Music & Games News & Media

Amusement centers face challenges reopening: a report from the front lines

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Amusement center operators share notes on their initial efforts to reopen following COVID-19 closures. Challenges include deploying new operating procedures…

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USA Technologies names Sean Feeney as CEO

May 11, 2020

Sean Feeney USA Technologies Inc. has named Sean Feeney as chief executive officer, effective May 8, 2020, according to a press release.

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Asia Amusement & Attractions Expo teams with trade group to attract more buyers

May 11, 2020

The Asia Amusement & Attractions Expo, scheduled for Aug. 4-6 at Area B of the China Import & Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou, China, has partnered…

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Fantawild theme parks reopen in China

May 11, 2020

Fantawild's seven theme parks in Jingzhou, Tianjin, Wuhu, Jiayuguan, Xiamen and Shantou, China have reopened for business, according to a press release from…

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American Amusement Machine Charitable Foundation postpones fundraising for 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award

May 5, 2020

The American Amusement Machine Charitable Foundation has postponed the 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award fundraising program due to the coronavirus pandemic…

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Are you ready to reopen your amusement center?

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

A webinar sponsored by the American Amusement Machine Association gave an overview of financial forecasting for entertainment centers that have been shuttered…

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You got the PPP— so now what?

by Pat Shea — Editor, NetworldMedia

You're approved for a PPP loan, but now what do you need to do once you receive funding?

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Stern Pinball introduces #PlayStrong Initiative for inspiration and rewards

May 1, 2020

Stern Pinball, Inc., a global lifestyle brand based on the modern American game of pinball, has introduced the Stern Pinball #PlayStrong Initiative, inviting…

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Partec converts facility to make face guards for hospitals

April 30, 2020

Partec Inc., a manufacturer that specializes in contract assembly for both large and small companies including the Raw Thrills arcade game, will reopen to…

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PPP loans perplex borrowers: Experts offer guidance

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

A Tuesday webinar sponsored by the American Amusement Machine Association attempted to give guidance to companies trying to navigate the process of applying…

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AMOA asks lawmakers to improve PPP loan program

April 28, 2020

Lori Schneider, executive vice president of the Amusement and Music Operators Association, sent a letter to federal lawmakers to thank them for establishing…

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Betson teams working at limited capacity

April 28, 2020

Betson has advised customers that its parts, service, customer service and Raw Thrills support teams are currently open in a limited capacity, according to an…

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Second fed loan program for small businesses hits snags

April 28, 2020

Computer glitches and slowdowns at the Small Business Administration frustrated small businesses again as lenders trying to submit loan applications through…

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Embed offers its mobile wallet free to FEC customers

April 24, 2020

Embed, a provider of cashless business management systems and solutions for the amusement, entertainment and leisure industries, has made its mobile wallet…

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Game Exchange of Colorado to reopen Monday, following safety guidelines

April 24, 2020

The Game Exchange of Colorado, an amusement equipment distributor based in Denver, will reopen its full service distribution business on Monday, according to a…

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IGT signs contract extension with Tennessee Education Lottery

April 23, 2020

International Game Technology Plc. signed a two-year contract extension with the Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation, extending its current contract to…

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Andamiro USA to reopen facility on May 15

April 23, 2020

Andamiro USA, an amusement equipment manufacturer, plans to reopen its facility in Gardena, California, located in the South Bay region of the county, on May…

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How to build a COVID-19 recovery plan

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

A webinar sponsored by the American Amusement Machine Association addressed all the issues involved in preparing a COVID-19 recovery plan.

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California family fun center files for bankruptcy protection

April 22, 2020

Apex Parks Group Llc. in Irvine, California has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware, according to a press release. The company said it is seeking a…

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Tucson pinball arcade closes due to coronavirus pandemic

April 22, 2020

D&D Pinball, considered Tucson's largest arcade with 30 machines, has closed on account of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a Tucson.com report.

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