Vol. 8 • No. 26 • July 5, 2010, Featured Articles, FANTINI'S FINANCE
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Small News, Big Numbers
While the headlines usually boast of gaming legalization in large jurisdictions, it’s the small moves that can often make the difference for slot makers. Slot machines in bars and restaurants has the possibility of making a huge impact on the suppliers.
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WEEKLY FEATURE: VLTs Seem OK for Ohio
Two companies that will be involved in the development of Ohio’s four regional casinos have also decided to invest in racetracks, including Harrah’s purchase of Cleveland’s Thistledown (l.), as a November referendum is cancelled.
3 Bidders Remain at Aqueduct
Delaware North has dropped out of the racino race, citing credit concerns and the specter of tribal competition. That leaves three bidders from an original pack of six.
Ukraine Studying Re-introduction of Casinos
Casino gaming is said to be poised to make a comeback in Ukraine, after the entire industry was banned in May 2009. Alsart’s Lyubov Loginova expects a gaming bill to be introduced as early as this coming autumn.
More Officials, Entrepreneurs Liking Casinos for Japan
A slow but increasing movement towards casinos in Japan has been at work on a local level. Now, a group of political and business leaders hopes to have its views ready for discussion before the end of the year. Will Narita Airport host the first casino?
California Online Gaming Bill Dead for This Year
Senator Roderick Wright (l.), the chairman of a California legislative committee who was trying to garner support for an online gaming bill threw in the towel last week when opposition became insurmountable.
New York Launches Racino Effort
A bill passed in the Senate could allow Vegas-style games at racinos, including Tioga Downs (l.), which now offers VLTs, in four northern counties. The legislation would require an amendment to the state constitution.
GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: Kevin DeSanctis, President and CEO, Revel Entertainment
In this installment of the Global Gaming Business Podcast, Revel Entertainment President & CEO Kevin DeSanctis sits down with Casino Connection Publisher Roger Gros and Editor Frank Legato to talk about the prospects for the opening of his property, which is crucial to the overall success of Atlantic City.




