The state of New South Wales is progressing with an experiment involving digital gaming systems. Four prominent gaming entities – Aristocrat, eBet, IGT, and Light & Wonder – will be contributors in this experiment, encompassing nearly 4,500 electronic gaming devices, commonly referred to as slot machines, throughout the state.
The experiment aims to examine the influence of this technology on gaming habits, including the duration and funds individuals expend on gaming, along with any possibilities for mitigating gambling-related issues. This endeavor was proposed by an autonomous commission dedicated to gambling reform.
The reaction from the gaming sector has been favorable, with a greater number of businesses and establishments expressing interest in participation than originally anticipated. The experiment is scheduled to commence in the following year, subsequent to rigorous cybersecurity assessments of the technology being implemented. One of the participating firms, Aristocrat Gaming, has already deployed its technology on a limited basis in a preliminary program at a site in Newcastle.
The experiment will span a variety of locations, encompassing both social clubs and lodging establishments, to furnish a thorough comprehension of how digital gaming technology operates within diverse environments.
Jinesh Patel, the top dog at the Gaming Technologies Association (GTA), emphasized their dedication to a level playing field for gambling technology in Australia. They’re prepared for a legal battle, despite the complexities and financial burden. Their objective? To forge a resolution and bring the New South Wales government into alignment. The GTA is supporting a group of skilled specialists in New South Wales, aiming to achieve a groundbreaking milestone with the first successful state-managed trial of its kind in the country.
