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Cashless module for IGT ADVANTAGE casino management system increases casino liquidity, safety, and operational efficiencies
LONDON, Oct. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that the Company is leading the evolution of casino operations with its Resort Wallet™ cashless solution at the newly reopened Resorts World Catskills Casino and Resort ("Resorts World Catskills") in Monticello, N.Y., a subsidiary of the Genting Group. Resort Wallet gives Resorts World Catskills patrons the option of a contactless, safe, and effortless cashless gaming experience. Players can use their physical Resorts World Catskills Players Club card to load cash into a secure digital wallet from either the casino cashier or any slot machine, and access those funds from any slot machine.
"Today's casino guests are seeking a unique combination of gaming excitement, luxury, convenience, and safety. IGT's Resort Wallet solution will help to ensure that Resorts World Catskills delivers every aspect of its brand promise," said Bob DeSalvio, President of Genting Americas East. "IGT's Resort Wallet cashless gaming solution positions Resorts World Catskills as an innovative technology leader, and keeps safety at the forefront of our operations."
"IGT's Resort Wallet solution gives Resorts World Catskills the early adopter advantage among commercial casinos in the state of New York with the debut of cashless gaming at their property," said Ryan Reddy, IGT Vice President, Global Systems and Payments Products. "Because Resorts World Catskills operates with the latest version of our IGT ADVANTAGE casino management system, a quick and simple remote installation has enabled the casino to benefit from the increased liquidity, efficiencies, player convenience and safety that are only possible with cashless gaming."
The Resort Wallet solution, part of the award-winning IGT ADVANTAGE® systems Player Experience Product Suite, is available as a turnkey, add-on module for IGT ADVANTAGE casino management system customers who want to give players a cashless wagering option.
Players can benefit from the safety of minimizing cash handling and the convenience of accessing funds anytime. In addition, Resort Wallet minimizes line-ups at kiosks and the cashier to encourage social distancing. The solution also generates greater operational efficiencies by reducing cash handling costs and associated safety and security risks. Cashless play also lessens machine maintenance and results in fewer cash handling errors.
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NEWS RELEASE: October 13, 2020. At a time of both opportunity and uncertainty, the insights of the gaming industry’s leading CEOs has never been more important to investors and industry stakeholders.
To help investors and stakeholders understand the trends shaping gaming’s future, Fantini Research is launching CEO Insights, a series of one-on-one video interviews.
The series, sponsored by IGT, kicks off Tuesday, October 13 with interviews of Tom Reeg, CEO of Caesars Entertainment, America’s largest casino operator, and Steve Sutherland, CEO of leading games and technology provider Konami Gaming.
Among the topics CEOs will discuss are:
• How the COVID-19 pandemic is changing the gaming industry.
• The outlook and financial implications of sports betting and online gaming as they proliferate throughout the United States.
• Emerging technologies and their implications.
• Their vision for their companies and the overall industry.
“The insights shared by CEOs has never been more important as gaming stands at the confluence of so much change. That is our motivation in bringing together these leaders to help illuminate the understanding of investors and decision makers,” Fantini Research CEO Frank Fantini said.
Two fresh CEO Insights videos will be posted every day through the end of October at ttps://www.fantiniresearch.com/conventions/ceo-insights.html.
Questions about the series can be addressed to Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at ADiem@FantiniResearch.com or at +1 302 730 3793.
About Fantini Research:
Fantini Research publishes newsletters and provides research services for C-level executives, institutional investors and legal and regulatory professionals in the global gaming industry. The flagship product is the daily Fantini’s Gaming Report, the industry’s standard source of comprehensive and timely news and analysis. Fantini’s Public Policy Review is the legal journal of the gaming industry providing news and analysis of legislative, legal and regulatory developments. It is published every Monday and with real-time bulletins as events happen. Other publications include the monthly Fantini’s National Revenue Report, a monthly compilation and analysis of US gaming revenues and trends; and, in partnership with Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, the EILERS-FANTINI Quarterly Slot Survey, and the EILERS-FANTINI Game Performance Report, which is a monthly report on slot performance; and the Fifth Third-Fantini Distributed Gaming Report. Fantini Research also performs research services for gaming companies and investors.
For additional information, call Associate Publisher Ashley Diem at +1 302 730 3793 or email ADiem@FantiniResearch.com.
October 12, 2020 02:08 PM Eastern Daylight Time
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GAN Limited (the “Company” or “GAN”) (NASDAQ: GAN), a leading business-to-business supplier of internet gaming software-as-a-service solutions primarily to the U.S. land-based casino industry, today announced the launch of a simulated Internet sports betting experience for an existing major midwestern region retail casino operator client and available at PlayJACK.com.
Available online, simulated sports betting represents a material extension of GAN’s current Simulated Gaming product and leverages the existing technical integration between GAN’s GameSTACK enterprise software platform, alongside sports betting technology partner Kambi.
Sports gamblers can easily sign up online, commence sports betting purely for entertainment purposes, and see how they perform relative to other sports gamblers in their state. All major U.S. sports events are available together with a full range of pre-game and in-running betting, powered by Kambi.
GAN’s retail casino operator clients of Simulated Gaming can now seek to gain an advantage previously only enjoyed by major Daily Fantasy Sports operators by acquiring future sports gamblers online today, at a lower marketing cost than the expected cost tomorrow, once the real money regulated sports betting market commences. Equipped with this ‘Industrial strength’ simulated sports wagering experience, GAN clients can now appeal to and engage online with the young-to-middle-aged male sports gambler who sits at the center of the Internet sports gambling consumer demographic and future Internet sports betting revenue opportunity.
Management anticipates the addition of simulated sports betting to accelerate sales of Simulated Gaming to additional U.S. retail casino operators. GAN’s integrated solutions offer both simulated Internet casino gaming to our partners’ existing retail customers, as well as simulated sports betting that will appeal to a younger consumer demographic not already present within their retail casinos.
Tom Ustunel, Vice President of Gaming Operations, commented: “The addition of simulated Internet sports betting is a natural extension of our existing product offering with key partners, as it offers sports bettors, in any state, the ability to participate in active sporting events with the added benefit of full integration with rewards program. We will continue to work closely with relevant partners on all aspects of our current and subsequent rollouts, including plans for the launch of real money Internet sports betting and casino gaming, pending regulation.”
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LAS VEGAS (October 8, 2020) – Aristocrat Technologies and the Las Vegas Raiders have snapped the ball on a new partnership, making Aristocrat an Official Partner of the Raiders and Allegiant Stadium. Aristocrat’s category includes land-based gaming machines and certain digital social casino games.
As an Official Partner of the Las Vegas Raiders, Aristocrat will have prominent signage throughout Allegiant Stadium year-round, including in-stadium and in-game branding and naming rights to the Owners East Club. The partnership features entitlement of the Aristocrat Club at Allegiant Stadium, an ultra-exclusive experience with a full-service premium bar, luxury lounge and upgraded stadium seating for game-viewing.
Additionally, Aristocrat will serve as the presenting sponsor of the Raiders 50/50 Raffle. Through this exciting joint effort, Aristocrat and the Raiders will join forces in giving back to the community.
“We are thrilled to welcome the Raiders to Las Vegas and to score an exclusive casino gaming supplier partnership with the team,” said Hector Fernandez, president of Aristocrat Americas. “Las Vegas is the entertainment capital of the world, and as an exclusive partner to one of the most iconic teams in the NFL, we look forward to providing playful experiences for Raiders fans.”
“The Raiders are excited to welcome Aristocrat Technologies as our newest partner,” said Raiders President Marc Badain. “Aristocrat is a great match as evidenced by their innovative technology and commitment to team up with the Raiders in giving back to the community.”
Legends Global Partnerships represented the Raiders to secure the partnership with Aristocrat as a part of their duties as the stadium's official premium ticketing and sponsorships agency.
AGS Executive Vice President Matt Reback said, “This is an exciting development in the growth of our interactive business, giving us access to BetMGM’s broad player reach and distribution of our engaging game content through the BetMGM, Borgata Online, and partypoker robust online casinos, which are live in New Jersey and will soon expand to Michigan, Pennsylvania, and other markets.”
BetMGM’s Vice President Gaming Matt Sunderland said, “We are thrilled to add AGS games to our online casino offering and are confident that the AGS content, which has proven to perform well both online and in land-based casinos, will be a hit with our players with features like multi-level jackpots, free games, and exciting bonus events.”
Available for download on both iOS and Android, as well as accessible via desktop, BetMGM Casino, Borgata Online, and partypoker, feature an extensive game line-up and offer players the flexibility to play online or from the convenience of their mobile phones.
"IGT and Scientific Games jointly participated in a bid for the award of the first national instant lottery concession in Brazil ("LOTEX Concession"). The parties were awarded the LOTEX Concession in October 2019. Pursuant to the award, IGT and Scientific Games were required to satisfy certain conditions precedent for the execution of the concession agreement by September 21, 2020. Prior to and since receiving the award of the LOTEX Concession, the parties repeatedly informed the Government of Brazil that it was critical, to ensure the success of the national instant ticket business in Brazil, to have a signed distribution agreement with CAIXA Econômica, operator of the largest lottery retailer network in Brazil. Following more than seven months of diligent discussions with CAIXA, the parties successfully completed contract negotiations. However, despite reaching an agreement on the final version of the contract more than two months ago, CAIXA failed to authorize its execution by the concession deadline, and our request for an extension of the process was not granted. The 13,000 lottery retailers within the CAIXA network are fundamental to a successful launch of the instant ticket business in Brazil and without such distribution network, the companies were not prepared to move forward," said Walter Bugno, IGT EVP New Business and Strategic Initiatives and Michael Conforti, Scientific Games, President Global Strategic Accounts. "In addition, on September 30, 2020, the Supreme Court of Brazil ruled that the federal government's lottery monopoly was unconstitutional, paving the way for states to develop state lotteries for each of Brazil's 26 states and one federal district. As a result, and despite being fully prepared to fulfill all of the financial and non-financial conditions precedent of the concession agreement, prudent capital management dictates that we withdraw from the process and re-evaluate the business case of implementing a lottery operations model in Brazil. Should the Government of Brazil consider an extension of the process for CAIXA to authorize and execute a contract because of the high contribution potential of this venture to a number of government programs, we will explore the possibility of re-engaging in the process."
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is the global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and Lotteries to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. 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 approximately 12,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
About Scientific Games
Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) is a world leader in entertainment offering dynamic games, systems and services for casino, lottery, social gaming, online gaming and sports betting. Scientific Games offers the gaming industry's broadest and most integrated portfolio of game content, advanced systems, cutting-edge platforms and professional services. Committed to responsible gaming, Scientific Games delivers what customers and players value most: trusted security, engaging entertainment content, operating efficiencies and innovative technology. For more information, please visit scientificgames.com.
Boyer brings a wealth of gaming experience, strong investor relationships
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- AGS (NYSE: AGS) (or "the Company") today announced the appointment of Brad Boyer as Vice President — Investor Relations, Corporate Development & Strategy. He brings over 10 years of experience as a research analyst in the Gaming sector, as well as strong relationships with the investor community and an in-depth knowledge of AGS' leadership and business.
AGS Chief Financial Officer Kimo Akiona said, "We are excited to welcome Brad to the AGS team. He brings a wealth of experience with sell-side and buy-side equity analysts, and a deep knowledge of AGS, our customers, our competitors, and our team. Brad possesses a unique knowledge of our industry and the Company, which will prove to be invaluable in our evaluation of M&A . Even prior to our IPO, Brad's always been an advocate of AGS and we look forward to his contributions to our growth."
Boyer joins AGS after a 10-year career at Stifel, Nicolaus, and Company, where he ended his tenure as Vice President, Equity Research, Gaming & Leisure. In this role, he led coverage of the gaming, sports, i-Gaming, and hospitality sectors, including covering AGS and the other publicly traded gaming equipment suppliers and operators. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva, New York.
LONDON, Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it has successfully achieved responsible gaming re-accreditation by the Global Gambling Guidance Group ("G4") for its IGT Gaming and PlayDigital™ operations. This latest accreditation makes IGT the first gaming supplier to be re-certified by G4 for both its Digital and Gaming segments.
IGT received G4 responsible gaming certification in 2017 and in 2019 for its land-based casino segment and digital services, respectively, making it the first supplier to be certified across both segments. This year, G4 re-evaluated IGT for both segments simultaneously.
"As the gaming industry leader serving customers around the world, IGT recognizes the importance of developing and delivering innovative, research-based responsible gaming technologies and services across our business segments," said Wendy Montgomery, IGT Senior Vice President, Global Brand, Marketing, and Communications. "This independent certification reinforces IGT's position as a highly responsible vendor, emphasizing the effectiveness of our solutions in helping operators protect their players."
G4 aims to minimize the impact of problem gambling by promoting a worldwide accreditation program for gaming industry operators and suppliers. To maintain G4 certification, IGT was independently evaluated to ensure that it exceeds industry standards for providing player protection tools and responsible gaming information on its IGT Gaming and PlayDigital product platforms. As part of G4's evaluation, IGT had to demonstrate its responsible gaming commitment to research, policy development, and employee training.
"In a world where responsible gaming standards are becoming more and more important, and regulations regarding this are a top priority, IGT's operations fully understand this and act accordingly," said Pieter Remmers, Chairman of the G4 Board of Directors. "G4 is happy and proud to have IGT as an accredited member."
IRVINE, Calif-GAN Limited (the “Company” or “GAN”) (NASDAQ: GAN), a leading business-to-business supplier of internet gambling software-as-a-service solutions to the U.S. land-based casino industry, today announced that Wynn Resorts, Limited (“Wynn”) (NASDAQ: WYNN) has engaged GAN in a 10-year agreement to be the enterprise software platform for its Internet sports betting and Internet casino gaming business in the State of Michigan. The Company expects to launch Wynn online in Michigan alongside the first regulated online gambling operators in November 2020, subject to all regulatory approvals. The Michigan launch between GAN and Wynn will be a part of the market access agreement between GAN and the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, who operate five casinos under the Kewadin Casinos brand in Michigan, announced on March 27, 2020.
By leveraging GAN’s U.S.-optimized enterprise software, proven get-to-market capability and on-property reward program integration capability, Wynn will be well-positioned as an early mover in the state of Michigan following its commencement of online gaming activities. Furthermore, as a major national casino brand operating casinos in both Las Vegas and Boston Massachusetts, Wynn has a substantial database of patrons’ resident within the Michigan region to cross-market to Internet gambling.
Together with a market-leading range of Internet casino games developed by GAN and/or aggregated from third parties, GAN will publish third-party sports betting content procured from a third-party sports betting content provider augmented by Wynn’s strategic partner Betbull Limited.
Jeffrey B. Berman, Chief Commercial Officer of GAN, commented:
“We look forward to powering the Wynn brand in Michigan with our highly optimized technology platform and enabling Wynn to efficiently invest their marketing capital to attract loyal sports betting and iGaming players. We are pleased to onboard Wynn, with its national casino brand and substantial Michigan-region patron base, as a major operator client and are excited at the opportunity presented by potential roll-outs in multiple additional states in the future.”
“We are thrilled that the global gaming industry has recognized Peter for his leadership and the impact he makes on our clients worldwide,” GLI’s VP of Technical Compliance & QA Chris Gallo said. “Compliance is at the core of every gaming operation, and as Director of Global Technical Compliance, Peter stays on top of emerging technologies to keep gaming operations worldwide in compliance and operational. Peter is also recognized for his impact within GLI as he is solution-based, results-oriented, and promotes a healthy, positive working environment.”
Wolff and his team support regulators in jurisdictions around the world, helping them understand new technologies and advising them on making necessary regulatory adjustments. This guidance supports regulators in accommodating new technologies that keep jurisdictions modern and competitive.
Additionally, he closely monitors quality processes across all GLI domestic and international offices. This internal oversight assures customers that GLI’s rigorous testing standards are being applied and are constantly up to date, as well as ensuring quality objectives are consistently met.
He also oversees GLI’s educational and training division, GLI University®, which is dedicated to keeping customers and clients abreast of new technologies and industry trends.
The ELG 40 Under 40 designation recognizes young professionals making significant contributions in the casino gaming industry who are on track to be the industry’s next generation of leaders. The winners were part of 150+ industry members who were nominated by colleagues who recognized their commitment and dedication to the gaming industry.
LAS VEGAS, NV October 1, 2020 – Ainsworth Game Technology Limited (ASX: AGI) (“Ainsworth”) and Resorts Casino in Atlantic City, N.J. recenty announced the latest thrilling Ainsworth games can now be played at www.ResortsCasino.com and www.MoheganSunCasino.com.
Resorts Casino players can now aim to win big on a variety of Ainsworth titles like Golden Dollars and Wild Nights with new games being released on a regular basis.
“We are excited to have our content available on the Resorts Casino sites,” said Ainsworth Online General Manager Jason Lim. “Our growth in the New Jersey online market continues and we’re seeing that players enjoy the unique experience of Ainsworth games. Many of these games have been popular for many years in Atlantic City land-based properties. Now players can experience them in a new way online.”
Ed Andrewes, CEO of Resorts Interactive Casino, said “It’s great news to have Ainsworth titles live on www.ResortsCasino.com and www.MoheganSunCasino.com. Ainsworth’s high and low denomination games make a tremendous addition to our already broad library of games We believe that these games will resonate particularly well with our customers who like to play in the casino as well as online, and this will further establish our position as one of the leading operators for online slots in New Jersey.”
IGT has worked directly with the Minnesota Lottery to launch extremely successful instant games since 2010. Earlier this year, the Lottery launched IGT's Full of $500s at the $5 price point and Power $10 at the $10 price point. These games are currently the Lottery's best-selling $5 and $10 games, respectively.
"Every time someone plays a Minnesota Lottery game, it generates funding to support Minnesota's environment and state services so it is imperative that we deliver the fun games and play styles that our players are looking for," said Wes Harms, Minnesota Lottery Director of Operations. "IGT's Instant Ticket Services team helped us take the Full of $500s scratch game from a concept to a staple of our scratch game lineup. We are pleased that IGT will continue to help us provide the quality scratch games and licensed property games that our players want for the next two years."
"IGT has taken a multi-faceted approach to providing the Minnesota Lottery with successful instant tickets over the last 10 years," said Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Lottery. "We take pride in working hand-in-hand with the Lottery to design entertaining games based on extensive research, game planning, and strategic marketing. We look forward to delivering these player-centric services and innovative content over the next two years as we continue to help ensure the Minnesota Lottery's success."
Under the terms of the contract, IGT will supply a comprehensive range of instant ticket services for the Minnesota Lottery including, research and analytics, graphics support, and the production and printing of instant tickets. In addition to providing instant tickets and related services, IGT has been the Minnesota Lottery's technology and draw-based lottery systems provider since 2002.
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September 23, 2020. Recognizing the dramatic changes in the structure of the gaming industry, Fantini Research has launched a new set of stock indices to measure industry performance.
“These indices are an important tool for investors to track and measure gaming stocks in comparison to the overall market and the dynamics within the gaming industry itself,” Fantini Research CEO Frank Fantini said.
The indices designed by Fantini’s Editor Blake Weishaar have been backdated to January 2, 2018.
In that relatively brief time, the indices show investor enthusiasm over sports betting, which stands at 175.97 points from a base of 100.
The lowest performing of the indices, North American, stands at 100.72 showing that gaming stocks have held up even in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic that has devastated leisure and hospitality stocks this year.
The four indices are:
• Global Top 30 comprised of the 30 largest gaming stocks by market value. Components range from casino operators to gaming suppliers and technology companies to international internet gamers.
• North American is a comprised of 18 companies that represent a cross-section of gaming in the United States and Canada, from casinos to lottery and gaming technology companies and those in online gaming and sports betting.
• Sports betting comprises a dozen leading companies in this emerging sector including operators, platform providers and marketing affiliates.
• Interactive is comprised of 17 companies that, like the other indices, represents a cross section of this sector.
The indices along with a graph that tracks performance historically can be viewed at https://www.fantiniresearch.com/indices-home-page.html.
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.
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Company signs retail sports betting agreement with Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians
LONDON, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that the Company expanded its U.S. sports betting footprint to North Dakota with an IGT PlaySports agreement to power retail sports betting at two casinos operated by the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians. Grand Treasure Casino in Trenton, N.D. and Sky Dancer Casino and Resort in Belcourt, N.D., will both leverage IGT's PlaySports platform, self-service kiosks, and trading services.
"By leveraging IGT's proven PlaySports solution, Turtle Mountain will launch an exciting sports betting operation at Grand Treasure and Sky Dancer casinos backed by best-in-class technology, services, and flexible self-service products," said Jamie Azure, Chairman of Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians. "The addition of sports betting will expand our casino entertainment and offer our loyal patrons and sports fans alike new ways to play. IGT is the market leader in sports betting technology, and I am confident that with their proven experience and service, we will be able to implement and operate exciting and successful programs."
"IGT is excited to expand our sports betting footprint to North Dakota through this agreement with Turtle Mountain, and we're happy to continue delivering our superlative PlaySports platform technology and services to casinos and venues of all sizes," said Enrico Drago, IGT PlayDigital Senior Vice President. "Entering North Dakota is another significant milestone to add to IGT's growing sports betting pedigree and reinforces our leadership as the principal B2B platform provider in the U.S."
IGT PlaySports is the leading sports betting solution for the U.S. market. North Dakota will become the 15th U.S. state where IGT powers sports wagering, joining Nevada, Illinois, Colorado, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Arkansas, Oregon, Indiana, Iowa, West Virginia, Mississippi and Rhode Island.
For more information about IGT PlaySports, visit igt.com/playsports. Follow IGT on Facebook at facebook.com/IGT, follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/IGTnews, or watch IGT videos on YouTube at youtube.com/igt.
WHAT: International Game Technology PLC (“IGT”) (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it has posted a link to the broadcast of its Gaming Showcase 2020, inviting the Gaming industry to experience “A New Journey, Together” across the Company’s product and solutions portfolio.
This 60-minute video broadcast hosted by Renato Ascoli, CEO Global Gaming; Nick Khin, COO Gaming; and senior business and product leaders, highlights the Company’s latest innovations in Core, Premium, Video Poker, ETG and Sports Betting content and hardware, and solutions that can enhance the efficiency and safety of casino floors such as Resort Wallet cashless technology.
WHERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqsmiIekECs&feature=youtu.be
LAS VEGAS, NV September 23, 2020 – Ainsworth Game Technology (ASX: AGI) (“Ainsworth”) announced a new partnership with SoftGamings, a B2B casino platform provider and gaming systems aggregator. Ainsworth’s casino slot games will be available through SoftGamings European and UK platform and real-money gaming operator network.
Ainsworth’s General Manager of Interactive and Online, Jason Lim said: “We are excited to be partnering with SoftGamings in continuing our expansion into the European Real Money Gaming market and look forward to growing the online business with our latest land based games.”.
SoftGamings’ Director of Partnerships, Irina Sazonova, stated: “Inking the partnership deal with Ainsworth Game Technology is a huge step forward and an important milestone for SoftGamings. We are happy to welcome the company to our family that already features 100+ providers and more than 3,000 games. Moreover, we are thrilled to offer Ainsworth’s games to our clients via SoftGamings’ unified API integration platform and look forward to a long and fruitful collaboration with the provider.”
On September 24th and 25th, VIP guests can board the Captain’s Bridge direct from the set of Star Trek: The Next Generation TV show and get their photo taken in a unique 180-degree camera experience. Promotions for mychoice® loyalty program members run through September 27th, and the Captain’s Bridge will remain at the M through October 4th.
"We strive to find the industry’s latest and best slot products to offer our loyal M customers,” said Hussain Mahrous, Vice President and General Manager. “We have placed a priority on bringing innovative, experience-driven gaming, such as the new Star Trek: The Next Generation slot game to the property.”
“We are excited to bring this game to market and to launch it with our incredible partners at M Resort Spa Casino. At Aristocrat, we are big fans of Star Trek: The Next Generation. Our design and development teams have taken their passion for this show and created an innovative game featuring sights and sounds from the series that takes full advantage of our EDGE X™ cabinet’s cinematic design,” said Jon Hanlin, Aristocrat’s senior vice president of commercial strategy and business analytics.
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Las Vegas, NV — September 22, 2020
Konami Gaming, Inc. announced that its award-winning SYNKROS® has been named the exclusive casino management system of the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino Reno and SAHARA Las Vegas. Players will enjoy connected, single card rewards across locations. Grand Sierra Resort is the largest casino resort in Northern Nevada, with more than 1,300 slot games, 50 table games, and nearly 2,000 guest rooms. SAHARA Las Vegas is set to become the first Las Vegas Strip resort to go live with SYNKROS and Konami’s Konetic Employee App™— driving catered rewards and convenience to guests across its 60,000 square foot gaming floor, five-star dining options and three hotel towers.
“SYNKROS was selected to power Grand Sierra Resort and SAHARA Las Vegas due to Konami’s reputation for high system reliability, demonstrated desire for partnership, and clear commitment to helping our business succeed,” said Christopher Abraham, senior vice president of marketing at Meruelo Gaming. “Working with Konami, our world-class gaming resorts have the assurance of a technology partner that truly understands our business and how each casino operates uniquely therein. Those details make a difference to us and our players.”
With the upcoming SYNKROS launch, Grand Sierra Resort and SAHARA Las Vegas will utilize the same card system for the first time—granting seamless loyalty rewards for members across both destinations. Team members are also slated to benefit from the launch of SYNKROS’ Konetic Employee App, with a slot dispatch module that empowers casino floor personnel to receive, manage, and respond to service calls through a secure mobile app. This technology and more are founded upon SYNKROS’ unprecedented 99.99% system uptime and highly reliable system architecture, for long-term performance and scalability.
“We believe SYNKROS is the very best solution available. Konami’s commitment to investing the time and attention to this business made our choice easy,” said Abraham. “The resorts are excited to move forward with this great new system and partnership.”
“Grand Sierra Resort and SAHARA Las Vegas are iconic Nevada resort destinations that we’re thrilled to work alongside in driving new technology to the space, as is the case with the upcoming Konetic mobile launch,” said Tom Jingoli, executive vice president & chief operating officer at Konami Gaming, Inc. “Both resorts have an energy, enthusiasm, and earned popular regard that Konami is proud to share in supporting.”
Those interested in learning more about SYNKROS’ award-winning product suite are encouraged to visit www.konamigaming.com.
“Konami Gaming, Inc. is hitting the road with its own casino showroom on wheels, in the WINovation Road Show. The company is heading coast-to-coast to show casino executives and professionals the very latest Konami casino games and system technology. Guests can step inside the 53-foot WINovation semi truck to discover 10,000+ square feet of exciting developments, designed for fun and flexibility. WINovation tours are by appointment only. Those interested in participating are asked to speak with a Konami representative for more information on upcoming tour locations. Occupancy caps, face covering requirements, and cleaning procedures are enforced to support on-going health and safety.”
A video of the trailer and this event is in the Videos and Product Demos section below.
Developed by the Aristocrat Customer Experience (CX) Solutions team in conjunction with the Boyd Interactive team, B Connected Mobile utilizes best-in-class mobile technology to enhance the Boyd guest experience. Available on both Android and iOS, B Connected Mobile is the next generation of player connectivity, offering engagement at home, on-the-go, or on the casino floor.
Through B Connected Mobile, Boyd Gaming customers will be able to view account balances and tier status in the B Connected loyalty program, as well as activate promotional offers and drawing entries. A personalized B Connected inbox, tied to the patron’s B Connected card, will share discounts, offers and feature exclusive entertainment and promotions, allowing the guest in real-time to redeem or plan their activities for an upcoming stay or visit.
“Thanks to our strategic partnership with Aristocrat, Boyd Gaming now has a best-in-class mobile platform that will allow us to greatly enhance the guest experience at our properties,” said Blake Rampmaier, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Boyd Gaming. “Ultimately, we will make B Connected Mobile the hub of a unique digital experience – a mobile tool that can be used as a cashless wallet, player loyalty card and hotel room key, all available from a player’s smartphone.”
Cath Burns, Executive Vice President Customer Experience Solutions at Aristocrat, said, “We are thrilled that Boyd Gaming has selected the Aristocrat suite of solutions to help transform both the guest experience and the industry.”
Under terms of the agreement, Boyd Gaming will utilize all of Aristocrat’s Oasis 360™ CX Solutions as its patron engagement ecosystem at all of its casino properties nationwide. Boyd Gaming currently operates 29 casino properties nation-wide.
Aristocrat’s Oasis 360™ system is one of the most widely used casino management systems in North America. It combines an award-winning portfolio of casino management technology comprised of slot management, bonusing, digital, table management, single card loyalty solutions, kiosk, and a media management hub.
LAS VEGAS – Sept. 16, 2020 – Global Payments Gaming Solutions has been named one of the
Founding Members of the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) International Gaming Institute’s
research collaborative on cashless and beyond. The research collaborative, to be housed at the UNLV
International Gaming Institute, will leverage its founding members’, like Global Payments Gaming
Solutions, existing technological, operational, and marketplace strengths to create a leadership position
on responsible gaming, which will be a crucial consideration in any forthcoming cashless wagering
conversations.
Taking its inspiration from the National Center for Responsible Gaming, the Collaborative’s objective is to
provide a neutral, scientific, data-driven foundation for policymakers and regulators to make sound
decisions in the future.
To date, responsible gaming (RG) policy on cashless wagering has been driven more by perception
rather than data. Very little scientific research exists on actual customer behavior when cashless systems
are deployed,” said Alan Feldman, Feldman, Distinguished Fellow, Responsible Gaming, IGI, Project
Director. “As a result, policies can be based on worries or beliefs rather than facts and scientific
methodologies. It is thus important to evaluate and study the potential unintended consequences of these
current policies in order to inform future RG policy. We are appreciative to have industry partners like,
Global Payments, that place as much importance on responsible gaming as we do.”
As a founding member, Global Payments Gaming Solutions will play an active role within the
Collaborative to support the group’s goal of identifying and addressing the most prominent concerns and
questions regarding cashless wagering. The Collaborative will also provide a thorough and objective
evaluation of the accumulated evidence and data on each of the researched topics.
“The rise of cashless gaming and wagering has led to conversations around the safety and security of the
practice, especially as the need for cashless gaming solutions has grown during the COVID-19
pandemic,” said Christopher Justice, president, Global Payments Gaming Solutions and participating
member of the Collaborative. “Global Payments Gaming Solutions is uniquely positioned to provide
industry leadership and expertise to support the Collaborative’s research efforts. Additionally, we recently
launched VIP Mobility, the industry’s first mobile solution enabling true cashless casino gaming, to
provide a more secure, more enjoyable gaming experience in a cashless manner, while also delivering
greater, and more effective, consumer protection for responsible gaming.”
Global Payments Gaming Solutions will be joined by Sightline, Everi, Worldpay and Freedom Pay as
additional founding members of the Collaborative.
About Global Payments Gaming Solutions?
Global Payments Gaming Solutions, a division of Global Payments, enables the world’s gaming
entertainment leaders to create amazing consumer experiences and maximize spend across all of their
physical and digital properties. Our complete suite of payment solutions enables safe, secure and trusted
cash access at the cage, on the casino floor, or online. Learn more at Global Payments Gaming.
LONDON, Sept. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its Hexbreaker 3 slots game, PeakBarTop cabinet and PlaySports Bank and PlaySports Pod were all winners of Casino Journal's 2020 "Top 20 Most Innovative Gaming Technology Products Awards." IGT was the only gaming supplier to win three positions on the esteemed 20-product list of gaming innovations.
In its 23rd year, Casino Journal's annual award program recognizes the most innovative technology offerings in the gaming industry and is judged by a panel of accomplished professionals representing varied dimensions of the casino gaming sector.
"IGT's success in Casino Journal's 2020 'Top 20 Most Innovative Gaming Technology Products Awards' is a reflection of our pioneering spirit and commitment to developing and delivering growth-driving solutions for our customers worldwide," said Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO, Global Gaming. "IGT's Hexbreaker 3 game, PeakBarTop cabinet and PlaySports Bank and PlaySports Pod are all research-backed solutions that were created by talented and passionate IGT team members who prioritize advancing the player experience through meaningful innovation."
IGT's Hexbreaker 3 is an action-packed Proven Performer video slots game that is available on the Company's CrystalCurve™ cabinet. With innovative game mechanics and up to 59,049 ways to win, IGT's Hexbreaker 3 has become a player-favorite slots game and consistently tops well-respected gaming industry performance charts.
Earlier this year, IGT launched the PeakBarTop cabinet and redefined the bartop experience. Equipped with a 23-inch curved display and range of other tech-advanced features, the research-backed hardware is supported by the industry's most recognizable video poker content library and a range of new and proven slots, keno and table games.
IGT's PlaySports Bank and PlaySports Pod provide operators immense flexibility for how and where they offer retail sports betting. Both solutions feature three intuitive, self-service betting kiosks and are topped with high-definition multi-media displays that can showcase a variety of content including live sporting events, betting odds, lines, gameday feeds and more.
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According to the American Gaming Association (AGA), 77% of casual casino visitors (gambled less than 9 times in the last year) and 88% of avid casino visitors (gambled 10+ times in the last year) reported an awareness of available responsible gaming resources. Global Payments’ solutions including VIP Financial Center and VIP Mobility can equip patrons with the proper technology to encourage responsible gaming habits.
I'm proud to share with you the success of the cashless player experience as the driver for more responsible gaming on the casino floor.
Solutions including configurable spending limits, preset “cooling off” periods, and self-exclusion allow patrons to have a safe and responsible gaming experience while still giving patrons the enjoyment and thrill of being on the casino floor.
At Global Payments Gaming Solutions, we are proud to be participate in Responsible Gaming Week as we continue to drive innovation in solutions like the VIP Financial Center and VIP Mobility that encourage responsible gaming habits.
For more information on how switching to cashless and mobile gaming options can enhance the patron’s experience and promote responsible gaming, click here.
Best,
Justin Sprague
Vice President of Marketing, Global Payments
Lucky slots players won the following million dollar-plus jackpots last month:
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Powerbucks slots has paid 19 jackpots of $1 million or more since its Canadian debut in 2016. Wheel of Fortune slots have minted over 1,000 millionaires and awarded over $3 billion in jackpots since its launch in 1995.
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Striving to deepen its presence across the Nordic markets, Push Gaming joins a selection of suppliers providing content to Norsk Tipping, a World Lottery Association member, through IGT, including NetEnt and Elk Studios.
Enrico Drago, IGT PlayDigital senior vice president, noted: “By leveraging the seamless content aggregation technology within our IGT PlayCommand platform product suite, IGT successfully added Push Gaming’s innovative digital games to our growing stable of titles for Norsk Tipping, and further supported our goal of delivering unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players.”
Under the terms of the agreement, four of Push Gaming’s titles, Joker Troupe, Jammin’ Jars, Razor Shark and Wild Swarm, will be available to Norsk Tipping’s customers during the launch, with further titles being added throughout the year.
Set to go live in September, Push Gaming’s UK Gambling Commission and Malta Gaming Authority licensed platform has been added to the IGT Connect integration layer.
Fiona Hickey, head of sales at Push Gaming, added: “Entering dynamic new markets and increasing our global audience is what we strive for here at Push Gaming. It’s fantastic to have joined forces with IGT and to continue expanding our presence in regulated markets worldwide. We look forward to a long and productive partnership together.”
“Konami is committed to championing the future of gaming through innovative products like DIMENSION 49J and SYNK31,” said Tom Jingoli, executive vice president & chief operating officer at Konami Gaming, Inc. “Both were engineered from start-to-finish with a focus on driving distinct value to the operator, through streamlined design, effective results, and long-term quality.”
As one of the industry’s newest slot cabinets, DIMENSION 49J maximizes player comfort and entertainment, while maintaining optimal sizing and adaptability for diverse operators. The 49-inch, “J” curve slot cabinet is the launch pad for top game content, developed to maximize moment-by-moment excitement and anticipation for players. The game launch library for DIMENSION 49J includes everything from one-of-a-kind Konami premiums like the first Silent Hill® slot games to series like Ocean Spin™ with stunning animation sequences across multiple cabinets. All Aboard™ is also among the cabinet’s debut game series—now expanding across North America following proven success in Australian markets.
“DIMENSION 49J is serving a strong mix of slot series, on a machine that upholds lasting operational gain and flexibility for properties,” said Jingoli. “As the casino floor continues to change and adapt, slot cabinets that are streamlined, effective, and efficient like DIMENSION 49J help open the door for continued advancement, through thoughtful design and entertainment quality.”
Konami’s SYNK31 is an all-in-one Title 31 / AML system that empowers operators to seamlessly compile all reporting, time stamped notes, files documents, screenshots, photos, videos, and emails associated with a patron or incident, in one easy location. Casino employees can complete all the forms and reports necessary for compliance, including the Multiple Transaction Log (MTL) Form, Negotiable Instrument Log (NIL) Form, Suspicious Activity Incident (SAI) Report Form, Currency Transaction Report (CTR), Know Your Customer (KYC) Reviews, and much more, with electronic uploading to the IRS and FinCEN through batch reporting and individual reporting. All necessary AML information is captured and compiled with near real-time results, allowing operators to identify and respond to incidents as they occur.
“Our world-class casino systems engineers designed SYNK31 for speed, efficiency, ease, and connectedness,” said Jingoli. “The result is a robust, all-in-one solution for casino teams to achieve highly consistent and accurate compliance.”
For more information about Konami Gaming, Inc., please visit www.gaming.konami.com.
Additionally, GLI was recognized for its technological capabilities when its Remote Test Bed solution was named to Casino Journal’s Top 20 Most Innovative Gaming Technology Products Awards for 2020. GLI’s Remote Test Bed uses modern technology applications to further reduce supplier costs, enhance regulatory compliance, and speed time to market. By using technology to solve a pain point for suppliers, GLI has once again positively impacted the larger gaming industry.
“Being named best test lab and being recognized for our technological developments are incredible honors; however, what these awards illustrate is GLI has the best, most dedicated employees in the business,” said GLI President/CEO James R. Maida. “At GLI, our entire staff is constantly and proactively thinking of ways to improve time to market and reduce costs for our customers. That innovative spirit and dedication to the industry is what drives us at GLI, and we are humbled to be recognized for our ingenuity.”
GLI’s Remote Test Bed solution is the latest addition to the company’s long line of sought-after, time- and money-saving solutions, such as the patented GLI Link®, Test Automation, Point.Click.Transfer.™ and Point.Click.Submit™. These valuable solutions complement the many other resources GLI has developed to specifically address the ever-changing needs of GLI customers and the industry at large.
Additionally, the MGCB has referenced the GLI standards “GLI-19 Interactive Gaming Systems” and “GLI-33 Event Wagering Systems” within their regulations, joining jurisdictions worldwide that have adopted the two standards. These, and all of GLI’s globally accepted standards, are available at gaminglabs.com/gli-standards.
“We are honored that the Michigan Gaming Control Board has approved GLI to test and certify iGaming and mobile sports betting,” said Peter Wolff, Director of Global Technical Compliance. “We have been helping regulators and suppliers navigate the future of iGaming and mobile sports betting for decades, and we are excited to put our worldwide experience to work for Michigan.”
GLI has been working in the iGaming 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.
"Understanding how governments effectively manage and grow lottery businesses requires experience, talent, relationship building and trust," said Marco Sala, IGT CEO. "Scott Gunn's knack for navigating the political climate in a state or country allows him to work with public policy makers and customers to support lottery innovation and best practices that ensure the generation of revenue for good causes. Scott's leadership has left a lasting impression on the global lottery industry, and we're incredibly proud of his achievement as an inductee to the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame."
"I am truly humbled and honored to be recognized with membership in the Lottery Industry Hall of Fame and to work in this industry with so many talented peers," said Gunn. "Throughout the last 25 years, I have had the great privilege to work alongside my exceptional colleagues with lottery customers as well as legislators and regulators around the globe to help shape the present and future of the lottery industry."
The Lottery Industry Hall of Fame was founded by PGRI in 2005 as a means of honoring those who have done the most to make the lottery industry the great success that it is today. Membership is reserved for lottery professionals who have promoted excellence and integrity throughout their careers. Each year, former inductees nominate and vote on the final recipients.
In his current role, Gunn is responsible for IGT's public affairs related to government relations strategy and is instrumental in directing and facilitating government relationships and public engagement to advance global business interests for the Company's global lottery and gaming business units.
Since joining IGT's predecessor GTECH in 1994, Gunn has held positions in sales, business development, government relations and global operations. While leading GTECH California operations, Scott managed a successful lottery central system conversion, supported major retail expansion, assisted in the launch of Mega Millions and in 2010 helped successfully inject prize payout flexibility into the law by shepherding a key piece of legislation over the finish line. As a result, annual lottery revenues supporting education in California have increased dramatically since its enactment.
Prior to his current role, Gunn was Senior Vice President of Global Government Relations and North America Lottery Business Development, overseeing worldwide government relations strategy and managing the Company's global network of government relations resources, as well as pursuing public sector market opportunities for the Company's various lines of business in North America.
Gunn holds a bachelor's degree in Political Economics from Tulane University in New Orleans, La. He works in IGT's Washington, D.C. office and resides in Alexandria, Va. with his wife and four daughters.
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