Inside Asian Gaming

IAG SEP 2019年9月 亞博匯 6 SEP 2019年 9月 CONTENTS 內容 Cover 封面 : Caesars Palace, Las Vegas 凱撒皇宮酒店，拉斯維加斯 IN FOCUS 38 The show must go on IAG speaks with Caesars Entertainment’s President of Entertainment, Jason Gastwirth, about the importance of providing a quality and diversified entertainment experience. COLUMNISTS 68 Dealer Dilemma Casinos around the world should consider changing the processes used to train and utilize dealers if they are to avoid boredom and frustration among their most important frontline staff. Daily Briefs 12 TRADE EVENTS 74 Seventh heaven Now in its seventh year, MGS Entertainment Show 2019 will acknowledge the 20th anniversary of Macau’s handover to China while paying tribute to the city’s cultural characteristics. COLUMNISTS 48 Japan: No prize for second While the prize for winning one of the three Japan IR licenses on offer is substantial, there are consequences to consider for those who miss out, says Professor Glenn McCartney. TECH TALK 56 Life on Mars Aristocrat is set to unleash its exciting new MarsX cabinet onto casino floors across the Asia-Pacific region. INDUSTRY PROFILE 80 Vicky Chan: Rising star Asia Pioneer Entertainment’s Vicky Chan tells IAG about her education in the Macau gaming industry and recent recognition as one of its rising stars. FEATURES 62 Big trouble in little China Despite recent transport disruptions and the promise of more uprising to come, it seems the Hong Kong protests have so far had minimal impact on Macau’s casino revenues. 86 EVENTS CALENDAR