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Efficiency and automation key as Zendesk simplifies customer service
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With the igaming industry experiencing rapid international growth, nurturing brand identity and loyalty remains a key focus for operators – a complex challenge when faced with an increasingly diverse customer base. Speaking at the customer service software company Zendesk’s Showcase London, the firm’s president of products Adrian McDermott discussed how Zendesk’s segmentation and automation software is leading the way for efficient B2C interaction.
“Gaming has a set of unique challenges,” said McDermott. “Most games have large populations of casual users, free users, paid users, heavy users, and segmentation of inbound – and understanding how to deal with that inbound – is incredibly important.”
“We have gaming customers that have hundreds of millions of free users they need to serve through self service, and we have gaming customers with some very high-spend individuals, and they need to treat those people differently.”
One of the first things Zendesk offers gaming firms is a self-service environment where users can help users, or access appropriate content, with Harvard Business Review recently stating that 81 percent of people would rather find the answer for themselves than seek assistance. Further stages include an escalation from that channel into an instant messaging environment where customers talk directly to an agent, with an establishment of user identity.
The automated process, which also utilises AI and extensively curated user help functions, allows brands to streamline the customer service response, effectively allowing them to more efficiently utilise customer-facing agents. “Ultimately, serving gaming customers is often about having humans sitting in seats talking to humans who play that game, engaging with them and representing the brand.”
“Our gaming customers bring that to bear themselves, we just give them the tools, and build best practices in, that when a player comes for support, they get a response which is timely, in brand and meets their expectations.”
Not only did Zendesk’s Showcase London offer a positive opportunity to engage with firms keen to integrate the firm’s efficient software systems, but the 12 June event also proved the perfect place to announce an expansion of Zendesk’s AI-powered Answer Bot.
Already embedded in over 10,000 apps, Answer Bot tool will now be extended across all web and mobile channels, allowing companies to provide constant, consistent support and quicker response times across all platforms. “Customers today demand fast responses in a context that suits them, and AI can be used to help companies be more timely and accurate when engaging with customers. With Answer Bot, we’re putting an end to laborious processes to resolve simple questions. We’re not just delivering self-service everywhere – we’re delivering AI-powered self-service everywhere, which will continue to make for a better customer experience.”
Alongside Answer Bot – which also surfaces recommendations to agents during customer interaction, thereby increasing accuracy in response – Zendesk also announced a range of new tools as part of its Guide Enterprise knowledge base. With nearly four billion knowledge base articles viewed on Zendesk in 2018, the firm’s curated catalogue of problem solving and FAQ response articles has been strengthened with solutions such as Article Events – allowing regular appraisals of the usefulness, brand consistency and accuracy of articles – and Content Cues, prioritising the most regularly viewed responses. “This is what AI can do; large-scale pattern matching that goes beyond human comprehension,” said McDermott. “One of the reasons we’re super excited about this is that we are seeing that new capabilities across gaming are being released every month, every quarter, they’re entertainment products unlike any before, they are constantly morphing.”
“This is a challenge for customer service, figuring out the connotations downstream of what’s going to happen to a player in that new reality – it’s almost impossible to be figuring it out without machine automation. It’s uniquely suited to the pace of game deployment.”
Though igaming firms are just waking up to the potential of streamlined customer service software, McDermott added that Zendesk’s experience with gaming firms already extends over seven years, with key integrations in major studios and providers delivering manifold efficiencies. With its suite of systems and software covering consumer-engaged businesses in all sectors, Zendesk offers one of the most multi-faceted B2C solutions on the market, a serious consideration for igaming operators as both product options and customer numbers increase.
“We provide the tools and services to people to help them provide great customer service, and that cuts across all kinds of industries, ecommerce, traditional retail, services IT – and of course gaming.”
“We have a range of products that help people connect with their customers, and we always say that the best customer experiences are built with Zendesk.”
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13 gambling company executives in appeal against ATG’s proposal to raise gambling tax in Sweden
BOS – The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling – is today submitting a letter to the government. The letter is signed by 13 gambling company executives and BOS’s secretary general. In the letter, the signatories urge the government not to support the gambling company ATG in their proposal to raise the general gambling tax in favour of a reduction in the tax on horse racing.
As a main argument, the signatories highlight the fact that the level of the gambling tax affects the proportion of consumers who choose to gamble on the legal licensed gambling market, and that too many consumers are already opting out of the safety of the licensed market with its extensive consumer protection.
“Horse betting has a channelisation rate of between 98-99 percent. Online casino, according to the most optimistic estimates, has a channelisation rate of between 72-82 percent. The higher the tax, the greater the risk that the consumer will choose unlicensed gambling, where neither gambling tax nor consumer protection exists. To then lower the gambling tax for horse betting, which already has a very strong channelisation, and raise it for online casino, which has a very weak channelisation, would be completely incomprehensible. At least for those who prioritize consumer protection,” says BOS Secretary General Gustaf Hoffstedt.
You can read the full letter here: Letter to Government on ATG gambling duty
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FBMDS proudly unveils the Momentum Series, a crash gaming collection built to deliver fast-paced thrills, immersive visuals, and strong retention for online casino operators worldwide with the Piñata Rush, Magical Garden and Arctic Jumper titles.
Designed “for emotions” and “born to captivate”, the Momentum Series includes three high-performing titles — Piñata Rush, Magical Garden, and Arctic Jumper — that redefine the crash genre with dynamic gameplay, deep personalization, and stunning 3D environments.
The Momentum Series was created to give players more control, excitement, and emotional connection while providing operators with games designed for longer sessions and better retention metrics. Each title combines intuitive gameplay with high volatility, 97%+ RTP, and a responsive, mobile-first design, ensuring performance across devices and browsers. Players can personalize their experience with auto bets, double bets, and auto cashouts, adapting each round to their individual risk strategy.
Piñata Rush offers a colorful, multiplayer crash gaming experience set in lively Mexican-inspired streets. Players can track others’ progress in real time and enjoy a community-driven atmosphere that keeps engagement levels high. With 97.06% RTP and features such as Multiplayer, Auto Play, Auto Cash-Out, and a configurable Max Bet from 100x to 1000x, this crash game provides vibrant entertainment across Android, iOS, Mac OS, and Windows.
Magical Garden immerses players in a lush 3D fantasy world where serenity meets suspense. This single-player experience blends calm and thrill through Auto Play and Auto Cash-Out functions, allowing personalized strategies and a Max Bet configurable from 100x to 1000x. With 97% RTP, it offers operators a high-performing product with wide cross-platform compatibility.
Arctic Jumper brings adrenaline to the frozen north with a fully 3D single-player experience. Its immersive visuals and smooth performance are enhanced by Auto Play, Auto Cash-Out, and customizable betting options that match each player’s risk profile. Operating at 97% RTP, this title delivers consistent engagement and retention potential for competitive markets.
“The Momentum Series represents FBMDS’ evolution into crash gaming — a genre built on emotion, timing, and control,” said Renato Almeida, Director at FBMDS. “With Piñata Rush, Magical Garden, and Arctic Jumper, we’re delivering fast, flexible, and emotionally charged experiences that empower both players and operators.”
FBMDS brings a winning portfolio of innovative iGaming solutions, blending tradition with cutting-edge technology to deliver engaging, reliable, and profitable gaming experiences for operators worldwide. With a focus on slots, table games, video bingo, and now crash games, FBMDS empowers partners to scale and succeed in competitive markets.
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- Sunny feel-good vibes for everyone: Cozy Coast now available for iOS and Android
- New trailer highlights entertaining storytelling, merge-2 puzzles, and diverse gameplay elements
- Upcoming updates with new events and challenges for long-lasting fun
A beach adventure with heart: InnoGames, one of Germany’s leading developers and publishers of mobile and browser games, today launches Cozy Coast worldwide, bringing sunny feel-good moments to smartphones and tablets. The game is now available for free on the App Store and Google Play Store. Players in selected regions have already explored the Mediterranean island of Calista and experienced the captivating story of the two protagonists Mia and Elara. The unique mix of merge-2 puzzles, exploration, and heartfelt moments is clearly resonating with players, earning 4.8 on the App Store and 4.6 on Google Play out of 5 stars.
With today’s launch, InnoGames expands the game’s language support. Alongside the existing languages German, English, and French, Cozy Coast is now also available in Italian, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish.
New Features, More Events: Regular Updates for Lasting Fun
In Cozy Coast, players accompany best friends Mia and Elara on a journey across the picturesque Mediterranean island of Calista. For Mia, the island is filled with childhood memories, but its former charm has faded. Together, they set out to restore the island. The gameplay centers on merge-2 mechanics: By skillfully combining items, players fulfill the wishes of island residents, collect resources, and restore buildings to unlock new areas of Calista. Along their journey, Mia and Elara encounter interesting characters, discover secrets, and explore the environment.
Check out the trailer on youtube: youtube.com/watch?v=hpacBlPfio4
Since the initial launch of Cozy Coast in selected regions, the development team has steadily expanded the merge-2 adventure. Customizable portraits, 3D decoration events, special quests with unique rewards, and advanced challenges for experienced players ensure there’s always something new to discover. The holiday season has also arrived: players can earn daily rewards, including the festive avatar “Winter Elara”.
Key Features of Cozy Coast
- Merge items: Strategically combine items to create new and higher-value objects
- Restore the seaside promenade: Renovate abandoned buildings to unlock new areas
- Adventure in paradise: Follow best friends Mia and Elara as they discover hidden places and uncover the secrets of a corporation with questionable intentions
- Characters with personality: Meet fascinating characters. Every encounter comes with a story – sometimes touching, sometimes mysterious, but always full of emotion
- Fresh challenges every day: Participate in competitive, daily, weekly, and seasonal events like exploration quests, puzzle collections, decoration and special story-driven missions to receive exciting rewards and enjoy lasting gameplay
- A personal touch: Use portrait customization to bring individuality and personality to every adventure.
- Unwind in a Mediterranean setting: Experience stress-free gameplay paired with a captivating story of friendship, courage, and hope
- Free to play without restrictions: Available worldwide on iOS and Android (except in Russia and China)
Cozy Coast is available on the App Store for iOS and on Google Play for Android.
For the latest news about the game, visit the official website or follow Cozy Coast on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
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