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IGT Partners with Betfred in Nevada

Published on: 16/02/2023

The well-established lottery operator IGT is expanding its presence in the US betting capital of Nevada via a brand-new sports betting partnership with Betfred. Thanks to the multi-year agreement, Betfred will be making use of IGT’s PlaySports technology to power both its mobile and retail sports betting products located at the Mohegan Sun Sportsbook inside Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.

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IGT is deepening its presence in the world-renowned betting capital of Nevada thanks to a brand-new sports betting partnership with Betfred. ?KevinSchmid/Pixabay

Agreement Relegated to Retail Betting Sphere at First; Mobile Offering to Follow Soon After

Expect to see more of International Game Technology (IGT) presence if you’re in Nevada, thanks to a brand-new sports betting partnership between the major lottery operator and sports betting provider Betfred.

As a result of the multi-year agreement, Betfred will be making use of IGT’s PlaySports technology to power both its mobile and retail sports betting offerings which are currently situated at the Mohegan Sun Sportsbook inside Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.

As of writing, Betfred plans to begin with launching its retail betting solution first. Fans of mobile betting – worry not. Betfred revealed that it does indeed have plans to roll out its mobile fixture at a later date. This partnership symbolizes the very first IGT-powered Betfred sportsbook currently active in the United States.

Betfred Praised IGT’s PlaySports Betting Solution Technology

Speaking on the matter, Bryan Bennett, chief operating officer (COO) of Betfred USA Sports, praised IGT’s technological and regulatory experience, lending Betfred some much-needed confidence in Nevada:

“IGT PlaySports’ remarkable reputation and influence in the US sports betting market, coupled with their ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, give Betfred supreme confidence in our choice to partner with IGT in Nevada.”Bryan Bennett, Chief Operating Officer (COO), Betfred USA Sports, Press Release

Bennett continued hailing IGT’s technological solution as a driving reason behind entering the partnership in the first place:

“IGT PlaySports’ experienced, in-market team and proven technology will enable Betfred to scale our operation in parallel with market opportunities, and to establish a competitive and engaging betting experience in the most exciting gaming destination in the world.”

Meanwhile, Joe Asher, who is the president of sports betting over at International Game Technology (IGT), claimed the company was greatly looking forward to integrating its technology with Betfred’s sportsbook:

“IGT PlaySports looks forward to applying our vast experience in Nevada and beyond to help Betfred create a successful sportsbook that will appeal to local sports fans and visitors alike.”Joe Asher, President of Sports Betting, International Game Technology (IGT), Press Release

IGT Was Named Lottery Supplier of the Year in August 2022

A nice piece of news for International Game Technology (IGT) arrived in August 2022, when it received the coveted title of Lottery Supplier of the Year at the 2022 SBC Awards North America.

The award show took place in New York City, New York, with the award praising the company’s leading position in the global gaming industry in particular. IGT Chief Operating Officer of Global Lottery, Jay Gendron, stressed this very leading role in a shared statement, reinforcing the organization’s loyalty to its many clients and customers:

“As the leader in global lottery for more than 40 years, winning ‘Lottery Supplier of the Year’ is a testament to IGT’s pioneering values and commitment to providing best-in-class solutions that drive sales growth for our customers while maximizing contributions to good causes.”Jay Gendron, Chief Operating Officer of Global Lottery, International Game Technology (IGT), Press Release

Gendron continued by highlighting the efforts of IGT’s dedicated workers, whose hard work ensures the company can continue to cater to its large player base:

“Our employees remain dedicated to furthering innovation at IGT as more lotteries are seeking iLottery solutions to enhance gameplay options and deliver the most engaging content to their players.”

IGT Prolonged its Contract with Rhode Island Lottery by 20 Years in March 2022

All the way back in March 2021, International Game Technology (IGT) announced that it would be extending its contract with the Rhode Island Lottery by 20 years, remaining the state lottery’s exclusive supplier in the process.

IGT’s Global Solutions Corporation subsidiary is specifically the one active in Rhode Island, and will therefore keep providing its solutions and services over the duration of the deal – all while maintaining 1,100 jobs in the state in the process.

Jay Gendron marked the occasion by reminding observers that the Rhode Island Lottery was, as a matter of fact, IGT’s very first customer:

“IGT’s history is rooted in Rhode Island as the company is one if its most successful high-tech startups, with the Rhode Island Lottery being our very first customer. IGT’s good jobs and great people are the foundation of our success and one of the reasons why we have been able to support the Lottery in its continued evolution throughout our decades-long partnership. Over the next 20 years, we are committed to delivering unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive maximum growth for Rhode Island’s third-largest revenue stream.”

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