Lotteries globally open 2019 with a steady first quarter

QLSI Q1 2019 regions

During the first quarter of 2019, global lottery sales rose 4% in aggregate over the equivalent period in 2018, with growth in Africa and Latin America pushing ahead of Asia Pacific for the first time in a year.

15Jul2019

FY 2018 sales up by 8.7% on the back of a strong Q4 2018

QLSI Q4 2018 regions

Global lottery sales for 2018 were up a healthy 8.7% on the previous year, thanks to strong second-half growth, especially in Q4 2018.

11Oct2019

Women in lottery leadership: The WILL to succeed

will women

The Women’s Initiative in Lottery Leadership (WILL) was conceived in December 2016 with the aim of advancing women into leadership positions in the lottery sector. Expanding its reach across the globe, WILL continues to go from strength to strength, creating a path for talented and passionate women professionals to realize their full potential.

08Jul2019

Apple ups the ante on real-money gaming apps

Apple iOS

With recent changes to their App Store Review Guidelines, Apple is ensuring that they have the final say on whether lottery and betting apps are qualified for the App Store. These changes have come abruptly and leave little room to move for state-authorized lotteries with mobile gaming platforms.