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Scenes from the World Meet 2009 in Santiago de Chile

Looking back on the World Meet 2009 it will always be remembered as a rich learning experience in a warm and friendly country. Once again we would like to thank Polla Chilena de Beneficencia for their excellent organization and their gracious hospitality. We would also like to thank CIBELAE for their friendship and cooperation in making this a world class event. We hope to see you all again WLA 2010 Convention and Trade Show in Brisbane, Australia!
 

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Preparations for the WLA 2010 Convention and Trade Show are well underway

 

The WLA 2010 Convention and Trade Show will take place from October 31 through November 5, 2010 in Brisbane, Australia. Preparations are moving full speed ahead for what promises to be a world-class event.

For details on Brisbane, the convention venue and the on-going development of the business program please visit the official WLA 2010 website at www.wla2010.com

The WLA along with our host for this convention, Golden Casket Lottery Corporation, look forward welcoming you in sunny Australia.

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Tentative event calendar for 2010 now online

The WLA and the five regional associations, AALE, APLA, CIBELAE, EL and NASPL, already have a number of events organized or in the planning stage for 2010. To give you a good idea of what will be happening in 2010 we have put a tentative schedule of all events for you online. The calendar will be updated as the year's events begin to take shape; so stop by frequently and stay informed. For the Event Calendar 2010 proceed here > EVENTS 2010
 
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English for the Lottery Business – Step 1

 

13-18 June 2010
Seminar to be held at Aldwark Manor Aldwark, York, UK with Partners in Training Limited, York

An ideal opportunity not only to boost your practical English language skills and have a lot of fun, but also to meet international lottery colleagues who share your passion for the business!

 

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The WLA Responsible Gaming Framework
Submission Guide

In July of 2009 the WLA published and distributed the Responsible Gaming Framework Submission Guide. This guide provides you with everything you need to know in order to complete your submission for each level of the WLA Responsible Gaming Framework (RGF) and will also help you determine which level your lottery organization is qualified to apply for. The framework itself is thoroughly explained including revisions which it has recently undergone. The guide is available for downloading in the member section of this website.

 

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Dissected and Re-assembled

Jean-Marc Lafaille and Guy Simonis. October 2005.

ISBN 0-9765272-0-0

177 pages - USD 29.95

The realities of gaming

 

This important study is written in an accessible style by two of the pioneers of the modern lottery sector. Combining methodical analysis with editorial opinion, it offers a glimpse of the ins and outs of lottery and casino games in terms of marketing, accounting, technical delivery and social impact. Read the bookreview by Ed Stanek or purchase a copy here.
 

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WLA cooperation with Early Warning System GmbH

 

In 2005 the WLA and FIFA formally agreed to work together to protect and maintain the integrity of football and to safeguard the WLA members' betting systems and products. Beginning in july 2007, Early Warning System GmbH has worked on an operating a system based on experiences gained during the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Implementation of the WLA/FIFA agreement has now been realized. The Early Warning System has been in place since the qualifying matches for the FIFA World Cup 2010 began this past August.

 

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