Publications by Iryna SI
Top-5 Countries That Prefer Sportsbook to Other Types of Betting
| Iryna SISports betting is a popular activity that involves result prediction of games, matches, races in different kinds of sports (horse racing, football, golf, basketball, hockey, track cycling just to name a few). This entertainment is popular across the world, but several countries prefer sportsbook to any other type of gambling. What are they?
Read MoreTop-5 Countries That Like Slots the Most
| Iryna SIA casino offers a wide variety of entertainment: table games (like roulette or baccarat), blackjack, and poker. However, slot machines seem to be the most popular pastime for visitors, and this popularity results in a great diversity of releases on all possible themes and with numerous modern features. What is more, the number of slot machines an operator offers is usually bigger than the number of all other games. But what is the secret of such great popularity of this type of gaming and which countries are totally fan about slots?
Read MoreNew State Regulations Set Ground Work for Sufficient Changes in the Spanish Online Casino Industry and VR Sector
| Iryna SIThe online gambling industry, including sportsbook and online casino, became legal in Spain in 2011. Since then, the interest of players to virtual wagering grows constantly, as the services offered by online operators allow their customers to experience the atmosphere of land-based gambling without leaving their homes. Thus, the share of online gambling in Spain has doubled since 2012 and comprised 12.1% of the total gambling in 2019. The predictions also show that interactive betting in Spain will win the preferences of users, and its share in the gross win will increase by 30% in 2024.
Read MoreTop-5 Countries That Choose Table Games Over Other Casino Entertainment
| Iryna SISlot machines have taken over the rest of the casino content lately, especially among those players that choose online gaming over land-based options. It is not a surprise if you consider the appeal of slots. On top of a simple game of chance, they can offer thrilling plots, a variety of themes, numerous features that constantly evolve, and new slot variations, including the combination of slot mechanics with video game features. Nonetheless, some research shows that there are countries that are still loyal to the traditional concepts of casinos and often prefer table games to any other type of entertainment. What are those countries? Find the top 5 of them below.
Read MoreIndependent Studios and Their Contribution to Microgaming’s Portfolio
| Iryna SIMicrogaming is probably the first name the gaming industry is associated with. This award-winning and record-breaking studio was launched in 1994, contributing to the world of gambling ever since. Microgaming operates the Quickfire platform, boasts a legendary Mega Moolah progressive slot that is registered in the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® for the largest online slot payout. And the company does not stop impressing its fans. Microgamingrecently started a new project to diversify and refresh its portfolio. What is the best way to do this? Get new independent studios with a modern perspective and innovative ideas involved. The project was successfully launched in 2018. Since that time, Microgaming constantly announces cooperation with new studios and expands ...
Read MoreMegaways™Slot Games - Thousands of Ways to Win
| Iryna SISlots are the darlings of this century, bringing untold rewards, huge excitement, and a tangible pace of play. As Slot developers compete to create the most innovative new features, ways to award prizes, or generally just dazzle players, you’ll find a massive range of thrilling Slots and game concepts available online. Today we’re going to look at a Slots style that’s pushing gameplay further than ever before; Megaways™ Slots - created byBig Time Gaming (BTG)and licensed out to other software providers on a per-game basis. ...
Read MoreEmerging Canadian Markets
| Iryna SIRenowned for its developed economy, high quality of life, and inclusiveness, Canada has adopted an open-minded approach to gambling activity. Having said that, it still remains something of an enigma in terms of gambling, where its nearest neighbor, the US, hasfully embracedthe potential of betting for generating revenue and supporting strong economic growth. The Canadian market has remained like its legislative outlook in as much as it is a patchwork of provincial markets, each with their own legislation and challenges in operation. According to a research paper byResearchandMarkets.comthe Canadian gambling industry is characterized by a shift from land-based to online gambling activity. Moreover, brick-and-mortar betting establishments hav...
Read MoreOnline vs Offline Gambling: Tendencies & Predictions
| Iryna SIWhen it comes to technologies, they influence every sphere, making services faster and more accessible, and the customer experience more convenient. Online gambling has also been developed to meet the interests of Internet-oriented customers. However, the question about the share of interactive or online sites, in the total gambling sector is still open. Does it overtake land-based casinos? What is the potential of offline operators? What correlation between these two spheres will be in the future? Despite the common belief that online gambling grows significantly every year and gains major influence,H2GCreports on the total gross win show that land-based gambling continues to lead and preserves a strong position in the market. In 2018, the total gross win for land-based...
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Hacksaw Gaming Goes Live on the Italian Market
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Hacksaw Gaming, a popular Maltese software developer that boasts a solid portfolio with many popular scratch cards and unique slot machines, continues its expansion to different markets. It has impressive plans for 2023, and one of them has already been brought to life. Which one? The company has gone live in Italy!

A Step Aside from Asian-Themed Slot: KA Gaming Presented 2 New Fascinating Releases
| Iryna SIKA Gaming, a popular software developer with a focus on Asian markets, has recently launched two exciting new releases that takes a step aside from the usual oriental-themed content and offer players something completely different for a change. Thus, one of them depicts Marilyn Monroe, while the other one transfers users into a fantasy land of dwarfs and fairies. Each game offers a memorable quest with generous rewards, but let’s look at them in more detail!

4 New Games with Elements of Mystery and Horror (Top Studios Involved)
| Iryna SIMore and more players are not interested in classic fruit machines, animals, and sweets-themed games, as they seek something spooky and thrilling, a game that can make their blood run cold and their level of adrenaline high, as they can get terrified by mythical creatures, ghosts, or the devil itself on any rotation. Such mystic-themed slots with elements of horror were extremely popular at the end of 2022, and there are several such games that players continue to enjoy in 2023.

Space Adventures Await You in 3 New Games!
| Iryna SISpace-themed slots have never been out of fashion, so it is no surprise that software developers offer new releases in this genre regularly. Such slots create an atmosphere of mystery and give excitement about something unknown and unexplored. Furthermore, this thrilling theme is frequently complemented by unusual features and an original mechanic. This is the case with three new games which we are going to describe further in the article.

2022 for SOFTSWISS: New Products, Recognitions, and Growth
| Iryna SI2022 was difficult for everyone, and SOFTSWISS is no exception. Despite all the challenges that the company had to face, it managed to show good results, and, even, has several achievements to be proud of. Let’s look in more detail at what SOFTSWISS achieved in the past year and what innovative products it launched.

Discover 2 Latest Games about Unusual Societies
| Iryna SIThe world we live in is full of surprises, and the way different society’s function is one of them. Today, thanks to ELK Studios, and Red Tiger Gaming, we have a chance to observe two of them. One is focused on controlling everything and interfering with global events, while the other one just controls the minds of people who are under the influence of the propaganda of one tyrannic authority. Both societies have an exciting adventure prepared for you! Will you dare to look from the inside and spin the reels?

NOVOMATIC Gains G4 Certification in Spain and Italy
| Iryna SI#SoftwareLab #BettingLegislation #GambleLike_Italy #GambleLike_Spain
Gambling is popular worldwide, so the aspect of responsible gambling is now more important than ever. Thus, it is no surprise that many countries implement stricter rules to protect their citizens and secure a safe gaming experience for them. As a result, software developers and online operators must follow those rules in regulated markets and be compliant with offered requirements. NOVOMATIC is one of those companies that does not only adapt to the offered changes, but it also pioneers different initiatives, and G4 certification is one of them.

Do Not Miss 4 New Santa-Inspired Games to Play This Christmas
| Iryna SIChristmas spirit is in the air, so it is high time to explore holiday-themed slot machines launched by popular software developers this year. We have selected the 4 most exciting ones in which Santa plays one of the main roles and gets ready to create a festive mood for you. And, of course, brings enjoyable presents, as it is hard to imagine Christmas-themed games without a bunch of gifts.

Campeόn Gaming Signs a Game-Changing Partnership with LiveSpins
| Iryna SIOnline operators always search for new opportunities to make the gaming experience of their customers more fun and exciting, and Campeόn Gaming is one such brand. Its latest partnership with LiveSpins allows the company to make the gaming experience more interactive for players who enjoy video slots.

Discover 3 New Games about Favorite Characters
| Iryna SIFavorite characters of many players come back to the reels thanks to the sequels and new games presented by top studios. Thus, players have a chance to dive into a new adventure of Robin Hood, become a knight and face the challenges that were common in the medieval era, and enjoy an exciting board game in the company of Gonzo, Miss Piggy, Brute, and Finn.

Make Sure Not to Miss 2 New Games by Play’n GO
| Iryna SINo matter what the season is outside your window, Play’n GO has several new releases for you to try and enjoy your evenings. This time, the creative software developer from Sweden offered players a new joker-themed slot and an exciting story of dogs that participate in deathly races. Let’s explore those games in more detail to find out if they are worth playing.

Playtech and BetVictor Cooperate to Bolster Online Gambling in the UK
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Playtech, one of the most popular software developers in online gambling across the world, has recently announced its upcoming partnership with BetVictor, a well-known online casino that has plenty of customers in the UK. What does this partnership mean? Those two leading companies plan to bolster gambling in the United Kingdom and offer players from this country new games to play.

Realtime Gaming Offers Its Fans 2 New Spooky Games to Play
| Iryna SIRealtime Gaming is one of those software providers that finds time to celebrate almost every holiday with a special release or two. In 2022, RTG appeared to be very productive on the verge of Halloween, so fans of this studio and admirers of this spooky holiday got two exciting slot machines to play and have fun leisure entertainment. Let’s look closer at those games that can make your blood run cold.

Jackpot Aggregator and PlayAmo Signed Collaboration Agreement
| Iryna SIJackpot Aggregator, a new promotional tool by SoftSwiss, is now available in one more popular online casino PlayAmo. Two parties have recently signed a collaboration deal, so customers of this operator already have a chance to discover all the benefits of such a solution.

3 New and Exciting Marine-Themed Slots by Popular Studios
| Iryna SISlots about the underwater world are not rare in 2022, as fun marine adventures seem to be quite engaging for players, and they are always willing to dive deep to meet mythical mermaids, find pearls, and discover the secrets of the underwater kingdom. Three such games are described further. They all have been released lately and have already managed to become popular with players in many markets.

888 Holdings Bolsters Gambling in African Region
| Iryna SIBeing the leading company in the gaming industry across the world, 888 Holdings pursues the goal of having its casinos launched across the globe, and the latest go-lives in several African countries are an important part of its strategy. Thus, the company launched its 888bet brand in Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, and Zambia recently, so players from those countries can already enjoy a variety of games available in its lobby.