Your Casino Has Been Hacked by Ransomware!
by Andrew Cardno
The Indian gaming industry has officially been hacked. This has been a good year for cyber hackers with a number of tribal properties having been subjected to devastating cyber attacks.
The Indian gaming industry has officially been hacked. This has been a good year for cyber hackers with a number of tribal properties having been subjected to devastating cyber attacks.
Casino Entertainment in 2021
by Kell Houston
During this incredibly unpredictable and unstable time for all of us, casino entertainment no longer at the top of very many lists. This raises many questions...
During this incredibly unpredictable and unstable time for all of us, casino entertainment no longer at the top of very many lists. This raises many questions...
Rethinking Smoking Policies During a Pandemic
by Andrew Klebanow
As Covid-19 continues to spread across the U.S., Indian casino operators are bracing for what appears will be a third wave in the course of the pandemic. To address this, health and safety protocols continue to evolve and for some operators, with renewed vigor.
As Covid-19 continues to spread across the U.S., Indian casino operators are bracing for what appears will be a third wave in the course of the pandemic. To address this, health and safety protocols continue to evolve and for some operators, with renewed vigor.
Indian Country Shows Strong Presence at the Polls
by Ernest L. Stevens, Jr.
It’s 2020, so we knew it would not be easy. Election night turned to weeks as votes continued to be counted.
It’s 2020, so we knew it would not be easy. Election night turned to weeks as votes continued to be counted.
Casinos and CARES Act Funding
by Kris Nixon
Casinos have experienced many issues throughout 2020 related to the COVID-19 pandemic. All were shut down for a period of time, some are still closed, and there are wide ranging economic effects to casinos and related tribes.
Casinos have experienced many issues throughout 2020 related to the COVID-19 pandemic. All were shut down for a period of time, some are still closed, and there are wide ranging economic effects to casinos and related tribes.
Adapting to Change Through the Unavoidable Reality of COVID-19
by Andrew Hofstetter
COVID-19 has not only changed America, but it has changed the landscape and the way Indian Country, and Indian gaming operates for the foreseeable future.
COVID-19 has not only changed America, but it has changed the landscape and the way Indian Country, and Indian gaming operates for the foreseeable future.
The Mask
by David Vialpando
Like many of you, I woke up one morning in January to the news of an epidemic in China. People contracting a virus were dying.
Like many of you, I woke up one morning in January to the news of an epidemic in China. People contracting a virus were dying.
After the Shutdown: Reopening Tribal Bingo Halls
by Eric Casey
The definition of Class II bingo was born around the traditional session bingo hall, which at the time played the game with paper bingo cards and ink daubers, when early and primitive technologic aids to bingo were just beginning to form.
The definition of Class II bingo was born around the traditional session bingo hall, which at the time played the game with paper bingo cards and ink daubers, when early and primitive technologic aids to bingo were just beginning to form.
Critical Care for High Value Patrons
by James M. Klas
In looking at casino performance, it is common to deal with averages. Average win per...
One More Problem with COVID-19: Property Tax Refunds
by Sam Cohen
While the law is unclear (as is everything with COVID-19), there are a number of low cost acts tribes can take to minimize their property taxes.
While the law is unclear (as is everything with COVID-19), there are a number of low cost acts tribes can take to minimize their property taxes.
Tribal Nations in Virginia Mark Five Years Since Federal Recognition
RICHMOND, VA – Six tribal nations in Virginia observed the fifth anniversary of the United States formally recognizing their sovereign governments. Recognition has...
Native Forward Scholars Fund Appoints Three New Board Members
ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Native Forward Scholars Fund has appointed three new members to its Board of Directors. The board plays an important role in Native Forward's mission to increase visibility of...
Legislation Seeks To Allow Balanced Gaming Growth in California
CALIFORNIA – After a 25-year moratorium on cardroom expansion expired, five California gaming tribes and the cardroom industry have come together to...
Mohegan Named Casino Operator for Soloviev Group’s NYC Casino Bid
NEW YORK, NY – Mohegan has joined Soloviev Group's bid as the casino partner of Freedom Plaza. This announcement comes as a result of...