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New Associate Member 

APLA is pleased to announce that OpenBet, a leading global provider of sports betting technology, content and services with headquarters in the United Kingdom, has become the latest APLA Associate Member from 1 July 2026. We extend a warm welcome to OpenBet to the APLA family!

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Seoul Conference – Registration Closing soon

We are all ready to go… Delegates who have already confirmed and have paid will soon receive rooming details at the Grand Walkerhill Seoul and some pre-arrival information on the venue. Do remember to apply for your visa or K-ETA. Besides an exciting line-up of outstanding speakers from different countries, you can witness at close

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APLA Scholarship – Deadline Extended 

APLA will introduce a new Scholarship scheme this year for our members. This Scholarship hopes to promote education for employees of APLA member through their participation at APLA and WLA events by providing some financial support to scholarship recipients. In addition, sharing knowledge and experience at such events presents a valuable opportunity for professional development.

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Registration Now Open for APLA Regional Conference 2026

Dear APLA Members and Friends, APLA is pleased to announce that the 2026 APLA Conference will be held from 1 to 4 September 2026 at the Grand WalkerHill Seoul, Korea.  The theme of the 4-day event will centre on Sustainable Gaming, New Trends and Innovation (subject to refinement). We would like to thank DongHang Lottery

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2026 APLA Seminar Wrap-Up

The Asia Pacific Lottery Association (APLA) held this year annual seminar in India on 19 to 22 May 2026 at The Trident Hyderabad. The host lottery was Future Gaming & Hotel Services, with the theme “AI & Tech in Lotteries.” The Seminar featured presentations from gaming professionals on topics relating to technology and lottery operations,

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Hyderabad Seminar – keynote topic on India’s lottery sports & gaming regulations 

India’s lottery and sports gaming sector is evolving rapidly, with new gambling law amendments, the Online Gaming Intermediary Rules under the IT Act, and ongoing disputes over “games of skill” in states like Karnataka and Tamil Nadu shaping a complex regulatory landscape. Operators, investors, and athletes must stay ahead to effectively manage these compliance risks

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