GeoLocs Powers Geolocation for Kansas Lottery’s Record-Breaking iLottery Launch

 

mkodo, a Pollard Banknote company, is proud to announce that its award-winning geolocation technology, GeoLocs, has been deployed as part of the Kansas Lottery’s recently launched—and hugely successful—iLottery solution. This milestone marks an exciting expansion of GeoLocs' presence in the U.S. lottery market, ensuring seamless, secure, and compliant location verification for Kansas players engaging with the Lottery’s digital offerings.

 

Powered by the Pollard Catalyst™ Gaming Platform, the Kansas Lottery’s iLottery program offers players access to draw-based games like Powerball® and Mega Millions®, along with a compelling lineup of eInstant games developed by the Pollard Digital Games Studio. Launched in February 2025, the program quickly became one of the most successful iLottery rollouts in U.S. lottery history. In its first 90 days, gross gaming revenue surged 110% above historical per capita averages and deposits were 127% higher per capita than previous iLottery launches nationwide.

 

A key contributor to this success is GeoLocs’ geolocation technology, which supports online play by accurately verifying player locations and enabling secure transactions. As part of the Kansas Lottery’s iLottery solution, GeoLocs plays a crucial role in maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring that players can safely enjoy their favorite games from anywhere within the state.

 

“The launch of our iLottery program has been a game changer for the Kansas Lottery, and the response from our players has been phenomenal,” said Stephen Durrell, Executive Director, Kansas Lottery. “From day one, our focus was on delivering a secure, seamless, and engaging experience. GeoLocs has been instrumental in helping us achieve that, ensuring our players can confidently enjoy our games within Kansas borders.”

 

“The Kansas Lottery’s launch is a shining example of innovation and execution in the U.S. lottery space,” added Will Whitehead, Commercial Director, mkodo. “We’re proud that GeoLocs is helping power this growth, and we look forward to continuing to support our partners as they deliver record-breaking results.”

 

GeoLocs has been purpose-built to meet the jurisdictional demands of the Lottery, iGaming, and Sports Betting sectors. With over 18 million location checks daily, the platform supports compliance with complex regulatory frameworks in regions such as the United States, Canada, and Brazil. Recognized by GLI, AGCO, and certified to ISO 27001 standards, GeoLocs delivers trusted, secure, and scalable location verification for regulated gaming environments.

 

For more information on GeoLocs and its capabilities, visit www.geolocs.io.

 

 

About mkodo

 

mkodo, a Pollard Banknote company, is a leading provider of digital apps and user interfaces for the lottery and gaming industry worldwide. Founded in 2001, and based in London and Newcastle, the company has been recognised for its core strength to develop and deliver successful digital experiences to the target audience of their customers’ online users. mkodo’s clientele comprises several leading lotteries and gaming companies around the world, including the majority of the Canadian lotteries and some of the largest gaming operators in the U.K. mkodo is also an Associate Member of both the World Lottery Association and the European Lottery Association.

For more information on mkodo, visit www.mkodo.com.

 

About the Kansas Lottery

 

The Kansas Lottery was established in 1987 to generate revenue for the state while promoting fun, fair, and responsible play. Since its inception, the Lottery has contributed more than $2.2 billion to state programs and initiatives. With a mission to maximize revenue for Kansas while offering engaging and innovative games, the Lottery continues to evolve to meet the needs of today’s players. The launch of its new iLottery platform is a direct extension of this mission—delivering a modern, mobile-first lottery experience that allows players to enjoy their favorite games conveniently, securely, and in compliance with state regulations.

For more information on the Kansas Lottery, visit www.kslottery.com.