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Bets.io Expands Portfolio with SOFTSWISS Sportsbook Integration

In an exciting development, the SOFTSWISS Sportsbook has expanded its network of clients through a strategic partnership with Bets.io, a prominent crypto casino. The purpose of this partnership is to improve the Bets.io user experience by providing a new, exciting product, and to increase the variety of services offered by this modern online casino.

Bets.io is widely hailed as a casino built by crypto fans, for crypto fans, and it offers a huge selection of games and operates with a Curaçao license. To attract users who prefer digital currencies to fiat money, it offers wagering in a broad variety of them, such as Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, US Dollars Tether, TRON, XRP, ADA, BNB, DAI, and TRX.

With the seamless integration of SOFTSWISS’ sports betting platform, Bets.io’s players can now enjoy a comprehensive selection of over 200 sports, including esports. The betting odds are sourced from respected providers like Betradar and Oddin.gg, ensuring a top-tier betting experience. Furthermore, players will gain access to a range of enticing bonuses, such as Freebet and Comboboost.

The SOFTSWISS Sportsbook is an integral element of the overall product suite, providing players with access to a variety of incentives that are “unique to the iGaming industry” and the option to run jackpot campaigns on sporting events.

The Terms

Throughout this partnership, Bets.io will receive invaluable support and technical assistance from SOFTSWISS. This support extends to tailoring the platform to meet specific customization requirements and incorporating new functionalities as per the client’s needs. Moreover, Bets.io will benefit from a suite of player management tools, including betting statistics, flexible odds, event settings, and top-notch customer support.

“Using our sports betting platform, Bets.io will strengthen their business through enhanced engagement and a broader market reach, while players will have access to a wide range of sports, events, leagues, and tournaments.” Alexander Kamenetskyi, Head of SOFTSWISS Sportsbook

The team at Bets.io has also expressed their enthusiasm, noting that they are looking forward to learning more about the features of the Sportsbook Platform so that they may provide their customers with something unique. The process of collaborating with SOFTSWISS was smooth, and they anticipate excellent outcomes. Their new partner has been quite helpful throughout the whole process of integrating their systems.

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Betting on the 2022 World Cup with Cryptocurrencies

With the world’s biggest sports betting event taking place in Qatar over the next several weeks, the sector might see even more disruption.

The World Cup, like the Super Bowl or the Wimbledon final, is one of those exceptional athletic events that manages to pique the curiosity of people across the globe. It is hardly shocking that this is also a major development in the world of sports betting. For example, the astronomical sum of $133.7 billion was wagered on the 2018 World Cup, which was hosted in Russia.

In comparison to the about $6 billion bet on the most recent Super Bowl, the World Cup finals took in around $8.2 billion. According to analysts in the industry, the amount of money wagered on the Qatar 2022 games will most likely far exceed the amount wagered on Russia 2018.

Significant Four-Year Shift

Only a small fraction of the betting market in 2018 cared about the World Cup in terms of cryptocurrency use for the same. Additionally, most of the participants were early adopters and industry veterans in the cryptocurrency sector.

Much has changed in that segment of the gambling industry in the space of only four short years. Sports bettors and casino gamers alike are increasingly turning to digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum for their wagering and gaming needs.

Additionally, the development of crypto-friendly online gaming platforms is being spurred by this need. Along with more conventional payment options like credit cards and e-wallets, more and more well-known firms are beginning to accept Bitcoin as payment.

Lots More to Look Forward To

However, the World Cup is not drawing attention to cryptocurrencies because of sports betting alone. Many prominent bitcoin companies are now sponsors, and this has drawn criticism. Because of the volatility of the bitcoin market in the last several years, this is to be anticipated.

Case in point, one large cryptocurrency exchange recently announced that it would no longer be continuing its nearly $500 million sponsorship of FIFA over five years. Furthermore, Everton fans have asked the club to sever connections with a prominent crypto-gambling firm that has sponsored the team.

While there are undoubtedly still some bumps on the road ahead, it’s heartening to see how far we’ve come. As general awareness of cryptocurrencies increases, even casual sports fans will learn to appreciate their many benefits. Fans may make wagers with ease thanks to our streamlined, safe, and user-friendly system among other benefits.

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The Rise of Big League Crypto Sports Betting

Even though there has been a significant slump in the value of cryptocurrencies over the course of the last few months, U.S. sports bettors are slowly but surely coming around to the idea of using digital currencies for betting purposes. As virtual currencies grow more prevalent in daily life, proponents of the change contend that it will be a key tool in keeping bettors away from the offshore market.

Many well-known sports betting organizations have recently started accepting bitcoin deposits into their users’ gaming accounts. An important element of this procedure is played by third-party payment providers.

Lots to Offer

Sports bettors will appreciate cryptocurrency’s numerous advantages over traditional forms of payment. To begin with, it has an exceptionally high level of security making it very tough to crack. It is essential for operators to ensure that this is the case so that your wagers are protected from any kind of manipulation. Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are also decentralized, which means they are not governed by a single entity. This makes it almost hard for anybody to take advantage of the system.

Last but not least, using cryptocurrencies is remarkably quick and affordable. It has very cheap costs and allows for almost instantaneous transaction completion. As a result, it’s an ideal choice for individuals who wish to gamble on sports without having to worry about transaction costs.

Dealing With the Concerns

Even though cryptocurrency is still in its infancy, there are already several compelling arguments suggesting that placing bets on sporting events using bitcoin might be the wave of the future. Cryptocurrency has the potential to completely change the online sports betting industry with its speedier transfers, reduced costs, and increased anonymity.

There have, of course, been some concerns. Thankfully, these are being addressed in different ways.

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GVC and MGM Forge $200 Million Joint Venture

MGM Resorts International and GVC Holdings on July 30 announced that they have established a 50/50 joint venture worth a whopping $200 million. The venture will see to the creation of a world-class sports betting and online gaming platform and comes in the wake of the recent United States Supreme Court ruling that created a plethora of new opportunities by lifting the federal ban on sports betting.

Both companies have proven track records and by joining forces, they will be bringing together distinguished brands, market-leading assets, extensive industry expertise, and experience as well as prove and scalable proprietary technology that will certainly revolutionize the gambling industry in the United States. Furthermore, the joint venture is going to be a catalyst of sorts for the speed to market for both MGM and GVC – it will not only occur in a prudent and efficient manner but it will also lower execution risks while at the same time creating meaningful early mover advantages.

“We are proud to join forces with GVC, the largest and most dynamic global online betting operator, with existing reputable and trusted operations in the U.S. With MGM Resorts’ expertise and leading position in key markets across the U.S., this historic partnership will be positioned to become the instant leader in technology, market access, sports relationships, and brands. We are excited to benefit from GVC’s proprietary, best-in-class technology, digital customer acquisition expertise, and experience with adapting to new operating environments. GVC is unusually qualified due to their existing operations in the U.S. Together, we are creating a one-of-a-kind platform that we expect will dominate the U.S. sports betting market,” the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of MGM Resorts International, Jim Murren commented.

GVC, which has grown rapidly through a number of lucrative acquisitions including last year’s purchase of Ladbrokes, has been trying to get its share of the U.S. market. This joint venture with MGM will grant it access to 15 states with close to 90 million people. In addition to this, the MGM and GVC joint venture will get have access to all the land-based and online sports betting facilities in the United States while integrating both MGM’s and GVC’s customer loyalty programs.

“MGM Resorts is a world-leading entertainment business and the most trusted name in gaming, with the highest quality brands and management, and strong sports connectivity. This combined with GVC’s technology and experience in successfully building online gaming businesses across multiple markets presents a truly exciting opportunity for U.S. players and our respective shareholders. To be able to team up with a partner with such pedigree and knowledge, particularly in the U.S., is a real opportunity for GVC,” Kenneth Alexander, the GVC Chief Executive Officer said.