AGEM MEMBERSHIP NEWS
MEMBER PROFILE Company / Zitro
Web address /
www.globalzitro.com AGEM Membership level / Silver
Description / Zitro’s focus on research, development and innovation of products, has led the company to become a global leading supplier of Video Slot and
Video Bingo games in addition to its commitment to give greater prominence to the online market.
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
AGEM November 2022 Recap l AGEM will host Nevada Gaming Control Board Member, Brittnie Watkins, and Technology Division Chief, Jim Barbee, at the next monthly gathering on December 13. In addition to being a discussion with the GCB Technology on general industry issues, this will also be prior to the Nevada Gaming Commission agenda on December 22, where proposed Regulation 5 provisions surrounding cybersecurity will be discussed and considered. AGEM, through its Compliance Committee and outside counsel, is preparing a response and comments on the proposed regulations. Members are also invited to provide additional information that may assist with AGEM’s response to ensure that supplier considerations are identified and considered.
l G2E 2022 was recently completed and deemed to be a successful show by exhibitors and visitors alike. Korbi Carrison, G2E Event Director, gave a recap of the show at the recent monthly meeting. Total attendance is thought to be 25,000, a number which is just shy of 2019 figures, however, the data is still being analysed with final figures not yet verified. Te G2E educational panels were particularly well attended with higher-than-expected numbers and in some cases, all seats taken with standing room only. Te focus now is to build on the success of this year’s show by evaluating all the feedback to determine what worked, what didn’t, and how they can continue to improve to make G2E be the best show.
MEMBER PROFILE Company / Competition Interactive
Web address /
www.competitioninteractive.com AGEM Membership level / Bronze
Description / Competition Interactive is a licensed gaming manufacturer born from the love of game
design and the passion of evolving the casino gaming experience. Teir strong team brings years of
experience to provide the gaming industry with Next- Gen fun and engaging Casino and iGaming products.
l For the past few months, the AGEM Compliance Committee has been putting together information to present to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to improve the process of game/product approvals. Currently, some of the processes through the lab are quite cumbersome due to the regulations not keeping up with the fast pace of technology progress. AGEM members have been invited to provide information highlighting some of the more common issues that can be presented to the agency for discussion in hopes of finding a more efficient process for all parties.
Forthcoming Events l AGEM will be supporting the National Black Caucus of State Legislators Conference being
held from November 30 – December 3, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, by sponsoring a cocktail reception during the event.
MEMBER PROFILE Company / Butler Snow LLP
Web address /
www.butlersnow.com AGEM Membership level / Associate
Description / Butler Snow LLP is a full-service law firm with a network of attorneys, advisors and staff
collaborating across a network of more than 25 offices in the United States, Europe and Asia, allowing clients to benefit from strategic counsel, efficient execution and innovative solutions to complex challenges.
AGEM INDEX
The AGEM Index increased by 106.87 points in October 2022 to 846.64, a 14.4 per cent improvement from the prior month. Compared to one year ago, the index was down 231.28 points, or 21.5 per cent. The latest period marked the first month-over- month increase following a two consecutive month skid. During the latest month, nine of the 12 AGEM Index companies reported stock price increases, resulting in nine positive contributions to the AGEM Index and three negative contributions. The largest positive contributor was Aristocrat Leisure, with a 35.62-point gain, while the largest negative contribution was sourced to Konami Corp. with a 5.20-point Index loss.
AGEM is an international trade association representing manufacturers of electronic gaming devices, systems, lotteries and components for the gaming industry. The Association works to further the interests of gaming equipment manufacturers throughout the world. Through political action, tradeshow partnerships, information dissemination and good corporate citizenship, the members of AGEM work together to create benefits for every company within the organisation. Together, AGEM and its member organisations have assisted regulatory commissions and participated in the legislative process to solve problems and create a positive business environment.
WIRE / PULSE / INSIGHT / REPORTS P19
l Te AGEM McMonigle Cup Golf Tournament will take place at Bear’s Best Las Vegas on December 6, 2022. Open to all members, the event will consist of 20 two-person teams and will conclude with a barbecue lunch and prize-giving.
l Te National Conference of Legislators from Gaming States’ Winter Meeting will take place from December 8-11, 2022 in Las Vegas. AGEM will be a sponsor of this important legislator event with Executive Director, Daron Dorsey, and Director of Responsible Gaming, Connie Jones, taking part in various events and panels during the conference.
l Te next AGEM Board of Directors / Voting Member meeting will be held on December 15. One of the key discussion points at the meeting will be an update on planning for the FY24 Budget and related funding requests, along with an update from Officers prior to the Officer elections slated in January 2023.
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