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International Game Technology PLC Announces Completion of Sale of Italian Commercial Payment Business to PostePay S.p.A.
International Game Technology PLC announced that its wholly owned subsidiary IGT Lottery S.p.A. has completed the sale of its Italian proximity payment business to PostePay S.p.A. – Patrimonio Destinato IMEL for €700 million.
The negotiated sale price represented an enterprise value of €630 million and approximately €70 million of net unrestricted cash. The business held approximately €140 million in unrestricted cash at the closing. The increase in unrestricted cash is primarily attributable to timing of vendor payments and operating cash flows generated since December 31, 2021. IGT will use the proceeds from the transaction primarily to pay transaction expenses and reduce debt.
UBS AG acted as lead financial advisor and fairness opinion provider to IGT, UniCredit S.p.A. acted as financial advisor to IGT. Advant-Nctm acted as legal advisor to IGT and KPMG acted as financial due diligence and tax advisor to IGT.
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CT Gaming Celebrated its 25th Anniversary with a Three-Day Team-Building Event
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, CT Gaming hosted an unforgettable three-day team-building event for its employees at the picturesque “Katarino” complex. The programme as dynamic, filled with diverse activities that fostered team bonding—from fun quizzes and sports tournaments to refreshing mountain hikes and moments of complete relaxation. The highlight of the event was the glamorous gala dinner, themed “Classic Stars,” where employees and departments with outstanding contributions to the company’s success were rightfully honoured by company Founder Milo Borissov and Vice President Rossi McKee. Following the formal part of the evening, the beloved actor and comedian Krasi Radkov brought smiles and laughter to the audience.
“Twenty-five years in the business is a significant achievement, one we couldn’t have reached without the dedication and ambition of the team behind CT Gaming. That’s why we decided to celebrate this milestone all of us – together,” Mr. Borissov, founder of CT Gaming, said.
“As we mark this anniversary, we celebrate not only the success of our products but also the dedication of our incredible team, as well as the trust of our partners and clients. Looking ahead, CT Gaming remains focused on business expansion and actively shaping the future of the gaming industry,” Rossi McKee, Vice President of CT Gaming, said.
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BC.GAME Launches $BC Mining Rush
BC.GAME, a leading crypto gaming platform, has launched $BC Mining Rush, an exclusive event with a staggering prize pool of 1 billion $BC tokens. The event will run from October 1 to October 20, 2024, offering players the chance to win daily rewards simply by placing bets of $1 or more.
This event is designed to offer participants an easy entry into the crypto space, providing opportunities for daily wins while keeping participation straightforward and accessible.
Key Highlights of the $BC Mining Rush
Massive Daily Prize Pool: Win Big with Just $1
The $BC Mining Rush features an impressive 50 million $BC daily prize pool. With just a $1 wager, participants can enter the daily prize draw, and larger wagers can boost their share of the winnings. This setup allows players of all experience levels to compete for a portion of the 1 billion $BC total prize pool, maximising their potential returns.
Easy and Accessible Participation
The $BC Mining Rush has simplified the participation process to ensure that both new and seasoned players can easily take part. There are no complicated requirements or technical barriers—users simply place their wagers daily and watch their potential winnings grow. Daily winners will receive their rewards the following day, ensuring a smooth and transparent payout process.
Daily Rewards Structure: A Chance to Win Every Day
Each day of the event offers a fresh opportunity to claim a portion of the 50 million $BC prize pool. The more a player wagers, the greater their share of the daily prize pool. Players’ rewards are based on their percentage of total wagers for that day, making the event as fair as it is rewarding.
“We are thrilled to bring the $BC Mining Rush to our community. This event is our way of rewarding loyal players while introducing new users to the thrill of crypto gaming with the chance to win big,” said Jack Dorset, CEO of BC.GAME.
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Rickard Vikström, CEO & Founder of Internet Vikings, Honored in Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 List
The Innovation Group, together with Global Gaming Business (GGB) magazine, has announced Rickard Vikström, CEO and Founder of Internet Vikings, as one of the honorees of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 Class of 2025. This list recognizes professionals under the age of 40 who have made significant contributions and are set to become leaders in the casino gaming industry.
Rickard Vikström has been recognized for his leadership in the field of in-state hosting solutions for the iGaming and online sports betting industry. As the CEO of Internet Vikings, Rickard has established the company which is now the fastest-growing hosting provider in the US, serving 24 states.
“I am honored to be included in this list of talented individuals making a bold impact in the casino gaming industry. I share this recognition with the entire Internet Vikings team and our leading hosting solutions that support the growth and success of our clients in the iGaming and online sports betting sectors,” said Rickard Vikström.
The Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 Class of 2025 was carefully selected by a distinguished committee including representatives from PENN Entertainment. Their decision reflects Rickard Vikström’s impact on the industry and his achievements in strategic leadership. Other 40 under 40 leaders include FanDuel’s Karolina Pelc and Everi’s Darryl DeRaedt.
The honorees will be celebrated at the Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 Networking Reception in partnership with Global Gaming Expo (G2E) on Wednesday, the 9th of October, 2024.
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