The New York State Gaming Commission has awarded theLotter a licence to provide lottery courier services in New York. Once its platform launches, customers will be able to buy tickets for Mega Millions, Powerball and local draws through its app or website, the company said.
The licence enables theLotter to offer ticket-purchasing services for national and local lottery draws in New York.
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Nevada’s Gaming Commission unanimously approved key executive licences for MGM Resorts CFO Jonathan Halkyard and Venetian CEO Patrick Nichols on Thursday, according to the report. Both had held their corporate roles provisionally while their applications underwent background checks; commissioners also questioned Nichols about compliance practices.
The Missouri Gaming Commission issued temporary online sports betting licences to nine operators ahead of the state’s planned 1 December launch. Seven required partnerships with Missouri-based entities, while DraftKings and Circa Sports had obtained untethered online licences earlier in the year. Operators may begin registering and funding accounts from 17 November, subject to state rules.
The Oregon Lottery is seeking public comment on proposed changes to state regulations covering lottery courier sales. The available report does not give details of the proposed rules or a consultation deadline.
The available page text says Lotto.com ceased lottery courier operations in Texas as the legislature approved a ban. It provides no further details about the legislative measure or the company’s exit.
The Coalition of Texas Lottery Couriers denied that its members violated Texas Lottery Commission rules, disputing the commission’s claims that couriers may have breached 13 regulations. The coalition said its members use app-based services, purchase tickets through licensed retailers and check customers’ identities; it also rejected allegations involving advertising, ticket sales and bulk purchases.