LONDON, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- InternationalGame Technology PLC ('IGT') (NYSE: IGT) announced today that itsPlaySports platform is powering the recently launched FanDuelSportsbook mobile app in Michigan,the latest U.S. state to introduce regulated online sports bettingand iGaming. In addition, proven IGT PlayDigital PlayCasino gamessuch as Fortune Coin®, Cleopatra®, GameKing® and IGT Blackjack can now be enjoyed by onlineplayers throughout Michigan viaFanDuel Casino. These deployments complement the state-of-the-artFanDuel Sportsbook at MotorCity Casino in Detroit that opened in March 2020.
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'IGT's PlaySports technology and experienced team have helpedFanDuel Group continue to grow in the U.S. and maintain itsposition as America's #1 Sportsbook,' said Niall Connell, Senior Vice President, GeneralManager FanDuel Sportsbook. 'With the launch of FanDuelSportsbook app in Michigan, sportsfans throughout the State have added choice and convenience forwhen and where they engage with their favorite sports teams andonline casino games.'
'Aiding FanDuel Group's expansion in Michigan via our proven PlaySports platformand entertaining PlayCasino games that span slots, video poker andtable games is an exciting start to 2021 and another keyachievement in the IGT-FanDuel relationship,'said Enrico Drago, IGTPlayDigital Senior Vice President.'Michigan is projected to be one of the most livelysports betting and iGaming markets in the U.S. and our retail andmobile PlaySports technology and world-renowned PlayCasino gameswill enable FanDuel Group to scale its offering for theopportunities of today and the future.'
This PlaySports platform deployment in Michigan marks the ninth state where IGT andFanDuel Group have teamed up to deliver best-in-class mobile sportsbetting, the sixth state where the companies have partnered indelivering an omnichannel sports betting solution, and the thirdstate where IGT PlayDigital casino games are featured on FanDuelGroup-operated online casinos.
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The global leader, across all channels IGT is the world's leading end-to-end gaming company with a strong presence across Australia and New Zealand. IGT’s integrated portfolio of technology, products, and services, including its best-in-class content, is shaping the future of the gaming industry by delivering the innovation that players want. 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.
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IGT (NYSE:IGT) is the global leader ingaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiencesfor players across all channels and regulated segments, from GamingMachines and Lotteries to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging awealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation,player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edgetechnology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences thatengage players and drive growth. We have a well-established localpresence and relationships with governments and regulators in morethan 100 countries around the world, and create value by adheringto 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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