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The National Gaming Authority (ANJ) in France, led by Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin, aims to strengthen player identification measures to curb excessive gambling. It would affect the national lottery, FDJ, and the PMU. The plan includes identifying players at points of sale with a potential introduction of a “player card.” Players would no longer have the option of playing anonymously. The ANJ acknowledges that implementing these measures will require a progressive effort.
Rusty Monhollon, the executive director of South Carolina’s Commission on Higher Education, left his post over a month earlier than planned following backlash over mishandling $152 million in unspent state lottery profits meant for college scholarships. The accelerated departure comes after a report by the Inspector General revealed the accumulation of funds over six years. Legislators criticized the agency’s handling of the money, leading to Monhollon’s early resignation, just a week before appearing before House budget writers.
The Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland (ASAI) has urged National Lottery officials to be more transparent about a statement in their commercial, which stated: “Ninety percent of National Lottery money goes back into the community.” This figure includes unclaimed prize money which is diverted to marketing and advertising of the National Lottery after 90 days, as granted by the terms of their license. The National Lottery said they believed the advertisement was accurate, independently verified, and compliant with the Code. But that through an abundance of caution, they will qualify any future statements in any similar advertising campaign to ensure there was no opportunity for misinterpretation.
The Providence Bruins and the Rhode Island Lottery have joined forces for a collaborative event, Big Winner Giveaway Day. The first 2,000 fans will receive a limited-edition P-Bruins Logo Hat, celebrating the Rhode Island Lottery’s 50 years.
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has been included in Forbes’ list of Canada’s Best Employers for the third consecutive year.
The North Carolina State Lottery Commission has voted to permit mobile sports betting, with operators allowed to start accepting bets on March 11 at noon.
The Virgin Islands Lottery is reopening on Wednesday after a cybersecurity breach led to a temporary closure on January 17. The breach affected the lottery’s IT infrastructure, causing system failures and canceling the Jan. 18 drawing. The investigation involves collaboration with federal agencies, with no money accessed in the attack. The lottery assured that its drawing operations are stand-alone and not connected to external systems. The drawing for Jan. 18 will be rescheduled, and ticket sales for draw No. 1025 will continue until Thursday.
A new bill in Kentucky has been unanimously approved by the Kentucky House, allowing lottery winners to remain anonymous. Originally, the bill proposed that winners of $1 million or more could remain anonymous for up to one year. However, a revised version of the bill removes the timeframe, allowing winners to remain anonymous regardless of the amount won. The bill now heads to the State Senate.
Allwyn, the incoming operator of the UK’s National Lottery, is facing delays in its plans for new draw-based games, which were originally scheduled to launch in 2024. These games will now be postponed until 2025. Legal challenges and the extension of the current technology provider’s contract are cited as reasons for the delays.
To strengthen its retail presence, Allwyn plans to expand its retail sales team by 50% in the early months of its 10-year license. The company is looking to hire 55 new sales representatives and additional managers to provide increased support to National Lottery retailers. As part of its strategy to enhance engagement and support, Allwyn is introducing a “Welcome to Allwyn” pack, which includes a new Players’ Guide, a Retailer Organiser Folder, and a new National Lottery PlayStation Good Causes POS disk. This move aims to reinforce the retail channel and drive player engagement.
International Game Technology (IGT) has agreed to supply 27 video lottery terminals to Loto-Québec. The London-based provider of gambling and lottery technology will deliver the PeakDual terminals in a multi-year, phased rollout. This deal is part of Loto-Québec’s plan to replace VLTs (Video Lottery Terminals).
Scientific Games has appointed Andrew Jackson as Vice President of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). Jackson, who has expertise in ESG and a background in various engineering areas, has been with Scientific Games since 1999. In his new role, he will lead the company’s global ESG strategy, focusing on environmental and product sustainability, supplier diversity, and social responsibility.
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has received approval as an Independent Test Lab from the North Carolina State Lottery Commission. The authorization allows GLI to evaluate gaming equipment, software, and processes for compliance with state law and commission rules. GLI is recognized as an authorized test lab for 65 lotteries and 707 total jurisdictions worldwide. The approval in North Carolina comes as the state prepares to launch legal online sports betting on March 11, just ahead of major basketball tournaments.