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- Fer Interazar Novomatic presents extended Product Range for Spanish Market
- Don’t Miss This Exclusive G2E Webinar Online Gaming
- BALLY TECHNOLOGIES’ iVIEW DISPLAY MANAGER™ (DM) WITH ELITE BONUSING SUITE™ POWERS THE WORLD’S LARGEST SLOT TOURNAMENT
- MICROGAMING ANNOUNCES NEW GAMES FOR FEBRUARY
- GAMING MANAGEMENT COURSES OFFERED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO FOR 2012
- Incredible Technologies Receives Minnesota License
| Fer Interazar Novomatic presents extended Product Range for Spanish Market Posted: 16 Feb 2012 01:58 PM PST
At the Fer Interazar 2012 gaming show the Novomatic Group’s Spanish subsidiary Novomatic Gaming Spain, S.A. will address especially this segment of the Spanish gaming market with a broad presentation of custom-tailored products. The company was founded in 2007 with headquarters in Madrid as well as an additional sales and service facility located close to Barcelona.
The impressive product display in Madrid will comprise a large number of NOVO LINE™ Salon multi-game machines featuring the mixes NOVO LINE™ Salon I and - as a preview - the brand new mix II. Mix number I is a multigame mix with no less than nine high performing video slot games: Always Hot™, Ultra Hot™, Sizzling Hot™, Dolphin’s Pearl™, Book of Ra™, Lucky Lady’s Charm™, Superball™, Roulette and American Poker II. The games that will make up the new mix number II will be unveiled live at the show - but one thing is already for sure: these games will certainly have internationally proven best selling qualities. Brand new is also (especially for the autonomous region of Murcia) a set up of three networked Gaminator® III machines that each feature a mix of five fruit games and that are linked to one integrated mystery jackpot. The games are: Sizzling Hot™ deluxe, Always Hot™ deluxe, Ultra Hot™ deluxe, Xtra Hot™ deluxe and Roaring Forties™. The system is to date licensed in the autonomous region of Murcia. Another complete novelty for the Spanish B-market will be the NOVO LINE™ Club: the NOVO LINE™ Salon offering now also available in a slant top cabinet (FV680, Novo-Vision™ Slant Top I). Further type B product presentations will include the space-optimized NOVO LINE™ Bar machine as well as a collection of Gaminator® cabinets featuring the single game Secret of Egypt™. From Novomatics UK subsidiary, Astra Games, comes the highly popular Bingo King™. Novomatic Gaming Spain has also become a highly successful supplier of Type C equipment to leading Spanish casino operators. The product display will therefore also give visitors an insight into the great range of NOVO LINE Novo Unity™ II electronic multiplayer games and solutions with a presentation of NOVOSTAR® SL1 slant top cabinets featuring Novo Flying Roulette™ and Novo Flying Black-Jack™ as well as the NOVO LINE Novo Unity™ II slot mix number 1. Also aimed at the Spanish casino market is a bank of five Super-V+ Gaminator® machines with the latest mixes as well as a Flexi-Link jackpot. Austrian Gaming Industries GmbH (AGI) a 100-percent subsidiary of Novomatic AG (www.novomatic.com) is an integrated global gaming company specializing in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and sales of electronic gaming machines and advanced technology products. As Europe’s leading manufacturer AGI delivers one of the broadest product ranges in the industry.
The NOVOMATIC group is one of the biggest producers and operators of gaming technologies and one of the largest integrated gaming companies in the world. The group employs more than 18.000 staff worldwide (2,800 in Austria). Founded by entrepreneur Prof. Johann F. Graf, the group has locations in 32 countries and exports high-tech electronic gaming equipment to more than 70 countries. The group operates more than 200,000 gaming machines in its about 1,200 plus traditional and electronic casinos as well as via rental concepts. Part of the group is also Admiral Sportwetten GmbH, Austria’s leading sports betting operator with more than 200 outlets as well as the Vienna based online gaming specialist Greentube Internet Entertainment Solutions GmbH.
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| Don’t Miss This Exclusive G2E Webinar Online Gaming Posted: 16 Feb 2012 01:49 PM PST
Frank J. Fahrenkopf, Jr.President and CEO, American Gaming AssociationModerator At the end of 2011, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a clarifying opinion on its interpretation of the Wire Act of 1961, essentially saying the Act prohibits only online sports betting while allowing for the online sale of lottery tickets. The decision seemingly clears a major federal hurdle for states looking to legalize online gambling within their borders, and active discussions about legislation are taking place across the country. For all its clarifications, however, the DOJ opinion raises more questions than answers. And the call for federal legislation has strengthened as the prospect for a patchwork quilt of regulations looms. During this session, experts will explore the fallout of the DOJ decision and what it means for the future of online gambling in the U.S. You’ll get up to speed on the legislative proposals being discussed at the state and federal levels and learn why strengthening law enforcement and providing effective consumer protections are more vital than ever. Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Reed Exhibitions, Reed Exhibitions383 Main Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851 United States
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| Posted: 16 Feb 2012 10:46 AM PST
Bally Technologies also earned a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS achievement for most slot machines running the same game simultaneously at the same venue. During the duration of the tournament, all participants played Bally's Hot Shot® Blazing 7s™ as part of DM Tournaments™. The record-setting event, enabled by Bally's trailblazing technology, and certified by Guinness World Records, featured more than 1,100 players simultaneously competing in a tournament in one location on slot cabinets made by five different slot-machine manufacturers. Over three rounds, 2,885 Pechanga patrons competed throughout the casino floor for their share of more than $100,000 in prizes in the free tournament. "This is a great example of how server-based technology can create contagious excitement on games from multiple manufacturers and take one of the most popular special events for real players to a whole new level," said Bally Technologies Senior Vice President of Strategy and Customer Consulting Bruce Rowe. With Bally's iVIEW DM and DM Tournaments, any machine with the technology installed, anywhere on the floor, can be turned into a tournament slot and then turned back to normal game play mode right afterwards. The technology enables casino operators to remove under-performing games from the floor, rather than retaining them just for tournaments. During The World's Largest Slot Tournament, Pechanga switched more than 1,000 games from normal playing mode to tournament and back within a few minutes. Bally's CoolSign® media-management system enabled patrons to view the tournament leader board information on digital monitors and display screens throughout the property. "Generally, the period between Chinese New Year and the Super Bowl, and President’s Day is pretty slow in the casino world," said Pechanga Vice President of Slot Operations Buddy Frank. "This year, in addition to setting two world records, Pechanga scored some of its best revenues ever." Added Frank: "I think the real difference between this event and a 'normal' slot tournament was that once it was over — with the guests still pumped up from the competition — all 1,200 of the tournament machines automatically converted back to standard play in less than 15 minutes. I’ve dreamed of this for years!" Pechanga has more than 1,100 machines that utilize Bally Technologies' iVIEW DM and Elite Bonusing Suite, which enables powerful, casino-wide promotions, including tournaments, to be run with all players competing against each other. For the past year, the casino has delivered other promotions enabled by Bally's technology, including free DM Tournaments with hundreds of players and a virtual horse racing-event, the Pechanga Classic, a Virtual Racing™ promotional event where each player chooses a horse to bet on and watches the race unfold on the in-game screen. About Bally Technologies, Inc. With a history dating back to 1932, Las Vegas-based Bally Technologies designs, manufactures, operates, and distributes advanced gaming devices, systems and technology solutions worldwide. Bally's product line includes reel-spinning slot machines, video slots, wide-area progressives, interactive and mobile applications, and Class II, lottery, and central-determination games and platforms. Bally also offers an array of casino management, slot accounting, bonusing, cashless and table management solutions. For more information, please contact Laura Olson-Reyes, Senior Director, Corporate Marketing & Communications, at 702-584-7742, or visit http://www.ballytech.com. Connect with Bally on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn.
This news release may contain "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and is subject to the safe harbor created thereby. Such information involves important risks and uncertainties that could significantly affect the results in the future and, accordingly, such results may differ from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Future operating results may be adversely affected as a result of a number of risks that are detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update the information in this press release and represents that the information is only valid as of today's date.   |
| MICROGAMING ANNOUNCES NEW GAMES FOR FEBRUARY Posted: 16 Feb 2012 02:07 AM PST
Great Griffin is a thrilling video slot set in Medieval times, where mythical creatures roam wild. Players can double their win when an ancient griffin flies across the screen, scratches symbols with its giant claws and turns them into Wild Griffins. The game also has an on screen pick bonus, which is triggered when the Scatter Lady symbol lands on reels 2, 3 and 4. Players can pick one of the symbols to reveal a prize of up to 50 times the amount of the total bet. Players can also choose a symbol which allows them to pick again or to 'win all'. This 5 x 4 reel, 50 payline video slot game has free spin capabilities where the 'pick me' win value will also be multiplied by the free spins multiplier. Gamers can expect a majestic ride while playing Great Griffin, enjoying an array of features such as wild substitutes, extra wilds and a free spin bonus. Great Griffin will be available on Microgaming's download and Flash platforms. Power Spins – Atomic 8s is an explosive game that incorporates Microgaming's new Power Spins feature. Players can choose the Power Spins mode whenever they desire. This state of play will activate left-to- right as well as right-to- left payout directions, thereby increasing players' chances of obtaining winning combinations. The electrifying Power Spins feature is played at max lines with an additional bet of three times the amount of the player's current line bet. The 5 reel, 9 payline video slot contains scatters and wilds, which only heighten the invigorating sense of danger when playing Power Spins. Power Spins – Atomic 8s will be available on Microgaming's download platform.
Drone Wars is one of Microgaming's most innovative additions. 3D rendered and with the look and feel of a vintage video game, this 25 line game offers players the choice of two 'missions' to fight the evil drones for intergalactic riches. Mission 1 is 'Planetary Assault'. Gamers partake in a battle to save the planet and destroy drones, which transform into wild symbols to boost winnings. When all the drones are destroyed, the reel symbols which were captured, return in a free spin. Mission 2 is 'Space Assault'. Players fire from a rocket weapon to destroy the drones and reveal an extraordinary prize. In 'Space Assault', players can receive five free spins for each drone that is hit, while in 'Planetary Assault', coins are awarded to the players. Drone Wars will be available on Microgaming's Flash platform.
Jewels of the Orient is a 5 reel, 9 payline video slot with a second screen of interactive free spins. Surrounded by sparkling jewels and glowing gold, players are invited to claim their treasures through a game of chance. It is truly a glittering adventure and with five dazzling maidens awaiting your arrival in the bonus round, players can look forward to being adorned with gold and prizes. Jewels of the Orient will be available on Microgaming's Flash platform.
King Arthur is a royal 5 reel, 20 line slot game, which invites gamers to the legendary Round Table to win their fortune. Valiant players can win a bonus and even multiply their normal winnings by using all manner of scatter, wild and wild multiplier symbols. King Arthur will be available on Microgaming's Flash platform. Mayan Princess is an exotic excursion into an intoxicating land. Gamers will be immersed in a world of mystery and spices where they will feel the heat of the peppers, taste the sweetness of the corn and feel the power of the pyramid. This wild game allows players to take part in a bonus round where they will find the pulsating Mayan sun, Yucatan parrot and cunning snake behind a range of golden masks. In this 5 reel, 20 payline video game, players will be overwhelmed by the jungle experience and excellent prizes on offer. Mayan Princess will be available on Microgaming's Flash platform.
Megaspin Break da Bank Again is a new multi-slot video game which is based on Microgaming's hugely popular 'Break da Bank Again'. The vibrant 9 line enhancement takes the original concept and multiplies the action exponentially. When the logos appear, gamers' wilds will be multiplied by five, and free spins could multiply their wins by a staggering 25 times. The activation of 25 free spins per slot, where all wins are multiplied by 5, is one of the game's most attractive features. This, coupled with the scatters, which also add free spins to the slot, gives gamers the true thrill of this new Megaspin multi-slot. The alluring possibility of triggering 100 free spins is enough to tempt anyone to Break da Bank – Again! Megaspin Break da Bank Again will be available on Microgaming's Flash platform.
Mount Olympus: the revenge of Medusa brings the Golden Age of Ancient Greece to a screen near you. Taking the legend of Medusa, whose fierce gaze once turned people to stone, this new 25 line video slot game turns objects into fortunes beyond one's wildest imagination. The beautifully crafted game features Medusa in exquisite detail, showcasing her mythical hair of snakes. When gamers touch Medusa's cursed hair, each snake will transform into a slithering wild reel that holds during a series of free spins. The wild reel offers spectacular winnings and the three scatter symbols also trigger a bonus. With this bonus, five snakes appear, from which the player chooses one to reveal the number of wild reels available for each of a series of five free spin games. Players must swallow their fear to pick a new snake before each free spin to change or increase the number of wild reels while a different snake slithers across the reel. By choosing their favourite slithering snake in a bonus feature, players can receive a wild reel and open the door to mountains of treasure. Once players get a taste of Medusa's power, they will be hooked on the challenge of winning mythic portions of wealth!
Mount Olympus: the revenge of Medusa will be available on Microgaming's Flash platform.
The Forgotten Land of Lemuria is a mystical 5 reel slot set on a fantasy land lost in the mists of time. With celestial scatter symbols, including the elements of earth, water and fire, players start with the Water Treasure Vault before progressing to the Earth and Fire counterparts, where they can choose from ten mysterious orbs. In both the Water and Earth vaults, each orb will reveal either coins to be awarded to the player or a path to the next vault. Within the Fire Vault, each orb will reveal coins for the player to collect or keep until the end of the challenge. This slot game offers players an ethereal adventure, for which the land of Lemuria is sure to be remembered. The Forgotten Land of Lemuria will be available on Microgaming's Flash platform.
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| GAMING MANAGEMENT COURSES OFFERED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO FOR 2012 Posted: 16 Feb 2012 01:36 AM PST
Gain the latest industry-specific management tools and learn the best-demonstrated practices used today, with gaming management courses offered by the University of Nevada, Reno Gaming Management Program. Courses taught by industry experts and University faculty provide in-depth management and career development to executives, managers, supervisors and aspiring gaming professionals to improve the bottom line and update, enhance and acquire business essentials unique to the gaming industry. Scheduled weeklong courses are held at the University of Nevada, Reno campus; additional short courses are offered at sites throughout the United States and internationally. For registration and course information call Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno, (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928, or visit http://www.gaming.unr.edu . Follow us on Twitter at @UNRGaming. If you don’t see what you need in our upcoming courses and programs for 2012, please call us. We can develop a program tailored to your specific property and management requirements. Feb. 27-March 2, 2012 Promotional Strategies for the Gaming Industry – Increase your return on investment (ROI) and target promotions that sharpen your competitive edge. A five-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Sessions are held Monday-Thursday, Feb. 27-March 1, 2012, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and Friday, March 2, 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $2,500, includes instruction, course materials, orientation breakfast, four lunches, refreshment breaks and a group awards dinner; lodging is not included. For registration and more information about Extended Studies gaming management courses call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928 or visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/residential.htm . April 30-May 4, 2012 Business Analytics for the Gaming Industry – Position your property as a market leader with comprehensive business analysis. A five-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Sessions are held Monday-Thursday, April 30-May 3, 2012, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and Friday, May 4, 8:30-11 a.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $2,500, includes instruction, course materials, orientation breakfast, four lunches, refreshment breaks and a group awards dinner; lodging is not included. For registration and more information about Extended Studies gaming management courses call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928 or visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/residential.htm . July 16-20, 2012 Management of Slot Operations - Gain the key skills to run your slot operation more efficiently for long-term profitability and growth. A five-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Sessions are held Monday-Thursday, July 16-19, 2012, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and Friday, July 20, 8:30 a.m.-12 noon at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $2,500, includes instruction, course materials, orientation breakfast, four lunches, refreshment breaks and a group awards dinner; lodging is not included. For registration and more information about Extended Studies gaming management courses call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928 or visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/residential.htm . Aug. 6-10, 2012 Financial Accounting and Analysis - Hone your ability to read, interpret and analyze data critical to your property’s financial health. A five-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Sessions are held Monday-Thursday, Aug. 6-9, 2012, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and Friday, Aug. 10, 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $2,500, includes instruction, course materials, orientation breakfast, four lunches, refreshment breaks and a group awards dinner; lodging is not included. For registration and more information about Extended Studies gaming management courses call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928 or visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/residential.htm .
NEW DATE: Aug. 27-31, 2012 Performance-Based Surveillance Operations - Leverage the strategic role of your surveillance operation to serve and protect your entire gaming property. A five-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Sessions are held Monday-Thursday, Aug. 27-30, 2012, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and Friday, Aug. 31, 8:30 a.m.-12 noon at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $2,500, includes instruction, course materials, orientation breakfast, four lunches, refreshment breaks and a group awards dinner; lodging is not included. For registration and more information about Extended Studies gaming management courses call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928 or visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/residential.htm . Nov. 5-9, 2012 Management of Table Games Operations - Master the industry’s best practices and apply the five core business processes of table games. A five-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Sessions are held Monday-Thursday, Nov. 5-8, 2012, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and Friday, Nov. 9, 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $2,500, includes instruction, course materials, orientation breakfast, four lunches, refreshment breaks and a group awards dinner; lodging is not included. For registration and more information about Extended Studies gaming management courses call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928 or visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/residential.htm .
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| Incredible Technologies Receives Minnesota License Posted: 16 Feb 2012 01:33 AM PST
"Minnesota is a thriving market with high demand for new video product," said Elaine Hodgson, IT president and CEO. "We plan to secure licenses in similar markets throughout the year as we continue to gain floor share 'one bank at a time' by offering new player experiences and proven ROI." For more information, Minnesota casino operators are encouraged to contact the company's regional tribal gaming sales manager, Andi Long at along@itsgames.com. About Incredible Technologies Incredible Technologies is an emerging Class-III gaming manufacturer focused on delivering compelling video slot, poker and keno content to the modern day casino floor. The company is located in the Chicago suburb of Arlington Heights, Illinois and specializes in the design and development of digital entertainment products for the on-premise amusement, Class III casino gaming, mobile entertainment and casual home console industries. Incredible Technologies is the largest manufacturer of coin-operated video games in the United States with its flagship product, Golden Tee® Golf, recognized as the most-successful pay-to-play video game in history. Incredible Technologies is a certified Women's Business Enterprise. For more information visit www.itcasinogames.com.
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