Gambling in the USA
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.
Compliance Updates
Arizona Department of Gaming Releases October Sports Betting Figures
Bettors in Arizona wagered approximately $791 million on sports in October of 2024, according to a new report by the Arizona Department of Gaming. This represents an approximate 22% increase when compared to October of 2023.
The state collected approximately $2.35 million in privilege fees in the month.
Gambling in the USA
Neosurf & Betting Hero to reveal results of their in-depth study into US online gambling and payment habits in exclusive two-part webinar series
Neosurf, the globally trusted provider of swift and secure cash-to-digital payment solutions, has announced it will be sharing the findings of a recent study into the online betting habits, preferences and frustrations of US players in an exclusive two-part webinar series beginning on January 14th.
Neosurf commissioned the research via Betting Hero – a leading US-based iGaming portal with expertise in casino, sports betting and DFS. The webinars will see Neosurf CEO Americas, Sue Page, Betting Hero’s Co-Founder and President, Jai Maw, and Senior Director of Product and Research, Ernie Ropas, dive into the report’s key findings and discuss what some of the more surprising results could mean for operators.
The survey, which featured respondents from New Jersey, Colorado and North Carolina, aimed to help operators and regulators within the gambling industry better understand the typical US bettor – how and why they bet, what tools they use to manage their budget and what Responsible Gaming means to them. The findings will be revealed in the webinars and used to identify areas where Neosurf’s products can help operators provide a better user experience.
The research highlighted several aspects of payments and responsible gaming that bettors felt could be improved. Problems with payments remain an issue – 52% of respondents said that they’d experienced payment issues in the past year, and with over 50% depositing and withdrawing multiple times each month, there is a significant cost impact to the operators.
Additionally, respondents indicated they’d be in favour of using a service that could share pre-verified ID information with operators, with ease of use for new payment methods and seamless integration across multiple platforms identified as important factors in their choosing and remaining loyal to a single sports betting platform.
Sue Page, Neosurf CEO Americas, said: “It was important to us to gain a more detailed insight into the US sports bettor. We wanted to talk to the players and ask questions that no one else is asking, and through our collaboration with Betting Hero I’m delighted that we now have a comprehensive piece of research.
“Offering valuable insights into player habits – how and why they bet, the ongoing pain points they’re experiencing with payments and their thoughts on Responsible Gaming—we’ll be taking a deep dive into the results of the survey in our two-part webinar series starting at 10:00 ET on January 14th, and we encourage all US-focused operators and regulators to join us.”
Gambling in the USA
Saracen Casino Resort Chooses QCI Chatalytics to Enhance Casino Operations with Integrated AI Solutions
Saracen Casino Resort has selected Quick Custom Intelligence’s (QCI) Chatalytics, an integrated AI-driven suite, to revolutionize its casino operations and elevate guest experiences. The QCI Chatalytics solution, which includes Slot Copilot, Player Copilot, Dashboard, and the Robot Button, leverages OpenAI integration to provide real-time insights and streamlined decision-making across the casino floor.
QCI Chatalytics offers a powerful blend of AI-powered tools designed to optimize both player and slot management. With Slot Copilot, operators gain enhanced capabilities for real-time slot performance monitoring, predictive analytics, and dynamic task assignment. Player Copilot delivers personalized player engagement by analyzing customer data to inform service decisions and reward recommendations. The Dashboard component offers an intuitive, real-time display of key metrics, enabling data-driven insights at a glance. Additionally, the innovative Robot Button automates routine processes, allowing staff to focus on higher-value tasks and improve overall efficiency.
Clayton Mason, Senior Director of Marketing of Saracen Casino Resort, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: “Integrating QCI Chatalytics into our operations marks a significant step in our strategy to harness the power of AI. With advanced tools like the Robot button, Slot Copilot and Player Copilot, we can deliver a more tailored and efficient experience for our guests while gaining deeper insights into our gaming operations.”
Dr. Ralph Thomas, CEO of QCI, shared his vision for the collaboration: “We’re excited to bring the capabilities of QCI Chatalytics to Saracen Casino Resort. By integrating OpenAI technology, our solution provides unprecedented levels of automation and insight. We believe Chatalytics will play a crucial role in optimizing floor operations and enhancing guest satisfaction through real-time, data-driven decision-making.”
The QCI Chatalytics platform is part of Quick Custom Intelligence’s commitment to driving innovation in the gaming industry, offering a comprehensive suite of solutions to streamline operations and enhance the player experience.
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