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October 2010
Gaming in Buenos Aires

Argentina is fast emerging from the worst economic depression in its
history. In 2001 alone, violent clashes between protesters and police
left 27 dead on the streets of Buenos Aires, the president resigned,
Argentina defaulted on a substantial amount of its U.S. $132 billion
debt, and the peso’s peg to the dollar was abandoned.

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October 2010
Latin American News Round-Up

In the debut of CEM's new column focusing on industry news from Latin America, we round up news from Costa Rica, Guatemala, Venezuala and Chavez's new attention to gaming, Puerto Rico's gaming law, Cirsa's expanded operations, and the effect of Chile's recent earthquake. 

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October 2010
Northern Quest Resort & Casino, The Northwest’s ‘Urban Lodge’

When the Kalispel Tribe of Indians realized the Inland Northwest area of
the United States needed a tourism boost, they rightly turned to Hnedak
Bobo Group (HBG) architects to expand the Northern Quest Resort &
Casino into a beautiful, world-class casino property near Spokane, Wash

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October 2010
New Products, October 2010

Featured in new products this issue: Cintas—The Sahara Collection line of apparel, Rye Park Gaming—Beverage Carts for poker rooms, US Horizon—Economy Beveled Series Hinges.

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October 2010
Great Gambling Gadgets, Part I

In these challenging times, as our table game revenues are holding flat
or falling and senior management is getting pummeled by ownership, table
game managers often hear the same refrain: “Do something.” Well, here's something. Something great. In this month’s article, we focus on Shuffle Master’s iTable.

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October 2010
Lynn Valbuena a True Leader for Indian Country

The advancements of Indian country since the introduction of gaming has
benefitted tribes, states and the federal government. These achievements
are the results of the coordinated efforts from dedicated tribal
leaders who have been part of making the Indian gaming industry what it
is today. I would like to take a moment to thank one such tribal leader.

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October 2010
Konami Gaming—Making Big Waves

Konami offers a comprehensive solution for the gaming industry. From myriad slot games in various platforms and segments, from mechanical reels to video to progressives and participation games, to slot systems, Konami is experiencing tremendous growth during a time of economic slowdown.

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October 2010
Table Games in the Year 2020

Casino games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat and the recently popular alternative games have abandoned the felt layouts, vinyl chips, paper cards, Teflon roulette balls for HD monitors, computer virtual reality software, LED signage and electronic imagery. What else does the future of table games bring 10 years down the road?

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October 2010
Table Games & Gear, October 2010

This month: Mystery Card Bonanza, from gaming provider INAG, offers
casinos the opportunity to offer a Big Six style game in a card version
format; Racing Card Derby™ is an exciting game in which one deck of cards
determines the results and players bet on the outcome of an animated horse race; and Shuffle Master'sThree Card Poker® Progressive is a progressive spin on the most popular specialty table game of all time.

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October 2010
Agilysys Hospitality Solutions Offer a Winning Combination for Casino Properties of All Sizes

Managing a casino is challenging in the best of times, and even more so
in a tough economic environment. Investing in technology that enables
managers to work smarter and more efficiently has never been more
important. In fact, it is essential to streamlining operations and
increasing profitability. Selecting the right technology vendor is also critical to success.

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