IGT unleashes expanded Class II portfolio at OIGA 2018CDC Newswire · July 23, 2018 at 1:12 pmInternational Game Technology today announced that they will present an exciting portfolio of gaming solutions for its tribal gaming customers at the OIGA Conference and Trade Show 2018. Held July 23-25 in Oklahoma City, Okla., OIGA provides IGT a platform to spotlight its expanded Class II portfolio, including “Proven Performer” Class III titles such as the Elephant King and Dragon’s Temple games that have been adapted to a Class II format. “Porting IGT’s ‘Proven Performer’ titles to a Class II format presents exciting opportunities to extend the success of our top-performing video core titles in a configuration that benefits our tribal customers, and to bolster the overall depth and breadth of our Class II portfolio,” said Nick Khin, IGT Chief Commercial Officer, Gaming. “At OIGA, IGT will also showcase highlights of our premium content roadmap, including the much-anticipated Blake Shelton Video Slots on the CrystalCurve ULTRA cabinet.” Product highlights within… [continue reading]
Station Casinos Launches my|Rewards MastercardCDC Gaming Reports · July 19, 2018 at 1:55 pmLAS VEGAS – Station Casinos announced today the launch of its new my|Rewards Mastercard, in partnership with First Bankcard, a division of First National Bank of Omaha, a leading issuer of credit cards, and Mastercard. This new card offers an attractive rewards program and significant bonuses, making it easier for Station Casinos Boarding Pass members to earn loyalty program points and enjoy rewards. With the my|Rewards Mastercard, guests can now earn Boarding Pass points with purchases made both inside and outside of Station Casinos’ properties. “We are very pleased to offer our guests this exciting new credit card benefit as part of our award-winning rewards program,” said Joe Hasson, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Station Casinos. The Station Casinos my|Rewards program allows guests to earn Boarding Pass points and status credits at any of Station Casinos’ 20 properties located throughout the Las Vegas valley, which offer a wide variety of… [continue reading]
NRT & Sightline Secure Multi-Year Exclusive Agreement with Ocean Resort CasinoCDC Newswire · July 18, 2018 at 5:07 pmLAS VEGAS — NRT Technology Corp. and Sightline Payments, LLC (together “NRT Sightline”) today announced that Ocean Resort Casino in Atlantic City, N.J. opened its doors with the full suite of NRT Sightline solutions, including Play+, QJ self-serve kiosks, Cash+ ATM, credit and debit advances, VisuaLimits table signs and analytics, and the full suite of NCC credit and compliance solutions. “NRT Sightline has invested in cutting-edge technology that gives us a competitive advantage, and we look forward to our long-term partnership with this world-class technology leader,” said Alan Greenstein, Chief Financial Officer of Ocean Resort Casino. “Ocean Resort Casino is Atlantic City’s showcase property for a truly omni-channel guest experience. As the lines that separate cash and cashless commerce converge in gaming, our solutions remove friction from the payments experience for guests, allowing operators like Ocean to focus on delivering a great customer experience,” said John Dominelli, NRT’s Founder and… [continue reading]
Konami Announces New Senior Leadership PromotionsCDC Newswire · July 16, 2018 at 3:24 pmTop casino gaming manufacturer elevates its senior management team with recent internal appointments Las Vegas, NV, July 17, 2018 – Konami Gaming, Inc. announced several key promotions in senior management, resulting from continued growth and expansion of the organization. Further reinforcing the strength of its internal leadership, Konami has appointed Shanna Grimes to vice president, human resources; Gary Snobel to vice president, corporate planning & IT administration; and William (Bill) Wadleigh to senior director, game development. “These new appointments are a reflection of Konami’s strong momentum within the business and reliable long-term position in the gaming industry,” said Steve Sutherland, president and chief executive officer at Konami Gaming, Inc. “Konami’s senior management is driven by a commitment to excellence, accountability, and innovation—values which are shared by each of these key members of leadership.” Leading the company’s human resources department since 2016, Shanna Grimes quickly established a track record of… [continue reading]
Gary Platt Manufacturing Names Reel Games Inc. as its Distributor for Latin America and the CaribbeanCDC Newswire · July 16, 2018 at 1:09 pmRENO, Nev. (July 16, 2018) – Gary Platt Manufacturing has named Reel Games, Inc. (RGI) as its new distributor for Latin America and the Caribbean. RGI is well-known throughout the gaming industry as a global supplier of video and slot machines, table games, progressive jackpot management solutions, and digital signage. RGI will represent Gary Platt’s entire line of performance casino seating. RGI has experienced consistent growth and is recognized as a source by operators for technical service, innovative new slot and table games, and exciting progressive jackpot solutions. Adding the Gary Platt line of casino seating enables RGI to offer an even more fully rounded portfolio and allows Gary Platt to capitalize on RGI’s existing relationships, experience, and sales network. Gary Platt Vice President of Sales Joshua Corrick (right in photo) said, “I’ve known Sean and Reel Games for several years, and it is very exciting for Gary Platt to… [continue reading]
GLI to Showcase Industry-Leading iGaming Expertise at iGB Live! 2018CDC Newswire · July 13, 2018 at 2:52 pmGLI’s veteran team of iGaming experts eager to share nearly 30 years of interactive gaming experience HAARLEM, The Netherlands (13 July 2018) – Gaming Laboratories International will showcase its years of industry-leading iGaming experience at its stand P4 during the iGB Live! interactive gaming conference and exhibition, taking place in the Netherlands at the RAI Exhibition and Convention Centre in Amsterdam, 17-20 July 2018. As the global leader in iGaming testing and certification, standards consultancy, and thought leadership for nearly three decades, GLI continues to be at the forefront of assisting numerous existing and emerging jurisdictions in developing and updating their iGaming technical standards in the rapidly evolving iGaming marketplace. Where others see challenges, GLI sees opportunities for gaming stakeholders around the world to leverage the company’s decades of iGaming experience. GLI is approved in all regulated iGaming markets, allowing clients to generate larger amounts of revenue through global expansion via multiple jurisdictional deployments…. [continue reading]
Super Early Bird registration goes live for ICE Sports Betting USACDC Newswire · July 13, 2018 at 10:09 amUS-facing gaming professionals planning to attend the first ICE Sports Betting USA (27th – 28th November, Convene, New York) can take advantage of Clarion’s Super Early Bird rate which offers delegates a 38% discount on the cost of attendance. The Super Early Bird, which closes on Friday, August 24, 2018, represents the smartest way to attend the influential two day learning, business and networking event which will feature the thought leaders, regulators and industry experts who are already shaping the post PASPA betting landscape. Following the success of the inaugural Sports Betting USA held last year in New York, NY, and driven by the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Murphy vs. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) case in May, the 2018 event has been relocated in order to accommodate the expected increase in delegates keen to learn more about ‘the entire ecosystem, A-Z’ of sports betting. Commenting on the expansion,… [continue reading]
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City opens with Gary Platt ChairsCDC Newswire · July 13, 2018 at 7:53 amRENO, Nev. (July 12, 2018) – When the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City opened its doors on June 28, a new era in entertainment was born in Atlantic City. Part of that entertainment is the casino’s 2,100 slot machines, all of which are accompanied by a chair from Gary Platt Manufacturing. Gary Platt won a contract at the new property and provided its Monaco and Lido Revo models. Hard Rock Atlantic City Vice President of Slots Dave Polizzi said, “We created something new and incredibly exciting for Atlantic City – we created an entertainment experience. We invested significantly in the property to give our guests a fantastic experience. Part of that will be ensuring their comfort in the casino, and we are very pleased with our decision of selecting Gary Platt chairs.” “From coast to coast, new casinos, remodeled casinos, and casinos who want to give their… [continue reading]
Final Call for Entries in Great Women of Gaming AwardsCDC Newswire · July 12, 2018 at 4:27 pmAwards to Recognize Women in Five Award Categories Including Lifetime Achievement LAS VEGAS (July 12, 2018) – It’s last call for nominations for the 2018 Great Women Of Gaming Awards presented by Global Gaming Women. The award categories include Rising Star, Game Changer, Service Star, Leadership and Lifetime Achievement. There will be one award recipient in each category. Nominations are encouraged for women from casinos, lotteries, manufacturers, online gaming, sports betting, as well as other suppliers and vendors related to the gaming and lottery industries including law firms, marketing firms and more. Nominations can be submitted at this link: http://www.globalgamingwomen.org/award-categories The nomination period is quickly coming to its close, and entries are due by July 31, 2018. Award recipients will be announced at the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas, October 9-11, 2018. Nominations will be judged by an esteemed committee of gaming leaders including Lauralyn McCarthy, Vice President of… [continue reading]
William Hill CEO comments on New Jersey’s first total gaming revenue resultsCDC Newswire · July 12, 2018 at 4:04 pmJULY 12, 2018 – New Jersey officials today released the state’s June 2018 total gaming revenue results, and in response, William Hill US CEO Joe Asher said: “While it’s still early, we’re obviously off to a great start. We always knew there was a big appetite for legal sports betting during the years of litigation, and now it is being proven. We are proud to be creating new jobs in New Jersey and bringing excitement to our customers. We can’t wait until football season.” The full report by the Division of Gaming Enforcement can be found here. Since the landmark Supreme Court ruling that legalized sports betting in May, William Hill, America’s leading sports book operator, has opened two active sports books in New Jersey — at Monmouth Park Racetrack (Long Branch) and Ocean Resort Casino (Atlantic City), bringing first-class sports betting experiences to both ends of the state. Both… [continue reading]
