International Game Technology PLC announced that its IGT PlaySports Trading Advisory Services Team is now supporting sports betting in Michigan via a new services agreement with the Lac Vieux Desert Northern Waters Casino & Resort in Watersmeet. In addition to now leveraging IGT PlaySports' expertise for a range of trading-related services, Northern Waters has powered its sportsbook with IGT's award-winning platform and self-service betting technology since 2021.
As part of Northern Waters' sportsbook enhancements, the casino plans to deploy IGT's PeakBarTop? cabinets with Total Gaming? software. The award-winning hardware boasts a player-preferred, ergonomic design and gives players the option to enjoy Game King® video poker, slots, keno and sports betting from a single device and a single gaming wallet. IGT PlaySports was named "Sportsbook Supplier of the Year" in the 2023 SBC North America Awards. IGT PlaySports powers sports betting at more than 80 gaming venues across North America.