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Integrity Gaming Corp. Mails Special Meeting Materials to Approve Acquisition by PlayAGS, Inc.
INTEGRITY GAMING CORP. (TSX-V: IGAM) (OTCQX: IGAMF) (“Integrity” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce that it has mailed its management information circular (the “Circular“) and related proxy materials (collectively, the “Meeting Materials“) to its holders of common shares (“Shares“), options (“Options“) and restricted share units (“RSUs“) (collectively, the “Securityholders“) in connection with the special meeting of Securityholders to be held at 10:00 a.m. (Vancouver time) on Tuesday, February 5, 2019 (the “Meeting“). At the Meeting, Securityholders will be asked to approve the Company’s previously announced transaction with PlayAGS Canada ULC (the “Purchaser“) and PlayAGS, Inc., as guarantor (the “Guarantor“) whereby the Purchaser is proposing to acquire all of the issued and outstanding Shares by way of a statutory plan of arrangement (the “Arrangement“). The Arrangement is being proposed under, and is subject to the terms and conditions of, an arrangement agreement dated December 14, 2018 between the Company, the Purchaser and the Guarantor, as amended (the “Arrangement Agreement“). Assuming the Arrangement becomes effective, subject to applicable withholding taxes (if any), holders of Shares will receive $0.46in cash for each Share held, holders of all unexercised Options (including Options which have not vested) will receive, in respect of each Option held, $0.46 in cash less the exercise price of such Option and holders of RSUs (including RSUs which have not vested) will receive, in respect of each RSU held, $0.46 in cash.
Mailing of the Meeting Materials follows receipt by the Company on January 4, 2019 of an interim order of the Supreme Court of British Columbia (the “Court“) authorizing, among other things, the holding of the Meeting. Assuming approval of the Arrangement at the Meeting, the Company will, on or about February 7, 2019, return to the Court to seek a final order to implement the Arrangement. The closing of the Arrangement is also subject to receipt of certain other approvals and the satisfaction or waiver of certain other customary closing conditions. Assuming all conditions are satisfied, the Company expects that the closing of the Arrangement will be completed in February 2019.
The Circular contains, among other things, details concerning the Arrangement, the background to and reasons for the Arrangement, the requirements for the Arrangement to become effective, the procedure for receiving consideration payable under the Arrangement, procedures for voting at the Meeting and other related matters. Securityholders are urged to carefully review the Circular and accompanying materials, which includes a copy of the Arrangement Agreement, as they contain important information regarding the Arrangement and its consequences to Securityholders. A copy of the Circular is available under Integrity’s profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT. VOTE TODAY.
The Board of Directors of Integrity UNANIMOUSLY recommends that Securityholders
vote IN FAVOUR of the Arrangement.
How to Vote
A proxy form or voting instruction form will accompany the meeting materials you receive by mail. Instructions on how to vote, which vary depending on whether you are a beneficial shareholder or a registered shareholder, option holder or RSU holder of the Company are provided in the Circular and in the other meeting materials.
Registered shareholders, option holders and RSU holders may vote in person at the Meeting or by using one of the following methods:
1. Internet: vote online at www.investorvote.com using the control number located on your proxy.
2. Telephone: 1-866-732-VOTE(8683), toll free in Canada and United States.
3. Facsimile: 1-866-249-7775, toll free in Canada and United States.
4. Mail: by mailing the form of proxy in the envelope enclosed with your proxy.
Beneficial shareholders who hold Integrity Shares through a bank, broker or other intermediary will have different voting instructions and should carefully follow the voting instructions provided to them on the voting information form included in the meeting materials.
Securityholder Questions
Securityholders who would like additional copies, without charge, of this Circular or have additional questions about the Arrangement, including the procedures for voting or completing transmittal documents, should contact their broker or the Company’s proxy solicitation agent – Laurel Hill Advisory Group at 1-877-452-7184 (North American Toll Free), 416-304-0211 (Collect Outside North America) or email at [email protected]
About Integrity
Integrity Gaming Corp. is a regional slot route operator with over 2,700 gaming machines in operation across over 33 casinos in Oklahoma and Texas. The Company primarily derives its revenue from short- and long-term revenue share contracts with Native American casinos. It provides gaming equipment such as slot machines and electronic table games, and project financing to owners, operators, and managers of casinos and other regulated gaming venues. The Company works with casinos, new casino developments, and gaming machine suppliers. Additional information about the Company can be found on the Company’s website at www.integritygaming.com and on the SEDAR website at www.sedar.com.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
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Aristocrat Interactive™ to Showcase Innovative iLottery Solutions at NASPL 2025 Annual Conference & Trade Show
Aristocrat Interactive™, the Real Money Gaming (RMG) division of Aristocrat, today announced its participation as a Level II Sponsor at the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) 2025 Annual Conference & Trade Show.
NASPL, the leading trade association representing 53 lottery organizations across North America, serves as a platform for collaboration, research, standards, and best practices that drive the future of the industry. Taking place September 8–11, 2025 at the Niagara Falls Convention Center in Ontario, Canada, the event, themed “Here to Play”, will gather lottery leaders from across North America to explore the evolving future of the industry.
Aristocrat Interactive will be showcasing its latest innovations for the iLottery sector through an interactive booth setup, one-on-one director’s dialogue sessions, a product and services showcase, and more. Attendees will get a first look at new eInstant titles, featuring fresh game mechanics and the business’s first cross-over game with its iGaming & Sports division. Aristocrat Interactive will also highlight its successful omnichannel solutions, which connect retail and online play to enhance player engagement and experience.
Building on this momentum, Aristocrat Interactive recently launched the New Hampshire Lottery’s new digital platform, signed long-term contracts with the Michigan Lottery and the Massachusetts Lottery, and secured a two-year extension with its NeoPollard Joint Venture in North Carolina—where Aristocrat Interactive provides the iLottery platform. These partnerships underscore Aristocrat Interactive’s commitment to helping lotteries deliver engaging digital experiences and sustainable growth.
“NASPL always sets the table for engaging discussions that can advance our customer-driven strategies to drive real digital growth for lotteries,” said Chris Shaban, Managing Director, iLottery at Aristocrat Interactive. “We’re looking forward to another opportunity to showcase Aristocrat Interactive as a solidified, future-ready unit with global gaming expertise.”
Attendees can connect with Aristocrat Interactive at Booth #209 and meet the team for one-on-one discussions in Room #205. Aristocrat Interactive will also hold a showcase on Wednesday, September 10 at 1:30 p.m. at its booth.
For more information about Aristocrat Interactive and its iLottery solutions, please visit aristocratinteractive.com.
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Scientific Games Introduces Obsidian, All-Black Holographic Lottery Scratch Games
Premium Instant Scratch Game Innovation Adds Luxury and Uniqueness at Retail with Exclusive Play Experience
Scientific Games announces Obsidian, its latest breakthrough in instant scratch game innovation. A revolutionary addition to the global lottery company’s holographic product offerings, Obsidian will debut at the North American Association of State & Provincial Lotteries 2025 Conference taking place September 8 to September 11 in Ontario, Canada.
With 18 unique design concepts, Obsidian games feature a dramatic combination of all-black tones and holographics to create a sleek, glasslike appearance. Named after naturally occurring volcanic rock, the Obsidian line offers a bold, ultra-premium look and scratch experience.
Obsidian is one of a number of new product designs from Scientific Games to be unveiled at NASPL 2025. The new products were developed by Scientific Games’ Innovation and Discovery teams at its metro Atlanta global headquarters, the largest lottery instant game production facility in the world. Obsidian games will also be produced at the company’s Canadian and UK facilities.
“Our game innovators have followed holographic trends on high-end luxury items and were inspired to create fresh, new games centered on value proposition design for our lottery partners,” said Danielle Hodges, Senior Director, Global Product Innovation & Development for Scientific Games. “At a time when the market basket average is increasing, holographic games allow lotteries to differentiate their games by adding a touch of luxury and uniqueness. In sneak previews of Obsidian with several lotteries, the response we’ve received is pure excitement.”
The company continues to lead the industry in scratch game innovation, using holographics to heighten retail appeal and create immersive player experiences.
Scientific Games, the world’s largest creator, producer and manager of lottery instant games, offers more than 100 strategic enhancements for its world-leading scratch products. The company’s products represent 70% of global instant game retail sales.
Innovating products and solutions that move the global lottery industry forward since 1973, Scientific Games provides retail and digital games, technology, analytics and services to 150 lotteries in 50 countries around the globe, including nearly every North American lottery.
Obsidian™ is a trademark of Scientific Games, LLC. © 2025 Scientific Games, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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ETPL APPOINTS LONDON-BASED OAKVALE CAPITAL AS EXCLUSIVE INVESTMENT BANKER TO LEAD CAPITAL RAISE AND GROWTH STRATEGY
The European T20 Premier League (ETPL), an ICC-approved T20 league co-owned by Abhishek Bachchan and backed by Cricket Ireland, Cricket Scotland, and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association, has appointed Oakvale Capital as its exclusive investment banker.
“Oakvale’s deep expertise in sports finance will be a game-changer for ETPL’s long-term vision. We look forward to working closely with their expert team to help bring our event to fruition,” said Warren Deutrom, CEO, Cricket Ireland.
“Oakvale is one of the leading London-based investment banks in the sports and gaming ecosystem. Their sector depth, global network, and track record advising rights-holders, clubs, and technology platforms make them the right partner for ETPL as we scale,” said Saurav Banerjee, Co-owner and Director, ETPL.
“We’re excited to support ETPL’s bold and innovative approach to cricket. The vision to elevate the sport in Europe with a premium, differentiated offering aligns well with Oakvale’s strategic focus in global sports properties,” said Sandford Loudon, Partner, Oakvale Capital.
Blending world-class cricket with a distinctively European experience, ETPL aims to redefine the sport through elite talent, immersive fan experiences, and data-driven innovation. In addition, KPMG in India has been appointed as ETPL’s strategic advisor.
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