MGM Resorts is making big moves with a strong first quarter announcement and plans for a significant bid in New York. CEO Bill Hornbuckle shared the company’s strategy for expansion at the Empire City Casino and highlighted robust growth in their digital divisions during their earnings call. Source: Article Key Points MGM reports a solid […]
Light & Wonder has confirmed that Glenn Huybrecht, who served as Vice President & Managing Director for Asia, has left the company just four months into his role. Ken Jolly, who had previously stepped down in January, will now take over his responsibilities. Huybrecht joined the firm in early 2024 and aimed to lead the […]
Station Casinos executives have expressed confidence in their ability to weather a potential recession, citing a more resilient Las Vegas locals market compared to previous downturns. During an earnings call, Red Rock Resorts’ CFO, Stephen Cootey, highlighted the company’s solid business model and strategic expansion plans as indicators of their preparedness. Source: Article URL Key […]
The Federal Communications Commission is urged by Reps. Doris Matsui and Yvette Clarke to persist with the implementation of the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark labelling programme for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. This initiative is highlighted as a critical cybersecurity move to help consumers navigate their tech choices. As more smart devices infiltrate homes, the […]
The Cyber Readiness Institute (CRI) is shifting its focus under the new leadership of Sasha Pailet Koff, aiming at understanding the human elements that contribute to cybersecurity issues. Koff emphasises that a significant number of security breaches stem from human errors and aims to address this through partnerships with state and local governments and small […]
Summary Harrods has confirmed it fell victim to a cyberattack, joining other UK retailers such as Marks & Spencer and The Co-Op in facing significant security threats. The luxury retailer disclosed it had experienced attempts to unauthorised access, prompting proactive measures to protect its systems. Despite the incident, all of Harrods’ stores, including online operations, […]
Paycom Europe Limited, a subsidiary of Paycom Software, has received a Payment Institution licence from the Central Bank of Ireland. This move allows Paycom to expand its single-database payroll software across Europe, including Ireland and other EEA member states. Being one of only 26 firms with this authorisation, Paycom aims to streamline payroll processes for […]
Bench, the startup that dabbles in accounting and tax services, has announced a round of significant layoffs. This follows its purchase during a fire sale last December, and it’s stirring up quite the conversation in the fintech community. Though they haven’t revealed the exact number of jobs lost, estimates suggest dozens of positions were cut, […]
According to recent research, almost one third of UK workers are keen to clock off early during a heatwave, with 34% also likely to take longer lunch breaks. This insight raises important questions about employee productivity and the need for HR to adapt to ensure a balanced and effective work environment even in scorching weather. […]
The Sabah and Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Acts 2025 officially took effect on 1 May 2025, marking a historic point for labour laws in Malaysia. These amendments aim to standardise labour regulations across the nation, ensuring equality and enhancing worker rights. The government’s move to harmonise these laws signifies significant progress in alignment with international […]
