The UK government has launched a consultation on proposals that would prevent licensed betting operators from offering wagers on the outcome of National Lottery Powerball draws, a move aimed at aligning the game with existing protections that apply to other National Lottery products. The consultation, led by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), opened this week and will remain active until 23:59 on 4 November 2026. Officials are seeking feedback from businesses, consumers, lottery stakeholders and other […]

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Loto-Québec opened its 2026-27 fiscal year with higher revenue and profit, supported by stronger performance from its casino operations and increased activity across several lottery products. For the three months ended June 29, the Québec government-owned lottery and gaming corporation generated revenue of C$782.6 million, an increase of 2.1% compared with the same period a year earlier. Consolidated net income reached C$398.1 million, rising 3.6% year-on-year and surpassing internal targets. The latest results highlighted the growing importance of the casino […]

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OpenBet has entered into an agreement to acquire sportsbook technology provider OmniLogic as it seeks to expand its presence in regulated lottery markets worldwide. The proposed transaction requires regulatory approval and is expected to close later in 2026. The financial terms of the agreement have not been disclosed. The deal will add OmniLogic’s sportsbook technology and existing operator relationships to OpenBet’s business. OpenBet expects the acquisition to support its work with World Lottery Association members and strengthen its provision of […]

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The appointment of Phil Walker as interim chief executive of the UK National Lottery operator has come under political scrutiny, with concerns raised over his past record in the gambling sector and his recent involvement with a major adult gaming center operator. Allwyn UK, which holds the National Lottery license until 2034, announced that Walker will replace outgoing chief executive Andria Vidler on an interim basis from 7 September. The company has described the appointment as an opportunity to bring […]

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Sizekhaya Holdings has officially taken over South Africa’s National Lottery operations as of 1 June 2026, marking the first change in operator since 2015 and ending Ithuba Holdings’ 11-year tenure. The transition begins an eight-year licence period overseen in partnership with the National Lotteries Commission. The move places the consortium at the centre of one of the country’s largest public gaming contracts, widely estimated at around R180 billion over its duration. The lottery is framed by Sizekhaya as both a […]

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North Carolina lawmakers are examining possible tax increases tied to sports betting and lottery activity as they work through budget negotiations that include raises for teachers and state employees. Discussions taking place behind closed doors have included raising the current tax rate paid by sports betting operators and adding new taxes connected to lottery purchases and individual wagers, according to reports from WRAL citing people familiar with the negotiations. Those individuals spoke anonymously because they were not authorized to discuss […]

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Australian wagering and gaming operator Tabcorp Holdings is under investigation by financial crimes regulator Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre over concerns tied to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing compliance. The company disclosed that AUSTRAC had informed it of “serious concerns” regarding Tabcorp’s ability to identify, mitigate and manage money laundering and terrorism financing risks. According to statements released through the Australian Securities Exchange, the investigation will initially examine whether the company maintained a compliant AML/CTF program, followed that program […]

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Ireland’s National Lottery operator has called on the government to prohibit bookmakers from offering bets on lottery results, arguing the long-standing practice is diverting substantial revenue and affecting contributions to public initiatives. The issue has sparked disagreement with betting industry representatives, who maintain that such wagers are a legitimate and established part of their business. Premier Lotteries Ireland (PLI), which manages the National Lottery, estimates that the availability of betting on lottery outcomes has redirected around €289 million in annual […]

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Bally’s Intralot has signed a new long-term agreement with Polla Chilena de Beneficencia S.A. to provide lottery, sports betting and digital technology services in Chile. The contract was awarded after a competitive procurement process and can run for up to 12 years, with a 10-year base term and an option to extend for up to two additional years. The deal strengthens Bally’s Intralot’s relationship with Polla Chilena, one of Chile’s two major state-owned lottery operators. Together with Lotería de Concepción, […]

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In a major step toward modernizing its operations, the Minnesota Lottery has entered into a seven-year partnership with Scientific Games. This agreement is part of an effort to replace the lottery’s outdated systems with new technologies aimed at enhancing both its retail and digital networks. The partnership has the potential for a three-year extension, marking a long-term commitment between the two organizations. A Fresh Approach to Technology The core of this technological overhaul will be powered by Scientific Games’ Momentum ecosystem, a […]

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