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inside asian gaming April 2016 36 Tech Talk The Diamond Roulette is one of Interblock’s best- selling electronic table games entertainment experiences, we have built a legacy on being first to market with products and technologies that add value to the casino floor.” Through their product lines Organic, StarBar, Diamond and MiniStar, Interblock provides a collection of fully- and semi- automated ETGs and video gaming that covers all the classic and most played casino favorites such as baccarat, roulette, Blackjack, sic-bo, craps, video poker and more. “Electronic table games are the very core of our business and that primary focus is another factor that sets Interblock apart from the competition,” Stanton said. Interblock’s best-selling ETG product is its Diamond Roulette, which stands out due to its elegant design with a premium look and feel. It also offers players a variety of engaging features such as exciting side bets, Interblock’s Power Meter (a bonus system that encourages and shows player’s how close they are to hitting a target number of games played or dollars wagered to win additional rewards), the visibility of the roulette wheel, Simultaneous Bet Prevention Technology and Mystery Progressives. Interblock stays focused on enhancements that improve user experience and revenue for its customers. “We have developed high-performing, fully integrated side bet features that enhance Interblock’s classic ETG experience,” Stanton said. “Our side bet functionality increases the hold percentage, and our newly developed Simultaneous Bet Prevention technology feature prevents wagers of equivalent value on opposite bets, such as red/black or even/odd.” “A primary focus for Interblock in 2016 will be the introduction of a product segmentation strategy, which is designed to allow every casino to place Interblock on their floor—new, innovative technology designed to enhance the player experience, as well as bringing a new level of entertainment to the electronic table game segment,” Stanton added. SCIENTIFIC GAMES By combining the game play of traditional table games with the latest technology, Scientific Games’ Electronic Table Systems (ETS) creates an exciting gaming experience that maximizes the performance and profitability of the gaming floor. “Scientific Games is the world leader in table products and electronic table games, and the ETG business is a significant part of our overall suite of gaming and lottery products,” O’Brien said. “We are making investments in both content and some very exciting hardware innovation.” An array of ETGs are also offered at Scientific Games, including its Fusion products and iTable product line. Company literature states that the Bally Fusion line of products provides an endless variety of gaming options for the casino floor. The new Fusion terminal features a space-conserving footprint, is built for modular configurability and is compatible with SAS, TITO and all known player tracking systems. The fully electronic Fusion Virtual offers customers the option of playing up to four different games from one terminal. Available games include baccarat, roulette, and sic-bo. Fusion Hybrid offers baccarat, roulette, and sic-bo dealer- podiums equipped with live game results. It’s suitable for stadium-style and smaller environment configurations. Fusion Auto features a fully automated roulette wheel and custom lighting options, along with highly configurable terminal layouts. These Fusion elements connect to live roulette and baccarat games, allowing the capture of overflow play during peak hours. The iTable product line, which takes the form of a card or roulette table but removes chips in lieu of betting screens embedded into the table top, includes: iTable Roulette, iTable Blackjack, iTable Three Card Poker, iTable Ultimate Texas Hold’em and iTable Mississippi Stud. The iTable combines a variety of its patented products to create a new table-game experience for players and casinos alike. Utilizing top-notch technology and touch-screens embedded in standard size tables, iTable effortlessly blends an intuitive electronic betting interface with a live game outcome, according to the company’s website. By automating the betting process, iTable dramatically increases live table-game security, accuracy and speed. The iTable contains versatile software and hardware designed to make it easy for casino operators to update their pit configuration as player demand requires. Following a few simple steps, operators can turn a Three Card Poker table into an Ultimate Texas Hold’em table, change table limits, paytables and more. Specialty games utilize an iDeal single deck shuffler to identify the cards that are being dealt. The iDeal interfaces with the table’s software to instantly and accurately resolve all game play once each round is completed. Multiple side bets for each title are available and can be used individually or concurrently depending on casino needs.