Caixa Lottery collection reaches R$18.2 billion in the first nine months of 2024

CAIXA Lotteries raised R$18.2 billion in the first nine months of 2024, 12% more than 2023. Of this total, R$7.1 billion financed social programs, while challenges in modernization seek to improve competitiveness in the face of digital betting.

UK National Lottery saves historic pier

The UK’s National Lottery has stepped up to save a piece of British history, with a £10 million grant to rescue the Birnbeck Pier.

Smartplay secures vendor licence in UAE

The United Arab Emirates’ General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) awarded Smartplay International, a renowned supplier of lottery and gaming equipment headquartered in New Jersey, a vendor licence. This new licence enables Smartplay to supply its advanced lottery and gaming systems to licenced operators across the UAE. This positions the company as a significant player in the region’s evolving gaming landscape.

Musk faces lawsuit over his Trump lottery

A Philadelphia District Attorney has launched a lawsuit against billionaire Elon Musk, accusing him of operating an illegal lottery.

Austria’s gambling market projected to grow despite monopoly debate

The Austrian gambling industry is currently at the centre of both robust growth projections and regulatory debates.

Céline Dion’s life dates lead to €1 million keno jackpot

FDJ awarded a €1 million prize to a devoted Céline Dion fan who claimed her life-changing Keno win using dates from the singer's life.

Alleged politicised appointments rock Poland’s state lottery

The supervisory board of Totalizator Sportowy, Poland's state lottery, has dismissed its president, Rafał Krzemień, effective 10 October.

Analysing Spain’s €7.4 billion gaming market in 2023

In Spain, the Directorate for the Regulation of Gambling has released its 2023 report on the gaming industry, showing a total GGR of €7.4 bn.

Denmark to draft new rules for lottery and bingo legislation

Danish Gambling Authority (Spillemyndigheden) is set to liberalise land-based bingo and lotteries, marking a significant step towards modernising the industry. The upcoming bill, expected to be discussed in October, aims to create a more competitive market while maintaining player protections.

Growth in Luxembourg’s exclusive gaming market

The gaming market in Luxembourg is dominated by state monopolies. However, the industry is an important source of revenue for the state.