LONDON and LAS VEGAS, Sept. 5,
2017 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC
("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) and Scientific Games Corporation ("Scientific
Games") (NASDAQ: SGMS), holders of the two largest slot game
feature patent portfolios in North
America, today announced that they had signed a patent
cross-licensing agreement. Under the agreement, Scientific Games
and IGT will be able to offer games using patented game features
from each other's portfolios, as well as those of other members of
the IGT slot game features pool. Financial terms of the agreement
have not been disclosed.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is the global leader in
gaming. We enable players to experience their favorite games across
all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and
Lotteries to Interactive and Social Gaming. Leveraging a wealth of
premium content, substantial investment in innovation, in-depth
customer intelligence, operational expertise and leading-edge
technology, our gaming solutions anticipate the demands of
consumers wherever they decide to play. 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 over 12,000 employees. For more
information, please visit www.igt.com.
About Scientific Games
Scientific Games Corporation
(NASDAQ: SGMS) is the global leader in technology-based gaming
systems, table games, table products and instant ticket games and a
leader in products, services and content for gaming, lottery and
interactive markets. Scientific Games delivers what customers and
players value most: trusted security, creative content, operating
efficiencies and innovative technology. Today, we offer customers a
fully integrated portfolio of technology platforms, robust systems,
engaging content and unrivaled professional services. For more
information, please visit www.scientificgames.com.
IGT Contacts:
Robert K.
Vincent, Corporate Communications, toll free in
U.S./Canada (844) IGT-7452;
outside U.S./Canada (401)
392-7452
Phil O'Shaughnessy, Global
Communications, Gaming (702) 669-2975
Simone Cantagallo, (+39) 06
51899030; for Italian media inquiries
James Hurley, Investor Relations,
(401) 392-7190
Scientific Games Contacts:
Susan Cartwright, Corporate Communications,
(702) 532-7981
Bill Pfund, Investor Relations,
(702) 532-7663
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