Lottery
Intralot solidifies Canadian presence via BCLC sports betting extension
The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) will be supplied with a ‘next-generation sports betting platform’ after extending its agreement with Intralot’s US subsidiary, Intralot Inc.Under the terms of the three-year deal, which includes an option of three annual extensions, Intralot Inc…
Kings Entertainment plots global lottery expansion after collapse of SVH merger
Kings Entertainment has agreed a settlement with Sports Venture Holdings (SVH) over the termination of its proposed merger, and is now looking to expand operations in the global lottery sector.This latest development comes after news emerged last month that the business combination between Kings…
BCLC becomes third Canadian lottery member of ULIS
The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) has been named as the newest member of United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports (ULIS), following approval from its Executive Committee.ULIS, the organization formerly known as the Global Lottery Monitoring System (GLMS), signalled its acceptance…
Adesso expands lottery operations into Canada
Adesso has announced the expansion of its lottery business into the North American market, aimed at all lotteries in the US and Canada.The IT service provider already has a firm grip on the European market with its headquarters in Germany, one of 61 locations it is active in on the continent.…
Pollard Banknote earns spot on ‘Manitoba’s Top Employers in 2023’ list
Pollard Banknote has been recognised for its ‘progressive and forward-thinking programs’ by Mediacorp Canada, which has named the firm as one of ‘Manitoba’s Top Employers’ for 2023.A lottery partner to more than 60 lotteries worldwide, providing instant ticket products, licensed games and…
Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board green lights sale of Irish National Lottery
The Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) is further withdrawing from the lottery market after deciding to sell the Irish National Lottery, according to The Times.The report states that the Canadian pension fund is looking to sell the business despite there being more than a decade remaining on…
AGLC lifts VLT limit to ease burden on airports
Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission (AGLC) has raised the number of video lottery terminals (VLTs) allowed in the province following a request from Edmonton International Airport.As reported by CBC, the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are still being felt on Canadian airports today,…
Pollard Banknote’s mkodo links up with PLI to create new website
Pollard Banknote subsidiary mkodo has partnered with Premier Lotteries Ireland (PLI) to enhance the lottery’s website experience for players.As part of the agreement, mkodo - part of the Pollard Digital Solutions (PDS) brand that encompasses all digital offerings from Winnipeg-based Pollard…
Evolution’s Mega Ball makes North American debut in Canada via BCLC
Evolution and the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) have joined forces again to launch Mega Ball in Canada, marking the first time the game has gone live in North America.The live-streamed studio game combines ‘familiar bingo-style game mechanics with lottery bouncing balls’ and sees…
Casino revenues drive ‘exceptional’ Loto-Quebec Q3 results
Loto-Quebec has published its results for the end of the third quarter of FY 2022-23, revealing its total revenues grew 30.7% YoY.The corporation achieved revenues of $2.22bn over the nine-month period between Apr. 1 and Dec. 26, an increase of $521.9m YoY, while a consolidated net income of…