The Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, owner of Foxwoods Resort Casino, is to partner with GameAccount Network to explore online gaming opportunities in the US, subject to regulatory approval.
In a statement the tribe said: "The alliance brings together the owners and operators of the largest resort casino in North America and one of Europe's leading independent privately owned internet gaming system and software providers.
"The parties will initially focus on play-for-fun online gaming opportunities in the US and in the event that legislation is enacted allowing real-money wagering, the parties will utilise GameAccount's cutting-edge technology and platform to ensure a safe and fair game for all players."
Foxwoods.com will begin offering free-play internet gaming later this year, the tribe said. Rodney Butler, tribal chairman, added: "The Mashantucket Pequot Tribe has long been a leader in brick-and-mortar casino operations and with the help of GameAccount we aim to take the same leadership position in regulated online gaming in the US.
"Our shared vision unites GameAccount's technical capabilities with our Foxwoods brand and our leadership in casino management."
