LONDON, Feb. 1, 2021
/PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT)
announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Corporation
(hereinafter "IGT"), has signed a four-year contract extension with
the Kentucky Lottery Corporation to continue providing its iLottery
platform and mobile app, and add engaging new IGT PlayLottery
content to the Lottery's existing digital games portfolio.
IGT PlayDigital will install its PlayRGS (remote game server)
digital game delivery technology allowing the Lottery to expand its
portfolio of Instant Play games with new game features and
promotional capabilities. IGT will also add the Lottery's daily
Pick 3 and Pick 4 draw games to Kentucky's iLottery lineup, as well as IGT's
patented Cash Pop™ game. Cash Pop is IGT's exclusive draw-based
game that gives players the ability to strategize their wager and
create their own personalized experience every time they play.
"For more than 30 years, IGT has continuously helped
modernize the Kentucky Lottery's offerings to ensure they suit the
ever-changing player needs and market opportunities," said
Mary Harville, Kentucky Lottery
President and CEO. "When we first introduced iLottery games
with IGT in 2016, we offered three draw games and five instant play
games. Extending our contract with IGT allows us to grow our
portfolio to offer a total of eight draw games, including three new
ones to the digital space, and more than a hundred compelling
instant play games that will entertain players and contribute to
the Lottery's record-breaking annual sales growth."
"Now more than ever, lotteries are looking to evolve the
traditional lottery player experience through the introduction of
iLottery play, and IGT is excited to help the Kentucky Lottery
benefit from the evolution of its digital games
portfolio," said Enrico
Drago, IGT PlayDigital Senior Vice President. "The
Kentucky Lottery was at the forefront of this initiative, and we
look forward to bringing additional innovative draw games, like
Cash Pop, and engaging PlayLottery instant play themes to the
Lottery's players."
In addition to new games and the digital platform, IGT will
provide performance analytics to recommend and identify specific
opportunities for iLottery growth. IGT will also provide continued
system, software and marketing support for the iLottery
program.
The Kentucky Lottery has been a customer of IGT's since the
Lottery's inception in 1989. In 2016, IGT began providing its
PlayLottery products and solutions for the Lottery, and in early
2020, the Lottery executed a two-year iLottery extension with IGT.
The latest amendment extends IGT's contract for another four years
through July 2026. In addition to
iLottery, IGT provides the traditional draw-based lottery system
and retail lottery products, as well as operations, hotline, field
services and marketing support.
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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 11,000 employees. For more information,
please visit www.igt.com.
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