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Valve modifies Loot Boxes for Dutch players
After the Netherlands Gaming Authority asked game creators to comply with the Dutch laws when making loot boxes, Valve has done just the same. The buyers now have preview of what exactly they get when they are purchasing Valve Loot Boxes
Valve’s action came shortly after the Netherlands Gaming Authority threatened to follow suit and forbidden the Dutch players to use the steam marketplace so they can avoid the gambling legal restrictions. The Gaming Authority highlighted the implications and the risks of creating some level of addiction by allowing the players to create profit from the crates loot by selling the items in a marketplace.
In order to get completely legal with their CS:GO and Dota 2 loot boxes, Valve are now allowing Dutch players to preview the drop before actually purchasing it. According to the Reddit user Larhf, who provided a screenshot, he was able to see what cosmetic item he will get by purchasing a TI8 Collector’s Cache box.
According to the same user, buying multiple treasures at once is not possible for the players with the residence set to the Netherlands; however, after opening a box, the next highlighted item is the one that will drop with a new purchase.
The new change was not listed in any Valve patch logs and it is unknown whether this is just a temporary action until they find a better way to comply with the Dutch laws. With Artifact, which is a trading card game expected to be released by the end of the year, the new regulation might affect Valve harder than anticipated. The Steam market should have been the absolute dream platform for their new game, so it remains to be seen what solution Valve will find for lifting the ban of using it in certain countries.
Source: vpesports.com
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Kampanya ng NBI vs. illegal gambling pinalakas ng Pph50M tulong mula PAGCOR
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NAGKALOOB ang Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) ng Php50 milyon na tulong pinansyal sa National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) upang palakasin ang kampanya kontra illegal gaming, kabilang ang ipinagbabawal na Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).
Pormal na nilagdaan nitong Lunes sa PAGCOR Corporate Office sa Pasay City ang memorandum of agreement nina PAGCOR Chairman at CEO Alejandro H. Tengco at NBI Director Jaime Santiago.
Kasabay nito, ipinagkaloob sa NBI ang Php25 milyon bilang paunang bahagi ng ayuda sa ginanap na turnover ceremony.
Binigyang-diin ni G. Tengco na mahalaga ang partnership ng PAGCOR at NBI hindi lamang sa regulasyon ng gaming at pagkolekta ng kita para sa nation-building, kundi lalo na sa pagpapanatili ng integridad ng industriya.
“This morning, we are signing a memorandum of agreement that underscores the shared responsibility of PAGCOR and the NBI in promoting lawful, fair, and responsible gaming in the Philippines,” ani G. Tengco. “This assistance will defray the cost of food and expenses for POGO detainees, as well as support the Bureau’s legitimate operations against illegal gaming activities.
Dagdag pa ng PAGCOR chairman, sinisiguro ng kasunduan na ang taumbayan ang totoong makikinabang sa kita mula sa legal na sugal.
“Illegal gambling operators undermine our laws, exploit our people, and put our communities at risk. By working hand in hand with the NBI, we are sending a strong message that we will not allow unlawful gaming practices to persist,” giit pa ni G. Tengco.
Samantala, sinabi ni Santiago na malaking tulong ang suportang ibinigay ng PAGCOR upang higit pang mapalakas ang kakayahan ng NBI.
“The NBI welcomes PAGCOR’s assistance as it will enable us to step up our operations against illegal POGOs and other unlawful gaming activities. This partnership affirms our shared duty to uphold the law and protect the Filipino people,” pahayag ng opisyal.
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efbet already offers EGT Digital’s games to its customers in Greece
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EGT Digital and efbet once again expanded their successful partnership, after the leading operator has added the provider’s gaming content to its Greek site. As a result, visitors to efbet.gr can now enjoy the top-performing slot titles from Bell Link and Clover Chance jackpots.
“We are very happy that our collaboration with efbet is so fruitful and after Bulgaria and Romania our games are available to their Greek customers as well,” commented Tsvetomira Drumeva, Head of Sales at EGT Digital. “I believe that our slots will captivate local players with their wide thematic diversity and numerous bonuses and will demonstrate impressive results that will cement our position as one of the operator’s most preferred providers of iGaming solutions.”
efbet team also expressed satisfaction with the deal: “It is of crucial significance for us to provide our customers with access to the best gaming content in all markets where we operate. Our partnership with EGT Digital is an important step towards achieving this goal. I am confident that their games in Greece will once again show an excellent performance, meeting and even outperforming our expectations.”
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SOFTSWISS Unveils Interactive Tool to Estimate Online Casino Costs
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SOFTSWISS, a leading international technology provider with over 15 years in the iGaming sector, has developed a free online tool to help operators estimate budget components and time-to-market scenarios for opening an online casino in 2025. The Online Casino Cost Calculator turns SOFTSWISS expertise into a practical tool for early-stage business planning.
Designed to turn guesswork into structured planning for both newcomers and experienced operators, the Online Casino Cost Calculator offers a comprehensive cost analysis for opening and running an online casino.
The Calculator offers two modes – Quick Mode for high-level estimation and Full Mode for a deeper forecast. It enables the calculation of key budget components, including platform costs, game content expenses, payment processing fees, hosting charges, and marketing spend. Powered by user input, the tool delivers clear, structured insights that reduce uncertainty and accelerate partners’ go-to-market.
“We understand that support in the launching process is crucial. The Online Casino Cost Calculator uses a data-informed approach to deliver the clarity needed to make the right decisions. It gives businesses of all sizes the notion of how to explore new markets or start new projects, offering equal value to experienced operators and newcomers alike,” said Darya Autukhovich, Head of Casino Platform Business Operations at SOFTSWISS.
The Online Casino Cost Calculator makes the process intuitive with step-by-step guidance that shows how different inputs affect overall projections. To simplify deeper planning, it also provides a downloadable P&L template with projected revenue, costs, and profit over 12 months. Backed by SOFTSWISS hands-on experts, partners receive guidance at every stage – from business planning to launch and growth.
Following the successful launch of the Sportsbook Budget Calculator, SOFTSWISS extends its growing suite of expert tools. Among other recent initiatives is the Gambling Regulation Directory, designed to guide operators through the global regulatory landscape.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 35,000 casino games, Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. The expert team, based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia, counts over 2,000 employees.
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