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Mendoza gaming institute closes traditional tables at central casino

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Mendoza’s provincial gaming institute, IPJyC, closed the live-game tables at the central Casino de Mendoza from 5 August, leaving only slot machines, according to reports. The decision affects 81 workers and allows customers to exchange traditional-room chips for cash at the casino until 4 September. The institute cited falling attendance at traditional games and a restructuring plan.

The closure changes the casino’s offering and affects 81 workers, while setting a deadline for customers to redeem chips.

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