International Game Technology: IGT Propels Sports Betting and iGaming Leadership with Big Wins at 2021 SBC Awards in North America
PRESS RELEASE
IGT propels the leadership in sports betting and iGaming
with big wins at the 2021 SBC Awards in North America
12/09/2021
IGT’s PlaySports Platform, Powerbucks Slots and Sports Betting Chairman Joe Asher Honored at Preeminent Digital Conference
and betting-focused trade show in the United States
LONDON – December 9, 2021 – International Game Technology PLC (“IGT”) (NYSE: IGT) today announced that its
The PlayDigital organization strengthened its leadership in the rapidly growing iGaming and sports betting sectors by winning
two awards honored at the SBC Awards North America 2021 last week in New York. IGT has been named a “Platform
Supplier of the year “for its widespread deployment of the PlaySports â„¢ platform and its position as a B2B leader
sports betting provider in the United States, and received the “Land-Based Betting & Gaming Product” award for its
Innovative omnichannel progressive gaming solution across Canada for Canada, Powerbucks â„¢ slots.
In its inaugural year, the 2021 SBC Awards North America were held in conjunction with the 2021 SBC Summit North
America and recognized the achievements of operators, a
sports betting disciplines, including payments, marketing, platform providers and data.
“Winner” Platform Supplier of the Year “and” Betting and Land Gaming Product “at the 2021 SBC Awards North
America talks about digital strength and IGT betting o
said Enrico Drago, CEO of IGT Digital & Betting. “As the digital revolution continues around the world, omnichannel games
such as IGT’s Powerbucks slots and our highly versatile PlaySports platform will only increase in terms of customer base
demand and relevance. I would like to thank the talented members of the PlayDigital organization team who keep
IGT and our customers at the forefront of digital entertainment and betting. ”
IGT’s CrystalFlex â„¢ VIP terminal for the company’s popular slots games, keno and sports content took silver in the
Category “Industrial innovation of the year”.
Earlier in the week, IGT Sports Betting President Joe Asher was also honored at the trade show with an induction
to the Sports Betting Hall of Fame. Asher joined IGT in October 2021 after a decorated career in gaming that
includes over nine years as CEO of William Hill US and executive roles at multiple racetracks
including Brandywine Raceway, Dover Downs, Harrington Raceway and Foxboro Raceway.
IGT PlaySports powers sports betting on over 60 gaming sites in 21 US states. IGT Powerbucks
was the world
To learn more about IGT PlaySports, visit igt.com/PlaySports or follow LinkedIn. To learn more about
Powerbucks and other PlayCasino solutions, visit IGT.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the world’s leading gaming company. We provide fun and responsible gaming experiences for
players in all regulated channels and segments, from gaming machines and lotteries to sports betting and
Digital. Leverage a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player information, operations
Cutting-edge technology and expertise, our solutions deliver unparalleled gaming experiences that engage gamers
and stimulate 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 accountability. IGT has approximately 11,000 employees. For more information, please visit
www.igt.com.
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