Company’s Single-Deck Card Shuffler Improves Operating Efficiencies in Poker Rooms, Casino Pits

LAS VEGAS – October 9, 2018 – PlayAGS, Inc. (NYSE: AGS)(or the “Company”), through its subsidiary AGS LLC (“AGS” or the “Company”), a leading designer and supplier of electronic gaming machines, table products, and interactive solutions for the gaming industry, today announced that its Dex S single-deck card shuffler was approved by Gaming Laboratories International (“GLI”).


AGS Senior Vice President of Table Products John Hemberger said, “We couldn’t be more excited about the GLI certification of our Dex S shuffler, which enables us to actively market and place the product with our many casino partners who have expressed great interest in our highly functional, economical, and elegantly designed shuffler. This is a huge milestone for AGS.”


AGS’ Dex S™ single-deck card shuffler features a streamlined design with less moving parts, making it exceptionally functional and easier to maintain. The Dex S is ideal for increasing efficiency in poker rooms, due to its automated card shuffling, which shuffles a single deck in 35 seconds.

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 09, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Everi Holdings Inc. (NYSE: EVRI) (“Everi” or the “Company”), the casino gaming industry’s single source provider of gaming products and financial technology solutions, announced today that it has entered into a three-year agreement with Caesars Entertainment Corporation (NASDAQ: CZR) (“Caesars”) to provide its CentralCredit® services to select Caesars casino properties. This industry-leading service is used by casino operators to make real-time decisions when it comes to extending credit lines for guests.

“Securing a long-term extension for our CentralCredit® solution with Caesars Entertainment is another proof point of our ability to offer the industry’s most effective financial technology products that help our customers manage their operations,” said Darren Simmons, Business Leader, Financial Technology Solutions, at Everi. “Similar to other solutions in our Intelligence toolkit, CentralCredit® increases our casino partners’ operational efficiencies with seamless, real-time credit reporting access while helping grow market share and increase patron loyalty.”

Everi’s CentralCredit® service is the industry’s largest gaming credit bureau and the leading source of casino-related credit information and reporting. Used to determine guest credit worthiness, the service enables casino operators to access credit reports and updates on guest activity through a private, secure interface. The service features real-time updates to casino activity and international gaming credit data.

For more information about CentralCredit® or the Intelligence toolkit, visit Everi’s website at www.everi.com/intelligence

LAS VEGAS (October 8, 2018) – Aristocrat has won several major awards during the Global Gaming Expo.

In the Global Gaming Awards, Aristocrat’s Lightning Link™ slot game was named Land-Based Product of the Year, and its Game of Thrones™ slot game was named Slot of the Year.

The 5th annual Global Gaming Awards are produced by Gambling Insider in association with G2E and independently adjudicated by KPMG Isle of Man. Nominees were judged by a panel of 70 leading industry experts. 

Separately, Aristocrat’s new Dollar Storm™ slot game was named the Silver Medal winner in GGB Magazine’s Gaming & Technology Awards.

Prior to G2E, Aristocrat was honored at the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance’s (LVGEA) 2018 Annual Awards, winning in the Innovation Category.

“We are humbled that the industry is recognizing our global team’s hard work to bring innovative products to our customers and their players. Our people and their passion for creativity are what distinguishes Aristocrat, and these awards underscore the idea that it truly is all about what’s inside at Aristocrat,” said Aristocrat Managing Director of the Americas Matt Wilson.

Discover Aristocrat’s industry-leading and award-winning innovations in booth #1141 at G2E or visit www.aristocrat-us.com. Join Aristocrat on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

NMi Gaming and GLI Merger Integration Complete, Bringing Additional Benefits to EMEA Clients

HAARLEM, The Netherlands (8 October 2018) – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) and NMi Gaming have completed their integration and have announced several staffing changes that will bring further operational efficiencies; speeding time-to-market, increasing bandwidth, and offering other key benefits to clients.

Martin Britton continues in his role as Managing Director over GLI EMEA, while the backbone of GLI UK remains the same; headed by Andrew Rosewarne and Dr. Rich Edwards.

With the expansion of iGaming across the EMEA sector, Rosewarne continues to provide great iGaming knowledge and initiative, playing a key role working in collaboration with GLI’s global offices and Salim Adatia, GLI’s VP of iGaming, to provide GLI’s iGaming clients with instant global reach through GLI’s 23 offices and 475 jurisdictions.

As the UK office headed by Rosewarne particularly specializes in iGaming, he and his team can provide the expertise to ensure the delivery of outstanding customer service; leveraging the merged capabilities of both GLI and NMi operations to help providers meet key regulatory deadlines with more speed, reliability, efficiency, and quality than ever before. GLI’s valued customers and clients will, therefore, benefit from this combined business ethos and enhanced operational bandwidth, which offers even more efficient testing and auditing brought about by the integration of GLI’s and NMi’s extensive resources in the region.

Additionally, Edwards is now leading all GLI engineering and math groups throughout EMEA, providing a wealth of experience to enhance methodology deployed with new technology products. These two key appointments ensure GLI’s position throughout the EMEA region in providing outstanding knowledge that can be passed onto clients in assisting them through the compliance process.

Additionally, the GLI and NMi sales teams have been combined across the EMEA region. Chris Davies is now co-head of sales with James Illingworth. Our frontline teams are key to ensure we reach our clients in providing guidance, assistance, and expertise.

“Over the past several months, there has been a great deal of positive internal activity. During this period, we have improved many processes to further benefit our clients, Now, these combined departments across EMEA, with key leaders providing enhanced focus, will further enhance our ability to provide unsurpassed service,” said James Illingworth, GLI’s Director of European Client Services – Netherlands.

The combined GLI and NMi operation consists of eight offices across EMEA with more than 320 employees.

In July 2017, the GLI Group acquired NMi Metrology & Gaming Ltd. and related gaming assets (“NMi Gaming”) from NMi Certin, B.V. and related parties. That move supported NMi Gaming’s clients by providing them with instant global reach through GLI’s accredited 475 jurisdictions. Additionally, the transaction aided GLI’s clients by allowing the firm to provide even greater levels of service and attention.

Learn more this week in GLI’s booth #4430 at the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas.

Pennsylvania Licenses Pave Way for AGS to provide slot games, table products to state’s 12 casinos

LAS VEGAS – October 8, 2018 – AGS (NYSE: AGS) (or the “Company”), a leading designer and supplier of electronic gaming machines, table products, and interactive solutions for the gaming industry, today announced that it was awarded a slot machine manufacturer license and table games manufacturer license by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board and will now be able to place product in the Commonwealth's 12 casinos.

AGS President and Chief Executive Officer David Lopez said, “The two Pennsylvania licenses represent a huge milestone for AGS, as we continue to expand our presence into new markets for our company. Now, we can offer our high-performing slot cabinets, game content, table games, and table equipment to the thriving Pennsylvania gaming market. This is huge news for AGS and we can’t wait to start talking to Pennsylvania’s gaming operators about how we can deliver a great player experience and operating efficiencies with our innovative slot and table solutions.”

The Company expects to begin placing product in Pennsylvania in early 2019.

Pennsylvania’s casino industry currently consists of 10 standalone and racetrack casinos, along with two resort casinos, generating approximately $1.4 billion in tax revenue from slot machine and table games play.

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Aristocrat and VGT to Present Check to NIGA during G2E Tribal Leaders Reception

WHO
Aristocrat, VGT, NIGA tribal leaders

WHAT
Aristocrat and VGT to present NIGA with a $50,000 check

WHEN
Tuesday, October 9, 2018 12:45 PM-1:00 PM

WHERE
NIGA’s booth #4408 on the G2E trade show floor

WHY
Aristocrat and VGT made a 5-year, $250,000-commitment to NIGA in support of the organization’s Capital Building Fund. Aristocrat and VGT will present the second installment of that commitment.

PHOTOS
Aristocrat CEO Trevor Croker and VGT President Jay Sevigny presenting a large check to NIGA Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr.

CONTACT
Paul Speirs-Hernandez
paul@steinbeckcommunications.com, (702) 413-4278
LAS VEGAS (October 8, 2018) – Celebrated slot game designer Allon Englman will join Aristocrat as Senior Vice President of Game Development, leading a studio focused on creating industry leading content for the North American market.

Englman most recently was with Scientific Games. He will be based in Aristocrat’s new campus in Las Vegas and starts with Aristocrat on October 15, 2018

Aristocrat’s Chief Product Officer Rich Schneider said, “At Aristocrat it’s all about what’s inside – what’s inside our games, our cabinets, our system solutions, and the company itself – that makes all the difference for our customers. Allon has a long history of leading creative teams known for developing highly innovative, industry leading games that players love to play. We are thrilled to add Allon to our team of leaders and passionate designers. His experience and vision mesh perfectly with the vibrant company that is Aristocrat.”

Platform Positions Company to Accelerate Delivery of Proven Land-Based Game Content to Online Social and Real-Money Markets

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 08, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Everi Holdings Inc. (NYSE: EVRI) (“Everi” or the “Company”), the casino gaming industry’s only single source provider of gaming products and financial technology solutions, is now delivering a comprehensive portfolio of interactive gaming products with the launch of its Remote Game Server (“RGS”) which it will unveil at the 18th annual Global Gaming Expo (G2E®) at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas from October 9-11. Alongside the Company’s most diverse lineup of Games and FinTech solutions, Everi will show casino operators how they can seamlessly create an online gaming entertainment community uniquely tailored to their brand and player strategies through the RGS.

The RGS is a platform to develop and distribute new games with a strategy that allows operators to launch land-based, online real-money, and online social gaming channels with higher visibility and promotion. Everi will leverage its existing land-based portfolio to offer more than 50 titles on its RGS in 2019 to support the Company’s interactive gaming strategy focused on exceeding expectations by replicating Everi’s premium land-based gaming experience for online players. The RGS was recently launched to support online social gaming opportunities and will soon be available to licensed online real-money gaming operators following approval by independent gaming testing agencies and regulators by the end of the year.

“Everi is favorably positioned to help our customers benefit through the development of customized gaming experiences that will engage their existing patrons, attract new players, and help them grow their businesses,” said Michael Rumbolz, President and Chief Executive Officer, of Everi. “Our customers know Everi as a creator of world-class content with slot gaming entertainment that continues to raise the bar on excitement and player engagement. Our new interactive gaming capabilities build on this legacy with content that will enable operators to deliver the most compelling online gaming, social, casual, and mobile content and to build player loyalty for their unique and valuable brands.”

“Everi has an expansive library of tier one content that we can now bring directly from our land-based game development process to our new RGS,” said David Lucchese, Executive Vice President, Digital and Interactive Business Leader, for Everi. “While we are still early in the rollout of our interactive solutions, our capabilities and success in this segment continue to improve at a significant clip with Super Jackpot Slots™, already a top-rated, full-featured online social casino offering. We also have a tremendous library of high-performing stepper games that we are now leveraging including the successful launch of the High Rollin Vegas Slots™ online social casino. To date, our social and real-money interactive offerings are top performers and the launch of Everi’s RGS will be another catalyst as we ramp our activities. Our library uses proven land-based math models and themes that players love to play in both the three-reel mechanical and video multi-line games. Players connect and engage with Everi’s deep library of games and it’s exciting to be able to unlock this for online operators.”

At G2E, Everi’s Interactive division’s business discussions will include a focus on working with customers and partners to integrate with its RGS to bring proven, land-based tier one content to interactive and online channels. Discussions will also focus on establishing new relationships with brand and intellectual property owners to deliver these assets to both real-money wagering and social casino markets and seeking new affiliate partners and sponsorship/marketing opportunities for the Company’s social casino opportunities.

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About Everi
Everi is a leading supplier of technology solutions for the casino gaming industry. The Company provides casino operators with a diverse portfolio of products including innovative gaming machines that Powers the Casino Floor®, and casino operational and management systems that include comprehensive, end-to-end financial technology solutions, critical intelligence offerings, and gaming operations efficiency technology. Everi also provides proven, tier one land-based game content to online social and real-money markets via its Remote Game Server and operates social play for fun casinos. Everi’s mission is to be a transformative force for casino operations by facilitating memorable player experiences, delivering reliable protection and security, and striving for customer satisfaction and operational excellence. For more information, visit www.everi.com.

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Significant milestone towards successful completion of credit-improvement initiatives

LAS VEGAS – October 8, 2018 – AGS (NYSE: AGS) (or the “Company”), a leading designer and supplier of electronic gaming machines, table products, and interactive solutions for the gaming industry, today announced that it has successfully repriced its existing $509 million in Term B Loans, and secured commitments from lenders for an additional $30 million in terms loans under its existing credit agreement.

The Term B Loans amendment, effective October 5, 2018, reduced the interest rate spread 75 basis points from LIBOR plus 425 basis points to LIBOR plus 350 basis points. The LIBOR floor remains at 100 basis points. The interest rate reduction will be 100 basis points if, at any time, the Company receives a corporate credit rating of at least B1 from Moody’s. As a result of the repricing, the Company expects to realize annual cash interest savings of approximately $3.8 million. The repriced term loans continue to be due in full in February 2024.

The new $30 million term loan facility closed and funded October 5, 2018. Initial drawn pricing for the aggregate amount of the outstanding term loan is set at LIBOR plus 350 basis points.

AGS intends to use the proceeds from the financing for general corporate purposes and additional capital to accelerate growth.

AGS President and Chief Executive Officer David Lopez said, “We have been very pleased with the strong support among our lenders, which has resulted in reduced interest rates and very attractive terms for our new loan facility. Today’s announcement represents another milestone towards AGS’ growth and commitment to a strong credit profile.”

 

LAS VEGAS, NV (October 8, 2018) – Gaming Arts, LLC, (“Gaming Arts” or “the Company”) an end-to-end gaming technology provider, including electronic gaming machines, bingo, keno and interactive casino-wide promotions, today announced that Keith Kruczynski, Director of Game Development, has been named to the 2018-2019 class of Emerging Leaders of Gaming (“ELG”) and Global Gaming Business Magazine (“GGB”) ‘ELG 40 Under 40’. Kruczynski will accept the notable award this week during the Global Gaming Expo (“G2E”) at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The ‘ELG 40 Under 40’ awards, produced in conjunction with The Innovation Group (TIG), Emerging Leaders of Gaming (ELG) and Global Gaming Business magazine (GGB), recognizes professionals under the age of 40 who are making significant impacts in the gaming industry.

Gaming Arts’ President Mike Dreitzer said, “On behalf of Gaming Arts we’d like to congratulate Keith for this award. It’s very well deserved and we’re very proud of what he has accomplished. We look forward to great things from him in the days ahead.”

Gaming Arts’ CEO and founder David Colvin said, “Keith has done an incredible job advancing our EGM initiatives. He and his team follow the company’s mission to always think outside of the box, bringing truly innovative products to the gaming industry. All who know Gaming Arts understand that we are ‘compulsively creative’ in all we do, and Keith is no exception.”

Kruczynski joined Gaming Arts in January 2018 to oversee a team of developers in the design, creation, testing, and release of innovative and high performing slot, bingo, and casino games, many of which will be launched at G2E in Gaming Arts’ booth no. 4447.

Before joining Gaming Arts, Kruczynski was a Game Producer at International Game Technology (IGT), where he designed and managed the production of multiple games for the Evolve Studio.

Prior to IGT, Kruczynski served as Director, Game Development with Bally Technologies/Scientific Games where he oversaw four game-development studios; helped lead the transition of the Las Vegas game development team to Windows and Unity on the ArgOS platform; and managed relationships with third-party game development studios. He led studios responsible for creating games based on popular licensed consumer brands, working closely with brand licensing and third-party licensors to effectively launch these products to gaming operators and players.

During his twelve-year tenure with Bally Technologies/Scientific Games, Kruczynski also served as Game Producer and Software Engineer. He was nominated by his peers to participate in the company’s Excellence in Leadership program – an executive development initiative for aspiring leaders. Kruczynski was also recognized by Bally Technologies as Inventor of the Quarter for the 7 Reel Two-Way Frenzy patent and was named inventor or co-inventor on five Bally Technology patents.

Kruczynski holds a Bachelor of Science in computer science from Siena College in Loudonville, New York, with a certificate in Theatre.

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National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) Chairman Ernie Stevens Jr. to test his Plinko skills

WHAT: Entertainment icon and The Price is Right host, Drew Carey will celebrate the world debut of IGT’s The Price is Right slots at the Global Gaming Expo. Carey will host spirited games of Plinko with the National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) Chairman Ernie Stevens Jr. on a replica of the player-favorite game from the famed daytime TV show – The Price is Right.

WHEN: Wednesday – October 10, 2018

1:10 – 1:30 p.m. --- Photo Opportunity/Media Stunt

1:30 – 3:00 p.m. --- Drew Carey plays Plinko with IGT customers for real prizes

WHERE: IGT Booth #3659 – Global Gaming Expo

Sands Expo -- 201 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89169

WHY: At G2E, IGT will debut three, The Price is Right-themed casino games including:

  • The Price is Right Showcase Showdown Slots on the MEGATOWER™ Universal cabinet. The towering, three-reel, five-line game stands 11-feet tall and places lucky players in the middle of their own “Showcase Showdown” bonus events, where they can spin the Big Wheel for grand prizes.
  • The Price is Right Video Slots on the CrystalCurve™ ULTRA cabinet. The vibrant three-level progressive features vignettes with game show host Drew Carey and comes to life on the cabinet’s 32-inch, curved lower display and its 50-inch, curved upper display. The highly interactive game features many of the TV game show’s most popular games such as Punch A Bunch, Cliff Hangers, and Rat Race.
  • The Price is Right Plinko Slots on the CrystalDual™+ Stepper cabinet. This three-reel, five-line game gives players the chance to play the widely loved The Price is Right Plinko game for a chance to win big prizes on a classic, mechanical reel slot.

Media Contact:

Michelle Schenk, IGT – 702.669.8177 // michelle.schenk@igt.com

Media RSVP is requested, but not required

LONDON, U.K. – Oct. 8, 2018 – International Game Technology PLC (“IGT”) (NYSE: IGT) today announced that the Company will reveal slot games inspired by America’s highest-rated daytime game show, The Price is Right®, and by celebrated entertainment icon, Adam Levine, today at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas. These top-tier games will be among the hundreds of IGT innovations on display in the Company’s G2E booth under the theme “Your Best Bet.”

“G2E is an opportunity for our customers to experience IGT’s The Price is Right and Adam Levine games for the first time and to visualize the fun and excitement that both brands can introduce to their casino floors,” said Dallas Orchard, IGT Chief Product Officer, Gaming. “Adding The Price is Right and Adam Levine slot games to IGT’s premium portfolio further strengthens our content roadmap for several of our premium cabinets, and continues IGT’s momentum in partnering with world-class licensed properties to create broadly appealing, unique casino experiences.”

Within IGT’s booth 3659, IGT will premiere three The Price is Right slot games -- each one introducing something new to IGT’s premium portfolio and capturing unique aspects of the timeless game show. The three new The Price is Right slots games include:

  • The Price is Right Showcase Showdown Slots on the MegaTower™ Universal cabinet. The towering, three-reel, five-line game stands 11-feet tall and places lucky players in the middle of their own “Showcase Showdown” bonus events, where they can spin the Big Wheel for grand prizes.
  • The Price is Right Video Slots on the CrystalCurve™ ULTRA cabinet. The vibrant three-level progressive features vignettes with game show host Drew Carey and comes to life on the cabinet’s 32-inch, curved lower display and its 50-inch, curved upper display. The highly interactive game features many of the TV game show’s most popular games such as Punch A Bunch, Cliff Hangers, and Rat Race.
  • The Price is Right Plinko Slots on the CrystalDual™+ Stepper cabinet. This three-reel, five-line game gives players the chance to play the widely loved The Price is Right Plinko game for a chance to win big prizes on a classic, mechanical reel slot.

Music fans will delight in the sights and sounds of IGT’s Adam Levine Video Slots on the CrystalCurve ULTRA cabinet. The game leverages a vast collection of popular Adam Levine concert imagery and entertains players with its six jackpot levels. The game includes a jukebox feature that enables players to select their favorite chart-topping songs as they enjoy the game and play for its in-game collector guitar giveaway.

For more information visit IGT.com.

LAS VEGAS, October 5, 2018 -SHARK TRAP GAMING & SECURITY SYSTEM – 2018 UPDATE

Shark Trap Gaming & Security Systems, LLC, continues to make steady progress in their quest to introduce the world’s first ‘super shufflers.’ Shark Trap shufflers are ‘smart shufflers’ that offer many advantages over traditional shufflers including no-batch platforms (only one deck required for one-deck novelty games, not two decks; only six/eight decks required for baccarat, not twelve/sixteen decks), reduction in card costs, faster and more productive games, and the capability to detect all forms of marked cards and asymmetries.

Shark Trap is making three major announcements in advance of the 2018 G2E.

First, Shark Trap has begun the GLI approval process and anticipates certification on or about January 2019. Moreover, customers are waiting to field test the units.

Second, Shark Trap is on the verge of announcing an exclusive distribution/licensing partnership that will facilitate the placements of shufflers both in the USA and abroad.

Third, Shark Trap is releasing some of the details about its ground-breaking ‘GC-Bacc System’ for baccarat, which features their one-of-a-kind round-to-round shuffle (patent to be issued in early October, 2018).

Here are just a few of the features:

• The system will be the first to increase game speed and productivity with a new
delivery system that allows each card to be dealt from a flat, forward position, which
dramatically reduces dealing distance and therefore dealing movement for every card.

• The system provides operators with more options to reduce card costs than ever before,
especially in ‘squeeze games’ where the cards are discarded after every shoe.

• Unlike any other platform in the world today, the system offers absolute protection
against marked cards and asymmetries, and we can prove it!

• The system also offers absolute protection against the most dangerous, sophisticated,
and successful baccarat scams known to exist, and many more yet to be exposed.
Examples include peek scams, cutter scams, high-tech scams, and many more.

• Finally, Shark Trap’s ‘GC-Bacc System’ for baccarat eliminates the need for
preshuffled cards! Given that preshuffled cards have become an industry staple, this
proclamation will undoubtedly raise eyebrows, but it’s true: the ‘GC-Bacc System’
renders preshuffled cards obsolete!

Shark Trap employs the same operational technology in all of its shufflers, so following GLI
approval, the expectation is that the development process will begin to pick up speed. We also expect more industry-changing announcements in the very near future.

LAS VEGAS (October 5, 2018) – Aristocrat’s passion for creativity will be overflowing in booth #1141 at the upcoming Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, where Aristocrat will bring the ultimate live show experience to the world’s gaming industry.


“We are excited to invite the global gaming industry to celebrate with Aristocrat as we bring leading innovations to G2E. On the show floor, we are creating the ultimate live experience that perfectly showcases our passion for what we do,” said Siobhan Lane, Aristocrat’s Sr. VP of Gaming Operations and Marketing.


Experiences include:


Mad Max: Fury Road™ Slot Game, Car, 180-Degree Photo Op, Oct. 9-11, booth #1141

Aristocrat is debuting the new Mad Max: Fury Road slot game by bringing Max’s V8 Interceptor to the show, where attendees can sit behind the wheel and get a high-octane, 180-degree photo. Attendees can also wander the heavily themed Wasteland Lounge, decorated with incredible VFX and costumes from the film.


MOTOWN® Slot Game Lounge and Graffiti Artist, Oct. 9-11, booth #1500 at Hall Entrance A

Attendees can bop into the MOTOWN® Lounge, where Aristocrat will celebrate its newest musical slot game with giveaways and a graffiti artist who will create original works of art each day, live on the show floor.


Dragon Link™ Lounge Dragon Parade, Oct. 10, 11:00 - 11:30 a.m., booth #1141

Las Vegas’ own Lohan School of Shaolin will open G2E Day 2 with a ceremonial lucky dragon dance to shower all G2E attendees in good fortune.


Buffalo™ 10th Anniversary Celebration with Giant Buffalo Cake, Oct. 10, 1:00-2:00 p.m., booth #1141

Buffalo is one of N. America’s most popular games, and as the legend turns 10, Aristocrat is celebrating and unveiling the evolution—the all-new Buffalo Diamond™. Celebration features a bash packed with goodies, including a giant Buffalo cake created by Freed’s Bakery, featured bakery on Food Network’s hit series, “Vegas Cakes.”


Aristocrat Talent Wall, Oct. 9-11, booth #1141

A wall dedicated to Aristocrat’s passionate employees gives attendees a fun and fascinating look into the company’s culture, with a series of five, custom-made short films that showcase how the company’s talented teams bring their passion to life.


It’s All About Customer Feedback, Oct. 9-11, floor-wide

Aristocrat cares about its customers and is directly soliciting attendee feedback with its first-ever Survey Hot Spots located across the show floor.


Premium Giveaways Oct. 9-11, booth #1141

No celebration is complete without prizes and surprises, and Aristocrat will give away amazing swag packs with themed merchandise from Mad Max: Fury Road, MOTOWN, Buffalo Diamond, Billions™, and FarmVille™.

 

Custom Guest Room Channel, Oct 8-11, Venetian and Palazzo Guest Rooms

The live show experience doesn’t stop on the show floor. Attendees can watch an exclusive channel in their guest rooms at the Venetian and Palazzo with content created specifically for show attendees.


Games, Games, Games

• Design matters, which is why Aristocrat created the cutting-edge flame55™ cabinet with leading titles including Billions, Buffalo Diamond, The Big Bang Theory™, and WESTWORLD™.

• Players will live on the Edge in Aristocrat’s Edge X™ cabinet with mind-blowing titles like Mad Max: Fury Road, FarmVille, Madonna™, and The Walking Dead III™.

• RELM™ and RELM XL™ cabinets step up the stepper experience with new Buffalo titles and a realm of thrilling proprietary titles.

• Class II players will cheer the Helix+™ OVATION™ platforms with innovative Aristocrat player-favorite titles amplified the Class II.

• VGT will showcase a mix of classic content leveraging the Aristocrat library of player-favorite titles and custom content created specifically for Class II operators.

System Innovations

Cutting-edge Aristocrat’s Oasis 360™ system solutions include Oasis Loyalty™, ONE LINK™, and Drinks On Tap™.
At Aristocrat, it’s all about what’s inside, and inside G2E, only Aristocrat is providing the ultimate, floor-wide show experience.


Media Contact: For interviews with Aristocrat executives about the company and its innovations, contact Dana Reynolds, Senior Director of Marketing, dana.reyolds@aristocrat.com or (702) 927-3107.

Vegas Golden Knights Ambassadors to Open Show, Make Appearances in AGS Exhibit and G2E Lobby

LAS VEGAS – October 5, 2018 – AGS (NYSE: AGS) (or the “Company”), a leading designer and supplier of electronic gaming machines, table products, and interactive solutions for the gaming industry, is bringing Vegas Golden Knights fanfare to the Global Gaming Expo (“G2E”) as part of its corporate partnership with the National Hockey League (“NHL”) franchise.

What: AGS is bringing ambassadors from the Vegas Golden Knights to officially open G2E – the world’s largest conference and trade show for global, commercial, and tribal gaming professionals. The team’s mascot – Chance– as well as their Golden Aces promotional team and Knight Line presented by Drumbots, will officially “open” G2E with a high-energy procession from the G2E Lobby to AGS’ Booth No. 1253.

The Golden Aces, Chance, and the Drumbots will also be available during G2E for photo opportunities, both in AGS’ Booth No. 1253 and in the G2E Lobby near registration.

Who: Vegas Golden Knights Golden Aces, Knight Line, and team mascot Chance.

Why: This high-energy event, which will begin in the G2E Lobby near the Registration area and culminate in a parade through the G2E exhibit area, will serve as the official opening of G2E 2018, setting the stage for an enthusiastic and productive show.

Who Should Attend: The media, G2E exhibitors, and all show attendees.

When:

Tuesday, October 9

  • 10 a.m.: G2E Lobby near registration, with a parade to AGS Booth No. 1253 for the official G2E opening
  • 10:30-11 a.m.: Photo opportunities with Chance, Golden Aces, and Knight Line in AGS Booth No. 1253
  • 11 a.m.-12 noon: G2E Lobby near registration for photo opportunities with the Golden Aces, Knight Line
  • 12 noon-1 p.m.: Photo opportunities with Chance in G2E Lobby near registration

Wednesday, October 10

  • 10-11 a.m.: Photo opportunities with Chance in G2E Lobby near registration
  • 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m.: Photo opportunities with Chance, Golden Aces, and Knight Line in G2E Lobby near registration
  • 1:30-2 p.m.:  Photo opportunities with Chance, the Golden Aces, and Knight Line in AGS Booth No. 1253

Where: The event will begin in the G2E Lobby and continue in a parade through the exhibit area, ending at AGS’ exhibit No. 1253, where Vegas Golden Knights ambassadors will hand out branded T-shirts and hockey pucks and participate in photo opportunities. AGS executives will be on hand for short interviews about the Company’s corporate partnership with the Vegas Golden Knights and AGS’ G2E product showcase.

Taking center stage in its G2E booth, AGS will display Vegas Golden Knights-themed roulette signage, a promotional- use only Vegas Golden Knights Big Red slot machine, and the Company will unveil its 2018 Obsessed with the Game video, which features a hockey theme and highlights AGS’ award-winning company culture.

Media Contact: For interviews with AGS executives about the Company’s corporate partnership with the Vegas Golden Knights, please contact Laura Olson-Reyes, Vice President of Marketing and Communications, at 702-349-1223 or lolson-reyes@playags.com.

LAS VEGASOct. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaming Arts, LLC  ("Gaming Arts" or "the Company") today announced that a lucky woman won $100,000 while playing the Company's Bingo Millions® 5 Combo at Goldsby Gaming Center in Norman, Oklahoma on Sunday, September 16, 2018.

Melissa Resendiz was playing the Company's Bingo Millions 5 Combo when she won the bingo jackpot by hitting her coverall on the 47th ball of the game. This jackpot hit only four days after play began at the location. It is the largest one-time bingo payout in the history of Oklahoma!

Melissa said, "This win is life-changing and a blessing. I am not sure what I plan to do with the winnings; I am still in shock!"

Gaming Arts' Bingo Millions 5 Combo delivers two incredible grand prizes on one ticket for $1,000,000 and $100,000, and various smaller jackpot amounts all the way to 54 ball calls providing players with many more chances to win. Bingo Millions jackpots are offered at no risk to the operator, and are guaranteed by Gaming Arts.

In only the last five years, the Company has awarded nearly $15,000,000 in 'life-changing jackpots' and continuously provides operators across the country with games that are exciting for the player and profitable for the casino. Most recently, a lucky Pennsylvania resident won $250,000 at Seneca Gaming and Entertainment Salamanca casino in New York, and before that a California woman won a $100,000 grand prize at BJ's Bingo & Gaming in Washington. Earlier this year, an Arizona man took home a massive $1,000,000 Bingo Millions jackpot on his birthday at Lone Butte Casino in Arizona.

Gaming Arts' President Mike Dreitzer said, "On behalf of the Gaming Arts team and our trusted distributor Integrity Gaming, we'd like to congratulate Melissa on her lucky win. With the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas next week, this jackpot could not have come at a better time. We are excited to share yet another win with the Goldsbyteam and with bingo players everywhere! With this win, it is yet another example of how GA pays and pays and pays…"

Learn how the Company will 'Play Big!' at G2E in Las Vegas, Nevada October 9 – 11 in booth no. 4447 where it will demonstrate Bingo Millions along with a multitude of keno and bingo products and the worldwide launch of its inspiring video slot content.

·  Boguslawski honored with Great Women of Gaming’s ‘Leadership’ Award; Named to 2018-2019 Class of ‘Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40’

 

·  Company’s Chief Marketing Officer, EVP of Investor Relations Credited with Helping Elevate Corporate Brand and Overseeing Launch of Robust Investor Relations Program Following Company’s IPO Earlier This Year


LAS VEGAS, October 4, 2018 –  AGS (NYSE: AGS), a leading designer and supplier of electronic gaming machines, table products, and interactive solutions for the gaming industry, today announced that Julia Boguslawski, the Company’s Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President of Investor Relations, has received two of the gaming industry’s leading awards: Great Women of Gaming –Leadership and Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40. She will accept both awards next week during the Global Gaming Expo at the Sands Expo® in Las Vegas.


The Great Women of Gaming Leadership award recognizes Boguslawski for being a leader with a proven track record and a high level of achievement, serving as a role model to other women in the gaming industry. Nominations were judged by an esteemed committee of 18 gaming leaders from across the industry.


Boguslawski was also named to the 2018-2019 class of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming (“ELG”) and is being recognized as an ‘ELG 40 Under 40’. Produced in conjunction with The Innovation Group, Global Gaming Business magazine, and Emerging Leaders of Gaming, the significant award recognizes women and men in the gaming industry under the age of 40 who embody leadership roles and have contributed above and beyond expectations to their organizations and the gaming industry. Boguslawski was selected by a combined Global Gaming Business and The Innovation Group advisory board from nominations solicited through an open call to the industry.


AGS President and Chief Executive Officer David Lopez said, “I have had the opportunity to work with Julia at Shuffle Master and now AGS; she’s a strong leader who is a fierce advocate for our industry. At AGS, she has dramatically elevated our marketing and communications programs, and following our IPO in January, launched a robust investor relations program and has played a key role in nearly doubling our stock price and significantly raising our visibility with investors, analysts, and the media. With so many deserving leaders at AGS and in our industry, it is an honor to congratulate Julia on receiving not one, but two, of the most prominent awards in our industry. Her impact is felt far beyond AGS, and I’m sure Julia’s contributions to our industry will continue for many years to come.”


Before joining AGS, Boguslawski was the Chief of Staff at Scientific Games, where she led corporate communications, corporate social responsibility, and served as a senior advisor to the executive team at the $4 billion global gaming, lottery, and digital supplier.


Prior to that, she served as the Vice President of Global Marketing at Bally Technologies, where she oversaw corporate, product, and field marketing, trade shows and events, and corporate communications and community relations.


In 2008, Boguslawski started her gaming career at Shuffle Master, managing dual roles as Vice President of Investor Relations and Vice President of Corporate Communications.


She was recognized in the “40 Under 40” awards by VEGAS Inc. and received the 2013 “Great Women of Gaming – Rising Star” award. Boguslawski earned an MBA from Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, October 18, 2018 (PRNewswire) – Aruze Gaming America, Inc. (“Aruze”) is excited to announce that they have been awarded the gold medal for their Muso Triple-27 as the Best Slot Product in the 2018 Global Gaming Business Gaming & Technology Awards (“G&T”). 

“Our customers already know the Muso Triple-27 is a great product, and we are pleased to receive this prestigious award recognizing that,” says Justin Arcemont, Managing Director of Global Sales. “Our first-in-the-industry wireless charging is easy to point to for innovation, but the LED backlighting makes just as much – maybe more!—of an impact on the floor.”

Muso Triple-27 is the industry’s first slot machine that features a wireless charging port for mobile devices. Muso Triple-27 creates a stunning light display with its LED backlighting that gives a 360-degree presence on the casino floor. LED lighting continues behind the monitors, in edge lighting along the monitors themselves, and even in the player’s wrist rest engulfing players in the game atmosphere. Additionally, the Muso Triple-27 provides stunning graphics brilliantly displayed on large 27-inch monitors.

The G&T Awards are the casino industry’s most prestigious awards, recognizing excellence in innovation. The panel of judges consisted of casino operators, gaming analysts, and consulting professionals. The other winners of the 17th annual GGB G&T Awards, can be found by visiting  https://ggbmagazine.com/article/17th-annual-ggb-gaming-technology-awards-winners/.

“The GGB Gaming & Technology Awards are the pinnacle achievement in the gaming industry. The judges for the awards are the experts in their fields and to be chosen as a winner is a true honor and recognizes innovation and efficiency,” says Roger Gros, Publisher of Global Gaming Business Magazine. “Aruze has proven once again to be a leader in developing products that are truly transformative in the gaming industry.”

For more information about Muso Triple-27 or any other Aruze products, visit www.aruzegaming.com or email sales@aruze-gaming.com.  

 

About Aruze Gaming

Aruze Gaming designs, develops, and manufactures slot machines and gaming devices for the global casino market. With affiliates in America, Hong Kong, Australia, South Africa, Macau, Philippines, and Japan, Aruze Gaming produces innovative gaming products, including high-resolution video and stepper slot machines, communal gaming products, and multi-terminal devices.

For more news and information about Aruze, please visit http://www.aruzegaming.com.

Multi-level progressive brings unprecedented player excitement to table games

LAS VEGAS – October 4, 2018 – AGS (NYSE: AGS) (or the “Company”), a leading designer and supplier of electronic gaming machines, table products, and interactive solutions for the gaming industry, today announced that its STAX™ table-game progressive received the top Gold award in the 2019 Gaming & Technology Awards for ‘Best Table-Game Product or Innovation’.

AGS Senior Vice President of Table Products John Hemberger said, “We are thrilled to see STAX win this industry-leading recognition for its ability to generate tremendous excitement in the casino pit and drive revenue for gaming operators. The brilliant two-sided progressive display is an attention-getter itself, but when you couple it with multi-level and must-hit-by jackpots, STAX truly transforms basic games like blackjack by adding anticipation and more ways to win.”

STAX was selected among numerous table-game products for this prestigious award, sponsored by Global Gaming Business magazine, which recognizes innovative developments in table-game products. A panel of esteemed judges from across the industry selected the winners. STAX also received Casino Journal’s 2017 ‘Top 20 Most Innovative Gaming Technology Award’.

AGS’ STAX is a highly configurable table games progressive system which offers various wagering options, along with multiple levels and distinct pools, to seamlessly transform basic games like blackjack, as well as AGS’ player-favorite proprietary games like Chase the Flush™ and Criss Cross Poker™. Easily integrated onto games, STAX uses AGS’ existing, approved Bonus Spin™ hardware for seamless installation and game changes.

Company’s Leading Solutions Help Maximize Funds Delivered to the Casino Floor, Enable Data-Driven Decisions, and Set the Stage for the Transformation of Financial Technology Solutions Across the Casino Enterprise

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 03, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Everi Holdings Inc. (NYSE: EVRI) (“Everi” or the “Company”), the casino gaming industry’s only single source provider of gaming products and financial technology solutions, will debut a comprehensive portfolio of financial technology solutions that optimize casino operations and enhance the guest experience at the 18th annual Global Gaming Expo (G2E®), to be held at the Sands Expo and Convention Center (Booth #1116) in Las Vegas from October 9-11. Alongside the Company’s largest-ever lineup of Games solutions, Everi FinTech will display its latest innovations that help operators responsibly deliver more cash to the casino floor and allow casino operators to maintain the highest level of compliance, all while driving gaming and non-gaming revenue.

“Each year, we process more than 100 million transactions across our secure network and drive almost $27 billion onto the floors of our casino partners,” said Michael Rumbolz, President and Chief Executive Officer, at Everi. “This scale and our expertise across the gaming industry’s financial technology space uniquely positions Everi to deliver integrated solutions that help casino operators maximize funds delivered to their casino floors while providing their guests with a rich, seamless experience. Our customers know that our commitment to innovation results in products that improve the efficiency of their cash access operations and provide them with the ability to make proactive and informed decisions around player behavior, such as through our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance solutions. Everi’s advanced financial technology solutions on display at G2E 2018 will reinforce the fact we remain far ahead of the industry in creating products that address the industry’s current financial technology needs while also demonstrating the path forward as the market evolves.”

Darren Simmons, Everi’s FinTech Business Leader, added, “We’re focused on providing our customers with solutions that are fully integrated across all of the channels we address for the gaming industry’s financial technology needs. We remain committed to delivering industry-leading solutions that enable our customers to provide funds to the floor, meet their growing burden of regulatory obligations, and achieve the highest standard of network security, all with a keen eye on responsible gaming. This core foundation provides an excellent platform for Everi to develop the next generation of solutions that will provide customers with a 360-degree view of their guests, enabling them to make more informed decisions. These capabilities will be on display at G2E as we highlight how we are delivering the future of financial gaming technology, today.”

Everi FinTech product displays at G2E 2018 will also include integrated digital experience sessions where operators can interact with a combination of current, emerging, and future financial technology concepts, a new element for the show this year. Everi FinTech product demonstrations at G2E 2018 will include:

CashClub Wallet™ is a sophisticated, interactive digital wallet that consolidates payment options for players when integrated with Everi’s CashClub® software and full-service kiosks. CashClub Wallet allows players to store multiple payment methods, easily move funds in and out of the casino, and manage their spend limits, all aimed at supporting responsible gaming. CashClub Wallet also creates consistency across payment types through a convenient and efficient patron interface.

CashClub® Concierge is a personalized cash access cage service for VIPs as well as table games and high-limit room players that integrates mobile tablets and mobile point-of-sale (POS) devices through the CashClub software. CashClub Concierge eliminates the need for a player to move away from gaming to access additional funds as the product brings the cage to the player. Once players are enrolled in CashClub, they only need to visit the cage once for transactions to be authorized, retrieved, and completed on the floor.

Everi will have on display a number of its fully integrated kiosks including its newest full-service kiosks, the CXC 5.0 and CXC 5.0 L, that offer enhanced security features including self-frosting glass and a real-time rear view camera as well as plentiful branding and marketing space. Designed for smaller volume properties, the CXC 5.0 L offers similar services as the CXC 5.0, but with a smaller footprint and a lower price point. The space- and cost-efficient VersatileXchange™ (VXC) kiosk, a feature rich platform that can dispense cash or tickets, issue cards, convert currency, and/or configure enrollment, will also be on demonstration. All three of these kiosks will feature QuikTicket™, CashClub Wallet, ticket-in/ticket-out (TITO), bill breaking, and the Everi Cares™ Giving Module, the only premier cashless donation opportunity available in the gaming space.

Everi is teaming up with Atrient, a leading innovator in self-service loyalty kiosks for the gaming industry, to offer operators one-on-one demonstrations, showing how Atrient’s PowerKiosk™ combined with Everi’s multi-function CXC kiosks come together to enhance player loyalty and drive more funds to the gaming floor. Everi will also have two kiosks specifically tailored for international markets on display at the show.

Everi Compliance® AML solution is the gold standard for AML compliance across the industry. The product suite provides real-time tracking for all transactions on the casino floor and integrates with all major casino management systems. The system also completes, files, and archives forms required to comply with federal money laundering requirements.

Jackpot Xpress™ is a highly intuitive software platform that enables floor staff to securely and efficiently process jackpots using a mobile device (Jackpot Xpress Mobile) right at the player’s gaming machine or at the JackpotXchange® Lite (JXC-L) kiosk. Jackpot Xpress is the only jackpot management system that combines mobile productivity, secure kiosk payment, tax forms management, and AML tracking into a single solution. The technology effectively reduces or eliminates paper, reduces cage lines, player wait times, and improves efficiency of casino staff.

Everi’s CageXchange™ cash dispenser speeds up transactions, reduces cash shrinkage, and improves overall casino staff productivity. By reducing tedious manual cash counting, wait times are significantly shortened, allowing staff to focus more time on customer service and other cash room functions. CageXchange helps improve cage accuracy and stores cash securely, providing additional protection of funds while reducing counting and balancing times.

RecyclerXchange™ cash recycler removes the need for cashiers and tellers to count and verify currency, allowing staff to focus more time on customer service. RecyclerXchange automatically counts, stores, and sorts cash, allowing casinos to maximize cash inventory and tighten cash controls that positively impact operations. The product also increases a casino’s ability to flex services and space to meet evolving customer demands.

Everi’s CentralCredit® is the industry-leading repository for casino-related credit information and reporting to determine a patrons’ creditworthiness. The solution enables operators to quickly and efficiently make informed, proactive decisions for extending casino credit to patrons – as the platform provides real-time and seamless access to the industry’s largest gaming credit bureau. Similar to other solutions in Everi’s Intelligence toolkit, CentralCredit has helped operators grow market share and increase patron loyalty while increasing operational efficiencies.

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Las Vegas, NV - February 18, 2020

Resorts World Las Vegas announced the selection of Konami Gaming, Inc., as its exclusive gaming system management partner. Konami’s award-winning system, SYNKROS, will streamline, manage and optimize the US$4.3 billion resort’s gaming operations by converting meaningful data into actionable information. The dynamic system will provide the resort with powerful marketing, communications and tracking tools designed to increase player engagement through individually customized incentives; assess and optimize real-time casino performance through detailed reporting and visual analytics; and manage accounting, slot and table operations, among other capabilities.

Scheduled to open in Summer 2021, Resorts World Las Vegas will be the first resort on the Las Vegas Strip to integrate the full suite of tools available through SYNKROS’ comprehensive enterprise software license throughout the 110,000-square-foot, next-generation casino floor. Through the partnership, Resorts World Las Vegas and Konami will collaborate to bring a complete array of marketing solutions including first-to-market technology to the property, while simultaneously enhancing the players’ experience through key benefits including cashless wagering, mobile account management, loyalty and bonus awards and more.

“Reinventing the hospitality experience in Las Vegas means enhancing our service measures and boosting customer engagement through every touch point of the Resorts World Las Vegas experience, including gaming,” said Scott Sibella, president of Resorts World Las Vegas. “Through this partnership with Konami and the implementation of SYNKROS, we will have the ability to connect with players in real time to provide the most cutting-edge, personalized gaming experience on the Las Vegas Strip.”

“The opening of Resorts World Las Vegas will bring a wave of leading-edge technology, convenience, and amenities to guests, in ways that are absolutely historic for Las Vegas and the larger global gaming community,” said Tom Jingoli, executive vice president & chief commercial officer at Konami Gaming, Inc. “For years, Konami’s SYNKROS has worked to deliver guest experiences at the forefront of innovation, so the chance to create new heights of engagement and entertainment for future Resorts World patrons truly resonates with our shared, enduring vision. The work of Scott Sibella and his team has made an exciting impression on the space and we greatly anticipate this addition to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip.”

Those interested in learning more about SYNKROS’ award-winning product suite are encouraged to visit www.konamigaming.com.

1. What does the Novomatic transaction mean for Ainsworth Gaming Technology’s business in the Americas?

As everyone knows, in early 2018, Novomatic AG and Len Ainsworth closed the transaction resulting in the transfer and ownership of Mr. Ainsworth’s shares, representing 52% of the publicly available shares, to Novomatic AG. As a result of the transaction, Novomatic AG became a majority shareholder of Ainsworth and also gained a seat on Ainsworth’s Board of Directors. Ainsworth Game Technology will continue to run its global business as a stand-alone, public company. The companies enjoy an arm’s length, synergistic relationship in compliance with Australian Stock Exchange stipulations and limitations with regard to any potential additional share ownership and investment in the future. Additionally, as parts of the transaction arrangement, there will be additional collaboration, including an ongoing effort by both companies to identify cost side savings as they relate to common suppliers, Novomatic AG acting as the European distributor for Ainsworth product and the companies’ share of content and operating synergies between Greentube and Ainsworth Online businesses, among others. This arrangement benefits both companies.

2. You’ve just announced your plans for retirement and are stepping down in mid-2019. What does the future hold for Ainsworth’s CEO position?

Yes, I have announced that I am stepping down as CEO. But I am not retiring and will be with Ainsworth in a yet to be defined role and I will continue to serve on the Board. I’ve been in the CEO chair for 11 years and have seen tremendous growth and change to the company. We’ve brought Ainsworth to the Americas region in a meaningful way, opened a state-of-the-art Americas operational headquarters, expanded our Latin American businesses and continued to mature our product offerings and company and now is the right time. In fact, while this tends to be rare in the gaming industry, Ainsworth is actually engaging in proper succession planning. This announcement reflects our commitment to visibility for our shareholders and our reporting requirements as a public company. It’s also important to note that our Americas leadership team remains intact and focused on continued growth in the region to match our commitment to deliver shareholder value as a global gaming company. Most importantly, during the search for our new CEO, there will be no impact on the day-to-day operations of the company. This is the primary reason for this measured approach as we maintain consistency and stability as we look to fill my position.

3. Recently, Ainsworth completed the single largest installation of its historical horse racing solution in a partnership with Churchill Downs. What is your vision for the future of the historical horse racing segment?

Our partnership with Churchill Downs was to develop and deliver historical horse racing terminals and system for its entry into the historical horse racing market in Kentucky. Our initial shipment of 900 terminals was delivered to Churchill Downs’ brand-new Derby City Gaming facility in Louisville. This was a seminal project for our company, as we created this product in close collaboration with Churchill Downs and gave us a great chance to flex our development muscle. The project clearly demonstrates Ainsworth’s unique capability of being large enough to deliver on a project like Derby City, but nimble enough to react to our partners’ bespoke product needs. This is also a huge opportunity to leverage opportunities in the emerging historical horse racing market as jurisdictions potentially pursue these types of implementations.

4. What new markets do you see providing additional growth for Ainsworth?

Historical horse racing can certainly be one of those areas. We also believe that our Class II offerings can continue to be significant contributor for the company in the future. In the past year, we have entered several new Class II markets for the first time and are excited about growing that recurring revenue footprint. Late last year, we also entered the Washington State ESTS market where we are focused with new products and staff. We’re pursuing many opportunities in the Canadian market, as well. And without a doubt, we are always on the lookout for possible acquisitions and niche markets where we can use our strong balance sheet and financial stability to increase the bottom line.
LAS VEGAS (October 2, 2018) – For customers of Aristocrat and VGT, it’s all about what’s inside – what’s inside the game, the cabinet, the system, and the company itself – that makes all the difference. In booth #1141 at G2E 2018, Aristocrat and VGT will highlight that what’s inside the heart of the organization is its sharp focus on customer-centricity and the innovations they create as a result of that focus.

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“Everything we do at Aristocrat and VGT is customer-driven and aimed at helping our customers create the most entertaining experience possible for each of their guests. We are passionately committed to creating products for every customer preference, and we are absolutely thrilled to showcase our latest innovations at G2E 2018,” said Matt Wilson, Managing Director Americas.

Attendees’ experience on the Aristocrat side of the booth will be brimming with the latest innovations that give robust support to each of its cabinets along with further extensions of legendary, proprietary titles. Aristocrat will also show a new spin on innovative play including metamorphic wheels, Hold & Spin™ Multiplay, and persistent wilds.

Aristocrat has deep and broad support for each of its cabinets. Appearing on flame55 is the all-new Buffalo Diamond™ 10th Anniversary Edition, released to mark the 10th anniversary of North America’s most popular game, Buffalo™. Adding to the flame55 library is an all-new version of The Big Bang Theory™ along with the new Billions™ Slot Game, based on Showtime’s hit TV drama. Next, the new WESTWORLD™ slot game bursts onto the scene on flame55 with a unique play experience that allows players to experience two separate base games either simultaneously or through an integration of the two games.

Next, Aristocrat’s exciting Edge X™ cabinet will demonstrate how the future of large-form cabinets will be shaped by these innovative products. Titles on Edge X include the new titles Madonna, Mad Max: Fury Road™, Farmville™, and the latest in the incredibly successful The Walking Dead franchise, The Walking Dead III™ slot game.

Aristocrat also remains firmly committed to its RELM™ and RELM XL™ stepper cabinets, and the booth will be filled with new stepper titles and game themes. New game themes for RELM include Buffalo Gold™, 5 Dragons Gold™, Gold Stacks 88™, and Wicked Winnings II™, bringing some of Aristocrat’s most popular video titles to the stepper player.

The new Helix XT™ is the latest portrait cabinet from Aristocrat complete with curved 4K monitor, and top products for the cabinet include Mighty Cash – Double Up™, Ultimate Wheel Blast™ with its industry first “metamorphic” wheels, Really Wicked Winnings™, and Sun & Moon Gold™.

Next, the legendary and ground-breaking Lightning Link™ slot game is the inspiration for the all-new Dollar Storm™, with a first-of-its kind multi-level progressive action game that combines with a $100,000 MSP jackpot. Aristocrat will also showcase the power of its Lightning Link Lounge™ concept and its sister gaming experience concept, Dragon Link Den™ for the popular Dragon Link™ game.

VGT will showcase a mix of classic content leveraging the Aristocrat library of player-favorite titles and custom content created specifically for Class II operators. VGT will show the new Helix XT™ cabinet with new Class II titles including Dancing Foo™, Lunar Festival™, and Buffalo Xtreme™. The Arc™ Single cabinet will feature new titles and game themes including Buffalo Gold™ and the Fortune Series – Jin Shi™, and Jin Long™.

Aristocrat’s Oasis 360™ system solutions will be highlighting a multitude of products focused on developing a deeper connection with operators to help them be more competitive, efficient, and innovative. Solutions include Oasis Loyalty™, a multi-site single card marketing and rewards solution; ONE LINK™, our floor-wide bonusing, media, and progressive management solution; Drinks On Tap™, an award-winning mobile drink-ordering system; and Oasis 360 Loyalty Kiosk™, with a fully integrated enterprise suite of cutting-edge bonusing, reporting, card reprinting and marketing promotions.

Come to Aristocrat’s booth #1141 at G2E and discover for yourself that it’s all about what’s inside.

G2E Highlights Include Debut of All-New Empire DCX Premium Cabinet; Company’s First Mechanical Wheel Top Box; Growing Portfolio of Licensed Content; Significantly Expanded Library of Gaming Themes; and Industry Unique Form Factors

Finale of Sixth Annual TournEvent of Champions Features 166 Participants Competing for $1 Million* Grand Prize

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 02, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Everi Holdings Inc. (NYSE: EVRI) (“Everi” or the “Company”), the casino gaming industry’s only single source provider of gaming products and financial technology solutions, will debut a comprehensive portfolio of gaming entertainment solutions that will help casino operators deliver a more engaging experience for their players at the 18th annual Global Gaming Expo (G2E®), to be held at the Sands Expo and Convention Center (Booth #1116) in Las Vegas, Nevada, from October 9-11. Alongside a deep lineup of innovative Financial Technology solutions, Everi Games will display new cabinets and games, including more than 90 original game themes inclusive of 15 licensed brand titles; industry-unique hardware platforms that enable new entertainment experiences; extensions for player-popular game themes; and the thrilling conclusion to the sixth annual 2018 TournEvent of Champions®.

Michael Rumbolz, President and Chief Executive Officer of Everi, commented, “Our investments over the last several years in developing new gaming entertainment solutions and experiences for players have significantly expanded the areas of the slot floor we address. We continue to evolve our product portfolio to include new gaming cabinets, original content, games featuring licensed brands from iconic entertainment properties, and exciting game play features. As a result, our solutions engage players at higher levels and help casino operators generate higher returns on their investments in our products. The new hardware platforms and gaming content we will debut at G2E 2018 further raise the bar on the level of innovation and entertainment we provide to operators and their guests. Our team is excited to demonstrate these products for our customers at the show.”

Dean Ehrlich, Executive Vice President and Games Business Leader of Everi, added, “Our product development team is completely focused with a commitment to produce superior game content and hardware that creates unique player experiences that are sure to resonate throughout the slot floor. This focus has driven us to develop innovative cabinets and other hardware platforms as well as unique original content. Our new product introductions at G2E 2018 will continue our track record for delivering highly-differentiated form factors and game content. With our largest and most diverse display of new gaming entertainment solutions in Everi’s history, our booth at G2E 2018 is a must see for casino operators seeking products that will help them engage players and grow their business.”

Everi Games’ G2E 2018 product demonstrations will include:

Exciting New Hardware Platforms
As Everi continues to expand its game theme portfolio, the Company has developed new cabinets and other hardware platforms that help promote games, keep players engaged, and deliver new, immersive entertainment experiences. The new cabinet and hardware platforms debuting at G2E this year include:

The new Empire DCX™ premium video cabinet features dual curved 43-inch monitors with integrated edge lighting, a 4K display that provides an immersive player experience, enhanced game controlled lighting, and premium 4.1 surround sound. Expected to hit casino floors in mid-2019, the Empire DCX will debut at G2E with two branded game themes: The Mask™ and The Karate Kid™. The Mask slot game is based on New Line Cinema’s 1994 hit comedy that follow the misadventures of bank clerk Stanley Ipkiss, who is transformed into a manic hero when he wears a mysterious mask, and features exciting game play including mask reels with a nudge and pick feature and a free spin bonus. The Karate Kid is based on the popular feature film franchise [and now a Youtube Premium original series, Cobra Kai] that first debuted in 1984 featuring the struggles of Daniel LaRusso to overcome his transition to Southern California and a group of bullies with the help of Mr. Miyagi. The Karate Kid game features Miyagi Multipliers and a Young Hearts Respin that highlights LaRusso and his love interest Ali Mills.

Everi’s Renegade 3600™ offering is a larger-than-life hardware platform. The wide-area progressive (WAP) banked solution features three 43-inch convex curved monitors which combine to create a unique visual bonus experience along with a sign-based speaker package that supplements the sound capabilities of the individual Core HDX™ gaming cabinets. The platform offers a unique floor-wide celebration environment that is sure to turn heads. The Renegade 3600 will debut two new games: Smokin’ Hot Stuff Jackpots™, a new version of Smokin’ Hot Stuff™ based on the friendly and fiery comic book character, and Snoop Dogg Presents The Joker’s Wild™, which is based on the popular new Snoop Dogg-hosted version of the classic TV game show that airs on TBS and where players compete by matching symbols on three reels and answering questions.

Empire Arena™ offers an immersive gaming experience and bank-wide bonuses across a six-pod arrangement of Empire 5527™ cabinets, making it impossible to miss on the gaming floor. Empire Arena features edge-lit shelves and circular signage that amplifies the product’s merchandising capabilities. At G2E 2018, Empire Arena will be featured with four base video game themes and Discovery Channel’s Shark Week® bank wide bonus feature that brings undersea adventure to life in a spectacular way with big win celebrations.

Everi is a leader in the high-denomination three-reel mechanical reel market segment with games that continue to rank at the highest levels of industry performance. Building on this success, the Company’s new Skyline Revolve™ offering will introduce the first mechanical wheel top box feature for the popular Skyline™ top box which combines the traditional look and feel of the Player Classic® gaming cabinet with a vintage-inspired bezel for a thrilling reinvention of the classic mechanical cabinet. Skyline Revolve will debut at G2E with the latest extensions of games based on the Penn & Teller® and Casablanca® licenses, themes which have proven popular since their introduction on video platforms in 2016. The new platform also features dynamic lighting behind the wheel wedges and a physical bell that sounds during bonuses and big wins.

Growing Portfolio of Game Content
Everi has evolved its portfolio of gaming cabinets over the last several years and now delivers a broad range of unique cabinet designs to casinos across the U.S. and Canada. The Company is expanding its library of games featured on these cabinets and will highlight new and exciting gaming content at G2E 2018.

Since its introduction last year at G2E as a for-sale offering, the single-screen Empire MPX™ (the “E43”) has proven popular with players. With a smaller space requirement that allows for optimized bank configurations, the E43 enables operators to place more units in a dedicated space and save up to 25 percent of floor space compared to traditional bank configurations. The E43 features a 43-inch full HD display, game-controlled lighting with backlight feature, an ergonomic LCD button deck, and a USB charging dock.

New E43 standard games debuting at G2E 2018 include three new games for the Company’s Lightning Zap Jackpots™ series which does away with reels, lines, and pay tables to create an entirely new player experience. These new game extensions capitalize on the game’s proven formula for success with simplicity, random events, and huge upside. Each theme – Electric Rush™, Power Burst™ and Super Charge™ – offers different features and distinct volatility levels. Everi’s Apex Edge™ topper, a 27-inch monitor that sits atop the E43 cabinet and features game controlled edge lighting and unique game content displayed on the screen, will be featured on E43 for-sale offerings at the show. MoneyBall® will also debut on the E43 standard cabinet featuring a random ball that awards static jackpots in a unique bonus event execution.

A new premium offering for the E43 cabinet that will debut at G2E is South Park®, the wildly successful animated sitcom on Comedy Central that is currently in its 22nd season. The game incorporates some of the show’s more unforgettable scenes and characters including They Killed Kenny free spins, a Professor Chaos multiplier feature, and Cupid Me Wilds features.

The Empire 5527™ premium cabinet features a portrait-oriented 55-inch upper display and landscape-oriented 27-inch lower display to dazzle players. The Empire 5527 leverages proven technology from the Empire MPX to deliver an exciting new player experience with visuals never before seen on an Everi gaming device. New games debuting on the Empire 5527 cabinet include Press Your Luck®, based on the popular television game show which brings the excitement of table play to the slot floor. Felix the Cat®, a new game based on the iconic character that sprang from the age of silent films and first debuted nearly 100 years ago, will also be on display. Felix the Cat features seven interactive bonuses, progressives available on all bets, and easy to understand all scatter pays.

Since its introduction in early 2017, Everi’s Core HDX® gaming cabinet has proven to be popular with players with its dual widescreen 23-inch, 1080p HD monitors, integrated touchscreens, and premium 3-way sound system. Lazer Lock™, a banked multi-denomination linked progressive offering with four themes – Jade Empire™, Ice Sapphire™, Flame Ruby™, and Pharaoh’s Treasure™ – will be featured on the Core HDX. Lazer Lock features two unique free spin bonuses – one with wild multipliers and another with a three-reel symbol – and higher bets that provide players with better progressive odds. Everi will also have on display Pop-N-Win™ on the Core HDX. Pop-N-Win is a banked, premium linked progressive game that features a custom faux-skill bonus game that mimics an asynchronous timed TournEvent® style game. Yardbirds 2 Foxy's Revenge®, Shark Attack®, and Honey Bear® will be featured as the base games at the show.

For the popular three-reel mechanical reel Player Classic® cabinet, Everi is bringing several new innovations to G2E. Cash Machine™ is the only stepper game of its kind with easy to understand game play and a max bet feature that activates all reels, and Hundred or Grand™ offers simple all or nothing gameplay for the hi-denomination player with only two available prizes – 100 credits or 1,000 credits. In addition, the legendary country music of Willie Nelson, one of the most iconic American singer-songwriters of all time, will be featured in a follow-up to the successful WAP games introduced earlier this year for Class II and Class III markets. Willie Nelson’s On the Road Again™ is a new banked concept that features a symbol-triggered progressive and an opportunity to respin up to nine times with a winning spin.

Everi will also introduce the Player Classic 26, adding a 26-inch top box to the Player Classic cabinet with the Liberty Spirit™ theme among others. The Player Classic Boost, which integrates an Apex N™ topper, is a for-sale linked progressive offering and will feature several games including Wild Electric Diamond™, Wild Jewels™, and Wild Gems Extra Spin™.

Sixth Annual TournEvent of Champions
The award-winning, industry-leading TournEvent slot tournament solution has been a centerpiece of Everi’s G2E presence for more than 10 years and on casino floors for nearly as long. Everi will again host The Million Dollar Event®* at G2E 2018, bringing to an exciting conclusion the 2018 TournEvent of Champions, which kicked off in May 2018.

Now in its sixth consecutive year, the 2018 TournEvent of Champions featured three tour buses and The Money Man® visiting 104 partner casinos across the United States and Canada. More than 200,000 participants competed in TournEvent qualifiers to identify the 166 players who will compete on October 10 at XS in the Wynn/Encore Las Vegas Resort for a share of more than $1.3 million in cash prizes, including a $1 million* top prize. Everi will live stream all of the action via Facebook Live on its TournEvent of Champions and Super Jackpot Slots™ Casino Community Facebook pages.

*Payable in periodic payments over 20 years or in a lump sum, present day cash value payment.

LAS VEGAS (October 1, 2018) – The world is open for business, and in booth #4430 at G2E 2018, supplier, regulator, and operator attendees can benefit from Gaming Laboratories International’s (GLI®) globally tested, proven, and trusted products, services, and expertise.

Attendees can register for a free pass to the G2E show floor using this link, then visit booth #4430 during G2E 2018 and learn how GLI can help open more markets to supplier products, help boost security and compliance, and gain critical insights into new technologies.

GLI is the one and only independent testing and certification lab that can provide suppliers with access to every existing and emerging gaming jurisdiction. Attendees can meet with GLI’s team of experts and discover GLI’s unsurpassed portfolio of testing, assessment, and certification services along with innovative “regulation ready” tools such as GLI Link® and Point.Click.Transfer.® GLI can take your products everywhere in the world quickly, accurately, reliably, and cost-effectively.

GLI will also discuss its innovative award-winning Test Automation, which works 24/7 to help suppliers get their products on casino floors even faster, and with more quality and reliability than ever before.
“Wherever you want to take your product, we have a solution to get you there, cost-effectively and with less risk,” said VP of Global Services Ian Hughes. “We are committed to quality testing that is done right the first time, which saves suppliers money, and gets them to market faster.”

Beyond the booth, GLI will lend its expertise to several panels during G2E. VP of Business Development Melissa Aarskaug will moderate the panel “The Power of Tech I: Suppliers’ Perspectives in Leveraging Technology to Bring Added Value to Your Customers.”

VP of Government Relations and General Counsel Kevin Mullally will moderate a Regional Roundup panel discussion as part of IAGA Best Practices Day. Mullally will also participate in an International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL) Masterclass® on the topic: “Can Responsible Gaming Regulation Keep Pace with Advancements in Gaming.”

Director of Latin America and Caribbean Government Relations and Business Development Karen Sierra-Hughes will speak at the networking breakfast “Sports Betting in Latin America.”

Sports wagering will be a major discussion topic at G2E, and GLI continues to lead in the space, the latest example being the release of its highly-anticipated standard, “GLI-33: Event Wagering Systems,” the world’s first event-wagering technical standard, developed to ensure the integrity of the dramatically expanding U.S. sports betting market.

Company to showcase new Orion cabinet, rich library of new game content, host of table solutions

LAS VEGAS – October 1, 2018 – PlayAGS, Inc. (NYSE: AGS), through its subsidiary AGS LLC (“AGS” or the “Company”), a leading designer and supplier of electronic gaming machines, table products, and interactive solutions for the gaming industry, is obsessed with the game, and nowhere will this be more obvious than in the Company’s nearly 7,000 square foot exhibit No. 1253 at the Global Gaming Expo (“G2E”) October 9-11 at the Sands Expo® and Convention Center in Las Vegas.

This year, AGS will showcase more than 80 slot and table games, along with its full host of AGS Interactive solutions – all designed to deliver an exceptional player experience and help gaming operators boost their bottom line.

AGS President and Chief Executive Officer David Lopez said, “We have had a monumental year because of our team’s relentless focus on innovation, customer partnerships, and culture. The results of our hard work will all culminate at G2E, where the strength of our business will be on full display. We’re excited to give customers an early peek at our third Orion? cabinet and demonstrate our large library of new game titles, expanding table products portfolio, and new mobile solutions proven to drive off-property revenue and engagement. It’s an exciting time at AGS and visitors to our booth will feel that energy.”

Obsessed with the Player Experience

In the Company’s expansive games display, AGS will highlight a host of engaging game content for its Orion Portrait, Orion Slant, and ICON™ platforms, designed to delight players and drive revenue for Class II and Class III markets.

Taking center stage will be AGS’s newest cabinet innovation – the Orion Upright. This sophisticated new addition to the Company’s high-performing Orion family features dual 27-inch displays, a 21.5-inch LCD topper, LCD button deck, high bright accented bash buttons, a USB charger, and the Orion’s distinctive starwall design featuring 420 game-synchronized full-color LED lights for an innovative gameplay celebration. AGS is launching the Orion Upright with a library of exclusive new titles and AGS greatest hits.

For its Orion Slant platform, launched in May 2018 and already boasting an installed base of more than 630 games, AGS will highlight new Xtreme Jackpots® titles, along with the new Fai Cai Shu™ and Kingdom Ca$h® families which offer themed banking, linked progressive jackpots, and a variety of math models.

For its high-performing Orion Portrait platform, AGS will showcase nine new game titles, including the Diamond Streak™ family, Crystal Magic™, and six new Xtreme Jackpots games.

Obsessed with Performance in the Casino Pit

AGS continues to propel its table solutions business with a host of new proprietary table games and table solutions. Poker fans will love Vega$3™, a new twist on traditional three-card poker. Lucky 21 Bacc™ combines the excitement of baccarat and blackjack, while 100X Roulette™ takes roulette to the next level with a chance for a 100x payoff.

One of AGS’s must-see table attractions is Bonus Spin Xtreme™, a progressive side bet to transform table-game play. During this community or player-envy experience, players can win the chance to spin one of three virtual wheels which will generate multiple winners at the same table with each spin. The top award is a linked progressive jackpot, and smaller awards can include cash or casino-configurable non-cash prizes.

From its table equipment lineup, AGS will showcase the Dex S™ single-deck poker shuffler, featuring a streamlined design that is economical, durable, reliable, and exceptionally functional.

Obsessed with Mobile, Online Engagement

AGS Interactive will showcase its groundbreaking Social White-Label Casino, the industry’s only B2B mobile solution that offers events, contests, and other in-app Live Operations features to add new levels of excitement to casino-branded social games. Also on display – AGS’ new real-money gaming solution, which delivers a diverse variety of high-performing game content to the world’s premier online operators through AGS’ robust game aggregation platform.

- Company highlights position as leading U.S. B2B Sports Betting solutions provider
- Expands Wheel of Fortune® portfolio to include new TRUE 4D™ and MegaTower™ games; demonstrates depth and breadth of multi-level progressive portfolio on CrystalCurve™ cabinet
- Bolsters core portfolio with new Proven Performer titles, high-denomination mechanical reel games; debuts IncrediBell!™ video tournament solution
- Continues video poker and keno leadership with new content on multiple cabinets
- Presents M5 next-generation media management system, and range of mobile systems solutions for land-based casinos

LONDON, Oct. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) today announces the products and solutions that the Company will showcase under the theme "Your Best Bet" at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E), Oct. 9-11 in Las Vegas, Nev. With the trade show's largest booth, IGT will display hundreds of innovations for land-based and digital gaming, and demonstrate how its solutions can help IGT customers capture the market opportunities of today and the future, including those within the rapidly evolving U.S. sports betting market.

IGT at G2E 2018:

"The abundance of opportunity for our customers in the nascent U.S. sports betting and digital gaming markets provides IGT with an exciting opportunity at G2E to demonstrate how we can leverage our leading PlayShot B2B sports betting platform and the full capabilities of our PlayDigital organization to benefit casino and lottery operators," said Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO North America. "As our G2E theme 'Your Best Bet' reinforces, IGT will showcase a range of games, cabinets and systems that our customers can place on their floors with confidence, knowing that we prioritize performance and extensive roadmap development across our entire product and solutions portfolio." 

IGT gaming innovations within IGT's booth 3659 will include:

IGT PlayDigital™ organization and the market-proven PlayShot™ sports betting solution: IGT will highlight the versatility of its PlayDigital organization and "go digital" portfolio that enables anywhere, anytime gaming. Center stage will be IGT's PlayShot sports betting solution, the leading U.S. B2B sports betting platform. Already deployed in multiple states and the sports betting platform of choice of some of the world's largest casino operators, IGT PlayShot sports betting technology is a fully capable "plug and play" technology that offers land-based retail, on-premise and state-wide digital delivery options. Leveraging its experience as a global sports betting provider, IGT will introduce its PlayShot QuickBet sports betting kiosk, a user-friendly and modern, walk-up sports betting option. The Company will also debut the CrystalBetting™ Terminal – a slot machine-inspired hardware that applies IGT's pedigree in land-based casinos to give players an immersive and comfortable way of enjoying the full range of in-play and pre-match wagering, live video and more.

Premium games that excite on attention-grabbing hardware: G2E attendees will be chanting "C'Mon Big Money!" as they tour IGT's premium G2E portfolio and are greeted by the evolution of Wheel of Fortune Slots. IGT will feature two new Wheel of Fortune 4D games – Wheel of Fortune 4D Featuring Vanna White and Wheel of Fortune 4D More Money, along with new games Wheel of Fortune Triple Red Hot 7s™ for the top-performing MegaTower cabinet. New mega-sized game Megabucks® Double Diamond® Deluxe on the S3000® XL cabinet will advance IGT's momentum in the large-format space, while IGT's TRUE 4D title American Gods™ 4D will entertain players with its vibrant, multi-sensory gaming experience that captures the spirit of the namesake TV fantasy drama. The Company will demonstrate the depth and breadth of its multi-level progressive library for the CrystalCurve cabinet by showing new base games for its expansive library of multi-level progressive games on the CrystalCurve cabinet such as the Fort Knox®, Fortune GongGolden Goddess® and Jurassic Park™ Trilogy games.

Proven core content on compelling hardware: The Company's core portfolio will be anchored by a large library of core video games that excelled in the IGT test bank program and achieved Proven Performer status. On the CrystalCurve cabinet, IGT will showcase titles such as the Fortune Coin™ and Coin O Mania™ games, along with additional newly minted Proven Performer titles. Making its G2E debut, IGT's CrystalDual® 27 cabinet will feature a range of top-performing games such as Scarab™ and Solar Disc™, and new innovative games such as Wild Pirates® and Lucky Buddah™. IGT will demonstrate the versatility of the CrystalDual 27 cabinet by unveiling a new video TournXtreme® product, IncrediBell! and hosting spirited slot tournaments throughout the three-day event.

In the stepper space, IGT will feature titles on the S3000 cabinet such as the Red White and Blue®Drumroll game – one of many titles that incorporates classic features such as prominently displayed pay tables, iconic sounds, and retro-style jackpot meters. The Company is also increasing its focus on the high-denomination space, which will be evident with titles such as Pinball® Gold and Double Double Gold™ on the S3000 cabinet.

New video poker and keno content with market-leading brands and mechanics: As the market leader in video poker, IGT will continue to set the industry standard for excellence through new video poker and keno content. The Company will reveal a new version of the most popular video poker title of all time with Game King®. The content bundle incorporates roulette and new game concepts based on some of IGT's most successful slot titles such as the Da Vinci Diamonds® Keno game. IGT will also showcase the evolution of its Wheel Poker® game series with the Asian-themed Lucky 8's Wheel Poker™ game. The new Ultimate X Keno® and Super Times Pay® Kenogame titles build on IGT's winning poker brands to introduce a new keno experience.

Systems solutions that differentiate loyalty programs and enable agile operations: G2E attendees can experience the evolution of in-display media management through IGT's M5 systems solution. Built with HTML-5, the IGT Advantage® system add-on places a range of conveniences such as personalized promotions, beverage ordering and exciting bonuses at the players' fingertips within a slot game's service window. The M5 solution enables operators to create content once and deploy it across multiple channels with a consistent user experience. Mobile innovations such as Mobile Intelligent Offer (MIO) and Cardless Connect™ technology will demonstrate how mobile devices can enhance the player experience.

Other product highlights within IGT's booth will include:

  • IGT Dynasty Electronic Table Games (ETG) and content. G2E will be the world debut of IGT's automated Triple Zero Auto Roulette game, and also a platform for the Company to highlight its new RNG baccarat interface, along with its expanded options for baccarat and blackjack side bets. IGT will also showcase its new signage options for Dynasty ETG terminals.
  • Chill Gaming's dynamic game concept Bloomtopia™, and the chance-skill hybrid game Fortunes of the Brave® that reward players with monetary and non-monetary rewards.
  • New games for the CrystalDual® + Stepper cabinet such as the Alfred Hitchcock™ – Master of Suspense, and Temple of Treasure™ Triple Gold® games.
  • An expanded Class II portfolio that includes migrations of Class III video Proven Performer titles such as the Solar Disc and Mistress of Egypt™ games.
  • The CDS-compatible Triple Fortune Dragon® game on the CrystalCurve cabinet.
  • The Company's marquee Video Lottery Terminals Quasar® VLT and CrystalDual 27 VLT, as well as market-specific content including the Shield Maiden™ and The Wild Life® Extreme games.
  • Features of the Intelligen™ System including mobile device integration with Mobile Advanced Business Intelligence.

For more information visit IGT.com.

Candi Lopez Will Interface with Las Vegas-based Suppliers

LAS VEGAS (September 27, 2018) – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) has again expanded its supplier client service team, naming Candi Lopez as a new Supplier Client Service Representative. She will be based in the company’s Las Vegas lab and will primarily serve Las Vegas-based suppliers.

Lopez has been with GLI for 12 years most recently serving as a Quality Assurance Supervisor, where she interfaced directly with GLI supplier clients of all sizes, supervised Quality Assurance staff, and helped to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of testing in GLI’s Las Vegas lab.

“We are thrilled to welcome Candi to our supplier service team. She has been working directly with supplier clients for many years, and brings a unique understanding of our client needs,” said Client Services Manager Justine Clay. “We are also excited that she is a long-time GLI employee, and we are proud that employees choose to stay with GLI and that we are able to develop our employees so that we can promote from within.”

Her technical expertise dates back to her time in the United States Marine Corps, where she repaired various radio/communication devices and adapted and modified cables to suit the needs of the Marine Corp, among other duties.

LONDON, Sept. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (IGT) (NYSE: IGT) announced that Matthew Whalen, IGT's Senior Vice President, Operations, North America Lottery, has been inducted into the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2018. Whalen was honored at the induction ceremony, which took place during the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) Annual Conference and Trade Show on Sept. 26, in Cleveland, Ohio.

"Matt is committed to the highest standards of integrity and minimizing business disruption to our global customer base, each and every day," said Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Lottery. "He has led more than 1,500 system integration projects for our global customers, with an annual delivery portfolio consisting of more than two million labor hours. His dedication to our business and customers speaks volumes about his leadership capabilities and commitment to driving the lottery industry forward."

"I'm honored to be included among those in the Hall of Fame, and to work in an industry with so many devoted and talented people," said Whalen. "I'm proud to have been a part of some truly significant technological achievements in this business, and I believe we are only scratching the surface of what we will ultimately be able to achieve."

The Lottery Industry Hall of Fame was founded by the Public Gaming Research Institute in 2005 as a means of honoring those who have done the most to make the lottery industry the great success that it is today. The recipients of this award are all a credit to the industry and join a select and distinguished group of world lottery professionals. Membership is reserved for lottery professionals who have promoted excellence and integrity throughout their careers. Each year, former inductees nominate and vote on the final recipients.

In his current operations role, Whalen delivers on IGT's Customer First philosophy, working directly with lottery customers to foster relationships and drive growth for their business. In his previous role as CTO of Lottery, Whalen was responsible for more than 100 lottery customers, managing a portfolio of worldwide systems integration projects. He oversaw more than 1,400 technologists from six continents ensuring the complete delivery of customer solutions. In 2010, when lotteries in the U.S. began to cross-sell Powerball and Mega Millions, Whalen marshalled the resources to ensure that 27 jurisdictions had the technological capabilities in a 10-week timeframe. He was instrumental in the conceptualization, design, execution, and delivery of IGT's new core lottery system, Aurora. Internationally, Whalen and his team have collaborated to integrate some of the most complex B2B and B2C lottery platforms customized to meet specific customer requirements.

In less than a decade, Whalen rose to the positions of Vice President, Systems Integration; Vice President, Research & Development; and Vice President of International Technology Solutions. In 2008, he was named Senior Vice President of Global Technology Solutions, and in 2012, Chief Technology Officer of Lottery.

Whalen earned a bachelor's degree in computer information systems from the College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York, and an associate degree in computer science from Morrisville State College.

 

Best-In-Class Technology and Operational Expertise Combined to Deliver Full Service Solutions Nationwide

LONDON, Sept. 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- IGT Global Solutions Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) and William Hill U.S., a subsidiary of William Hill PLC (LON:WMH), today announced that they have entered into a multi-year agreement to offer U.S. lotteries a full service solution for sports betting. Together, the companies are able to offer U.S. lotteries a fully-managed solution to meet all their current and future needs in sports betting, both maximizing revenues to each state and ensuring a reliable, attractive, and innovative service for players.

This new partnership seeks to build upon the already successful pairing between the companies which resulted in IGT being awarded the contract to run sports betting for the Rhode Island Lottery together with William Hill. Under the terms of the partnership, the companies will jointly consider all future sports betting opportunities and bid requests from U.S. lotteries on a mutually exclusive basis. Commercial terms between the partners were not disclosed.

The combined offer to U.S. lotteries under the new agreement will comprise IGT's PlayShot™ end-to-end sports betting platform for land-based, retail, online, and mobile with William Hill's operational, trading, player management, and strategic expertise in U.S. sports books. IGT's PlayShot sports betting platform is already live in four U.S. states as a dedicated B2B solution for sportsbook operators. William Hill operates sports books under its own or partner brands or provides risk management services in all five states where sports betting is active today.

"We are delighted to be partnering with William Hill, whose proven leadership and capability in U.S. sports betting operations will ensure that we are able to fully support our lottery customers as states start to regulate these products. Through this unique partnership, our customers will be able to enter this new activity with total confidence and trust in the service being offered," said Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO, North America. "IGT is uniquely positioned as a leader in both lottery and sports betting technologies to deliver innovative solutions that will expand the possibilities for players and for lotteries themselves in this exciting new market. By forming this partnership with William Hill, we are able to bring to our lottery customers in every state a world-class combination of technology and operational expertise."

"We are delighted to be expanding our relationship with IGT to address the U.S. lottery market together," said Joe Asher, CEO of William Hill U.S. "William Hill's track record as an operator globally, and our clear leadership as a sports book operator in the U.S., in particular, mean that U.S. lotteries can be confident that in choosing IGT and us together, they will be benefiting from a reliable, trustworthy, and responsibly-managed solution – maximizing revenues to each state with a quality product and service."