Tag: North America
C3 Gaming launches, offers free data service
Veteran gaming and hospitality consultants announce the formation of Casino Consultants Consortium known as C3 Gaming.
Caesars celebrates record EBITDA
Following the William Hill acquisition Caesars has rebranded its sports betting operations and launched a new marketing campaign, while CEO Tom Reeg said it will likely sell one of its its eight Las Vegas Strip properties in 2022.
Dominic Ortiz named GM of Potawatomi Hotel and Casino
The Forest County Potawatomi have named Dominic Ortiz as the new CEO and general manager of Potawatomi Hotel and Casino in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Ortiz replaces Rodney Ferguson who stepped down at the start of April.
Konami celebrates “exceptionally strong arrival” for Ocean Spin in the US
Offering a wide mix of bonus experiences for players, the linked jackpot series by Konami Gaming is now available in North America.
e-gaming: “We’re working hard in all areas of our business”
e-gaming shares some of its latest news including a new game pack for Belgium, together with a new, fully certified, version of its VLT and Casino slots software for the Slovakian market.
IGT Launches the PeakSlant32
The first slot cabinet in North America with three 32” displays, IGT’s PeakSlant32 is backed by extensive research and high-performing content.
Online gaming risks cannibalising established landbased sector
As an increasing number of US states look to legalise online gaming and sports betting, Steve Norton, chairman and CEO of Norton Management and a former casino executive holding senior roles at Sands, Gold River Gaming and Argosy Gaming among others, asks if region governments aren’t robbing Peter to pay Paul.
Spintec enters the US market with Dynamic Gaming Solutions
Spintec Gaming Technology from Slovenia, a global leader in Electronic Table Games (ETGs), and Dynamic Gaming Solutions from USA have entered an exclusive..
“G2E provides a stage for Novomatic to showcase the depth and breadth of our product offerings”
A name synonymous with technology and innovation, Novomatic continues to grow its presence across North America reports Jens Einhaus, VP of International..
NOVOMATIC’S sports betting kiosk debuts in North America
NOVOMATIC’S latest in Sports Betting Kiosk Solutions Showcases Growth in U.S.
The NOVOMATIC F-V830 full-service Sports Betting Kiosk made its debut in North America on Tuesday, November 20th, following the opening of DraftKings Sportsbook at Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, confirming a clear focus of accelerated growth in the U.S.
The market-leading Sports Betting Kiosks, combined with Kambi’s sports betting...
Interblock grows adds Gaming Expert to North America Team
Luxury gaming manufacturer Interblock has appointed gaming expert Mario DiGuiseppe as Gaming Operations Manager in North America. In his role he will add to the company’s Gaming Operations department supporting the mid-west region of the country by serving as a liaison between our customers and all departments within Interblock from R&D to Sales.
“We are privileged to welcome Mario to...
Clarion bring forward ICE North America campaign following ‘unprecedented’ demand
In response to an unprecedented demand for stand space, sponsorship and speaking opportunities, organizer, Clarion Gaming has launched its marketing campaign a full nine months ahead of the historic show opening its doors. The dedicated web site is now live at icenorthamerica.com...
Tribal casino project looks to bonds for funding
The Estom Yumeka Maidu tribe of California has made provisions for the issuing of $440m in collateral-backed bonds in order to finance the construction of a casino resort.
It has been reported that the proposed project, to be situated in Yuba County if undertaken, could be run by a national operator, with the Hard Rock International name being referenced in...
East windsor finally gets federal approval
A compact amendment that will see the the tribal joint venture in East Windsor, Connecticut has finally been given approval by the Bureau of Indian Affairs after more than a year of stalling.
Following more than a year of incomprehensible delay the Department of Interior’s Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) has finally acted to positive effect regarding the tribal joint...
Penn Gaming secures more acquisition approvals
Penn National Gaming has moved a step closer to becoming one of the largest regional casino operators after further approvals have been granted for its acquisition of Pinnacle Entertainment.
The deal, which would have a market impact far outside of Pennsylvania received conditional approval from both the West Virginia Lottery Commission and the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board last month and...
Atlantic City revenues fail to reach heights of ‘lucky’ year in May
According to figures released by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement revenues at Atlantic City’s brick and mortar properties fell short of 2017’s results by 7 percent.
Once online gaming is factored in revenues only dropped by 5.1 percent from 2017, but seemingly poor performances on the venue floor are not necessarily down to waning customer interest or player...
AGEM announces nine new members
The Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers has announced that its Board of Directors has approved the membership applications of nine new companies, bringing the trade group comprised of the world’s leading gaming suppliers to a total of 166.
Sports Betting to open new doors for US lotteries
"The next big growth category” is how Brad Cummings, Founder and CEO at EquiLottery, has described the potential development of live sports lotteries on the back of the recent ruling by the Supreme Court on the Murphy vs. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) case...
Clarion underlines GiGse’s role following SCOTUS ruling
Clarion Gaming’s Head of Industry Insight and Engagement, Ewa Bakun has welcomed the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Murphy vs. National Collegiate Athletic Association case as a key launchpad for the legalisation of sports betting...
Anticipation of SCOTUS ruling drives GiGse attendance
Ewa Bakun, who leads the team responsible for curating the 2018 edition of GiGse believes that this year's confirmed speakers are the key decision makers likely to shape the future of the regulated sports betting market in the United States...
Over 30 thought leaders to speak at GiGse
This year's GiGse will feature more than 30 speakers who will deliver 13+ hours of insight and 7+ hours of networking covering the entire spectrum of North American gambling, gaming and betting in 2018.
EquiLottery CEO talks next level lotteries ahead of GiGse
If you thought lotteries were an analogue product limping along in a digital world, then the message from Brad Cummings is think again! Ahead of his dedicated lottery presentation at this year’s GiGse, the CEO of EquiLottery explores the potential to engage with Millennials, how experiential equals positive PR, the sector’s digital footprint and why, if you are itching...
GiGse continues to hit the high notes with C-Suiters
GiGse continues to prove itself as the 'must attend' event for North American facing senior gaming professionals with 73% of delegates registered for this year’s edition classified as being Director or above.
The concentration of ‘C-Suiters’ is amongst the highest found in the Clarion Gaming portfolio and on a similar standing to the Latin American facing Juegos Miami, which is co-located alongside...
Influential US thought leaders added to GiGse agenda
GiGse, one of the most popular networking and knowledge exchange events for US facing C-Level gaming professionals, has added to its packed two-day programme securing a further five inspiring speakers.
With specialisms in demographics, legislation and sports betting, the quartet of industry experts comprise: Scott Butera, Commissioner at Arena Football League; Susan Dolinski, VP Communications and Public Affairs at BCLC;...
nQube: Winning GiGse LaunchPad was ‘pivotal’
nQube, which specializes in the development of artificial intelligence-based algorithms and software, has described winning the 2017 GiGse LaunchPad competition as a pivotal development in the company’s history and praised the initiative for giving a voice to small, innovative companies seeking to enter the gaming space.
The company, based out of Winnipeg, Canada, won the GiGse 2017 LaunchPad with their...
Juegos Miami introduce personal exhibition tours
Clarion Gaming, organisers of Juegos Miami the invitation-only meeting place for the LatAm, South American and Caribbean facing industries (The Biltmore Hotel, Miami, May 31 – June 1), has launched a new initiative with the introduction of personal shopper style curated tours covering the exhibition floor and including the various networking opportunities that exist alongside the co-located GiGse.
The ‘personal...
GiGse Launchpad invites submissions from Latin America
The 2018 edition of GiGse Launchpad, the competition which puts enterprising start-ups in front of investor judges and senior gaming executives from both the online and offline sectors, promises to be one of the most international on record.
Following GiGse’s co-location with Juegos Miami at The Biltmore, Miami (May 31 - June 1, 2018), the scope of Launchpad will include...
Clarion Gaming co-locate two major brands in Miami
Fresh from another successful ICE London, Kate Chambers and her team at Clarion Gaming will be shifting focus from the cold climes of the UK in February to the much warmer prospect of Miami in May for the first ever co-located editions of the LatAm facing Juegos Miami and its North American older cousin, GiGse. In her role as...
Florida gambling ballot may go before votes
It is being claimed by an anti-gambling expansion pressure group in Florida that it has received enough signatures to have a special ballot provision put before a public vote at the next midterm elections in November.
The Voters in Charge organisation announced that it has garnered more than 800,000 signatures on its Voter Control of Gambling amendment and will in...
Indiana opens first tribal casino amid questions over competition
An Indiana tribe, currently operating gaming premises in Michigan, has opened a casino in its home state and in turn raised issues over taxation disparity with commercial operations.
The Indiana casino market has seen the entrance of its first ever tribal premises, in a move that highlights the gaming taxation disparity prevalent in the nation.
The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians...
