Latest Global Gambling Guidance Group endorsement fulfills
IGT's responsible gaming certifications across lottery, gaming,
digital and sports betting
LONDON, April 26,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology
PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it has become the
first U.S. supplier in the gaming industry to receive Global
Gambling Guidance Group (G4) responsible gaming accreditation for
its sports betting operations. With this monumental achievement
from G4, IGT is certified in responsible gaming across its four
product segments encompassing lottery, gaming, digital and
betting.
"IGT's proactive approach to responsible gaming and achieving
prestigious G4 certifications sets the pace for the entire industry
to go above and beyond what state regulation mandates when it comes
to player protection," said Joe Asher, IGT President of Sports Betting.
"As sports betting continues its expansion across the U.S., IGT
is actively demonstrating that it is now more important than ever
to exercise strong responsible gaming support. We are honored to be
the first industry supplier to achieve sports betting responsible
gaming accreditation and we look forward to working with our
customers to implement our best-in-class solutions for their
players."
"G4 applauds IGT for making responsible gaming a top priority
across all of its business verticals,"
said Pieter Remmers,
Chairman of the G4 Board of Directors. "G4 appreciates
having IGT as an accredited member and glad to see the company
continue leading the gaming industry with its responsible gaming
initiatives."
G4 aims to minimize the impact of problem gaming by promoting a
worldwide accreditation program for the remote and e-gambling
industry and operators. This certification ensures that IGT has a
responsible gaming code of practice that includes, but is not
limited to the following:
- Corporate practices that are born from a strong management
commitment to responsible gaming;
- Practices and policies that support a responsible gaming
framework;
- Player protection information;
- An advertising and marketing code of principles for responsible
gaming;
- Employee training and support on responsible gaming
policies;
- Player protection tools such a player-led time and money
limits, self-exclusion and age verification; and
- Third-party research and its application for improving
responsible gaming tools and approaches.
IGT received G4 responsible gaming certification for its gaming
operations in 2017 and its digital solutions in 2019. Additionally,
IGT's lottery and iLottery businesses are certified by the World
Lottery Association (WLA) for WLA's Corporate Social Responsibility
Standards and Responsible Gaming Framework for Suppliers.
For more information about IGT's responsible gaming program and
IGT PlaySports, visit IGT.com, download the responsible gaming
brochure or follow us on LinkedIn and IGT PlaySports
LinkedIn.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver
entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across
all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming
Machines 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 10,500 employees. For more information, please
visit www.igt.com.
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 06 5189 9184;
for Italian media inquiries
James Hurley, Investor Relations, +1
(401) 392-7190
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