Governor Brian Sandoval, Clark County Commission Chair Steve Sisolak Will Speak At Gaming Arts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony on June 7th to Celebrate the Company's Growth and Commitment to Nevada Jobs
LAS VEGAS, June 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --
Jamaica, New York – IGT today announced that the Resorts World Casino New York City in Jamaica, NY can now entertain its guests with the latest version of IGT’s Dynasty Electronic Table Games (ETG). Resorts World Casino players can now enjoy automated roulette on any one of the property’s 32 newly installed terminals. The new terminals feature landscape-oriented, ultra-HD displays, and a variety of configurability options.
“The newly installed IGT Dynasty ETG terminals offer both casual and experienced players a unique, user-friendly way to play their favorite table games,” said Scott Molina, President of Resorts World Casino New York City. “By introducing the Dynasty terminals to our floor, we’ve created an approachable table gaming experience for our players that diversifies our offerings.”
LONDON, June 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE:IGT) ("IGT") today announced an invitation to holders (each a "Holder" and collectively, the "Holders") of each series of the outstanding (i) €700,000,000 4.125% Senior Secured Notes due 2020 represented by the Regulation S global note (the "4.125% Notes") (ISIN: XS1204431867) and (ii) €500,000,000 4.750% Senior Secured Notes due 2020, which were issued with an initial coupon of 3.500% (the "4.750% Notes" and, together with the 4.125% Notes, the "Notes" and each series of Notes, a "Series") (ISIN XS0860855930) issued by IGT to tender their Notes for purchase by IGT for cash (the "Offer") on the terms and subject to the conditions set out in the offer to purchase dated June 18, 2018 (the "Offer to Purchase") prepared in connection with the Offer, and is subject to the offer and distribution restrictions set out below. Capitalized terms used herein but not defined have the meanings given to them in the Offer to Purchase. For the avoidance of doubt, with respect to the 4.125% Notes, the Offer is only being made for such 4.125% Notes which are represented by the Regulation S global note (ISIN: XS1204431867).
The tender offer consideration for each €1,000 principal amount of the 4.125% Notes accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offer will be €1,050 (the "4.125% Notes Tender Offer Consideration"). The tender offer consideration for each €1,000 principal amount of the 4.750% Notes accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offer will be €1,070 (the "4.750% Notes Tender Offer Consideration", and together with the "4.125% Notes Tender Offer Consideration", the "Tender Offer Consideration").
All Holders of purchased Notes will also receive, in addition to the Tender Offer Consideration, a cash amount in euro equal to the accrued and unpaid interest on the applicable Notes, from, and including, the immediately preceding interest payment date up to, but excluding, the date of payment for the tendered Notes, which, subject to satisfaction or waiver of the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase, shall occur promptly following the Expiration Date (as defined below) (the "Settlement Date") (such cash amount, "Accrued Interest").
IGT hereby also announces that to take advantage of the current market conditions it intends to launch a new offering of euro notes (the "New Notes Offering"). The purpose of the Offer and the New Notes Offering is to extend the weighted average maturity of IGT's debt.
Subject to the terms and conditions set out in the Offer to Purchase, IGT intends to purchase an aggregate principal amount of Notes (if any) validly tendered for an aggregate Tender Offer Consideration with respect to such Notes across both Series up to an amount equal to the gross proceeds from the New Notes Offering. However, IGT reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to accept an aggregate principal amount of Notes (if any) validly tendered for an aggregate Tender Offer Consideration that is significantly more or significantly less than the New Notes Proceeds and, in the event that any Accrued Interest, costs, fees or expenses are subsequently designated by IGT to be paid with the New Notes Proceeds, this would reduce by such amount the Tender Offer Consideration available to be paid and consequently the aggregate principal amount of Notes accepted for purchase (the final aggregate principal amount of Notes accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offer being the "Final Acceptance Amount").
The Offer is subject to the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase, including among other things, IGT (in its sole discretion) being satisfied that it has received, or will receive, by the Settlement Date, an amount of gross proceeds from the New Notes Offering which would be sufficient to finance the payment by IGT of the aggregate Tender Offer Consideration with respect to all Notes validly tendered and accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offer to Purchase (the "Financing Condition"). IGT may waive the Financing Condition in whole or in part.
Key Terms of the Offer
Subject to the terms and conditions set out in the Offer to Purchase, IGT intends to purchase Notes validly tendered for the applicable Tender Offer Consideration, subject to the Final Acceptance Amount.
IGT reserves the right, in its sole discretion and subject to any applicable law, to terminate the Offer with respect to one Series and not terminate the Offer with respect to the other Series. IGT also reserves the right, in its sole discretion and subject to any applicable law, to decide the aggregate principal amount of the Notes of each Series to be purchased pursuant to the Offer subject to the Final Acceptance Amount. Such amount may not be equal to, or pro rata with, the aggregate principal amount of the Notes of the other Series which IGT determines to purchase pursuant to the Offer. If the purchase of all Notes of a Series validly tendered at or prior to the Expiration Date would cause the aggregate principal amount of the Notes of such Series purchased to exceed the aggregate principal amount of the Notes of such Series IGT decides to purchase in the Offer, then the Offer will be oversubscribed as to such Series. If the Offer is oversubscribed as to a Series, then IGT will purchase validly tendered Notes of such Series on a pro rata basis. As a result, Holders may be left with a portion of their Notes even if they tender all of their Notes.
IGT will accept Notes for purchase only in minimum denominations of €100,000 and integral multiples of €1,000 in excess thereof (in the case of the 4.125% Notes) and €100,000 (in the case of the 4.750% Notes). No alternative, conditional or contingent tenders will be accepted. In the event of proration, IGT will only purchase validly tendered Notes of a Series to the extent such proration would not (i) result in IGT purchasing less than €100,000 in aggregate principal amount of Notes of such Series validly tendered by a Holder or (ii) leave a Holder with less than €100,000 in aggregate principal amount of Notes of such Series in which case such tender of Notes will be rounded down or up such that either (a) an amount equal to the relevant minimum denomination of the relevant Series of Notes or (b) no amount of Notes would be required to be returned to the relevant Holders. In the event of proration, IGT will determine each Proration Factor as soon as practicable after the Expiration Date.
The Offer begins on June 18, 2018 (the "Launch Date") and expires at 4:00 p.m., London time, on June 25, 2018 (the "Expiration Date"), unless the period for the Offer is extended or reopened or the Offer is amended or terminated. The relevant deadline set by any intermediary or a Clearing System will be earlier than this deadline. In order to participate in, and be eligible to receive the relevant Tender Offer Consideration and the Accrued Interest pursuant to the Offer, Holders must validly tender their Notes by delivering, or arranging to have delivered on their behalf, a valid Electronic Instruction that is received by Lucid Issuer Services Limited (the "Tender and Information Agent") by the Expiration Date. IGT expects to announce (i) the amount of Notes validly tendered for each Series and, subject to satisfaction of the General Conditions and the Financing Condition, the amount of Notes accepted for each Series and each Proration Factor (if any) and (ii) the Final Acceptance Amount, on June 26, 2018, unless the Offer is extended. The expected date for payment of the Tender Offer Consideration and Accrued Interest for the Notes accepted for purchase and settlement of such purchases is expected to be June 28, 2018.
Subject to applicable laws and regulations and as provided in the Offer to Purchase, IGT may, in its sole and absolute discretion, extend, re-open, amend or terminate the Offer at any time before the Expiration Date and may, in its sole and absolute discretion, waive any of the conditions to the Offer. Details of any such extension, re-opening, amendment, waiver or termination will be announced as provided in the Offer to Purchase as soon as reasonably practicable after the relevant decision is made.
IGT will promptly announce the Final Acceptance Amount by issuing a news release. If Holders tender more Notes in the Offer than they expect to be accepted for purchase by IGT and IGT subsequently accepts for purchase more than expected by such Holder, such Holders will not be able to revoke any of their previously tendered Notes. Accordingly, Holders should not tender any Notes that they do not wish to be accepted for purchase.
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LAS VEGAS (June 15, 2018) – Aristocrat’s cabinets and games are popular with operators and players across Latin America. Now in booth #54 at the Peru Gaming Show, Aristocrat will premiere new cabinets, links, and game themes, adding to the company’s offerings for its customers.
Peru Gaming Show takes place June 20 and 21 at the Jockey Convention Center in Lima.
Aristocrat’s Lightning Link™ is the most popular video slot game in the world and is a hit among operators in Peru, and now Aristocrat is launching the new Lightning Link titles Bengal Treasures™, Moon Race™, Tiki Fire™, and Wild Chuco™.
Aristocrat’s Helix™ cabinet has been very effective for operators throughout Latin America and Peru, and the company’s new Helix XT™ cabinet takes the fun to a big new level. The all-new Helix XT is an affordably priced portrait style premium cabinet and offers best-of-industry features, such as 4k graphics, a virtual button deck, and a sleek, curved screen.
The new Helix XT cabinet launches with Gold Stacks 88™ and the game themes Lunar Festival™ and Dancing Foo™, two games that take full advantage of Helix XT’s size and the player-favorite Asian game trend.
Aristocrat will also launch a new Gold Stacks™ progressive link on the Helix+™ cabinet, giving operators more options to appeal to each type of player.
The fun on Aristocrat’s Arc™ Single cabinet gets even more exciting with the introduction of new Mighty Link™ licensed products, including the hysterical Ted™, the high-flying PanAm™, and the flirtatious Elvira™ game themes. Aristocrat’s Zorro™ Mighty Cash has been very successful in Peru, and the company will be expanding the franchise with new titles.
Join Aristocrat in booth #54 at Peru Gaming Show, online at www.aristocrat-us.com, and on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
LAS VEGAS, June 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaming Arts, LLC ("Gaming Arts" or "the Company") today announced that it will showcase an array of its cutting-edge bingo and keno solutions at the Canadian Gaming Summit in Niagara Falls, Ontario June 18-20.
The Company will display its innovative solutions for driving player engagement and revenue in its Canadian distributor Bet Rite's Booth No. 200 at the Scotiabank Convention Center.
Mike Dreitzer, Gaming Arts President said, "This is our first year with such a strong presence at the Canadian Gaming Summit. We are excited to meet with the provincial lotteries and show them how our library of the world's leading bingo and keno solutions can add value to their operations and take the player experience to the next level."
Gaming Arts' games, mobile promotional solutions, systems, and kiosks will be available in Canada through Bet Rite and on display at the Canadian Gaming Summit. Attendees visiting the Bet Rite Booth No. 200 will get to experience the following Gaming Arts innovations:
SuperBingo Slots – Groundbreaking Video Content & Sleek Design
SuperBingo Slots deliver powerful and entertaining game mechanics and player-favorite features, including: frequently hitting bonuses and wins, multipliers, free games with retriggers, four-level progressives, multi-game options, bonus balls, wheel bonuses, and flexible configuration for individual and floor-wide progressives. Each game in the library is highly differentiated in terms of game theme, content, and game mechanics, giving players unique experiences to heighten anticipation and excitement.
Featured on the Phocus® upright and slant cabinets and crowned by the new Top Phocus® slot toppers, SuperBingo Slots are distinguished by a unique spherical design to draw players from across the gaming floor. Gaming Arts' games and cabinets are so unique they have been granted numerous patents by the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
SuperPROMO™ Mobile Games Add Floor-wide Excitement, Offer Second-Chance-to-Win
SuperPROMO, designed for gaming floors, is a suite of four highly customizable mobile games which can be awarded to targeted players for promotional opportunities such as weekly drawings, hot-seat drawings, table-game promotions, or to incentivize player's club sign-ups and payroll check cashing. Gaming Arts' SuperPROMO games are delivered to players by casino personnel on a mobile tablet and promoted across a casino's digital enterprise to deliver an exciting and interactive social experience for the entire casino floor. With no disruption in game play, these engaging games offer players an additional chance to win through touch-activated wheel spins, match-and-win, pick-and-win, and scratch-and-win options.
SuperGames Offer Life-changing Jackpots to Increase Play
Gaming Arts' SuperGames suite is based on a simple concept: offer your players "life-changing jackpots" to increase attendance, player spend, and operational profitability. Gaming Arts funds the jackpots, reducing the overall liability for bingo operators; there is no risk and countless rewards through an endless selection of custom games with prizes from $5,000 to $1,000,000.
Bingo Millions Deliver Linked Bingo Progressive and $1 Million Top Award
Gaming Arts offers the world's first and only $1 million linked bingo progressive and $1 million bingo games, all at no risk to the operator. With Bingo Millions, Gaming Arts pays the top progressive award to help drive play and excitement across any bingo environment.
EZ Kiosk – World's First and Only Freestanding and Fully Automated Keno Kiosk
Gaming Arts' EZ Kiosk is the only freestanding, self-service kiosk that enables players to purchase and redeem keno or bingo tickets for up to 16 different games. This unique experience offers quick-pick betting, side-bet games, customizable bet amounts, and extensive game options.
Optima® System Game-Management System Offers Powerful Mobile, Self-Service, and Reporting
Gaming Arts offers the world's most popular and robust keno game management system. This sophisticated, and easy-to-deploy system uses the latest technologies for managing any kind of "numbers-game" such as keno, bingo, and lottery across multiple locations. The system also offers progressive jackpots that can be shared by multiple wide-area servers and terminals.
About Gaming Arts
Gaming Arts, LLC, a privately owned and operated business headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, is the world leader in bingo and keno games and technology and is now entering the electronic gaming machine market with some of the world's most innovative slot games. Gaming Arts holds gaming licenses in approximately 80 jurisdictions, and its games and systems are installed in hundreds of casinos and bingo halls across the United States, the Pacific Rim, and South Africa. To learn more, visit http://www.gamingarts.com or call 702.818.8943.
About Bet Rite Inc.
Bet Rite Inc., Canada's gaming supplier, is solely focused on bringing world-class gaming products and services to the Canadian casino market. Founded in 2009, Bet Rite management has over 40 years of Canadian gaming experience. Bet Rite is a registered gaming vendor in every province across Canada. For more information, visit http://www.betrite.ca or call 506.870.8290.
LONDON – June 13, 2018 – International Game Technology PLC (“IGT”) (NYSE: IGT), holder of the largest slot game feature patent portfolio in North America, announced that it has signed a patent cross-license agreement with FlowPlay, Inc. (“FlowPlay”), a developer and publisher of community-based online social games. Under the agreement, FlowPlay can develop games including patented game features from the IGT portfolio and will pay ongoing licensing fees to IGT. Financial terms of the agreement have not been disclosed.
“We are excited to become a member of the Game Features patent pool managed by IGT. Licensing these game features patents will help FlowPlay build on our legacy of success offering massively multiplayer online (MMO) games and free-to-play social casino titles such as Vegas World,” said Derrick Morton, FlowPlay CEO. “Partnering with industry leader IGT provides us with a phenomenal selection of patents that we can leverage to expand our scope of development and suite of online social games to ultimately reach new audiences.”
“We are excited to expand our game feature patent licensing efforts to online social casino game development with FlowPlay,” said Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO North America. “FlowPlay offers more than 45 different casino-style games already, and this agreement helps to ensure that even more of the authenticity and excitement of land- based casino gaming extends to players in the online social space.”
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is the global leader in gaming. We enable players to experience their favorite games across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and Lotteries to Interactive and Social Gaming. Leveraging a wealth of premium content, substantial investment in innovation, in-depth customer intelligence, operational expertise and leading-edge technology, our gaming solutions anticipate the demands of consumers wherever they decide to play. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has over 12,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
© 2018 IGT. All other trademarks used herein are owned by IGT or its affiliates, may not be used without permission, and where indicated with a ®, are registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
LAS VEGAS, NV (June 12, 2018) - Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) announced that it will host its much-anticipated 11th Annual Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable August 6 - 8, 2018 in Lima, Peru, where Mr. Manuel San Roman Benvante, General Directorate for Casino Games and Slot Machines, Peru Gaming Regulator, will be the host regulator.
Presented by the global independent consultancy, testing, and certification laboratory’s world-renowned GLI University®, this year’s Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable is an educational event held free-of-charge and attendance is exclusively for gaming and lottery regulators and government lotteries.
Held at the Estelar Hotel - Miraflores in Lima, the 2018 Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable offers two informative days of learning, networking, and thought-provoking discussion. Gaming and lottery regulators and government lotteries will share and gain important strategic insights from industry experts regarding such mission-critical topics as iGaming, sports betting, licensing, development and implementation of new games, regulatory updates, money laundering controls, testing and certification, and more. Attendees will also experience cutting-edge technological innovations that are fueling the future of gaming and lotteries in the rapidly evolving Latin American and Caribbean gaming and lottery sectors.
Karen Sierra-Hughes, GLI’s Director of Latin America and Caribbean Government Relations and Business Development, stated, “We cordially invite gaming and lottery regulators and representatives of government lotteries to join us in Lima Aug. 6 - 8 for engaging discussions and informative presentations regarding the many important issues affecting the Latin American and Caribbean gaming and lottery sectors. Attendees will also gain valuable insights from our expert team of global specialists.”
“We are dedicated to enhancing professional relationships between regulators by building a solid foundation of mutual understanding and cooperation, and by promoting a common interest in the prosperity and regulated growth of the Latin American and Caribbean industry,” added Sierra-Hughes. “The Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable reaffirms our strong and continuing commitment to this important region.”
Comprehensive Agenda Covers Key Industry Topics
This year’s comprehensive Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable agenda offers attendees a wide range of important and timely topics that are critical to the success of the Latin American and Caribbean gaming and lottery sectors, including:
Building on a History of Success
Last year’s Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable, held in Panama City, Panama, welcomed attendees representing government lotteries and gaming and lottery regulators from many countries across the region, including:
2017 Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable Attendee Testimonials
“Our industry is highly regulated, and it is, therefore, important to be able to respond effectively and immediately to new technological and regulatory trends. Precisely, the answer to those tendencies and their management are those that GLI allows us to study and focus on during Regulators Roundtables – a unique opportunity for all regulators from the industry to be able to share experiences and ideas so we can carry out our ministerial work effectively.”
“The Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable was a great opportunity to learn from the state first hand where the gaming industry stands in their region, with its different complexities and peculiarities. The opportunity to exchange experiences with other regulators, without a doubt, allows us to broaden our perspective and reflect on what value we want to add to this activity and how we take on the challenge of regulating it, taking care not only of the technological advances, but also to ensure that their development takes place within an ethical framework.”
“It has been an honor for me to have attended the GLI Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable for the first time. This Regulators Roundtable has been a real success in terms of the quality of presentations, content and active participation of its participants.”
REGISTRATION IS OPEN. (Registration is only for gaming and lottery regulators and government lotteries)
To register for the 2018 Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable, please click here.
LONDON, U.K. – June 11, 2018 – International Game Technology PLC (“IGT”) (NYSE: IGT) today announced it will present a comprehensive portfolio of games and solutions for its customers in Latin America at the 2018 Peru Gaming Show, June 20-21 in Lima, Peru. The two-day event will serve as an important platform for the Company to showcase its commitment to delivering entertaining, market-relevant solutions that can fuel its customers’ growth.
“IGT is pleased to demonstrate our expanded hardware and content portfolio at the Peru Gaming Show, and to showcase how our new products such as the CrystalDual 27 cabinet can complement IGT’s other successful products in the region,” said Marcel Heutmekers, IGT Senior Vice President Latin America Gaming. “IGT will also showcase new, market-ready multi-level progressive games such as Fortune Gong and Fort Knox.”
Must-see products within IGT’s stand 60 will include:
· CrystalDual® 27 Cabinet and Content: Featuring two, 27-inch 4K displays, the CrystalDual 27 cabinet will make its Latin America trade show debut. The versatile cabinet supports a rich library of new and proven IGT game themes, and will display a variety of multi-game bundles designed specifically for Latin American market opportunities. Standout titles on the CrystalDual 27 cabinet will include -- new diversity HD game bundles, along with USwitch™ multi-game bundles that feature a user-friendly game selector that groups similar types of games. The USwitch intuitive design makes it easier for players to find games that suit their individual gameplay preferences.
· CrystalCurve™ Cabinet and Content: IGT will showcase both core and premium titles on the 43-inch curved, ultra-HD 4K display of the CrystalCurve cabinet. The Wild Fury Jackpots™, Ocean Magic Grand™, All In™ and Mega Wheel™ games will be among the many “Proven Performer” core titles that attendees can enjoy within IGT’s stand. IGT will also demonstrate the internationally celebrated multi-level progressive Fortune Gong™ and Fort Knox® games. Both titles feature a deep library of base games and give players the chance to win mystery-driven jackpots.
· Multi-Level Progressives on the CrystalSlant™ Cabinet: IGT’s thrilling new multi-level progressive, Cash Climb™ slots will be on display on the CrystalSlant cabinet. The high-energy, eleven-level progressive game will be introduced with two compelling game themes: Cash Climb Greek Glory™ and Cash Climb Heavenly Treasures®.
· TRUE 3D™ Content on the AXXIS® 3D Cabinet: New TRUE 3D titles James Cameron’s Avatar™ 3D and ZUMA™ 3D will make their Latin America debut. Avatar 3D brings to life one of the most successful movies of all time, while the ZUMA 3D game presents an entertaining, vibrant experience with the game’s use of glasses-free TRUE 3D technology.
· New Games for the S3000® Cabinet: The Company will highlight new game titles for its globally successful S3000® mechanical reel cabinet. The Triple Double Diamond® and Double Gold™ games will be must-play titles within IGT’s stand. IGT’s Money Storm® link on the S3000® cabinet will also make its Latin America debut. This high energy, multi-level progressive is available in three and five-reel configurations, and features engaging “Win Zones” that heighten player anticipation and excitement.
For more information visit IGT.com or the Company’s Peru Gaming Show event page here.
London & Dublin | June 6, 2018: GAN plc ("GAN" or the "Company"), an award-winning developer and supplier of enterprise-level B2B Internet gaming software, services and online gaming content in the United States, today provides an update following the decision of the Supreme Court of the United States ("SCOTUS") to overturn the previous Federal US prohibition on sports betting enshrined with the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act 1992 ("PASPA").
Recent press reports have speculated that certain New Jersey casinos may be prohibited from launching Internet sports betting due to their ownership of or other association with US sports teams ("Issue").
The Company re-confirms it is preparing to launch Internet sports betting in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania for its clients in H2 and further confirms the Company has investigated the reported Issue with its clients and does not currently expect any impact on GAN's plans to launch sports betting in H2.
Sports betting will be delivered as an integrated extension into GAN's enterprise software platform and GAN will participate in the material incremental sports betting revenues. These incremental revenues are expected to be material for GAN in H2.
Management Commentary
Dermot Smurfit, CEO of GAN commented:
"Online sports betting 'go-live' preparations are well advanced and we remain confident in launching as soon as reasonably possible in H2."
Significant Regulator, Operator, and Supplier Demand for Sports Betting Technical Standard Culminates After a Year-Long Process of Analysis and Collaboration
LAKEWOOD, NJ (June 5, 2018) – After more than a year of working closely with domestic and international gaming stakeholders, Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) announced that it has released its longawaited draft technical standard specifically for event-wagering operations. “GLI-33: Event Wagering Systems” is a technical standard produced by GLI for the purpose of providing independent technical analysis and/or certifications to wagering industry stakeholders wishing to represent compliance for their wagering operations and systems.
GLI Responds to Significant Demand
More than 12 months ago, U.S. state regulators, sports betting operators, sovereign tribal nations, lotteries, and industry suppliers across the country began asking GLI to establish a clear and cohesive technical standard for sports/event wagering systems designed to help them regulate and/or implement legal wagering on sports and other events. Responding to this stakeholder demand, GLI spent approximately one-year formulating GLI-33, which was submitted for industry-wide comment via an advisory notice on May 18, 2018.
GLI Leverages Decades of Global Sports Betting Experience
Leveraging its decades of extensive global sports/event wagering experience throughout markets in Australia, Europe, Africa, Latin America, Canada, and the U.S. (Nevada), GLI’s global team of sports betting experts has been working closely with industry stakeholders across the country to help prepare them for the expansion of regulated sports betting in the U.S. These types of industry collaborations are immeasurably valuable for the industry as they allow interested parties to guide technical standardization across the industry.
“As the first and most experienced independent event-wagering testing and certification lab in the world, we used our nearly 30 years of global sports-wagering experience to develop GLI-33, the world’s first event-wagering standard that can be effectively deployed by jurisdictions across the U.S. to ensure the integrity of the country’s dramatically expanding sports betting opportunities,” stated James Maida, President and CEO of GLI.
“We are gratified that so many gaming authorities, operators, and industry suppliers across the country reached out to GLI as their essential technical partner to cooperate in developing this new technical standard for event wagering,” Maida added. “Thanks to this extensive and close collaborative effort, the draft GLI-33 standard offers a starting point for clear guidance regarding betting integrity and a way to move forward responsibly in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling striking down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA). We encourage broad participation as we refine this extensive document into a useful template for the U.S. market.”
GLI-33 Public Comment Period Concludes June 8, 2018
The draft of GLI-33, which is available at http://www.gaminglabs.com/gli-standards, is being provided to gaming and lottery regulators, suppliers, test laboratories, operators, industry trade associations, and other key stakeholders for review and comment for a limited time. Written comments are encouraged and can be submitted to GLI upon review of the linked PDF copy of GLI-33 provided here. The formal comment period began with the issuance of the GLI-33 Advisory on May 18, 2018, and concludes in three weeks from that date, on June 8, 2018. Comments should be submitted to the “GLI Compliance” mailbox at Compliance@gaminglabs.com.
GLI Standards Are the World Standard Each standard in the GLI Standard Series is a culmination of industry best-practices and is continually updated based on industry feedback. The GLI Standards are true “industry standards” in that they are created using a collaborative approach which involves thousands of gaming industry stakeholders. These standards are intended to assist regulators by creating baseline technical guidelines which they can adopt and/or utilize in the manner they see fit. In addition to assisting regulators, the standards are of tremendous value to suppliers who use the standards as a guide in their design and development process, saving both time and expense. GLI Standards are available for free download by clicking here.
New Progressive Launches June 7 at Casino Club in Rosario, Argentina
LAS VEGAS (June 5, 2018) – Argentine television megastar and pop culture icon Susana Giménez will soon be appearing in casinos throughout Argentina. Aristocrat has licensed the Latin American super celebrity for a new ONE LINK™ Mystery Progressive Jackpot called “Gana con Susana™.” Giménez is the first celebrity ever to be licensed for the ONE LINK Mystery Progressive solution.
The Gana con Susana progressive will launch June 7 at City Center Rosario, Argentina and will soon after appear at two additional Casino Club locations in Buenos Aires.
Gana con Susana is a new ONE LINK Mystery Progressive Jackpots solution from Aristocrat with a must-hit-by top jackpot of $450,000, creating additional excitement in the casino by adding a progressive jackpot on top of players’ favorite casino slot games.
“We are thrilled to have the beautiful and high-energy Susana Giménez as the first celebrity ever to appear on Aristocrat ONE LINK Mystery Progressive Jackpot system, and we are excited to premiere the new progressive at three of Argentina’s finest casinos,” said Aristocrat Vice President of Latin America Alvaro Nores. “Casino Club has been a long-term partner with Aristocrat, and we are excited to debut the new Gana con Susana progressive with them.”
Aristocrat’s ONE LINK Mystery Progressive Jackpot is a customizable program that offers a Wide Area or Single Site Progressive Jackpot. The solution is fully integrated into Aristocrat’s media system to create visual appeal and leverages the bonusing pool capability across the enterprise.
The Progressive technology allows the operator to select any Aristocrat Game Sale product to run on the link, including newest game themes as well as proven player favorites.
For more information about ONE LINK or any of Aristocrat’s industry-leading solutions, contact your Aristocrat representative or visit www.aristocrat-us.com. Join Aristocrat on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
About Aristocrat
Aristocrat Technologies Inc. is a subsidiary of Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL), a leading global provider of land-based and online gaming solutions. The Company is licensed by more than 200 regulators and its products and services are available in more than 90 countries around the world. Aristocrat offers a diverse range of products and services including electronic gaming machines and casino management systems. For further information, visit the company’s website at www.aristocrat-us.com.
LAS VEGAS -- – IGT today announced that its Hyper Hits™ link slot game recently made its Macau debut at MGM COTAI. MGM COTAI players can now enjoy two exciting Hyper Hits games – Lotus Princess® and The Golden Bow™ – each one and featuring an iconic “red ball’ mechanic that heightens player anticipation and excitement.
“We are delighted to see the Hyper Hits Link debut with our customers at MGM COTAI,” said Michael Cheers, IGT Sales Director, Asia. “The game delivers an engaging experience that was designed specifically to meet regional player preferences. Hyper Hits is one of three links that IGT recently released for Asia, and we are encouraged by our customers’ acceptance of and positive feedback about these products.” To celebrate the arrival of IGT’s Hyper Hit games, MGM COTAI hosted a series of Hyper Hit-themed promotional events June 1 -2.
Governor Brian Sandoval, Clark County Commission Chair Steve Sisolak Will Speak At Gaming Arts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony on June 7th to Celebrate the Company's Growth and Commitment to Nevada Jobs
LAS VEGAS, June 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --
What: Las Vegas-based gaming technology manufacturer Gaming Arts is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the expansion of its Las Vegas technology and innovation campus and its commitment to Nevada jobs and innovation.
Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval and Clark County Commission Chair Steve Sisolak will be on hand for a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony and a hospitality reception in front of the Company's Las Vegas campus.
Founded in Las Vegas in 2009, Gaming Arts has transformed the world of bingo and keno and is now setting its sights on reinventing the casino floor through its end-to-end portfolio of games and solutions.
Why: Gaming Arts, the world leader in bingo and keno games and technology, is expanding its extensive product library to include electronic gaming machines. To continue the Company's growth and facilitate its focus on developing cutting-edge video slot games, Gaming Arts has doubled the square footage of its Las Vegas facilities located in the Hughes Airport Center near McCarran International Airport and has increased its workforce by 60 percent over the last year.
Who: Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval, Clark County Commission Chair Steve Sisolak, Gaming Arts Founder and Chief Executive Officer David Colvin, and Gaming Arts President Mike Dreitzer will participate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate Gaming Arts' growth and commitment to jobs and innovation in Nevada.
When: 2 p.m. Thursday, June 7, 2018.
Where: Gaming Arts Las Vegas Campus; 323 Orville Wright Ct.; Las Vegas, NV 89119.
Who Should Attend: All members of the media are invited to attend.
Media Contact: Jean Venneman, Chief Commercial Officer of Gaming Arts; 702.818.8943 or jvenneman@gamingarts.com.
About Gaming Arts
Gaming Arts, LLC, a privately owned and operated business headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, is the world leader in bingo and keno games and technology and is now entering the electronic gaming machine market with some of the world's most innovative slot games. Gaming Arts holds gaming licenses in approximately 70 jurisdictions, and its games and systems are installed in hundreds of casinos and bingo halls across the United States, the Pacific Rim, and South Africa. To learn more, visit www.gamingarts.com or call 702.818.8943.
SOURCE Gaming Arts, LLC
New Gaming Machines Premiere June 13 at More than 20 Properties throughout Oklahoma
TULSA, Okla. (May 31, 2018) – VGT is preparing to launch its thrilling Professional Bull Riders (PBR) themed gaming machines, the first major licensed brand in the VGT portfolio. The exciting PBR family of games will premiere June 13 at more than 20 properties throughout Oklahoma.
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These fun and exhilarating games bring the PBR to life on the casino floor and will launch with the titles Blazing Bulls™, VS™, Fearless™, and Ryan Dirteater™. Each of the 3-reel mechanical wide area progressive games have a jackpot that resets at $20,000 and gives players the chance to ride the adventure towards 8 Red Spins, designed to mimic the excitement of an 8-second bull ride.
VGT is planning a series of fun promotions in support of the launch. Events include:
“We are thrilled to present VGT’s PBR-themed gaming machines, which appeal directly to our customers’ players, and the series of promotions we have created clearly underscore our commitment to these games,” said VGT President Jay Sevigny. “The VGT and Aristocrat teams have worked incredibly hard to ensure we captured the thrill and fun of the PBR, and the end result is another example of the combined strengths of the VGT and Aristocrat development teams.”
The PBR, celebrating its 25th anniversary this season, is one of the world’s fastest growing sports. The “original extreme sport” now competes in five countries (the U.S., Australia, Brazil, Canada, and Mexico) and through international broadcast agreements is available in 130 territories. The PBR is part of the Endeavor network.
Learn more about VGT’s new Professional Bull Riders (PBR) themed games and discover where to play at www.vgt.net.
LONDON, U.K. – May 23, 2018 – International Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT) announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Services Ltd. (with International Game Technology PLC and its subsidiaries, hereinafter “IGT”), has signed a contract with Norsk Tipping AS (“Norsk Tipping”) to provide its new online Bingo solution and related services. Norsk Tipping, Norway's state lottery operator and a World Lottery Association (WLA) member, has been a valued customer of IGT, previously as legacy GTECH, since 2012.
"Since the launch of our iGaming program, IGT’s online solutions and content within multiple categories have played a key role in the program’s success," said Hans Erland Ringsvold, Head of iGaming and VLT, Norsk Tipping. "With IGT’s new online Bingo solution, Norwegian players can safely and responsibly enjoy an enhanced digital offering, with proceeds remaining in Norway to support arts, sports, and cultural initiatives.”
“This agreement enables Norsk Tipping, a leader in regulated digital gaming, to strengthen player acquisition and retention through IGT’s new online Bingo solution, offered in combination with online casino and instant win games and available seamlessly in a single game window,” said Declan Harkin, IGT Senior Vice President and COO, International. “IGT is proud to be part of the next evolution of their program, and to further enhance player entertainment in Norway.”
The five-year contract was awarded as part of a competitive procurement, and includes provisions for three two-year extensions. IGT will provide its new online Bingo solution, as well as complete Bingo management services including Room/Game management, Chat Host management, and Promotions management. In addition, IGT will supply a mixture of online casino and instant win content, including third-party side games. The contract also includes an option for IGT to manage a potential digital Bingo network with
other World Lottery Association member lotteries on behalf of Norsk Tipping.
The online Bingo solution replaces Norsk Tipping’s current digital bingo platform provided by IGT since 2014. The new solution, built on multi-channel HTML5 for desktop, tablet, and mobile, offers more than 10 game variants and will help Norsk Tipping enhance
players’ Bingo experience by also offering a variety of popular IGT digital casino slot and instant win games within a single game window, so players can seamlessly experience all game categories. IGT’s instant win and game portfolios feature many popular titles from IGT’s leading RGS game content library, including exclusive, popular titles adapted from the Company’s land-based game library. IGT’s exclusive game variants include
Picture and Roulette bingos.
IGT’s online Bingo solution offers both standalone and network bingo capabilities, and is part of a complete suite of digital products, game platforms, content, and business systems that work seamlessly together, with the flexibility and modularity to grow, adapt, and integrate with all types of lottery and casino businesses.
In addition to Norsk Tipping, IGT's Nordic WLA digital customers include Veikkaus in Finland and Svenska Spel in Sweden. IGT also provides its digital content through a third party to Danske Spil in Denmark.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in gaming. We enable players to experience their favorite games across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and Lotteries to Interactive and Social Gaming. Leveraging a wealth of premium content, substantial investment in innovation, in-depth customer intelligence, operational expertise and leading-edge technology, our gaming solutions anticipate the demands of consumers wherever they decide to play. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has over 12,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.IGT.com.
Contact:
Robert K. Vincent, Corporate Communications, toll-free in U.S./Canada (844) IGT-7452;
outside U.S./Canada, (401) 392-7452
James Hurley, Investor Relations, (401) 392-7190
Simone Cantagallo, (+39) 06 51899030; for Italian media inquiries
TRAISKIRCHEN, AUSTRIA (May 23, 2018) – Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) is adding some serious muscle to its European operations with the opening of a second office in Austria. The newest office will complement its existing Graz laboratory to better serve the needs of the rapidly expanding European gaming market.
As the third member of GLI Austria, the GLI Traiskirchen office further strengthens GLI’s already strong European presence in the areas of iGaming, land-based testing and lottery certification, auditing, and IT security. GLI Austria also operates offices in Graz, Austria and Krakow, Poland.
The new office is located in the town of Traiskirchen, approximately 20km (12.5 miles) south of Vienna and is headed by Technical Manager, Christian Schlinger. The new office address and contact number are:
“The opening of our new Traiskirchen office is but the latest example of how we partner with local markets to deliver the global strength of our world-class testing, certification, and customer service,” stated GLI Austria Managing Director, Heinz Winkelbauer. “By adding additional technical experts and enhanced capacity to our already impressive capabilities, we are able to do even more of the heavy lifting that our valued European clients and customers demand for their mission-critical projects.”
Martin Britton, Managing Director of GLI Europe and Africa, added: “The opening of this office is part of our long-term growth, with it being strategically located to serve Austria and bordering countries. The team is ready to serve current and future clients.”
LONDON, U.K. – May 22, 2018 – International Game Technology PLC (“IGT”)(NYSE:IGT) has been advised that IGT’s majority shareholder, De Agostini S.p.A. (“De Agostini”), has entered into a variable forward transaction (the “Forward Transaction”) with Credit Suisse International (“Credit Suisse”) relating to 18,000,000 IGT ordinary
shares.
IGT has also been advised that, to hedge the exposure under the Forward Transaction, Credit Suisse or its affiliates have borrowed 13,200,000 IGT ordinary shares from thirdparty stock lenders and sold such IGT ordinary shares at a price of $28.25 per ordinary share in an underwritten public offering through Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, acting as the underwriter.
IGT is not a party to the Forward Transaction, which is described in greater detail in the related prospectus supplement, and is not issuing or selling any IGT ordinary shares in connection with the Forward Transaction. As such, IGT will not receive any proceeds from the sale of the IGT ordinary shares in the Forward Transaction. There is no impact to IGT’s income statement, balance sheet, cash flows, share count, or dividends as a result of the Forward Transaction.
IGT has also been advised that Credit Suisse or its affiliates will borrow an additional, approximately 4,800,000 IGT ordinary shares from third party stock lenders and that Credit Suisse or its affiliates expect to sell these additional IGT ordinary shares, from time to time after the public offering, in block sales, on the NYSE, in the over-thecounter market or in negotiated transactions. These additional IGT ordinary shares are not included in the public offering described above. IGT has been advised by Credit Suisse that it expects that, over the period during which it sells these additional IGT ordinary shares, Credit Suisse or its affiliates will purchase an approximately equal number of IGT ordinary shares in the open market.
This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities described herein, nor shall there be any offer or sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to 2 registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
The shares are being offered pursuant to an automatically effective shelf registration statement (including a base prospectus) that has been filed by IGT with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). A preliminary prospectus supplement relating to and describing the terms of the offering was filed with the SEC on May 21, 2018. The final prospectus supplement relating to and describing the terms of the offering will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
The offering is being made only by means of a prospectus supplement and accompanying base prospectus, copies of which may be obtained from: Credit Suisse Prospectus Department, One Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010, or by calling 1- 800-221-1037, or by emailing newyork.prospectus@credit-suisse.com.
Race Track Set to Celebrate Grand Opening on May 2
LAS VEGAS (May 22, 2018) – Ruidoso Downs Race Track & Casino in Ruidoso, N.M. has leveraged its existing partnership with Aristocrat to upgrade its Oasis 360™ casino management system and to purchase new system hardware and software modules to further enhance its existing system performance.
Additionally, by executing a Games-and-Systems Bundle package, Ruidoso Downs purchased player-favorite Aristocrat games products for its extensive and exciting remodel, which will be completed before the new racing season starts on May 25.
Ruidoso Downs President/GM Jeff True said, “We have been making very thoughtful and substantial investments in the property, transforming the casino floor and infrastructure to create the best-possible experience for our guests. Part of that investment is delivering in the best games and systems products available so that our guests can enjoy the newest games and be rewarded for their play. We are very pleased with our agreement with Aristocrat for what the games and systems bundle brings to our players.”
Aristocrat has installed its Oasis 360 casino management system which, in addition to its multiple software solutions, includes nCompass™ 4.3 hardware installation, a turnkey network hardware solution.
Additionally, Aristocrat installed its Oasis ONE LINK™ media and promotion modules which feature precise touchscreen technology and is designed using the latest web-based technology, giving users a superior browser-based interface.
Aristocrat has also installed its Oasis ONE LINK™ solution, a fully customizable, integrated media and marketing solution that delivers eye-catching media throughout the casino. ONE LINK also delivers promotions, account information and customer service features, like resort outlet promotions and offers.
Further, Aristocrat won increased casino floor share and will install a wide range of 50 player-favorite game titles on the Helix™ upright cabinet and on the Arc™ Single cabinet.
“We are proud of the relationship we have built with Ruidoso Downs, and we are thrilled to be playing such a pivotal role in their remodel,” said Aristocrat’s ?Vice President of System Sales Clark Warren. “Our casino partners across North America trust Aristocrat to provide player-favorite games and best-of-breed systems solutions that entertain and reward their guests. It’s a trust we take very seriously and work diligently to build on every day.”
Aristocrat’s Oasis 360 system is one of the most widely used casino management systems in North America, and comprises essential solutions for the modern casino, ranging from accounting to player loyalty.
For more information about Oasis 360 system or any of Aristocrat’s industry-leading solutions, contact your Aristocrat representative or visit www.aristocrat-us.com. Join Aristocrat on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
About Aristocrat
Aristocrat Technologies Inc. is a subsidiary of Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL), a leading global provider of land-based and online gaming solutions. The Company is licensed by more than 200 regulators and its products and services are available in more than 90 countries around the world. Aristocrat offers a diverse range of products and services including electronic gaming machines and casino management systems. For further information, visit the company’s website at www.aristocrat-us.com.
About Ruidoso Downs
All American Ruidoso Downs LLC in October 2017 acquired the multi-use facility including the iconic racetrack, the Billy The Kid Casino, and the Ruidoso Select Yearling Sale. Continuing the 72 years of racing tradition while upgrading the player experience, AARD hosts the Quarter Horse Triple Crown Series capped by the $3 million All American Futurity, the richest two year old horse race in America each Labor Day at the mountain top track. Visit www.raceruidoso.com
Zero Deficiencies Found in Las Vegas, Vancouver, and Wheat Ridge Labs
LAKEWOOD, N.J. (May 21, 2018) – Gaming Laboratories International’s (GLI®) laboratories in Lakewood, New Jersey, Las Vegas, Nevada, Vancouver, British Columbia, and Wheat Ridge, Colorado have once again earned biennial accreditation for ISO/IEC 17025 technical standards from the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA). The audit yielded zero deficiencies in the Las Vegas, Vancouver, and Wheat Ridge labs.
GLI laboratories have been accredited by the A2LA for 12 years. With 14 accredited labs globally, GLI has established itself as the most highly accredited gaming testing lab in the world by a wide margin. The GLI Group of Companies maintains 27 accreditations from various accreditation bodies worldwide.
The rigorous accreditation process takes several weeks to complete and involves written responses and onsite inspections.
A2LA accreditation is a requirement by some regulators and serves the purpose of holding GLI’s operations accountable to a third party with internationally accepted standards for quality and excellence.
“Achieving A2LA accreditation is a costly and highly involved process. This accreditation is absolutely essential to the work we do for our customers around the globe because it gives our customers all the more reason to have increased confidence in GLI,” said GLI Vice President of Compliance Chris Gallo. “GLI has a very mature and effective management system that assures consistently high quality and comparable results across all offices, and it is that consistency in quality that is important to our regulatory, supplier, and operator clients.”
Upon completion of the Las Vegas lab audit, an A2LA auditor commented that he was impressed with the management systems in place which lead to consistent quality in the execution of testing processes across all GLI offices.
GLI invests nearly $120,000 in fees and expenses each year to uphold global accreditation. This does not account for the labor cost for the dedicated team that manages GLI’s quality system globally, or the nearly 1,000 hours required in support of the accreditation process annually.
GLI Quality Manager Mark Mensik is responsible for GLI’s global accreditations, and he and his team are diligent in using quality metrics to constantly refine GLI’s procedures in compliance with accreditation standards.
“Because of Mark’s expertise and constant pursuit of excellence, our lab teams are able to live up to our commitment to be the trusted global compliance and quality expert relied upon by our clients – delivering world-class customer service and value that is unmatched,” Gallo said.
About A2LA
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, A2LA is the only independent, 501(c)3, non-profit, internationally recognized accreditation body in the United States that offers a full range of comprehensive laboratory and laboratory-related accreditation services and training. Established in 1978 as a non-profit, public service membership society, A2LA is dedicated to the formal recognition of competent testing and calibration laboratories, inspection bodies, proficiency testing providers, and reference material producers. For more information, please visit a2la.org/.
About Gaming Laboratories International
Gaming Laboratories International, LLC delivers the highest quality land-based, lottery and iGaming testing and assessment services. GLI’s laboratory locations are found on six continents, and the company holds U.S. and international accreditations for compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, 17020, and 17065 standards for technical competence in the gaming, wagering and lottery industries. GLI also holds ISTBQ certification. For more information, visit gaminglabs.com.
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Contact:
Christie Eickelman, Vice President of Global Marketing
+1 (702) 914-2220 or c.eickelman@gaminglabs.com