Brightstar Lottery PLC

Brightstar Lottery PLC operates as a comprehensive provider of lottery infrastructure and services across North America, Europe, and international markets. The company designs, manufactures, and operates point-of-sale machines that manage fund reconciliation between retailers and lottery authorities. It also develops and maintains lottery transaction processing systems, produces instant ticket games, and offers associated printing services including graphic design, packaging, and delivery. The company's iLottery platform provides digital access to eInstant and draw games, extending lottery offerings beyond physical retail channels.

Beyond core lottery operations, Brightstar processes commercial transactions including prepaid mobile recharges, bill payments, electronic tax filings, money transfers, and prepaid card services. The company generates revenue through multiple streams: machine sales and leases, software licensing, transaction processing fees, instant ticket production, system maintenance and support services, and marketing services focused on retail optimization and brand awareness. It also supplies replacement equipment and central computers to expand or upgrade existing lottery systems.

The company operates with approximately 5,746 full-time employees and maintains significant geographic presence across the United States, Italy, and broader European markets. Brightstar was originally founded in 1976 and underwent a corporate name change in July 2025, previously operating as International Game Technology PLC. It is incorporated and headquartered in the United Kingdom and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.