September 14th, 2009 by Arjan Olsder Posted in Gambling | No Comments »
Sky, an operator of interactive TV, mobile and internet services in the UK has announced that it will make it's casino services available in mobile through a partnership with WagerWorks.
With the implementation, consumers can gamle on all Sky's platforms through the use of a single wallet solution called Orbis. This lowers the barriers for consumers to gable on the go. Wagerworks does put a stamp on the mobile game offering as it's offering all it's licensed brands like Monopoly and Elvis Top 20.
Simon Murphy, Head of Business Development at WagerWorks said, “This contract with Sky supports the similar strategies of both IGT and Sky to provide a fully integrated multi-channel package for players. Through integrating the WagerWorks mobile solution Sky now operates one of the most comprehensive interactive gaming options in the market, allowing their players to experience the same great games online, via interactive television and now mobile.”
Speaking for Sky, John Parsonage said, “We are delighted to offer Sky players the ability to play their favourite games where they want and when they want. With the addition of mobile gaming, WagerWorks has proved itself to be very forward thinking with its content and technology and it is a development which not only enhances the Sky package available, but works in line with our strategy."