Rhode Island chooses IGT and William Hill as sports betting partners

IGT and commercial partner William Hill U.S.  have been selected by the Rhode Island Lottery to provide end-to-end sports betting technology and services for the state’s licensed video lottery and table game establishments, Twin River Casino and Tiverton Casino.

Sports betting operations are expected to go live at both locations by mid-November 2018. The initial term of the contract is for a period of five years from the date that the first sports wager is placed at either venue, and may be extended by mutual consent for two successive five-year terms.

“It’s an exciting time for the Rhode Island Lottery,” said Gerald Aubin, Rhode Island Lottery director. “With the introduction of legalized sports betting, we will leverage world-class resources and technology from IGT and William Hill to provide the best-possible sports betting experience for the patrons who visit our casinos.”

Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO, North America said Friday. “The combination with William Hill US uniquely positions us to provide the Rhode Island Lottery with a comprehensive, market-ready solution to maximize sports betting revenues and returns to good causes for the state of Rhode Island.”

Under the contract, a complete end-to-end sports betting service will be provided to the Rhode Island Lottery, utilising IGT’s sports betting platform, with William Hill providing sports betting operation and risk management.

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