AGEM MEMBERSHIP NEWS Risk Intelligence MEMBER PROFILE Company / Acuris Risk Intelligence
Web address /
www.acurisriskintelligence.com AGEM Membership level / Associate
Description / Acuris Risk Intelligence was established in 2004 as C6 and rose to become one of the top suppliers of proprietary data on PEPs, sanctions and AML data for due diligence and compliance. It was acquired by Acuris in 2015. Today, Acuris Risk Intelligence combines a world- class dataset – that now includes fraud and cybersecurity content – with expert human analysts and state-of-the- art technology to help organisations manage the risk in business relationships effectively. Clients access our intelligence via a SaaS platform, or via API and feed
technology so risk protection is built into the way they operate. Our focus areas include Tird-Party Risk, Anti- Money Laundering and the proactive detection of Cybersecurity Risk.
New products for 2019 / Cybercheck - With Acuris Cybercheck, you can search and monitor against
compromised identity information harvested from secured, known criminal forums on the unindexed web. You’ll
know whether data is at risk, and be in a position to take immediate action. VIP Gaming Compliance ( detailed source of wealth & on-going funds) Due Diligence
database, new data sets for Cannabis-related businesses We are extending our data model to include proprietary Acuris data sets on Wealth, Cybersecurity and anti-
corruption. Financial Crime Compliance on-line training solutions powered by ManchesterCF
Forthcoming events / 4th June – 6th June, IAGA 2019 International Gaming Summit, San Francisco, US 11th June - 13th June, ACAMS Berlin, Germany, 25th June – 27th June, ECA: Industry Forum - France
25th June, 17th Annual IBA Anti-Corruption Conference, Paris, France
AGEM INDEX
The AGEM Index increased in April 2019 by 23.89 points to 476.35 points, a 5.3 per cent gain from March 2019. The AGEM Index's April 2019 growth was driven by a 6.4 percent increase in the stock price of Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL), which rose from AU$24.51 to $26.08. The stock was responsible for 9.80 points of the AGEM Index's monthly growth. International Game Technology PLC (IGT) experienced a 12.6 per cent stock price gain from $12.99 to $14.63, which led to a contribution of 5.54 points. Overall, most AGEM Index companies reported increases in stock price during the month, with 10 trending positively and four moving negatively. The AGEM Index outperformed the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 indices in April.
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 organization. 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.
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MEMBERSHIP NEWS
AGEM Key Board of Directors Actions l AGEM members had an in-person presentation at the May meeting on the new UNLV Harry Reid Research and Technology Park from International Gaming Institute Executive Director Bo Bernhard and UNLV Associate Vice President of Economic Development Zach Miles. Te first phase of the project on the 122-acre site is a 120,000-square-foot building that is due to open in fall timeframe this year. UNLV is currently going through massive growth and this new Research and Technology Park will be a unique resource that will benefit both students and industry. Te University is very focused on engaging with the business community and wants to attract key industry corporations to collaborate in building and testing great ideas and new innovations. Te new addition to Las Vegas will provide the right resources to do this. More information can be found at
UNLVTechPark.com.
l AGEM’s Nevada workforce development effort to lower the age of gaming supplier employment and internships from 21 to 18 announced passage by the Nevada Legislature of Assembly Bill 221. Previously, Nevada statute prohibited any person under 21 from being employed as a “gaming employee” except as a member of a casino count room staff. Te passage of AB221 retains the count room exception for casino operations, and otherwise applies only to the technology supplier sector, which previously couldn’t even offer internships to those under 21. Te bill has been signed into law by Gov. Steve Sisolak.
l Te European Dealer Championship recently took place in in Tallinn, Estonia at the Olympic Park Casino with the winner Tamas Adam from Switzerland, being crowned on the final evening. Te competition took place over two days with 38 competitors from 20 countries. AGEM is a proud sponsor of this event that highlights not only technical skills and control of the game, but also the importance of excellent customer service.
l AGEM welcomed a new Bronze member at the May meeting - Competition Interactive, based in Las Vegas and headed up by famed casino architect Paul Steelman. Competition Interactive is an innovative gaming studio that brings the familiarity of playing video games you play at home to the casino environment.
Events and Activities l Te International Association of Gaming Advisors (IAGA) International Gaming
Summit will be held at Half Moon Bay, California from June 4-6, 2019. AGEM is a sponsor of this event and Connie Jones, Director of Responsible Gaming, will be attending. IAGA brings together leaders from all global gaming sectors and provide operators, suppliers, attorneys, investors, bankers, regulators and other advisor delegates with an unparalleled opportunity to meet and discuss the top issues facing gaming today.
l AGEM is a sponsor of the 13th Annual Nevada State Conference on Problem Gambling, taking place June 20-21, 2019 at Suncoast Hotel, Las Vegas. Te conference promotes awareness, education and professional networking, and attracts addiction and mental health professionals and interested stakeholder groups.
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