Arizona's Sports Energy Starts at Home
Arizona is known for wide-open skies and desert views, but stadium lights now shine almost as brightly in the state’s identity. From Phoenix to Tucson and smaller towns in between, more people plan their weeks around games, watch parties, and time in the stands.
The United States has spent the past decade turning regulated online gambling into a proving ground for player protection tech. What started as a patchwork of state level rules has evolved into a kind of competitive showcase.
I have attended every Global Gaming Expo since I moved across from Clarion Events to head-up Clarion’s gaming division. I have always enjoyed the experience of being in Vegas, both on a professional and a personal level.
ICE Barcelona and G2E operate in the same space. As a consequence it may surprise some Casino Life readers to learn that I always look forward to experiencing a successful edition of the show in Las Vegas.
he unexpected death of Indian Gaming Association Chairman Ernest L. Stevens Jr., (1959-2025) on September 26 left a void in the world of Indian gaming. He was a legend in Indian Country and was described as “warrior, statesman, champion.” Flags flew at half-staff at the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin upon his death.
Attending G2E Las Vegas this year offered the usual mix of industry innovation, bright lights and the ever-present hum of optimism that defines our business. The show floor was buzzing, deals were being struck and gaming’s global pulse felt as strong as ever.
Arizona's Sports Energy Starts at Home
Arizona is known for wide-open skies and desert views, but stadium lights now shine almost as brightly in the state’s identity. From Phoenix to Tucson and smaller towns in between, more people plan their weeks around games, watch parties, and time in the stands.
For years, Ireland’s gambling laws were considered outdated, fragmented, and ill-equipped to support the technological evolution of the global gaming sector. That changed with the introduction of the Gambling Regulation Act 2024, a milestone reform that transformed the legal environment, streamlined licensing, and created a controlled path for digital expansion.
Younger players are reshaping casino entertainment with their demand for skill, interactivity and social connection. Static reels and legacy themes no longer cut through. To stay relevant, the casino industry must adapt by blending esports-style mechanics, interactive design and social-media-inspired UX to connect with the next generation.
