International Game Technology (IGT) has expanded its footprint in Nevada and Colorado with the launch of new retail and mobile sportsbooks for Monarch Casino & Resort.
IGT PlaySports’ platform and trading advisory services is now powering sports betting at Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno (Nevada) and Monarch Casino Resort Spa in Black Hawk (Colorado), with mobile sportsbooks launched under the Atlantis NV Sports and BetMonarch brands.
“We’re excited to introduce Atlantis and Monarch Black Hawk patrons to elevated sports betting entertainment via our new IGT PlaySports-powered retail and mobile sportsbooks,” said Steve Mikkelson, corporate director of race and sports for Monarch Casino & Resort.
“IGT PlaySports’ technology stack is widely known as one of the most versatile B2B sports betting technology stacks in the US, and we believe we now have the ideal sports betting offering to drive incremental player engagement and value at both of our award-winning properties.”
IGT senior vice president of sports betting Joe Bertolone added: “IGT PlaySports is delighted to partner with Monarch in the modernization of their sports betting offerings in Nevada and Colorado. We look forward to helping them attract new players and deliver world-class retail and mobile sports betting that is aligned with local market opportunities and player preferences.”
Shares in International Game Technology plc. (NYSE:IGT) closed 1.34 per cent lower at $21.38 per share in New York Monday, while shares in Monarch Casino & Resort Inc. (NASDAQ:MCRI) were down 2.86 per cent at $70.92 per share.