LONDON, April 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International
Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it
recently signed an agreement with Circa Sports LLC, a Nevada limited liability company ("Circa Sports")
to power the Circa Sports Colorado mobile sports betting app with
the IGT PlaySports platform. Earlier this year, Circa Sports
announced plans to launch its mobile app for Colorado in partnership with Century Casinos.
"We look forward to introducing patrons and sports fans in
Colorado to the excitement of
Vegas-style sports betting through the Circa Sports Colorado mobile
app," said Derek Stevens, CEO
Circa Sports. "IGT is the ideal partner for our sports
betting expansion. The IGT PlaySports platform continues to prove
its ability to support world-class sports betting operations across
the U.S., and I am confident it will enable us to quickly
differentiate Circa Sports in Colorado and beyond."
"Together with Circa Sports, IGT will expand its PlaySports
footprint into Colorado, another
U.S. state with compelling sports betting growth opportunities for
IGT and our customers," said Enrico
Drago, IGT PlayDigital Senior Vice President. "Circa
Sports is a forward-thinking sports betting provider and we look
forward to helping them realize their vision of entertaining users
with leading multi-state sports betting experiences through our
PlaySports technology and services."
IGT PlaySports is currently powering sports betting across 11
U.S. states and at venues ranging from commercial and tribal-run
casinos to lottery-run destinations and a high-profile
racetrack.
To learn why winners choose IGT PlaySports visit IGT.com.
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 12,000 employees. For more information,
please visit www.igt.com.
About Circa Sports
Helmed by casino owner
and Downtown Las Vegas developer
Derek Stevens, Circa | Sports is blazing a new trail in the
gaming industry by combining a customer-first approach to
business with a team of the country's top
oddsmakers. Circa | Sports boasts one of the most
competitive wagering menus and leads in future betting options.
Following the company's launch at Golden Gate Hotel &
Casino and the D Las Vegas, Circa
| Sports will open its multi-level,
stadium-style sportsbook at Circa Resort &
Casino in 2020.
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Contact:
Phil
O'Shaughnessy, Global Communications, toll free in
U.S./Canada +1 (844) IGT-7452;
outside U.S./Canada +1 (401)
392-7452
Francesco Luti, +39 3485475493; for
Italian media inquiries
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(401) 392-7190
Michelle Schenk, Global
Communications, +1 (702) 669-8177
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