Category: Lottery Information

Some interesting facts about Keno

Keno is a successful hybrid between lottery and bingo, with very similar game mechanics applying and players being presented with the chance of winning multiple prizes. With a total of 20 numbers being inscribed on every player’s Keno slip and a total of 20 extracted between 80, the odds of leaving empty-handed are slim. Depending on the casino where people choose to play, the prices are...

What is the difference between lottery and bingo?

People have always been fascinated by games of chance and traditionally they favored those who offered larger payouts, even when the odds were stacked against them. Lottery and bingo are games where the outcome depends exclusively on luck and players regardless of experience have the same chance to win. This makes them easy to understand and play with absolute beginners, and there will always...

Bitcoin lottery: what is it and how to play?

When it was first introduced, the cryptocurrency cause many people to raise their eyebrows in disbelief, but Bitcoin gained a lot of traction recently. It is now accepted by many online ticket sellers and it comes as no surprise that lottery games using this currency were eventually created. There are many similarities between the Bitcoin lottery and regular ones, but also some differences...

Is it worth playing Powerball and Mega Millions anymore?

Lottery is not an invention of the modern era and while it's been around for quite a while, it is here to stay. Some of the most popular competitions such as the Powerball and USA Mega Millions have changed their rules over the course of time, and not all of the changes were for the better. For the vast majority of players, it is less important if the odds have shrunken or improved because...

250 years of Mexican Lottery

The Mexican Lottery can’t match its northern counterparts in terms of amounts awarded and it is hard to believe that its jackpots will outshine the ones awarded by the Powerball or Mega Millions. On the other hand, it has an impressive history with the first draw being held almost 250 years ago in 1770. Over the course of time, new games were added into the mix and the final version...

Why do people play free lottery?

The reason for why lottery games are so popular is that they allow people to keep their dreams alive by investing as little as a few dollars a month. The idea of spending a minimal amount for a chance to become a millionaire is something that keeps lottery players wired despite crushing odds. In the absence of a better path to richness, people stay hooked to lottery games and are even more...

What makes US Powerball so popular around the world?

American lottery players get to choose between purchasing tickets for local lotteries organized by the state they are living in or games held nationwide such as the US Powerball or Mega Millions. The latter has larger prizes and although the odds seem crushing, the prospect of winning huge amounts easily surpasses the downsides. For players residing outside the borders of the United States,...

Decide between the lump sum and lottery annuity

It is always better to be ready for whatever it might come along and this includes both the best and worst case scenarios. For those who play the lottery on a regular basis, the best possible outcome is to win the main prize and if this happens, some practical decisions need to be taken quickly. Perfect planning will prevent any unforeseen obstacles and will enable the winners to fully enjoy...

Pros and cons of lottery betting

Does lottery betting work? Lotteries have been around for decades and although bookmakers are a more recent invention, both enjoy just as much attention and enthusiasm. It was only natural for the bookies to make the step further and contemplate the benefits and shortcomings of lottery betting. In the end, it looks like the pros outshine the cons and with this type of betting gaining a lot...

The People’s Postcode Lottery legacy

People's Postcode Lottery supports good causes! When it was first introduced 24 years ago, the Postcode Lottery didn't inspire much confidence among the players but Dutch company Novamedia BV turned it into a very popular game. The lottery started in the Netherlands and gradually expanded over borders, with one of the latest and most successful games being now held in Great Britain. It is...