NH House panel rejects casino bill by one vote Full House likely to vote on expanded gaming bill next week

Oregon: "The majority of poker operations in Oregon are operating outside of social gaming statutes," Rep. Julie Parrish, R-West Linn, told a panel of lawmakers who are considering House Bill 3518, which could shut down the clubs

Long Island casino in play in NY

Legislative auditors fault NM gambling regulators

Atlantic Lottery’s PRO•LINE sales have been steadily increasing, growing by 69 per cent over the past five years

“Since hockey came back from the lockout, bettors have been loving their hockey betting so much that we have seen wagers more than 30 per cent higher than last season, on a per game basis,” says James Reilly, Atlantic Lottery’s senior brand manager for sport lotteries. “And with so many teams that are local favourites making the playoffs this year, we expect the trend to continue,” Reilly added.

Powerball interest building

JOBS: NCEL, New Mexico, Northstar, Oregon, Virginia

Pollard Banknote Limited (TSX: PBL) (Pollard Banknote) launches the Michigan Lottery’s latest $20 game, Diamond Payout

“Our excitement for this ticket originated with its striking appearance – the Scratch FX® allows for a ticket design that emulates the appearance of actual diamonds – and continued because of its impressive sales results,” commented Tom Weber, Chief Deputy Commissioner, Michigan Lottery. “This is a great looking product with a high payout and, as sales indicate, our players are taking notice.”

UK National Lottery Seeks PR Firm To Make 'Players Feel Proud'

NLPU head of media Michael Thompson told the Holmes Report "The research we’ve done indicate that people who play the lottery want to know what’s happened to that money," added Thompson, noting that while other non-profits are struggling in the current economic environment, the National Lottery's return to good causes has "steadily increased" in recent years, now accounting for 28 percent of lottery income. According to tender documents, the 'My National Lottery' campaign aims to “increase public knowledge of the variety and extent of National Lottery funding to good causes and to encourage National Lottery players to make the link between their spend on lottery products and the impact on communities all across the UK.”

Nevada’s gambling regulators are concerned about the gambling bill (SB 346) which contains a proposal to allow private equity firms to place bets in Nevada’s racing and sports betting arenas

Ultimate Poker, unlicensed service provider relationship probed

SC Education Superintendent Wants Extra Lottery Money to Buy Buses

Ohio Lottery scratch-off games have seen their sales drop 4 percent now that the state’s casinos and racinos are open for business

The Ohio Lottery also oversees operations at the racinos, including Scioto Downs in Columbus, that offer slots-like video lottery terminals. A commission official told the Beacon Journal that revenue from the racinos are expected to more than make up for any drop in gambling on traditional lottery games.

Jacobs Entertainment pitches unsolicited $144M sale of holdings to W.Va.’s MTR Gaming Group

William Hill CEO Extends Contract to 2015

Ontario lottery corporation’s plans to be reviewed, frustrated Premier says

Manitoba to end VLT moratorium

CVC ends $1.5 billion pursuit of Betfair

Banks have yet to install online gambling software

Spain: Lotería Nacional Extra - May Special Raffle Draw

Veikkaus lottery drawing will no longer be issued by the Finnish public broadcaster YLE

Tennessee Lottery is adding 'Hot Lotto" a sixth drawing-style game

WMS shareholders OK Scientific Games merger

Indiana Gov. Pence signs gaming legislation

William Hill Signs New Jersey Sportsbetting Deal

Sports-betting is still not legal, but some have high hopes that new legislation will pave te way for sports-betting in New jersey

Kansas casino revenue grows most in U.S.

America’s nontribal casinos took in $37.3 billion from gamblers last year, an increase of 4.8 percent over 2011. Kansas topped the list with more than 600 percent growth. Kansas had a number of new casinos open in late 2011 and in 2012, and those included Star Casino in Mulvane. Other casino industry factoids include: Las Vegas remains the nation’s top gambling market, with more than $6.2 billion in revenue last year. Despite adding a 12^th casino, New Jersey experienced the largest decline (8%) in casino revenue. Delaware, which also is battling a glut of casinos in the mid-Atlantic region, saw its casino revenue fall 4.7 percent to $526.6 million last year. Indiana was down 4 percent, to $2.61 billion. Pennsylvania saw a 4.6 percent increase, and surpassed New Jersey to become the second-largest casino market in the nation after Nevada. More than 76 million (around 25%) Americans visited a casino last year. Playing the lottery remains the most popular game of chance in America, with just over half of respondents saying they bought a ticket last year.

Pre-legislative Report and analyses of the U.K. Draft Gambling (Licensing and Advertising) Bill.

PGRI Note: The UK Gambling Commission estimates that global remote Internet Gambling Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) to be over GBP 20 billion (which is $30 billion U.S.; 24 billion euro) globally. This report explains why the i-gambling industry must be brought into a regulatory framework that is properly taxed and includes effective controls for the protection of the consumer. And why “prohibition” is no longer a feasible public policy. These principles and rationales would appear this reporter to be universally applicable to other jurisdictions. Following are excerpts:
“The current regulatory framework for online gambling has failed to create a level playing field between operators based in the UK and those based overseas. This is because, whilst companies based in the UK are subject to strict regulation and high taxation, those based overseas can be lightly or unregulated whilst paying little or no tax. This situation could allow unregulated—‘grey’—markets to emerge, able to attract UK customers because they can offer better odds as the result of their lower cost bases. It is therefore important that effective enforcement methods are put in place to prevent unlicensed companies from operating into the UK and that the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and other agencies also work to encourage international co-operation and a common approach. Around 80% of remote (that is, online) gambling in the UK is conducted with operators which are not licensed in the UK. Prohibition was neither desirable nor enforceable and that it was more sensible to license and regulate sites than to leave customers to gamble with operators who might be subject to less stringent, or no, regulation. We support the principle that gambling should be regulated on a ‘point of consumption’ basis: where the consumer is located (as opposed to where the operator is based). The Government and the Gambling Commission assured us that the Commission had at its disposal all the tools it needed for effective enforcement. The overseas-based remote gambling operators generally opposed the Bill.”

Florida: Tickets For Mega Millions Game Go On Sale This Week

Morgan Stanley Study: US Online Gambling Worth $9.3b in 2020

Online Collection Gives U.S. Indians Ways to Get Revenue: Taxes

NV Regulator: Group betting could lead to embarrassment for state

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New Mexico Lottery Announces Changes to Hot Lotto® Drawing Game

JOB: Georgia Lottery Vice President, Coin Operated Amusement Machine

First Legal U.S. Gambling Site Will Comp You Windows 7

Tarzan Added to MDI Properties Portfolio

“We’re very pleased to have reached this agreement,” said Steve Saferin, President, Properties Group and Chief Creative Officer for Scientific Games. “The enormous popularity of Tarzan™ spans generations, and he appeals to both men and women. Combine this broad appeal with the fact that he is a heroic icon known for being adventurous and victorious, and we think he’s a perfect fit for the fun-loving spirit of lottery games and players.” Edgar Rice Burroughs™ created the legendary Tarzan™ character in 1912. Since then, Tarzan™ has thrilled fans throughout the years in 25 novels and hundreds of comic books. Actors have portrayed him in more than 50 films and a variety of radio, TV and stage productions.

LOTTOMATICA GROUP ANNOUNCES 30% RISE IN FIRST QUARTER NET INCOME

We delivered another solid set of results in the first quarter. And we made significant progress toward implementing our new operating model, under which we will act as a single, unified customer-facing company that can meet the evolving needs of our customers in an effective and efficient manner,” said Marco Sala, CEO of Lottomatica Group. “The senior leadership of the Company has embraced and adapted to their new roles. Earlier today, our shareholders approved the adoption of the ‘GTECH’ name, effective June 3. Going forward we will operate under the GTECH banner, one of the most respected and valued brands in the global gaming industry, under the ticker symbol GTK.”

Caesars Palace casino, others to ban Google Glass

Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) Releases April 2013 Index

Vermont Lottery unveils new Tri-State game, GIMME 5!

Lottomatica Group annual shareholders' meeting

Bally Technologies, Inc. announced that Hialeah Park Casino has selected Bally’s award-winning games and systems solutions at its South Florida property

JCM Brings Better Smarter Faster Solutions to G2E Asia

JOBS: Georgia, Minnesota, Northstar, Oregon

New Jersey Lottery Releases its Fiscal Year 2012 Annual Report

Carole Hedinger, Executive Director said, “While the financial success of the Lottery is our goal, the embodiment of the mission is recognized by witnessing the people who benefit from our work each year. It is my privilege to affirm that the Lottery has once again fulfilled its mission of providing revenue to the State in support of vital programs and institutions. “The Lottery continues to function as an integral component of the state’s economy,” Hedinger added. “It affords small, mid-size and large businesses a revenue generation source and additional marketing opportunities that non-lottery retailers do not have.” The nearly 6,500 strong Lottery retailer network received more than $153 million in revenue from earned lottery commissions during this challenging economy, up from $146 million in FY 2011.

Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) Florida Lottery Lottery Consultant Services

Gov. Chris Christie has vetoed legislation that would have required legislative approval for any contract allowing a private company to operate the New Jersey lottery.

GTECH declares interest in Irish National Lottery

Georgia Lottery to Implement OnePlace for its Salesforce

WMS Reports Fiscal 2013 Third Quarter Results

RFP: SZERENCSEJÁTÉK ZRT., THE HUNGARIAN STATE LOTTERY CO. The deadline for the submission of tenders is 2pm 8th May, 2013

UK GAMBLING COMMISSION E-BULLETIN

Are you ready for RFID chips built into your money and documents?

A quantum internet capable of sending perfectly secure messages has been running at Los Alamos National Labs for the last two and a half years, MIT Technology Review reports.

One of the dreams for security experts is the creation of a quantum internet using quantum cryptography that allows perfectly secure communication based on the powerful laws of quantum mechanics.

Amaya Gaming hires former Absolute Poker CEO andCOO Paul Leggett as its head of online gaming

Illinois Regulator rips ‘cosmetic changes’ on Chicago casino in revised gambling bill

The Scottish Government must explain how the National Lottery will operate in an independent Scotland

Multimedia Games CEO to Ring NASDAQ Closing Bell Tuesday, May 7

Tabcorp and Tatts hit with nearly $85 million in levy charges for the 2012-13 year

‘‘Tatts strongly disputes the reasonableness of the determination made by the Treasurer and its legal sustainability,’’ Tatts said in a statement today. Both Tabcorp and Tatts said the levy was contrary to their expectations and both are considering legal action to defend their business and shareholders from the tax grab.

Szrek2Solutions’ Trusted Draw™ System Launch for Oregon Lottery

RFR: Massachusetts State Lottery Commission WTO LOT # 1309 Lottery Retail Management System

RFP: The Atlantic Lottery Corporation (ALC) intends to procure VLTs for use in ALC controlled jurisdictions

Another Federal i-Gaming bill to be introduced

PGRI Note: This article is like much of the media coverage. It appears to be impartial reporting, but is actually regurgitating the party-line of the pro-federalization Big Casino interests.

For instance, it states that "Reports have shown that legislators on a federal level would like to hurry and pass a measure so that the state-by-state process will not continue to grow." The implication is that there is something wrong or undesirable about the state-by-state process. And what "reports" are they referring to? The implication being that there is some kind of groundswell of legislators at the federal level who are lining up to take away states' rights to regulate i-gaming.

For instance: "Federal legislation will need to be put in place soon to gather a strong hold in the industry." That could be true which is precisely why we need to be vigilant and do everything we can to make sure federal legislation does not happen before some more states have enough time to implement their own regulatory and taxation framework.

For instance: "Federal legislation could allow states to offer poker options if they so choose and offer larger player pooling options." It's almost as if they are saying that federalization of i-gaming would be a good thing for the states. States already have the option of offering i-gaming. The only thing a federal framework would do is to dictate at least some of the terms and conditions, and potentially tax rates, under which states would be allowed to offer i-gaming. Federalization of i-gaming regulations would benefit Big Casino to the severe detriment of all the states except Nevada.

Irish National Lottery sees online sales jump by 43%

Scientific Games Selected by Delaware Lottery as Primary Vendor with 888 to Operate Internet Gaming Systems and Services

This joint effort combines 888's decade-long experience being at the forefront of the online gaming industry with Scientific Games' proven ability to provide added value, turnkey solutions to government-sponsored (B2G) and commercial (B2B) gaming operators and Williams Interactive's premium iGaming products and services.

Greece Accepts Revised Emma Delta Bid for Opap Stake

Emma Delta offered 652 million euros ($861 million), the Athens-based Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund said in an e-mailed statement today. The deal is subject to regulatory approval, the fund said. As part of the deal, Greece will also receive 60 million euros in a dividend for 2012. The “first major Greek privatization was successfully completed today,” Finance Minister Yannis Stournaras said, according to an e-mailed statement sent from his Athens-based office today. Emma Delta is a variable equity fund controlled by Jiri Smejc and George Melissanidis, according to a statement from the fund. Investors include Czech Republic-based Emma Group and Russia’s ICT Group.

POLLARD BANKNOTE awarded Lotterywest contract

In awarding the contract, Lotterywest Chief Executive Officer, Jan Stewart stated, “We’re always looking for ways to increase our contribution to the community, and are eager to integrate Pollard Banknote’s innovative print and interactive products into our collection. We believe that the introduction of these new products into the market in addition to the products provided by our other instant ticket providers will build on our strategy to engage existing players and attract new ones, while ensuring we maintain the integrity of our core values as an organization, and our continued commitment to our community.”

Lottery

New Jersey Lottery Executive Director is on a Winning Streak In and Out of the Lottery
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Missouri Lottery Begins "1-Off" Game
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Maryland Rocky Gap casino tops $700k in first 10 days
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Michigan Lottery: If the Tigers are your favorite major league baseball team to support, check out the Michigan Lottery’s “Detroit Tigers” Pull Tab
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Illinois VLTs: 4400 Placed In First Six Months
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Ohio State extends contract with lottery manager Intralot
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Kentucky on target to start keno by November
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Massachusetts State Lottery is introducing a new poker-themed KENO-style monitor game
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Wyoming Gov. Mead still mulling state lottery board members
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Scratch tickets propelling Minnesota State Lottery to record sales
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Corporate

Hudson Alley Software announced today that it has opened an office in Plano Texas
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GTECH Corporation announced that it has signed a one-year contract extension to continue providing lottery technology and ongoing services to the Arizona Lottery through August 30, 2016
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INTRALOT will welcome at its booth the European Lotteries’ key industry executives participating at the 7th EL Congress which will take place in Tel Aviv, Israel, June 3-6, 2013
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SPIELO International has won “Exporter of the Year” at the 2013 New Brunswick Export Awards
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Tarzan Added to MDI Properties Portfolio
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Bally Technologies, Inc. announced that Hialeah Park Casino has selected Bally’s award-winning games and systems solutions at its South Florida property
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