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The UAE Lottery announces the AED 100 Million Grand Prize Winner

Published

8 months ago

October 27, 2025

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The UAE Lottery, operated by the Game LLC, has made history as it officially announces the first-ever Grand Prize winner of AED 100,000,000, a moment that marks an unprecedented milestone for the country’s entertainment and gaming industry.

Anilkumar Bolla, a 29-year-old Indian national and long-time Abu Dhabi resident, struck gold in The UAE Lottery’s 23rd Lucky Day Draw #251018 held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, becoming an instant multimillionaire and forever signing his name in The UAE Lottery’s record books.

At the time of the draw, Anilkumar was at home relaxing when he received the life-changing call from The UAE Lottery. A loyal participant since the lottery’s launch, he was completely shocked and overjoyed by the news, admitting he still can’t believe it happened. Anilkumar first shared the exciting news with a colleague before calling his brother back home in India.

“This win is beyond my wildest dreams,” said emotional Bolla. Recounting the event, he confirmed that he was absolutely stunned to learn that he won the AED 100,000,000 prize. “When I received a call from The UAE Lottery, I thought it was surreal. I kept asking them to repeat the message. It took time to sink in, and even today, I still can’t believe my new reality.”

He added: “This sum will change my life forever. I plan to buy a supercar first and treat myself to a month-long stay at a seven-star hotel. I will also take time to carefully plan how to invest this money wisely. My win is proof that hope and luck can align for anyone, especially when they least expect it.”

A Mother’s Influence on The Winner’s Luck

Bolla selected his winning numbers with a blend of chance and heartfelt meaning. His winning ticket combined an Easy Pick from the ”Days set” and the number 11 from the “Months set” to honor the month of his mother’s birthday, unknowingly sealing his fate as the first-ever AED 100,000,000 winner in The UAE Lottery’s history.

What makes this win even more symbolic is its unique timing, just on the eve of Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, which symbolizes new beginnings, hope, and prosperity. “It feels like an exceptional blessing,” said Bolla. “Winning on such an auspicious occasion makes it even more meaningful.”

A Record-Breaking Evening

While Bolla made history, he wasn’t the only winner that evening. The Lucky Day Draw #251018 also celebrated 10 other lucky winners who walked away with AED 100,000 each, adding to the excitement of what was a record-breaking draw.

Since its launch, The UAE Lottery has awarded over 200 winners of AED 100,000, and more than 100,000 players have claimed prizes totaling over AED 147 million. This latest draw not only marks a personal victory for Bolla, but a defining moment for the UAE’s growing lottery and gaming scene.

“First, congratulations to Anilkumar on this phenomenal win,” said Scott Burton, Commercial Gaming Director at The UAE Lottery. “The AED 100,000,000 prize will not only change his life but also signifies a remarkable milestone for The UAE Lottery, reinforcing our mission to uplift people’s lives while delivering regulated, exciting, and fun lottery experiences. Our growing participant base reflects the genuine interest and trust that players place in The UAE Lottery.” Scott concluded.

More Than Just a Game

Regulated by the GCGRA, The UAE Lottery has quickly become a trusted platform known for real winners, guaranteed prizes, and responsible play. With every draw, it continues to deliver meaningful moments, grounded in fairness, integrity, and player protection.

As the excitement settles from this historic win, all eyes now turn to the next live Lucky Day Draw, taking place on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 8:30 PM. With millions more up for grabs, who will be next?

Visit www.theuaelottery.ae for ticket pricing, upcoming draws, and how to play.

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Brightstar Global Solutions Corporation

Brightstar Global Solutions Corporation Signs Five-year Contract Extension with Oregon Lottery

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24 hours ago

June 25, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Brightstar Lottery PLC announced that its subsidiary, Brightstar Global Solutions Corporation, has signed a five-year contract extension with the Oregon Lottery through May 23, 2031 to deliver advanced retail technology. Under the terms of the extension, Brightstar will upgrade the Oregon Lottery’s central system with high-performing components and deploy new retail equipment including 2200 units of Brightstar’s newest point-of-sale digital signage solution, SignaLink.

“The Oregon Lottery’s trusted partnership with Brightstar has strengthened over the last 40-plus years as lottery technology has continued to evolve. Through this extension with Brightstar and the deployment of upgraded central system features and modern hardware, we are advancing a more intelligent, responsive ecosystem that supports our retailers, engages players, and drives sustainable returns for Oregon,” said Mike Wells, Oregon Lottery Director.

“Brightstar’s contract extension with the Oregon Lottery reflects our shared commitment to innovation and delivering long-term value for Oregonians. We value our longstanding relationship with the state of Oregon and respect our obligation to create meaningful benefits for the Lottery, its retailers, and players,” said Scott Gunn, Brightstar Chief Operating Officer, North America Lottery.

As Brightstar’s latest digital signage solution, SignaLink centrally manages content, delivers real-time jackpot updates, and enables targeted, retailer-specific messaging. In addition to SignaLink and upgraded central system features, Brightstar will also deliver 1000 Retailer Pro S2 terminals. The Retailer Pro S2 is powered by a high-performance processor that ensures rapid transaction processing, and its modular design supports multiple player-facing displays and a broad range of peripherals enabling flexible and engaging player interactions.

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Australia

Feedback Sought on How Public Lotteries are Run in NSW

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2 days ago

June 24, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Liquor & Gaming NSW is seeking feedback from industry, stakeholders and the community on how public lotteries are run in NSW.

The Public Lotteries Regulation 2016 is due to expire on 1 September 2026 and Liquor & Gaming NSW intends to renew the regulation to support the legislative framework for lottery regulation, while ensuring it remains fit for purpose.

Public consultation is a key part of the process and the draft Public Lotteries Regulation 2026 and Regulatory Impact Statement will be open for consultation until Friday 10 July.

It is proposed that the regulation will retain most of the existing provisions with some minor amendments to modernise the regulatory framework, remove outdated provisions and improve clarity, consistency and effectiveness.

Before the draft regulation can be remade, legislation requires a formal process of review be undertaken, which includes consultation with the public, interest groups and industry or businesses likely to be affected by the draft regulation.

It’s important for public lotteries to be conducted properly and in line with community interests and expectations, with appropriate harm minimisation measures.

The regulation supports the legislation by setting the standards around the conduct of public lotteries and puts in place consumer protections for people who buy lottery tickets.

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America 250

IWG launches America 250 eInstant across eight US lottery markets

Published

3 days ago

June 23, 2026

Wladimir P.

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The digital instant-win game rolls out in Georgia, Kentucky, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Washington, D.C.

Instant Win Gaming (IWG) has launched America 250, a new eInstant game created to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence.

IWG said the title is launching across multiple US lotteries: Georgia, Kentucky, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.

Set in Washington, D.C., the game uses Americana-themed artwork and symbols including the Statue of Liberty, bald eagle, Liberty Bell, patriotic balloons, Uncle Sam’s hat, and commemorative America 250 coins. IWG said fireworks animations run throughout gameplay.

America 250 includes several bonus features: Declaration Dollars, which has players collect pieces of the Declaration of Independence via re-spins; Scenes of America, which builds win multipliers through historical moments; and Innovation Pick-and-Click, where players uncover American inventions and collect prizes until a collect symbol appears. The game also includes a randomly triggered “All or Nothing” coin-flip feature.

Jason Lisiecki, Executive Vice President at IWG, said: “The 250th anniversary of the United States is a once-in-a-generation celebration, and America 250 gives lotteries a unique opportunity to connect with players through a theme that is instantly recognizable and deeply meaningful. The game combines iconic American imagery, engaging bonus experiences, and a visually spectacular presentation to create an entertaining experience that captures the spirit and excitement of this historic milestone.”

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