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Global Gaming Business Magazine
20 COVER STORY
Incredible Story
Incredible Technologies began in the basement of a couple who developed games for home video consoles , grew into the largest coin-operated amusement supplier in the U . S ., and ultimately pivoted to become a force in the casino slot market . Here ’ s the company ’ s remarkable story .
By Frank Legato
On the cover : Incredible Technologies cofounder and CEO Elaine Hodgson , President of Gaming Dan Schrementi , and co-founder and Executive Vice President Richard Ditton
FEATURES
14 Scandinavian Monopolies Internet gaming operators in the Nordic countries are re-evaluating the monopolistic model of several stateowned entities .
By Nicole Macedo
24 Future Leaders The 2025 Class of Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40 presents a model of gaming industry leaders for today and into the future . Here are profiles of 10 impactful leaders under age 40 .
By Carly Albright , Rae Berkley , Jack Goodin , Roger Gros , Robin Harrison-Millan , Jess Marquez , AJ Mason , Marjorie Preston , and Bill Sokolic
38 Meeting the Test BMM Innovation Group has established itself as a world leader and standard-bearer in testing , certification and compliance services .
By Jess Marquez
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40 The POGO Fallout Months after Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr . outlawed Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations ( POGOs ), new revelations on the criminality of the enterprises keep arising .
By Marjorie Preston
46 Awards and Accolades The 23rd annual GGB Gaming & Technology Awards head up a robust awards lineup at G2E .
By Patrick Roberts
50 Kiosk Versatility The variety and advanced technology of kiosks dotting today ’ s casino floors ensure a seamless player experience .
By Cole Rush
COLUMNS
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10 AGA How Americans Really Feel About Gaming
Dave Forman
12 Fantini ’ s Finance Opportunity on the Horizon
Frank Fantini
DEPARTMENTS
4 The Agenda
6 By the Numbers
8 5 Questions
13 AGEM
54 New Game Review
56 Frankly Speaking
57 Cutting Edge
58 Goods & Services
61 People
62 Casino Communications
With Dr . Damir Böhm , CEO , TipWin
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