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Former Governor Brian Sandoval Joins MGM Resorts International As President Of Global Gaming Development
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MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) (“MGM Resorts” or the “Company”) today announced that former Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval will join the Company as President of Global Gaming Development. Governor Sandoval will drive MGM Resorts’ global expansion efforts, most importantly in Japan, and focus on state public policy efforts around sports gaming while solidifying the Company’s leadership in the growing sports betting market.
With the Governor joining the team, MGM Resorts President Bill Hornbuckle will now lead global casino marketing and be responsible for leveraging MGM Resorts’ worldwide assets and reputation to drive revenue growth and maximize the value contributed from the Company’s assets. Hornbuckle’s marketing focus will also help drive the Company’s overall growth in Macau.
“Few leaders are as widely respected, accomplished and knowledgeable as Brian Sandoval, and we couldn’t be more excited to have him as part of the MGM family,” said MGM Resorts Chairman & CEO Jim Murren. “Governor Sandoval brings an unparalleled level of skill, leadership and experience to the company, and we will benefit greatly from his in-depth expertise in gaming, public policy and economic development.”
Murren continued, “Likewise, Bill Hornbuckle has a proven record of developing and implementing marketing strategies that excite and entertain in ways that translate to revenue enhancement and value creation. We are pleased that, with the recent launch of MGM 2020, a business operations and digital transformation program, Bill can enhance his focus on the vital role of leading global casino marketing so we can expand our market share in Las Vegas and abroad.”
“As I return to the private sector for the first time in over 20 years, finding the right professional opportunity to best suit my experience as a former legislator, gaming regulator, Attorney General, federal judge and Governor was important to me,” said Governor Sandoval. “MGM Resorts is a global leader in gaming and entertainment, and I look forward to joining the MGM team led by Jim Murren, someone who I greatly respect. Jim has formed critical relationships in Japanand in sports, and I look forward to building upon this strong foundation.”
“This is an exciting time for MGM Resorts as we continue to expand our gaming operations around the world while simultaneously transforming the Company through MGM 2020,” said Hornbuckle. “I look forward to leveraging our global operations and harnessing the power of new digital tools to deliver on our strategic objectives, capture market share and grow revenue.”
ABOUT GOVERNOR BRIAN SANDOVAL
Serving from 2011-2019 as Nevada’s first Hispanic Governor and as one of the nation’s most popular state leaders, Sandoval transformed Nevada with key accomplishments in economic development, veterans’ issues, health care expansion, workforce development, renewable energy policy, innovative gaming policy and modernizing Nevada’spublic education system. As Governor, Sandoval reinstituted the Gaming Policy Committee and was a leading voice in favor of the legalization of sports gaming. He served as the Chairman of the National Governors Association, Western Governors Association, National Council of State Governments and the Education Commission of the States. He also focused on international outreach, hosting multiple international delegations in Nevada, and led over 18 trade missions to 16 countries on six continents.
Earlier in his career, Sandoval was elected to the Nevada Assembly in 1994, serving on the Judiciary, Taxation, Labor and Management and Natural Resource Committees and passing 14 bills into law. He was appointed to the Nevada Gaming Commission in 1998 and became the Commission’s youngest Chairman in state history the following year. Sandoval was thereafter elected Nevada Attorney General in 2002. Sandoval was nominated in 2005 by then-President George W. Bush to serve as a federal judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada, and confirmed unanimously by the U.S. Senate, a position he held until resigning to run for Governor in 2009.
He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and a minor in Economics from the University of Nevada, Reno in 1986 and a Juris Doctorate degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law in 1989.
ABOUT BILL HORNBUCKLE
A four-decade veteran of the gaming industry, Bill Hornbuckle has served as the President of MGM Resorts since 2012. He was previously Chief Marketing Officer of MGM Resorts from 2009 until 2012, overseeing the creation of the M life Rewards loyalty program and positioning the portfolio of MGM Resorts International destination resorts for growth. Prior to that, he was President and COO of Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino and President and COO of MGM Grand. Hornbuckle is the former President and Chief Operating Officer for Caesars Palace, Las Vegas and earlier in his career served in various senior management positions with Mirage Resorts.
ABOUT MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL
MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is an S&P 500® global entertainment company with national and international locations featuring best-in-class hotels and casinos, state-of-the-art meetings and conference spaces, incredible live and theatrical entertainment experiences, and an extensive array of restaurant, nightlife and retail offerings. MGM Resorts creates immersive, iconic experiences through its suite of Las Vegas-inspired brands. The MGM Resorts portfolio encompasses 28 unique hotel offerings including some of the most recognizable resort brands in the industry. Expanding throughout the U.S. and around the world, the company in 2018 opened MGM Springfield in Massachusetts, MGM COTAI in Macau, and the first Bellagio-branded hotel in Shanghai. The 81,000 global employees of MGM Resorts are proud of their company for being recognized as one of FORTUNE® Magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies®. For more information visit us at www.mgmresorts.com.
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The Philippine gaming industry posted Php94.51 billion in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in the third quarter of 2025, a slight dip from the Php94.61 billion a year earlier as the industry adjusts to online reforms and tighter rules on digital payments.
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) said the Electronic Games (E-Games) segment remained the strongest performer, rising 17.4% to Php41.95 billion from Php35.71 billion year-on-year.
PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco noted, however, that the E-Games growth was mainly due to strong July 2025 numbers as revenues in August and September declined following the mandatory delinking of e-wallets from legitimate gaming platforms.
“The figures reflect an industry that is adjusting to necessary safeguards,” he said. “The delinking of e-wallets resulted in a short-term decline in activity toward the latter part of the quarter,” he said. “However, these measures are vital to protect players and ensure secure, transparent transactions.”
He also cautioned that while legitimate operators strictly comply with the new rules, illegal online gaming sites continue to expand aggressively, putting players at risk.
“These unauthorized platforms do not follow responsible gaming standards, do not pay taxes, and put players at risk of data theft and fraud,” Mr. Tengco said. “We urge the public to avoid illegal sites and to engage only with PAGCOR-licensed platforms.”
Outside of E-Games, all other gaming segments registered lower earnings during the third quarter.
PAGCOR-operated casinos recorded an 11.6% decline from Php3.64 billion to Php3.22 billion, while licensed casinos fell 10.2% from Php50.72 billion to Php45.56 billion. Bingo revenues likewise slid 16.2% from Php4.52 billion to Php3.79 billion.
In terms of GGR share, PAGCOR-operated gaming venues generated 3.4% of the GGR pie while licensed casinos brought in 48.2%. E-Games contributed 44.4% and bingo operations accounted for 4% of GGR during the quarter in review.
Despite the downward trend in some gaming segments and adjustments in the online digital payment ecosystem, Mr. Tengco expressed confidence that the industry would regain momentum as players adapt to new e-wallet protocols while authorities strengthen enforcement measures against illegal gambling portals.
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Kambi today announces that CEO Werner Becher acquired 28,360 shares in Kambi on 7 November 2025.
Werner Becher has on 7 November 2025, through his associated company WBCH Invest Ltd, acquired 28,360 shares in Kambi. The average price for the transaction was SEK 114.24 and the total value was SEK 3,239,846.
Following the transaction, Werner Becher holds a total of 98,360 shares, equal to 0.33% of the total share capital, and 279,724 options in the company.
The transaction was reported to the Malta Financial Services Authority on 10 November.
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New tools help merchants in regulated industries react faster to fraud, reduce losses, and streamline dispute resolution through the xpate merchant portal.
Fraud and chargebacks continue to weigh heavily on high-risk sectors, with fraudulent chargebacks making up more than half of all disputes worldwide. In this context, xpate, the all-in-one payments and banking hub, has launched new fraud and dispute management automation features to help merchants in regulated industries manage risk in real time, minimize financial losses, and simplify dispute handling.
With regulated industries facing fast-moving fraud patterns and complex dispute environments, xpate’s automation tools give merchants operational control, enabling them to identify, manage, and resolve potential fraud and chargebacks directly within the xpate merchant portal. Automated notifications ensure timely responses and consistent adherence to acquirer and network requirements.
“xpate’s mission is to simplify every part of the payment process, including the moments that require extra protection,” said Mike Shafro, CEO of xpate. “By automating fraud alerts and dispute processes, we’re removing friction and giving merchants back valuable time to focus on growth.”
The launch comes at a time when chargeback values in these industries average nearly $100 per case, underscoring the need for faster, automated solutions to protect revenue and maintain compliance. xpate’s real-time fraud notifications from card schemes and issuers give merchants an early chance to act before a chargeback occurs, for example, by issuing a refund to avoid penalties and protect their dispute ratios. Automated alerts ensure merchants respond within strict timeframes, helping them stay ahead of acquirer and card network requirements.
xpate has also introduced a fully integrated dispute workflow within its merchant portal. Merchants can now manage every stage of a dispute in one place, from reviewing new chargebacks and collaboration requests to submitting evidence or accepting liability. Larger operators can feed xpate’s notifications directly into their internal automation systems to streamline processing at scale.
“Every minute counts when it comes to collaborations, disputes, and fraud. Automation means our merchants can react in minutes, not days,” said Alex Fedorov, Senior Product Manager at xpate. “Whether they prefer to manage disputes manually or let xpate handle them, they now have full visibility and control.”
The new automation capabilities reflect xpate’s broader goal of simplifying payments and back-office operations for businesses of all sizes. xpate focuses on removing complexity rather than adding to it, a principle that continues to set the company apart as it develops solutions shaped by real merchant needs. In fast-moving, highly regulated industries where compliance requirements change quickly, xpate takes a practical, forward-looking approach to risk management and regulation, adapting to new standards instead of outdated industry barriers.
xpate is reshaping how businesses move money across borders. Founded in Riga and operating across Europe, xpate provides a single payments platform that connects banks, cards, and alternative payment rails, allowing merchants, marketplaces, and financial institutions to manage transactions and compliance in one place. With built-in orchestration and account management, it enables merchants to route, reconcile, and manage payments across multiple banks and payment rails. The company is among the first non-bank institutions with direct access to the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), giving clients faster and more transparent settlements.
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