US$3.7 billion, which was later turned down by Playtech shareholders with more than 45% voting against the deal. However, the company stated it will consider other proposals. As a result of this, in May 2022, Aristocrat announced it will launch its online casino business by the end of 2022, as the group aims to become as a leader in the emerging digital gambling industry. Additionally, Aristocrat announced a $500 million on-market share buyback to return some of the $1.3 additional funding raised for the failed bid of Playtech. Products and partnerships Aside from spinning reel slot machines, the company has interests in gambling systems (computerized network systems that manage slot machines), computerized card game simulations, electronic table games, and linked jackpot systems (such as the patented Hyperlink systems). The company has developed the Reel Power system, where players buy reels instead of lines, winning combinations in the standard configuration. Aristocrat's most prominent products have been game setups that place large progressive jackpots over a number of machines, including its Lightning Link series. The series has seen substantial popularity, to the point that Aristocrat has licensed branded areas at several North American casinos dedicated exclusively to the machines. The company has a number of distribution partnerships, including Sammy Corporation in Japan. In the U.S., Aristocrat has licensed titles to Grand Vision Gaming of Montana for use on video lottery terminals. In 2022 the company has entered into an agreement with the New England Patriots becoming the Official Betting partner of the team. As part of the contract, the Patriot’s Gillette Stadium was also branded with Aristocrat Gaming signage. The company is expected to release NFL-themed games in the fall of 2023. The game will include all the teams in the National Football League and allow players to pick up and play with their favourite team. References External links Gambling companies of Australia Slot machine manufacturers Manufacturing companies based in Sydney Manufacturing companies established in 1953 Australian brands Companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange Australian companies established in 1953