Gambling in the USA
Pollard Banknote Receives Print Industry Award for First-Ever Transparent Instant Ticket
Pollard Banknote Limited is proud to announce that it is the recipient of an Award of Recognition from the Printing Industries of America (PIA) for its Clear Play™ instant ticket innovation. This award is a testament to Pollard Banknote’s long history of envisioning new products and bringing them to market to drive sales that support good causes for lotteries around the world. Other Pollard Banknote products such as Scratch Tab™, Scratch FX®, scented inks, and complex designs have been recognized with PIA awards in the past. Like these products, Clear Play™, the lottery industry’s first-ever transparent ticket, was the only lottery industry product selected from among thousands of submissions from around the world, demonstrating the quality of Pollard Banknote’s products in both the lottery industry and the wider print industry.
The PIA’s annual Premier Print Awards—the world’s most prominent international print competition—recognizes the leading print products in various categories. Among more than 22,000 submissions, Pollard Banknote’s Clear Play™ innovation was recognized as one of the highest quality products in the category of specialty printing (Miscellaneous Specialties—Other).
Pollard Banknote developed Clear Play™ in response to the need for new physical features that enable instant tickets to stand out at retail. Cutting through the cluttered retail environment is an ongoing challenge that is particularly important for instant tickets, a product category in which sales depend on triggering impulse purchases.
Clear Play™ is printed on recyclable transparent plastic. This material gives the tickets a distinctive look and feel that allows light to shine through, bringing graphics and colors to life. The transparent backdrop of Clear Play™ can be used to create a wide range of stunning designs, while still providing the same print security as Pollard Banknote card stock tickets. This innovation enables creative designs and new instant game concepts not possible on conventional substrates, such as retro decoders, layering tickets over each other to complete or enhance an image, and combining graphics and data with a mobile app for extra chances to win.
“The product concept for Clear Play™ was the result of a multi-functional team’s participation in an innovation project,” said Nancy Bettcher, Vice President, Product Innovation & Development, Pollard Banknote. “The market’s reaction has been extremely positive, with customers remarking that the substrate gives scratch tickets a new, modern look and feel. Clear Play™ instant games have already been launched in multiple jurisdictions with great success and more lotteries are preparing to offer this exciting new concept to their players.”
About Pollard Banknote:
Pollard Banknote is a leading lottery partner to more than 60 lotteries worldwide, providing high quality instant ticket products, licensed games, Schafer Systems and Fastrak retail merchandising solutions, and a full suite of digital offerings, ranging from game apps to comprehensive player engagement and iLottery solutions, including strategic marketing and management services. The company is a proven innovator and has decades of experience helping lotteries to maximize player engagement, sales, and proceeds for good causes. Pollard Banknote also provides pull-tab tickets, bingo paper, and its Diamond Game and Oasis-branded electronic ticket machines to charitable and other gaming markets in North America. Established in 1907, Pollard Banknote is owned approximately 67.5% by the Pollard family and 32.5% by public shareholders, and is publicly traded on the TSX (PBL). For more information, please visit our website at www.pollardbanknote.com.
Gambling in the USA
New “Reel Masters” Free Slot Tournament Has Launched – OnlineUnitedStatesCasinos.org Reports
Online gambling is constantly evolving, and one trend is dominating the scene in 2025 – free slot tournaments. Offering risk-free excitement and real rewards, OnlineUnitedStatesCasinos.org is leading the charge with the launch of The Reel Masters – Free Slots Tournaments.
Free slot tournaments, like Reel Masters, are gaining in popularity as players look to online platforms that offer a risk-free gaming experience. Reel Masters delivers both weekly and month-long tournaments, offering real-time gameplay and competitive challenges for all players.
Key Features of Reel Masters
• Real-Time Leaderboards: Players can stay updated with live rankings, keeping the competition unfolding in real time.
• User-Friendly Games: Reel Masters features a mix of engaging slot games from top providers, available 24/7 on any device.
• Non-Stop Action: Up to eight weekly tournaments running Monday to Sunday and high-stakes month-long competitions.
With online gaming growing at an unprecedented pace, players are looking for new ways to enjoy their favorite games without financial risk. Free slot tournaments offer the perfect blend of excitement, accessibility, and competition – a trend that’s already dominating in 2025. As more platforms embrace this model, players can expect innovative tournament formats, enhanced social features, and top rewards.
“We’re in the entertainment industry. So, we want our community to have fun trying out new slots’ games at no risk, and have a chance to win great prizes,” John Mehaffey, Editor-in-Chief at OnlineUnitedStatesCasinos.org, said.
Revo Casino and Social House in Conway, New Hampshire, has held its grand opening on Tuesday.
The Conway property is the latest addition to Revo’s growing presence in New Hampshire, joining locations in Dover, Lebanon, Manchester, and Keene.
Revo Casino and Social House’s new amenities include:
• Rebels: A bold dining experience with a full bar and great game-day energy. Revo’s signature restaurant serves up flavorful dishes like the Rebel Smash Burger, flatbread pizzas, and prime rib, making it the perfect spot to eat, drink and enjoy the action.
• Rebel Stage: Featuring live music every weekend.
• Revo Studio powered by iHeartMedia: An in-house broadcast center featuring live iHeart broadcasts. The studio also drives the Soundtrack of the Revolution, a curated music selection that sets the energy and vibe of the property.
Gaming Highlights: 75 thrilling casino machines, including Ultimate Fire Link Explosion, Huff N Even More Puff, and Devil’s Lock. Table games, including blackjack, roulette, and poker tables.
Speakers and guests at the event included Revo President Aaron Gomes, Executive Director of Mount Washington Valley Promotions Lisa DuFault, and the Mount Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce.
“It’s exciting to open Revo Casino and Social House and see the community’s enthusiasm for our gaming, entertainment and dining options. Beyond entertainment, Revo Casino and Social House will also support nonprofits across the Mount Washington Valley. We’re proud to be part of this community and contribute to its success,” said Gomes.
“This facility will make such an incredible difference for so many nonprofits in the Mount Washington Valley. The support that Revo Casino and Social House provides allows organizations like ours to better serve our communities and care for those in need. The impact is truly life changing,” said Lisa DuFault, Executive Director of Mount Washington Valley Promotions.
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