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Red Lake Band of Ojibwe Opens New Casino, Hotel and Conference Center
January 23, 2010 · Leave a Comment
The Red Lake Band of Ojibwe is opening a new casino, hotel and conference center on the reservation just north of Bemidji on January 21, 2010. The grand opening will be Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 21 through 23, and will include free performances by Powwow Comedy Jam and Crystal Shawanda. This is the second casino in the state (after Upper Sioux), and one of the few in the nation, to be built with all-Indian funds. Instead of going to a non-Indian banker for construction loans, the Red Lake Band of Ojibwe borrowed money from the Shakopee Mdewakanton Dakota Community, which runs Mystic Lake... [Read the full story]
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IGT Game King Video Slot Machine Cabinet Styles
December 20, 2009 · Leave a Comment
On the gaming floor of nearly any casino you will find all kinds of slot machines by IGT (International Game Technology) and many other manufacturers. The Game King, which came out in the mid 1990’s, has been a very popular and successful video platform for IGT. The Game King has been used primarily for video poker and video keno, but in some states such as Oregon and Minnesota, it’s also been used for video reel games. The IGT Game King, as with most platforms, has been produced in various cabinet styles to meet the needs of casino operators; uprights, slant tops and drop-in bar tops. Upright... [Read the full story]
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IGT Wins Best Slot Manufacturer at 2010 International Gaming Awards
January 28, 2010 · Leave a Comment
A repeat win for slot innovation leader LONDON, Jan 27, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) took top honors at the 2010 International Gaming Awards in London, England on Jan. 25 at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel. A panel of international judges comprised of top international gaming industry professionals including casino operators, journalists, manufacturers and analysts chose IGT as the best slot manufacturer of the year. The International Gaming Awards were held in conjunction with the annual International Gaming Expo (IGE). “We are honored to... [Read the full story]
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The Casino’s Most Valuable Chip – How Technology Transformed the Gaming Industry
August 31, 2009 · Leave a Comment
From the days of Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel, when high-tech meant bright pink neon signs, through today’s latest digital technology, this book reviews how technology played a crucial role in the shaping of the gaming industry and the modern casino. From security to marketing, technology has greatly impacted the evolution of the gaming industry and how casinos conduct business. Gone are the days of free casino chips for patrons handed out by well-dressed pit bosses – they have been replaced by computerized slot machines that track a player’s every spin and issues electronic... [Read the full story]
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Bally Technologies Acquires Games 4 You Team
January 21, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Bally Technologies Acquires ‘Games 4 You’ Team To Join Its Global Game Development Group In Designing Innovative Game Content Talent acquisition further extends Bally’s innovative game library and adds creative new game-development talent. Bally Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BYI), a leader in slots, video machines, and casino-management systems for the global gaming industry, today announced the acquisition of the employees previously with Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Games4you, L.L.C., a leading-edge supplier of gaming and engineering solutions for the casino gaming industry. The former Games4you... [Read the full story]
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IGT Game King Video Slot Machine Cabinet Styles
December 20, 2009 · Leave a Comment
On the gaming floor of nearly any casino you will find all kinds of slot machines by IGT (International Game Technology) and many other manufacturers. The Game King, which came out in the mid 1990’s, has been a very popular and successful video platform for IGT. The Game King has been used primarily for video poker and video keno, but in some states such as Oregon and Minnesota, it’s also been used for video reel games. The IGT Game King, as with most platforms, has been produced in various cabinet styles to meet the needs of casino operators; uprights, slant tops and drop-in bar tops. Upright... [Read the full story]
Articles
IGT Game King Video Slot Machine Cabinet Styles
On the gaming floor of nearly any casino you will find all kinds of slot machines by IGT (International Game Technology) and many other manufacturers. The Game King, which came out in the mid 1990’s, has been a very popular and successful video platform for IGT. The Game King has been used primarily for video poker...
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Part of Responsible Gaming is Understanding the Odds
THE HOUSE ADVANTAGE A Guide to Understanding the Odds Whether you play slots, craps, blackjack, roulette or any other game in a casino, it is important to remember that games of chance are based on random outcomes and always favor the casino. These games of chance are a form of entertainment, at a price to you, the...
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Trend Toward Frequent Bonuses in New Slot Machines
Industry rolls out bonus-heavy slots that stretch playing time All gamblers want to win. But there are different definitions of winning. Some players fixate on big jackpots and don’t care what happens in the interim. Other gamblers, knowing a win is unlikely at best, want to lose their money as slowly as possible...
[Continue reading: Trend Toward Frequent Bonuses in New Slot Machines]Report Recommends Allowing Indiana Riverboat Casinos to Operate on Land
Changing law would keep revenues in state, legislative committee says More gambling competition is coming, and if Indiana wants to protect its casino turf, the state should consider several changes, according to a legislative report released Tuesday. Topping the list: allowing the state’s riverboat casinos to...
[Continue reading: Report Recommends Allowing Indiana Riverboat Casinos to Operate on Land]More States Compete for Pot of Gambling Revenue
Delaware, Ohio, and others look to challenge Pennsylvania and Atlantic City for a share of a shrinking pot. States have increasingly turned to expanded gambling as a method to ease budget shortfalls. Twelve states currently feature commercial casinos, while 29 have tribal casinos. Ohio recently legalized casinos, and...
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Red Lake Band of Ojibwe Opens New Casino, Hotel and Conference Center
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IGT Wins Best Slot Manufacturer at 2010 International Gaming Awards
A repeat win for slot innovation leader LONDON, Jan 27, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/...
Bally Wins International Gaming Award for Best Gaming Technology Manufacturer During IGE
Company recognized for innovation and providing technology that enhances customer...
Bally Technologies Acquires Games 4 You Team
Bally Technologies Acquires ‘Games 4 You’ Team To Join Its Global Game...
IGT Game King Video Slot Machine Cabinet Styles
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The Price is Right® host Drew Carey and Announcer Rich Fields dropped by WMS’ booth...
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