Morning Star
The Mega Millions $1.35 billion jackpot has been won. But here's why you might be buying your next lottery ticket by phone.
There was a $1.35 billion Mega Millions jackpot won by a ticket-holder in Maine. Brandon Sansone uses the Jackpocket app to buy lottery tickets. Lottery apps and online platforms are becoming more popular. 27 states allow for some form of online lottery purchases. Some private companies are in the business. Jackpot.com recently raised $42 million. Americans spend $105.26 billion annually on lottery ticket. It's estimated that lottery apps will become a dominant force in future. They are similar to food-delivery apps. The company Jack pocket has a platform in 15 states and is live in Texas.