In the rural areas of Ghana with limited internet coverage, USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) technology is changing the way people engage in lottery and sports betting. Without the need for a network connection, this convenient service allows ordinary mobile phone users to participate
Allwyn International, headquartered in Switzerland, recently announced that it has completed the sale of its casino assets in Germany and Australia, further focusing on the lottery and online gambling markets. Additionally, the company has reached an agreement to acquire the remaining 15.51% minorit
The global gambling industry can be roughly divided into four major sectors: Casino, Lottery, Sports betting, and other forms of gambling, each accounting for about a quarter of the market size, with an overall market valuation of approximately 600 billion US dollars. Lotteries are usually operated
The authorities of the corporation were present at the meeting of the World Lottery Association.United States.- Representatives of the Ibero-American Corporation of State Lotteries and Betting (Cibelae) were present at the recent meeting of the Executive Committee of the World Lottery Association (W
Sports betting revenues in Kansas, US, rose 48.2 per cent month-on-month in February. The state’s regulator, the Kansas Lottery, said revenue across retail and online rose from US$16.2m in January to $23.9m. Year-on-year, revenues were up a massive 683.7 per cent from $3.1m in February 2024, whic
FDJ Rebrands as FDJ UNITED, Posts Impressive 2024 FinancialsLa Française des Jeux (FDJ), the operator of France and Ireland’s national lotteries, has published its latest financial report, highlighting strong 2024 results. In addition to that, the company unveiled a new identity, rebranding itself t
On Saturday (25), the fifteenth draw of the Trem das 11, a new product from the Loteria de Minas Gerais and the MSL Group (Mineira da Sorte Loteria), took place. A total of 1,105 people were awarded in the 12 administrative regions of the state. For the next draw (1st day), bettors will be able to c
The company posted a 10.5 per cent drop in revenue in the first half of the financial year 2025.Australia.-Jumbo Interactive Limitedhasshared its financial results for the first half of the financial year 2025. Revenue was down 10.5 per cent year-on-year to AU$66.13m (US$42.34m). Net profit after ta
Payflo announces a collaboration with MoneyGram to launch cash access services for players in the regulated US gambling and lottery industry.This partnership is expected to meet the growing demand for secure cash payment methods, offering solutions that do not require a bank account or prepaid card.
With a portfolio displaying more than 100 licensed brands, igaming company Scientific Games has extended its collaboration with Gaming Realms and the Slingo brand for an additional five years.“We are thrilled to extend our successful collaboration with Gaming Realms, allowing us to continue deliveri
It is well known that online sports betting, poker, and casino companies operate legally in the country without any restrictions.Mexico is one of the fastest-growing gambling nations due to new legislation that allows casinos, racetracks, and pool facilities to operate in the country. Gambling compa
Uzbekistan has announced a detailed regulatory framework for online gambling and lotteries, marking a significant shift in the country's stance on digital gaming activities.The new regulations were approved by the Cabinet on December 6 and will take effect on January 1, 2025.The National Agency for
Scientific Games and the NBA Wednesday announced a multi-year agreement to produce licensed instant scratch games.Scientific Games will work with U.S. lotteries to help create custom second-chance promotions and experiential prizes to amplify the NBA-themed scratch games. Lotteries also can work wit
The Association of Ticket Sellers requested that the draft bill seeking to increase the percentage to 20 percent be addressed. "We have been waiting for this for 20 years," said the union leader, Fernando González.Panama.- Sellers of chances and tickets of the National Lottery of Charity (LNB) have
Allwyn Q3 Boosted by Strong Performance in Key MarketsAllwyn has published its preliminary unaudited financial results for the third quarter of 2024. As the company recorded increases across the board, CEO Robert Chvatal expressed excitement about its standout performance in Greece and Cyprus.A Stro
A recent changing of the guard in Senate leadership likely doesn’t change the prospects for approval of a gambling and lottery package in the 2025 session, according to State Sen. Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville).The final version of a gambling and lottery package passed the House but fell short by one vot
