National Lottery: on some scratchcards it’s impossible to win top prizes Rupert Jones, The Guardian · February 10, 2018 at 2:00 am The National Lottery’s blue “Millionaire 7s” scratchcard game, which costs £5 a go, boasts of “six top prizes of £1m”. But if you go and buy one today, the shopkeeper probably won’t tell you that all six £1m jackpots have already been snapped up. Meanwhile, the Camelot-owned lottery’s £250,000 Gold game, which costs £2, tells buyers there are 15 top prizes of £250,000 – but the reality is that … [Read more...]
Colombian Gaming Board cuts red tape for operators Phil, G3 Newswire · February 9, 2018 at 9:27 pm The government has announced a raft of new measures aimed at cutting down paperwork for new operators. The measures are part of a broader government strategy, which seeks to make life easier for Colombian businesses. The measures applicable to gaming were presented on Monday by the Minister of Commerce Industry and Tourism Maria Lorena Gutierrez, the Minister of Finance and Public Credit … [Read more...]
Optimove AI Analytics at ICE Luke Haward, CDC Gaming Reports · February 9, 2018 at 4:53 pm One area seeing a boom in representation at ICE this year was Artificial Intelligence - not so much within game engines or the design of game functionality itself, but in the form of business-to-business offerings providing analytics purported to assist operators in retaining players, provide a more in-depth look at demographics, and lower customer churn. One stand-out offering, on display at … [Read more...]
ICE Interview: Oscar Giralt, Corporate Marketing Director, Win Systems Luke Haward, CDC Gaming Reports · February 9, 2018 at 4:52 pm CDC: Oscar, thanks for speaking with me today. What’s new at Win Systems? OG: Well, after the acquisition of Gold Club at the end of 2016, last year we had the whole integration process, and the great thing is that now we’re able to take advantage of the synergy we were building last year. We’re presenting new products and practices in the divisions we have around the casino world - systems, … [Read more...]
Sarah Harrison Discusses Industry Attitudes at World Regulatory Briefing Luke Haward, CDC Gaming Reports · February 9, 2018 at 4:49 pm Sarah Harrison, CEO of the UK Gambling Commission, spoke out concerning diversity in the gambling industry at Monday’s World Regulatory Briefing, which took place just before the ICE convention kicked off and which was presented by Totally Gaming at London’s OXO tower. Harrison’s speech made reference to “the good, the bad and the ugly” in the sector, a cute and cogent reference to the greatest … [Read more...]
UKGC seeks Public Feedback on Proposed Regulatory Changes Luke Haward, CDC Gaming Reports · February 9, 2018 at 4:48 pm The UK Gambling Commission is seeking feedback from members of the greater British public relating to its new proposals regarding shake-ups to its existing gambling regulations. In other words, the UKGC is planning to revamp the system, and wants your thoughts on the matter. The deadline for any feedback has been set as the 22nd of April, so you’ve got plenty of time if you wish to get in touch … [Read more...]
Melco Resorts revenue rises despite mixed Macau results Inside Asian Gaming · February 9, 2018 at 12:01 am Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited saw its net revenue increase 17.8% in 2017 to US$5.3 billion, despite mixed results from its two key Macau properties in the three months to 31 December. Melco’s full year results included a 67% rise in operating income to US$607.6 million, up from US$363.1 million in 2016, with Adjusted property EBITDA rising 31% to US$1.4 billion. Those figures were … [Read more...]
Wynn Macau announces 2018 pay rise to workers GGRAsia · February 8, 2018 at 9:23 pm Macau casino operator Wynn Macau Ltd on Thursday announced a salary increase for all eligible employees, excluding the company’s senior management. The pay rise is effective from March 1 and covers nearly 98 percent of the company’s 13,100 workforce, the firm said in a press release. Eligible employees earning a maximum of MOP16,000 (US$1,974) per month will receive a pay increase of MOP600 per … [Read more...]
Fears Western Australia kids exposed to more gambling advertisements Nick Evans, The West Australian · February 8, 2018 at 9:19 pm The time difference between WA and the Eastern States means WA children could be exposed to gambling advertisements banned before 8.30pm under media rules thrashed out last year. As part of the Federal Government’s media law reform package, broadcasters agreed to reduce the volume of gambling advertisements on television to lessen their potential impact on children. The changes were to prevent … [Read more...]
NZ’s SkyCity profit climbs as international casino business turns up Reuters · February 8, 2018 at 9:16 pm New Zealand casino operator SkyCity Entertainment Group on Friday posted a nearly 8 percent rise in underlying first-half profit helped by a recovery in its international business, and said it was on track to post modest growth this year. Chief Executive Graeme Stephens said the international environment had improved after crackdowns by Beijing on casino marketing and capital outflows had cast … [Read more...]
