NetEnt seals licensing agreement with PokerStars in New Jersey

NetEnt has entered into a licence agreement with Amaya-owned online gaming brand PokerStars in the US state of New Jersey.

Under the deal, NetEnt will supply desktop and mobile games to PokerStars, which this week began a soft launch period in the state ahead of a scheduled full launch next week.

NetEnt, which already has partnerships with a number of major operators in the state, will now apply for a transactional waiver from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement to launch operations with, PokerStars.

The company's application for a full licence is still under review from regulators in the state.

“We’re pleased to extend our successful global partnership with NetEnt to the New Jersey market; integrating NetEnt’s top tier games will be an important part of developing into one of the leaders in online casino in New Jersey,” Amaya’s director of casino Sam Hobcraft said.

Björn Krantz, managing director of NetEnt Americas, added: “PokerStars is one of the biggest online gaming power houses in the world, and the agreement is yet more proof of the trust and confidence that exists in NetEnt’s operational and portfolio capabilities.

“I am confident that PokerStars’ US player community will enjoy the enhanced player experience offered through our game portfolio.”

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