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Valve alters Dota 2 loot boxes to comply with Dutch regulation
The US games developer Valve has altered the way the Dutch players can interact with and purchase loot boxes. The changes have been introduced after complaints were lodged by the Netherlands Gaming Authority about a couple of games, Dota 2 and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, for violating the country’s Betting and Gaming Act.
A Reddit user first reported the changes: the new system present in Dota 2 displays exactly what in-game gear is contained within the next loot box purchase, though players can now only purchase one box at a time. Despite the change, Dutch players are still unable to use the Steam Marketplace.
Valve originally pulled loot boxes and blocked access to both trading and the Steam marketplace for Dota 2 and CS:GO players based out of the Netherlands and Belgium following notices sent by the gaming authority in April. According to the organisation, loot boxes do not necessarily violate Dutch law, but systems that ascribe some sort of real-world value to the items gained through those chance-based purchases like the Steam Marketplace are enough to tip in-game loot boxes into legally dubious territory.
Following the gaming authority’s complaint, Valve stated that it “[doesn’t] understand or agree with the Kansspelautoriteit’s legal conclusion” and was working with both legal counsel and the authority itself to look into possible solutions.
In the months since, Valve has brought trading and Steam Marketplace access back to CS:GO for players in both the Netherlands and Belgium, though loot boxes still remain unavailable for players in that region. For Dota 2, however, Valve seems to have implemented a completely different solution that does the opposite by reenabling loot boxes with the new item lists and opting to keep both Steam Marketplace and trading disabled.
Source: gamasutra.com
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INSPIRED LAUNCHES EGYPTIAN-THEMED SLOT, GATE OF HORUS™
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. , a leading B2B provider of gaming content, systems, and solutions, is excited to announce the release of Gate of Horus™, now available to the UK LBO, B3 market.
From the creators of the popular Rise of Samurai slot™, Inspired’s Bell-Fruit Games studio presents Gate of Horus a captivating new Egyptian-themed slot. Packed with engaging features, players can enjoy an expanding symbol that unlocks additional win lines, Free Spins, a dynamic dual-wheel gamble, and Fortune Spins for even greater opportunities to win.
The Gate of Horus Free Spins feature is triggered by landing three or more bonus symbols, either partially or fully visible on active reels. Initially players can win up to 20 Free Spins with the potential to win more during the bonus.
A standout feature in this slot is the Rising Horus expanding symbol. When this symbol appears partially or fully in view on active reels, depending on game mode it can expand to unlock top reels activating additional win lines 51-100, increasing the potential of bigger wins. These additional win lines are exclusively available during the Rising Horus expansion.
Players have the option to customise their game play by activating Fortune Spins. There are four Fortune Spins games available, each with a guaranteed feature update, played on five reels with four symbols and 100-win lines. Upon feature entry, players must match three Fortune Spins symbols on the centre win line to win five spins of their chosen Fortune Spins game. If the Rising Horus symbol appears in view partially it will expand to full height unlocking the top screen reels.
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“Building on the success of the popular Bell-Fruit title Rise of the Samurai, we’re proud to introduce Gates of Horus—an exhilarating expanding reels game set in ancient Egypt” said Matthew Crane, UK Market Product Director of Inspired. “With its powerful theme and dynamic gameplay, this latest release reinforces our commitment to developing strong brands and delivering quality games to our B3 estates.”
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SPAYZ.io announces new brand identity, enters new growth stage
SPAYZ.io, a leading innovator in global payment solutions, has announced the launch of a new brand identity, logo, and website, marking a significant milestone in the company’s evolution as a leading fintech.
The updated brand reflects SPAYZ.io’s commitment to accessibility, inclusivity, and sustainability. It embodies the core values that have been integral to the growth of SPAYZ.io in recent years, including trust, simplicity through innovation, reliability and security.
The refreshed identity represents the fintech’s expanded vision as it prepares to introduce new products, enter new markets, and deepen relationships with existing customers and partners.
Ksenia Telukh, Marketing Manager at SPAYZ.io, spoke about the significance of this announcement.
“Everything about our rebrand has been carefully selected. The choice of dark anthracite, bright red and light grey symbolises dedication, security, growth and energy. Together, SPACE Grotesk and Montserrat fonts create a harmonious balance that reflects our innovative spirit and commitment to quality. We have created a graphic system to accurately resemble the financial system and payments ecosystem, celebrating simplicity through complexity.”
SPAYZ.io has successfully built a business centred around its clients. Leading payments professionals are involved at every stage of the business, from product and business development, sales and marketing, IT and analytics, to client support, legal and compliance, finance and operations.
Its portfolio of solutions includes Open Banking, Payouts, Local Bank Transfers, eWallets, Online Banking and Bank Card Processing. Each solution is designed to ensure smooth performance and versatility for different business needs across various platforms.
This is backed by a global solution, with geos including India, Indonesia, Japan, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Ghana, Kenya, Congo, Nigeria and Europe.
In light of these achievements, a refreshed brand identity was both timely and necessary.
“This is a symbolic reimagining of SPAYZ.io, adopting an identity that embodies its values and the ongoing evolution of the company,” Ksenia commented. “Since being founded, we have had to adapt and adjust to new market conditions, seizing new opportunities and creating a service that reflects the direct needs of our partners. We’ve continued to go from strength to strength, making it essential to create a new brand that truly reflects our journey.”
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Hero Esports, an industry leader and the largest esports company in Asia, has announced its championship venues for the Asian Champions League (ACL) Grand Finals 2025 taking place May 16-18 in Shanghai. The landmark event will transform three of the city’s most iconic venues into battlegrounds for nine premier esports titles, cementing Shanghai’s status as the global esports capital.
The tournament is expected to attract 80,000+ live attendees across three venues, with global broadcasts reaching millions via Twitch, YouTube and TikTok. Participating teams will be competing for a total prize pool of $2 million. Selected ACL winners will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—the largest esports event in history due to take place from July to August.
“Shanghai’s selection as our host city reflects its unmatched esports infrastructure and passionate community. By combining elite competition with DreamHack’s festival energy, we’re creating a new blueprint for global esports events,” said Jonny Wang, CEO of ACL.
“This is Hero Esports’ most ambitious project to date. The ACL bridges Asian talents with the world stage while delivering unforgettable fan experiences through cutting-edge production,” said Danny Tang, Co-Founder & CEO of Hero Esports.
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