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Commission grants five‑year limited license to Empire Technological Group after contentious review
Summary
After an extensive hearing and divided recommendations from board staff, the Nevada Gaming Commission approved an unrestricted license for Empire Technological Group doing business as Aruze Gaming Global subject to a five‑year limitation, a compliance committee and a $50,000 revolving fund, with a 4–1 vote.
The Nevada Gaming Commission on July 24 approved a five‑year limited license and related conditions for Empire Technological Group (doing business as Aruze Gaming Global), following extended questioning about financial history, intercompany transfers and pending litigation with Paradise Entertainment.
Board staff had recommended a five‑year limited license after a detailed investigation; two board members had supported broader licensing while others recommended limitations. On the commission floor, counsel and Empire executives defended the company’s separation from entities connected to Paradise and described a series of short‑term intercompany advances that were later repaid. Empire’s representatives said the company has added a substantial compliance team and completed operational separation steps since earlier hearings.
Why it matters: Empire is a manufacturer and distributor of slot machines and related gaming product…
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