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Gaming News 27 September 2023 (PRESS RELEASE) -- The Innovation Group, organizers of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming program, and Global Gaming Business magazine have announced the honorees of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40, a program that recognizes professionals under the age of 40 already making significant impacts in the casino…

LAS VEGAS - A persistent error message greeted Dulce Martinez on Sept.11 as she tried to access her casino rewards account to book accommodations for an upcoming business trip. That's odd, she thought, then toggled over to Facebook to search for clues about the issue on a group for MGM Resorts International loyalty members. There, she learned that…

LAS VEGAS -- MGM Resorts brought to an end a 10-day computer shutdown prompted by efforts to shield from a cyberattack data including hotel reservations and credit card processing, the casino giant said Wednesday, as analysts and academics measured the effects of the event. "We are pleased that all of our hotels and casinos are operating normally,"…

MGM Resorts brought to an end a 10-day computer shutdown prompted by efforts to shield from a cyberattack data including hotel reservations and credit card processing, the casino giant said Wednesday, as analysts and academics measured the effects of the event. "We are pleased that all of our hotels and casinos are operating normally," the Las…

LAS VEGAS (AP) - MGM Resorts brought to an end a 10-day computer shutdown prompted by efforts to shield from a cyberattack data including hotel reservations and credit card processing, the casino giant said Wednesday, as analysts and academics measured the effects of the event. "We are pleased that all of our hotels and casinos are operating…

LAS VEGAS (AP) - A persistent error message greeted Dulce Martinez on Monday as she tried to access her casino rewards account to book accommodations for an upcoming business trip. That's odd, she thought, then toggled over to Facebook to search for clues about the issue on a group for MGM Resorts International loyalty members. There, she learned…

At a time when problem gambling matters were rarely mentioned in gaming company boardrooms, Harrah's Entertainment decided the issue needed to be raised on casino floors. But it wasn't just rival corporate executives that looked askance at the idea of employees learning how to spot signs that a customer might have a gambling problem. "Our own…

The apparent cyberattack that hobbled MGM Resorts International this past week is the latest in a string of high-profile security breaches to befall Las Vegas casinos in recent months. As MGM deals with what it has called a "cyber issue," the gaming and hospitality giant apparently hasn't been the only one to be targeted by potentially devastating…

That's odd, she thought, then toggled over to to search for clues about the issue on a group for MGM Resorts International loyalty members. There, she learned that the largest casino owner in Las Vegas had fallen victim to a cybersecurity breach. Martinez, 45, immediately checked her bank statements for the credit card linked to her loyalty…

LAS VEGAS -- A persistent error message greeted Dulce Martinez on Monday as she tried to access her casino rewards account to book accommodations for an upcoming business trip. That's odd, she thought, then toggled over to to search for clues about the issue on a group for MGM Resorts International loyalty members. There, she learned that the…

Oral histories of casino workers and executives. Aerial footage of Las Vegas. Entertainment acts from the Stardust Casino. Publicity records on a Las Vegas casino owner and entrepreneur. These items are among the collections that will be digitized as part of "Doubling Down: Preserving the Stories of the Workers and Dreamers Behind the Las Vegas…

If you're a regular slot machine player, you know about "ticket in, ticket out." You feed bills into the machine for credits, you play, and when you're all done and want to cash out, you press a button that manufactures a ticket showing how much you have. That ticket can either be cashed in at a casino cage or kiosk or fed right back into another…

LAS VEGAS, Nevada - Slot machine winnings will sound to some like an oxymoron. Slots, after all, have long been dubbed "one-armed bandits" for their low odds compared to other forms of casino gambling like blackjack and baccarat. But some players can and do come out ahead on slots, and now a bipartisan bill aims to protect more of those winnings…

Pete Mastroianni is taking on Ragu in the pasta sauce wars and trying to get Taylor Swift to record one of his songs. At least that's what it feels like for the New York lawyer and co-inventor of a would-be iCasino game called Match 52. "The challenge is to get it onto a platform, and that's hard to do," Mastroianni said. "How do you get Light &…

A new Nevada Resort Association report said the gaming industry paid $2.1 billion in industry-specific taxes in 2022 and has $23 billion in current or planned major tourism-related capital investment projects underway. "2023 The Facts" is a 100-page document drafted by Las Vegas-based Applied Analysis for the NRA, an organization representing more…

D'Shante Styles got a taxi to the Silverton, where police said he had the driver wait outside while he robbed the casino cage, went back outside and had the taxi drive him away. The taxi driver had no idea. In another robbery, police said, he pretended to be a valet at Palms Place, stole a Ford Escape SUV, used that in the robbery of Green Valley…

Right now, only six states allow legal online casino gambling: New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, West Virginia, Connecticut, and Delaware. Clearly, there is plenty of room for the industry to grow, and it's not exactly a trade secret to note America's sportsbooks and casino operators are looking to a future where more and more states legalize…

SAN DIEGO, April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Casino gaming data experts Andrew Cardno and Dr. Ralph Thomas of Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI) and Dr. A.K. Singh have released the 4th edition of their legendary book, The Math that Gaming Made. Released today and available on Amazon, the highly influential book is updated with a further expanded…

A legislative proposal allowing Nevada to operate a state lottery could slice into the revenue stream of Northern Nevada casino operator Truckee Gaming. But it wouldn't be a large chunk of the company's cash flow, said CEO Ferenc Szony. Truckee Gaming is a retailer licensed by the California Lottery to sell tickets from a store adjacent to the Gold…

Hard Rock International has been operating The Mirage for nearly three months, but any significant sign its under new ownership can be seen in a few spots inside the hotel-casino. That's because most of the initial alterations have occurred behind the scenes - operational changes such as moving the human resources department on-site, changing the…

The NFL is set to take to casino floors with the pending release of Aristocrat Gaming's league-themed slot machines this fall. The exact number of locations that will see the NFL-licensed slots added to their casinos hasn't yet been determined, but Mark Wadley, chief marketing officer of Aristocrat Gaming, noted that the machines won't be hard to…

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz The inclusion of Michigan into the…

Betfred at Mohegan Sun Sportsbook made its debut and welcomed bettors with the help of UNLV Rebels and Cincinnati Bengals star Elbert "Ickey" Woods. The brand-new sportsbook is located at Mohegan Casino inside Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton. Betfred at Mohegan Sun Sportsbook is operated by Mohegan Casino Las…

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Hawaii lawmakers are eyeing changes that could make a trip to Las Vegas more expensive for Islanders. The bill proposed by state senator Stanley Chang argues that Hawaii residents spend hundreds of millions of dollars in gambling in other places like Las Vegas, and in return, there's no benefit to Hawaii. "Hawaii is a…

Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. - Howard Stutz Boyd Gaming had a simple message to real…

Willie Sutton, one of the more notorious bank robbers in United States history, gave a simple answer when asked why he chose banks to knock off over his 40-year career: "Because that's where the money is." Now, almost a century since Sutton's criminal heyday, the same logic can be applied when trying to understand the motive behind people robbing…

LAS VEGAS (CN) - A University of Nevada, Las Vegas professor who specializes in the hospitality industry called a recent federal class action claiming collusion between major casinos regarding the price guests pay for hotel rooms on the Las Vegas Strip "frivolous." "Based upon what I know about the Rainmaker revenue management system, because I'm a…

In Las Vegas, NV February 27 - March 1st, 2023 The CEC and CEC - U will be held at Alexis Park Resort 375 E Harmon Ave, Las Vegas, NV The CEC, which has been held for the past 7 years in Las Vegas, is now including an extra classroom/workshop event called CEC- U. The main CEC is packed with speakers and panels that will at its core cover Esports,…

LAS VEGAS (AP) - The year 2022 was good for gambling and tourism in Nevada, where winnings at casinos statewide set calendar year records and Las Vegas visitor tallies nearly reached levels before the coronavirus pandemic. "Las Vegas enjoyed a robust recovery trajectory across core tourism indicators in 2022," the regional Convention and Visitors…

LAS VEGAS (AP) - The year 2022 was good for gambling and tourism in Nevada, where winnings at casinos statewide set calendar year records and Las Vegas visitor tallies nearly reached levels before the coronavirus pandemic. "Las Vegas enjoyed a robust recovery trajectory across core tourism indicators in 2022," the regional Convention and Visitors…

LAS VEGAS (AP) - The year 2022 was good for gambling and tourism in Nevada, where winnings at casinos statewide set calendar year records and Las Vegas visitor tallies nearly reached levels before the coronavirus pandemic. "Las Vegas enjoyed a robust recovery trajectory across core tourism indicators in 2022," the regional Convention and Visitors…

Las Vegas may have a reputation for tearing down its vintage buildings, but there's one piece of history still standing: Golden Gate. The historic property at the corner of Fremont and Main streets is celebrating its 117th anniversary Friday, and as the city's first hotel it boasts a front row seat to some of the area's most identifiable…

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - The most common explanations for why Las Vegas is called Hawaii's "Ninth Island" are silly, inadequate, devoid of historical perspective. Says who? Two anthropology professors who studied what they call a "cultural phenomenon," that's who. The 50th state's bond with Las Vegas did not evolve from some Hawaiian affinity for…

The European Casino Association (ECA) has appointed Tiina Siltanen to serve as Vice Chair of the trade association, which represents over 900 land-based casinos operating in 28 European markets. The ECA agreed on the appointment during its recent Board Meeting held in Finland on December 15.Held in conjunction with the first anniversary of…

Lake Mead is losing water, but as it does, people in Las Vegas and around the world are gaining something entirely different: a glimpse into the past. Since spring, several sets of human remains have been discovered in the receding lake. Many are thought to be drowning victims. But in early May, a man's body was found inside of a barrel and it's…

Las Vegas is known for its world-class casinos and lavish resorts, but did you know that it is also home to a thriving higher education scene? With a variety of colleges and universities offering a range of programs and degrees, Las Vegas has become a destination for students seeking quality education. This is especially true in a vibrant and…

LAS VEGAS (KLAS)- Graduate students at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) are working with major resorts and casinos in the battle against cyber security attacks. The students are competing in National Cyber League, a virtual training ground that challenges participants to solve real-world cyber security challenges, using a safe…

As the casino industry continues to show resilience in its rebound from the pandemic, so too is the gaming equipment manufacturing sector. No company may be showing more resiliency than Las Vegas-based Light &Wonder Inc., formerly Scientific Games Corp. In the past 18 months, the company has changed its name, strategic vision, board of directors,…

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - A proposal for a hotel and casino on the Las Vegas Strip got the green light from Clark County officials, though there is no timeframe for when construction could start. The Clark County Zoning Commission approved a proposal from Tilman Fertitta and Fertitta Entertainment, which owns and represents Golden Nugget casinos,…

As mobile betting apps turn people's phones into pocket-sized casinos, gamblers are also putting their phones to use for a more traditional purpose. To reach out for help. An I-Team analysis of call data in New Jersey shows an steep spike in outreach to 800-GAMBLER, the state's hotline to deal with compulsive gambling and addiction. According to…

Axes Wednesday is keen to develop an AI tech that allows it to eradicate problem gambling UNLV has been working on artificial intelligence to help address the issue Both Axes Wednesday and UNLV are happy with the opportunity to collaborate Image Source: UNLV AI specialist Axes Wednesday has announced a donation for the University of Nevada, Las…

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Inflation will impact holiday spending this year, but that doesn't mean Las Vegas isn't making money. Visitation statistics and casino profits continue to show that inflation hasn't stopped the flow of tourists to Las Vegas. Demand is driving prices higher. The city has become a popular destination to spend the holidays, and…

Some tickets to see pop star Taylor Swift in Las Vegas this March climbed to almost $95000 per ticket before dropping into a lower price range - down to around $45000. The high demand for tickets to Swift's upcoming tour, her first in five years, led Ticketmaster to cancel public ticket sales on Friday. These public tickets were those left over…

Gaming lecturer Scott Morrow's love story with Las Vegas began in the late 1980s. The UNLV Runnin' Rebels basketball team was making national news, and the city was abuzz over the opening of the Strip's first megaresort, The Mirage. Lured by the excitement, Morrow moved from south New Jersey to pursue his passion in the gaming industry and landed a…

No one - well, hopefully no one - has ever looked at a slot machine and said, "Now that's a fine place to invest my money for a solid rate of return." Yet slot machines - and this is not quite #breakingnews - can be a fun way to pass a little time, maybe win a few bucks, maybe take down a jackpot. Of course, the -EV keeps plenty of discerning…

Welcome back, Las Vegas. I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town. But first, today's weather: Cold with plenty of sun. High: 59 Low: 38. Here are the top three stories in Las Vegas today: Las Vegas Drag Races have received a last-minute unexpected donation. The E.T. Bracket Nationals was…

Casino owner Derek Stevens says an team ultimately will make its home in Las Vegas. Speaking at the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas, Sevens said it is not a matter of "if" but "when" the NBA will locate a franchise in the city. Stevens owns Circa Resort and two other hotel casinos, D Las Vegas and the Golden Gate, in the city's downtown casino…

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - A proposal for a hotel and casino on the Las Vegas Strip got the green light from Clark County officials, though there is no timeframe for when construction could start. The Clark County Zoning Commission approved a proposal from Tilman Fertitta and Fertitta Entertainment, which owns and represents Golden Nugget casinos,…

Las Vegas is known as a place to gamble, party and cut loose. It also has a long history of blowing up buildings to clear space for new ones. And now, a pipeline of big demolitions is set to remake parts of the Strip and other pockets of Southern Nevada. It's too early to say whether the buildings will be torn down Vegas-style - setting off…

Scarcity creates value. That's how collectibles, precious metals, and most certainly real estate work. That's why properties on the Las Vegas Strip have been selling for ever-higher prices. It takes a lot of land to build a resort casino, shopping area, entertainment venue, or even an arena that can compete with what Caesars Entertainment (CZR),…

LAS VEGAS - Nobody has ever pictured the great Tara VanDerveer as a creature of the Las Vegas Strip. Nobody has ever wondered whether the eternal Stanford women's basketball coach ever sneaked down here from Palo Alto and materialized beside a slot machine in a veil and sunglasses, the ice melted in her faded cocktail. It's about as not her as not…

At yesterday's International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) Conference on Gambling and Addiction in Las Vegas, Shane W Kraus, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, UNLV, and Joshua Grubbs, Ph.D., Bowling Green State University, revealed a potentially huge and alarming discrepancy between problem gambling amongst the military community compared…

At the International Center for Responsible Gambling (ICRG) Conference on Gambling and Addiction in Las Vegas - held on October 10th - Shane W. Kraus, PhD, UNLV Department of Psychology, and Joshua Grubbs, PhD, Bowling Green State University, revealed a potentially huge and alarming discrepancy between gambling addiction and the military community…

A study conducted by researchers from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and Bowling Green State University found that active US military personnel have problem gambling rates 3.5 times higher than the general population. Commissioned by the Kindbridge Research Institute (which drew donations from Playtech and DraftKings), the study and its…

A study co-led by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and Bowling Green State University found that problem gambling rates are 3.5x higher among active military personnel than the regular population. Dr. Shane W. Kraus of the UNLV Department of Psychology and Dr. Joshua Grubbs of Bowling Green State University delivered the findings Monday…

The European Casino Association has awarded scholarships to two deserving candidates for this year's ECA Diversity Scholarship, sponsored by AGEM, Clarion and the UNLV International Gaming Institute. Now in its fifth year, the Diversity Scholarship is open to all ECA member employees, enabling successful candidates to participate in-person at the…

He could steal you blind. But Maury Wills also would give you the shirt off his back. Brady Exber, who is to amateur golf in Las Vegas what Wills was to stealing bases in Los Angeles, has a faded photograph to prove it. It shows the two at Dodger Stadium. Both are wearing uniforms that say WILLS on the back above his familiar No. 30. The generosity…

You're no doubt familiar with Circus Circus. Amusement park. Inexplicably good steakhouse. Giant neon clown out front. It's been a family favorite for the past 48 years. The thing is, though, Circus Circus will have been open for 54 years next month, and those first five-plus years are the stuff of legend. Shocking, head-scratching,…

The upcoming edition of SBC Summit Barcelona will reunite hundreds of player safety professionals this year who will come together to discuss the state of the industry and what measures can be done to improve gambling harm prevention. Overall, the industry has made a huge leap forward toward bolstering player protection, but there is still room for…

Once Dream Las Vegas opens at the south edge of the Strip, the upscale hotel would offer a new spot for people to gamble, eat, network and party. It will also be a little closer than expected to its next-door neighbor. The Pinball Hall of Fame encroached by "at least eight feet" on Dream's property, according to a lawsuit the hotel developers filed…

Slot machines and Las Vegas go hand in hand. They are in every casino and littered throughout the airport. You can also find one on the sidelines of Allegiant Stadium. Early on in Saturday's matchup against Idaho State, UNLV Rebels linebacker Austin Ajiake broke out a turnover celebration with an interception and a pull of the lever. VIDEO -…

With Propositions 26 and 27 both related to tribal gaming, we look at the history of Native Americans and their casinos. The Rincon Band of Mission Indians, located in San Diego County, made the first attempt to open a tribal casino in California in 1970. The San Diego County sheriff shut it down and the courts agreed with the decision. Casino…

The American Gaming Association (AGA) announced the Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2022, honoring three leaders for their noteworthy contributions to the industry: Gavin Isaacs, former President and CEO, Scientific Games Corporation and current Chairman, Games Global Virginia McDowell, former President and CEO, Isle of Capri Casinos and current…

The International Center for Gaming Regulation (ICGR) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is organizing a new online seminar this month, called Global Trends in AML Regulation, Enforcement & Illegal Gambling, to be held on August 24. As part of ICGR's Financial executive education track, this intensive seminar provides information and…

A casino executive with deep Las Vegas ties has been tapped as president of the Hard Rock Hotel Las Vegas, which is slated to replace The Mirage on the Strip. Joe Lupo has more than 30 years of casino experience, most recently as the president of the Hard Rock Hotel in Atlantic City since November 2018. Before that, he was president of the Seminole…

Raising Cane's is raising a mighty chicken finger on the Strip. The chain, known for its chicken finger meals, is debuting a new store on Tuesday in the Showcase Mall, down the block from the MGM Grand. But this isn't a standard Cane's. The new restaurant is the first-ever double-decker Cane's, with a soaring LED screen icing a two-story facade…

The International Center for Gaming Regulation (ICGR) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) announced Tuesday the program dates for the Gaming Regulation International Policy Summit (GRIPS) - North America, which will take place from September 11-16, 2022, in Las Vegas. GRIPS is an exclusive one-week immersion seminar focused on current…

Jim Livengood's dream lasted years. He wanted more than anything to show them another part of Las Vegas. One that didn't begin and end with slot machines and gaming tables. He got his wish. Livengood helped spearhead the idea for NACDA - National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics - to hold its annual convention in Southern Nevada for…

Las Vegas' Palms Casino Resort has always had a great story. The property just west of the Strip thrived under the original reign of the Maloof family, turning heads with its celebrity check-ins, over-the-top suites and starring role in the 2002-2003 season of MTV's The Real World. In 2016, the Palms was acquired by Red Rock Resorts, parent company…

The International Center for Gaming Regulation (ICGR) of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) will host a new online seminar next month to provide required education and training to understand the details and nuances of performing an audit of a casino. Casino Audit: Revenue, Casino Floor, AML & KYC, to be held July 19, will cover from slot…

After launching a 4-year project in 2020 for the promotion of 6 food & agricultural industries of the Aegean region of Turkey, Turkish Tastes is expanding its presence in the Las Vegas Culinary scene. Partnering with Harrah College of Hospitality at UNLV and Nevada Restaurant Association, the organization has held a set of several cooking…

Put this date on your calendar immediately-the Las Vegas Pizza Festival is set to return on November 12 at the Industrial Event Space, near Sahara and I-15. The event went on hiatus during the pandemic but now it's back, thanks to the Las Vegas Pizza Alliance and Greco and Sons. Acclaimed pizza makers including Tony Gemignani, John Arena, Vincent…

The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) return to in-person events in 2021-22 has included the revival of the SATE conference series on Experience Design. Preparations are underway now for SATE Las Vegas, Oct 13-15, hosted at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). The SATE acronym stands for Story+ Architecture+ Technology = Experience.…

LAS VEGAS, NV - The next time you are looking for an enjoyable and memorable golf experience in Las Vegas, consider the golf course that carries the town's name - Las Vegas National. And while you are at it, build in some time to take in the history of not only this 60-year-old track, but also of Vegas golf in general, as the Las Vegas Golf Hall of…

A sense of history can get lost in a city constantly reinventing itself, but luckily some of Vegas' oldest and most iconic neighborhoods are still providing a link to the past. The Nevada Preservation Foundation, which has been working to protect and highlight the city's historical places and structures since its founding in 2013, will host tours…

The last major Las Vegas hotel that shut down during the pandemic is finally set to reopen, and it's got a brand new owner. The Palms Casino Resort has been closed for a little more than 2 years, but the doors will swing open April 27 for gaming and April 28 for hotel guests. "From our locals to guests visiting from near and far, our goal is simple…

Home // Director of Operations at Emerald Island Casino and Rainbow Club Casino Recognized by Vegas Inc. HENDERSON, Nev. - Emerald Island Casino and Rainbow Club Casino in downtown Henderson are proud to announce that Courtney Garland has been honored by Vegas Inc with the 40 Under 40 award. Garland, who is 31 years old currently serves as the…

Piero Broglia's old-world Italian specialties have been a staple in Las Vegas since the 1960s. He fed the likes of singer Frank Sinatra, casino mogul Steve Wynn and UNLV basketball coaching legend Jerry Tarkanian. He also fed everyday folks, with many locals celebrating anniversaries and special occasions with his classics - the lasagna bolognese,…

It's Problem Gambling Awareness Month, and yes, it's the time of March Madness - the NCAA basketball tournament - when many, many people make sports bets in office pools or online. But we're also talking about this because there are some indications that during the pandemic, problem gambling grew. Three months ago, the Los Angeles Times reported…

Home // Las Vegas Entertainment Engineer Art Vivas to Speak at 2022 Casino Esport Conference Art Vivas, the Low Voltage Project Manager at Henderson-based FEA Consulting Engineers, will be a top speaker at the upcoming Casino Esport Conference. Vivas is scheduled to discuss how the esport industry can leverage immersive audio technology to improve…

When you think of Las Vegas, your first thought is "academic rigor." Scholars the world over have come to Vegas to expand their minds and double check their footnotes. Just kidding, most people come to Las Vegas to turn their brains off. However, that doesn't mean the discerning geek is without options for informative, experiential fun. Las Vegas…

When you think of the Las Vegas Strip, you generally think of the south Strip, which counts Planet Hollywood, Aria, Mandalay Bay, and Luxor among its many properties as well as the famous "Welcome to Las Vegas" sign, or the mid-Strip which contains the Venetian, Mirage, Harrah's Caesars Palace, Pairs, and Bellagio among other properties. These two…

The nation's commercial casinos generated more revenue in 2021 than any other year in the industry's history, the American Gaming Association reported Tuesday. Gross gaming revenue reached $53 billion, breaking the previous industry record of $43.65 billion, set in 2019, by more than 21 percent. "These results are nothing short of remarkable," said…

As he meandered through Red Rock Resort, Aaron Bettale gravitated toward a slot machine featuring animated video of stampeding buffaloes and explosions of gold coins, ringing bells and the refrain of a disembodied voice exclaiming, "Buffalo." "I like the flashy stuff," Bettale, who is in his 20s, said as he examined the Buffalo Link machine. "I…

Nevada hit ten straight billion-dollar months-a streak that continues to grow. The Nevada Gaming Control Board says Clark County accounted for nearly all of it, $998 million out of $1.15 billion, with $650 million coming from casinos on the Las Vegas Strip. Unfortunately, we have had to go through a few surges of COVID-19; most recently with…

When Shanta Patton discusses the gap between Black and white homeownership rates, she starts with the game of Monopoly. It's as though for more than 400 years, your opponent has been able to go around the Monopoly board without ever giving you a chance to play, she said. Then, suddenly, you're allowed to play, but you don't have the accumulated…

Like flashing lights, dings and coins splashing into a slot machine tray, an equally familiar - even stereotypical - casino experience involves plumes of smoke wafting skyward from patrons puffing on ash-tipped cigarettes. Casinos, and the states that host them, have permitted smoking for decades, with the industry bypassing a sweeping ban that in…

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) -- A UNLV hospitality expert says Las Vegas travel for the Christmas holiday and New Year's Eve is still strong, despite threats from the omicron variant that could put a damper on travel plans. According to professor Amanda Belarmino, Thanksgiving travel to Las Vegas was busier than pre-pandemic years, and the rest of the year is…

John Acres created the gaming industry's first player tracking system in the 1980s, giving casinos the ability to follow a customer's slot machine wagering activity and reward the gambler with various incentives. The problem, he said, is casinos are still using the same technology decades later. "It was good in the 1990s, but somewhere around 2000,…

Growing up in Las Vegas, Brooke Fiumara was always around the gaming industry. After graduating from UNLV, she went to work for Station Casinos for nearly a decade, and eventually was in charge of marketing for the Red Rock and Green Valley Ranch resorts. Today, Fiumara is still helping casinos with their marketing efforts through a product her…

Alonzo Langstaff and Earl Manson, of Westgate Las Vegas Resort, are presented with the "Hospitality Hero Legacy Award" during the 2021 Hospitality Heroes end-of-year reception at UNLV's Hospitality Hall, Thursday Dec. 16, 2021. Friday, Dec. 17, 2021 | 1:07 p.m. More than 30 hospitality workers were recognized at a reception Thursday as part of the…