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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.
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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.
Gate of Horus also features a gamble feature, presenting players with two gamble wheels. The left wheel offers the opportunity to multiply winnings by 1.5x, 2x or 3x and the right wheel offers the chance to win up to 100 Free Spins.
“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.”
This slot’s exciting features and theme are perfectly suited to give player’s a memorable experience. Gate of Horus is now available to the UK LBO, B3 market.
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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 Announces Venues for ACL Grand Finals 2025
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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