Third Quarter 2020 Highlights:

- Nearly All of our Customers' Casinos Have Reopened as of September 30, 2020
- Net Loss of $11.1 Million Improved from $42.6 Million Net Loss in the 2020 Second Quarter
- Adjusted EBITDA Increased to $27.0 Million Compared to Loss of $1.2 Million in the 2020 Second Quarter
- Generated Positive Cash from Operations and FCF in the Quarter, Ahead of Internal Expectations
- Recurring Revenue Base Produced Resilient Results, with over 14,500 Domestic EGMs Active at Quarter End
- New Hardware Gaining Traction with over 150 Orion Curve Cabinets and More Than 50 Orion Starwall Seats Installed as of September 30, 2020
- $113.2 Million of Available Liquidity as of September 30, 2020; Fully Repaid $30.0 Million Revolver in October 2020

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- PlayAGS, Inc. (NYSE: AGS) ("AGS", "us", "we", or the "Company"), a designer and developer of equipment and services solutions for the global gaming industry, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2020.
AGS President and Chief Executive Officer David Lopez said, "I am extremely proud of how our team came together to offset the challenges brought upon by the COVID-19 pandemic to deliver better than expected third quarter 2020 financial results. Our employees' experiences throughout the pandemic will only help to strengthen their collective resolve, in turn propelling AGS to emerge a stronger and more nimble company as the world gradually returns to normal."

Lopez added, "I continue to believe AGS has its strongest pipeline of new product and game themes in the Company's history, positioning our EGM segment for greater success in the quarters ahead. I am particularly enthused about the prospects for our domestic EGM recurring revenue business, supported by the continued outperformance of our initial Starwallinstalls, and believe improved hardware and game content position us to command our fair share of future unit placements. Additionally, I remain encouraged by the strategic growth opportunities emerging within our table games segment and look for our interactive performance to continue to improve as additional states contemplate the introduction of real money online gaming legislation."

AGS Chief Financial Officer Kimo Akiona added, "Our third quarter financial performance improved dramatically compared to the 2020 second quarter, with revenues, net loss, and adjusted EBITDA improving sharply on a sequential basis. Importantly, we were free cash flow positive in the quarter, allowing us to report a strong liquidity position of $113.2 million at quarter end. Given our better-than-expected third quarter financial performance and growing comfort with our resulting liquidity position, we elected to fully repay the $30 million outstanding on our revolving credit facility, subsequent to quarter end."

The full release is available at http://investors.playags.com/news/press-releases/press-release-details/2020/AGS-Reports-Third-Quarter-2020-Results/default.aspx.

Dazzling new cabinet premieres with Wheel of Fortune Mystery Link game

HAARLEM, Netherlands (4 November 2020) – Gaming Laboratories Europe® has been awarded a license by the Hellenic Gaming Commission to certify and audit all categories of gaming.

“We are honored that the Hellenic Gaming Commission has approved GLI to test, audit and certify iGaming, VLT and casino products for Greece,” said Martin Britton, Managing Director of GLI EMEA. “We have been helping regulators and suppliers navigate the future of gaming and betting for decades, and we are excited to put our worldwide experience to work for Greece.”

GLI has been working in the iGaming, VLT, casino and sports betting space for more than 30 years, and GLI is the only lab that is working with all regulated jurisdictions worldwide – both existing and emerging. That means GLI is best prepared to help regulators, suppliers, and operators navigate their way forward and guide them in ways no one else can. Learn more at gaminglabs.com/services/igaming.

IGT to enhance the player experience with state-of-the-art lottery and PlayDigital products and services

LONDON, Nov. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) today announced that IGT Poland, IGT Global Solutions Corporation, and IGT Global Services Limited ("IGT") have signed a long-term contract with Totalizator Sportowy Sp. z o.o. ("Totalizator Sportowy" or "Lottery"), Poland's national lottery operator and World Lottery Association member, to provide technology products and services through an upgraded lottery central system, next-generation lottery terminals, lottery vending machines, a digital lottery platform, and associated services.

"Thanks to IGT's innovations, we will be able to meet and exceed our omnichannel sales objectives by replacing our legacy technology with IGT's state-of-the-art solutions, improving agents' and business partners' processes while enhancing player services at LOTTO points of sale," said Olgierd Cie?lik, President of the Management Board of Totalizator Sportowy. "These significant upgrades to our sales equipment represent our largest investment in the Company's key activity, which is the sale of numbers games and scratch cards. IGT's advanced solutions will enable enhanced reliability and connectivity at lottery outlets, and provide them with modern tools such as multimedia displays that can present educational or marketing content to customers."

"This contract marks an exciting new era in our decades-long relationship with Totalizator Sportowy," said Fabio Cairoli, IGT CEO, Global Lottery. "The exceptional performance, reliability and agility of our innovative Aurora™ platform and solutions will secure the Lottery's long-term growth by offering greater interoperability, business intelligence, and omnichannel experiences, ultimately enhancing player engagement."

The contract, awarded as part of a competitive procurement process, will continue for seven years from Dec. 1, 2021, and includes one option for an extension of up to three additional years. Under its terms, IGT will provide Totalizator Sportowy with a comprehensive set of lottery solutions and services. This includes converting its current central system to IGT's new high-performance, high-reliability, and open Aurora lottery solution, which is designed to meet all of the Lottery's needs today while enabling it to respond rapidly to changing market conditions.

The conversion includes a suite of IGT BizApps that offer enhanced business intelligence and analytics tools aimed at maximizing sales growth. It includes Order Wizard, a predictive ordering tool that ensures best-selling scratch cards are sufficiently stocked at the retailer, increasing sales while minimizing returns; Retailer Wizard, an interactive, Lottery-branded website that provides all the tools and location-specific data retailers need to manage and grow their business; Sales Wizard, which provides lottery-specific sales force automation tools; and Learning Wizard, a web-based interactive training tool that provides a flexible, convenient way for retailers to train their staff.

As part of the contract, IGT will replace all of the Lottery's more than 19,000 lottery terminals with a brand-new terminal fleet, including IGT's industry-leading, most-deployed, and retailer-friendly draw-based lottery terminal, the Retailer Pro. It will also deliver more than 500 GameTouch™ 28 self-service touch-screen lottery vending machines, which feature a dynamic user experience that attracts players and offers increased flexibility.

In addition, IGT will support Totalizator Sportowy's omnichannel solutions through the supply of its new IGT PlayDigital™ PlayCommand platform, with an upgrade to the full suite of PlayCommand features that enable the Lottery to oversee all areas of player engagement, anticipate new customer and technological trends, strategically adapt the operation to new opportunities, and provide advanced and flexible responsible gaming features. IGT will also supply its PlayRGS game delivery solution and its PlayLottery product suite, which together provide the Lottery with a full spectrum of PlayInstantWin and draw-based games, enabling the Lottery to provide player-centric, omnichannel offerings firmly rooted in responsible gaming principles.

IGT will also supply a range of related services including central lottery system installation and maintenance, retailer training, and marketing support.

IGT, beginning as legacy GTECH, has provided Totalizator Sportowy with lottery systems and solutions since 1991, and maintains the Lottery's primary and backup data centers within IGT's Warsaw Technology Center, an operations and R&D facility where IGT develops a significant proportion of its lottery solutions for its international customers. It also provides the Lottery with CrystalDual® 27 Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs).

High 5 Games’ award winning casino games to be offered across all Real Money Gaming on the GAN platform

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE November 3, 2020

TODAY’S INSIGHTS PAPANIER AND ZIEMS

Twin River CEO George Papanier and Aruze Gaming America President Rob Ziems discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

Papanier talks about his vision for the company, soon-to-be called Bally’s, and the future of omni-channel with land-based, iGaming and sports betting.

Ziems discusses the outlook for Aruze over the next two years post-COVID, the potential shift to more touchless type games including stadium set-ups and its changing mix of sale-to-leased games.

Papanier’s interview: https://youtu.be/TaeXJ4jv1wg.

Ziems’ interview: https://youtu.be/mrE77Cj9x-Q.


Previous videos feature Caesars CEO Tom Reeg, Penn National CEO Jay Snowden, Rush Street CEO Greg Carlin, Renato Ascoli of IGT and Barry Cottle of Scientific Games.

Many other videos have already been released over the past three weeks with great information from top leaders.

All can be viewed at
https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html


Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.

Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

LONDON , Oct. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its subsidiary, IGT Canada Solutions ULC (hereinafter "IGT"), has signed a contract extension with the Western Canada Lottery Corporation ("WCLC") to upgrade WCLC's video lottery system and to continue its role as central systems provider for the next seven years. IGT will deliver the latest version of its INTELLIGEN™ systems software that supports the volume, complexity, and security of monitoring WCLC's 4,200 video lottery terminals ("VLTs") in Saskatchewan. The extension runs for seven years following final acceptance of the upgraded system, which is expected to occur on or prior to September 1, 2021.

"WCLC and IGT first began working together nearly 40 years ago, and in the years since, IGT has become a trusted partner in helping us operate our VLT system," said Eric Karmark, WCLC Vice President, VLT Gaming & Operations. "Based on IGT's experience and leadership with central systems, we're confident that we will have access to new technology and provide our players with an improved overall experience."

"IGT's INTELLIGEN system upgrades will offer WCLC the most progressive tools and functionality to continue driving revenue and positioning the Lottery for future success," said Nick Khin, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Gaming. "Backed by more than 25 years of development expertise with gaming central system customers worldwide, we're happy to provide the advanced INTELLIGEN system to enhance WCLC's system performance and network management efficiency."

Under the terms of the extension, IGT will upgrade WCLC's video lottery central system with sophisticated modules that will improve network diagnostics and stability. IGT's INTELLIGEN systems are deployed worldwide connecting a wide range of VLTs in a variety of gaming environments. The software is built on more than 25 years of central system experience and offers stable, secure command and control capabilities. It supports the Gaming Standards Association's Game to System® (G2S) standard protocol, which enables an enhanced player user interface, improved responsible gaming features, exciting multi-level mystery jackpots (Vault Breaker®) and additional player-centric functionality.

WCLC has been an IGT customer since 1982. In addition to VLTs and the INTELLIGEN central system, IGT also provides WCLC with draw-based lottery terminals, self-service lottery terminals, and instant tickets.

NEWS RELEASE October 28, 2020

New Videos now available from Konami, GameCo and Eclipse on the Cavalcade of Innovation


- Konami showcases its SYNKROS Cashless system, Quad Spin and All Aboard series at https://www.fantiniresearch.com/konami-cavalcade-of-innovation.html.

- GameCo highlights All Star Hoops, Scarlet’s Heart and Grid V6 at https://www.fantiniresearch.com/gameco-cavalcade-of-innovation.html.

- Eclipse Gaming Systems features its Spin Big series of games at https://www.fantiniresearch.com/eclipse-gaming-cavalcade-of-innovation.html.


In coming days, more companies will be added to the Cavalcade, aimed at displaying the best new products available to the global gaming industry.

The Cavalcade of Innovation is a year-round series that features select innovative new products with quick video demos, all in one spot. All videos can be found at https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/cavalcade-of-innovation.html.

Companies interested in displaying new products in the Cavalcade of Innovation should contact Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

In addition to the Cavalcade of Innovation, Fantini’s Gaming Show site exhibits companies and products along with announcements of other corporate developments and news with 24/7/365 availability, at https://www.FantinisGamingShow.com. To become a year-round exhibitor contact VP of Fantini’s Gaming Show Dee Wild-Shyver at DWild@FantiniResearch.com or +1 302 730 3793.

The Cavalcade of Innovation is sponsored by Ainsworth.

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE October 28, 2020


TODAY’S INSIGHTS CARLIN AND EILERS

Greg Carlin, CEO of Rush Street and Todd Eilers, Principal of Eilers & Krejcik Gaming discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

Carlin discusses growth opportunities in regional gaming and Rush Street Interactive’s IPO. Eilers talks of future trends among slot suppliers post-COVID.

Carlin’s interview: https://youtu.be/RtRExLhT3lU

Eilers’ interview: https://youtu.be/B5kvqkFxvX4

Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs and top executives from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations.

So far, this week’s videos feature Dan Lee of Full House Resorts, Chris Justice of Global Payments Gaming, Barry Cottle of Scientific Games and David Colvin of Gaming Arts. Many other videos have already been released over the past two weeks with great information from top leaders.

All can be viewed at
https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html


Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.

Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

LONDON, Oct. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) has announced the release of its 13^th annual Sustainability Report, which demonstrates the Company's drive to create value globally, increase its socially responsible corporate citizenship, and report on its activities transparently.

"IGT's 2019 Sustainability Report celebrates the significant progress that we continue to make with our corporate social responsibility initiatives and ongoing support of responsible and sustainable practices that positively impact our customers and the communities we serve," said Marco Sala, IGT CEO. "IGT's commitment to the well-being of our employees, high standards of integrity and ethical conduct, diversity and inclusion, and professional development build on the strength of our brand and create value for our stakeholders throughout the world." 

IGT's corporate social responsibility strategy is centered on four key pillars: Valuing our People, Advancing Responsibility, Supporting our Communities, and Fostering Sustainable Operations. The 2019 Sustainability Report shows IGT's commitments and achievements in generating value for a range of stakeholder groups, including employees, customers, communities, and suppliers.

Highlights of the report include:

• Valuing Our People: IGT supports a fair, inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and engaged. IGT enriches employee development through career pathing and mentoring.
  • In 2019, IGT's Office of Diversity and Inclusion expanded its Diversity and Inclusion Groups (DIGs), adding SuperAbilities at IGT, which empowers and promotes the rights of people with disabilities; Military Veterans at IGT; and a group for employees age 50 and over. These were added to the already existing Pride with IGT LGBTQ+ group and the WIN with IGT Women's Inclusion Network group.
• Advancing Responsibility: IGT is committed to player protection and product integrity. Through its comprehensive responsible gaming program, IGT contributes features and capabilities to promote safer gambling and prevent underage play. To protect data, a robust security incident management system is enacted to prevent cyberattacks 24 hours a day.
  • In 2019, the Company joined the Global Lottery Monitoring System, as well as the Sports Wagering Integrity Monitoring Association, to support responsible gaming in the betting vertical by addressing concerns around match-fixing and continuous monitoring.
• Supporting Our Communities: IGT supports communities where it operates and where its employees live through corporate programs that align with its sustainable development goals (SDGs). IGT's Community Ambassador program focuses on community engagement at the local level while aligning with global giving efforts. Employee-driven giving programs complement the corporate programs by supporting the local causes that are important to individual employees.
  • IGT's flagship community initiative, After School Advantage, has provided non-profit community agencies and public schools with 300 digital learning centers in the past 20 years to help at-risk children gain critical, competitive skills, further supporting the Company's SDGs. IGT refreshed the program to support inclusive and equitable quality education and future employment with an emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM).
• Fostering Sustainable Operations: IGT ensures its suppliers meet high economic, ethical and environmental standards as outlined in the Company's Supplier Code of Conduct. In addition, IGT strives to continually improve its environmental management systems and processes to reduce its environmental impact.
  • In 2019, IGT offices and facilities worldwide implemented environmentally friendly initiatives such as applying practical lighting schedules to save 251,000 kWh at the Las Vegas office; installing a high-powered corrugated cardboard baler to create 286 tons of recyclable material at the Reno, Nev. site; and lowered CO₂ emissions by 64 tons for Lottomatica in Italy by executing remote troubleshooting for point of sale terminals.

The 2019 report is available online at www.IGT.com under Global Responsibility.

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE October 27, 2020


TODAY’S INSIGHTS COTTLE AND COLVIN

Scientific Games CEO Barry Cottle and Gaming Arts CEO David Colvin discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

Cottle discusses the continued evolution of Sci Games, new additions to the executive team and board of directors as well as the latest products. Colvin about talks business after COVID and the diversification of its product line.

Cottle‘s interview: https://youtu.be/dDpQ5WJvAoM

Colvin’s interview: https://youtu.be/3_M3-OrcV-o


Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations.

Yesterday’s videos feature Dan Lee of Full House Resorts and Chris Justice of Global Payments Gaming. Many other videos have already been released over
the past two weeks with great information from top leaders.
All can be viewed at
https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html


Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.

Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

NEWS RELEASE October 26, 2020

New Videos now available from
Everi and Aruze
on the Cavalcade of Innovation


- Everi is showcasing Empire DCX Cabinet and CashClub Wallet at https://www.fantiniresearch.com/everi-cavalcade-of-innovation.html

- Aruze presents its Roll to Win Craps, Mad Mountain Riches and Ju Cai Duo Duo Series at https://www.fantiniresearch.com/aruze-cavalcade-of-innovation.html


Companies also showcasing products on the Cavalcade include Ainsworth, AGS, IGT and Incredible Technologies.


In coming days, more companies will be added to the Cavalcade, aimed at displaying the best new products available to the global gaming industry.

The Cavalcade of Innovation is a year-round series that features select innovative new products with quick video demos, all in one spot. All videos can be found at https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/cavalcade-of-innovation.html.


Companies interested in displaying new products in the Cavalcade of Innovation should contact Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

In addition to the Cavalcade of Innovation, Fantini’s Gaming Show site exhibits companies and products along with announcements of other corporate developments and news with 24/7/365 availability, at https://www.FantinisGamingShow.com. To become a year-round exhibitor contact VP of Fantini’s Gaming Show Dee Wild-Shyver at DWild@FantiniResearch.com or +1 302 730 3793.


The Cavalcade of Innovation is sponsored by Ainsworth.

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE October 26, 2020

TODAY’S INSIGHTS FEATURE LEE AND JUSTICE

Full House Resorts CEO Dan Lee and Chris Justice, President, Global Payments Gaming Solutions discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

Lee provides updates of its planned expansion in Colorado and efforts to win the license for its proposed casino resort in Waukegan, Illinois. Justice discusses cashless gaming and other technologies such as self-service that are being propelled by COVID.

Lee’s interview: https://youtu.be/6B435qYwGQ0

Justice’s interview: https://youtu.be/LSZkbEJyQFw


Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations.

Many videos have already been released over the past two weeks with great information from top leaders. All can be viewed at
https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html


Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.

Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

Aristocrat Technologies, Inc. announced today it has partnered with leading casino operator Boyd Gaming Corporation to launch Aristocrat's cashless wagering digital wallet technology at Boyd Gaming's Blue Chip Casino Resort Spa in Michigan City, Indiana.

Oct. 26, 2020 -- This new innovation is the cornerstone of a new "Resort Wallet" feature in which patrons can place cash on account at the cashier cage, then use their player loyalty card to instantly access those funds on the casino floor. The digital wallet eliminates the need to handle cash at slot machines or redeem tickets, creating a frictionless experience for the customer.

The Blue Chip launch will initially provide access to the wallet for slot machine players, allowing them to use their B Connected player loyalty card to place wagers and cash out credits. In future stages, access to the digital wallet will be expanded to table games, restaurants, and other amenities at Blue Chip.

Based on the success of the Blue Chip launch, and pending regulatory approvals, Aristocrat and Boyd Gaming intend to expand digital wallet technology to additional Boyd Gaming properties across the country. The two companies also plan to integrate the digital wallet into Boyd Gaming's B Connected Mobile app, creating a truly digital, touchless experience for Boyd Gaming customers.

"Building on our strategic partnership with Aristocrat, Boyd Gaming continues to add best-in-class mobile cashless wagering and contactless solutions that will greatly enhance the patron experience at our properties," said Blake Rampmaier, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Boyd Gaming. "As previously announced, we will continue to leverage our partnership with Aristocrat to drive mobile innovation in a secure and exciting environment for our patrons."

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many regulators have asked manufacturers to accelerate their cashless strategies. Aristocrat believes the time is now for cashless gaming and has invested heavily in expanding digital and mobile strategies that will assist in transforming the casino floor to be a more robust patron experience while supporting responsible gaming initiatives.

"We are thrilled to partner with Boyd to bring this new and exciting solution to their patrons," said Cath Burns, Executive Vice President of Customer Experience Solutions for Aristocrat. "We are passionate about the patron engagement and that Boyd continues to roll out Aristocrat's suite of innovative CX mobile solutions to aid in the transformation of the patron and industry experience."

Aristocrat's Oasis CX 360TM solution, now installed at Boyd Gaming properties nationwide, is one of the most widely used casino management systems. Oasis combines an award-winning portfolio of casino management technology comprised of slot management, bonusing, digital, table management, single-card loyalty solutions, kiosks, mobile and a media management hub.

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE October 23, 2020

TODAY’S INSIGHTS FEATURE WEIL AND POLLOCK

Lorne Weil, Executive Chairman of Inspired Entertainment and Michael Pollock Managing Director of Spectrum Gaming Group discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

Additionally, Weil discusses its acquired businesses and synergies from the acquisition of Novomatic UK's gaming technology group. Pollock discusses the trends Spectrum foresees in the gaming industry over the next year.

Weil’s interview:  https://youtu.be/9-tndmodAZA

Pollock’s interview: https://youtu.be/9v_O3x-7hm8

Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations.

Videos previously released this week feature Renato Ascoli - Global Gaming of IGT, Mike Rumbolz - Everi, Rick Meitzer - Novomatic America, Lawrence Levy – Ainsworth, Bill Miller – AGA, Elaine Hodgson – Incredible Technologies, Dermot Smurfit – GAN, and John Connelly - Interblock

 

These and others can all be viewed at

https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html

Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.

Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com  or at +1 302 730 3793.

NEWS RELEASE October 22, 2020


In order to display the best new products available to the global gaming industry, Fantini Research has launched the Cavalcade of Innovation sponsored by Ainsworth Game Technology at https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/cavalcade-of-innovation.html.

The Cavalcade kicks off with key innovative products by IGT and Ainsworth as recommended by their CEOs in the CEO Insights video series recently launched by Fantini Research.

Products of more companies will be added to the Cavalcade in coming days.

The Cavalcade of Innovation will be a year-round service that features select new products as they are introduced and complements Fantini’s Gaming Show - virtual trade show and newsroom.

“The gaming industry innovates every day of the year, not just during trade shows. As such, we believe this service offered free to gaming equipment and technology companies should be available all year,” Fantini Research CEO Frank Fantini said.

In addition to the Cavalcade of Innovation, Fantini’s Gaming Show site exhibits companies and their products and announces other corporate developments with 24/7/365 availability at https://www.FantinisGamingShow.com.

Companies interested in displaying new products in the Cavalcade of Innovation should contact Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

Anyone interested in exhibiting their company’s range of products and other developments year-round at Fantini’s Gaming Show should contact Dee Wild-Shyver at DWild@FantiniResearch.com.

To see the CEO Insights Videos with leading gaming industry CEOs go to https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html.


ABOUT FANTINI RESEARCH:

Fantini Research is the leading source of daily information and news to institutional investors and C-level executives in the gaming industry. It publishes the daily Fantini’s Gaming Report, Fantini’s Public Policy Review, the National Revenue report and co-publishes the EILERS-FANTINI Slot Survey, EILERS-FANTINI Performance Database and the Fifth Third-Fantini Distributed Gaming Report, as well as performs research services for gaming companies and investors.

More information is available at www.FantiniResearch.com or from Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at +1 302 730 3793 or ADiem@FantiniResearch.com.

Unique integrated product development creates seamless experience for top gaming operators across platforms

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE October 22, 2020

TODAY’S CEO INSIGHTS FEATURE SMURFIT AND CONNELLY

Dermot Smurfit of GAN and John Connelly of Interblock discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

In the interviews, Smurfit discusses what investors should know about GAN’s stock and Connelly talks about the increased demand for Interblock’s Stadium product.

Smurfit’s interview: https://youtu.be/71BaJ-sFy48

Connelly’s interview: https://youtu.be/LJRl6uwMkws


Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations.

Videos previously released this week feature Renato Ascoli - Global Gaming of IGT, Mike Rumbolz - Everi, Rick Meitzer - Novomatic America, Lawrence Levy – Ainsworth, Bill Miller – AGA and Elaine Hodgson – Incredible Technologies.


These and others can all be viewed at
https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html

Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.

Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

LAS VEGAS, NV October 21, 2020 – Ainsworth Game Technology Limited (ASX: AGI) (“Ainsworth”) announced it has reached an agreement to provide exclusive Keno, Video Poker and Reel content for Golden Gaming across its route in Montana.

 

The three-year agreement gives Golden Gaming exclusive rights to use the Montana Gold MultiGame, which includes a variety of content that is among the top performing in the competitive Montana Video Lottery Terminal market.

 

This announcement comes less than six months after Ainsworth purchased the assets of MTD Gaming Inc. MTD developed and supplied premium performing and unique Poker, Keno and Reel content for Video Lottery Terminal markets such as Montana, Louisiana and South Dakota.

 

“This is our first large agreement following the acquisition of MTD’s assets,” said Ainsworth Chief Commercial Officer Deron Hunsberger. “We are thrilled to continue to be working extremely closely with the most respected route operator in the U.S. in Golden Gaming. We are confident the strong performance of this product in Montana will provide a strong return-on-investment for Golden and a unique experience for players.”

 

Ainsworth plans to expand the offering of these Keno, Video Poker and reel slot MulitGame products across multiple markets in the coming months, including Nevada, California, Arizona and New Mexico.

 

Golden Gaming Senior Vice President of Distributed Gaming Blake Sartini said: “Ainsworth and the former MTD product make for a great match. We are excited to have the exclusive content rights in Montana and looking forward to a mutually beneficial long-term partnership.”

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE October 21, 2020

TODAY’S CEO INSIGHTS FEATURE MILLER AND HODGSON

Bill Miller of the American Gaming Association and Elaine Hodgson of Incredible Technologies discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

Miller discusses the proliferation of online gaming and sports betting in the US, federal issues the gaming industry is facing and the state of the industry post-COVID. Hodgson also gives an update on post-COVID and discusses product development and Incredible’s expansion in Class II gaming.

Miller’s interview: https://youtu.be/MVudfyGlnBs

Hodgson’s interview: https://youtu.be/u62Zwy1oxAM


Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations.

Videos previously released this week feature Renato Ascoli - Global Gaming of IGT, Mike Rumbolz - Everi, Rick Meitzer - Novomatic America
and Lawrence Levy - Ainsworth.

These and others can all be viewed at
https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html

Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.


Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE: October 20, 2020

TODAY’S CEO INSIGHTS FEATURE LEVY AND MEITZLER

Lawrence Levy, CEO of Ainsworth and Rick Meitzler CEO of Novomatic Americas discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

Both Levy and Meitzler discuss the relationship between Ainsworth and Novomatic, current operations post-COVID and product development.

Other topics include Ainsworth’s purchase of MTD Gaming and Meitzler discussing the VLT market.


Levy’s interview: https://youtu.be/cGrLUwjpwuQ

Meitzler’s interview: https://youtu.be/MuYX7yb4RrU



Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations.

All videos from the series can be viewed at
https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html

Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.

Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

LONDON, Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it successfully launched the PeakSlant32™ cabinet, the first slot cabinet in North America to feature three 32-inch displays. Guests of Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn. were the first in the world to enjoy exciting IGT slot games on more than 20 of the eye-catching PeakSlant32 cabinets.

This latest addition to IGT's high-performance Peak hardware line, the PeakSlant32 is the Company's first cabinet to feature three seamlessly integrated gameplay displays. Content on each of the PeakSlant32's 32-inch, high-definition displays flows through all three monitors, creating an immersive player experience and a compelling showcase for IGT's proven game content. For IGT ADVANTAGE® customers, the PeakSlant32 cabinet can be equipped with Bluetooth technology to enable operators to integrate with IGT's cashless gaming systems technology, Resort Wallet™. The PeakSlant32 cabinet also includes IGT's most advanced lighting and audio technology and an innovative Dynamic Player Panel that includes a 13.3-inch multi-touch display, an inductive wireless charging pad, and a USB charging port for player convenience.

The PeakSlant32 cabinet is backed by a vast library of regionally attuned IGT games. In the U.S., the cabinet launched with player-tested titles Wu Dragon™, Wolf Run® Gold, Lucky Wealth Cat™ and the exciting link product, Treasure Box™.

"As an extension of Mohegan Sun's commitment to providing our guests with the most exceptional gaming experiences, we are excited to introduce IGT's PeakSlant32 cabinet and the Wu Dragon, Lucky Wealth Cat and Treasure Box games to our casino floor," said Jeff Hamilton, Mohegan Sun President & General Manager. "The cabinet's triple-screen design and pristine presentation make it a standout in our casino. We also value the versatility of the PeakSlant32's top display as it provides us the option to leverage it for promotional Momentum Rewards messaging or for vibrant game content."

"IGT's PeakSlant32 was thoughtfully engineered and artfully designed to ensure that it meets the needs of our global customers and their players, and matches the exceptional performance of the IGT core video slots content that it supports," said Nick Khin, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Gaming. "The PeakSlant32 is a versatile, slant cabinet that our customers can deploy with confidence, feature in a variety of configurations and leverage to truly differentiate their casino floors."

In markets outside the U.S., IGT will introduce the PeakSlant32 with proven, market-attuned content such as the USwitch™ multi-game bundle for operators in Eastern Europe and a range of multi-level progressive games for operators in other jurisdictions around the world. The PeakSlant32 can be deployed in a variety of configurations that accommodate social distancing.

The PeakSlant32 cabinet is IGT's third Peak-series hardware to hit casino floors in 2020. In May, casinos throughout the U.S. welcomed back players with IGT's PeakBarTop™ cabinet and in July, a Las Vegas casino became the first venue in the world to feature the PeakSlant49™ cabinet.

For more information, go to Facebook at facebook.com/IGT, follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/IGTnews, or watch IGT videos on YouTube at youtube.com/igt.

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE: October 19, 2020

TODAY’S CEO INSIGHTS FEATURE ASCOLI AND RUMBOLZ

Renato Ascoli, CEO of Global Gaming at IGT and Mike Rumbolz, CEO of Everi discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in Fantini CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

Updates on IGT and EVRI’s operations post-COVID, the move to cashless and self-service technologies and the latest must-see products are among the topics discussed by Ascoli and Rumbolz.

Ascoli’s interview: https://youtu.be/RFoMbEnPkgY

Rumbolz’s interview: https://youtu.be/5L5JFkiOogk


Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations.

Previously released videos include those with David Lopez of AGS, James Maida of GLI, John Farahi of Monarch Casino, Joe Asher of William Hill US, Tom Reeg of Caesars, Steve Sutherland of Konami, Jay Snowden of Penn National, and Trevor Crocker of Aristocrat.

All videos from the series can be viewed at
https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html

Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.

Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.

LAS VEGAS, NV October 19, 2020 – Rush Street Interactive (RSI) is thrilled to partner with Ainsworth Game Technology Limited (ASX: AGI) (“Ainsworth”) to bring a selection of Ainsworth’s most exciting slot games to RSI’s popular NJ online casino site, https://pa.playsugarhouse.com/?l=RiversPhiladelphia

PlaySugarHouse.com players in New Jersey will now have the chance to spin the reels on several of Ainsworth’s strongest performing titles such as Viking Reign, Amazon Gold, Sweet Chilli and Action Dragons. Additionally, Ainsworth will be adding new slot games regularly so that PlaySugarHouse.com players will have a continual flow of exciting and innovative Ainsworth game content available to play on the site.

“It’s great news for our players that we are adding Ainsworth content to our robust library of slot games,” says Richard Schwartz, President of Rush Street Inertactive, which operatates PlaySugarHouse.com. “Every week we’re adding new games for players to enjoy, and the partnership with Ainsworth provides us with a great suite of new slot games that  supports our goal of always delivering a dynamic and premium experience for our valued players.”

“We are excited to partner with the highly acclaimed online casino operator, RSI, to bring our content to a new audience in New Jersey,” said Ainsworth Online General Manager Jason Lim. “We’re now happy to be offering PlaySugarHouse.com players the chance to win big while experiencing some of our more popular land-based games in an online environment, as well as introducing them to some exciting new titles we’re developing for future release at PlaySugarHouse.com.”

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE: October 16, 2020                              

 

TODAY’S CEO INSIGHTS FEATURE MAIDA AND LOPEZ

James Maida CEO of GLI and David Lopez, CEO of AGS discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in Fantini CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders. 

In his interview, Maida discusses the advancement of technologies post-COVID, regulatory acceptance and the globalization of the gaming industry amid sports betting’s proliferation in the US.

Lopez discusses product development, operations in Oklahoma and rumors about the company going private. 

      Maida’s interview: https://youtu.be/q_AwOnMz7JQ

      Lopez’s interview:  https://youtu.be/76wEbRa8Qbo

Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations.

Previously released videos include those with John Farahi of Monarch Casino,

Joe Asher of William Hill US, Tom Reeg of Caesars, Steve Sutherland of Konami,

Jay Snowden of Penn National, and Trevor Crocker of Aristocrat.

All videos from the series can be viewed at

https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html

Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.

Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com  or at +1 302 730 3793.

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A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE: October 15, 2020   

TODAY’S CEO INSIGHTS FEATURE ASHER AND FARAHI

William Hill USA CEO Joe Asher and Monarch Casino CEO John Farahi discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in Fantini CEO Insights, A Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

In his interview, Asher discusses the potential of the US sports betting market as the largest in the world, the Caesars acquisition and the impact of COVID on WMH’s business.

Farahi provides an update on construction in Black Hawk, Colorado, marketing costs and the potential for future growth.

Asher’s interview: https://youtu.be/o0j1HIDKk3Q

Farahi’s interview:  https://youtu.be/WrQLdd1XD58

Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations.

Already released videos include those with Tom Reeg of Caesars, Steve Sutherland of Konami, Jay Snowden of Penn National and Trevor Crocker of Aristocrat.

All videos can be viewed at

https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html

Fantini’s CEO Insights are sponsored by IGT.

Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com  or at +1 302 730 3793.

A Series of One-On-One Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders

PRESS RELEASE:  October 14, 2020            

TODAY’S CEO INSIGHTS FEATURE SNOWDEN, CROKER     

Penn National CEO Jay Snowden and Aristocrat CEO Trevor Croker discuss gaming in a post-COVID world with Frank Fantini in CEO Insights, a Series of One-On-One Video Interviews with the Gaming Industry’s Leaders.

Acceleration of cashless gaming technology, innovation in marketing and continued product development are among the topics discussed.

Snowden’s interview: https://youtu.be/TRhOSkjxRew

Croker’s interview:  https://youtu.be/Yhy_ILd7NWk

Two new videos will be posted daily featuring CEOs from a cross-section of gaming industry companies and organizations. Fantini has already released interviews with Caesars CEO Tom Reeg and Konami CEO Steve Sutherland.

All can be viewed at

https://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html

The Video Insights are sponsored by IGT.

 Any questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com  or at +1 302 730 3793.

LONDON, Oct. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it has further differentiated its PlaySports sports betting solution through a multi-year partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA). Under the agreement, IGT's sports betting customers in the U.S. will be authorized to use NBA intellectual property, such as official data, team and league logos, in their sportsbooks directly through an agreement with IGT.

"Partnering with the NBA to bring official league data to our PlaySports customers further validates IGT's seriousness about delivering an unrivaled sports betting solution for the U.S. market and supports the 'all-in-one' proposition that we offer," said Enrico Drago, IGT PlayDigital Senior Vice President. "With the rise in popularity of in-play, prop and parlay bets, having access to official, real-time NBA data feeds and league marks and logos positions IGT to collaborate with our PlaySports customers in creating highly compelling betting menus for sports fans across the country."

"This partnership with IGT marks the first time a platform provider can offer an 'out of the box' authentic NBA sports betting solution to a diverse set of operators across the U.S.," said Scott Kaufman-Ross, NBA Senior Vice President, Head of Fantasy & Gaming. "This agreement will allow regional operators across the country to have direct access to NBA assets to create the best NBA gaming experience and further engage our fans."

To learn more about IGT PlaySports, visit igt.com/playsports.

Company presents cardless, cashless and social distancing solutions to enhance casino safety, and new growth-driving innovations across IGT portfolio

LONDON, Oct. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that the Company will participate in the Global Gaming Expo ("G2E") Virtual Experience 2020. Presented by the American Gaming Association ("AGA"), the web-based event will occur October 27 and 28, 2020 and provide IGT with an additional digital platform to showcase its end-to-end gaming solutions portfolio, and its leadership in high growth-potential verticals such as cashless gaming technologies, sports betting and digital gaming. IGT is also the exclusive sponsor of the G2E Virtual Experience 2020 Kick-Off Session on October 14."Embracing change is central to IGT's success, and as much as we value meeting with our customers in person, we welcome the opportunity to showcase our innovations in the new environment of the AGA's G2E Virtual Experience 2020," said Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO Global Gaming. "IGT will leverage this online platform to reinforce our position as our customers' growth partner and to demonstrate both new and top-performing innovations and specialized solutions that can help our global customers maximize the business opportunities of today and the future."

Under the theme "A New Journey, Together," IGT's G2E Virtual Experience participation will be anchored in eleven compelling virtual product demonstrations available for online viewing, and participation in the highly anticipated "The Future is Here and it's Payment Modernization" G2E Education panel on Oct. 28 at 1:00 p.m. ET. IGT's product spotlights for G2E include:

• Market-Ready Cashless Gaming Technologies for the post-COVID-19 world: The IGT ADVANTAGE^® casino management system and its proven, market-ready cashless gaming technology Resort Wallet™ can help operators modernize the player experience, increase player safety and reduce in-casino dependency on cash handling and in-person interactions.

• The Leading B2B Sports Betting Solution for the U.S. Market: Powering sports betting in 14 states and at more than 40 gaming outlets, IGT's PlaySports platform can help operators build or expand their sports betting enterprises. Backed by industry-leading hardware, its own in-house Trading Team and a comprehensive Sports Betting Academy training program, IGT PlaySports is helping operators drive growth and reach new players with sports betting.

• Next-Generation, Growth-Driving Hardware: IGT will spotlight the strength and appeal of its new Peak hardware series including the PeakSlant32™ cabinet, the first slot cabinet in North America with three 32-Inch displays; the PeakSlant49™ cabinet, an eye-catching gaming machine with a 49-inch progressively curved display; the PeakSlant49 Wheel cabinet, a wheel-topped cabinet designed specifically for Wheel of Fortune_® slots content; and the PeakBarTop™ cabinet, the technology-packed bartop hardware for IGT's new and proven video poker, slots, roulette and keno content.

• Player-Tested, Performance-Driven Content: IGT will showcase the depth and breadth of its content portfolio across core and premium with product demonstrations of some of the Company's latest performance-tested games. Wu Dragon™, Lucky Wealth Cat™ and Treasure Box™ will be among the games featured for the PeakSlant32 cabinet, while Regal Riches™ and Lunar Disc™ will be standouts for the CrystalCurve™ cabinet. From the Company's premium game portfolio, IGT will demonstrate Wheel of Fortune Mystery Link™, Gong Xi Fa Cai^® Ultra and vibrant, new multi-level progressive (MLP) games such as Bubble Blast™ and Dragon Lights™.

• Electronic Table Games that Drive Efficiencies and Promote Social Distancing: IGT's compact Peak Terminal from the Company's Electronic Table Games (ETG) portfolio provides operators the flexibility they need in the post-COVID-19 world. The hardware can be deployed in a range of configurations that accommodate social distancing and reduce labor costs, and is backed by a vast library of compelling RNG games such as Triple Hand Blackjack, Triple Zero Roulette and STR8-Up Baccarat. The Company will also highlight its new RNG Dynasty multi-game bundle that provides operators optimal content flexibility.

• Industry-Leading Video Poker Innovation: Following the successful launch of the PeakBarTop cabinet, IGT will highlight the strength and diversity of its video poker content library. In addition to launching the Super Star Poker^® II and Game King^® games, IGT will spotlight new innovative video poker concepts for the Cobalt and CrystalSlant cabinets.

• PlayDigital Solutions for the Rapidly Growing Online Gaming Segment: The Company will demonstrate the strength of its PlayCasino content and the many player and operator benefits of PlayDigital solutions such as PlayRGS and PlayCommand™. IGT PlayDigital's top-performing games include classic land-based titles such as Hexbreaker^® 3, popular licensed brands such as Wheel of Fortune slots and unique digital-first content designed specifically for online players.

• Market-Attuned Specialty Market Innovations: From new games such as Dangerous Beauty^® Revealed and Golden Rooster^® Unleashed for IGT customers in Washington State's CDS market, to new games for the Class II market such as the chance and skill-based 3/5/10 Play Poker game and Historical Horse Racing solutions for approved jurisdictions, the Company will spotlight its commitment to and experience in developing the industry's best specialty market innovations. The Company will also showcase its leadership in developing market-attuned Video Lottery Terminal ("VLT") content for the U.S. and Canada and the versatility of its high-performing Cobalt™ VLT.