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Gaming companies must protect IP from exfiltration during development

May 16, 2023

It’s time for companies to take a tough stance on preventing data leakage and cyber theft, and adopt cybersecurity measures during the digital production process.

Capcom suffers data breach

Maria Henriquez

November 6, 2020

Japanese gaming giant Capcom has disclosed a data breach which led to unauthorized access of some files and systems. The developer claimed that the incident impacted email and file servers, among other systems.

The pressures the online gaming community faces when it comes to cybersecurity

Maria Henriquez

October 28, 2020

Online games and specifically the Massive Multi-Player (MMO) games, experience multiple attacks from hackers, platform competition that try to block players’ access to the gaming platforms, as well as cheating players that can attack other players slowing their connection, while gaining a competitive advantage. These attacks can take the entire game offline, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars lost, according to Radware’s threat research team.

2020: The Year of Mobile Sneak Attacks?

March 9, 2020

A new McAfee report reveals that hackers are using hidden mobile apps, third-party login and counterfeit gaming videos to target consumers.

Camera Guarantees Continuous 30fps Frame Rate for Gaming Industry

January 17, 2012

Full motion video at 30 fps is a core requirement for customers in the gaming industry. Arecont Vision’s new Casino Mode guarantees continuous 30fps high-resolution video specifically for gaming applications.

New Video Cameras Catch the Details of Fast-Paced Action

Bill Taylor

October 11, 2011

The eye in the sky can now see better than ever. New Internet protocol (IP)-based megapixel cameras are becoming more common in the casino environment, bringing with them advantages such as clearer images, better resolution and the ability to cover larger areas with fewer cameras. Surveillance systems that incorporate megapixel or high-definition (HD) cameras are better equipped to monitor fast-paced gaming action and better able to differentiate the suits of a playing card, the numbers on a die, or the quick moves of a cheater looking for an advantage over the casino.

Business Needs Drive Technology Solutions in the Casino Environment

Jason Oakley

October 11, 2011

Video surveillance plays a crucial role in the gaming industry and is governed by rules and regulations established to preserve the integrity of the gaming activities. These regulations, established by state agencies, set stringent specifications for the monitoring of gambling businesses and the performance of the surveillance function. But now, with increasing regularity hospitality management can tap into these video and security resources to help enhance business and operational systems throughout the entire property.

Technology at Work - Casinos & Gaming Industry

October 11, 2011

The massive new CityCenter complex – developed by MGM Resorts International and the Infinity World Development Corp, a subsidiary of Dubai World – is the largest privately-funded construction project in U.S. history. The 18-million square-foot facility spreads over 67 acres and includes the ARIA Resort and Casino, which hosts more than 4,000 hotel rooms, 10 bars and lounges and a 150,000 square-foot gaming space with 145 table games and 1,940 server-based slot machines.

Taking the Chance Out of Gaming Security

A panel of casino security directors and industry suppliers discuss the unique protection challenges facing gaming operations and some potential solutions for these issues

Paul Doocey

October 11, 2011

Operating a casino security and surveillance network is a difficult task in the best of times. These days, the chore appears positively herculean; thanks to the ongoing recession and uptick in crime that is forcing gaming security departments to be ever more vigilant while at the same time cutting costs and operating as efficiently as possible.