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All golfers know you have to carry your swing through to the end—a lesson to be learned in today’s environment.

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All golfers know you have to carry your swing through to the end—a lesson to be learned in today’s environment.

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A new study has concluded that casino workers are at no greater risk for developing gambling problems than the general public, and in fact, that exposure to gambling products can in some cases lower the chances of gambling addiction. The study, conducted by gaming academic Sudhir Kale and two problem gambling researchers, Zhonglu Zeng and… Read more »

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A new study has concluded that casino workers are at no greater risk for developing gambling problems than the general public, and in fact, that exposure to gambling products can in some cases lower the chances of gambling addiction. The study, conducted by gaming academic Sudhir Kale and two problem gambling researchers, Zhonglu Zeng and… Read more »

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Taiwan-based slot supplier Jumbo Technology will move ahead with plans to release a series of new products to celebrate its 20th anniversary, despite worldwide shutdowns due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Jumbo hopes to help re-energize the market upon resumption via a new Long Yi Fa Jackpot Link and its Fortune Treasure slot game. “Players can… Read more »

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The management and board of directors of gaming supplier Everi Holdings Inc. have implemented measures “to maintain balance sheet flexibility and preserve liquidity,” given the disruption caused by the Covid-19 virus and resulting casino shutdowns. In April, the company announced targeted furloughs and company-wide salary reductions. It also drew down $35 million on its revolving… Read more »

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The Gauselmann Group, the German amusement giant and parent company of Merkur Gaming, has bought a majority stake in Bede Gaming, a U.K.-based online gaming platform supplier. The acquisition will help Gauselmann increase its digital presence and gain a foothold in the North American lottery market, where it currently is a partner to the Ontario… Read more »

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Aruze Gaming has launched three video slot games on its Muso cabinet series. Cai Fu Yun Dragon, Cai Fu Yun Fortune and Cai Fu Yun Lion are now available on the Muso Triple-27 and Muso Triple 27HB. All three five-reel, 243-way games feature a wheel in the top box that’s activated when three wild symbols… Read more »

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Stock analysts covering the gaming industry have been paying particular attention to the supply sector, which was sent reeling as sales ground to a halt and their customers shut down for the duration of the Covid-19 pandemic. IGT, Scientific Games, Everi, AGS and others recently announced various levels of furloughs affecting employees across their markets.… Read more »

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Table game supplier TCSJohnHuxley has switched its production facility from manufacturing gaming equipment to produce disposable face shields for health care professionals on the front lines of the fight against Covid-19. TCSJohnHuxley realigned the 3D printer at its Development Division in York, England to produce the much-needed plastic face shields for the National Health Service… Read more »

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I can live without buffets, but don’t touch my coffee shop—and how the heck am I going to play craps?

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International Game Technology Plc. recently appointed Massimiliano (Max) Chiara as executive vice president and chief financial officer. Chiara also joined IGT’s board of directors. Chiara joins IGT from CNH Industrial N.V., where he most recently served as chief financial officer and chief sustainability officer. Chiara previously held various financial and operational roles at Fiat Chrysler… Read more »

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Japan-based gaming machine manufacturer Sega Sammy welcomed a new chairman and CEO on April 1. Scott Winzeler, former head of a group subsidiary, Sega Sammy Creation USA, will now oversee SSC’s global operations. He has more than 25 years of experience in the gaming industry and has held multiple executive positions, such as managing director… Read more »

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Brian Sandoval, former Nevada governor, is moving on from his role as president of global gaming development for MGM Resorts to become president of the University of Nevada, Reno, of which he is an alumnus. He had been leading MGM’s campaign to obtain an integrated resort license in Japan in partnership with ORIX Corp. That… Read more »

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Norm DesRosiers died in March after a short illness. DesRosiers was a regulator in Indian gaming for most of his career, which was highlighted by his term as vice chairman of the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) from 2007 to 2010. He served as a commissioner for several tribes, including the Buena Vista, Otoe Missouria,… Read more »

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In March, the gaming world mourned the passing of former IGT executive Bob McMonigle. McMonigle, 75, succumbed to complications of injuries sustained in an accident. After graduating from Southeast Missouri State College in Cape Girardeau, McMonigle went to work in the magazine business in New York City, doing stints with Readers Digest, Rolling Stone and… Read more »

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On March 21, Sol Kerzner died of cancer at his home in South Africa. Born in Johannesburg, the son of Russian immigrants studied to be an accountant, but in his mid-20s took a sharp right turn and bought an inn in Durban, South Africa. He then transformed the shabby property, the Astra, into one of… Read more »

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