In many ways, the future of gaming technology is now. As the pace of digital technology and related trends speeds up throughout society, the gaming industry is striving to keep up. he signs are easy to spot, whether it’s social networking initiatives such as WMS’s Players Life website that allows players to play certain games online and unlock bonuses on the game at the brick-and-mortar casino or International Game Technology...
CEM's annual AGEM Advantage article not only shows what the organization is up to, it's also our annual AGEM membership review and G2E preview. Read on for the latest from Bronze AGEM members and what you’ll see from them at this year’s G2E.
It’s hard to imagine now, given the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers’ (AGEM) strong history of robust representation of its members, but just 13 short years ago, the voices and views of gaming suppliers and manufacturers held little sway in the industry. That was before four gaming manufacturers, IGT, Bally Technologies, Aristocrat Technologies and WMS Industries, banded together to form...
CEM's annual AGEM Advantage article not only shows what the organization is up to, it's also our annual AGEM membership review and G2E preview. Read on for the latest from Silver AGEM members and what you’ll see from them at this year’s G2E.
CEM's annual AGEM Advantage article not only shows what the organization is up to, it's also our annual AGEM membership review and G2E preview. Read on for the latest from Associate AGEM members and what you’ll see from them at this year’s G2E.
CEM's annual AGEM Advantage article not only shows what the organization is up to, it's also our annual AGEM membership review and G2E preview. Read on for the latest from Gold AGEM members and what you’ll see from them at this year’s G2E.
Just five short years ago, Las Vegas was in a tailspin. The Great Recession took a tremendous toll and the U.S. gaming capital found itself at ground zero for the nation’s housing crisis. A long, slow slog followed as Las Vegas lagged behind much of the nation in crawling back into positive territory. Today, however, things are looking much brighter. The tourists are back and they’re spending money...
Despite the present economic crisis, the European gaming market remains vibrant. Governments faced with budget shortfalls are now looking at the gaming industry as an increasingly viable way of generating additional tax revenue. Consequently, there have been a number of significant developments of late and other important developments look likely in the coming months. Casino Enterprise Management takes a close look at six markets where significant changes are believed to be on the way.
By the end of this month, Frank Fahrenkopf Jr. will have officially stepped down as the CEO and president of the American Gaming Association (AGA). For many, Fahrenkopf’s name is synonymous with that of the organization he heads—the two are often uttered in one breath—and his decision to leave has shocked the industry. It is difficult to think of the AGA without Fahrenkopf at the helm, but he has been...
By Antinea Ascione, Marian Green and Jenessa McAllister
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Antinea Ascione, Marian Green and Jenessa McAllister
For the past eight years, CEM has presented profiles of the Great Women of Gaming Award winners. This year is no different, as we bring you 10 outstanding professional women who embody the term “Great Women of Gaming.” They were selected for their perseverance, drive, commitment and mentorship, and we are delighted to tell you their stories. The awards are broken down into two categories: Proven Leaders and Rising Stars.