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- IGT Signs Agreement with University of Iceland Lottery
- SKY POKER TEAM UP WITH GUINNESS WORLD RECORD HOLDER BRYAN ‘THE CARDSTACKER’ BERG TO BUILD BRITISH LANDMARK OUT OF PLAYING CARDS
- SPIELO INTERNATIONAL CANADA RECEIVES ILLINOIS VIDEO GAMING TERMINAL (VGT) MANUFACTURER LICENSE
- AMERICAN GAMING SYSTEMS GRANTED ILLINOIS VIDEO GAMING TERMINAL (VGT) AND RIVERBOAT LICENSES
- Gaming Laboratories International Adds Four Members To U.S. Development Staff
- UK GAMBLING COMMISSION E-BULLETIN
- Cantor Gaming Gains Final Licensing Approval for Sports Wagering at Palms Casino Resort
- Zukido partners with Hattrick to launch PSK Online in Croatia
- PRIMA NETWORKS LIMITED POWERED BY MICROGAMING ANNOUNCES CASINO DEAL WITH MEDIA PROVIDING
- Everyone’s a Winner on a Fantastic Day
| IGT Signs Agreement with University of Iceland Lottery Posted: 27 Jan 2012 10:36 AM PST
“This agreement is a testament to IGT’s unwavering customer commitment," said Craig Churchill, IGT senior vice president International. "By continuing to offer a streamlined, integrated, innovative games and systems solution, IGT will help University of Iceland Lottery provide a cutting-edge player experience.” UIL's partnership with IGT began in December 1993 when UIL received its authorization to operate Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) for revenue expansion purposes for the University system. Currently, UIL utilizes the IGT Casinolink® and EZ Pay® systems and operates 500 IGT gaming terminals, mainly installed in bars, taverns and arcades all over Iceland. "University of Iceland Lottery management is thrilled to continue our long-term relationship with IGT, which enables us to deliver engaging content and exciting gaming experiences to our patrons,” said Bryndis Hrafnkelsdottir, Chief Executive Officer, UIL. UIL exclusively operates IGT gaming terminals, 500 total, located in approximately 35 locations. The 230 new G MLD® terminals will replace existing IGT Trimline machines. About UIL In 1933 the Icelandic parliament (Althingi) granted the University of Iceland monopoly right to run a lottery in Iceland with monetary based prizes. About IGT International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of gaming machines and systems products, as well as online and mobile gaming solutions for regulated markets. More information about IGT is available at www.IGT.com, or follow IGT on Twitter at @IGTNews or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/IGT.
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| Posted: 27 Jan 2012 10:33 AM PST
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The extraordinary event will take place in Aspers Casino Westfield Stratford City from February 15 – 27 2012, a stone's throw from the grand Olympic site, where the rebuilding process will be carefully monitored. The Cardstacker Challenge comprises of three stages:
The big part of any true freestanding card build is the destructive knockdown! It will be taken down with a twist and streamed live on Facebook. Visit the Sky Poker Facebook Page to vote for which British landmark Cardstacker Bryan Berg should recreate Guests age 18 and over are invited to see Bryan Berg building live daily at Aspers Casino Westfield Stratford City, 312 The Loft, Montfichet Road, Olympic Park, London.
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| SPIELO INTERNATIONAL CANADA RECEIVES ILLINOIS VIDEO GAMING TERMINAL (VGT) MANUFACTURER LICENSE Posted: 27 Jan 2012 10:26 AM PST
This manufacturer license means that SPIELO International Canada isapproved to provide its products and services to the new Illinois VideoGaming Terminal (VGT) market. SPIELO International Canada will be providing the player-tested prodiGiVu™ and Vu Slant™ terminals, as well as a suite of proven and compellingpoker and line games, to VGT operators through its distribution agreementwith American Gaming & Electronics, Inc (AG&E). SPIELO InternationalCanada and AG&E expect to begin selling VGTs and related games in thestate once the Illinois Gaming Board grants VGT operator licenses. SPIELO International Canada has more than 20 years' experience providingVGT hardware, software, and systems in distributed bar and restaurantroute markets."We're pleased that SPIELO International Canada has been approved to offerits products to the Illinois market. In similar operator-based markets, suchas South Dakota and Montana, our games and terminals are top performers. In Oregon, which is very similar to Illinois in regards to locations andmaximum machine requirements, our prodiGi Vu™ VGT continues to be thetop-performing terminal," said Walter Bugno, President and CEO ofLottomatica Group's SPIELO International Gaming Division, whichincludes SPIELO International Canada."Based on our extensive experience and results-driven track record, we'reconfident that we can provide Illinois operators with the same exceptionalresults." SPIELO International Canada is a 100 percent-owned subsidiary of Lottomatica Group S.p.A., a market leader inthe Italian gaming industry, one of the largest lottery operators in the world based on total wagers, and a leadingprovider of lottery and gaming technology solutions worldwide. SPIELO International Canada is also an affiliate ofGTECH Corporation, a leading gaming technology and services company. SPIELO International Canada ULC is a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of top-performinggames, cabinets, central systems and associated software for legal gaming markets around the world. It belongs to Lottomatica Group's SPIELO International gaming division, which offers a complete range of end-to-end gamingproducts for diverse gaming segments, including distributed government-sponsored markets, commercial casinomarkets and amusement with prize markets. The SPIELO International gaming division serves more than 1,500customers on five continents, has shipped more than 200,000 gaming machines worldwide, and holds more than300 gaming licenses. These licenses allow the division to sell machines to customers in 25 U.S. states, including Nevada, as well as to 142 tribes.SPIELO International Canada is a platinum   |
| AMERICAN GAMING SYSTEMS GRANTED ILLINOIS VIDEO GAMING TERMINAL (VGT) AND RIVERBOAT LICENSES Posted: 27 Jan 2012 10:19 AM PST LAS VEGAS American Gaming Systems (AGS), a leading designer, manufacturer and operator of gaming machines with more than 7,300 installed gaming machines, announced today that:
"The issuance of both the VGT and Riverboat licenses in Illinois is another critical milestone in our plan to move AGS into the forefront of the gaming industry. We are extremely excited about entering this new market with our state-of-the-art RoadrunnerTM platform" stated Bob Miodunski, AGS' President and CEO. "Dr. Olaf Vancura, and his game development team, have worked tirelessly to build and refine an amazing product that will offer Illinois operators an incredibly flexible and profitable solution." Upon receiving all the appropriate regulatory approvals, AGS's Video Gaming Terminals will be powered by its revolutionary new Roadrunner platform. With its proprietary 3-D graphics engine, that features an accelerated video frame refresh rate, Roadrunner produces crystal-clear graphics and superior game-play features for all players. Additionally, with Roadrunner's multi-game capability, offering up to 24 multi-line video, video poker and specialty games per terminal, combined with its proprietary Route Management System (RMS), dynamic bonusing features and unique peripheral equipment, AGS offers Illinois operators a one-of-a-kind solution. With roots in the gaming industry dating back to 1996, AGS' current portfolio of products includes Class III and Class II machines, Class III and Class II server-based gaming and wide-area progressives. Privately held, AGS is a leading designer and manufacturer of Class II gaming machines for the Native American gaming market with an emerging presence in a broad range of commercial markets in the United States. AGS has sales, service, development or management locations in Nevada, Illinois, Oklahoma and Canada. To learn more about AGS, please visit us at www.americangamingsystems.com.
Cautionary Language This press release contains forward-looking statements based on management's current expectations and projections, which are intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words “believe”, “will”, “expect”, “continue”, “intend”, “plan”, “seek”, “estimate”, project”, “may”, or the negative or other variations thereof or comparable terminology as they relate to AGS and its products, plans, and markets are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and projections of future events.
These forward-looking statements reflect the current views, models, and assumptions of AGS, and are subject to various risks and uncertainties that cannot be predicted or qualified and could cause actual results in AGS' performance to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the ability of AGS to maintain strategic alliances, unit placements or installations, grow revenue, garner new market share, secure new licenses in new jurisdictions, successfully develop or place proprietary product, comply with regulations, or have its games approved by relevant jurisdictions. All forward-looking statements made herein are qualified by these cautionary statements and there can be no assurance that the actual results, events or developments referenced herein will occur or be realized. Readers are cautioned that all forward-looking statements speak only to the facts and circumstances present as of the date of this press release. AGS expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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| Gaming Laboratories International Adds Four Members To U.S. Development Staff Posted: 27 Jan 2012 10:17 AM PST LAS VEGAS (January 23, 2012) – Gaming Laboratories International, the world's leading technical consulting and independent certification laboratory, has added four more staff members to its professional development team. Joining the GLI team are Melissa Aarskaug, Jason Krause, Teri LeBaron and Lauren Roberts-York, each of whom bring a level of expertise and personal service that will serve GLI's regulatory and supplier clients extremely well. "Gaming is evolving rapidly as new technologies advance and jurisdictions are accepting more modern and efficient means of delivering gaming content. That evolution and increasing demand for GLI's services and expertise led us to expand our staff to accommodate demand," GLI General Counsel and Senior Director of Government Relations and Development Kevin Mullally said. "Our focus was to find energetic, accomplished professionals with technical backgrounds, and we have found those attributes in Melissa, Jason, Teri and Lauren." Melissa Aarskaug has combined a background of engineering and customer service experience. Jason Krause and Teri LeBaron come to GLI most recently from Bally Technologies, where they worked in product management and development. Lauren Roberts-York was promoted to the position from her previous customer service position at GLI. All four team members will be based in GLI's Las Vegas laboratory location. For more than 20 years, Gaming Laboratories International, LLC has been the world leader in providing independent testing, inspection and certification services to the gaming, wagering and lottery industry. GLI also offers independent network and information security assessments to its regulatory, lottery and supplier clients. With 20 laboratory locations located across Africa, Asia, Australia, the Caribbean, Europe, North America and South America, GLI is the only global organization of its kind to hold U.S. and international accreditations for compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, 17020 and guide 65 standards for technical competence in the gaming, wagering and lottery industries. For more information, visit www.gaminglabs.com.
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| UK GAMBLING COMMISSION E-BULLETIN Posted: 27 Jan 2012 10:14 AM PST 27 January 2012 Welcome to the fortnightly email bulletin from the Gambling Commission (the Commission). In this edition: 1. Latest survey data on gambling participation 2. Annual research on perception of gambling 3. Commission meets industry at ICE and EAG trade shows 4. DCMS publishes consultations on potential legislative reform orders 5. New Director of Finance at the Commission 6. Other news 1. Latest survey data on gambling participation and perception The Commission as published the latest survey data on gambling participation for the last quarter to December 2011. 2. Annual research on perception of gambling The Commission has published the annual survey data on public perceptions of gambling. 3. Commission meets industry at ICE and EAG trade shows The Commission was available to meet the industry face to face at this week's trade shows at both Earls Court and ExCel exhibition centres. Both stands were busy with lots of queries regarding licensing and compliance with which we were happy to help. Chairman Philip Graf welcomed fellow regulators from around the world and Director of Regulation Nick Tofiluk addressed the World Regulatory Briefing audience. 4. DCMS publishes consultations on potential legislative reform orders The first proposes to correct the unintentional oversight with regard to siting gaming machines in airside areas. The second creates an exemption under section 55 of the Gambling Act 2005, allowing the employment of children and young persons in non-gambling roles on tracks (such as racecourses) which hold a betting premises licence. This was the original policy intention. 5. New Director of Finance at the Commission Tracey Martin has started in her position as Director of Finance. Tracey’s role is to ensure financial probity of the Commission’s finances and underpinning strategy ensuring sustainability. 6. Other news LOCOG brand protection guidelines for betting operators The London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) has published its Brand Protection Guidelines for Betting Operators . The Guidelines supplement LOCOG's existing brand protection guidance; for more information about brand protection in respect of the London 2012 Games see www.london2012.com/brandprotection . Harrow bookies sign up to Betwatch scheme If your colleagues would like to subscribe to this newsletter, please register here .
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| Cantor Gaming Gains Final Licensing Approval for Sports Wagering at Palms Casino Resort Posted: 27 Jan 2012 08:34 AM PST
Cantor Gaming has committed to building a new race and sports book at Palms that offers sports betting fans the latest in technological advancements and convenience, including mobile sports wagering and a proprietary wireless gaming system. Construction will commence in April and is expected to be completed in time for the 2012 NFL season. During the interim period Cantor Gaming will operate an ancillary sports-only book near the Mint High Limit Lounge located on Palms’ main floor. “We are delighted to have received regulatory approval quickly, enabling us to operate at Palms in time for March Madness, which is an exciting period for sports betting patrons,” said Lee M. Amaitis, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cantor Gaming. He continued: “We look forward to working with Palms and unveiling a spectacular new sports book later this year which offers sports betting fans a luxury, first class betting experience.” About Cantor Gaming At Cantor Gaming, we have built upon Cantor Fitzgerald’s legacy of integrity and excellence and its unmatched financial technology to create an innovative and unique gaming system that we believe is revolutionizing the gaming experience in Las Vegas. Cantor Gaming is the first company licensed by the Nevada Gaming Commission to manufacture, distribute and operate a mobile gaming system in the state. We provide casinos with a complete mobile gaming solution, including a proprietary wireless gaming system, full back-office infrastructure and a portfolio of casino games. We are passionate about applying technology to transform gaming and we are continuously using innovations in the operation of our race and sports books, and enhancing our products and technology, to offer customers a unique and memorable gaming experience. Cantor Gaming is an affiliate of the global financial services firm Cantor Fitzgerald, which has over 65 years experience and unparalleled expertise of highly secure, real-time financial transaction processing, management, and execution. Known globally for superior financial technology and real-time and secure execution of financial transactions, Cantor’s clients include the world’s leading banks and trading firms. Cantor’s technology drives over $500 billion in transactions for the world’s capital markets every day. About Palms Casino Resort Palms Casino Resort, heralded as one of Las Vegas’ hippest resorts, is an all-encompassing, one-stop destination. The boutique property boasts three distinct towers and a diverse mix of bars and restaurants across a 95,000-square-foot casino. Amenities include the legendary Playboy Club; Ghostbar; Rain Nightclub; The Pearl Concert Theater; Moon Nightclub; N9NE Steakhouse; Nove Italiano; Little Buddha; Simon Restaurant & Lounge; The Palms Pool & Bungalows; Palms Spa and AMP Salon; Drift Spa & Hammam; Brenden Theatres, a 14-theatre Cineplex; the Fantasy Suites, including the Hardwood Suite, the only hotel room in the world with its own basketball court; and over 60,000 square-feet of meeting space. The Palms has played host to MTV’s Video Music Awards, Real World: Las Vegas and Bravo’s Celebrity Poker Showdown, and E!’s Girls Next Door features the resort on a regular basis. Palms Casino Resort is located just west of the Las Vegas Strip and I-15 on Flamingo Road. For reservation information, call toll free at (866) PALMS-RES, (866) 725-6773, or visit www.palms.com. For groups of 15 rooms or more, contact the Sales Department at (866) PALMS-MTG or (866) 725-6768.
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| Zukido partners with Hattrick to launch PSK Online in Croatia Posted: 27 Jan 2012 08:32 AM PST Zukido, the e-gaming and sports betting specialist, partnered with Hattrick to launch a new website for Croatian operator PSK, one of Hattrick's local brands. Zukido specialise in adding value add to a sports betting operator, and in this case provided product consultancy, design and development services for the Croatian based bookmaker. The new online presence for the bookmaking group is a multilingual, rebrandable solution which will allow Hattrick to easily enter other countries and markets. The solution is localised for the Balkan market across many sports and also features lottery, live statistics and results, as well as supporting simple and system bet types. The new site gives punters a single account across online and retail allowing them to create complex bets that are placed in the Hattrick retail estate whilst recording the shop bets against their online account. The deal between Zukido and Hattrick is the first phase of the partnership with more products to come. David Sargeant, Commercial Director at Zukido said of the deal “It’s great to have an innovative technology-enabled bookmaker like Hattrick choose Zukido for their new web solution. We believe this product will really shake up the Croatian market”. Barry Rudolph, Interim CEO at Hattrick, commented “Zukido have added many complimentary services to our internal development team, and together we are excited to be launching the first of some great new products in Croatia and beyond".
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| PRIMA NETWORKS LIMITED POWERED BY MICROGAMING ANNOUNCES CASINO DEAL WITH MEDIA PROVIDING Posted: 27 Jan 2012 08:31 AM PST ITALY – Prima Networks Limited (www.primanetworks.eu) (PNL), powered by Microgaming, has signed a deal with Media Providing S.r.l who will be using their QuickFire casino software. Media Providing is a Milan-based gaming service provider that has traditionally focused mainly on fixed odds betting, horse betting, poker skill games, instant lottery, bingo and betting contests. QuickFire powered by Microgaming offers a fast integration process, meaning that the time to launch the casino services through Media Providing will be short. Its innovative solutions and award-winning technology will also be accessible via mobile internet, offering greater ease for players. Loraine Schoevers, Director of Prima Networks Limited, said: "The industry leading software that we offer through our QuickFire service will for the first time be available through Media Providing. We are thrilled to have completed this deal and look forward to working closely in order to offer even greater gaming experiences as our products continue to develop. Alessio Bariletti of Media Providing said: "We are thrilled to be using Prima Networks Limited's Casino offering. We feel that its first-rate product gives us a competitive boost in the online casino landscape."
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| Everyone’s a Winner on a Fantastic Day Posted: 27 Jan 2012 08:29 AM PST Mecca Bingo is today launching its biggest promotion, Everyone's A Winner, offering all eligible existing and new customers a gift whether they play online, in clubs or on mobile. Running from 25th January to 29th February, online customers can claim a free gift every day by spending just £1. Gifts range from televisions to laptops to iPad 2s in addition to cash bonuses ranging from 50 pence to £10. Customers can also qualify for the promotion through their mobile phones. From 2nd March the promotion switches to the land-based clubs. Customers will be contacted via a direct mailer with details on how they can claim a free gift from their local club. Bridging the online and in-club promotion will be a Facebook competition comprising a fruit machine that generates one prize for each fan. Gifts will include desirable gadgets such as iPods. The promotion then culminates with a £100,000 bingo jackpot night, split between clubs and online. Phil Gates, Marketing Director for Mecca's digital division, Rank Interactive, comments: "This is our biggest campaign to date and the first time we've created a promotion across all three channels – online, mobile and clubs. The multi-media approach, led by TV, will deliver tightly forecast commercial results which will get our Mecca brand off to a flying start for 2012." The promotion will be supported by a new CGI based TV advert which launches on air on 25th January on all commercial terrestrial and some satellite channels. Featuring the popular 80s track "Fantastic Day" by Haircut 100, the advert focuses on the fun impact that playing with Mecca can have on your day. To view the advert, simply click on the following link:
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