MGM Resorts to add mobile sports wagering this year

MGM Resorts International announced plans today to introduce mobile sports betting technology at 12 of its Nevada properties.

The gambling technology company Gtech will add live in-play betting to MGM sports books and allow gamblers to place wagers anytime on their mobile phones, as long as they’re in Nevada. Pending approval from gaming regulators, MGM and Gtech expect to start rolling out the technology in the third quarter of this year, according to a statement from both companies.

Additionally, Gtech will provide some MGM resorts with real-money mobile casino and slot gambling, which customers will be able to play anywhere on the property. Sports betting and other mobile gaming will both be offered through one mobile application connected to MGM’s loyalty program, the statement said.

Gtech Senior Vice President Matteo Monteverdi said in the statement that the improvements will allow MGM to “connect with more players in a new and relevant way, and will enable MGM to offer more gaming without requiring more space on the gaming floor.”

MGM and Gtech did not reveal financial details of their agreement.

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