The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board today published on its web site the ownership structure of the proposed joint venture agreement by Holding Acquisition, Co., L.P. and PITG Gaming, L.L.C. which, is currently pending before the Board for its consideration.
Online bingo provider, Platinum Play Bingo have launched their newest offering, Bingo Ball for Life -- an exciting, world-first for bingo players, allowing them to own their very own lucky bingo number and even customize their own bingo ball with a chance of winning a massive 50,000 GBP in cash.
CityCenter revealed today the first of the luxury retailers and dining establishments that will have coveted locations inside The Crystals, its spectacular 500,000-square-foot retail, entertainment and dining district. When it opens in late 2009, The Crystals will combine dramatic architecture and design with exclusive offerings from the world's most elite brands to become a premier international shopping destination. Renowned retailers Louis Vuitton, TIFFANY & CO. and Ermenegildo Zegna will be among the exceptional brands presented under The Crystal's multi-faceted canopy of unprecedented brilliance.
Scientific Games (Nasdaq: SGMS) plans to release financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2008 on July 31, 2008 after market close. The conference call is scheduled for August 1, 2008 at 8:30 AM Eastern Time.
Through its annual street corner fundraiser and a separate corporate donation, Bankers Life and Casualty Company is supporting the Alzheimer's Association with over $300,000.
Spotlight 29 Casino's Blue Bar is famous as the fun hot spot in the Coachella Valley. Now the fun is getting even hotter, and the Blue Bar is turning a slightly deeper shade of blue because Spotlight 29 Casino is proud to welcome the Midnight Dolls and the Men of Playgirl to the Blue Bar stage.
40|86 Strategic Income Fund (NYSE: CFD) declared a dividend of $0.06375 per share, payable August 8, 2008 to holders of record at the close of business on July 31, 2008.
This morning, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs officially opened the doors of its new $208 million gaming and entertainment complex. At 9:30am, Bobby Soper, President and CEO of Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs welcomed a crowd of eager players and kicked off a grand opening ceremony. The festivities included a Mohegan Tribe ritual Smudge Pot Ceremony, four world champion parachutists carrying a 500 square foot banner, and the Color Guard of the Pennsylvania National Guard 109th Field Artillery Battalion of Wilkes-Barre.
PacificNet, Inc. (Pink Sheets: PACT), a leading provider of e-commerce and gaming technology in China, announced that its subsidiary, PacificNet Game (PACT Game), has become a slot game promotion and competition sponsor in partnership with Sociedade de Jogos de Macau (SJM) at SJM slot halls in Macau, China.
For the first time, the industry's most prestigious technology awards will be presented at the industry's largest and most important trade show and conference, Global Gaming Expo (G2E). Global Gaming Business magazine has announced that the sixth annual Gaming and Technology Awards will be presented at a special luncheon at the G2E Training and Development Institute on Monday, November 17, 2008. G2E runs from November 17-20, 2008 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
The Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) announced today that its Board of the Directors has approved the membership applications of three new companies, bringing the trade group comprised of the world's leading gaming suppliers to a milestone total of 50 members.
Iowa's last riverboat casino has cruised inland to a new $35 million destination resort just off Highway 30 at 777 Wild Rose Drive. The 120,000-square-foot Wild Rose Casino & Resort features a full casino with 598 slots and 14 table games as well as a 60-room hotel, conference center, sports bar and buffet. The facility celebrates its grand opening this weekend with cash drawings, a slot tournament and other prizes and specials. Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers will christen the new grand ballroom with a show starting at 7 p.m.
International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) announced today operating results for the third quarter ended June 30, 2008. Net income for the quarter was $108.3 million or $0.35 per diluted share versus $136.4 million or $0.41 per diluted share in the same quarter last year. For the nine-month period ended June 30, 2008, net income was $290.5 million or $0.92 per diluted share compared to $385.6 million or $1.14 per diluted share in the same period last year. Comparability for the year-to-date periods is affected by a number of significant items. A supplemental schedule of these items is included at the end of this release.
Playtech (AIM: PTEC), the international designer, developer and licensor of software to the online and land-based gaming industry, is pleased to announce having signed a four-year, exclusive licensing agreement with Paramount Entertainment for the classic blockbusters "Gladiator" and "The Untouchables."
Governor Edward G. Rendell today reacted to news that Don Barden has entered into an agreement with Wall Street Capital and High Pitt Gaming to invest $120 million in the Majestic Star Casino project:
Fanatically Relentless Customer Service, the first book by popular business speaker Calvin Stovall, bristles at service corporations that don't answer the phone, ignore customer feedback or just simply provide "crappy" service.
Rep. Jim McDermott (D-Wash.) introduced legislation yesterday that directs a potential $40 billion over the next 10 years to be spent on job training for those in the declining sectors of the economy and educational assistance for foster care youth. The legislation, Investing in our Human Resources Act of 2008 (H.R. 6501), would be funded through new revenue generated by regulated Internet gambling activities.
Simply put, Elvis Presley changed music forever. With one swivel of his hips, he brought down all previous structure of American music and performance and ushered in a new era and a sound that is still influencing artists and their music today.
Electronic Game Card, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: EGMI) ("EGC"), announced today that it has scheduled a conference call for Friday, August 8, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. (ET) to discuss the Company's financial results for its second quarter 2008, which ended June 30, 2008. EGC intends to issue its earnings release after the close on August 7, 2008.
