IGT (20240346880). WIN POOLING simplified abstract

WIN POOLING

Organization Name

IGT

Inventor(s)

Robert Silva of Reno NV (US)

Dwayne Nelson of Las Vegas NV (US)

WIN POOLING - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240346880 titled 'WIN POOLING

The patent application is focused on managing player pools, which are competitive groups of gamblers who can join and compete against each other for awards or recognition.

• Players from different casinos or gaming venues can compete against each other within their respective player pools.
• Player pools can be ranked based on factors such as amount won, amount wagered, or specific categories like flush or royal flush.
• Contributions of players to the player pool can be tracked using player loyalty accounts.
• The innovation allows for organized competition and tracking of player performance across different venues.

1. 1. 1. Potential Applications:

This technology can be applied in online gambling platforms, casinos, and gaming tournaments to enhance competition and engagement among players.

1. 1. 1. Problems Solved:

This technology addresses the need for organized player competitions and tracking of player performance across different venues.

1. 1. 1. Benefits:

- Increased engagement and competition among players - Enhanced tracking and analysis of player performance - Potential for increased revenue for casinos and gaming venues

1. 1. 1. Commercial Applications:

Title: "Enhancing Player Competition in Casinos and Gaming Venues" This technology can be commercialized by online gambling platforms, casinos, and gaming venues to attract and retain players through organized competitions and rewards.

1. 1. 1. Prior Art:

Research into similar technologies in the field of online gambling platforms and player tracking systems can provide insights into prior art related to this technology.

1. 1. 1. Frequently Updated Research:

Stay updated on advancements in player pool management systems, online gambling platforms, and player tracking technologies to enhance the functionality and features of this innovation.

1. 1. 1. 1. Questions about Player Pool Management:

1. How does this technology improve player engagement and competition in casinos and gaming venues?

  - This technology enhances player engagement by organizing competitive player pools and tracking player performance across different venues.

2. What are the potential benefits for casinos and gaming venues implementing this player pool management system?

  - Casinos and gaming venues can benefit from increased player engagement, enhanced tracking of player performance, and potentially increased revenue through organized competitions.

Original Abstract Submitted

embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to managing player pools, i.e., competitive groups of gamblers. according to embodiments described herein, players can join player pools and compete against each other. the winning player pool can receive some award or recognition. in one embodiment players from different casinos or gaming venues can compete against each other. that is, each casino or gaming venue can form a player pool of players. the player pools can be ranked by amount won, amount wagered, amount won on a feature (bonus), amount won on a category, e.g., flush, royal flush, etc., and/or other factors. as members of the player pools play, their contribution to the player pool can be recorded. for example, player loyalty accounts can be used to track the contributions and know which members are part of the player pool.