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do the lotteries have people researching systems and methods?Reply
So basically, whatever lottery it is we are talking about... They determine who or where the winning ticket comes from, they determine when the jackpot wins and when they want it to rollover... If we are talking about megamillions or non-computerized draws then how can the lottery officials be mad if someone is winning a lot? I mean someone could only come up with a system that worked if the lottery was RIGGED, ok. A system can't be made to predict what balls come out of A big wheel drum that s
May 8, 2007, 6:47 pm - MindReader - Lottery Discussion Forum

Secret WinnerReply
Yes and NO. Yes, being able to stay anominous would be a good thing. But keep in mind this crucial bit of information. The Lotteries are a State Run Institution headed up by politicians. By allowing the winners to not be known would invite corruption. How could one prove, particularly in Computerized states, that the Big Winner wasn't Joe Blow's kid or the kid of that really be political contributor. So yes, it would be nice to be able to keep it a secret. But No, it should not be allowed f
May 2, 2007, 8:14 am - SirMetro - Lottery Discussion Forum

Ontario lottery players launch $1.1 billion lawsuitNews Story
Lawyers for a Toronto man launched a $1.1 billion class-action lawsuit against Ontario's troubled lottery corporation Wednesday, as the fallout from an investigation into widespread corruption widened. The suit, filed on behalf of all those who purchased lottery tickets since 1975, proposes a free lottery as a settlement solution. The government is responsible for ensuring that [its lottery] is fair, honest and equitable and it would appear that their systems that they have in place haven
Mar 28, 2007, 11:56 pm - Todd - Lottery News

U.K. Lottery operator wants to create global super-lotteryReply
If Camalot can't even get Germany to join Euromillions what's the chance of this happening. Also working out how they would deal with different currencies would be tough. Canada's dollar fluctuates far more against the Euro than the Pound does. They would also have to stick with coutries that have a national lottery relatively low corruption and don't tax lottery income. That could include EU members, Australia, Canada, New Zeland, Japan and maybe a few more. The US would be off the list due
Mar 14, 2007, 1:58 am - dvdiva - Lottery News

N.J. Lottery throws out GTECH contactReply
Hi Maddog, Someone who doesn't live in NJ may look at what you wrote and think it's a big overreaction, but the sad truth is that NJ historically has one of the most corrupt governments of any state, and it's probably worse than you describe. All the NJ citizens pay dearly for the corruption with the highest taxes in the nation. And we keep electing the same people to state government again and again, right along party lines. I am convinced that the people here will never get it. NJ i
Oct 22, 2006, 9:34 am - Todd - Lottery News

The possibilities for fraud in RNG gamesReply
Not sure on how to vote in this one. In IL we're fortunate not to have this dilemma. But there is SUCH a HUGE potential for fraud in a RNG drawing that is also distributing quick picks from the same system that there is no way I'd play an RNG drawing under any circumstances. The only way to stop this corruption is to not contribute to it. They "say" it's a money-saving move. How much money are they really saving when their sales drop proportionately? How much does it take to maintain bal
Jul 14, 2006, 1:27 pm - Rick G - Lottery Discussion Forum

Poll - PB & MM vs a National LotteryReply
Quote: Originally posted by Rick G on July 4, 2006 Jack, In your book be sure to include how the new anti-gambling movement required minimum sentencing requirements for those sinners selling or buying lottery numbers, squares for Superbowl and brackets for March Madness. The gamblers and drug users would need all the prison space leaving the murderers and rapists to roam the country free....good fodder for antagonist characters and plot development. But it could go even further...they ren
Jul 4, 2006, 7:07 pm - Rip Snorter - Lottery Discussion Forum

Illinois Gov. wants to privatize state lotteryReply
One should shudder just even at the thought of state lottery games changing hands over to the private sector. Why should one trust a private group more than they would a government entity? Where does the depth of greed lie before the temptation of corruption takes place as it is morally, ethically, socially, and more, blinded by its desire to forever enhance its bottom line? Whenever great financial gains are the underlying and primary motivating factors in any such agreement, there w
May 26, 2006, 2:34 am - paymenow - Lottery News

N.C. lottery is quickly piling up a lot of dirty laundryReply
Remember how the Tobacco lawsuit was going to provide billions for medical care for smokers in every state, and be used to prevent additional smoking? The only group that held up to their part of the deal was the tobacco companies. Americans continue to vote in corruption every single election; as long as the politician promises to give them what they want. The won't get it, but the next election, they'll fall for the same old promise again! Tell me, do you really think America is on the p
Feb 20, 2006, 10:24 am - Chewie - Lottery News

Is the Lottery (PB/MM) corrupt?
Hello, It seems like an inordinate amount of people who are members of Lotterypost believe there is some grand conspiracy, fraud, corruption, or unfair practices going on with the Lottery . I am mainly referring to Powerball and Megamillions, but any comments on state lotteries are welcome. Who believes the LOTTERY is rigged? If you do, please share your stories for all of us to read. Also, if you do believe it's rigged, why do you still play and waste your time in websites like th
Feb 4, 2006, 3:18 pm - WorldWide777 - Lottery Discussion Forum