ESI to supply Integrity Independent Control System for the All-Russia State Lottery
Vancouver, BC, February 12, 2008— ESI Integrity Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of ESI Entertainment Systems Inc. (TSX:ESY) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with INTRALOT S.A. - a leading supplier of integrated gaming and transaction processing systems, innovative game content and sports betting management, to state-licensed gaming organizations worldwide - to supply its industry-leading Integrity Independent Control System (ICS) to the All-Russia State Lottery.
The Integrity ICS license agreement plus related services are cumulatively valued at approximately $440,000 over a contract term of five (5) years. Under the terms of the agreement the Integrity ICS will continuously monitor the lottery’s wagering transactions, providing an independent, real-time audit of the wagers and prize calculations. In addition, ESI Integritywill administer product release updates and supply 24/7 technical support to the Lottery.
The All-Russian State Lottery’s aim is to develop the Russian gaming industry utilizing advanced technological solutions, which will allow the provision of high quality, secure and reliable lottery games to the Russian players. The project is considered to be one of the most technologically advanced projects ever implemented in the global gaming industry. It involves the implementation of an integrated lottery system covering all regions of the Russian Federation located in eleven (11) time zones.
“We are very pleased to support INTRALOT with our industry-leading Integrity ICS in this ambitious project,” said Alan Ahac, President of ESI Integrity. “The All-Russia State Lottery represents the second European lottery project we will undertake in partnership with INTRALOT and aligns with ESI Integrity’s goal to be a global provider of real-time transactional monitoring and auditing solutions for regulated gaming operators.”
Currently, Integrity ICS monitors billions of dollars in annual wagering revenues for lottery and pari-mutuel organizations in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. The implementation of Integrity ICS for the Russian Lottery further extends ESI Integrityinto the rapidly growing European and Asian markets.
About INTRALOT
INTRALOT, a public listed company, is the leading supplier of integrated gaming and transaction processing systems, innovative game content and sports betting management, to state-licensed gaming organizations worldwide. Its broad portfolio of products & services, its know-how of Lottery, Betting & Video Lottery operations and its leading-edge technology, give INTRALOT a competitive advantage which contributes directly to customers’ efficiency, profitability and growth. With presence in more than 40 countries, with 4,000 people and revenues of €791.4 m. for 2006, INTRALOT has established its presence on all 5 continents.
About ESI Integrity Inc.
ESI Integrity Inc. is the leading supplier of independent software for Security and Risk Management in gaming. The ESI Integrity Continuous Monitoring System provides independent real-time monitoring of lottery and pari-mutuel gaming – auditing billions of dollars of gaming world-wide every year. ESI Integrity is currently licensed at lotteries and pari-mutuel wagering sites, spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.
About Advanced Monitoring Systems Inc.
Advanced Monitoring Systems Inc. (AMS), based in Stamford, CT, is an industry leading solution provider for detection, discovery and pattern analysis. Employing proven advanced artificial intelligence technology, AMS cyber-security software automatically reviews massive amounts of data and issues alerts for suspect activity.
About Delehanty Consulting LLC.With over 22 years of lottery industry experience and related expertise in security, auditing, operations, information technology, and project management, Delehanty Consulting assists lotteries in reducing security risks and enhancing operational performance.
For More Information contact:
Alan Ahac
President, ESI Integrity Inc.
604-299-9530 ext 302
aahac@esiintegrity.com
ESI Entertainment Systems Inc.
Tony Greening
Chief Executive Officer
Telephone: (604) 299-6922 ext 298
tgreening@esi.ca
Web: www.esi.ca
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