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UK Society Lotteries Surge Amid Illegal Lottery Crackdown
UK society lotteries have surpassed £1 billion in contributions for a second year, driven by digital growth. At the same time, regulators are intensifying enforcement against illegal online lotteries and unlicensed prize draw schemes targeting consumers.
Brightstar Reports Q1 2026 EBITDA Growth
Brightstar Lottery posted Q1 2026 revenue growth alongside a 15% rise in adjusted EBITDA, supported by strong Italy sales performance and operational efficiencies while maintaining its FY26 outlook.
LOTBA Signs Deal to Prevent Underage Gambling
LOTBA has partnered with the Council of the Magistracy to prevent underage gambling in Buenos Aires. The agreement focuses on educational guides, awareness campaigns, and coordinated actions to reduce risks linked to online betting among minors.
PLI Urges Ban on Lottery Betting in Ireland
Premier Lotteries Ireland is urging the government to ban lottery betting, claiming it led to €289 million in lost sales and reduced funding for charitable causes within Ireland’s National Lottery system.
Bally’s Intralot Secures Chile Lottery Deal
Bally’s Intralot has signed a long-term agreement with Polla Chilena to modernise its lottery and betting systems through an omnichannel platform, supporting digital transformation, operational efficiency and improved user experience.
Coljuegos Flags Illegal Raffle by Candidate
Coljuegos has ruled a raffle linked to a presidential candidate illegal, highlighting strict authorization rules and cash prize restrictions as Colombia reinforces compliance within its regulated gambling framework during the election period.
San Juan Lottery Growth Hit by Rising Costs
Lottery agencies in San Juan are experiencing increased demand driven by major jackpots, but rising operating costs and growing online competition are eroding margins and pushing the sector toward regulatory and structural change.
BetPlay and Súper Astro Drive Colombia’s Gaming Growth
BetPlay and Súper Astro continue to dominate Colombia’s gaming market, contributing billions to the state. Coljuegos highlights growth driven by online betting, lottery products, and strengthened regulatory oversight to protect public funds and ensure industry integrity.
Loterias Caixa Funds Over R$12B for Brazil Social Programs
Brazil’s federal lottery system transferred more than R$12.2 billion to public initiatives in 2025, supporting sectors such as social security, public safety, sports, education and culture through revenues generated by Loterias Caixa.
Pernambuco Court Orders Halt to Municipal Lotteries
Pernambuco’s audit court has urged municipalities to suspend lottery projects after a Supreme Federal Court ruling halted municipal betting operations, ordering immediate pauses on licensing, contracts and local lottery expansion.
Idea Maker Leads Bid for Mato Grosso do Sul Lottery
Idea Maker has emerged as the leading bidder to operate the Lotesul lottery in Mato Grosso do Sul after a rival’s disqualification. The fintech company must now complete technical tests to confirm its platform can manage the lottery system.
Lottery Corporation Unveils New Structure for Digital Growth
The Lottery Corporation has announced a major organisational restructure effective July 2026, introducing separate lotteries, digital, and keno divisions. The move aims to strengthen online growth, streamline operations, and support the company’s next phase following leadership changes.