Lottery

World Casino News covers online and land-based lottery happenings in nearly every country on earth. Read their plans here first when giants in the industry such as Lottomatica swallow up legendary casino game developers and equipment manufacturers like IGT - or watch the stock markets as European companies like William Hill try to block a company such as Scientific Games' acquisition of online M&A behemoth NYX.

From India to London and Rhode Island to Japan watch for new games, new partnerships, and new scandals as players in the $3 billion a year industry blur the lines between traditional business models, online sales, and casino gaming. You can also find the latest winning numbers and the worlds lottery games by visiting the World Casino Directory Lotto pages.

Apollo’s IGT Acquisition Moves Forward as Mega Millions Ticket Price Increases

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...

Loterj Halts Nationwide Betting Operations Following Supreme Court Ruling

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...

IGT renews partnership with LOTTO Thüringen through a seven-year contract

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 Unveils NBA-Branded Scratch Games Across U.S. Lotteries

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...

Is It Time for Illinois to Embrace iGaming? The Push for Legalization Amid Casino Expansion

On November 7, 2024, Illinois marked a significant milestone in its gaming industry with the opening of the Wind Creek Casino in East Hazel Crest. This new development was a welcome addition to the state’s gami...

Goa Sets a Milestone with India’s First Government-Sanctioned Online Lottery Platform

Goa is on the brink of a major transformation in its lottery industry, as it gears up to launch the first government-sanctioned online lottery in India. This move positions Goa as a pioneer among Indian states ...