Germany: all eyes on the Euro

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The coin-operated amusement equipment industry in Germany is getting ready for the switch to Euro currency in 2002. Many operators are not buying new machines until equipment is offered that will accept Euros. The cash payment machine will likely remain popular, but pinball, simulation, and television game sales are declining.

Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing, Coin-Operated Amusement Equip, Economic aspects, Euro (Currency), Coin operated recreation equipment

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Change with a capital C looms for the entertainment market

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Karl Salfinger, boardmember of Funworld, predicts great changes in the entertainment industry. Photo Play Masters is the undisputed leader in the industry now. Overall, the company plans to focus on developing great games and also communication devices that provide enjoyment.

United Kingdom, Game, Toy, and Children's Vehicle Manufacturing, Arcade Video Games, Management, Interview, Video game industry, Video games industry, Video games, Arcade games, Salfinger, Karl, Funworld (United Kingdom)

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German gems: Deutsche Nachrichten

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The judicial decision related to adding a value added tax on gaming machines has been postponed. Germany's Federal Finance Court has referred the case to the European Court of Justice. Other news items are discussed.

Europe, Legal issues & crime, Taxes, Legal/Government Regulation, Taxation, Company legal issue, Cases, European Court of Justice, Gambling equipment

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