Scientific Games Expands SCiQ Tech to 2,000 North Carolina Lottery Retailers After 23.5% Sales Boost
Event summary
- Scientific Games expanding SCiQ technology to 2,000 North Carolina Education Lottery retailers following successful pilot at 7-Eleven, Circle K, and Harris Teeter locations.
- Scratch-Off sales at Harris Teeter stores with SCiQ up 23.5% as of early August 2026.
- SCiQ provides real-time data, digital menu boards, and secure ticket dispensing to optimize lottery product management.
- North Carolina Education Lottery's Scratch-Off games generated $2.84 billion in retail sales in fiscal year 2025.
The big picture
Scientific Games' expansion of its SCiQ technology ecosystem in North Carolina underscores the growing importance of data-driven retail solutions in the lottery industry. The success of the pilot program highlights how real-time analytics and secure ticket management can drive significant sales increases, positioning Scientific Games to potentially replicate this model in other markets. With over 150 lotteries in 50 countries relying on its services, the company's ability to scale this technology could further solidify its leadership in the global lottery sector.
What we're watching
- Sales Momentum
- Whether the 23.5% sales increase at Harris Teeter can be replicated across all 2,000 retailers.
- Technology Scalability
- The pace at which Scientific Games can deploy SCiQ technology to additional markets beyond North Carolina.
- Competitive Positioning
- How this expansion affects Scientific Games' standing as the world's largest lottery games company.
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