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Global Lottery Market to Garner $325.8 Million by 2026, Rising with a CAGR of 9.4% during the Forecast Period [190-Pages] | Research Dive

A latest report on the global lottery market published by Research Dive sheds light on the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the current and future scope of the market. This report is a useful study for stakeholders, investors, market participants, and new entrants in the search of comprehensive insights on the impact of COVID-19 on the market growth.
Key Highlights of the Report:
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on the growth of the global lottery market in 2020. As per the report, the global market garnered $157.7 million in 2018 and is estimated to exceed $325.8 million, rising at a CAGR of 9.4% by 2026. In the present situation, the market size has declined owing to the closure of several lottery places amidst the pandemic.
Factors Impacting the Market Growth during the COVID-19 Crisis:
The global lottery market has witnessed deterioration in growth due to implementation of restrictions on recreational and other fun activities by government of various nations to avert the spread of the virus during pandemic period. However, the adoption of online channels for gambling by many people is likely to boost the market growth in the coming period.
Current Face of the Market Due to COVID-19:
Before the outbreak of the pandemic, the market was estimated to garner $191.7 million in 2020. In the present situation, the market size has declined and reached up to $115.0 million in 2020.
Some of the leading market players are:
- MDJS
- INTRALOT
- Florida Lottery
- Camelot Group
- Mizuho Bank Ltd.
- Francaise des Jeux
- Hong Kong Jockey Club
- Loterías y Apuestas del Estado
- California Lottery
- Singapore Pools. and others.
The key players in lottery market are making strategic investments in casinos and online lottery applications for recuperating the industry from the incurred losses. Moreover, rising applications of artificial intelligence as well as machine learning in numerous online lottery platforms is likely to unlock profitable opportunities for the global market after the relaxation of the pandemic. The market is expected to recuperate from the incurred losses by the second or third quarter of 2023.
Future Lookout of the Market:
According to the report, the global lottery market is anticipated to witness significant growth after the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, owing to the rising investments by market players in R&D activities, partnerships, and new developments in the market. The market players are coming up with cutting-edge developments and paving way for rewarding opportunities for the market growth. For instance, in November 2021, Illinois Lottery, an American lottery for the U.S. state of Illinois, operated by Camelot Illinois, launched Fast Play® Online, a novel and suitable method to play the popular retail draw game.
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Maverick Games Launches Sports Betting Operations in Ontario

Maverick Games has launched sports betting operations in Ontario, through a partnership with Delasport.
Maverick Games will offer Ontarian players a premium sports betting experience, built on Delasport’s superior technology and known for its unique innovative features that players love including personalization, recommendations, gamification, quick bets, player engagement features, and more.
Maverick Games is the second brand to launch on Delasport’s technology in Ontario, with another full turnkey brand set to go live soon. Delasport also recently unveiled its innovative sports betting jackpot network game, SuperPot. The company will showcase this unique product at the Canadian Gaming Summit next month and begin rolling it out to Ontarian operators shortly thereafter.
“We are proud to see Maverick Games live and thriving with our one of a kind sportsbook solution at its core. They have been a fantastic partner from the start, and this launch further demonstrates how fast and efficient our technology is when paired with a clear vision and strong collaboration,” said Rosaire Galea Cavallaro, VP of Business Development at Delasport.
“Maverick Games’s sports vertical is a major step forward for us and launching it with Delasport has been the right move from day one. The platform’s performance and flexibility allow us to deliver the kind of user experience we believe Ontario players deserve. We’re excited to now bring that vision to life,” CEO Matt Rathbun said.
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Canada
Tsleil-Waututh Nation Signs MoU to Acquire Casino Business at Hastings Racecourse & Casino

Tsleil-Waututh Nation (TWN) announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to acquire the casino business and related real property interests at Hastings Racecourse & Casino (Hastings) in the City of Vancouver from Great Canadian Gaming Corporation (Great Canadian Entertainment).
“We are thrilled to take another important step towards economic self-determination for our Nation in our traditional territory, and we are eager to work with the senior management team at Great Canadian Entertainment to finalize due diligence and execute a definitive agreement, as well as working with the City of Vancouver to ensure the best long-term use of this important asset within the City. We believe that this opportunity is historic for us in many ways, and we look forward to entering the gaming industry in due course,” said Jen Thomas, Chief of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation.
“We are excited about working with TWN on their potential acquisition of the casino operations and related real property interests at Hastings Racecourse & Casino. Recognizing that Hastings is part of the TWN’s traditional territory, we can think of no better entity to inherit this asset, and we look forward to supporting them in the transition after the anticipated close of the sale,” Matt Anfinson, Chief Executive Officer of Great Canadian Entertainment.
The agreement is subject to further due diligence, finalization of financial terms and the execution of a definitive purchase and sale agreement. Once a definitive agreement has been executed by the parties, it is anticipated that the transaction will be subject to customary closing conditions as well as customary approvals by gaming regulatory and other authorities, including certain approvals by the City of Vancouver given its ownership of the real property. It is expected that Great Canadian Entertainment will provide transition services to TWN for a period of time following the anticipated closing.
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Ben Clemes
High Roller Submits Gaming License Application in Ontario

High Roller Technologies, operator of the premium online casino brands High Roller and Fruta, announced the submission of its Internet Gaming Operator license application in Ontario, Canada, targeting the launch of its flagship brand HighRoller.com in the second half of 2025.
“The submission of our licensing application to access Ontario’s regulated online gambling market is an important milestone in our Company’s journey. Once our application is approved, we anticipate that we will have the opportunity to launch our online casino product into the market later this year,” said Ben Clemes, Chief Executive Officer at High Roller.
Ontario is one of the largest regulated online gambling markets in the world as measured by gross gaming revenue. In 2024, regulated online gambling operators within the province generated approximately $2.3B in gross gaming revenue, and growth continues to be recorded in the first half of 2025. Recently, the province of Alberta passed enabling legislation to establish a regulatory framework for online gambling. Once available, the Company also intends to pursue licensure in Alberta to expand its regulated market footprint in Canada.
“Ontario is missing an elegant brand like High Roller. We’re excited to roll out the red carpet for our new customers, and we’re looking forward to showcasing our tremendous product,” said Clemes.
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