Writer: Mark Gruetze
Bottom line: Smoking in casinos costs too much
The latest analysis of how a smoking ban would affect New Jersey casinos boils down to one bottom-line conclusion: “Casino management has... more
AGA encourages Justice Dept. to go after makers of illegal gaming machines
The American Gaming Association is urging the federal government to target manufacturers of illegal gaming machines to... more
Skill-influenced slots proving their value to casinos, Next Gaming chief says
Skill-influenced slot machines are evolving into an essential component of the gaming floor, veteran gaming executive Mike Darley says.... more
Focus on IGT: IGT doubles up its commitment to multi-level progressive products
Multi-level progressive slots enjoy global popularity because players love sizeable jackpots that hit frequently, Guenter Bluemel says.... more
Two Pennsylvania casinos with voluntary smoking bans see increase in on-site revenue
Veteran dealer Mike Danay can’t understand why the idea of smoking in casinos is even up for discussion. “It’s 2021, and we’re still having... more
AGA survey of CEOs to provide recurring look into industry’s future
The American Gaming Association has completed a giant step in a long-term effort to compile data focusing on the industry’s future, rather... more
Focus on Everi: New cabinet blends innovation, classic style for high-denom reel games
For Everi Holdings, adhering to a classic style pays off, especially with slot... more
G2E: Women executives reveal secrets to help counterparts thrive in gaming industry
Women in the male-dominated world of gaming management understand the challenges facing them: They have to work far harder than their male... more
G2E: Participants revel in the joy of being back together
Noah Acres remembers attending a precursor to the Global Gaming Expo when he was just 13 years old. After his 16th consecutive G2E, he’s... more
G2E: ‘Responsible gaming isn’t a cost. It’s an investment’
A strong responsible-gaming program isn’t just another expense for casino operators. Instead, it’s an investment in their brands, said... more
