Dear APLA members, partners and friends, As we approach the end of 2025, on behalf of the APLA Executive Committee we would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year, and may 2026 be filled with joy, health and success for you and your loved ones. With all best wishes! APLA secretariat team 31 December
APLA Sponsor Carmanah Signs announces that Cameron Waldie, its long-serving President and CEO, is stepping down as part of a planned leadership transition. He will stay on in an advisory role through Q1 2026. “Serving the Lottery Industry alongside the Carmanah team has been a privilege and a joy,” said Cameron Waldie. “We’ve grown from
The Asia-Pacific Lottery Association (APLA) successfully hosted the 2025 APLA Regional Conference from 28–31 October at the City of Dreams, Manila with the host lottery Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO). Under the theme “The Future of Lotteries: Thriving in an Uncertain Era,” the conference brought together 200+ industry leaders and experts from across the globe
The APLA Regional Conference 2025 is just three weeks away, and we are excited to welcome delegates to the City of Dreams, Manila, from 28–31 October 2025! We have already received an impressive number of registrations and are now making the final preparations for this much-anticipated event. This year’s conference, themed “The Future of Lotteries:
The Asia Pacific Lottery Association (APLA) is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the upcoming APLA Regional Conference 2025, scheduled to take place from 28th to 31st October at the City of Dreams in Manila, Philippines. This year’s conference carries the theme “The Future of Lotteries: Thriving in an Era of Uncertainty”,
The Asia-Pacific Lottery Association (APLA) is pleased to announce the addition of Sportradar AG, a global leader in sports technology, as its newest Associate Member. Headquartered in Switzerland and publicly traded on NASDAQ (SRAD), Sportradar has been a pioneer in sports data, betting solutions, and fan engagement since its founding in 2001. The company partners with major
APLA extends our congratulations to valued partner and sponsor, IGT Lottery, on their exciting rebranding to Brightstar Lottery. With nearly 50 years of industry leadership, innovation, and reliability, Brightstar is focused on elevating lotteries and inspiring players — delivering flexible, modular solutions across retail and digital channels, game content, promotions, and operational excellence. APLA is
The Asia-Pacific Lottery Association (APLA) proudly hosted the 2025 APLA Lottery Workshop in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, from 27-30 May, under the theme ‘Unlocking Growth: Marketing & Distribution.’ This year’s workshop brought together lottery professionals to explore innovative strategies in marketing, customer engagement, and responsible gaming – all critical to driving sustainable growth in our dynamic
The Asia Pacific Lottery Association (APLA) is delighted to announce the addition of a new Associate Member, Akanis Technologies (“Akanis”), to our growing network of lottery industry leaders. Based in Paris, France, Akanis is a world leader in air-driven lottery drawing machines, having supplied its innovative products to over 130 customers worldwide since its establishment
The Asia-Pacific Lottery Association (APLA) is pleased to present the official program detailing the presentations, discussions and events scheduled for the 2025 APLA Lottery Workshop themed Unlocking Growth: Marketing & Distribution. This event is scheduled to take place from 27-30 May 2025 at the Sofitel Phnom Penh in Cambodia. The program at a glance Kickstart