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Regulatory

Jackpot Digital receives Miss. distributor licence

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Executive Summary

  • Jackpot Digital Inc. has been granted a manufacturer and distributor license by the Mississippi Gaming Commission, authorizing the company to supply gaming equipment to licensed casino operators throughout the state.
  • This approval marks the company's second state-level manufacturer's license in the United States, with additional licensing applications currently pending in other jurisdictions as part of its growth strategy.
  • Following the approval, several Mississippi casinos are scheduled to receive the company's flagship "Jackpot Blitz" dealerless poker platform, with the company expecting to expand its footprint rapidly in the region.

Key Details

  • License Details: Granted by the Mississippi Gaming Commission; authorizes Jackpot Digital to act as both a manufacturer and distributor of gaming equipment.
  • Market Context: Mississippi is described as a premier gaming market, generating over $2.4 billion in gross gaming revenue in 2023.
  • Product Deployment: The license allows for the introduction of the "Jackpot Blitz" platform (an advanced, dealerless poker platform) to commercial operators in Mississippi, including recognized industry names.
  • Strategic Status: This is the company's second US state-level manufacturer's license; additional applications are pending in other jurisdictions.
  • Current Footprint: In addition to cruise ship customers (Carnival, Princess, Costa), Jackpot has announced land-based installations or orders in Canada and US states including California, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New York, and Oregon, as well as the U.S. Virgin Islands and international jurisdictions.

Notable Quotes

  • "We are pleased to receive this important approval from the Mississippi Gaming Commission... This licence will allow us to introduce our Jackpot Blitz platform to commercial operators throughout Mississippi, including some of the most recognized names in the gaming industry. Demand for our technology is strong, and we look forward to delivering our advanced electronic poker experience statewide while reinforcing our commitment to innovation in gaming." — Jake Kalpakian, Chief Executive Officer
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