Pollard Banknote Limited announced a three-year extension of its Warehousing and Distribution contract with the Arizona Lottery, including option to extend for an additional two years. Under this agreement, Pollard Banknote will continue to provide technology and operational support for the Lottery’s warehousing and distribution operations for Scratchers and Instant Tab (pull-tab) games, as well as organizational support through a strong contingent of dedicated staff across several key functions until August 31, 2029.

The contract extends the successful and collaborative partnership Pollard Banknote and the Lottery have established over the past 27 years. In February 2019, this partnership expanded when Pollard Banknote became the Lottery’s trusted partner for instant ticket warehousing and distribution operations. Pollard Banknote delivers its sureTRACK Lottery Management Solution—a secure, scalable platform that has served as the backbone for supporting significant sales growth, improving order accuracy, reducing out-of-stocks, and enhancing both retailer and staff satisfaction, as well as overall operational efficiency.

The contract also extends organizational support to the Lottery, with more than 80 Pollard Banknote staff embedded across its operations—from warehouse and Tel-Sell to analytics and sales—forming a comprehensive staffing model that supports day-to-day service and long-term success. This organizational approach enhances the value of the partnership, generating insights that inform strategic planning and fostering a close, collaborative relationship built on transparency and trust.

“We are thrilled to build on our strong partnership with Pollard Banknote in support of our work to build a resilient Arizona Lottery that delivers positive impact for Arizona communities now and for future generations. Their expertise and experience align with our mission and core values, supporting a data-driven approach and collaborative working style that empowers our team to deliver strategic input and execution—engaging new and longtime players like never before and driving growth for our valued retail network of over 3,600 Arizona businesses. Together with the Arizona Lottery, Pollard Banknote supports vital funding for programs and services that make life better for all Arizonans—providing a strong, prosperous future for our great state,” said Alec Thomson, Executive Director of the Arizona Lottery.

“Pollard Banknote is thrilled to have the opportunity to extend our partnership with the Arizona Lottery. We are excited to continue delivering impactful and innovative warehousing and distribution services, along with a strong team dedicated to driving retailer growth and player engagement—ultimately supporting the Arizona Lottery in maximizing revenue and the good causes it supports,” said Rob Young, Executive Vice President, Global Lottery, Pollard Banknote.

Octoplay continues its series of successful partnerships by joining forces with BetMGM, a leading iGaming and sports betting operator, for its highly anticipated United States market debut in New Jersey. This landmark entry into the United States marks a pivotal moment in Octoplay’s North American expansion strategy, bringing its premium product portfolio to American players. The strategic partnership with BetMGM establishes Octoplay’s first active U.S. collaboration and follows the company’s recently obtained Michigan provisional license, setting the stage for an accelerated North American rollout in 2025.

This partnership builds on Octoplay’s successful collaboration with BetMGM in Ontario, where the company first debuted Jackpot Blitz – a bespoke version of its popular jackpot system built in close collaboration with BetMGM. With active licenses in the UK, Sweden, Malta, Ontario, Greece, Romania, Slovakia, Denmark, Italy, Belgium, and the Netherlands, and a provisional license in Michigan, Octoplay advances its strategic market roadmap in key jurisdictions worldwide.

“Our New Jersey launch with BetMGM represents a key milestone in our North American strategy” says Ralitsa Georgieva, Director of Business Development at Octoplay. “This partnership connects our content with players in the largest U.S. iGaming market, providing a foundation for our continued expansion across North America in 2025.”

Oliver Bartlett, VP of Gaming, BetMGM, said, “We are pleased to partner with Octoplay for their U.S. debut. Based on the strong performance in other markets and Octoplay’s premium game portfolio, we are confident the content will be a success in New Jersey.”

The integration with BetMGM marks a significant step in Octoplay’s North American strategy. With New Jersey serving as Octoplay’s gateway to the biggest iGaming market, the company stands ready to bring its proven European success to American players throughout 2025 and beyond.

The WNBA’s Chicago Sky announced a multi-year partnership with bet365, making the leading sports betting brand the “Official Sports Betting Partner of the Chicago Sky.”

The multi-faceted marketing agreement includes a variety of branding elements including the bet365 logo presence behind the basket on the north end of the court, along with the center pole pad on both home and visiting team baskets. Additionally, bet365 will receive logo inclusion on in-arena, social media, broadcast, and digital promotional marketing products and materials.

“Our partnership with the Chicago Sky has us floating on cloud nine and is the perfect opportunity for our expansion into the WNBA. We can’t wait to share our Never Ordinary betting experience with Sky fans,” said a bet365 spokesperson.

“The Chicago Sky are thrilled to partner with bet365 to align with a growing sports trend that brings new visibility to the WNBA and the Chicago Sky. We look forward to bringing great new sports betting opportunities to Sky fans, while always encouraging responsible betting and positivity towards our players,” Alex Teodosi, Chicago Sky’s Vice President of Corporate Partnerships, said.

This announcement with the Chicago Sky is the latest sports partnership for bet365 in the US. Over the last five years, the sports betting leader has inked deals in professional baseball, basketball, and hockey. Globally, bet365 is the Official Sports Betting Partner of the UEFA Champions League and has given away more than 2500 UEFA Champions League tickets to soccer fans through their epic Big TicketGiveaway.