Gambling with Fate
How lifelong exposure to gambling led iProtekt co-founder and co-CEO Mike Borukhov (l.) to create a responsible gaming company and why that will help problem gamblers.
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Training the Best
RG24seven is bringing free and effective responsible gaming education to the global gaming community, writes CEO Wendy Anderson (l.).
A Work in Progress
RG programs are a dime a dozen, but are they effective? How can laymen disseminate the complex research surrounding the issue? Have no fear—as ICRG President Arthur Paikowsky (l.)...
Regulators Delay Decision on Playboy Chip Fund
Regulators in New Jersey have delayed a ruling on what to do with $875,000 in a closed fund that had been used by players to cash in gaming chips...
‘Blackout Drunk’ Defense Loses Case for Gambler
A heavy-spending gambler in the U.K. lost his case when he claimed the casino he was playing at plied him with cocktails and wine until he was too drunk...
URL on Maryland License Plates Leads to Gambling Website
The website printed on 798,000 Maryland license plates from 2012 to 2016 used to lead to the website of a nonprofit raising funds for the War of 1812 Bicentennial...
Players Seek Regulatory Help to Protect Against Unruly Fans
One of the problems with in-person sports is their gladiator-like setting. Players pitted against each other surrounded by fans, who are not always supportive. This becomes even more of...
Taxation, Las Vegas Style
Las Vegas is already charging resort fees, just another name for a tax. What if we charged a few other taxes that most visitors would not notice, asks Ira...
Former Spy: Casinos Must Address Security Vulnerabilities
Vaillance Group Chief Executive Officer Shawnee Delaney (l.), a former military spy, warned casinos that security threats can occur from the inside and outside, so strong vulnerability assessments and...
Top Slot Influencer to Operate Only Smoke-Free
Brian Christopher (l.), the top “slot influencer” in the business, has officially pledged to only play, promote and live-stream slots at smoke-free gaming spaces.
Isle Casino Developers Opt to Pay Fee Rather than Relocate Owls
Harrah’s, owner of the Isle Casino in Pompano Beach, Florida, has some pesky owls living on the property that is getting in the way of planned renovations, so they...
Las Vegas City Council Approves Marijuana Lounges
Cannabis consumption lounges are now headed for Las Vegas as well as unincorporated areas of Clark County, following a near-unanimous vote by the Las Vegas City Council. Licensing and...
Wynn Resorts Battles New Lawsuit from Massage Therapist
Wynn Resorts is facing a new lawsuit from Brenna Schrader, a massage therapist who has repeatedly accused former CEO Steve Wynn (l.) of sexual assault. This time, however, Schrader...
Protester at Hot Dog Contest Prompts Sportsbook Refunds
Joey Chestnut hoped to break his own record of 76 hot dogs consumed at the annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest. However, a pork protester rushed onstage (l.) and...
With Bet from Space, BetOnline Goes for Guinness Record
Following a complicated and high-tech experiment, BetOnline has become the first gaming operator to field a live bet in outer space, in hopes of achieving a world record for...
Virginia Senator Slams ‘Virginia is for Bettors’ Slogan
The Virginia Senate has unanimously approved that would fine gambling operators for using the ad slogan “Virginia is for Bettors”—a play on the familiar tourism tag, “Virginia is for...
McCarran Airport Now Harry Reid International
Las Vegas’s airport has been renamed the Harry Reid International Airport, after the former U.S. Senator who represented the state for decades. It was formerly McCarran International Airport.
Yukon Residents: Fine for Ex-Casino CEO a Wrist Slap
Last week, a former casino executive and his actress wife pleaded guilty to jumping the line to get Covid vaccines in the Yukon. Locals were disappointed by the punishment:...
Big Spender Loses London Casino Claim
A man who gambled £27 million (US$37.7 million) over five nights at a London casino has lost a court case in which he claimed that the Park Lane Club...
AGA: And Now For Some Good News
American Gaming Association President & CEO Bill Miller (l.) gave something of a “state of the industry” presentation last week and, while admitting that there are still many challenges...
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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 8-9, 2023: ICRG Conference on Gambling and Addiction, Venetian Expo, Las Vegas. Produced by the International Center for Responsible Gaming For more information visit https://www.icrg.org/events.
October 9-12, 2023: Global Gaming Expo, G2E is the catalyst for gaming – fostering innovation and driving growth by convening the global industry in one place to get business done. Don’t miss this all-in-one experience (Education: October 9-12 | Expo Hall: October 10-12). Venetian Expo, Las Vegas, NV. To register, visit: https://g2e2023.com/GGB
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/.
November 22-23, 2023: iGB L!VE North America, Javits Center, New York, NY. Connecting operators, suppliers and affiliates across all iGaming sectors. For more information visit www.igblivenorthamerica.com//.
