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Luka, a 9-month-old standard poodle mix from Gregory, Texas, has been crowned the “Luckiest Dog in Texas” in a Texas Lottery photo contest, announced Ryan Mindell, executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission. The contest, held on Facebook, featured entries for both dogs and cats. The Lottery is selling Lucky Dog/Cool Cat scratch ticket games at their retailers.
Virginia convenience stores resume selling lottery tickets after protesting the skill games ban.
The California Lottery is recruiting for a Manager of IT Strategy, Policy, and Business Services. Desirable qualifications include experience and knowledge in IT project management best practices, including overseeing critical projects for efficient and effective delivery of unique IT products, services, and systems.
Française des jeux (FDJ) is funding the restoration of Verdun’s limestone lawns through the Mission Nature game. This aims to preserve biodiversity in the area, with work on around ten hectares. The initiative costs 510,000 euros, partly funded by proceeds from Mission Nature scratch tickets.
LOTTO introduces a new “$” scratch card available from May 16, offering 10 chances to win up to PLN 100,000 for just PLN 5. Honestly, I love the art and just wanted to include it.
The Arizona Lottery partners with Soles 2 Souls to provide 500 pairs of shoes for individuals experiencing homelessness, with a focus on safer pedestrian travel during the summer. The partnership aims to address heat-related illness and injury risks faced by homeless individuals in Arizona. The donation event, scheduled for May 21, will showcase the Arizona Lottery’s commitment to community well-being. CASS, Arizona’s largest emergency shelter program, will receive the donation. The collaboration underscores efforts to support vulnerable populations and promote public health in the region.
Allwyn, operator of the U.K. National Lottery, introduces Operation Guardian, expanding mystery shopper visits to support safe lottery sales. It includes checks for underage and excessive play, plus a new Healthy Play Knowledge Check. Alex Green, Allwyn’s Director of Channel Operations, stresses maintaining high retail standards.
The Idaho Lottery presented its largest-ever dividend of $82 million to the state, with $51.25 million allocated for public education and $30.75 million for the state’s permanent building fund.
Smartplay International, experienced in Latin American and Caribbean lotteries, adds Yesenia Leuzzi and Alejandro Soto to its team. Yesenia leads sales, leveraging 15+ years of experience, while Alejandro brings technology expertise. Both are bilingual from Puerto Rico, and they support Smartplay’s expansion. Smartplay, in collaboration with CIBELAE, will host a webinar on lottery draw management best practices with Yesenia and Alejandro.
Scientific Games and Warner Bros. Discovery have launched GAME OF THRONES Linked Games, offering players a chance to win prizes and a unique Napa Valley experience. The Colorado Lottery is the first to offer these games, with significant success. This partnership showcases Scientific Games’ commitment to providing engaging experiences for lottery players.
EveryMatrix achieved record-breaking results in Q1 2024, with quarterly net revenue hitting €39 million, a 66% YoY growth, and a profit margin of 57%. Their EBITDA rose to €22.3 million, up 111% YoY. The company started the year strong with significant client signings and launches across all core business units, including regulatory accreditation in Peru and partnerships with major US operators like DraftKings.
IGT announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Corporation, has signed a five-year contract with the Atlantic Lottery Corporation to implement advanced cloud-based remote game server (RGS) technology and provide at least 16 digital instant games annually. The contract includes five, one-year extension options and will run through April 2029. The partnership aims to enhance player experiences and iGaming offerings in Atlantic Canada by leveraging IGT’s comprehensive digital content portfolio and scalable RGS technology.
CIBELAE has announced the incorporation of NeoGames as a new associate member, a decision approved during the Board of Directors meeting on April 18 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This incorporation strengthens CIBELAE’s position in the iLottery and digital gaming sectors.