 worth of shares in sports gambling company DraftKings, the state treasurer’s office confirmed on T…
AGEM Index increased by 5% m-o-m in August
The Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) Index marked August with a high note, rising by 5 percent from the prior month. Co…
Kentucky Lottery giving away 500 free Powerball coupons in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. —
With the jackpot in the billions, Powerball fever is sweeping the nation, including Kentucky.
This Friday, the Kentucky…
TDLR (Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation) takes over lottery operations amidst third-highest Powerball jackpot
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — As the Powerball jackpot approaches almost $2 billion, the third-highest jackpot in the game’s history, the Texas lotter…
The California Lottery kicks off exclusive partnership with the Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers, and Los Angeles Chargers; unveils team-themed scratchers
The California Lottery is unveiling an exclusive new partnership with the Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers, and Los Angeles Chargers…
January-June 2025: Veikkaus preparing for a multi-license market
January-June 2025: Veikkaus preparing for a multi-license market 4.9.2025 14:49:43 | Veikkaus Oy | Press release
During the first half of…
New Jersey Lottery Director Reflects on Powerball Jackpot
Powerball Jackpot Reaches $1.4 Billion Ahead of Tonight’s Drawing
As top prize climbs, record sums come into focus
TRENTON (September 3…
Walter Szrek Honored by NASPL for Industry Contributions
We’re proud to share that our co-founder, Walter Szrek, has been honored by NASPL for his outstanding contributions to the lottery industry…