IWG Expands US Jackpot Network with Georgia and New Hampshire

The digital lottery landscape in the United States is rapidly converging, with British provider Instant Win Gaming (IWG) playing a pivotal role. With the announcement that the Georgia Lottery and the New Hampshire Lottery have joined the Super Spin Jackpots network, the company is taking a major step toward comprehensive jackpot systems. This is a multi-state progressive jackpot network where players from different states contribute to the same prize pool. As a result, jackpot amounts rise faster and payout intervals are significantly shortened. For state lotteries, this collective is a strategic advantage in remaining competitive against other gambling offerings.

The technical foundation for this expansion is IWG's in-house infrastructure. The system runs on the InstantRGS (Remote Game Server) platform and utilizes specialized InstantJackpots technology. A key benefit for participating states is independence from their respective iLottery platform providers. Typically, integrating new game mechanics requires costly software updates and long development cycles. Through IWG's approach, lotteries can launch new progressive jackpot games without relying on external IT support. The company acts not only as a technical service provider but also manages and settles prize monies across state lines.

Numbers and facts

The network now includes a total of six participants. Founding members and existing partners include North Carolina, Virginia, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania. With the addition of Georgia and New Hampshire, the potential player volume grows significantly. IWG recently demonstrated its innovative strength; on July 10, 2025, the company was named Lottery Supplier of the Year at the EGR B2B Awards in London. Other technological milestones included the launch of the RumblePlay feature in North Carolina on November 20, 2025, and the debut of Wheel Spin Spectacular in New Hampshire on September 9, 2025. In Michigan, the Wild Time brand was adapted for the digital market, featuring a game design that combines three different price points in one application.

"We’re delighted to welcome the Georgia Lottery and the New Hampshire Lottery to the growing Super Spin Jackpots network. Each new lottery expands the shared jackpot pool, creating greater value for every participating lottery and its players." - Jason Lisiecki, Executive Vice President at IWG

Lisiecki emphasizes that network growth creates a continuous cycle of new jackpot opportunities. This keeps the experience fresh for users and ensures regular winning moments. The fact that IWG prepared a digital version of a popular Georgia scratcher brand as early as August 2025 shows the close integration between the partners.

Background

The model of cross-state jackpots has long been established in the US for classic lotteries like Powerball or Mega Millions. However, transferring this concept to eInstants—digital instant lotteries—is a more modern trend. IWG leverages its experience as a partner of the World Lottery Association (WLA) and the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL). These collaborations show that state providers are increasingly prioritizing flexibility. Instead of using rigid systems, platforms like InstantRGS allow for a rapid response to market trends. An example of this is the introduction of haptic feedback in mobile games, known as RumblePlay, which makes the gaming experience physically felt on smartphones.

Why it matters for German players

For players in Germany, these developments in the US have no direct impact on participation, as the German gambling market is strictly regulated and limited to the federal territory. According to the Interstate Treaty on Gambling 2021 (GlüStV 2021), only providers listed on the official whitelist of the Joint Gambling Authority of the States (GGL) are allowed to operate in Germany. Progressive jackpots, such as those offered by IWG in the US, are currently not permitted in German online casinos for virtual slot games. German customers must also adhere to the cross-provider deposit limit of 1,000 euros per month, monitored via the LUGAS system. The stake limit of one euro per spin for online slots also serves player protection and distinguishes the German market significantly from the often more liberal or differently structured US markets. Anyone wishing to play legally in Germany must look for the GGL seal to ensure that winnings are actually paid out and player protection is guaranteed.

What it means for GGL-licensed casinos

German casino operators with a GGL license monitor such international trends closely but can only adapt them to a limited extent due to strict regulatory requirements. While jackpots in the US are pooled across state borders, the focus in Germany is on the strict separation of gaming forms and compliance with technical guidelines. Innovations like the RumblePlay feature could theoretically find their way into German apps, provided they do not violate GGL design guidelines. The cooperation between state lotteries and private technology providers, as exemplified by IWG, occurs in Germany primarily in the area of classic lottery brokerage. For licensed providers in Germany, the most important selling point remains legal certainty and the connection to national blocking systems like OASIS, which illegal overseas providers lack.