WLA re-elects WestLotto chief as president for two years
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The World Lottery Association (WLA) re-elected WestLotto managing director Andreas Kötter as president for a further two years at its general assembly in Sydney, WestLotto said. Kötter first took the post in 2024.
The World Lottery Association (WLA) has re-elected WestLotto managing director Andreas Kötter as president for a further two years at its general assembly in Sydney, WestLotto said. Kötter became the first German to hold the post in 2024.
The WLA represents more than 160 state-licensed gambling providers from 90 countries. WestLotto said the association sets standards for consumer protection and cyber security. It works with authorities against illegal gambling.
Gambling companies generate several hundred billion euros in annual revenue across games and continents, according to WestLotto. Lotteries are the most widespread form of gambling worldwide.
Kötter said large jackpots were a trend in the US and UK, while Asia was at the forefront of adopting new technology.