Scientific Games Finalizes Acquisition of Tech Art
Jan 23, 2018, 04:15 ET
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) ("Scientific Games" or "the Company") today completed the acquisition of Tech Art, the gaming industry's leading supplier of hole-card readers for blackjack.
First announced in October, the acquisition of Tech Art will bring with it their innovative MAXTime® 4H product, a combination of a blackjack hole-card reader and a chip tray, as well as the proprietary table games Super Fun 21® and Bet the Bust. The MAXTime® 4H product specifically will help casinos across the world increase play speed and enhance the security of blackjack games.
Scientific Games' Group Chief Executive, Gaming Derik Mooberry said, "We are excited to welcome Tech Art into the Scientific Games family. This acquisition is yet another example of our continued investment in solutions that help the Company better partner with our casino customers and offer the broadest portfolio of innovative products in the industry."
About Scientific Games
Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) is the global leader in technology-based gaming systems, table games, table products and instant games, and a leader in products, services and content for gaming, lottery and interactive gaming markets. Scientific Games delivers what customers and players value most: trusted security, creative content, operating efficiencies and innovative technology. Today, we offer customers a fully integrated portfolio of technology platforms, robust systems, engaging content and unrivaled professional services. For more information, please visit www.scientificgames.com
About Tech Art
Tech Art, formed in 1989, is the preeminent provider of blackjack hole-card readers around the world. The company has a dominate market share in a field that they created with the invention of the MAXTime® device. This device provides ironclad game security when dealing blackjack and is in use on over 11,000 tables worldwide. For any further information please contact Tech Art at http://www.techartinc.com/
Company Contacts
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Scientific Games: Michael Quartieri +1 702-532-7658
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Scientific Games: Susan Cartwright +1 702-532-7981
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