System and method for hosting and managing a live game
US10643424B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 22, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 5, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 25, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F9/04
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and method for hosting and managing a live game are disclosed which includes a live gaming table for live players and a live dealer. In an embodiment an application configures a player's mobile device to receive an invitation from a casino to play the table game based upon the player being, based upon location aware technology, being in or near the casino. Accepting the invention permits the player to reserve a position at the gaming table and displays a machine readable code at the player's mobile device. The player positions at the gaming table include video display and player input devices (VDPIDs) and a code reader to read the displayed code and access the player's electronic account. Using the VDPID the player may convert between electronic funds and physical gaming chips, participate in video bonus event play and back-bet on other players.
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