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Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited Acquires Chances Signal Point

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6 years ago

March 4, 2019

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Exciting Acquisition Marks Gateway’s Entry into a New BC Market

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited announced that it has acquired Chances Signal Point in Williams Lake. Gateway will take over the day-to-day operations of the Chances Signal Point facility. The acquisition is the latest step in Gateway’s continued growth. Gateway is one of the largest and most diversified gaming and entertainment companies in the Canada.

This strategic acquisition marks the next milestone in Gateway’s growth strategy which has seen the company expand their footprint and product offering across Canada. Guided by a strategy to create gaming properties that offer community-centred entertainment with a variety of gaming and culinary options, Gateway is excited about the potential of this opportunity in the Cariboo region of the Central Interior of British Columbia.

With the addition of Chances Signal Point, Gateway now operates 27 properties in British Columbia, Alberta (Edmonton) and Ontario with approximately 8,648 employees.

“Everyone at Gateway is very excited to welcome Chances Signal Point and their team to the Gateway family. We look forward to bringing our unique entertainment offerings to Williams Lake,” said Tony Santo, CEO of Gateway.

Based in Burnaby, BC, Gateway has made significant investments in the communities where they operate to improve the customer experience, which has brought hundreds of jobs and economic contribution to local economies.

Gateway’s growth investments are underway in many communities across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario. Since August 2015, Gateway has completed seven major development projects in Kamloops, Penticton, Kelowna, Edmonton, Point Edward and Innisfil. This year, Gateway anticipates opening two new major developments in Chatham-Kent and Hanover, Ontario, and breaking ground on the new Cascades Casino in Delta, BC.

About Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited:

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited (“Gateway”) is one of the largest and most diversified gaming and entertainment companies in Canada. Across its 27 gaming properties in British Columbia, Ontario and Edmonton, Alberta, Gateway currently employs approximately 8,648 people and boasts approximately 448 table games (including 49 poker tables), 13,887 slots, 85 restaurants and bars and 561 hotel rooms. Gateway is the service provider for the Central, Southwest and North gaming Bundles in Ontario, which includes 11 properties in their portfolio. A multi-pronged growth strategy has seen Gateway diversify and expand its product offering, including developing proprietary casino and restaurant brands, dramatically improving the gaming customer experience while attracting new customers. Some of Gateway’s proprietary brands include Match Eatery & Public House, Atlas Steak + Fish and the new Halley’s Club. In 2017, Gateway celebrated 25 years in the business of gaming and entertainment in Canada. Further information is available at www.gatewaycasinos.com.

Source: Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited

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IGT Modernizes Central Lottery System for LOTTO Thüringen in Germany via Seven-Year Contract Extension

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January 23, 2025

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International Game Technology PLC announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Services Limited, has signed a seven-year contract with the Thuringian State Lottery (“LOTTO Thüringen”) in Germany to deploy its retail central system technology, Aurora™, and related software upgrades. The contract term will begin upon go-live of the new platform, planned for March 2026.

An integral part of OMNIA™, IGT’s player-centric, omnichannel solution for lotteries, Aurora helps drive lottery innovation and profitability. The platform will provide intuitive, user-friendly applications, tools and reporting capabilities which will handle all of LOTTO Thüringen’s transaction processing, game management and back-office operations.

“LOTTO Thüringen has relied on IGT’s versatile and strong-performing central system technology throughout the course of our decades-long relationship,” said Jochen Staschewski, LOTTO Thüringen Chief Executive Officer. “Upgrading our central retail system to IGT’s advanced platform and back-end software will enable us to streamline our business processes and continue operating with the highest levels of efficiency.”

“IGT’s retail central system incorporates a suite of flexible solutions designed to help manage, transform and further grow LOTTO Thüringen’s business,” said Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Global Lottery. “With this long-term contract extension, LOTTO Thüringen is well-positioned to continue benefiting from IGT’s secure, responsible and modernized technology and software. Leveraging these best-in-class solutions will aid in the Lottery’s goals of supporting good causes throughout the state.”

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Prepare to be Amazed in Mythical Legends Carnival, a Mythic Video Slot!

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January 23, 2025

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The new title from leading Spanish e-Gaming provider MGA Games is an innovative game with a truly original theme: a journey through carnival festivities filled with legendary creatures. Its design combines the excitement of street parties with the richness of mythological creatures from around the world, providing a totally unique experience.

This new casino slot features 25 paylines, with winning combinations paid from left to right. By landing 3 or more Scatter symbols, players gain access to the Free Spins screen, which includes an innovative prize system. Players can enjoy an accumulator feature and a final Super Respin spin that awards the accumulated winnings. It also includes Money and Collect symbols, which when combined offer an additional bonus prize.

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By showcasing mythologies from all over the world, the game is set to appeal to a global audience, enhancing its market potential and attracting players from various countries. Its visual and auditory elements, featuring vibrant graphics and immersive music, will captivate players and deliver a fully immersive experience in a fantastic world.

In this new release, every spin of the reels will surprise players with its themed symbols. As if that weren’t enough, the game features an optional Buy Free Spins button, speeding up the path to big rewards. Mythical Legends Carnival will be available in all of Spain’s best online casinos starting February 3rd and across .com markets from January 27th.

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ZITRO’S EXCEPTIONAL BOOTH MAKES A STRONG IMPACT AT ICE BARCELONA 2025

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January 23, 2025

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Zitro has announced the tremendous success of its participation in ICE Barcelona 2025. The booth itself was a showstopper —spectacular in every sense—drawing widespread admiration from attendees. Described by some as “sending a message,” the booth stood as proof of the company’s ability to deliver innovative products and an unparalleled showcase that reinforced its position as one of the leaders in the global gaming industry.

Visitors experienced firsthand the remarkable progress the company has made in expanding and diversifying its product range. At the forefront of the showcase was the all-new CONCEPT cabinet line featuring Concept Prime, Concept Prime-J, and Concept Deluxe. The event also marked the European debut of Zitro’s latest game lineup for both the CONCEPT and GLARE cabinet lines, which includes Legendary Sword, Fairyland Quest, Lucky Vault, Cash Totems, Triple Charm Journey, Merging Fu Pots, King Fu Frog. among others. Each title introduces different gameplay mechanics paired with high-quality graphics, animations, and sound.

Zitro’s Mega Lounge has demonstrated impressive performance in key markets such as Portugal, Italy, Argentina, Peru, Paraguay, Costa Rica, Greece, and, more recently, Guatemala. At ICE Barcelona, the company unveiled the Grand Mega Lounge that incorporates the CONCEPT cabinet line, featuring existing and new games with both Grand Mega and Mega jackpots.

Zitro also highlighted the success of its Wide Area Progressive (WAP) product line. Recent launches in Panama, Costa Rica, and Peru have generated great enthusiasm, while Argentina saw the debut of Zitro’s first WAP this past December with more than 45 slot cabinets across five gaming halls at the prestigious Hipódromo de Palermo.

Additionally, Zitro announced the expansion of its digital gaming portfolio into the newly regulated Brazilian iGaming market. The division continues to expand its portfolio with new titles and upcoming seasonal games for Valentine’s Dayck’s D and Saint Patriay. It has also introduced various promotional tools to support operators in commercializing its games.

Commenting on the success of ICE Barcelona 2025, Sebastian Salat, President – International at Zitro, stated: “Zitro’s participation at ICE focused on reinforcing its commitment to becoming a global leader, capable of meeting the needs of casino operators anywhere in the world. The event provided an excellent platform to showcase the breadth and diversity of our gaming portfolio and connect with clients. Zitro is deeply grateful for the support received and remains committed to delivering value to operators and players worldwide.”

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