International Game Technology PLC (IGT) has introduced its latest multi-level progressive (MLP) game, Diamond Mania, into Spain’s Amusement with Prize (AWP) salones sector. This release follows the notable success of IGT’s Magic Fortune Link AWP game, which recently achieved a significant milestone with over 1000 units deployed across Spain.

IGT continues its strategic expansion in the Spanish market with games that are both innovative and tailored to local player preferences. “Following the successful deployment of our first salones-specific title, Magic Fortune Link, we are thrilled to introduce Diamond Mania. This new multi-game jackpot is designed to help operators enhance their gaming floors and achieve outstanding results,” stated Maria Aldana, IGT Director of Sales Western Europe and Africa.

A Tailored Gaming Experience

Diamond Mania has been specifically crafted for the salones market, featuring four engaging base game themes: Samurai Takeo, Majestic Stallion, Ramosis Treasures, and Wish Mistress. The game is built on proven mechanics to ensure a captivating experience, offering players special bonuses such as a reel boost, a prize boost, and a jackpot bonus. These features can trigger further in-game enhancements like super games and mega games, providing a pathway to winning one of four progressive jackpots.

Enhanced Gaming Technology

The game is housed in the BINTIA 27-inch multi-game cabinet, which boasts dual HD monitors and an optional topper that mimics casino-style aesthetics. It features an ergonomic design, programmable LED lighting, sharp high-resolution graphics, an immersive sound system, and can be equipped with a TITO (Ticket-In, Ticket-Out) system, enhancing the overall player experience.

Diamond Mania is exclusively distributed by Orenes Grupo, a leader in the Spanish salones sector for operations and gaming machine distribution. IGT also revealed plans to further expand its portfolio in this market later this year with the launch of Treasure Box, its third MLP game developed specifically for the sector, which encompasses approximately 3000 gaming and bingo halls across Spain.

This strategic expansion by IGT underscores its commitment to enhancing its presence in key international markets by offering products that resonate well with regional audiences and meet the evolving demands of operators and players alike.

Source: “IGT Expands Footprint in Spain’s ‘Salones’ Sector with Launch of New Multi-level Progressive Theme”. European Gaming. May 8, 2024.

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A leading solution provider to the iGaming industry, International Game Technology (IGT), has been awarded the gold medal rating from the leading sustainability ratings provider EcoVadis. The recognition follows the EcoVadis assessment of the level of sustainability of global companies and their operating practices to position the IGT among the top five percent of companies with the gold medal rating.

Sustainability Assessment

The sustainability assessment of the renowned rating provider indicated that the IGT exercised a particularly distinctive performance in the areas of environment, ethics, and procurement to boost its overall ratings and include the company in the leading group of sustainable companies.

Rating Criteria

The sustainability performance assessment was conducted under the EcoVadiscriteria focused on the categories of environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. The assessment was based on 21 benchmark distributed across the above categories to report the IGT performance in terms of sustainable practices representing the pillars of the company’s strategic operations. In assessing the IGT sustainability level, EcoVadis used these sustainability standards to evaluate environmental, social and ethical performance across more than 85,000 companies around the world.

Testimony of Commitment

The gold medal rating awarded to IGT represents another testimony of the iGaming provider’s commitment to sustainability of its operations. The recognition brings IGT in the group of reputable companies proven to operate in compliance with international norms and regulations to ensure legal adherence at all times. At the same time, the gold metal rating is the confirmation that IGT’s operations are in lieu with its internal corporate culture ensuring that the satisfaction and loyalty of its employees continue to drive the company forward.

Commenting on the prestigious rating, Wendy Montgomery, IGT SVP Marketing, Communications and Sustainability said: “Receiving a gold medal from EcoVadis validates IGT’s long-time commitment to continuously improving our ESG results and the effectiveness of our Sustainable Play initiatives. IGT will leverage the gold medal honor from EcoVadis as inspiration for enhanced sustainability innovation and performance, as we help contribute to a more sustainable future for our business and stakeholders.”

Gold Medal Rating Meeting International Standards

Business sustainability ratings used by EcoVadis in assessing global companies are based on international sustainability standards such as the Ten Principles of the UN Global Company, the International Labor Organisation conventions, the Global Reporting Initiative standards, and the ISO 26000 standard. The rating entity relies on these norms to produce analysis and reports after sourcing performance figures and data to provide a guide for possible improvement of the operating practices of the company concerned. The highest rating awarded to IGT represents the recognition of the company’s continued commitment to quality and sustainability.

Source: “IGT Earns Gold Medal from Leading Rating Agency EcoVadis”. European Gaming. February 19, 2024.

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The leading supplier of technology and solutions, powering gaming and lottery operators across the globe, International Game Technology (IGT), announced a partnership extension with the Virginia Lottery. Announced Monday, the new collaboration extends the partnership between the duo for three years through October 2033.

IGT confirmed that the deal was signed between the Lottery and its subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Corporation. Besides the three-year extension, the newly inked deal delivers options for further collaboration between the duo via three extensions for one year each.

Per the new agreement, the Virginia Lottery will benefit from enhanced solutions supplied by IGT. It will upgrade its lottery central system, communications network and at the same time, introduce new point-of-sale terminals, promising engaging experiences. The launch of the aforementioned features is expected around October 2025, IGT explained in a statement.

Under the newly extended and enhanced contract, the Lottery will benefit from Aurora, IGT’s newest central retail system. Some 5,500 retail terminals will be replaced with the Retailer Pro S2, allowing the Lottery to benefit from high-speed terminals that are also capable of dealing with large volumes of data.

The contract extension represents an important milestone for the Virginia Lottery and IGT. This is because the duo has been collaborating for more than two decades. Back in 2020, the Lottery selected IGT as the prime provider for instant tickets, while back in 2000, it first gained access to IGT’s leading technology.

Extended Contract to Bring New Experiences

Jay Gendron, IGT’s chief operating officer, global lottery, spoke about the long-term business relationship between the company and the lottery. “The upgraded technology being deployed for the Virginia Lottery as part of our latest extension will offer increased flexibility for the Lottery to easily manage its back-end operations,” he added. Finally, Gendron said that the introduction of IGT’s progressive jackpot feature promises to deliver exceptional experiences for players in Virginia.

“Since first partnering with the Virginia Lottery in 2000, IGT has helped us responsibly modernize our lottery offerings and drive sales growth for our business.“

Tony R. Russell, interim director of the Virginia Lottery

Tony R. Russell, the Virginia Lottery’s interim director, also praised the collaboration between the Lottery and IGT which spans more than two decades. He explained that this strategic long-term partnership enabled the Lottery to grow its operations while ensuring responsible offering. Finally, Russell predicted that the improvements under the new contract will not only deliver new experiences for players across the state but also help raise revenue for public education via Virginia’s K-12 program.

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The leading provider of technology, powering lotteries across the globe, International Game Technology (IGT), announced an important partnership extension. On Wednesday, the company confirmed it agreed to extend its contract for the provision of its lottery system for the UK National Lottery.

The announcement comes ahead of the switch of the Lottery license from Camelot to Allwyn, scheduled for the start of next month. As a result, IGT will continue to power the National Lottery with its leading technology and solutions, paving the way for the successful transformation under the management of Allwyn.

Camelot was the operator of the Lottery for the last three decades since its first draw in 1994. However, ahead of the expiry of Camelot’s license, the UK gambling regulator, the Gambling Commission, selected Allwyn as a holder of the fourth Lottery license. This prompted IGT to launch a lawsuit against the regulator, pursuing damages. In an unexpected turn of events, last week, IGT discontinued its National Lottery-related appeal, effectively abandoning the damages it previously pursued from the regulator.

The extended collaboration with the Lottery isn’t a surprise, considering that IGT has a growing portfolio of lottery partners across the globe. In fact, the company currently serves as the main provider of technology for 25 lotteries across the United States and eight out of the top 10 largest lotteries around the world.

The Partnership Extension Brings Excitement for IGT

Jay Gendron, IGT’s COO of global lottery, revealed that the company is excited to extend its support for the National Lottery in the UK. Moreover, he spoke about the importance of collaborating with Allwyn, as well as other suppliers in the sector.

“We are pleased to continue to support the operation of The National Lottery, working alongside a range of other suppliers and Allwyn.“

Jay Gendron, COO of global lottery at IGT

This week, John Tanner, the executive director for the 4th National Lottery Competition, predicted that the transfer of the Lottery license is expected to boost the funding toward Good Causes. For more than three decades, the Lottery has been actively raising money for Good Causes with the sum now surpassing £47 billion ($59.4 billion).

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The leading gaming, hospitality and entertainment company, Caesars Entertainment, announced it expanded its offering on Ceasars Palace Online Casino and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino for customers in West Virginia with the addition of unique games from IGT PlayDigital’s portfolio of titles. Announced Tuesday, the new collaboration saw players from The Mountain State gain access to a diverse range of popular games from IGT PlayDigital’s portfolio.

Thanks to the launch, customers aged 21, can now tap into new games that offer unique themes, engaging and rewarding features. Such include Caesars Cleopatra, the latest game from IGT, developed specifically for Caesars’ online gambling platforms. The new slot game combines an evergreen Cleopatra theme and features iconic Caesars Palace images.

With Caesars Palace in Las Vegas serving as the game’s background, the slot offers 20 paylines and comes packed with engaging mechanics. Players of the new slot game in West Virginia can expect player-favorite symbols and thrilling features that guarantee unrivaled experience and a chance for mouth-watering prizes.

The new game’s Cleopatra Bonus! offers players a chance to secure significant prizes by tripling the awards for the players. Landing five of the special Cleopatra symbols on a payline grants the customers a staggering award of 10,000x of the line bet.

The Operator Boosts Its Offering

Undoubtedly, the popular games from IGT PlayDigital will strengthen Caesars’ offering on Caesars Palace Online Casino and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino for customers in West Virginia. Ricardo Cornejo Rivas, Ceasars Digital’s VP of online gaming, revealed that the company is excited to expand its suite of games available via its two platforms for customers in the state. “This exciting game catalog is a perfect complement to the standout CAESARS CLEOPATRA title on our platform,” he explained.

“We are thrilled to have IGT PlayDigital’s vast suite of games available on Caesars Palace Online Casino and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino in West Virginia.“

Ricardo Cornejo Riva, VP of online gaming at Caesars Digital

Recently, BetMGM and Caesars enjoyed success in Las Vegas in light of the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix. The arrival of the Formula One race to the state helped shatter betting records with BetMGM and Caesars reporting record growth in betting handle out of any motorsports event.

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A leading gaming technology and equipment provider, International Game Technology (IGT), has now been accredited by the reputable gaming certification and accreditation body Global Gambling Guidance Group (G4) for responsible gaming operations of the provider’s Global Gaming and PlayDigital verticals.

Renewed Certification

The latest IGT accreditation for responsible gaming practices follows the previous G4 responsible gaming accreditation for the company. IGT was accredited for its sports betting operations in 2022, its digital solutions proved in line with the G4 respective standard already in 2019 while the company’s gaming operations secured the responsible gaming accreditation for IGT as early as in 2017 to showcase the corporate commitment to providing a safe gambling environment.

Wendy Montgomery, IGT SVP, Marketing, Communications and Sustainability reportedly said: “Responsible gaming is embedded into the core of IGT’s business and receiving this G4 accreditation for our Global Gaming and PlayDigital product offerings demonstrates our ongoing commitment to our Sustainable Play initiatives.

Mongtomery added: ‘’IGT was the first industry supplier to earn G4 accreditation for gaming and digital responsible gaming excellence, and the first in the U.S. to be accredited for sports betting. IGT will continue upholding itself and our partners to the highest responsible gaming standards as we promote positive play for all.”

Pieter Remmers, Chairman of the G4 Board of Directors said: “IGT has showcased its responsible gaming commitment and industry leadership year after year, and G4 is pleased to recognize the company’s Global Gaming and PlayDigital operations with accreditation again.’’

Rammers also said: “We applaud IGT’s critical responsible gaming efforts and appreciate all that the Company does to maintain the integrity of gaming globally.”

High Standards

As a reputable accreditation and certification entity, G4 aims to ensure the maintenance of the highest gaming industry standards through a worldwide accreditation and certification of gambling suppliers and service providers. With an aim to minimize the impact of problem gambling, the body conducts audits of industry stakeholders to ensure their adherence to the responsible gaming standards.

The assessment has been conducted with IGT with the goal for the company to maintain the G4 certification. The independent G4 assessment has reportedly proven that the technology supplier has established an elevated level of industry standards in the responsible gambling practices.IGT showcased a high standard in providing players with protection tools and sufficient responsible gaming information.

Accreditation Now Effective

Global Gambling Guidance Group’s audit of the IGT verticals Global Gaming and PlayDigital included responsible gambling guidance for players, as well as the company’s adherence to responsible gaming internal standards and the operational code of practice. Also, the training of staff for responsible gaming practices, protection tools and problem gambling were audited. As G4 found these operations highly compliant, the IGT certification for responsible gaming has now become effective.

Source: “IGT Reaffirms Responsible Gaming Leadership with G4 Certification for Global Gaming and PlayDigital Segments”, European Gaming.November 20, 2023.

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Leading global supplier of entertaining and responsible gaming, International Game Technology PLC (IGT), has announced it would strengthen its sports betting foothold in Puerto Rico through a newly signed deal with Ponce Plaza Hotel & Casino. 

The multi-year agreement will allow the Ponce-based casino to harness IGT PlaySports’ premium technology and trading advisory services to power PlayBets by Ponce Plaza, the pioneer casino brand-led retail and mobile sportsbook.

Ponce Plaza, “Thrilled to Expand” Strategic Alliance with IGT

Ponce Plaza Hotel & Casino’s general manager, Ramon Muñoz, took the opportunity to praise IGT as their “valued” supplier of gaming equipment in the past few years while expressing their thrill for extending their “strategic alliance” with the launch of the up-and-coming sportsbook powered by IGT PlaySports. 

Muñoz also mentioned the way Ponce Plaza Hotel & Casino has successfully catered to the needs of the local community since 2008 while expressing pride for becoming the first operator in Puerto Rico to manage and operate its own sportsbook. 

Domestic sports aficionados can expect to enjoy a top-tier experience with backup from a trustworthy and well-known local operator.

IGT’s president of sports betting, Joe Asher, announced their excitement to assist the casino operator with adding the “valuable new player acquisition tool” and delivering “the excitement of multi-channel sports betting to fans in the region.” 

Using IGT’s comprehensive trading advisory and risk management services and proven technology, Asher further explained, Ponce Plaza can expect to attract a large number of customers to the premises and improve their overall hotel experience. 

IGT’s professional team of experts based in the US offers on-call expertise for all aspects of daily sportsbook operations, featuring risk advisory, odds-making, and localized promotions and pricing.

Over 90 North American Gaming Venues Powered by IGT PlaySports

IGT PlaySports received the award for Sportsbook Supplier of the Year at the SBC North America Awards in 2023. 

At the moment, the leading business-to-business sports betting supplier that offers flexible and innovative solutions to commercial gaming, tribal, and lottery operators is powering sportsbooks spread across over 90 gaming venues in North America. 

In February, Betfred announced it would launch IGT’s PlaySports-powered sportsbook in Nevada. The following month, the Global supplier of gaming and lottery solutions announced it would increase the number of PlaySports kiosks in Ohio with the help of BetSkybox.

At the end of April, IGT launched its PlaySports-powered retail sports betting solution with Tama-based Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel in Iowa.

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The California Lottery has solidified its collaboration with International Game Technology PLC (IGT), securing a seven-year extension that promises to reshape the future landscape of the state’s lottery experience. 

California Lottery Chooses IGT’s OMNIA Lottery Solution for Unmatched Gaming

Under the freshly-inked contract, IGT’s subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Corporation, will be the primary technology provider for the California Lottery, marking a continuation of their fruitful partnership. This agreement allows for a potential extension until 2033, with the option of five additional one-year renewals.

The centerpiece of this collaboration is the adoption of IGT’s innovative cloud-based platform, seamlessly integrated into its OMNIA lottery solution. This move replaces the existing second-chance platform and extends to the migration of the lottery’s operational management tools and applications into the cloud. By doing so, the California Lottery aims to enhance flexibility, and reliability, and accelerate innovation, ultimately offering players an unparalleled gaming experience.

Jay Gendron, IGT chief operating officer, Global Lottery, highlighted: “IGT’s enhanced second-chance promotions platform will provide maximum flexibility for the California Lottery to create a variety of exciting promotional drawings and bonus capabilities for its players.” 

He further expressed the company’s commitment to driving increased sales for the California Lottery, ultimately supporting the state’s public schools.

IGT Will Keep Providing Uninterrupted Comprehensive Services

Beyond the technological upgrades, IGT will continue to provide comprehensive services to the California Lottery. This includes supporting and maintaining the central system, communications network, and managing over 140,000 point-of-sale hardware across 23,000 retailer locations. 

Additionally, IGT will offer instant-ticket games and services, field services, marketing, research capabilities, and call center support, ensuring a seamless gaming experience for players statewide.

This groundbreaking partnership reaffirms IGT’s position as a global leader, serving 25 lotteries in the US, eight of the world’s largest lotteries, and 16 of the world’s top 25 lotteries. The collaboration between IGT and the California Lottery promises a future where technology meets entertainment, setting the stage for an exciting era in the state’s gaming industry. 

Another major expansion in the US came with IGT securing an eight-year contract with the Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC) to provide its iLottery gaming system and related components. The deal allowed CLC to offer online Keno and draw-based lottery games for the first time, including popular games like Lotto!, Cash5, Play3 with Wild Ball, and Play4 with Wild Ball.

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IGT, a global leader in casino content and solutions, announced that its award-winning PeakBarTop cabinets will now include sports betting. The enhanced machines are now being inaugurated at two Wisconsin properties, namely St. Croix Casino in Turtle Lake and St. Croix Casino in Danbury.

As the cabinets’ name suggests, they allow players to comfortably sit in a bar environment while still enjoying some of the best games IGT has to offer. In addition to the video poker, slots and keno offerings available on the machines, players will now also get to wager on sports.

The move will cement the PeakBarTop machines as a one-stop-shop for gamblers and bettors, allowing them to enjoy a multitude of offerings without leaving the bar chair. Players can furthermore engage with all offerings using the same gaming wallet, ensuring smooth gaming experiences.

The PeakBarTop terminals utilize IGT’s Total Gaming software. They boast an ergonomic design and comfortable viewing angles on a 23-inch curved full-HD display. Further equipped with Bluetooth capabilities and a USB port, the machines ensure premium gaming experiences for the users.

IGT’s PeakBarTop with sports betting functionality was awarded the Land-Based Product of the Year accolade at the 2022 Global Gaming Awards.

St. Croix Casino Is Happy to Pioneer the New Products

St. Croix Casino’s general manager, Loren Benjamin, said that his properties are excited to be the first ones in the world to offer IGT’s PeakBarTop with sports betting. Benjamin lauded the improved cabinets as a “transformative product” that will engage many players.

The GM noted that IGT’s video poker has been a staple at the St. Croix Casinos for decades. As a result, his team is excited to expand its deal with the provider and introduce its PeakBarTop machines with Total Gaming.

In introducing IGT’s PeakBarTop with Total Gaming, St. Croix Casinos are providing players the market’s most advanced sports betting interface for land-based casinos on quality hardware that they readily embrace.

Loren Benjamin, GM, St. Croix Casino

Joe Asher, IGT’s president of sports betting, expressed his team’s excitement about the launch. He said that he, personally, has wanted sports betting on a Game King bartop machine long before he joined IGT. His dream has finally come true thanks to the new launch.

It’s finally here; now customers can sit at the bar, watch the game on TV, play video poker and bet on sports. There’s no doubt that adding a sports betting vertical to IGT’s PeakBarTop cabinet is going to be a winner.

Joe Asher, president of sports betting, IGT

In other news, IGT just showcased some of its newest products at the Australasian Gaming Expo.

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The global gaming company powering operators within the lottery, betting and online gambling sector, International Game Technology (IGT), confirmed earlier this week that it will showcase its latest games, services, systems and cabinets at the upcoming 2023 Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE). As one of the most-anticipated events for the gambling industry in the region, the AGE is planned to take place between August 15 and August 17, 2023, in Sydney, Australia. The thrilling event will provide engagement opportunities for suppliers, providers as well as operators. Visitors and participants at AGE will be able to see new products and services, participate in seminars and tap into unique networking opportunities.

At stand 590, IGT will demonstrate its highly popular PeakDual27 and PeakCurve49 cabinets. The cabinets deliver features from the company’s popular Crystal cabinet series but enhance further the experience for the users with optimized screens. Additionally, the Peak cabinets offer an ergonomic and dynamic player panel with dual bash buttons, as well as curved dual-screen gameplay transitions.

Besides the Peak cabinets, IGT will present its revolutionary features, including Cash Ching, as well as Portal Link & Portal Loot. The global gaming company will showcase its award-winning global solution, Prosperity Link to the Australian market. Visitors to the upcoming event will also be able to receive more information regarding IGT’s Boost It Up feature.

Besides the aforementioned solutions, the IGT Systems team will demonstrate the company’s digital wallet solutions. Last but not least, IGT vowed to also present its IGT ADVANTAGE CLUB system that provides efficiencies for gambling operators, complementing cashless gaming.

Recently, IGT posted strong Q2 2023 results, outlining $1.06 billion in total revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2023. When compared to the same period last year, the Q2 results marked a growth of 3%.

The Company Is Excited to Showcase Its Products

Dallas Orchard, IGT’s chief operating officer, gaming APAC, explained that the upcoming expo provides a unique chance for the company to showcase its “localized solutions that are designed to deliver peak player entertainment and help grow customer revenues in the ANZ market.” He spoke about the ongoing commitment of the company to deliver games that stand out with a localized approach and help operators in different regions continue to grow.

“We invite customers in our AGE booth to meet IGT’s local studio teams and engage with game concepts, experience game design ethos and explore what our studios have in store for future game development.“

Dallas Orchard, chief operating officer, gaming APAC at IGT

Speaking about the AGE, Orchard said that IGT will be excited to showcase its latest additions. He outlined that the upcoming event will serve as the launch of the company’s Peak cabinets, which have already seen significant success in other markets such as North America. Finally, Orchard said that the company is looking forward to presenting its innovative features and solutions and invited customers to meet IGT at its AGE booth.

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