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GSA launches
he Gaming Standards Association (GSA) has officially launched its new Blockchain Committee and has elected Earle G. Hall,
CEO of AxesNetwork, as committee chair. GSA and GSA Europe announced the committee’s formation during ICE Totally Gaming. The committee’s charter has been approved and its first meeting was on April 10th in London, hosted by GSA member company Playtech. GSA President Peter DeRaedt said: “We are
very excited to evolve this committee into a significantly beneficial asset to our prestigious membership. The blockchain technology is poised to change our industry forever. We are very thankful to have someone with the vision, in-depth knowledge and exceptional drive that Earle brings to GSA. He will lead us into this new realm of technology that will affect every aspect of our evolution.” Blockchain Committee Chair Earle G. Hall said: “Blockchain is the answer to so many of our
inefficiencies. It is inherently designed for transparent, secure and distributed information flow. Blockchain will exponentially increase the potential for collaboration, efficiency and connectivity. I am very grateful to the membership for their vote of confidence with respect to my nomination. I am excited to pool together all the talent I can to serve our members in this need to embrace this revolution.” Blockchain technology is poised to revolutionize data sharing, security and has the ability to provide regulatory authorities with previously unobtainable levels of transparency. GSA’s new Blockchain Technical Committee will collaboratively address the technology and advise on possible areas where standards could be developed. Amongst the critical initial topics to evolve are reference architecture studies, authentication methodologies, external interface compatibility and the impact on and potential for central monitoring systems.
New Holland Casino opens with 100% CPI
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he latest Holland Casino establishment in Amsterdam-West will soon open with CPI banknote validators and the EASITRAX smart cashbox system
across the gaming floor. The goal to open a new operation with proven products and an efficient cash management process is what ultimately led Holland Casino management to specify CPI. While their team has already been loyal to the SC Advance banknote validator and its predecessor, the CASHFLOW SC, for many years, this will be their first property to benefit from the EASITRAX smart cashbox system. EASITRAX works by collecting transaction and
performance data directly from the banknote validator and then generating insightful reports that can be used to drive more proactive operational and cash management processes. Operators can streamline their cash drops and asset evaluations; identify and resolve discrepancies with ease; optimize asset performance; and take fast action when potential maintenance or security i ssues arise. “What particularly impressed our management team was
the investment that CPI made in us,” said Jelle van Battum, product management slots at Holland Casino. “Not only did they take the time to learn about our operations, but they actually adapted their EASITRAX product to bring us a stronger solution. For example, because we don’t employ a large drop team, CPI created a new feature for us – called the Dynamic Drop Schedule – that will allow us to plan our shifts and maximize productivity by picking which specific machines to collect cashboxes from.”
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Playtech welcomes former UKGC senior manager Richard Bayliss
laytech has announced the appointment of Richard Bayliss, former Senior Online
Manager at the UK Gambling Commission, to its compliance team as Regulatory Compliance Manager. In his new role Richard will play a
key part in leading the direction of Playtech’s responsible gambling initiatives.
Ian Ince, Group Head of
Regulatory Affairs, Playtech, said: “Everyone at Playtech is delighted to welcome Richard. With a wealth of experience with UKGC, his insight will be a major bonus as we strive to stay at the forefront of regulatory compliance developments. I’m certain he will be an invaluable addition to the team.” During his 11 years with the UK Gambling Commission, Richard played a central role in monitoring technological and product innovation within the gambling industry and assessing their potential impact on the British regulatory system.
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