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A pivotal piece of legislation aiming to completely revamp Texas’ lottery system and dissolve its embattled oversight body has taken another step forward. Senate Bill 3070, which received unanimous support in t...
Hillary Clinton has voiced her support for proposed changes to Northern Ireland's charity lottery laws, highlighting the potential to bring vital funding into the region's civil society. In a video message pres...
International Game Technology PLC (IGT) has been selected to lead the LottoItalia consortium in a successful bid for Italy’s highly prized Lotto license, with the concession slated to extend through November 20...
The Dutch government has reportedly decided not to proceed with the privatization of the national lottery, Nederlandse Loterij. In a recent announcement to the House of Representatives, State Secretary for Taxa...
Lotto.com has taken legal action against the Texas Lottery Commission (TLC), alleging the agency abruptly reversed its position on online lottery couriers and implemented a ban without following proper procedur...
Opening Thoughts
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A Texas woman who won an impressive $83.5 million from the February 2025 Lotto Texas drawing has yet to receive her prize, as state authorities pause the payout process amid an ongoing investigation into the ci...
In February 2025, Virginia's casino sector reported unprecedented revenue figures, marking a significant milestone in the state's gaming industry. The Virginia Lottery's recent report highlighted that the combi...
Vadim Komissarov, the former CEO of Trident Acquisitions Corp. (TDAC), is facing serious federal charges, including securities fraud, obstruction of justice, and perjury. Prosecutors allege he orchestrated a sc...
International Game Technology (IGT) is undergoing a significant transformation as Apollo Global Management proceeds with its $6.3 billion acquisition of the company’s gaming and digital business. The transactio...
In a significant policy shift, the Texas Lottery Commission announced it will prohibit courier services from purchasing lottery tickets, reversing its longstanding stance of non-intervention. This change was di...
The State Lottery of Rio de Janeiro (Loterj) has issued an ordinance suspending all betting operations beyond the state's borders. This decision follows a ruling by Supreme Court Justice André Mendonça, who ord...
The debate over whether to lift Nevada’s longstanding prohibition on lotteries is reigniting as state lawmakers prepare to reconsider a proposed constitutional amendment. While the measure, known as AJR5, secur...
International Game Technology PLC (IGT) has secured a seven-year contract extension with the Thuringian State Lottery (LOTTO Thüringen) in Germany, reinforcing their long-standing relationship. Under this agree...
Scientific Games has taken another leap in expanding its portfolio of licensed properties by introducing NBA-themed instant scratch games to U.S. lotteries. This exciting development stems from a multi-year par...