International Game Technology (IGT) has collaborated with Scientific Games Corporation (SG) for the signing of a cross-licensing agreement for patents related to cashless slot gaming technologies.
Under the terms of the agreement, both groups will be able to offer patented cashless gaming technologies from their combined portfolios of casino management systems solutions to the US gaming industry.
Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO Global Gaming, commented: “This cross-licensing agreement provides casino operators access to the gaming industry’s most compelling portfolio of cashless gaming technologies. We have made significant R&D investments over many years to develop this comprehensive suite of intellectual property in the cashless space.
“It makes revolutionary improvements to the player experience and represents the greatest advancement in cashless payments since the introduction of ticket-in, ticket-out (TITO). Cashless gaming is here to stay, and this strong portfolio of cashless IP can help casino operators ensure the safety of players by reducing cash handling and points of contact with slot games, while considerably improving casino operating efficiencies.”
The link will also enable operators to unlock what the two parties describe as ‘the industry’s most compelling portfolio of cashless gaming technologies’. By combining the strongest features of each company’s cashless gaming patent portfolio, IGT and SG are providing a solution for the gaming industry to quickly increase the adoption of cashless technology.
Matt Wilson, CEO, Gaming Business Unit SG, added: “At Scientific Games, we continue to find ways to extend the benefits of our innovative cashless technology. This new program allows SG and IGT to combine our leading IP for the benefit of our customers, and our industry.
“Consumers are increasingly comfortable using cashless technology, and they will continue to expect this option to be available on the floor. We’re excited to partner with IGT to make it easier for operators to deliver for their players.”
