November 29, 2024

UKGC Settlement in £200M National Lottery Licensing Dispute

The UK Gambling Commission faces mounting pressure to settle a £200 million dispute over the National Lottery license. At the center of the controversy is Richard Desmond, whose company challenged the regulator’s decision to award the license to Allwyn. Resolving this high-stakes legal battle could stabilize the National Lottery’s operations and address delays in critical […]

October 7, 2024

Irish Senate to Debate Potential Ban on Lottery Betting

The Irish Senate is on the verge of a crucial decision that could reshape the country’s gambling landscape. With the potential ban on lottery betting under consideration, stakeholders are questioning its impact on both the National Lottery and retail agents. Learn how this proposed ban could affect the funding for good causes, retail commissions, and […]

September 21, 2024

BAGO Urges Belgium to Raise National Lottery Age

BAGO Pushes for Belgium to Raise National Lottery Age Despite Decline in Youth Gambling The Belgium Association of Gambling Operators (BAGO) is calling for the minimum age for National Lottery participation to be raised to 21, even though a recent study shows a slight decline in youth gambling participation. The 2023 study by the Flemish […]

April 8, 2024

The Gambling Commission’s Bold 2024-2027 Strategy

UK’s Gambling Commission Launches 2024-2027 Strategy for Industry Reform In a significant move that sets the stage for the future of gambling regulation in the UK, the Gambling Commission has unveiled its ambitious 2024-2027 corporate strategy. This comprehensive plan not only highlights targeted investment and regulatory reforms but also addresses operational changes to the National […]

November 21, 2023

Mexico’s New Decree Bans Slot Machines, Tightening Gaming Law Regulations

Mexico Takes a Stand Against Gambling Addiction with Slot Machine Ban in New Gaming Law In a significant move to reform the gambling landscape, Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has signed a new decree amending the Federal Law of Gaming and Sweepstakes, effectively banning slot machines across the country. This crucial reform, set to […]

The National Lottery in Malta has entered into a 10-year agreement with IGT

On Wednesday, International Game Technology (IGT), a renowned gaming company, declared the signing of a significant contract for the Maltese lottery. IGT revealed specifics about the agreement, stating that its subsidiary, IGT Global Services Limited, entered into a fresh 10-year contract with National Lottery plc, the operator of the National Lottery in Malta and a […]