Fed set to lower interest rates despite rising inflation Summary The Federal Reserve is widely expected to start cutting interest rates on 17 September, beginning a modest easing cycle despite recent upward pressure on inflation. Fed chair Jay Powell signalled a shift towards cuts at Jackson Hole, and weaker jobs data has increased concern about […]
US inflation rises to 2.9% in August Summary Headline US consumer price inflation climbed to 2.9% in August, according to the Financial Times report. The rise signals a pause — or even a reversal — in the disinflation trend that had been emerging earlier this year. The move raises fresh questions about the trajectory for […]
Exit Mandelson — leaving questions about Downing Street’s judgment Summary Peter Mandelson has been sacked as the UK ambassador to the US amid revelations about links to Jeffrey Epstein. The Financial Times piece criticises Downing Street’s decision-making — arguing the appointment and subsequent handling exposed weaknesses in vetting and political judgement at the heart of […]
Peter Mandelson sacked as UK ambassador to US over Epstein links Summary Peter Mandelson has been removed from his post as the United Kingdom’s ambassador to the United States after reporting linked him to Jeffrey Epstein. The dismissal has provoked immediate political reaction and questions about the vetting and appointment process in Downing Street. The […]
AI and Ethics Summary After attending the G&L Forum AI + cybersecurity leadership congress the author shares reflections on the ethical use of AI. The short piece argues that while AI is being promoted as transformative and convenient, most marketing and deployment plans lack a clear focus on ethics. Ethics is defined as doing what […]
AI: Your Business’s Best Friend or Silent Saboteur? Summary The article uses a boardroom anecdote — a 14% cut in operational costs paired with the discovery of three serious security vulnerabilities — to illustrate the double-edged nature of AI adoption. It argues that AI can transform operations and customer experience but also introduces higher-stakes risks […]
CIOs Are Becoming the New COOs Summary In 2025 the line between technology leadership and operations has blurred: Chief Information Officers (CIOs) are increasingly running operational initiatives and delivering on core organisational strategy. The piece argues that technology is not a back-office utility handed off to departments, but the engine that defines efficiency and outcomes […]
From Strategy to Solutions—TribalNet Powers Innovation for Tribal Governments, Gaming & Hospitality, Enterprises, and Health Facilities Summary The TribalNet Conference & Tradeshow (TribalHub) returns for its 26th year, taking place 14–18 September 2025 in Reno, NV. The event is a focused gathering for tribal governments, casinos, hospitality operators, enterprises and health facilities to explore technology […]
ANS Technology Solutions (a division of ANS Electric) Launches Boundless Summary ANS Technology Solutions has commercially launched Boundless, a carrier-backed indoor coverage solution that converts a property’s existing Wi‑Fi into a seamless cellular experience and a new monthly revenue stream. With contracts in place with AT&T and T‑Mobile and Verizon in final onboarding, venues deploying […]
CasinoTrac™ Continues Nevada Expansion Article Date: 2025-08-05T13:37:25+00:00 Article URL: https://mygamingandleisure.com/casinotrac-continues-nevada-expansion/ Article Image: Summary Table Trac, Inc. (CasinoTrac) announced further expansion in Nevada with new installs and upgrades to its CasinoTrac CMS. Barton’s Club 93 (now owned by GLM Gaming, LLC) is upgrading its slot system to CasinoTrac’s PlayerLINQ™ network and adopting SlotSUITE™, SelfPAY™, KTMobile™, and […]
