https://www.siliconvalley.com/2023/10/03/powerball-jackpot-climbs-to-an-estimated-1-2-billion-for-wednesdays-drawing/

The Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $1.2 billion after no ticket matched all numbers to nab the grand prize during Monday night’s drawing.

The mammoth prize up for grabs Wednesday is the third largest in Powerball history. If won, the lucky player will have the option to claim a $551.7 million cash prize, before tax, according to Powerball’s website.