IGT is targeting expansion into Japan and Thailand, with its APAC chief operating officer Dallas Orchard identifying the company’s systems platform as the basis for entering new markets. The company continues to focus on the Philippines and Macau, while Orchard said market-specific obstacles remain.
IGT’s systems strategy and the stated market obstacles shape its prospects for entering new Asian jurisdictions.
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IGT said it will wind down its electronic table game business in 2027 as part of its strategic focus. The company said it will continue supporting customers during the transition, but gave no further details on the closure process.
Caesars Entertainment said it launched IGT PlayDigital’s Cash Eruption titles at Caesars Atlantic City, Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City and Tropicana Atlantic City. The games are available exclusively at those venues, extending the franchise from Caesars’ online platforms to casino floors.
Mohegan Sun hosted an event at Casino of the Sky on 28 May to mark the arrival of IGT's Wheel of Fortune Cash on Reels slots game. The event included complimentary spins for 200 loyalty programme members, prizes and appearances by slot influencers, the companies said.
IGT announced layoffs affecting approximately 700 employees, or about 10% of its global workforce, according to a report dated 27 March 2026. The company did not disclose the roles or locations affected; an internal memo reportedly said the cuts were not performance-related and aimed to simplify the organisation and reduce duplication.
IGT announced a multi-month campaign marking 30 years of Wheel of Fortune Slots, with new product launches, casino events and promotions, according to a report. The campaign includes a partnership with Carnival Cruise Line offering selected casinos eight-day cruises aboard Carnival Jubilee, where participants will compete for a $1 million prize pool.