3M Touch Systems, Inc. this week announced the availability of its break-through touch screen technology - Dispersive Signal Technology (DST). US based Richardson Electronics' Pixelink Division will offer an integrated NEC MultiSyncLCD 4010 40-inch TFT touch screen monitor solution incorporating the 3M MicroTouch DST Touch Screen and Controller. [more information]
Merit Industries, Inc., has announced that effective immediately, it is changing its corporate brand name to Merit Entertainment. As a world leader in amusement entertainment machines since 1977, the new moniker fits Merit's ongoing commitment to provide the freshest and most up-to-date in coin-operated entertainment. [more information]
With the annual expo season now underway, the International Casino Exhibition (ICE) has set out its stall as a major 'global force in the gaming industry.' This is the theme adopted by show organisers, ATE, in what will be the London show's biggest visitor marketing campaign in its 15-year history. [more information]
Money Controls will demonstrate an unrivalled portfolio of gaming products next week at G2E, Las Vegas Convention Centre, 13-15 September 2005. Billed as the gaming show organised "by the industry and for the industry", G2E is the perfect platform for Money Controls to guide international visitors through a full range of unbeatable components for secure money systems. [more information]
ATE, organiser of the annual ATEI (Amusement Trades Exhibition International) has this month launched its expansive, global marketing thrust for the 2006 show, taking place at the Earls Court Exhibition Centre, London across 24, 25 and 26 January. [more information]
A team comprising of Steve Bryant, Simon Hosken, Leon & Matthew Deith all of Deith Group based in Reigate will be embarking on a charity event called Race the Sun. Calling themselves, The Arcade Classic's, the plan is to beat their best total raised of just over £8000 when they were part of the team taking part in the Three Peaks Challenge a few years ago. [more information]
Further to the recent news that Namco has released a free upgrade for the popular arcade game Tekken 5, known as Tekken 5 Version 5.1; the latest news to emerge is the soon-to-be announced release of Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection. The official announcement and more details are expected to be revealed at the JAMMA show in Japan this week. [more information]
Highwaygames has negotiated and secured special rates for International exhibitors at the upcoming G Star trade show. G Star is the first Korean show for the amusement industry to cover all game platforms including arcade, console and PC games, with special highlights on online and mobile games; and is expected to rival E3. [more information]
Triotech Amusement is pleased to announce that three new movies are now available on the XD Theater, a multi-seat 3D motion simulated thrill ride that transcends time, space and imagination. [more information]
Show organisers project exhibitors will break sales records at the eighth edition of the traditional Andean Fair of Games of Chance, Fadja 2006. [more information]
The full Fantasy Entertainment product line of photo kiosks is now available through Highway Entertainment. This includes Foto Fun Strips Kiosk, Sketch Express, Portrait Studio, Foto Fantasy Classic, Digital Easel and Kodak Sticker Station. [more information]
TAB-Austria has revealed its latest game, "Who wants to be a Space Traveller 2" for the current version 10.10 Silverball terminals in the ChampionsNet of TAB-Austria. [more information]
Incredible Technologies, a leader in developing cutting-edge products for today's bar market, has created a special video that showcases its entire 2005 product line in an easy-to-view DVD format. [more information]
Heber Limited, one of the fastest growing providers of innovative electronic control systems in the world, has announced it has appointed Happ as its exclusive distributor for the USA and Canada. [more information]
UltraCade Technologies, manufacturer of classic multi-game video machines, announced this week that it received approval from the State of Washington Gambling Commission to operate its Breeders' Cup – Tournament Edition game, including the game's Tournament Network throughout the state of Washington. [more information]
KWP has unveiled the first revelations of a major development in the video amusement scene that will see the implementation of an independent tournament network to offer a brand new revenue stream to the changing cashbox of amusement operators. [more information]
Expressions of interest are requested for a fully digital Audio, Music Video and Karaoke JukeBox concept totally conceived, designed and programmed in Australia. [more information]
The 4th annual Golden Tee World Championship – the first major tournament to be held on the new Golden Tee LIVE platform – is scheduled for November 13-15 at Friday's Front Row in Orlando, Florida. [more information]
Visitors to the International Casino Exhibition (ICE) booth in the British Pavilion at G2E 2006 will be given the opportunity to win two luxury tickets for Wimbledon 2006 – widely regarded as the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world. The tickets are being offered in a free-to-enter draw organised by ICE as part of the marketing promotion for the 2006 show. [more information]
UltraCade Technologies, a manufacturer of classic multi-game video machines for both the coin-op and consumer markets, last week announced that it has entered into an exclusive partnership with Tecway Development Co., Ltd of Taiwan. [more information]
The twelfth edition of GTI Expo set new records with buyers from over 60 countries and regions attending the event, and a total of 115 operators presenting an exceptional sale of over 2,000 new products and 900 booths. The GTI Expo took place at Taipei World Trade Centre, Halls B, C, and D from 8 – 10 July, 2005, and cemented its influence, importance and name as the largest gaming expo in the Pan Pacific Area. [more information]
Fantasy Entertainment last week announced the appointment of Mr Dale Valvo to the position of CEO and President overseeing both its domestic and international business operations. [more information]
Nearly one hundred operators descended on the beautiful Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino in Uncasville, Connecticut in early August to attend Incredible Technologies' fourth Operator Summit. The Summit is a series of educational seminars – hosted by IT staff members - that educate operators on how to maximise their earnings potential with IT products and services. [more information]
Money Controls is set to intensify its presence in the Western European Pay to Play, Gaming and Vending markets by assembling a strengthened sales team. [more information]
Roxor and Andamiro have collaborated to produce 'Pump It Up! In The Groove 2', a blending of the two company's products into a single release, according to The Stinger Report. [more information]
ATE begins its integration with Clarion Events with a move to Earls Court and the announcement of online visa help to visitors of the 2006 ATEI and ICE trade exhibitions. [more information]
Sales of The Fast And The Furious, the Raw Thrills video driving game have topped 1,000 units, with students identified as a core segment of the playing audience. The data, released by exclusive European distributor Brent Sales, reflects strong demand for performance video games with sales spread throughout the UK, Spain, Italy, Germany and France. [more information]
Games Warehouse, the U.K.'s leading developer and manufacturer of multi-game SWP's, and Merit Industries, the worldwide leader in touchscreen entertainment, announced this month that Games Warehouse has been acquired by Merit Industries. [more information]
Bay Tek Inc., the coin-operated game manufacturer based in Pulaski, Wisconsin has spent the last 18 months under vigorous strategic planning. This planning has resulted in a renewed focus on product development, personnel changes and a clearly defined Mission, Vision and Values. The company has also changed its name to Bay Tek Games and unveiled a new logo. [more information]
Money Controls is helping to supply Macau's booming casino market with a vital source of skilled workforce by providing training for slot technicians. The Macau Tourism and Casino Career Centre runs first rate courses for students aiming to forge a career within the tourism and gaming industries. [more information]
The well-established European i-gaming Congress & Expo (EiG) which succeeded in bringing together close to 1,000 sector professionals over the first three years of its tenure in Barcelona, Spain – is now set for further expansion at its new home on the Côte d'Azur. [more information]
This summer sees the launch of 'Human Spaceflight: Lunar Base 2025' at the National Space Centre in Leicester. This new gallery was designed by Leicester-based agency, Haley Sharpe, and leading academics in the field to present a glimpse into the future. [more information]
Sega Amusements Europe Ltd is pleased to announce the expansion of its sales team by the appointment of Maria Carmen Villarroya as Sales Manager. Maria, previously of Gaelco and Namco Europe, has tremendous sales experience in the industry and is greatly respected. [more information]
International Currency Technologies, Inc., a registered California company, has filed counterclaims against Mars Incorporated in a lawsuit pending the District Court of Delaware, asserting non-infringement and invalidity of United States Patent No. 5,632,367, "the '367 patent". [more information]
Trio-Tech Amusement is ready to launch its new full-blown driving simulator, Wasteland Racers 2071 at the AMOA International Expo on 14-16 September in Las Vegas. [more information]
Subsequent to its brilliant success with great patronage from the worldwide industry operators, the fifth presentation of Gaming Expo will be on stage again in Macau in 2006. [more information]
Money Controls will be showcasing its full range of pay-in and pay-out products at the Australasian Gaming Expo, 21-23 August, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour, NSW Australia. [more information]
Enada Rome 2005, the 33rd edition of this coin-op amusement machine show, will be held from 13-16 October, 2005 at the Rome Expo Centre. [more information]
Brent Electronic has secured an exclusive 18-month supply contract with Leisure Link, the UK's largest machine operator. The contract, which covers the supply of general spares, components and dedicated ancillary products, was gained following the completion of a competitive tender involving four companies. [more information]
Introducing our latest stock arrival, 'as new' Atomiswave SD cabinets which are suitable for arcade operation as well as for home and MAME systems. These cabinets feature a highly advanced 29" flat screen VGA monitor allowing for a full range of games to be played including CGA, EGA and VGA. [more information]
The 2005 edition of GTI Expo set new records in the numbers of exhibitors, booths and visitors with a 45 percent increase in the number of booths compared to last year's show. [more information]
The CA Extreme Arcade Collectors' show will be held this weekend on 6-7 August, an annual celebration of coin operated pinball machines, video games and other novelties once found in game arcades [more information]
The Bodyart by Airtoo system was launched last month at the Wild Wadi waterpark in Dubai, with a Deluxe cart now located within the park giving guests the opportunity to purchase different designs ranging from tribal armbands to butterflies and fairies. [more information]
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