The Mississippi Lottery Corporation and International Game Technology PLC (IGT) have just announced a substantial contract extension, pushing the total duration of the collaboration to a further three years, until December 1, 2029. This extension guarantees that IGT Global Solutions Corporation, a subsidiary of IGT, will continue to provide immediate ticket services and online gaming systems.
In addition to the contract renewal, IGT has some big plans ahead for its portfolio which means gamers certainly have a lot to look forward to.
“Since the Mississippi Lottery’s inception, IGT has applied our deeply rooted proficiency of industry best practices to help the Lottery continuously exceed its sales objectives, year after year. The new solutions that IGT is delivering in Mississippi will provide ultimate convenience for both the Lottery and its players, while also supporting the needs of the evolving lottery landscape.”
Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Global Lottery
Players will have access to several convenient features when the Mississippi Lottery mobile app launches. These features include the ability to see winning numbers, validate tickets, access digital playslips, find retailers, get game information, and find resources for responsible gaming. Besides the current 300 GameTouch 28 self-service terminals, IGT will roll out additional machines to pique players’ interest even more and provide them with more options.
Building on the six laboratories previously sponsored since 2019, IGT intends to construct more digital technology labs in Mississippi as part of its After School Advantage program, further demonstrating the company’s commitment to supporting educational initiatives. Furthermore, IGT will keep supporting students at the state’s historically black colleges and universities via its yearly scholarship gift.
From Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital, IGT’s wide portfolio delivers exciting and responsible gaming experiences across all channels and regulated markets. The company is acknowledged as a world pioneer in gaming. Solutions developed by the company are designed to immerse players and propel development via a dedication to innovation, operational excellence, and player engagement.
In addition to having strong ties to authorities and governments in over a hundred different countries, they generate value by providing exceptional service with the highest levels of integrity and taking full responsibility for their actions. Roughly 11,000 people work with IGT at the moment. We expect even more growth as it gains more experience, talent, and market recognition over the coming years
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