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EMIRAT AG on breathing new life into lotteries

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As the industry focuses on the impact of European regulatory updates following a series of hefty fines in 2018, Ralph Clemens Martin, CEO of EMIRAT AG, which is recognised as the leading specialist for removing financial risk for jackpot winners, describes the importance of confidence and trust in operators, how the sector doesn’t rely on addiction and why lotteries just aren’t a young people’s game.

As a global provider of financial security for lotteries across the world, what steps are you implementing to protect operators and customers at this time?

We are probably the most serious and reliable provider of Jackpot security/insurance. Last year we covered more than €300bn in Jackpots risks and more than 10 years experience without any complaints, we are trustworthy experts in the lottery industry.
We make it simple for our operators. Firstly, out contracts are straight forward and we have no small print and secondly, our security is watertight and we ensure our people are the best experts in the market.
With regards to customer data, how operators protect this is a key asset to becoming successful. Our business is just security of financial risks and we strive to making working with us easy, safe and fair. It makes no sense to offer the cheapest premium in he market and make problems if it comes to a winner – or even find something in the small prints to hold the payout back. This will kill the operator, brings state official and regulators on the plan and makes problem to the whole industry worldwide.

How do you keep what is an analogue form of gaming entertainment relevant in a digital world?

In terms of lotteries a lot of companies have really good websites and to play the lottery these have to be easy and fast. To go to a kiosk to fill out a ticket is not convenient – to play fast on your mobile device is much easier so don’t make it too complicated for the customer!
The key is confidence and trust in a product. An analogue draw makes state lotteries trustworthy, whereas the perceived ability to cheat the customer or make it difficult to collect winnings creates problems for the digital industry. There are always black sheep on the field when it comes to earning money and becoming greedy and this has held the digital side of lotteries back, however, as we stated there’s a lot of potential with mobile and online. Fairness, a well created website with easy to play and big winnings/jackpots are the key to running a successful digital platform for lotteries with loyal customers. Oh, and a certified RNG provider is pretty important too.

With so many lotteries out there, do you feel the market is oversaturated or is the customer demand growing alongside the industry?

No. There is still a big potential to come up with additional lotteries. Lottery customers may wish to play a new game each day and mobile/online can provide this. In our eyes there is still a great potential for lotteries globally and we would love to do more in Eastern Europe, Africa, Australia and the Middle East. Asia is also a big market. Our customers/operators come from all parts of the world so in addition to Israel it is the European Islands like Malta, Gibraltar, Isle of Man, etc. which provide licenses for operators and EMIRAT AG provides the jackpot security. However we also help states and state lotteries to create new games or even start a lottery for this growing customer demand both online and analogue.

EMIRAT AG also develops new lottery games, what’s the key to making a new product stand out?

Lottery games have a vastly different approach to sports betting or casino games as they are not based on the excitement of gambling or the adrenalin rush of placing a bet. Lotteries do not rely on addicted players who spend all their money within a few hours – they rely on satisfied customers who just love the chance once or twice a week or once a day. The games are created for people who are taking the chance to make a big lifetime-changing winning and therefore a lottery needs to have big jackpots to be outstanding.
The big brands are the state lotteries as it’s difficult to create your own lottery, so most of the online or alternative lotteries function by placing a bet on these big, trustworthy and well established brands. That’s where EMIRAT AG comes in as online or alternative lotteries need companies like us to cover/insure the big jackpots, because they can’t sell as many tickets to cover or build the jackpots as the state brands do.

In addition to new technology, where do you see the opportunities for operators to better target young players?

Sorry, but lotteries are not created for young players. Yes you can target it with a cool looking website but the target group will be over 40. Only when it comes to Mega Jackpots with hundreds of millions to win or even over a billion, will young players join a lottery website – but even then, they just won’t last.
From our perspective as the world’s leading risk management specialist in covering lottery jackpots, it’s better to spend money on the real target group of the over 40s. With technology, 60-year-old players aren’t too affected by the web today and most will still buy tickets at a booth, but 30-year-old prospective customers are getting closer to that target group and so the internet and beyond hold a great deal more potential going forward. At this time the greatest opportunity is to create data about your future target group in preparation that they will start playing sooner or later.

And again, as always with lotteries, big Jackpots are key.


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SOFTSWISS and Evolution Launch Evo Prime Drop Campaign

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The SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator, a multipurpose gamification system for managing promotional campaigns, launched the Evo Prime Drop campaign in partnership with Evolution Gaming Group AB in March. The Evo Prime Drop aims to enhance player engagement and highlight captivating games integrated with Evolution. 

Evolution is a leading B2B solution provider for casino operators offering live casino, live game shows, slots and more. The Evo Prime Drop leverages Evolution’s extensive portfolio, available through the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, to feature premium games from such developers as NetEnt, Red Tiger, and Big Time Gaming (BTG). 

An exceptional aspect of the Evo Prime Drop is its accessibility to casino operators within the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator network at no extra charge. This arrangement between Evolution and SOFTSWISS supports their partners in enhancing player engagement and retention. 

The campaign’s jackpot prize pool is another highlight, featuring a generous 50,000 euro. The campaign is designed to be inclusive, allowing players to participate with a minimum bet of just 1 euro. The campaign started on 11 March and will conclude on 31 March. 

The prize distribution is thoughtfully structured to maximise the number of winners, with 20 top prizes of 1,000 euro each, 100 prizes of 100 euro, and 400 prizes of 50 euro. This tiered system adds to the appeal of the Evo Prime Drop, making it a highly anticipated event in the online gaming calendar. 

This inaugural campaign, launched in collaboration with a game provider, paves the way for further initiatives for SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator clients. The Jackpot Aggregator’s unique mechanics and the Game Aggregator’s user-friendly settings make the launch seamless and fast.

Aliaksei Douhin, Head of SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator, comments: “We see immense potential in such campaigns because they present a win-win solution for all parties involved. 

Beyond addressing the casino’s primary objective of retaining and attracting players, these mechanics offer providers additional opportunities to promote their games. Furthermore, players gain new experiences, exactly what draws them to us. 

Thanks to the quick and easy launch, we view these campaigns as a positive development for the industry. 

Special thanks to Evolution for their pivotal partnership in Evo Prime Drop. Evolution’s support is instrumental in bringing these gaming opportunities to life, showcasing the strength of collaborative efforts in advancing the gaming industry.”

Nicholas Peters, Chief Business Development Officer Europe at Evolution, adds: “We are excited to partner with SOFTSWISS in the Evo Prime Drop campaign. Collaborating with the expert team behind the Jackpot Aggregator, and given the excellence of SOFTSWISS’ software solutions and the premium games from providers integrated by Evolution, we are confident in the campaign’s success.

We are constantly looking for new technologies and mechanics to maintain a leading position in the market and provide innovative solutions to our customers. We are pleased that our collaboration with the SOFTSWISS Jackpot Aggregator has proven to be mutually beneficial. “

 

About SOFTSWISS 

SOFTSWISS is an international tech company supplying software solutions for managing iGaming projects. The expert team, which counts over 2,000 employees, is based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides one-stop-shop iGaming software solutions. The company has a vast product portfolio, including the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with thousands of casino games, the Affilka affiliate platform, the Sportsbook Platform and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS was the first in the world to introduce a Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution.

 

About Evolution

Evolution Group is a leading B2B provider of online casino content. Evolution’s brands are synonymous with outstanding solutions and the widest choice in the online gaming world. As well as being a world-leader of live dealer gaming with its Evolution and Ezugi brands, the NetEnt, RedTiger, Big Time Gaming and Nolimit City studios produce some of the industry’s most innovative and commercially successful slots. The Digiwheel brand is the developer of the world’s first patented HD spinning gaming wheel, offering opportunities to bring the very best of wheel based online games to land-based casinos. Livespins is an innovative B2B social streaming game provider that enables.

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BetConstruct Introduces 3 New Advanced Services: Zone Solutions, Pro DDOS Protection and Business Dashboard

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BetConstruct, a global leader in iGaming technologies committed to constant progress, has launched 3 services aimed at the high performance and growth of its partners: Zone Solutions, Pro DDOS Protection and Business Dashboard.

These services are precisely crafted to address the diverse needs of BetContruct’s partners providing them with leading-edge solutions to foster success in the competitive world of iGaming.

Zone Solutions

Zone Solutions is an all-encompassing suite of domain management services and solutions tailored specifically for Turnkey partners with domain management on their side to upgrade online operations and handle domain management with ease and confidence. From proactive strategies to meeting regulatory compliance measures, Zone Solutions helps businesses enhance an efficient online presence.

Pro DDOS Protection

Pro DDOS Protection is a comprehensive cybersecurity solution tailored specifically for White Label and Turnkey Partners, with domain management handled on the provider’s side. This leading-edge product is designed to combat Distributed Denial of Service (DDOS) attacks and safeguard web applications. With its instant threat detection, enhanced WAF capabilities, and rapid response, the DDOS mitigation service provides security and reliability of the digital assets of White Label and Turnkey Partners.

Business Dashboard

Business Dashboard is a powerful analytics platform that delivers real-time insights and simplifies gaming business management. This comprehensive tool allows to track key metrics across finances, player acquisition, and website traffic. It helps to optimise casino & sportsbook performance and make data-driven decisions for success.

Embracing these services, partners can confidently navigate challenges, elevate their online operations, and seize opportunities for growth in the dynamic world of iGaming. With BetConstruct as a trusted ally, the future of online gaming holds limitless potential for those who dare to innovate and succeed.

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Booming Games launches another smash hit with Lucky Oasis

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Let your players be transported to a world of opulence and excitement with Booming Games’ latest hit slot – Lucky Oasis.

Lucky Oasis, is a 5×3, 20-payline video slot that has been designed to immerse players into a world full of engaging new features, set against a backdrop of showgirls and the rolling of dice which will have your players quickly feeling like a high roller.

With just 3 or more Scatter symbols, players can unlock up to 12 Free Spins. Additionally, the game’s unique ‘Random Selection’ feature cranks up the excitement further, by providing players with a simple auto-selection mechanism to enhance their overall gaming experience.

However, one of the standout features of Lucky Oasis is its Wild Multipliers, which can substitute for all symbols except the Scatter, with the potential to multiply wins by up to 3,024x.

Moritz Blume, Director of Product at Booming Games commented, “Lucky Oasis is such a great addition to our game portfolio because it’s where two worlds collide. It’s packed full of innovative features that players have come to love about our games, combined with the nostalgic feel of a casino you’d find sheltering under the Nevada sun.

“We love what we do and I think this is mirrored in the games that we release and Lucky Oasis is no exception. We are really excited to see this game go live and it’s impending success.”

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