LAS VEGAS, May 12, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Cash Access, Inc. ("GCA"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Global Cash Access Holdings, Inc. (the Company) (NYSE:GCA), a global provider of fully integrated cash access, cash handling and business intelligence solutions for gaming establishments, today announced an extension of its multi-year contract with Native American Cash Systems of Florida, Inc. (NACSF) to provide its suite of cash access solutions on its behalf to the Seminole Tribe of Florida ("Seminole") utilizing GCA's CXC 4.0 kiosks. Through direct relationships with the NACSF and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, GCA's integrated cash-to-floor solutions will continue to be deployed at all Seminole casinos in the State of Florida.

"NACSF is one of GCA's premier long-term partners and GCA is honored to have been selected to continue providing our suite of integrated solutions to NACSF and the Seminole casinos," said Scott Dowty, Executive Vice President Sales and Chief Marketing Officer, GCA. "As GCA enhances and expands our cash-to-floor solutions, it's important to have partners who share our innovative vision. NACSF and the Seminole properties value the unique benefits of our solutions and GCA is proud of this important strategic partnership," added Scott Dowty.

"NACSF is reinvesting in GCA as we have recognized GCA's commitment to providing innovative and integrated product and service solutions, which will continue to reduce our overhead burden while simultaneously increasing patron play. NACSF requires a strategic partner as we consider expansion plans for Seminole properties and GCA is the perfect fit," said Paula Bowers-Sanchez, President, and NACSF.

Seminole Tribe of Florida casinos will expand their existing fleet of GCA CXC 4.0 kiosks. The CXC 4.0 kiosk platform is an integrated full service solution for ticket redemption, bill breaking and cash access services. Using GCA's patented ATM 3-in-1-rollover technology, CXC 4.0 offers maximum feature functionality and ease in delivering cash to the casino floor.

"GCA's CXC 4.0 kiosks provide our players with a one-stop shop for all cash access and redemption services while allowing our employees to focus on casino operations. Utilizing technology that provides the best customer experience is critical for the success of our casinos," said Jim Allen, President and Chairman of Hard Rock International and CEO of Seminole Gaming.

About Global Cash Access, Inc.

Las Vegas-based Global Cash Access, Inc. ("GCA"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Global Cash Access Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of fully integrated cash access solutions and related services to approximately 1,000 casinos and other gaming properties in the United States, Europe, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America and Asia. GCA's services provide gaming patrons access to cash through a variety of solutions, including ATM cash withdrawals, point-of-sale debit card transactions, credit card transactions, check verification and warranty services, and Western Union money transfers. GCA is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fully integrated cash handling devices and related software. GCA also provides solutions and services that improve credit decision-making, automate cashier operations, document management and enhance patron marketing activities for gaming establishments. With its proprietary database of gaming patron credit history and transaction data on millions of gaming patrons worldwide, GCA is recognized for successfully developing and deploying technological innovations that increase client profitability, operational efficiency and customer loyalty. GCA also provides online payment processing services for States that offer intra-state internet-based gaming and lottery activities. GCA is an active member of the National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA). More information is available at GCA's website at www.gcainc.com.

CONTACT: GCA Communications:
         Scott Dowty
         702-262-5035
         sdowty@gcamail.com