Spectrum Gaming Group appointed Sandra Bograd as senior adviser and promoted Paul Bromberg to managing director of its Asian operations. Bograd is based in Manila and Bromberg in Bangkok; Spectrum said the changes expand its regional compliance, policy and investigations expertise.
The appointments change leadership and advisory coverage for Spectrum’s gaming work across Asia.
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The Indiana Gaming Commission said a study on relocating gambling operations has been submitted to the State Budget Committee and is available for public review. The study was required by legislation to be completed by 1 November and is intended to inform future legislative and regulatory decisions. The commission also outlined how it would accept inland casino licence applications if voters in specified counties approve casino gambling.
A 2021 report that Evolution commissioned from Spectrum Gaming Group found access to its products through downstream operators in prohibited Asian markets and criticised its controls. Evolution rejects the underlying allegations. Playtech says the report supports key elements of the original investigation.
Casino Employees Against Smoking Effects (CEASE) co-founder Pete Naccarelli urged New Jersey lawmakers to support smoke-free workplaces in Atlantic City casinos. CEASE argues a ban could attract visitors, while casino operators have argued it may reduce attendance; a 2022 study commissioned by the Casino Association of New Jersey estimated an almost 11% first-year decline in land-based gross gaming revenue under a full ban.
It was reported that IAGR appointed Spectrum Gaming Group to coordinate its 2026 annual conference. The event will take place in Lima from 19 to 22 October 2026.
The Massachusetts House approved a proposal on 8 July to allow historical horse-racing machines at eligible racetrack properties. The measure forms part of an economic development bill that now goes to the Senate, where its prospects are uncertain. Casino operators and the Mashpee Wampanoag opposed the proposal, arguing it would bring slot-like machines outside existing regulatory arrangements.