LONDON, Oct. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International
Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that the
Company is leading the evolution of casino operations with its
Resort Wallet™ cashless solution at the newly reopened Resorts
World Catskills Casino and Resort ("Resorts World Catskills") in
Monticello, N.Y., a subsidiary of
the Genting Group. Resort Wallet gives Resorts World Catskills
patrons the option of a contactless, safe, and effortless cashless
gaming experience. Players can use their physical Resorts World
Catskills Players Club card to load cash into a secure digital
wallet from either the casino cashier or any slot machine, and
access those funds from any slot machine.
"Today's casino guests are seeking a unique combination of
gaming excitement, luxury, convenience, and safety. IGT's Resort
Wallet solution will help to ensure that Resorts World Catskills
delivers every aspect of its brand promise," said
Bob DeSalvio, President of
Genting Americas East. "IGT's Resort Wallet cashless gaming
solution positions Resorts World Catskills as an innovative
technology leader, and keeps safety at the forefront of our
operations."
"IGT's Resort Wallet solution gives Resorts World Catskills
the early adopter advantage among commercial casinos in the state
of New York with the debut of
cashless gaming at their property," said Ryan Reddy, IGT Vice President, Global Systems
and Payments Products. "Because Resorts World Catskills
operates with the latest version of our IGT ADVANTAGE casino
management system, a quick and simple remote installation has
enabled the casino to benefit from the increased liquidity,
efficiencies, player convenience and safety that are only possible
with cashless gaming."
The Resort Wallet solution, part of the award-winning IGT
ADVANTAGE® systems Player Experience Product Suite, is
available as a turnkey, add-on module for IGT ADVANTAGE casino
management system customers who want to give players a cashless
wagering option.
Players can benefit from the safety of minimizing cash handling
and the convenience of accessing funds anytime. In addition, Resort
Wallet minimizes line-ups at kiosks and the cashier to encourage
social distancing. The solution also generates greater operational
efficiencies by reducing cash handling costs and associated safety
and security risks. Cashless play also lessens machine maintenance
and results in fewer cash handling errors.
For more information, visit IGT.com, or go to Facebook at
facebook.com/IGT, follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/IGTnews, or
watch IGT videos on YouTube at youtube.com/igt.
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.
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O'Shaughnessy, Global Communications, toll free in
U.S./Canada +1 (844) IGT-7452;
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