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ICE VOX is ‘The Davos of Gaming’ states former Financial Times journalist
delegates can register for, ICE VOX is delivering MORE content and inspiration than ever before making it one of those extremely rare events which industry leaders cannot and do not miss. “In many ways ICE VOX is the Davos of gaming
bringing global infl uencers, thought-leaders and policy makers together in one not to be missed annual event.” The Preview broadcast provides a taster of
Clarion Gaming has recruited award-winning international broadcaster and former Financial Times journalist Nadine Dereza to preview the ICE VOX programme of speakers and content taking place in February. Fresh from presenting for CNBC, the world’s number one business and fi nancial news network, Dereza joined Clarion’s global content director, Robin Harrison to discuss the world’s number 1 gaming conference in a special half-hour broadcast that’s available on-demand at ICE London. In a career that’s seen her interview global
politicians including the late Kofi Annan, Condoleezza Rice, Ban Ki-moon, Anders Fogh Rasmussen and Gerhard Schröder, Nadine Dereza will also be chairing the World Regulatory Briefi ng which comprises two days of informed debate among international policy makers, regulators and industry leaders. Looking ahead to February’s event she said: “The
theme for ICE 2024 is all about MORE: MORE connections, MORE inspiration and MORE learning, and that theme is refl ected in the content, and calibre of speakers across ICE. “Whether that’s the World Regulatory Briefi ng,
International Casino Conference, Esports Betting Conference, or the practical workshops that
February’s content-rich main course introducing a list of contributors which reads like a ‘Who’s Who’ of international gaming and policy making. The cast of talents includes MGM Resorts CEO and
president Bill Hornbuckle, Simon Thomas, executive chair of London’s Hippodrome Casino, Isabelle Falque Pierrotin, chair of both the French Gambling Authority and GREF, South Africa’s Caroline Kongwa, the vice president of IAGR, the UK Gambling Commission’s Tim Miller and more. Clarion Gaming’s Sadie Walters, who leads the
team responsible for curating ICE VOX, said: “We are delighted to have someone of Nadine Dereza’s profi le helping to deliver ICE VOX. Nadine is an award- winning journalist and an experienced business presenter who has worked for the BBC, CNN, SABC and Sky TV. She was awarded ‘Financial Journalist of the Year’ during her time at the FT and has worked with the full business spectrum from CEOs of the FTSE 100/Fortune 500 to start-up entrepreneurs.” “ICE VOX 2024 will be the industry’s most
content-rich experience on record and we have drawn on Nadine’s broadcasting pedigree alongside the industry knowledge and expertise of Clarion’s Global Content Director, Robin Harrison to preview some of the must-see speakers who will be appearing at ICE VOX in February.”
PlayCity Casino chooses Zitro
The PlayCity Casino chain has expanded its Zitro game catalogue by adding over 100 machines featuring Fu Frog and Fu Pots. Available on the Illusion Glare and Allure Glare cabinets, respectively, these games offer
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taking the excitement of the game to new heights. Fu Frog and Fu Pots introduce three exciting features: one that multiplies winnings, another that doubles prizes, and a third that grants extra lives. Marisol Ortiz, director of slots at PlayCity
Casino, said: “The addition of Fu Frog and Fu Pots to our extensive game gallery has proven successful in keeping our customers captivated; in a short time, they’ve become one of their favorite multi-games”. Johnny Viveiros Ortiz, founder of Zitro, added:
“We truly value the enduring loyalty that PlayCity demonstrates towards Zitro. The games Fu Frog and Fu Pots have established themselves as essential gaming experiences in the country’s gaming venues, and it’s truly gratifying to witness the remarkable success they’ve achieved at PlayCity.”
6 JANUARY 2024 IGT chief accounting offi cer Tim Rishton to retire
Tim Rishton, IGT senior vice president and chief accounting offi cer, will retire at the end of 2024, following 29 years with the Company. Rishton will be succeeded by David Morgan, who will take on the role of IGT senior vice president and chief accounting offi cer on January 1, 2024. During 2024, Rishton will support this leadership transition.
“On behalf of the leadership team at IGT, I congratulate Tim Rishton on an illustrious career. Tim’s leadership, strategic vision, industry knowledge, discipline and integrity will have a lasting infl uence on our organization,” said Max Chiara, IGT executive vice president and chief fi nancial offi cer. “Tim has been instrumental in helping drive some of the most signifi cant milestones in the evolution of IGT and its legacy companies.”
Morgan joined IGT in 2017 and since 2020, has served as IGT vice president and corporate controller, overseeing the preparation of fi nancial statements and underlying accounting records in accordance with relevant accounting and regulatory standards.
“Throughout his tenure at IGT, David Morgan has displayed a dedication to process improvement along with strong knowledge and expertise in technical accounting. He is a tremendous
professional who will have a positive impact on our accounting and tax group, and our broader
organization as a member of the leadership team,” added Chiara.
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