Inside Asian Gaming

IAG JAPAN JAN 2019 2 JAN 2019月 1月 Cover Image: CONTENTS Daily Briefs 10 TRADE EVENTS 54 A night to remember The inaugural Asian Gaming Power 50 Gala Dinner saw a who’s who of Asia’s gaming industry come together at Macau’s Studio City to celebrate those who made a difference in 2018. COLUMNISTS 28 Clear Currency CashBet President Ed Brennan explains why the use of cryptocurrency in land-based casinos is not only inevitable but should be welcomed with open arms. FEATURES 62 Born for the stage Jose Chan Rodrigues and Yamilette M Cano are quickly becoming known as the faces of the local gaming industry event scene. IAG finds out a bit more about this highly sought after young duo. IN FOCUS 36 Gold rush IAG sits down with Rush Street Gaming’s founder and Chairman Neil Bluhm and CFO Tim Drehkoff to discuss the US-based casino operator’s plans to pursue an IR license in Hokkaido. INDUSTRY PROFILE 46 Michael Cheers: Growing with the industry Michael Cheers arrived in Macau just a fewmonths ago to fill the role of Sales Director – Asia for IGT. Vastly experienced in the gaming industry, Cheers shares with IAG some of his personal and professional insights. 68 EVENTS CALENDAR Inside Asian Gaming 目次 表紙写真：