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Global Payments Tests VIP Mobility at OK Casino

The Downstream Casino Resort in Quapaw, Oklahoma has launched a successful pilot of VIP Mobility, from Global Payments Gaming Solutions, which enables true cashless casino gaming. Increasingly, consumers are choosing to go cashless in their daily lives, from the coffee shop to the gas pump to the grocery store. They want that convenience to extend… Read more »

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Aristocrat Launches ‘Buffalo Xing’ at Silverton in Vegas

Slot supplier Aristocrat Technologies announced the launch of the first-ever “Buffalo Xing” at the Silverton Casino in Las Vegas. The newest evolution of the fan-favorite brand Buffalo, the Buffalo Xing offers all their favorite Buffalo games in one space. The Buffalo Xing officially opened with an event on Wednesday, July 1. “We’re thrilled to unveil… Read more »

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SciPlay Acquires Casual Game Developer Come2Play

SciPlay Corporation, the iGaming supplier that is 83 percent owned by gaming supplier Scientific Games, has acquired Come2Play, Ltd., an Israeli-based developer and manager of casual mobile games. This acquisition brings the company into the fast-growing casual gaming segment. Headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel with additional development offices in Poltava City, Ukraine, Come2Play’s social mobile… Read more »

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Gaming Arts Launches New Slot and ETG Families

Las Vegas-based supplier Gaming Arts, LLC has announced the launch of two highly anticipated new products, the Dice Seeker family of slot games and Casino Wizard Table Games suite of electronic table games. Recently, Cahuilla Casino Hotel in California and Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel in Michigan were first to market with Dice Seeker, and… Read more »

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Empire Licensed in Multiple Jurisdictions

Empire Technological Group Ltd. last month announced the approval of its gaming applications by the Arkansas Racing Commission, the Choctaw Gaming Commission of Mississippi, the Cherokee Nation Gaming Commission of Oklahoma, the Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC) and the California Gambling Control Commission. This licensure allows the Las Vegas-based game manufacturer to provide its Class… Read more »

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Gulfstream Park LaunchES Konami Synkros

Gulfstream Park & Casino in Hallandale Beach, Florida has chosen Konami Gaming’s award-winning Synkros casino management system to replace a previous CMS. Gulfstream is the first land-based casino to launch Synkros in the state of Florida. “We selected Konami Gaming to replace our previous system, due to Synkros’ demonstrated extremely high reliability and Konami’s reputation… Read more »

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IGT Launches PeakBarTop Cabinet

International Game Technology Plc. announced that it successfully launched its next-generation bartop hardware, the PeakBarTop cabinet, at California’s Cache Creek Casino Resort, Morongo Casino Resort & Spa and San Manuel Casino, and Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. “Launching the PeakBarTop builds on IGT’s decades of commanding leadership in video poker and positions… Read more »

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Nevada OKs Cashless Transactions

It’s “all systems go” in Nevada after the state Gaming Commission took the first baby steps toward establishing a cashless wagering process when it changed and approved several regulations. The prohibition against using such systems was the first to go, which opens the door to beta tests for systems developed by various manufacturers. The commission… Read more »

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G2E Canceled, ICE Delayed Due to Covid-19

The two largest trade shows in the gaming industry took a hit last month as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. The American Gaming Association (AGA) announced the cancellation of this year’s Global Gaming Expo (G2E), the industry’s largest annual trade show and convention, due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the travel restrictions that resulted.… Read more »

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Sports Betting Expert Resigns in Tennessee

Jennifer Roberts joined the Tennessee Lottery as the director of the state’s online-only sports betting program in December 2019. Now, six months later, she has tendered her resignation before the first bet was placed. Roberts will join video game gambling company GameCo. Tennessee lacks a land-based casino industry, so lawmakers were unable to turn to… Read more »

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San Manuel CEO Departs

Loren Gill, chief executive officer for San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, has left his position. The band operates the San Manuel Casino in San Bernardino County, Southern California. No reason was given for Gill’s departure. However, San Manuel Tribal Chairman Ken Ramirez issued this statement: “Loren has developed what we believe is one of… Read more »

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Scientific Games Names Chief HR Officer, Asia VP

Scientific Game Corp. announced two appointments last month. Eileen Moore Johnson will join the company as executive vice president and chief human resources officer. In this role, Johnson will oversee the company’s global human resources organization and report directly to Scientific Games President and CEO Barry Cottle. A well-respected gaming industry leader, Johnson joins Scientific… Read more »

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IGT Sets New Organizational Structure

International Game Technology has announced a new organizational structure focused primarily on two business segments: Global Gaming and Global Lottery. According to a company statement, the new structure is designed to: provide greater responsiveness to customers and players; increase IGT’s effectiveness and competitiveness in providing products and solutions that address the opportunities of each market… Read more »

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Station Casino President Dies In Water Accident

Station Casinos was mourning its president, Richard Haskins, who passed away last month after an accident with a watercraft while on vacation in Michigan. Haskins had been with Station for more than 25 years, spending the last 10 as president. He was second from the top at Station behind CEO Frank Fertitta III. In a… Read more »

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For Soccer Ventures Launches First-Ever Podcast Network Devoted to Soccer In America

Heath Pearce, Mark McKenzie

For Soccer Ventures (FSV), the recently launched investment team focused on the growth and long-term development of American soccer, today announced the launch of a podcast network dedicated to aggregating the best and most diverse voices in the sport of soccer in America, and a “Preferred Partnership” with Girls Soccer Network – that will see the two companies collaborate on content, production and commercial opportunities.

The first original shows to launch on the FSV network will include “Orange Slices,” hosted by former U.S. Men’s National Team star Heath Pearce and rising American star Mark McKenzie of the Philadelphia Union, as well as the reintroduction of “The Best Soccer Show,” with Sirius XM’s Jason Davis and Jared DuBois.

“There are many diverse voices in American soccer who deserve a new platform to discuss their experiences throughout the vast soccer community. Podcasting has emerged as a megaphone for storytelling, and we’ve recognized that there is no better way to invest in elevating the American soccer story than to give its future leaders the mic,” stated Philadelphia Union Investor and FSV Principal Richie Graham.

“The next decade of soccer in the U.S. will be transformative. Both fans and players alike will be protagonists in leading the growth of the sport throughout this period, and we believe Orange Slices and The Best Soccer Show provide each their space,” said Pearce, Chief Creative Officer at For Soccer Ventures. “Our network will add new, like-minded partners, such as Girls Soccer Network and additional shows launched in the coming months, as we look to celebrate the extraordinary efforts of those who’ve gotten us here, while shining a light on our path forward as a soccer nation.”

The breakdown of the launch shows include:

ORANGE SLICES: Connecting the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. The show will be hosted by former US international and Major League Soccer All-Star Heath Pearce and emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie of Philadelphia Union, this cross-generational variety show will celebrate the past, present, and future of American soccer. Part nostalgia and history, part support for the future of the game, each episode will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences. Through rotating segments, the show will take us on a journey through our uniquely American soccer culture, from the muddy fields and halftime orange slices of youth soccer to the biggest games won and lost on the world’s stage. 

BEST SOCCER SHOW: Hosted by Sirius XM’s Jason Davis and American soccer devotee Jared DuBois, “Best Soccer Show” is an original blend of entertaining storytelling, quick quips, and sharp commentary that captures the spirit of American soccer fandom. Beloved for its balance of thoughtful insight and humorous candor, each episode explores American soccer’s biggest stories while celebrating our uniquely American brand of the game. From the ups and downs of our national teams to the state of MLS, UEFA and NWSL, the hosts drive dynamic conversations through rotating segments, call-ins from real fans, and interviews with some of the biggest names in the game. Down to Earth and with a big heart, it’s simply America’s Best Soccer Show.

You can download the shows on all podcast platforms, including Spotify and iTunes.

GIRLS SOCCER NETWORK: Girls Soccer Network (GSN) is a vibrant community for girls and women who love the game of soccer beyond the sidelines of the pitch. Through their digital platform (girlssoccernetwork.com) and social media, the GSN team focuses on creating engaging, empowering and inspirational content that feeds the soccer soul and brings together a culture of “Socceristas” that is positive and unapologetically themselves.

“We’re thrilled to partner with For Soccer Ventures.  The leadership team recognizes the enormous opportunity to help support all the thriving women’s soccer communities across the country and to grow the game for future generations.” Said Jen Gruskoff, Founder and Editor-in-Chief @ GSN, “We’ve only scratched the surface from a content and commercial development perspective, and this partnership will help us supercharge our efforts to connect with brands and develop game-changing content platforms”