International Center for Gaming Regulation
Founded by the International Gaming Institute and the UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law
In light of the global spread of COVID19 (Coronavirus) the UNLV International Center for Gaming Regulation is taking precautions to protect the health and safety of our employees, clients and educational partners by taking the recommended precautions to decrease the spread of the illness.
As this situation is fluid, we appreciate your patience, flexibility and partnership during this unprecedented time. As always, we are available to answer any questions you may have. Contact Craig Ferreira at 702-895-2445 or by email at craig.ferreira@unlv.edu.
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About
With the expansion of gaming across the globe, the need for a strong, knowledgeable voice in the area of gaming regulation has become critical. The International Center for Gaming Regulation is positioned to be that centralized voice. ICGR promotes international best practices in gaming regulation through:
- Conducting cutting-edge research and regulatory evaluation
- Disseminating data and information
- Providing world-class educational programs for the world’s regulators
The ICGR is a partnership between UNLV’s International Gaming Institute (IGI) and the William S. Boyd School of Law, building on the unique expertise of these two premier academic institutions. For more information about the ICGR, please visit our “About” page or contact icgr@unlv.edu.
Upcoming Events
Research
ICGR facilitates independent, nonpartisan, evidence-based research on issues that cover the wide-ranging topics surrounding regulated gaming. We encourage scholarship in gaming regulation through fellowships targeting key areas in industry and academy.
Programs
Through our cutting-edge programs, we strive to help regulators to analyze current issues, use progressive problem-solving skills, exchange ideas with other regulators specific to their areas of interest, and obtain a wider spectrum of knowledge in their fields.
Policies
To streamline and guide the mission of the center, ICGR has developed strict research and funding policies, which are outlined on this page.
Resources
One of ICGR’s objectives is to provide stakeholders with resources on current issues impacting the gaming industry and supportive of promoting best international regulatory practices. ICGR-related articles, white papers, and presentations can be found on this page.
In the News
Staying on top of the ever-evolving gaming world can be tricky, even for industry experts. And with technological advances—think facial recognition applications or learning-based robot card dealers—comes an entire set of challenges in adapting.
Joe Bertolone, a longtime chief executive in both the governmental and private sectors, was named the new executive director of the UNLV (University of Nevada, Las Vegas) International Center for Gaming Regulation (ICGR). This appointment follows an unprecedented global search that yielded applicants in leadership positions from around the world.
A longtime chief executive in both the governmental and private sectors was named the new executive director of the UNLV International Center for Gaming Regulation (ICGR).
Dawn and Billy Takacs own a business, a patent, and a dream.
Becky Harris, former chairwoman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, has joined Global Market Advisors (GMA), a leader in the gaming, entertainment, sports, integrated resort and hospitality industries.
Longtime gaming attorney-turned law professor Anthony Cabot said companies at the recent Global Gaming Expo promoted software that used artificial intelligence for marketing and commercializing purposes in casinos.
The establishment of the International Center for Gaming Regulation bodes well for gaming regulation across the globe. With the complexity of the gaming industry, brought about primarily by the rapid technological advancement, such a central repository of knowledge and expertise presents a perfect solution for gaming regulators to tap into, both in terms of best practices as well as capacity building through training of regulators.
Bheki Mlambo, Former President, International Association of Gaming Regulators