"It's an honor to be recognized by Casino Journal for excellence in gaming innovation. Winning these awards reinforces IGT's commitment to setting a new standard of innovation in the gaming industry. By leveraging our leading R&D investment to deliver solutions such as SPHINX 4D and Cardless Connect, we offer our valued customers compelling content and services that can drive unique player experiences," said Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO North America Gaming & Interactive (DoubleDown Casino).
IGT's SPHINX 4D was recognized for being the industry's first slot machine to combine glasses-free TRUE 3D graphics with gesture recognition and mid-air haptic technologies. Set on the Company's new CrystalCurve TRUE 4D cabinet, SPHINX 4D is packed with dynamic content and enables players to see, touch, and interact with the slot machine's 3D graphics, creating an immersive gaming experience.
The company was also awarded for its revolutionary payment solutions technology, Cardless Connect. The versatile product is modernizing the player experience and casino floor by replacing cash and paper transactions with a digital wallet that also serves as a player-loyalty card. The integrated technology can be embedded into a casino's mobile app, conveniently allowing players to access it via their smartphones.