Vol. 10 • No. 19 • May 14, 2012 - Print This Issue
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Rich Geller
Rich Geller has been writing, editing and translating articles and promotional material about and for the international gaming industry since 1990. His articles have appeared in American and British trade and consumer publications, as well as online. He has worked on projects with international casino operators as a writer and translator. An early supporter of poker in Europe, in 2000 Geller became a founding director of the World Headsup Poker Organisation, which company created the first successful heads-up poker tournament format and was first to incorporate the now ubiquitous “peek” camera in its televised tournaments. He has worked with the Casino Connection International family of publications since becoming involved with Poker BIZ magazine in 2005, and assisted with the first and second World Poker Congress.
A New Century
Sun, Dec 28, 2008
The African subsidiary of Century Casinos, Inc. is being acquired by Tsogo Sun Gaming (Pty) Limited of South Africa. The deal involves the Caledon Hotel, Spa & Casino, near Cape Town (l.), and Century Casino Newcastle, in Newcastle, South Africa. Century Casinos Africa (Pty) Limited owns and operates the Caledon and owns 60 percent of the Newcastle property, for which it also provides technical casino services.
WEEKLY FEATURE: Aspers Takes U.K. Olympic Gold
Fri, Mar 18, 2011
Aspers Group has won the large casino license granted the London Borough of Newham. The choice of Aspers puts the casino in the heart of ongoing 2012 Olympics construction and on-track to open for the big event. But the losing bidders may decide to continue the contest in court.
WEEKLY FEATURE: Okada Sets Sights on Manila
Fri, Sep 30, 2011
The Philippines is in for renewed attention now that Japanese firm Universal Entertainment is moving forward with plans for two casinos and three hotels in Manila. Heavyweight UE head Kazuo Okada, who serves on the Wynn Resorts board, plans to make casinos the main business of the traditional machine manufacturer.
How History Deprived Los Angeles of Indian Casinos
Sun, Nov 27, 2011
Although it is potentially the most prosperous gaming market in California, Los Angeles County does not include any Indian casinos. The reasons are many and date back to the formation of the state.
Hooters Seeks Safeguard Against Collections
Sat, Feb 11, 2012
Does a statute protecting distressed Nevada homeowners from aggressive collection agencies apply to commercial real estate defaults too?