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Esports Tournaments and Viewership is on the Rise, but Payment Solutions Lag Behind

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As the landscape of thematic investments continues evolving and shifting, it is becoming apparent that many of the technological themes of tomorrow share practical applications. Some companies are acknowledging as much and are positioning themselves for leverage to multiple, fast-growing themes. Leading the charge to ameliorate some of the payment issues associated with Esports platforms, LiteLink Technologies Inc. is encroaching on territory dominated by the likes of PayPal Holdings Inc.Tencent Holdings Inc.Huya Inc. and Amazon.com Inc.‘s  Twitch platform

Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI), itself a booming theme, LiteLink Technologies Inc. has roots in developing AI and predictive analytics technologies aimed at improving the fragmented logistics industry’s problem with antiquated technology. Tapping its expertise in AI, blockchain and cloud computing, the company is expanding into fast-growing digital and mobile payments arena.

Mobile payments –  a market dominated by the likes of PayPal Holdings Inc. and Tencent Holdings Inc. via its WeChat Pay business, is growing at an exponential rate.

“The transaction value of the Mobile Payments Market was about USD 718.49 billion in 2017, and is expected to reach a transaction value of about USD 2,732.89 billion by 2023, recording a CAGR of 24.5%, over the forecast period of 2018-2023,” according to Research And Markets.

LiteLink Technologies Inc. is establishing a digital/mobile payments footprint of its own via its wholly-owned subsidiary, uBUCK Technologies SEZC business. uBUCK Tech is a fintech enterprise that has built uBUCK Pay, an online digital wallet and payments platform using pin vouchers and utility tokens to serve as a payment alternative for consumers, businesses and merchants. That venture could solidify LiteLink’s foray into other arenas where digital payments are increasingly relevant, including Esports.

Evaluating The Esports Opportunity

A slew of fundamental factors bodes well for the burgeoning Esports industry, potentially spelling significant opportunity for payment providers, such as LiteLink Technologies Inc., that are building Esports exposure.

Gamers that stream on a variety of platforms, including Amazon.com Inc.’s  Twitch, can accept donations and tips from followers via digital payments processors, such as PayPal. In China, the world’s largest Internet market, Huya Inc. provides one of that country’s most popular game streaming platforms where TencentHoldings Inc. via its WeChat Pay business can process digital payments. Rongjie Dong, CEO of Huya Inc. recently had an interview with CNBC where he spoke about the company’s future growth strategies. He specifically went on to state that Huya will focus on growing in AsiaAfrica, and Latin America before competing in the U.S. market. With over 100 million users, China remains the top Esports country in the world in terms of size.

LiteLink Technologies Inc., through the uBUCK Tech business, and Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. are among the companies leveraging the intersection of digital payments and Esports.

LiteLink’s uBUCK is working on Streambucks, a digital payments solution dedicated to the Esports industry. Streambucks is ideal for gamers that are looking to efficiently get paid for tips or tutoring other players, betting on Esports matches or for players that want to privately play games amongst each other for money. With Streambucks, winners can access their funds immediately, without any of the delays that are customary with bank wires or PayPal transfers.

“Esports continue to drive headlines around the world, as revenues and prize pools grow to new heights,” said VanEck in a recent research note. “According to Newzoo’s recently released 2019 Global Esports Market Report, Esports revenues exceeded $860 million in 2018 and is expected to grow to $1.7 billion by 2022. Newzoo also reports that the total prize pool for Esports matches exceeded $150 million in 2018.”

The opportunity set for LiteLink Technologies Inc. and Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. in the Esports arena could be lucrative for both parties as Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. just announced that they’ve hit 150 million monthly unique users.

On its own, the growth of streaming platforms offers compelling data for investors seeking Esports exposure and profits.

“Online streaming has a low cost of entry, and social media streaming websites allow anyone to create a username and post videos,” said VanEck. “Twitch currently generates 140 million unique viewers per month. On average, there are 15 million people who are considered daily active users (DAU). There are also 2.2 million monthly broadcasters. These are people who are posting their own videos to the website (as opposed to just watching and commenting).”

Making Transfers More Efficient

With prize pools for Esports tournaments swelling, the issue of paying winning players and teams on time is repeatedly cropping up. Players of games such as Fortnite run by Tencent Holdings Ltd. Companies, such as PayPal Holdings Inc., are taking notice and are forming partnerships with other fintech companies to speed Esports digital payments along.

With huge prize pools on the line, players want their winnings as quickly as possible. But some tournament organizers have been skimping on payments, citing administrative issues. In other cases, payments take months due to the payment platform used, misentered data, and a host of other delays. The recent deal between LiteLink Technologies Inc. and Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. aims to solve that pain point. LiteLink’s digital payments platform will act as an escrow agent for the prize pool, enabling instantaneous payment with no administrative hassle. The tournament organizers put the prize pool in escrow with payment. The players enter their user IDs and e-mails. As soon as the tournament is over, the prizes are paid immediately.

What makes Streambucks unique is that it is dedicated to Esports. Payment transfer platforms offered by the likes of Tencent are big, but they are not focused on the Esports market. In 2018, Tencent’s combined smartphone and PC client games revenues amounted to $19.13 billion (¥128.4 billion). The Chinese-based internet service provider and media giant reported a 16% increase in year-over-year revenues. Much of this increase was due to the lingering revenue stream from last years Fortnite, produced by Epic Games, which Tencent Holdings owns a 40 percent stake in.

Streaming payments are another pain point for gamers. Twitch took $1.6 billion in revenue in 2015, prompting Amazon Inc. to buy it for a $970 million all-cash deal. Streamers on the service can accept donations via payment platforms such as PayPal, and Amazon’s in-house payment platform AmazonPay. Delayed payment pain points still  persists, with both payment options requiring bank accounts and user details to be entered exactly, and neither option being instantaneous.

The LiteLink Technologies Inc. and Enthusiast Gaming partnership is practical. LiteLink’s Streambucks could potentially lure more gamers, who are eager to get paid efficiently. That could boost the community growth for the Enthusiast even further. In turn, LiteLink Technologies Inc. gets to unveil Streambucks to a broader audience, providing a runway for Streambucks to become the preferred payment option in the Esports universe.

Data confirm that LiteLink Technologies Inc. could be onto something big with its emphasis on Esports payments.

“If you’re wondering how massive Esports has become, just follow the money,” reports Venture Beat. “The live-streaming platform Twitch paid $90 million for the rights to the Overwatch League. Activision Blizzard, the creator of Overwatch, beat its revenue forecast for Q1 2019, in part because of its Esports initiatives. If you combine fan spend, media rights, and sponsorships, the Esports market is now worth an estimated $922 million.”

LiteLink Technologies Inc. is focusing on a niche (speedier payments) within a niche (Esports). That combination has sizable potential going forward. By 2022, it is expected that Esports television viewership will rival the current level of viewership of the NFL and big-name sponsors are taking note. Revered brands such as Coca-Cola, Kit Kat and more have recently sponsored Esports tournaments. Increased viewership and airtime on networks such as ABC, NBC, ESPN, and TBS, could turn casual gamers into enthusiasts, potentially providing throngs of new users for LiteLink’s Streambucks.

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QCI Heatmap: A Modern Evolution of Classic Data Visualization with Cutting-Edge Technology

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Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI) is revolutionizing data exploration and visualization with the launch of QCI Heatmap, an advanced contour heatmapping tool that transforms the way casinos interact with slot performance data.

This release represents a unique modernization of classic data visualization techniques, reimagined using state-of-the-art graphics processing, machine learning, and QCI’s proprietary intellectual property.

A Modern Take on a Proven Approach

Heatmapping has long been a valuable tool for understanding gaming floor performance, but traditional implementations were often limited by static visualizations, sluggish responsiveness, and an inability to scale dynamically. With QCI Heatmap, we have re-engineered these foundational techniques using modern high-performance rendering technology, GPU acceleration, and AI-driven insights, enabling real-time, interactive exploration at a level never seen before.

According to Andrew Cardno, QCI’s CTO and a two-time Smithsonian Laureate for Heroism in Information Technology: “The fundamental principles of heatmapping have remained relevant for decades, but previous implementations lacked the speed, depth, and interactive flexibility needed for modern, data-driven decision-making. With today’s powerful graphics processing engines, we can now dynamically render images at over 60 frames per second, making QCI Heatmap the most responsive and flexible data exploration tool I’ve ever built. This new approach seamlessly integrates with the QCI Enterprise Platform, offering unparalleled real-time insights.”

Patented IP Meets High-Speed Data Exploration

QCI Heatmap is built on a unique combination of proprietary intellectual property (IP) and modern visualization technology, setting it apart from legacy heatmapping tools by:

  • Leveraging GPU Acceleration: for real-time heatmap rendering, eliminating lag and increasing user engagement.
  • Integrating Machine Learning Algorithms: to enhance pattern detection and predictive slot performance analysis.
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Replacing QCI Slots View & Expanding Capabilities

With the introduction of QCI Heatmap, QCI is retiring the legacy QCI Slots View module and elevating data visualization to the next level. This tool provides:

  • Full Gaming Floor Visibility: Real-time interactive overlays of slot performance, customer behavior, and revenue patterns.
  • Seamless Multi-Platform Use: Optimized for both desktop and iPad, ensuring a fluid experience across devices.
  • Advanced Metric-Driven Exploration: Deep integration with the QCI Enterprise Platform, unlocking multi-dimensional analysis for decision-makers.

To ensure customers can fully leverage this next-generation tool, QCI College will offer specialized training courses on QCI Heatmaps, covering both desktop and iPad applications.

Industry Leaders Praise QCI Heatmap’s Unprecedented Performance

The impact of QCI Heatmap is already being felt across the industry. Tony Toohey, CEO of Gaming Dynamics, shared his experience: “The ability to see and interact with an entire gaming floor through a dynamic heatmapping tool is game-changing. Our Australian deployments have seen an overwhelmingly positive reception, and working alongside the QCI development team has ensured this tool delivers maximum impact upon release.”

Pioneering the Future of Casino Data Visualization

QCI Heatmap is more than just an update—it’s a paradigm shift in how casinos leverage visualization technology. By combining time-tested heatmapping concepts with modern rendering engines, AI, and proprietary QCI innovations, Quick Custom Intelligence has redefined what’s possible in gaming data exploration.

The future of casino intelligence is visual, interactive, and powered by QCI Heatmap.

 

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In the competitive world of online gambling, players are always looking for platforms that deliver not just entertainment but also real, tangible rewards.

One name that keeps surfacing in discussions about the biggest wins and lightning-fast payouts is Betblast. The buzz surrounding this platform has reached new heights in 2024, with countless players sharing their experiences of hitting life-changing jackpots and enjoying withdrawals that are processed faster than the industry norm.

In this comprehensive press release, we’ll dive deep into what makes Betblast stand out, uncovering the stories behind the biggest wins, the unmatched payout speeds, and why Betblast has become a household name among online casino enthusiasts.

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When it comes to online casinos, nothing grabs attention quite like a big win. Betblast has become synonymous with massive payouts, with players across the globe sharing their jackpot stories.

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These stories are not just marketing hype—they’re real testimonials that reflect Betblast’s commitment to providing a fair, rewarding gaming environment.

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  • Crypto-Friendly Transactions: Betblast fully supports cryptocurrency transactions, enabling instant deposits and withdrawals. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other major cryptos are processed within minutes, giving players near-instant access to their funds.
  • Dedicated Payment Team: Betblast’s finance team works around the clock to process payouts promptly. Unlike other casinos that batch process withdrawals once a day, Betblast handles requests continuously, ensuring faster turnaround times.
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  • Feature                                                               Betblast                             Industry Average
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  • Traditional Bank Withdrawal                     1–3 business days                        3–7 business days
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Based on multiple player testimonials, it’s clear that Betblast outperforms competitors when it comes to getting players their money quickly and securely.

The Role of Crypto in Speeding Up Payments

In today’s fast-paced world, players expect instant gratification—not just in gameplay but also in payments. Betblast has embraced this by becoming a crypto-friendly platform. The integration of blockchain technology means transactions are processed faster, with fewer intermediaries involved.

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According to many players, the ability to deposit and withdraw with crypto has been a game-changer, especially for high-stakes players who move large sums of money.

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Players consistently mention that they feel safe and secure, knowing the games are fair and the company operates with integrity.

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What Players Are Saying: More Real Testimonials

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Aristocrat Interactive’s NeoGames Studio Launches eInstant Games in Hungary Through New Deal with Hungarian National Lottery (Szerencsejáték Zrt.)

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The agreement marks Aristocrat Interactive’s 18th iLottery deal across Europe 

Aristocrat Interactive’s iLottery content studio, announced today the launch of its eInstant games with Szerencsejáték Zrt. (SzZrt) – the largest gambling operator in Hungary, providing offerings to players including draw games, scratch cards and sports betting.

The five-year agreement will see Aristocrat Interactive’s NeoGames Studio deliver meaningful expansion to SzZrt’s offerings to its players.

The deployment of NeoGames Studio’s content comes to life via direct integration into SzZrt’s existing iLottery platform, bringing a new category of lottery product to Hungary in eInstant games. The deal marks Aristocrat Interactive’s 18th iLottery partnership in Europe and 31st globally.

The launch of eight new games with SzZrt marks a significant step forward, with each title carefully selected to align with their players’ preferences. From immersive graphics to innovative mechanics and engaging themes, these eight games represent a diverse mix of features from the Studio’s portfolio, showcasing unique gameplay experiences that highlight the strengths of various offerings.

In addition to the eight games already launched, five more titles are planned for release soon. Each new title will be designed to maintain player interest and provide fresh, exciting content.

“We are committed to providing our players with the best possible portfolio of gaming options, something NeoGames Studio has built a strong reputation on having proved in Hungary again their ability in developing high-quality eInstant games,” said Sándor Uszkay-Boiskó, Director of Strategy at SzZrt. “Their localized content and innovative approach will help us continue to further expand our capabilities and engage our players in new ways, while strictly adhering to responsible gaming principles, ultimately strengthening our position as the leading responsible gambling provider in Hungary.”

“We’re thrilled to be able to continue fueling the growth of iLottery on a global scale, as we introduce our best-in-class eInstant games to Hungarian lottery players through the country’s largest gambling operator,” said Chris Shaban, Managing Director of Aristocrat Interactive iLottery. “This deal with SzZrt will introduce Hungarian players to new, exciting game titles and localized content.”

NeoGames Studio, a leading developer in eInstant gaming, has been delivering innovative gaming options and visually compelling titles for lotteries since 2005. NeoGames Studio enters its second year as part of Aristocrat Interactive’s iLottery division, bringing over 17 years of industry experience and a comprehensive content portfolio to lotteries worldwide.

 

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