January 6, 2021 In the United States and lottery and gaming machines innovator International Game Technology (IGT) has reportedly just been granted a patent that could soon allow punters to play a range of land-based slots utilizing cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin. According to a Tuesday report from the Bloomberg news service, the New York-listed developer has received authorization for technology that permits players to transfer cryptocurrency between their casino and external accounts so as to be able to use the digital assets as a payment option on land-based games such as Megabucks and Wheel of Fortune. Demographic dimension: IGT reportedly told the news service that the move will almost certainly allow his firm to