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In 2010, the worldwide gaming sector had substantially stable results compared to 2009, with net prize payouts of US $ 3 billion. However, in 2009 there was a 4.1% decrease in wagers compared to 2008 (US $382 billion) primarily due to decreases in the casino segment.
Forecasts provided by GBGC include a recovery in the gaming market starting in 2011, with revenues in 2012 exceeding the 2008 maximum. After the 2008 decline, which primarily affected casino operations, lotteries currently make up the largest share of total activities in the sector. Worldwide, the dynamics of online games will increase at a faster rate than other types of games and will account for an increasing share. The value of online wagers in 2010 came in at US $ 2.3 billion, net prize payouts.