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Down but Not Out: Entain’s Gamble on the Resurgence of Unikrn
In today’s market, it’s hard enough to build and maintain a successful business, but it’s even more difficult to do so in an up-and-com...
The Virginia Lottery Becomes the First Cloud-Based iLottery Program in the U.S.
LANSING, Michigan, April 4, 2023 /CNW/ – NeoPollard Interactive LLC (“NeoPollard Interactive” or “NPi”), jointly owned by Pollard Banknot...
BL Promos is celebrating its 48th Anniversary this month
Servicing the lottery & gaming industry, as well as, state agencies, and other organizations, throughout the USA, and Europe. BL Pr...
Allwyn planning to bid for majority stake in Irish lottery
Czech group looks to further expansion after winning the contract to operate UK’s national sweepstake
Allwyn, Europe’s biggest lottery g...
Skill Games Makers, Operators Sue Kentucky for banning so-called "gray machines"
LOUISVILLE, Ky. Pace-O-Matic and other "skill game" companies are suing the state of Kentucky for banning so-called "gray machines."
Ea...
IGT’s Asher Receives White House Appointment
President Joe Biden has appointed IGT’s Joe Asher to chair the Board of Trustees for the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars...
NCPG Announces New Advisory Board Chair, Vice Chair
National Council on Problem Gambling Executive Director Keith Whyte recently announced Christopher Hebert, J.D., director of the Gaming D...
Anita Vegter will be the latest Chairperson of Kansspelautoriteit’s advisory board
Taking effect immediately, the new appointee will be replacing Ronald Prins as the Chairperson of the regulator’s advisory board. Having ...
Kentucky becomes the 38th state to legalize sports betting, effective in June
To add to the commonwealth’s record-breaking economic momentum, boost tourism and ensure more money stays in state, Gov. Andy Beshear tod...
Pennsylvania Skill Games Legal Battle Heading To State’s Supreme Court
Pennsylvania skill games are going to the PA Supreme Court. Pace-O-Matic (POM), a manufacturer of skill game machines, is facing off ag...
Effort to create Nevada lottery picks up steam despite casino industry opposition
A legislative proposal allowing Nevada to operate a state lottery could slice into the revenue stream of Northern Nevada casino operator ...
Alec Esteban Thomson named the next Executive Director of the Arizona Lottery, beginning April 17, 2023.
PHOENIX (March 24, 2023) – The Arizona Lottery is pleased to welcome Governor Katie Hobbs’ appointment of Alec Esteban Thomson to serve a...
New Hampshire online casino bill approved in the Senate, now heads to House
Passing New Hampshire online casino legislation through the Senate wasn’t easy. But nothing involving online casino legislation has been ...
Iowa Lottery sales continue on record pace through February
Iowa Lottery sales through February are up 16% compared to last year and are 57% above budget projections.
Lottery spokesperson Mary Neu...
The Kentucky Senate gave final passage to, and Governor signed into law, a bill banning "gray machines"
The Kentucky Senate gave final passage Tuesday to a bill banning so-called "gray machines," the video games with cash payouts that have p...
IGT Notice of 2023 Annual General Meeting and 2022 Annual Report and Accounts
LONDON – March 30, 2023 – International Game Technology PLC (“IGT”) (NYSE: IGT) today announced the posting of its Notice of the 2023 Ann...
EL Advertising Awards 2023 - Open for submissions!
The European Lotteries (EL) is proud to announce the opening of the submission period for the EL Advertising Awards 2023! The deadl...
How a Popular Video Game Trait Can Trigger Gambling Problems
Loot boxes have become a lucrative new feature in video games—and they may be encouraging gambling habits in children and young adults.
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$50 scratch tickets fuel record-breaking month for Massachusetts Lottery
The Lottery's "Billion Dollar Extravaganza" game contributed to six straight weeks of instant ticket sales over $90 million, a weekly mar...
British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) joins United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports (ULIS)
British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) has joined United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports (ULIS) following the approval of the ULIS...
NeoPollard Interactive announces addition of Pick 3 and Pick 4 to North Carolina Education Lottery’s online play
LANSING, Michigan, March 27, 2023 (CNW) – NeoPollard Interactive LLC (“NeoPollard Interactive” or “NPi”), jointly owned by Pollard Bankno...
Launch of adesso lottery portfolio for state lotteries in the USA and Canada
Market entry North America: Software and consulting for lotteries in USA and Canada WLA-certified IT service provider adesso goes to Nort...
Hoosier Lottery promotes Positive Play for Financial Literacy Month
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 30, 2023 – The Hoosier Lottery, recipient of World Lottery Association (WLA) Level 4 Certification through 2...
BCLC new ad campaign is urging gamblers to take a breather and make more responsible choices
The Crown corporation is urging gamblers to take a breather and make more responsible choices.
The British Columbia Lottery Corporation ...
Kentucky Governor Beshear Signs Bills Legalizing Sports Betting
Beshear signed HB 551 legalizing sports betting in Kentucky.
“This was really a team effort,” primary sponsor Rep. Michael Merdith, R-O...
Entain's unikrn brand inks multi-year partnership with esports company BLAST
Online gaming giant Entain announced Wednesday that its esports betting unikrn has entered a multi-year global partnership with esports e...
Pollard Banknote Celebrates 50 Years! Of Maryland Lottery Success
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, March 30, 2023 /CNW/ – Pollard Banknote Limited (“Pollard Banknote”; TSX: PBL) congratulates the Maryland Lottery...
Powerball® Debuts New NASCAR® Playoff Promotion
Powerball® Debuts New NASCAR® Playoff Promotion
“Official Lottery Game of NASCAR” to Award $1 Million at Cup Series Championship R...
Aristocrat Gaming Selects Inspired Entertainment for Virtual Sports Offering Through National Football League (NFL) License
March 24, 2023 – Aristocrat Gaming™ announced today that they have chosen Inspired Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: INSE) as their partner to...
New Updates to AGA Responsible Marketing Code for Sports Wagering Prohibit “Risk Free,” Enhance College-Aged Protections
AGA Members Continue to Raise Standard for Responsible Gaming
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