An Overview Of Italian Gaming The State Of The Industry,
2012
University of Pisa
An Overview Of Italian Gaming The State Of The Industry, Roberto Verona
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
In recent years, the field of gambling in Italy has registered significant growth and Italians have demonstrated high propensity to play. The purpose of this article is to analyze the dynamics of such growth, in particular of the sectors that have developed more than others, and the effect of State policies and regulations on decisions taken by economic operators. From our research, it emerges that the gambling sector has been affected by a complex and contradictory State normative policy. Despite the fact that the Italian legal system allows only four casinos to operate, contradictory State polices throughout the years have …
Allocation Of Gaming Licenses And Establishment Of Bid Processes: The Case Of Kansas, 2008 And 2009,
2012
Kansas Racing & Gaming Commission
Allocation Of Gaming Licenses And Establishment Of Bid Processes: The Case Of Kansas, 2008 And 2009, Stephen Martino, William R. Eadington
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
This paper looks at the recent history of allocation of exclusive franchise or limited franchise casino licenses in jurisdictions throughout the world and comments on their strengths and weaknesses as well as successes and failures of various strategies that have been undertaken. The paper then examines the Kansas legalization and bidding process that emerged between 2007 and 2009 as a case study in evaluating the effectiveness of various principles that had emerged via the legislation and subsequent procedural decisions. The authors offer the opinion that many of the principles and processes developed in Kansas were based on those that had …
Trip Characteristics Of Casino And Racino Visitors In A Midwestern State,
2012
Oklahoma State University
Trip Characteristics Of Casino And Racino Visitors In A Midwestern State, Sheila A. Scott-Halsell, Radesh Palakurthi, Greg Dunn, Wanlanai Saiprasert
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
Gaming is a revenue driver for many areas and can be an economic boost for businesses and tourism entities around gaming venues. This study seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the characteristics profile and expenditures of casino and racino visitors in a Midwestern state as a valuable resource that could be used by those in tourism planning to better determine who is coming into their state for gaming purposes and how they might better attract and accommodate them. Suggestions will be made based on the findings to aid in determining effective marketing methods to attract visitors, as well as …
Perception Of Macao Teachers And Students Regarding Gaming Operators' Social Responsibility,
2012
Institute for Tourism Studies
Perception Of Macao Teachers And Students Regarding Gaming Operators' Social Responsibility, Fanny Vong
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
The study brings to the forefront a discussion of corporate social responsibility of gaming operators. It assessed Macao high school students' and teachers' perceptions of the extent of social responsibility being exercised by the six local gaming operators, as well as their support for the operators, and desire for further gaming investment and work opportunities in the gaming sector. The majority of the respondents were not aware of gaming operators exercising socially responsible activities. Among those who were, the majority perceived that only one company was involved and none has participated in protecting the environment, beautifying the city, creating a …
Book Reviews,
2012
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Book Reviews, Betty Mcneal
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
No abstract provided.
Book Reviews,
2012
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Book Reviews, Bo J. Bernhard
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
No abstract provided.
Review Of The 14th International Conference On Gambling & Risk Taking,
2012
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Review Of The 14th International Conference On Gambling & Risk Taking, Sally Monaghan, Brett L.L. Abarbanel, Toni Repetti, Ashlee M. Kalina, Bo Bernhard
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
No abstract provided.
Bibliographic Software: An Overview Of Selection Criteria For Gaming Researchers,
2012
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Bibliographic Software: An Overview Of Selection Criteria For Gaming Researchers, Lateka Grays
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
No abstract provided.
Estimating The Effect Of The 2003 Gaming Tax Restructuring On Riverboat Gaming Volume,
2012
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Estimating The Effect Of The 2003 Gaming Tax Restructuring On Riverboat Gaming Volume, Mikael Ahlgren, Michael C. Dalbor, Ashok Singh
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
This paper analyzes the effect of the 2003 Illinois gaming tax increase on gaming demand. To model gaming demand, slot machine coin-in is chosen for the period January 2000 to December 2006. Multiple regression analysis is used to model both the tax increase and account for seasonality in the data. A Box Jenkins model was employed to address correlation of error terms. The findings reveal that Illinois experienced a decrease in gaming demand when the tax increases took effect. The findings indicate that legislators should acknowledge and evaluate the negative economic pressures tax increases have on the gaming industry.
Examining Resident Perceptions Of Negative Gambling Impacts With Factual Evidence,
2012
Arizona State University
Examining Resident Perceptions Of Negative Gambling Impacts With Factual Evidence, Deepak Chhabra
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
This study attempts to establish a dialogue between perceived negative impacts associated with borrowing money to gamble and the resulting bankruptcies in three ways: matching local resident opinions with evidence they are asked to provide; determining causal effects of evidence on perceptions; and confirming the bankruptcy issues by using historical data. The results of the study are mixed. On one hand, they indicate a close tie between borrowing perceptions and real facts. However, on the other hand, they also report that bankruptcy related perceptions are not based on evidence and suggest that several factors are at play besides the casino …
The Emotional Impact Of Casino Servicescape,
2012
Macau Inter-University Institute
The Emotional Impact Of Casino Servicescape, Hei-Lim (Michael) Lio, Raymond Rody
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
This study investigates the emotional impact of casino servicescape among Chinese table games gambling participants, and its impact on their approach/avoidance behavior. Data on casino servicescape, pleasure, arousal and dominance emotion (PAD) and approach/avoidance responses were obtained from 158 Chinese gamblers in Macau and analyzed using path analysis. The results of this study suggest that aesthetic factors within servicescape significantly influence the customers' perception of the overall servicescape quality. While gambling facilitating factors within servicescape have significant impact on PAD emotions, they are not significant components of the perceived overall servicescape quality. Both overall servicescape quality and PAD emotions have …
Gambling Windfall Decisions: Lottery Winners And Employment Behavior,
2012
University of Gothenburg
Gambling Windfall Decisions: Lottery Winners And Employment Behavior, Bengt Furaker, Anna Hedenus
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
Based on a 2005 survey among Swedish lottery winners, the article throws new light on what those receiving a sudden windfall do with their existing jobs. Many may continue to work as before the winning, but others may alter their work situation in one way or another. We focus on three possible changes: (i) quitting the job; (ii) going on unpaid full-time leave; and (iii) shortening one's working hours. In our study less than 12% quit working, approximately 24% took unpaid full-time leave, 16% reduced their working hours, but 62% did not make any of these changes. In other words, …
Book Reviews,
2012
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Book Reviews, Betty Mcneal
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
No abstract provided.
The Battered Gaming Industry: A Case Study For Our Times?,
2012
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
The Battered Gaming Industry: A Case Study For Our Times?, Bo J. Bernhard
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
No abstract provided.
Exploring Casino Impact Perceptions Of A Unique Population,
2012
Arizona State University
Exploring Casino Impact Perceptions Of A Unique Population, Deepak Chhabra
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
This study is an investigation of the impact perceptions of Social Service Providers, Law Enforcement Officers, and Economic Development Officers to acquire a wide spectrum of community views. In doing so, this study advances the literature by examining this unique population's perceptions of casino gambling impacts and factors driving those perceptions, and their support for casinos in general using the social exchange theory framework. The results suggest that officers who have worked with gamblers tend to agree more with the economic benefits. A partial support for social exchange theory is also noted. The results have important implications for the casino …
High Rollers From Mainland China: A Profile Based On 99 Cases,
2012
Macao Polytechnic Institute
High Rollers From Mainland China: A Profile Based On 99 Cases, Zhonglu Zeng, David Forrest
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
Macao's casinos win a high proportion of their revenue from high rollers from Mainland China but some of these generate social problems back home. We analyze 99 cases of high rollers whose activities came to media attention, building a profile of them based on information in the reports. They were mainly from areas near Macao or from particularly rich regions of China. Most were male, aged 30- 49. They tended to be government officials, managers of state-owned businesses or owners of private enterprises. They lost as much as US$12.08 million on a single trip. Their average accumulated loss amounted to …
An Analysis Of Gambling Expenditure Across Countries,
2012
University of Macau
An Analysis Of Gambling Expenditure Across Countries, Chan Boon Patrick Lee
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
This study hypothesized that gambling expenditure across countries was positively related to income and negatively related to uncertainty avoidance. Statistical analyses using secondary data were conducted to test the hypotheses. The results of a multivariate linear regression using income and uncertainty avoidance as the independent variables and gambling expenditure as the dependent variable showed that the two independent variables were significantly related to gambling expenditure. The two independent variables explained 56 percent of the variance in the dependent variable. An exponential model with only income as the independent variable, however, accounted for 72 percent of the variance in gambling expenditure. …
Toward Legalization Of Poker: The Skill Vs. Chance Debate,
2012
University of Denver
Toward Legalization Of Poker: The Skill Vs. Chance Debate, Robert C. Hannum, Anthony N. Cabot
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
This paper sheds light on the age-old argument as to whether poker is a game in which skill predominates over chance or vice versa. Recent work addressing the issue of skill vs. chance is reviewed. This current study considers two different scenarios to address the issue: 1) a mathematical analysis supported by computer simulations of one random player and one skilled player in Texas Hold'Em, and 2) full-table simulation games of Texas Hold'Em and Seven Card Stud. Findings for scenario 1 showed the skilled player winning 97 percent of the hands. Findings for scenario 2 further reinforced that highly skilled …
Responsible Gaming Device Research Report,
2012
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Responsible Gaming Device Research Report, Bo J. Bernhard, Anthony F. Lucas, Dongsuk Jang, Jungsun Kim
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
No abstract provided.
Special Industry Report: Editor's Introductory Remarks,
2012
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Special Industry Report: Editor's Introductory Remarks, Betty Mcneal
UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal
No abstract provided.
