Playtech set to power US based casinos

US gaming enthusiasts have had a year to remember with a number of important deals which look set to transform the future of international gambling. Software giant Playtech, one of the leading names in the gaming industry, has revealed new plans to power online casinos based in the US. Playtech had previously refused to accept US players following the controversial UIGEA and its prohibitive legislation.

The move follows an active few months for the company. Playtech recently revealed a new, high profile parnership with Scientific Games Corporation. The move will unite two of the most powerful names in gaming and will see both companies develop a series of online and land based gaming facilities for players throughout the world. Many are already regarding the partnership as one of the most lucrative deals to date. Following the announcement of the deal, Playtech's stock jumped a significant 11% - a figure which indicates the sheer potential of such a union.

Analyst James Hollins noted that the partership would significantly aid further contracts with regulated US internet casino operators in the near future."This deal sets Playtech apart", he noted and stakes its claim as"the market-leading technology provider". Such comments reveal the importance of the deal not only for the parties involved but for the future of the gaming industry at large. Many will be monitoring the progress of two such central figures as the months ahead look set to test the capabilities of such a potentially powerful enterprise. Others will no doubt be looking ahead to an era of greater gaming freedom for US players and providers alike as the legislative battles continue.