NTN Buzztime, formerly known as Buzztime Entertainment, Inc., is a U.S.-based provider of real-time interactive entertainment solutions for bars, restaurants and hospitality venues. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, the company operates a network that delivers trivia games, live audience participation contests and digital signage content through proprietary hardware and software platforms. NTN Buzztime’s system is designed to enhance guest engagement, drive repeat business and support venue managers with actionable data analytics.
The company’s offerings include interactive trivia tournaments, mobile app integrations and beverage management tools that allow operators to monitor drink sales in real time. NTN Buzztime licenses its content to a diverse customer base that ranges from local pubs to national chains, helping venues create competitive gaming nights and loyalty programs. Its platform supports both standalone terminals and web-based interfaces, enabling guests to participate via tabletop screens or personal devices.
Founded in 1983 by entrepreneur Sheldon Preis, NTN Buzztime originally launched its home trivia network before shifting focus to out-of-home entertainment in the mid-1990s. The company went public on the American Stock Exchange in 1996 and rebranded to NTN Buzztime in 2012 to reflect its broadened technological capabilities. Over the years, it has expanded its geographic footprint to serve key markets across North America and has developed a content library that is updated daily by an in-house creative team.
Today, NTN Buzztime is led by a seasoned management team with deep expertise in interactive media, hospitality marketing and technology development. The company’s executive leadership emphasizes ongoing innovation, strategic partnerships and customer-driven enhancements as it seeks to maintain its position as a leading provider of social gaming and engagement solutions for the on-premise hospitality industry.
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