LONDON, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE:IGT) today announced that its subsidiaries, IGT Global Services Limited and IGT Global Solutions Corporation, have signed a 10-year contract extension with Pan Malaysian Pools SDN BHD ("PMP").

As part of this contract extension, IGT will upgrade PMP's existing system technology to IGT's powerful central lottery system, Aurora™, and related system components designed to help manage and responsibly grow PMP's business. As part of IGT's player-centric, omnichannel solution, OMNIA™, Aurora will also seamlessly integrate with PMP's proprietary dmcGO iLottery platform.

"Over the last 12 years, IGT has demonstrated its forward-looking lottery expertise by helping PMP introduce innovative and responsible, growth-driving lottery solutions into the market," said Tan Kong Han, PMP Managing Director."IGT's sophisticated Aurora central system and advanced features, as well as its integration with our dmcGO platform, will help PMP provide our players with engaging and convenient lottery experiences over the next decade."

"This contract extension marks an exciting new chapter for PMP and IGT, as we continue working together to modernize lottery offerings throughout Malaysia," said Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Global Lottery."Our world-class Aurora system and special features will provide valuable insights to PMP, helping grow their business and maximize funds for The Community Chest, a charitable trust funded by PMP that focuses on providing financial assistance to educational institutions in Malaysia."

As the global lottery market leader, IGT is the primary technology provider to 25 lotteries in the U.S., eight of the world's largest 10 lotteries and 16 of the world's top 25 lotteries. For more information, visit IGT.com and follow us on Facebook and 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 jurisdictions 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.

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