You can find Zone Laser Tag at the coming Amusement Expo in booth #1648. The trade show runs March 19-20 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. “Get ready to step into the future!” Zone touted. “We’re bringing the next generation of laser tag to AEI! Helios 3 is packed with more games, a sleek touchscreen display and everything you’ve ever wanted in a laser game experience.” If you can’t make it to the show, visit them online at www.lasertag.com.
Author: Matt Harding
In an effort to strengthen their position in the Latin American market, the payment platform Nayax has bought the Brazil-based UPPay. “UPPay’s sophisticated yet affordable platform complements our vision of empowering retailers of all sizes with real-time operational insights, streamlined payments, and seamless customer experiences,” said Nayax CEO and Chairman Yair Nechmad. “Uniting with UPPay cements our leadership position in a key growth market and drives our continued expansion.” UPPay is a leader in Brazil’s lucrative and growing automated self-service coffee market, the companies report. Learn more at www.nayax.com.
The AAMA’s Charitable Fund has exceeded their $60,000 goal and raised $64,900 for the 2025 Honor Roll, which supports the association’s charity partners, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (KEEN) and Sunrise Association. In other AAMA news, the association’s J. Richard Oltmann Scholarship deadline is coming up this March 15. The recipient of the $5,000 scholarship must have an endorsement from an AAMA member. New this year, the scholarship is officially open to students of any age attending an accredited college, university or technical school.
A finalist from Season 20 of The Voice, Dana Monique will take the stage during the Amusement Expo keynote luncheon on March 18. “Dana’s appearance will feature not only her exceptional vocal talent but also heartfelt stories of resilience, creativity and triumph,” organizers wrote. “Her journey from a struggling single mother to a nationally recognized artist embodies perseverance and inspiration. You can expect an unforgettable experience as Dana combines her commanding performance style with moving narratives that highlight her path in the entertainment world.” Amusement Expo runs from March 17-20 in Las Vegas. The education component will be held during…
Captain’s Auction Warehouse will have an auction live and online this week, March 7-8, with modern and vintage pinballs and arcade machines available. The auction will run live at their facility in Anaheim, Calif., starting Friday, March 7, at 3 p.m. (preview is at 1 p.m.) and also on Saturday, March 8, at 11 a.m. (preview is at 9 a.m.). Click here to register for the auction and view the catalog of available machines. Among them are John Wick pinballs, ticket redemption units and racing games like Cruisin’ Blast. Visit www.captainsauctionwarehouse.com.
The arcade bar Q25 in downtown Lodi, Calif., recently opened with its 35 vintage machines – from classic Atari titles to Skee-Ball and pinball offerings. Lodi News reports that it’s the latest business venture from Armando Rodriguez, owner of the local eateries Marsicos Las Islitas, Nash+Tender and First Toast. “Arcade bars are really popular in other cities, and we wanted to bring that here,” Rodriguez said of his Q25 venture. Check them out on Instagram (@q25_lodi).
Embed is doing its part to #AccelerateAction in support of International Women’s Day, which is March 8. “This year’s global International Women’s Day theme is Accelerate Action, a theme emphasizing the urgency of making progress towards gender equality to enable women in reaching their full potential,” said Embed CEO Renee Welsh. “At Embed, we’re proud to be the change we want to see in the world, which is why you can #ExpectHERinTech and everywhere else in the business of fun.” Embed notes that the company’s executive leadership team is made up of 50% women and that they’re “proud to be…
Kaiju Rampage: The World of Monster Eye, the LAI Games shooter created by IGS, is now shipping, according to the company. With its “jaw-dropping 4K visuals and pulse-pounding gameplay,” LAI says the game keeps players coming back for more. The partially-enclosed cabinet features a 65” screen to immerse players while still showcasing the action to onlookers. In the game, players combat towering kaiju like the Gigantic Crocodile, Pterosaur, Wolf and Raptor. Each stage of the game offers different adventures – from desolate ruins to ancient deserts to captivate players. Click here to visit the LAI Games webpage for Kaiju Rampage…
AAMA said in a press release that they are calling for the full repeal of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) following a recent lifting of the injunction on the law. The CTA, AAMA explains, has “burdensome reporting requirements that unfairly target small businesses while creating an uneven playing field that benefits large corporations.” “With the injunction lifted, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has reinstated the CTA’s beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements, setting a new compliance deadline of March 21, 2025,” the association said. “FinCEN has stated it will evaluate possible modifications to the deadline within the next 30…
VEX Solutions has welcomed their new VEX Arena Light into the mix. The attraction offers the same “thrilling multiplayer action and premium game library” as their flagship arena, but in a more compact, budget-friendly format. “Our goal with the VEX Arena Light is to remove barriers to premium VR,” said CEO Julien Henricot. “Now, entertainment centers of all sizes can attract guests with an unforgettable free-roam experience – without a heavy financial burden.” Contact Sales Manager Thomas Collin at [email protected] to learn more about the arena; VEX is also offering an exclusive introductory price for early adopters, so don’t delay…