Technology is the game changer for sports betting, argues ICE Africa speaker Seun Methowe CDC Newswire · August 20, 2019 at 9:21 am Seun Methowe, Head of Advertising and Partnership Sales, at global live sport OTT platform, DAZN, believes that new technologies and in particular streaming will create more demand from upwardly mobile players and lead to a transformation in the way that betting brands and broadcasters engage with the market. Speaking ahead of his appearance at October’s ICE Africa where he will be one of 65 thought leaders contributing to the event’s learning streams, Methowe, confirmed: “DAZN’s platform Goal.com is the number one football destination on the continent with more than 20m users drawn from throughout the regulated gaming economies. We are already working with major broadcasters and betting firms across Africa and there’s no doubt that technology will revolutionize the consumption of live and original sports content.” He added: “New markets in entertainment, including virtual and fantasy football, are trends that experts in the gambling and betting industry will need to… [continue reading]
JCM Global Installs New Direct View LED Display as Part of New Expansion at Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort CDC Newswire · August 19, 2019 at 3:36 pm LAS VEGAS (August 19, 2019) – Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort in Granite Falls offers what it calls “Minnesota’s best casino action.” Now the excitement is larger than life at the Prairie Tap House inside Prairie’s Edge Casino Resort, where a 15ft x 8ft 1.9mm display from JCM Global Digital Signage Solutions helps to create the perfect atmosphere for guests to enjoy all the action of their favorite sports. The all-new Prairie Tap House is a part of the recent major expansion of the main floor of the casino, and the new direct view LED wall has become the major attraction for this area. Tribal and commercial casinos from coast to coast are utilizing various configurations of JCM Global Digital Signage Solutions to deliver high quality content that communicates directly with customers throughout the property in new and impactful ways. “JCM continues to experience tremendous success with our JCM Global Digital… [continue reading]
Gaming Standards Association Announces its 2019 Technology Summit: “Focus on Artificial Intelligence” CDC Newswire · August 19, 2019 at 1:40 pm LAS VEGAS (August 19, 2019) – The exciting world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be the subject of the Gaming Standards Association’s latest Technology Summit, “Focus on Artificial Intelligence.” This crucial technology event for the gaming industry takes place November 6 and 7 at the Hyatt Regency in San Diego, Calif. The in-depth summit is a follow up to last year’s overwhelmingly successful summit, “Focus on Blockchain.” Registration is available now at https://www.gamingstandards.com/en/gsa-technology-summit-focus-artificial-intelligence. AI is defined as “the ability for computer-based programs to parse large volumes of data, identify patterns, learn those patterns, discern probable outcomes and make recommended actions based on that learning.” As defined, AI has great applicability in the global gaming industry with use cases ranging from responsible gaming, such as, the early identification of potential problem gamers based on analysis of actions and the evaluation of pertinent big data, to tracking patrons feelings and analyzing their… [continue reading]
JCM Global Installs Two Large Direct View LED Displays at Clearwater River Casino & Lodge’s Stadium Sports Bar CDC Newswire · August 13, 2019 at 8:06 pm LAS VEGAS (August 13, 2019) – Casino operators across the country continue to invest in JCM Global® Digital Signage Solutions. The latest is the Clearwater River Casino & Lodge in Lewiston, Idaho. JCM installed two 1.9mm direct view DSS LED displays, each measuring roughly 15 feet by 8 feet. The displays appear in the casino’s Stadium Sports Bar and are the largest in the Valley. Combined with the room’s stadium seating, the direct view LED displays make the Stadium Sports Bar the region’s go-to place for every type of sporting event. The Stadium Sports Bar also broadcasts eSports tournaments, and the incredible high resolution of the LED displays give intensely high detail to every exciting second. Clearwater River CEO Dan Kane said, “Our guests love the Stadium Sports Bar, and these incredible new direct view LED displays. The video walls have helped us to create a space where our guests… [continue reading]
Innovative Table Games releases pair of casino game apps CDC Newswire · August 12, 2019 at 12:12 pm Innovative Table Games CEO Paul T. Harry has announced the release of Super Easy Aces and Pairs & Up Poker, two new casino game apps for Google and Apple. The games, originally designed for brick and mortar casinos, have been expanded to take advantage of the surging casino e-market. Certified by Gaming Laboratories International, the games offer players a true online gaming experience while showcasing a totally new game playing format. “In the last hundred years, no one has come up with a new card game that works,” notes Harry. “Most everything today is a derivative of an old game or an add-on to an existing game. There’s nothing new being offered.” In an effort to offer something truly unique for gamblers, Harry and his company have created something truly novel–two simple games that offer players a new way to gamble. “People are tired of old games. They want something… [continue reading]
Betting operators join payments suppliers for Payment Expert Forum line-up CDC Newswire · August 6, 2019 at 8:34 am Payment Expert Forum, the only event for payments technology in the online gambling industry, has attracted an impressive speaker line-up that includes senior staff from leading operators such as GVC Holdings, Stars Group, Pinnacle and Betsson Group, and payments solutions suppliers Trustly, SafeCharge, Hipay and Checkout.com. Organised by SBC in partnership with PaymentExpert.com, the event at Olympia London on Wednesday 18 September is designed to allow suppliers to discuss their latest innovations and for payments professionals from operators to share insights into the sector’s rapidly-changing requirements. Samuel Barrett, Director of Gaming for Trustly, is to chair the Payment Expert Forum, which he sees as a must-attend event for all stakeholders in the sector: “I’m excited to be chair of what is a key event for the payments industry, with an impressive line-up of speakers drawn from major betting companies and some of the most innovative suppliers. It’s the best opportunity… [continue reading]
Operator CEOs head 20/20 Vision track at Betting on Sports 2019 CDC Newswire · August 2, 2019 at 2:24 pm Jesper Svensson, CEO of Betsson, and Pinnacle CEO Paris Smith are among the leaders offering their insights on the key issues shaping the betting industry as part of the 20/20 Vision – The Future In Focus track of Betting on Sports 2019. The track, which takes place on the second full day (Thursday 19 September) of SBC’s flagship event at Olympia London, was specifically designed to provide leadership perspectives on critical topics, with input from major operators, suppliers and the sports industry. A key part of the track is the CEO Panel tackling the fundamental question: What is the Future for Sports Betting? It features heavy hitters who can offer perspectives from markets around the world, with Dominik Beier (Speaker of the Board, Interwetten) and Lahcene Merzoug (CEO, ComeOn!) joining Smith and Svensson for the session. Smith is a regular attendee at SBC events and, speaking after last year’s conference,… [continue reading]
ICE Africa to provide ‘a first for Women in African Gaming’ CDC Newswire · August 1, 2019 at 8:05 am ‘Shining a light on Diverse Women within the gaming industry,’ is the theme of this year’s Women in Gaming initiative developed and organised by Clarion and sponsored by the South Africa-based Zamani Holdings, the parent company under which Ithuba, the SA National Lottery Operator Functions. The campaign is running throughout August which is designated Women’s Month in South Africa and will culminate in a networking breakfast being held at ICE Africa and featuring leading women gaming executives from across the international landscape. Women’s Month takes place every year and commemorates the 20,000+ women who marched on 9 August 1956 in protest against the extension of Pass Laws. Clarion Gaming is promoting the role of women within the industry via the #womendiverse social media campaign alongside a series of empowering interviews with women associated with this year’s edition of ICE Africa, including: Christina Thakor-Rankin, Co-Founder, All-in-Diversity; Amne Suedi, Principal, Shikana Law… [continue reading]
ICE Africa shines a light on social responsibility agenda CDC Newswire · July 30, 2019 at 1:36 pm ICE Africa (2-3 October, Sandton Convention Centre, South Africa) will provide a sharp focus on consumer protection with confirmed conference streams dealing directly with the issue of socially responsible gambling as well as sessions looking at how regulation, community projects and advertising can help to safeguard and boost the perception of the industry. The content reflects ICE Africa’s vision of helping to develop sustainable gaming economies built around a commitment to social responsibility. ICE Africa Ambassador, John Kamara, who will be chairing a panel entitled Tackling Responsible Gambling for a Sustainable African Gaming Industry, stated: “Responsible gaming is at the heart of any sustainable gambling economy. With Uganda implementing an outright ban of sports betting and Kenya announcing tougher regulations with a specific focus on online and mobile gambling, it is evident regulators are doubling their efforts to reform the industry. Whilst we believe a strong stance on social responsibility… [continue reading]
Comanche Nation Entertainment chooses Aristocrat’s Oasis 360 casino management system for all five properties CDC Newswire · July 23, 2019 at 1:06 pm LAS VEGAS (July 23, 2019) – Comanche Nation Entertainment has chosen to replace its existing casino management system with Aristocrat’s multiple award-winning Oasis 360 for all five properties in the Oklahoma-based enterprise. The enterprise-wide installation replaces an existing system and is expected to be complete by mid-September this year. In addition to Oasis 360’s robust casino management and compliance modules, Aristocrat will also install several technologically advanced solutions, including Oasis Loyalty, ONE LINK, nVision business intelligence, and TrackIT, which empowers ticketing at table games. Properties which will receive the power of Aristocrat’s Oasis 360 solution are Comanche Red River Hotel Casino in Devol, Comanche Nation Casino in Lawton, Comanche Star Casino in Walters, Comanche Spur Casino in Elgin, and Comanche Nation Travel Plaza in Devol. Aristocrat currently provides Aristocrat and VGT branded games to Comanche Nation Entertainment properties. Jack Crane, Director of Gaming Operations for Comanche Nation Entertainment said, “Everything… [continue reading]
