Last Wednesday’s Powerball failed to produce a winner and the upcoming prize stays still open going into tonight’s draw, adding pressure for players.
Shops now sell tickets in the United Kingdom alongside the U.S., a recently opened market the lottery launched this week, expanding its global reach.
Some American players say the international push creates a disadvantage for locals anyway, a point of contention.
Lottery officials project accelerated jackpot increase because the volume of tickets sold overnight is rising, and could boost sales further.
Live results for tonight’s numbers will be posted on the official Powerball website and local lottery pages after the 11 p.m. ET draw, for fans across the continent.