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Posted on Sunday December 15, 2019

Florida Lottery announces that it has received a certification for responsible gaming from the World Lottery Association (WLA)

"At the Florida Lottery, we are committed to building responsible gaming best practices into everything we do, and we are proud to be recognized by the WLA for those efforts," said Florida Lottery Secretary Randall Hunt. "We have a long history of supporting responsible gaming, and we will continue to do all we can to increase awareness of and educate our players, retailers, and stakeholders about the importance of responsible play. By supporting responsible gaming practices, we are also providing significant contributions to Florida's education system through the Bright Futures Scholarship Program."

Posted on Friday December 13, 2019

Mississippi Lottery announces four new tickets

The President of the Mississippi Lottery Corporation, Tom Shaheen, says the calls we do get on the phone from players, you know sometimes how to play the games. Every one of them was very excited. And each time we talked with them, we asked them how they like the games and they all say they are very excited about them. So I think it's been very well received here."

Posted on Tuesday December 10, 2019

Scientific Games Announces Major Instant Games Contract Extension With California State Lottery

"As the California Lottery's profits grow responsibly, so does the collective impact our partnership has on public education in the state. We value the trust the California Lottery has placed in Scientific Games, and we are proud to continue our focus on innovation and growth that ultimately benefits students in the state of California," said John Schulz, Senior Vice President, Lottery Instant Products for Scientific Games.

Posted on Tuesday December 10, 2019

Mega Millions jackpot above $300 million for third December in a row

“Games like Mega Millions give people a reason to dream a little this holiday season,” said Mark Michalko, executive director of the N.C. Education Lottery. “The game offers life-changing prizes. We’d love to see someone from North Carolina celebrate the season by winning the jackpot.”

Posted on Sunday December 8, 2019

Georgia Lottery launches new concept draw game Cash Pop - Match only one number and win

“We are laser-focused on our mission to maximize revenues for HOPE and Pre-K,” Georgia Lottery Corp. President and CEO Gretchen Corbin said. “Cash Pop is a great addition to our portfolio of games, providing a fun, fresh concept for players while generating profits for the important educational programs we fund.”

Posted on Sunday December 8, 2019

No. 2 Performing Lottery In World, Massachusetts Lottery Will Continue With Scientific Games Retail Management Technology

Michael Sweeney, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Lottery, said, "The Lottery's investment in this new technology is part of our ongoing modernization, and it further demonstrates our commitment to our expansive network of retailers." The new three-year contract may be extended by the Lottery for two additional years and features Scientific Games' gemSuite of products including the gemIntelligence® retail agent relationship management application, gemRetailer retail agent portal and gemEnterprise paperless licensing module. Pat McHugh, Group Chief Executive Lottery for Scientific Games, said, "Our recent collaboration with the Arizona Lottery, Kansas Lottery and Maryland Lottery on their retail management systems allows us to bring hands-on expertise to the Massachusetts Lottery in key areas like sales force management and retail agent licensing, as well as instant ticket order management. This technology is the lottery industry's only agile platform, and it has proven its ability to adapt to each lottery's unique requirements and evolve over time as business needs change."

Posted on Thursday December 5, 2019

IGT Extends Private Management Agreement with The Barbados Lottery License Holders for 10 Years

"This amendment to extend our private management lottery services in Barbados demonstrates all four beneficiaries' confidence in IGT's expertise in responsibly growing the Lottery," said Declan Harkin, IGT Chief Operating Officer, International Lottery. "We look forward to enhancing this robust program through new and existing solutions that engage players, drive growth, and generate funds for good causes that ultimately benefit all Barbadians."

Posted on Thursday December 5, 2019

Ohio Lottery Partners With Scientific Games For Expanded Instant Game Management Services Used By Top Performing Lotteries Worldwide

"We are proud to continue working with the Ohio Lottery to manage its portfolio of instant games from start to finish through the Scientific Games Enhanced Partnership. Led by business analytics, this new partnership will help grow profits for the state's public education system, which is the real beneficiary of this new contract," said John Schulz, Senior Vice President, Lottery Instant Products for Scientific Games.

Posted on Thursday December 5, 2019

IGT PlaySports Technology Enables Sports Betting at Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort in New York

"Powering sports betting technology at Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort expands our PlaySports footprint in New York to three casinos," said Enrico Drago, IGT PlayDigital Senior Vice President. "IGT PlaySports is a proven B2B technology solution already deployed in 11 states. We congratulate the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort on being the latest casino to open an outstanding sportsbook featuring IGT's technology, elevating the entertainment experience for sports fans in New York."

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