MGM Resorts is urging Thailand’s government to implement a competitive tax rate for casinos and provide better access for locals. Ed Bowers, President of Global Development at MGM, emphasised that collaboration between the government and operators is crucial for the industry’s success. Citing Singapore’s tax model as a benchmark, he warned of potential failures if […]
Derek Stevens, the CEO of the Circa Casino Resort, has revealed that his next casino project in Downtown Las Vegas is still a few years down the line. This announcement follows some comments made by Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley during her State of the City address, which suggested the project was imminent. Key Points […]
Boyd Gaming Corporation is set to rejuvenate the Valley Forge Casino Resort, aiming to transform it into a modern entertainment hub for the King of Prussia and greater Philadelphia areas. The renovation includes redesigning hotel rooms and the lobby, along with the launch of a new food hall. More upgrades will follow over the next […]
Smart leaders are shifting their hiring strategies to include talent from overseas rather than limiting themselves to local candidates. With an increasingly competitive job market, this strategy not only broadens the hiring pool but also helps companies access critical skills that are hard to find domestically. Source: HR.com Key Points Global talent markets are now […]
SOFTSWISS, a global tech company in the iGaming industry, has clinched the Eventex Award 2025 for its Kids Camp, designed to enhance employee support by engaging their children in a unique experience. This award demonstrates the company’s commitment to family values, placing it alongside big names like Disney and Netflix. The Kids Camp took place […]
Summary In 2024, the Japanese government launched a new policy to promote international arbitration, partnering with legal, business, and arbitration communities. The initiative includes raising awareness and building capacity to make Japan a key arbitration seat in East Asia. Alongside this, important judicial rulings have emerged, particularly from the Supreme Court and Tokyo High Court, […]
A UK employment tribunal has made a significant ruling that nonverbal expressions of frustration, such as sighing, can be considered disability discrimination. This case involved Robert Watson, a software engineer with ADHD, who was discriminated against by his former employer, Roke Manor Research. The tribunal stated that the colleague’s expressions of frustration concerning Watson’s work […]
Summary Thames Water has recently halted its executive bonus scheme, which was tied to a controversial £3bn government loan aimed at preventing the company from collapsing. The decision comes amid heavy criticism from the public and officials, who argue the executives were “rewarding themselves for failure.” Experts weigh in on executive pay practices, highlighting the […]
Summary Pedro Brito, Associate Dean and CEO of Nova SBE Executive Education, discusses the evolving landscape of leadership in Portugal amidst the second edition of Unplugged Leadership. The initiative aims to inspire and reflect on leadership by examining the role of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), in coaching and leadership development. Brito asserts that true […]
Summary Vantage Circle, known for its innovative employee recognition and rewards platform, participated in the SHRM TECH 2.0 Conference held in Mumbai. Here, CEO Partha Neog took part in a pivotal panel discussion titled “Workplace 2.0: Decoding Culture for Gen AI Success”. The discussion revolved around the necessity for workplace cultures to adapt alongside the […]
