Not to be too UK-centric, but it’s hard not to be riled by the latest budget to come from Gordon Brown’s incredible imagination. It’s not one that gives the UK’s voters any confidence in the man…

Inspired Gaming has announced it is going into partnership with Silver Heritage Limited (SHL), one of the leading operators of terminals to licensed gaming premises in the Asia-Pacific region. Together, the two companies will roll-out Inspired’s Open Server-Based Gaming…

The top executives of the four Italian gaming houses have gone to Rome with the aim of trying to stop the introduction of the European Directives against money laundering. If put into practice, such Directives would reduce takings by 50% as a first estimate, a real blow for the gambling sector.

May 30th to June 1st sees a new event on the international exhibition calendar in the shape of the International Gaming Expo, at the Villa Erba Conference & Exhibition Centre, Lake Como, Italy.

IGT has agreed to make an investment in Digideal Corporation, a gaming technology company based in Spokane Valley, WA. The closing of the investment is subject to approval by Digideal’s stockholders, the receipt of applicable regulatory approvals and…

ABBIATI has jointly designed and manufactured state-of-the-art Tables to the famous Café de Paris Monte Carlo; working closely with Mr. Vincent Bastide, the architect of SBM…

Casino Technology is building on the success of its multi-game products in 2007 with the launch of Multi Gemini, which was enjoyed by crowds at ICE in January. Its launch follows previous successes with Mega Jack and Gamopolis.

Self-cleaning bill validators are now a reality, thanks to a new product developed by JCM American and KIC Products. The innovative JCM Waffletechnology Cleaning System activates new cleaning cycle software inside JCM bill validators.

A web portal dedicated to providing much-needed regulatory news and information for the global betting and gaming industry is now live online at www.gamblingcompliance.com

TCSJOHNHUXLEY has recently announced the appointment of Roger Hawkins as Chief Executive Officer of its operations across the Americas. Based in Las Vegas, Roger will be responsible for the successful development of the group’s business interests throughout North America, South America and the Caribbean.

Adapting the requirements of some key markets Amatic Industries has consequentely launched its new multiplayer product, Roulette Grand Jeu Prestige for four players, at the Andalusian Gaming Trade Show in Malaga…

Heber has added a new gaming control system to their hugely successful and widely renowned Axis family of multimedia gaming control systems. Axis 945 is a high powered multimedia gaming system…

According to the International ratings agency Moody’s, the Russian law on gambling business will not damage the business of Ritzio, regarding the possible changes in their ‘rating’…

Inspired has appointed Marc van Rooij as Director, Northern Europe, in a move to further strengthen its management team. Reporting to Anne de Kerckhove, MD of Inspired Gaming International…

At the Gaming Expo Belgrade 2007, Austrian Gaming Industries presented its high-quality products to an enthusiastic Serbian audience.

AGI’s premiere in Belgrade showcased a comprehensive array of the latest game releases and cabinet innovations…

Gaming Laboratories International has added two highly experienced technical professionals to its Development Team.

Joining GLI as Business Development Representative is Susan Lockett, who comes to GLI from technology company Agilysys, where she worked for nearly 10 years.

Money Controls has continued its expansion in the Latin America gaming market with the opening of offices in Miami and Argentina. Ron Rollins, Money Controls’ Vice President Global Gaming, outlined the company’s thinking…

Play your cards right at Luton’s Grosvenor Casino and you could win big money, but play them wrong and you could end up being caught red handed, without even realising it.

With great power comes great responsibility, as gaming organisations like Harrah’s, Boyd and others are now discovering. These conglomerates are now feeling the pressures of appeasing Wall Street’s millions of investors, which is the cost of massive growth. The price of their stock shares has influenced many decisions, including who owns the company.

This issue is going straight from Fadja 2007, the Colombian event, while we are on our way from Bogotá, recognized as the World’s Book Capital, and amongst other international awards achieved by this beautiful city, to the fun capital of the world in the Caribbean, inside the colonial walled city of Cartagena de Indias.

Esta edición va la imprenta inmediatamente después del evento colombiano Fadja 2007, y mientras nos dirigimos de Bogota, la Capital Mundial del Libro, entre otras distinciones que le han llegado a esta bella ciudad este ano, hacia la ciudad de la rumba y el encanto amurallado que es la ciudad colonial de Cartagena de Indias.

GLI’s name has become synonymous with the approvals process in many jurisdictions across the world. Sharon Harris peeks under the covers to see what makes the company tick…

The name of the game comes from the French for ‘small wheel’. It’s a staple in casinos across Europe and America, an evergreen classic. So what makes Roulette special, and why are manufacturers consistently trying to improve the game for player and casino alike? Casino International tries to find out in a two-part special.

One of the most recognisable names in world gaming is celebrating a significant birthday. BALLY has come through many ups and downs to enjoy its current position at the forefront of our industry…

Newcastle’s Aspers Casino has enjoyed Europe’s first PokerPro installation – but how have the tables fared? Jon Bruford met poker room boss Chris Brown and General Manager Paul Sculpher to find out…