New York Casino Board Gets First 3 Members
A college president and two former government officers have joined New York’s casino siting board. The three constitute a quorum, and can begin work right away. Two others will...
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BCLC’s Graydon Flips to Paragon
Casino critics and others see a possible conflict of interest as Michael Graydon, former CEO of the British Columbia Lottery Commission, takes over a proposed $535 million casino.
Bally: SHFL Acquisition Doubled Earnings
Bally Technologies reports that Bally’s earnings more than doubled for the 37 days of 2013 after finalization of its acquisition of SHFL entertainment.
Aristocrat to Change Leadership Structure
Aristocrat Leisure Limited announced that it will implement a new leadership structure, including appointment of a global chief operating officer. In addition, Atul Bali (l.) has resigned as president...
Inspired Lands Italian VLT Deal
Inspired Gaming has signed an agreement with Italian operator Cogetech to supply VLTs for Cogetech venues across the country.
Quixant to Supply Platforms for Ainsworth
Quixant will supply a series of operating platforms for new slot machines to Ainsworth Game Technology under a new five-year partnership agreement.
Sportech Announces Connecticut Milestones
Sportech announced that it has completed a major upgrade of its MyWinners.com website for Connecticut race wagering, and opened a new OTB facility in Bradley.
The Name Game
The name of Caesars Entertainment’s new boutique hotel in Las Vegas sounds very high-class. But so far, the name Cromwell has received jeers for recalling a bloody English ruler.
Trump for Governor?
Donald Trump, the billionaire former casino owner and “Apprentice” star is openly wooing the GOP in New York State. Trump says he would consider a run for governor if...
Who Will Win the Lion’s Share?
Why do people line up to play a 20-year-old slot machine at the MGM Grand in Vegas? Because the progressive Lion’s Share slot has never produced a jackpot. And...
Caesars to Restructure $23 Billion in Debt
A subsidiary of Caesars Entertainment Corp. is working with investment bank Lazard Ltd. to restructure $23 billion in long-term debt. The massive debt load is a record for the...
SJM Breaks Ground on Cotai
Macau casino giant SJM held a ceremonial groundbreaking last week (l.) for its megaresort on Cotai. The company, still the city’s market-share leader, is targeting a 2017 opening and...
Bloomberry Raises $254M. to Expand Solaire
Despite a challenging first year, Manila’s Solaire Resort & Casino will be expanding to the tune of 300 new hotel suites, a shopping mall, a showroom and a nightclub....
Another Party Heard From in Wisconsin
Menominee Chairwoman Laurie Boivin (l.), who recently replaced Craig Corn, delivered a noncontroversial “State of the Tribes” speech, barely mentioning her tribe's proposed $800 million Hard Rock casino in...
Business As Usual in Massachusetts
The year 2014 may be one of many “firsts” when it comes to Massachusetts gaming, such as the first slots and casino resort licenses being issued and possibly a...
NIGA Chairman Calls for More Indian Participation in Internet Gaming Debate
Ernie Stevens (l.), the chairman of the National Indian Gaming Association, is insisting that gaming tribes should have a place at the table as the federal government decides whether...
SkyCity Weighs Brisbane Bid
New Zealand casino giant SkyCity CEO Nigel Morrison (l.) may take on Australian rivals Echo and Crown for a shot at a new casino license being offered in Brisbane....
Illinois Gambling Proponents Optimistic
An expanded gambling bill, similar to one that died in committee last year, has a good chance of moving forward in the Illinois legislature. State Rep. Bob Rita's (l.)...
New Hampshire Governor Doubles Down on Casino
A year after her first efforts to bring a casino to New Hampshire failed, Governor Maggie Hassan (l.) isn’t afraid to try again. The Senate has passed a casino...
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October 29-31: SBC Summit Latin America, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, FL. Produced by SBC. For more information visit sbcevents.com.
November 1: Women of Inspiration, Las Vegas, Nevada. Produced by Women in Sports & Events (WISE) Las Vegas. For more information visit lasvegas.wiseworks.org/las-vegas/wise-events/chapter-events.
November 11-14: SiGMA Europe, Mediterranean Maritime Hub, Xatt il-Molijet, Marsa, Malta. Produced by SiGMA Group. For more information visit sigma.world/europe/.
November 27-28: Eastern European Gaming Summit, Inter Expo Center, Sofia, Bulgaria. Produced by the Association of Gaming Industry in Bulgaria. For more information visit eegamingsummit.com.
November 27-28: GAT Caribe Cancun, Cancun International Convention Center, Cancun, Mexico. Produced by 3A Producciones. For more information visit 3aproducciones.com/.
December 2-4: Thai Entertainment Complex Summit, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Bangkok, Thailand. Produced by Winna Media. For more information visit winnamedia.com/.
December 4: Global Regulatory Awards, Grand Connaught Rooms, London, UK. Produced by Vixio. For more information visit gamblingcomplianceawards.com/.
December 9-11: Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/.
December 12-15: National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, Caesars New Orleans. For more information visit www.NCLGS.org.
January 20-22: ICE Barcelona, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Produced by Clarion Gaming. For more information visit www.icegaming.com.
January 27-29: AML Fundamentals + AML for Casinos, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island. Gain insights into latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges for casinos. Produced by Skilld. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event-2025 or contact events@skiild.com/888.333.3039.
November 1: Women of Inspiration, Las Vegas, Nevada. Produced by Women in Sports & Events (WISE) Las Vegas. For more information visit lasvegas.wiseworks.org/las-vegas/wise-events/chapter-events.
November 11-14: SiGMA Europe, Mediterranean Maritime Hub, Xatt il-Molijet, Marsa, Malta. Produced by SiGMA Group. For more information visit sigma.world/europe/.
November 27-28: Eastern European Gaming Summit, Inter Expo Center, Sofia, Bulgaria. Produced by the Association of Gaming Industry in Bulgaria. For more information visit eegamingsummit.com.
November 27-28: GAT Caribe Cancun, Cancun International Convention Center, Cancun, Mexico. Produced by 3A Producciones. For more information visit 3aproducciones.com/.
December 2-4: Thai Entertainment Complex Summit, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Bangkok, Thailand. Produced by Winna Media. For more information visit winnamedia.com/.
December 4: Global Regulatory Awards, Grand Connaught Rooms, London, UK. Produced by Vixio. For more information visit gamblingcomplianceawards.com/.
December 9-11: Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/.
December 12-15: National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, Caesars New Orleans. For more information visit www.NCLGS.org.
January 20-22: ICE Barcelona, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Produced by Clarion Gaming. For more information visit www.icegaming.com.
January 27-29: AML Fundamentals + AML for Casinos, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island. Gain insights into latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges for casinos. Produced by Skilld. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event-2025 or contact events@skiild.com/888.333.3039.
