GSA Welcomes IGT as Platinum Member

LAS VEGAS – (PRESS RELEASE) -- Membership in GSA has grown again, this time with International Game Technology joining as a Platinum Member. IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the fourth platinum member to join GSA in 2005, and brings the organization's worldwide membership to 70.

International Game Technology is a global company specializing in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and sales of computerized gaming machines and systems products.

GSA President Peter DeRaedt said, "IGT's participation, support and contributions are most welcome. We believe their participation will continue to enhance what GSA has already developed, leading to an even stronger global standard for the gaming industry. I believe the time has come to turn the page and continue to stay focused on what is best for our industry."

Also joining GSA's ranks as Silver Members are Shuffle Master Inc. and Dakota Nation Gaming Enterprise. Additionally Radical Blue Gaming has joined as an Advisory member.

GSA offers multiple levels of membership ranging from Platinum, Gold and Silver to Advisory and Affiliate, each with a wide range of benefits.