Casino Journal April 2012 : Page 3Contents April 2012 COVER STORY » www.casinojournal.com 20 20 Chipping Away Recent actions and rulings from the federal government have cleared the way for states to contemplate Internet poker enabling legislation, which many believe will eventually lead to overall online gaming legalization. Although issues such as online wagering taxation and regulation still need to be determined, gaming operators and vendors are preparing for an online future by purchasing or striking deals with Internet-savvy companies to bolster Web poker and gaming options. By Paul Doocey 28 FE A T U R E S FOCUS ON: ASIA 28 Singapore Sting Special from Inside Asian Gaming magazine Midway through 2011, Resorts World Sentosa lost its position as the top revenue generating casino in Singapore to Marina Bay Sands. Resorts World is fi ghting to win back lost market share, but the jury is still out on whether the property can recapture the lead spot. Meanwhile, as Macau prepares to host this year’s G2E Asia trade show and conference, it also has to cope with a pending change in national leadership that could impact future gaming growth. CO L U M N S MARKETING 18 The New Era of Player Development Dennis Conrad TABLE TALK 19 A Tip to the Wise Vic Taucer THE BACK PAGE 42 Genting’s Inaugural American Fun House Tour Charles Anderer 32 DEP AR TMENT S 04 08 12 GAMES & TECHNOLOGY 32 Progress Report By James Rutherford Progressive games continue to provide a jackpot spark for most slot areas and grow in popularity with consumers. Vendors are responding with new themes and play mechanics. 38 Editor’s Letter In the News Event Review Trade Shows Product Focus On the Move Ad Index — Bally Technologies User Conference, GLI University Roundtable 16 36 40 41 CORPORATE PROFILE ADVERTORIALS 36 CASINOJOURNAL.COM • APRIL 2012 • CASINO JOURNAL 3 Publication List Using a screen reader? Click Here |
