Interblock Purchases Electronic Table Game Assets From Aruze

Interblock, a global leader in the development and supply of winning electronic table gaming products, is pleased to announce a strategic acquisition of specific assets from Aruze Gaming America Inc. The acquisition of Aruze Gaming's electronic table game assets helps to accelerate several of Interblock's strategic initiatives, while solidifying its commitment to delivering innovative and competitive solutions to the gaming industry.

"The Aruze acquisition creates a significant portfolio of innovative synergies we intend to bring to the market before the end of this calendar year. Aruze Gaming provides us with a new level of diversity we feel will accelerate our vision to make Interblock synonymous with table game technology," said John Connelly, Global CEO of Interblock. "As we continue to differentiate ourselves in the gaming industry, this acquisition empowers us to offer a broader range of highquality, innovative gaming solutions to our valued partners in both a traditional and online offering."

Through this acquisition, Interblock plans to integrate Aruze's reputable Electronic Table Games product line into its portfolio and expand its workforce to more than 700 employees worldwide. The company is committed to a seamless transition of support, service, and excellence, leveraging its robust support structure.

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Arizona Department Of Gaming Releases May & June Sports Betting Figures

Bettors in Arizona wagered over $451 million on sports in May of 2023, according to a new report by the Arizona Department of Gaming. This represents a 2.1% decrease when compared to the same month of last year.

Arizona has seen over $2.8 billion wagered through the first five months of 2023 and has surpassed $10.6 billion in total wagers placed since the inception of legal sports betting in 2021. The state collected approximately $3.4 million in privilege fees in May, resulting in nearly $50 million in privilege fees collected since the start of legal operations.

Bettors in Arizona wagered over $393 million on sports in June of 2023, according to the recently released report by the Arizona Department of Gaming. This represents a 23.4% increase when compared to June of 2022.

Arizona has now surpassed $11 billion in total wagers placed since the inception of sports betting in 2021, with over $3.2 billion wagered throughout the first six months of 2023. The state collected approximately $1.6 million in privilege fees in the month, an increase of over 110% when compared to June of 2022.

Established by the Arizona State Legislature in 1995, ADG is the state regulatory agency for tribal gaming, racing and parimutuel/simulcast wagering, event wagering/fantasy sports and unarmed combat sports. ADG also provides and supports education, prevention and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling through its Division of Problem Gambling and 24-hour confidential helpline, 1-800NEXT-STEP. For more information, visit Gaming.AZ.gov and ProblemGambling.AZ.gov. $