2023-06-13 07:00:00
MGM Resorts released a new set of rules regarding the use of technology while players are seated at a casino table. The new policy, which affects its Nevada locations, allows players to send text messages as long as they do not interrupt a game in progress. Customers can also talk briefly on their phones in case they are not playing the current round. But most notably, the policy updates the company’s rules on photography and video.
Under the new rules, players can take photos, videos and stream as long as the broadcast does not interfere with the game and the person obtains permission from the casino. Additionally, visitors are allowed to take photos of their hands for personal reasons.
Among the actions that remain prohibited for board game players are long conversations on the phone and taking photos of various gaming equipment. Players are also prohibited from leaving objects on the table for long periods of time. Customers are also not allowed to take photos of casino employees and visitors to protect their privacy.
MGM Resorts is launching a new “Streaming/Video/Photo Policy” for table games players. They’re now allowing players to take photos and videos, and even do real-time video streaming while playing in some cases. pic.twitter.com/G9160nc8TK
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Additionally, customers are prohibited from taking photos or videos of MGM employees or other customers, as well as recording board game audio. They will also not be able to play music or other types of audio. MGM states that it reserves the right to modify the rules and that special circumstances will be granted to VIP players and those playing in high limit rooms or at reserved tables.
It’s a statement, MGM Resorts International said: “The Streaming/Video/Photo Gaming Policy starts on the properties of Nevada in may 2023. The new policy aims to allow our guests to take photos and videos and, where appropriate, share that content in real or near-real time via social media broadcasts (‘streams’ or ‘streaming’), while limiting the risks associated with allowing photography, filming and streaming in gambling establishments MGM Resorts”.
The policy affects the nine casino resorts that MGM operates in Nevada, including MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, Bellagio, Cosmopolitan, Luxor, Excalibur, New York-New York, Park MGM/NoMad y Aria. The company also manages the hotel operations of Delano, Vdara y The Signature in MGM Grand.
The decision of MGM allowing the transmission of videos and photographs in its establishments follows the increase in gaming-related content on social media and video-sharing platforms. The new policy could help the casino giant attract new players in the younger segment as customers showcase their experiences through their accounts, although it has also drawn criticism from customers who believe the policy should be maintained. anonymity in casinos.
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