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LONDON, Feb. 13, 2023/ PRNewswire/ - International Game Technology PLC (" IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that the Company expanded its sports betting footprint in Nevada via a multi-year PlaySports technology contract with veteran sports wagering operator, Betfred.
Under the regards to the agreement, Betfred is leveraging IGT PlaySports technology to power retail and mobile sports wagering at the Mohegan Sun Sportsbook inside Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of Curio Collection by Hilton. This contract underpins the first IGT-powered Betfred sportsbook in the U.S. and Betfred's entry into the Nevada wagering market.
" IGT PlaySports' impressive credibility and impact in the U.S. sports betting market, paired with their capability to browse intricate regulative environments, provide Betfred supreme confidence in our option to partner with IGT in Nevada," said Bryan Bennett, COO of Betfred USA Sports. "IGT PlaySports' experienced, in-market team and proven innovation will allow Betfred to scale our operation in parallel with market opportunities and to establish a competitive and engaging wagering experience in the most interesting video gaming location worldwide."
" I went to the current Gaming Control Board hearing to see Fred Done in person. He is a legend in bookmaking and Betfred is among the most legendary brands in the sports betting industry. It's an honor to deal with Fred's group in the U.S. as they present the Betfred item in Nevada," said Joe Asher, IGT President of Sports Betting. "IGT PlaySports eagerly anticipates applying our vast experience in Nevada and beyond to assist Betfred create an effective sportsbook that will attract regional sports fans and visitors alike."
Betfred will initially present retail betting, then seek to follow-up with a mobile launch in the future. IGT is powering sports wagering at more than 80 gaming places across the U.S. and Canada. To learn more visit igt.com/playsports or follow us on LinkedIn.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE: IGT) is a worldwide leader in video gaming. We provide amusing and accountable gaming experiences for players throughout all channels and regulated sections, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in development, gamer insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge innovation, our services provide unequaled video gaming experiences that engage players and drive development. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with federal governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the globe, and produce worth by sticking to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has roughly 10,500 workers. To learn more, please go to www.igt.com.
About Betfred USA SPORTS
Betfred USA Sports is the completely owned U.S. subsidiary of Betfred Group, a Warrington, United Kingdom-based bookie that owns and operates over 1,400 in the UK along with industry-leading online and mobile items in the UK and South Africa. Betfred Group, founded by brothers Fred and Peter Done in 1967, created Las Vegas-based Betfred USA Sports in 2019 to get in the robust and ever-expanding U.S. sports wagering market. Betfred USA Sports is accredited in Iowa, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Louisiana, Arizona, Washington, Maryland, Virginia, Ohio and Nevada.