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International Gaming Institute News

The UNLV International Gaming Institute (IGI) is committed to providing cutting-edge insights to the global gaming industry. IGI provides research and programs to more than 50 jurisdictions across the globe—to leaders in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

Current International Gaming Institute News

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Research |

From promoting megaresorts to championing responsible gaming practices, Alan Feldman has made his mark in an industry he never planned to enter. Now his contributions are immortalized with a national Hall of Fame induction.

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Campus News |

A monthly roundup of the top news stories at UNLV, featuring the presidential election, gaming partnerships, and much more.

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Campus News |

A collection of news highlights featuring students and faculty.

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Campus News |

Roundup of the hottest news headlines featuring UNLV students and staff.

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Business and Community |

Co-hosted by the UNLV Sports Innovation Institute, the inaugural SEICon event brings together dozens of sports, entertainment, and innovation leaders — including several with Rebel ties.

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Campus News |

News highlights featuring UNLV students and staff who made (refreshing) waves in the headlines.

International Gaming Institute In The News

G&M News

G&M News had an exclusive interview with the Director of Research of the International Gaming Institute at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (United States). In the article, he reviews his academic and professional career, explains the role of investigations to create an impact on the gambling segment, and underlines large language models and generative AI as stimulating tools with lots of applications for operators and players alike.

Travel Weekly

For visitors who use their own cars to get to Las Vegas or rent a car when they arrive, parking fees have become ubiquitous since MGM Resorts International began instituting them in 2016. Prices to park at major Strip resorts have since risen substantially, but there are both benefits and ways to work around them.

Plugged In

Try to throw some money down in a Las Vegas casino if you’re under 21 years old, and you’ll be quickly escorted out the door. Try to buy a lottery ticket at a gas station before at least 18, and you’ll face the same treatment.

Bloomberg

Chief Financial Officers now play a critical role in shaping corporate strategy and positioning organizations to meet future challenges. This episode profiles DraftKings CFO Alan Ellingson: the online sports betting operator has recently turned profitable, and he'll play a key role in the company's next phase of growth.

Washington Post

When Dino Beltran scans a 68-acre vineyard in the heart of Sonoma County, he sees land where his ancestors traded goods with other tribes, long before tourists flocked to the storied California wine region.

CDC Gaming

In October 2024, Alan Feldman was inducted into the American Gaming Association Hall of Fame. During his four-decade career in gaming, Feldman made the transition from gaming executive to universally recognized expert in responsible gaming. He credits his devotion to the issue of Responsible Gaming to his family tradition of social consciousness, stating it was in his DNA.

International Gaming Institute Experts

An expert on gaming and society, Bernhard has been featured on CNN, The Discovery Channel, the BBC, and The History Channel.
An expert in global gambling regulation, policy, legislation, licensing, compliance, and enforcement.
A global gaming expert specializing in online settings and AI applications, consumer protection, and payments modernization.
An expert in gambling and esports.
A longtime industry executive and leading international expert on responsible gaming. 

Recent International Gaming Institute Accomplishments

Brett Abarbanel (International Gaming Institute, Hospitality) published a book chapter entitled, "Manipulation in Esports" in the "Palgrave Handbook on the Economics of Manipulation in Sport." The book examines manipulation in sport through the lens of economics, bringing light to the various ways benefits can be gained from rule and…
Brett Abarbanel (International Gaming Institute; Hospitality) gave the keynote address at the 2024 Esports Research Network Conference in London, UK. Her keynote, titled, "The Bettor Part of Valor(ant)," explored the interconnectedness between gambling, gaming, and esports, and where research can support a sustainable future for esports’…
Brett Abarbanel (International Gaming Institute; Hospitality) featured in Bloomberg TV's Chief Future Officer, which profiles how CFOs now play a critical role in shaping corporate strategy and positioning organizations to meet future challenges. This episode explored sports betting business and DraftKings CFO, Alan Ellingson.
Representatives of the International Gaming Institute participated in several presentations at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) last week in Las Vegas, NV.  Executive Director Brett Abarbanel participated in a panel entitled "Women in AI: Pioneering the Next Generation of Casino Tech." She spoke about how different perspectives and approaches can…
Scholars working on research at the International Gaming Institute presented four posters at the 25th annual International Center for Responsible Gambling (ICRG) Conference on Sunday, October 6, 2024.  Samantha Wells (Learning & Technology) presented her work on using LLM-based chatbots for supporting responsible gambling education.…
Kasra Ghaharian (International Gaming Institute) has been honored as one of the Emerging Leaders of Gaming (ELG) 40 Under 40 for the Class of 2025. This prestigious recognition is presented by The Innovation Group in collaboration with Global Gaming Business (GGB) magazine. The ELG 40 Under 40 program celebrates professionals under the…