IGT: comunicazione relativa alle indagini su alcuni dipendenti della controllata Lottomatica in Italia

29/10/2020 06:17

LONDRA, 29 ottobre 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT" o la "Società") (NYSE: IGT) e la sua controllata Lottomatica Holding Srl ("Lottomatica") hanno rilasciato oggi un commento in merito all'indagine della Autorità Giudiziaria su presunte condotte illecite da parte di quattro dipendenti, due ex dipendenti e persone a loro vicine, finalizzate ad accedere in maniera fraudolenta ai sistemi di Lottomatica, allo scopo di identificare e riscuotere quattro biglietti vincenti della lotteria "Gratta e Vinci".

IGT, pienamente consapevole della gravità di tale condotta, ha collaborato dal principio con le Autorità competenti, al fine di supportare le indagini sulla presunta condotta illecita e tutelare l'integrità delle attività della società e gli interessi dei propri clienti. La Società ha provveduto a sospendere dal servizio in via cautelativa i quattro dipendenti appena venuta a conoscenza dell'indagine.

IGT sta dedicando considerevoli risorse per valutare attentamente i fatti, anche attraverso il supporto di consulenti esterni che affiancano la Società nella propria indagine interna su quanto accaduto. IGT ha inoltre adottato misure tempestive per rafforzare i propri processi interni, progettati per prevenire attività criminali e fraudolente e rafforzare ulteriormente i sistemi di sicurezza all'avanguardia di cui è già dotata.

IGT è impegnata nel rispetto degli obblighi nei confronti dei soggetti regolatori e dei propri clienti, e nel garantire che le proprie attività siano condotte secondo i massimi standard di integrità. La Società continuerà a collaborare con le autorità con la massima trasparenza al fine di supportarle nelle indagini in corso.

About IGT

IGT (NYSE:IGT) is the global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and Lotteries to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 12,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

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