Writer: Buck Wargo
Speakers to talk gaming scams, advantage play, physical threats at World Game Protection Conference
Two high-profile speakers at next week’s World Game Protection Conference in Las Vegas said security and human resources staff will learn... more
Stevens bullish on Vegas in 2020-21, but analyst cites concerns about later development
Derek Stevens walked into Thursday’s UNLV gaming conference panel discussion nearly vibrating with excitement about what lies ahead for Las... more
Casino executives excited about what the Raiders and a $1.8 billion stadium will bring to Las Vegas visitation
It snowed on the Las Vegas Strip Thursday, but the weather’s not getting in the way of construction of the $1.8 billion Las Vegas Stadium,... more
World Game Protection Conference to discuss and display emerging technology for casino threats
Willy Allison wonders whether some casino executives have learned enough lessons from the Oct. 1, 2017 mass shooting in Las Vegas. A lone... more
Opening of entertainment and resort venues by 2020 will Las Vegas boost visitation
A glimmering domed football stadium in the foreground of the Las Vegas Strip – with the promise of a Super Bowl – in addition to new resort... more
UNLV kicks off educational series looking at 2020 and the future of the Las Vegas casino industry
The UNLV Gaming & Hospitality Education Series will open its second year on Feb. 21st looking ahead to the gaming scene in Las Vegas in... more
Closed Lucky Dragon could be reopened as something other than a casino
Bids for the shuttered Lucky Dragon in Las Vegas are due Friday, and some prospective buyers have plans that don’t involve keeping it... more
Ex-FinCEN enforcement chief says sports betting growth will draw increased money laundering scrutiny
A former enforcement chief with the U.S. Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network warned that the expansion of sports... more
Panelists say sports betting expansion opens door for cashless transactions
The expansion of sports betting will open the door for people to place cashless wagers utilizing debit and credit cards, among other... more
Gaming executive: Casinos need to follow corporate model for technology use and customer experience
Apple, Amazon and Nike are examples of companies that have changed their consumer experience. Casinos need to follow soon or will be left... more
