Ohio Lottery Begins Statewide Upgrade of Terminals and Self-Service Kiosks

The Ohio Lottery is launching a statewide technology modernization initiative that will replace thousands of lottery terminals and self-service machines at retail locations, according to a press release. The project covers more than 12,000 clerk-operated terminals and approximately 9,000 self-service devices. The upgrades are intended to improve the purchasing experience for customers while providing retailers with updated equipment and a new gaming system. Installation is scheduled to begin by the end of October, with the upgraded gaming system expected to launch in spring 2027. The rollout will occur in phases, allowing retailers to transition ahead of the systemwide conversion. The self-service kiosks will initially offer scratch-off lottery tickets with cash payments only, with additional games and payment options becoming available when the new gaming system launches in spring 2027. The phased introduction is designed to maintain lottery sales during the transition while preparing retailers and customers for expanded functionality. For self-service equipment suppliers and operators, the program represents one of the larger kiosk refresh cycles now underway at U.S. retail, and a reminder that lottery remains one of the biggest anchored categories for unattended retail. Source: Vending Times — https://www.vendingtimes.com/news/ohio-lottery-begins-statewide-upgrade-of-terminals-self-service-kiosks/