Andrew Klebanow

Operations: Lessons From 2020

by Andrew Klebanow
One question that operators should begin to ask is, what has been learned from 2020?
David Vialpando

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.
Andrew Hofstetter

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.
Kris Nixon

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.
Ernie Stevens, Jr.

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.
Andrew Klebanow

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.
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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...
Andrew Cardno

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.
Eric Casey

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.
James Klas

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 machine, average win per square foot,...
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Arizonans Wager $864M on Sports in January

PHOENIX, AZ – Bettors in Arizona wagered approximately $864 million on sports in January of 2025, according to a new report by the Arizona...
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U.S. Postal Service Dedicates New Powwow Stamps at Gathering of Nations

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) recently dedicated its Powwows: Celebrating Native American Culture stamps during a ceremony at the largest powwow...
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Novomatic To Acquire Ainsworth Game Technology

GUMPOLDSKIRCHEN/NEWINGTON – Novomatic AG Group has entered into a Scheme Implementation Deed with Ainsworth Game Technology to acquire all of the outstanding shares of...
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Mohegan Announces Finalization of Refinancing Transactions

UNCASVILLE, CT – Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority has announced the finalization and closing of significant refinancing transactions, including the release from escrow of the...