Light & Wonder launches RapidPlay cashless payments at Crystal Bay Casino
RapidPlay debuts in Nevada using QR-enabled open banking; no app or loyalty card required.
Key Takeaways
- Light & Wonder Inc deployed RapidPlay at Crystal Bay Casino in Nevada in the first commercial installation.
- RapidPlay uses QR codes and open banking to transfer funds at a slot without an app or a loyalty card.
- Payment service provider Koin collaborated on the Crystal Bay Casino deployment.
- RapidPlay is approved for deployment in Nevada and expansion depends on regulatory approvals.
Light & Wonder Inc has deployed its RapidPlay cashless payment system for the first time at Crystal Bay Casino in Nevada, the supplier announced in a Monday press release. RapidPlay is approved for deployment in Nevada, and Light & Wonder said expansion into other jurisdictions is planned subject to regulatory approvals.
Deployment at Crystal Bay Casino
The initial installation at Crystal Bay Casino in Nevada was carried out in collaboration with payment service provider Koin. Players transfer funds directly at a slot machine using a personal mobile device by scanning a QR code. The supplier said the transfer uses open banking technology and does not require players to download an application or use a casino loyalty card.
How RapidPlay works
RapidPlay lets a player scan a QR code on a machine and move funds from their account to the slot via open banking rails. Light & Wonder positioned the system as a way to let players access funds at the terminal while avoiding app installs or loyalty-card requirements. The company said Nevada approval is in place and additional rollouts will follow after regulators sign off.
Industry and operator quotes
"We’re proud to collaborate with Crystal Bay Casino to debut this solution and deliver a faster, more seamless experience for players while creating meaningful value for operators," said Muthu Palanichamy, senior vice president and general manager for global systems at Light & Wonder.
Eric Roe, general manager at Crystal Bay Casino, said: "Being the first casino to deploy RapidPlay reflects our commitment to embracing new technology that adds convenience for our guests."
Light & Wonder framed the launch as the first commercial deployment of RapidPlay in the US gaming market. For further details on payments integrations, see payments and related terminal deployments at casino.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was RapidPlay first installed?
RapidPlay was first installed at Crystal Bay Casino in Nevada, according to a Monday press release from Light & Wonder Inc.
Does RapidPlay require a mobile app or loyalty card?
RapidPlay does not require a mobile application or a casino loyalty card; players scan a QR code at the slot and transfer funds via open banking using their personal mobile device.
Who provided payments integration for the launch?
Payment service provider Koin collaborated with Light & Wonder on the Crystal Bay Casino deployment.
Is RapidPlay cleared for use outside Nevada?
RapidPlay is approved for deployment in Nevada; Light & Wonder said expansion into other jurisdictions is planned but subject to regulatory approvals.
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Priya Nair covers payments and fintech in the gambling industry — processor and PSP deals, payment-method launches, crypto rails, and the compliance shifts that decide what players can actually use at the cashier. The stories lead with the deal or launch, name the companies and methods precisely, and translate the jargon into what operators and players gain or lose. From open-banking pilots to stablecoin settlement and chargeback rules, Priya Nair follows the money the industry runs on.
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