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AGA Survey: Industry Executives Positive on Gaming Outlook
The American Gaming Association’s annual Gaming Industry Outlook survey of gaming executives shows that top officials remain positive on the prospects of the industry, despite looming economic problems.
Colorado Hands $14 Million in Tax Credits to U.K. Sportsbook
The Colorado Economic Development Commission forked over $14 million in tax credits to an unnamed U.K. sports betting firm. The established company figures to spend $40 million on office...
Plans Progressing in Atlantic Club Makeover
The shuttered Atlantic Club (l.) casino-hotel is in the process of being rebuilt and refurbished into a mixed-use development including hotel towers, condominiums and a retail mall.
Missouri Attorney General Loses Lawyers
Lawyers for Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey (l.) withdrew from a case against the state filed by Torch Electronics and Warrenton Oil after Bailey’s political action committee took donations...
Michigan Charities Post $5 Million In 2022
Michigan charities’ licensed Millionaire Parties generated nearly $5 million in net profit in 2022. The number of events increased by 137 percent in 2022 compared to 2021.
South Dakota Regulators Approve New Operator
SGMSD and owner John Grant Lincoln have received licenses from the South Dakota Commission on Gaming and now can move forward with purchasing the historic Franklin Hotel and Silverado...
Lawmakers Band Together to Support NV-CA Train Line
Lawmakers from Nevada and California are joining forces to try and convince U.S. President Joe Biden to allocate billions in funding toward the construction of a high-speed train line...
New Jersey Unveils New Steps to Curb Problem Gambling
The state Attorney General Matthew Platkin (l.) delivered a speech at the East Coast Gaming Congress in Atlantic City detailing new efforts to lessen problem gambling. The steps involve...
NGC OK’s Two Dozen Regulations to Someday Change, Eliminate
The Nevada Gaming Commission has approved a total of 24 outdated gaming regulations that may be modified or removed altogether down the line.
Nebraska’s Two Casinos Set Gaming Tax Records
Open for seven months, WarHorse Lincoln and Grand Island Casino (l.) in Nebraska have set tax contribution records for three consecutive months, posting combined tax revenue of $1.55 million...
Missouri Mayor Seeks Casino License
Dennis Newberry (l.), the mayor of Lake Ozark, Missouri, thanked legislators for their support of two bills that would authorize a voter referendum to change the state constitution and...
Hofstra University Sues Nassau County Over Proposed Casino
New York’s Hofstra University is suing Nassau County, seeking to derail a proposal by Las Vegas Sands to license a casino (l.) at the current site of the Nassau...
‘Skill Game’ Supporters Rally in PA
Supporters of unregulated “skill games” rallied at the Pennsylvania Capitol in support of a bill that would establish the legality of the slot-like devices, and regulate and tax the...
A’s Partner with Stadium Contractor, but Not Culinary
Now that the Athletics have agreed to make the jump to Las Vegas, the team has started the process of procuring the necessary manpower to build and staff its...
Atlantic City Edgy About New York Casinos
New York casinos could pose a threat to Atlantic City by siphoning off gamblers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. Operators could offset the competition by bidding on NYC...
NV Tourism Created $91 Billion in Impact in ‘22; March Numbers So-So
The Nevada Resort Association’s latest economic report revealed that the state’s tourism industry generated over $90 billion in overall economic impact in 2022. In March of this year, however,...
Cleveland Hispanic Youth To Learn About Problem Gambling
The National Council on Problem Gambling awards a $40,000 grant to a Cleveland program for efforts to educate Hispanic youth about the dangers of problem gambling. Hispanic young adults...
Louisiana Casino Announces Rebranding, Expansion
This fall, Hollywood Casino in Baton Rouge (l.) will become the Queen Baton Rouge. New owners, Queen Casino & Entertainment, also plan an $85 million renovation and expansion.
State, Local Governments Allocate Treatment Funds
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (l.) signed legislation establishing the state’s Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Advisory Committee. Sheridan County, Wyoming will utilize annual allocations for prevention and treatment programs.
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June 5-9, 2023: Full Course – Online Gaming Management Masterclass, Online 5 days x 3 hours. Comprehensive online gaming training for executives and managers, with Itsik Akiva For more information visit https://www.gamingoperationsacademy.com/product/igaming/.
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June 13-15, 2023: Canadian Gaming Summit, offers multiple and creative ways to connect with your staff, peers, suppliers and clients. Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Produced by the Canadian Gaming Association and SBC For more information visit https://www.canadiangamingsummit.com.
June 14-15, 2023: Full Course – Lottery Modernization Masterclass, Online 2 days x 3 hours. How to maximise your Lottery revenue and modernize your operation., with Wendy Lawrence For more information visit https://www.gamingoperationsacademy.com/product/lottery-operations/.
June 14-18, 2023: SIGMA Americas, Sao Paulo, Brazil. SiGMA America’s first event for the market is perfectly timed to connect its wide-reaching network in the West with Latin America’s leading suppliers, operators, and affiliates. For more information visit sigma.world/americas.
June 20-23, 2023: International Gaming Summit, (IAGA) Culloden Estate and Spa, Belfast, Northern Ireland. A premier event that brings together leaders from all global gaming sectors, the Summit will provide operators, suppliers, attorneys, investors, bankers, regulators and other advisor delegates with an unparalleled opportunity to meet and discuss the most important issues facing gaming. For more information visit https://www.theiaga.org/2023-summit-preview.
June 27-28, 2023: Full Course – Online Sportsbook Fundamentals, Online 2 days x 3 hours. How to build a sportsbook, with Hugo Llanos For more information visit https://www.gamingoperationsacademy.com/product/sportsbook/.
July 17-19, 2023: AML Bootcamp + Cage Operations Conference, Sycuan Casino Resort, San Diego, CA. Join us at Sycuan Casino Resort in beautiful San Diego, CA for our single day AML Bootcamp and Cage Operations Conference. Our theme is “Learn, Connect and Belong” to this Gaming Community that is focused on best practices and education around tools and automation that enhance the gaming experience in uncertain times. For more information visit https://skiild.com.
July 19-22, 2023: SIGMA Asia, Manila, Philippines. With an eye towards new horizons, the SiGMA Group heads to Manila, connecting the sharpest minds in the sector, and bringing a vast network in the West closer to Asian suppliers, operators and affiliates. For more information visit sigma.world/asia.
August 14-16, 2023: OIGA Conference & Tradeshow, Cox Business Convention Center, Tulsa, OK. Lively, fun, informative, high-energy assembly of some of the biggest names in the gaming and hospitality industries. https://oiga.org/tradeshow.
September 4-7, 2023: SIGMA Balkins & CIS, Limassol, Cyprus. With the New Gambling Act of 2020 creating a more responsible, accountable, and well-regulated Land-based and iGaming sector in Serbia, the nation has the potential to host an even more robust, flourishing economic industry, attracting firms and talent from far beyond its shores as its local market swells. For more information visit sigma.world/cis.
September 18-21, 2023: Tribalnet Conference & Tradeshow, Town & Country Resort, San Diego, CA. For more information visit www.tribalnetconference.com.
September 19-21, 2023: SBC Summit Barcelona, Fire De Barcelona, Montjuic. The global betting and igaming show. For more information visit https://sbcevents.com/sbc-summit-barcelona.
October 9-12, 2023: Global Gaming Expo, G2E is the one place to see the people, products, and ideas to drive your business forward and define the future of gaming. Venetian Expo, Las Vegas, NV. www.globalgamingexpo.com/en-us.html
October 31-November 2, 2023: SBC Summit Latinoamerica, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, FL. The conference and trade show for senior executives in the Latin American betting and gaming industry. For more information visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-latinoamerica.
November 13-17, 2023: SIGMA Europe (Malta Week), Malta, MFCC (North Gate). Returning to its roots, SiGMA Europe attracts an international and diverse lineup of industry leaders to its annual Malta Week event, bringing a convergence of expo, conference, and networking. For more information visit sigma.world/europe.
November 22-23, 2023: BEGE, IEC, Sofia, Bulgaria. BEGE is one of the leading gaming and entertainment exhibitions in Europe. The show gathers 85+ exhibitors and over 6000 visitors from over 60 countries. Over the years, the event has gained the attention of leading companies and established itself as a preferred business venue and became meeting point for the gaming society.
For more information visit www.balkangamingexpo.com.
November 22-23, 2023: EEGS IEC, Sofia, Bulgaria. The Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) is an annual gaming conference which brings together more than 50 speakers and 300+ delegates from all over world. With hundreds of leaders and thriving companies from the land-based and online gaming industry in attendance, EEGS covers groundbreaking subjects and discussions based on the latest trends, developments, and insights.For more information visit eegamingsummit.com/.
