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Betsoft and BlueOcean Discuss the Recipe for Long-Term Success in iGaming Partnerships
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Selling product, although essential, is still only one part of an effective business formula. Relationship building in today’s global and crowded markets is a major element for long-term success. Enduring partnerships need trust and commitment from both sides, plus a little something else. Erik Köhler, Marketing Manager at Betsoft Gaming and Dejan Jović, CEO at BlueOcean Gaming enjoyed a socially distanced meeting to discuss just what makes their companies’ relationship work.
Erik is a data driven marketer with substantial knowledge of digital marketing, social media exploitation andafiliation within the iGaming world. Over the past decade, Betsoft has earned a reputation as one of the world’s premier producers of high quality igaming products. It offers an unparalleled level of service, backed by a solid and highly experienced team. In addition to the substantial portfolio of cinematic quality games, the product suite also includes a full featured casino management platform. Betsoft’s commitment to excellence has made it a leader in the industry. Independent certifications and licensing in numerous igaming markets have been obtained and, through these efforts, Betsoft has secured a loyal client base throughout Europe, Asia and the Americas.
Dejan comes from a technical background in IT. His career in iGaming spanned product management, strategic development and business development before he became CEO of BlueOcean in 2016. The Slovenian-based business is an independent B2B online gaming software provider. Gamehub – their inhouse gamehub aggregation – allows casino operators to launch multiple game providers with a single API integration. With a business strategy comprising easy-to-use, time saving and efficient all-in-one solutions for online casino businesses, their White Label solution offers the necessary suite of products and services required to start an online casino.
EK: Betsoft and BlueOcean have enjoyed a successful partnership for some time; what made you choose Betsoft originally and what keeps the partnership working?
DJ: ‘Yes, we have been collaborating since 2015. Betsoft was one of the first game providers available within our Game Aggregation solution – GameHub. I would say that the quality of the games was a significant enabler for our growth right from the start. Working with Betsoft was integral to the success of our strategy. By choosing Betsoft products originally, we were able to offer those great games to all of our initial operators. This early success acted as a magnet to bring in more new clients for us. The result today is that almost all of our clients have access to the Betsoft portfolio.
We will definitely keep working together as our success is reflected in the great business growth we have made together. An important factor contributing to the strength of our long-term partnership is the technical side of your games: operationally, the games run smoothly so we never experience any issues. Finally, we have great communication overall and that always makes life easier.’
EK: At Betsoft, we too have been very happy with how our partnership has developed. Your business has grown considerably since you started: can you sustain this growth?
DJ: ‘We are really proud of our effort over the past few years; it required hard work and commitment from the entire team but it has paid off. Our dream is to maintain solid growth, but we are keeping ourselves grounded and accept that it will take some time. Currently our GameHub solution offers more than 5000 games from around 80 game providers, although we are always looking for more.
The strategy is to provide globally accessible games. In addition to our extensive game library, GameHub features an additional set of four features: Automated Game Catalogue, which enables a fully automated release of new content along with extensive game details and icons; FreeRound API, which allows operators to distribute free spins to selected players through single implementation that works with all game providers supporting free rounds; Game History API, which gives our clients access to detailed game history which can then be incorporated into their own back-office and, finally, Unified Jackpot Feed which offers the potential to display jackpot values in real time.
Although we are satisfied with the product as is, we want to take it to the next level. We will offer further additional features to make us stand out from the crowd and to showcase GameHub as something special. But each development requires a lot of time to be perfected. We are currently working on Tournaments and feature triggering – which are both available across most game providers including Betsoft. This is a great tool to offer in terms of player engagement and retention.
Finally, in addition to product development, we have invested in targeted marketing. This, for us, is something new. Previously we never dedicated a team, budget and policy to marketing. Our strategy for this year was to attend all the major iGaming events worldwide; however, due to the covid-19 situation, this has been put on hold. Therefore, we have re-directed our focus on to advertising and marketing online, thus raising brand awareness through this platform – at least until the live events are back in business. So yes, we feel confident that, with our plans in place, we will continue to grow.’
EK: BlueOcean has enabled many start-ups in the industry and encouraged them to showcase the best games on their sites. Which casino operator would you say that you are the most proud of assisting?
DJ: ‘Currently we have more than 100 active clients on our GameHub aggregation and an additional 40 White Label and Turnkey solutions. We work closely with all of them to constantly grow the numbers. This year we hit record volumes which, for us, is a great indicator that our strategy works. Our clients managed to expand their business through a mix of our software solutions and great gaming content.
Originally, we started with B2C business; therefore we have many White Label operators, all of whom we are immensely proud. Together we have a created a successful story. One in particular has been with us right from the beginning in 2012. Universalslots.net is just one of the multiple brands this client has with us and we are impressed by them. Also, a very recently sealed partnership with us is becoming a great success already. Horuscasino.com is another B2C who has managed to grow amazing numbers in the space of just one year, so we are pretty proud of that relationship too.’
EK: Over the years that Betsoft and BlueOcean have been working together, does any one particular moment or event stand out for you?
DJ: ‘Originally, most of our communication went through email and Skype which was a bit impersonal; therefore we arranged to meet in person with the then Betsoft Head of Sales at the Berlin Gaming Show in 2016. We introduced ourselves at the stand and then we went out together. It was a memorable dinner! Judging by our continuing success, we created a mutually supportive relationship from the start. This is something we still maintain as we normally meet regularly at gaming shows, iGaming awards and other events.
From a business point of view, we definitely appreciate the promotions we run together, particularly the personalised ones. These are very well received by our clients and reinforce how much we respect each other as partners.’
EK: Betsoft is renowned for its regular releases of quality games and this is set to continue. Which Betsoft game is your personal favourite and why?
DJ: ‘Correct. Betsoft has a really nice library of games and some outstanding titles. Also, new game releases come out regularly and we are always primed and ready to release them on the exact date of the official launch so we benefit from the great marketing.
Personally, the older, classic games stick in my memory the most. Titles such as Pinocchio, Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, Sugar Pop and Tiger’s Claw are just such great games. However, I would say that my favourite game is Good Girl Bad Girl. I remember that, at the time of release, this game was highly anticipated. It has some impressive features such as the option for players to choose their side and change the gameplay. I also recall that we recommended the game highly to all our clients at the time and the take up was very strong.’
Clearly long-term relationships benefit from trust, supportive structures and open channels of communication as well as co-ordinated and mutually beneficial direction. After five successful years working together, Betsoft and BlueOcean are very much anticpating many more to come, whatever the circumstances.
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- The 2025 PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC) Group Stage concluded yesterday, with six teams qualifying for the Grand Finals after an intense run of clashes
- Alpha Gaming dominated in Group Green, while DRX were at the top of the leaderboard for Group Red
- Sixteen teams from the Group Stage will now battle their way through the Last Chance Stage, where they’ll fight to secure a coveted spot in the Grand Finals
- With three slots left for the Grand Finals in Bangkok, time is running out for the remaining teams to vie for a share of the $3M prize pool
The Group Stage of the 2025 PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC) has come to a thrilling close, following six days of high-stakes competition. The top three teams from Group Green and Group Red have earned a one-way ticket to the Grand Finals, whilst the remaining 16 teams that ranked 4th – 11th from both groups are set to contend in the Last Chance Stage taking place from December 6th – 7th, in a final push for survival. With $3,000,000 up for grabs, the winning team at the Grand Finals in Bangkok will claim the lion’s share of the prize pool, along with the coveted title, making every match a battle for glory.
Day one of the Group Stage began with Group Green, kicking off with Inner Circle Esports making a strong statement with an early chicken dinner and an incredible 18 eliminations, setting the pace for the group. Day two saw continued strong performances from Alpha Gaming, Alter Ego, and Team GOAT, taking the top three spots respectively. On day three, Alpha Gaming demonstrated consistency throughout the day, with a 12-elimination victory providing a solid boost, allowing them to end the day in the top spot with 174 points. At the end of the Group Green matches, Alpha Gaming, Dplus, and Team GOAT secured their spot to advance directly to the Grand Finals, leaving the mid-pack teams to fight for survival in the Last Chance Stage.
Group Red matched the intensity, delivering three days of high-stakes matches and tactical play. Day one began with EArena from Thailand taking an early win with 65 points and one Chicken Dinner, signaling their intent to remain top of the rank. Day two featured unexpected twists, with Regnum Carya and Team Flash executing key plays to climb the leaderboard. Maintaining their status, South Korea’s DRX locked in a top-three finish on day three with five Chicken Dinners, joined by Regnum Carya and EArena, clinching direct passage to the Grand Finals.
The Last Chance stage of the 2025 PMGC will see 16 teams, made up of those that placed 4th – 11th from both groups of the Group Stage, go head-to-head in twelve points-based matches over two days. The top two teams in the final standings will secure the remaining slots in the Grand Finals, while the other 14 teams will be eliminated from the tournament. Every match will put everything on the line as teams battle for a final shot to contend in the most prestigious PUBG MOBILE Esports tournament of the year.
Teams heading to the Last Chance Stage:
- Team Flash
- Weibo Gaming
- Influence Rage
- Arcred
- Burmese Ghouls
- Alliance
- Geekay Esports
- Boars Gaming
- Wolves Esports
- Inner Circle
- Team Gen G
- Loops Esports
- Alter Ego
- Team Falcons
- Papara Supermassive
- Team 9ZG
2025 PMGC Key Dates
- PMGC Last Chance (December 6th – 7th)
- PMGC Grand Finals (December 12th – 14th)
As the pinnacle of the competitive season, the 2025 PMGC in Bangkok stands as the ultimate proving ground for the world’s top PUBG MOBILE Esports teams. This year marks a new chapter for the scene, uniting the 2025 PMGC with the 2025 PUBG Global Championship (PGC) under the groundbreaking banner of PUBG UNITED 2025. By ending the year with its most prestigious event, PUBG MOBILE Esports not only celebrates the year’s finest talent, but also sets a forward-looking momentum that will shape the competitive landscape of the year ahead.
For more information on the 2025 PMGC, fans can keep up to date on PUBG MOBILE Esports’ YouTube, Facebook and Twitch channels. For more PUBG MOBILE Esports news, stay tuned on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Youtube, and TikTok.
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PayRamnt-weight: 400;”> has launched its private stablecoin payment gateway for iGaming operators, gaming platforms, and affiliates that require fast, borderless, and censorship-resistant payments.
Built on the belief that payments should operate as freely as the internet itself, PayRam delivers decentralized PayFi infrastructure that allows iGaming businesses to accept and manage stablecoin payments through fully self-hosted infrastructure. Operators no longer rely on banks, custodians, or centralized processors to control their revenue.
In an industry plagued by frozen balances, chargebacks, delayed settlements, and compliance shutdowns, PayRam gives operators direct control over funds, payouts, and transaction infrastructure. Platforms retain ownership of their payment flow without platform risk. Operators can now accept private stablecoin deposits, launch without intermediaries, and expand globally on their own terms.
Stablecoins Are the Future of Global iGaming Payments
Stablecoins now drive the most significant transformation in payments in decades. With a market capitalization exceeding $300 billion, stablecoins now function as real-world settlement infrastructure rather than speculative assets. For iGaming businesses that operate across borders, stablecoins deliver instant payouts, low transaction costs, and continuous global liquidity.
Governments also continue to formalize regulatory frameworks. Initiatives such as the GENIUS Bill in the United States signal that stablecoins will soon function as foundational financial infrastructure for both traditional commerce and emerging agent-driven economies.
Yet most existing stablecoin fiat gateways still copy legacy banking structures. They custodian funds, over-monitor transactions, delay settlements, and restrict high-risk industries such as iGaming. Operators continue to face frozen balances, withheld profits, and sudden account closures.
Instead of decentralizing commerce, centralized processors reintroduce single points of failure. They strip merchants of privacy, predictability, and true ownership of funds.
PayRam removes these bottlenecks by allowing iGaming operators to deploy and operate their own self-hosted stablecoin payment nodes. This sovereign infrastructure restores payment autonomy, protects funds from blacklisting, enables private deposits, and eliminates third-party revenue risk.
Permissionless Commerce Underpinned By Privacy
PayRam embodies a mission to decentralize the global payments ecosystem. Its founder, Siddharth Menon, who previously co-founded WazirX, India’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, helped bring crypto to more than 15 million users. Today, he’s channeling that experience into building a decentralized PayFi layer engineered for privacy, autonomy, and self-custody.
“The future of payments is decentralized stablecoin payments. As the world moves beyond custodial systems, PayRam is building the foundation for permissionless commerce, where every merchant, creator, or platform can host and own their own payment infrastructure,” said Siddharth Menon, Founder of PayRam. “Just as Uniswap reimagined trading through decentralization, PayRam is reimagining how money moves across the internet.”
iGaming Operators Go Live in Minutes and Expand Into Underserved Regions
PayRam removes all onboarding friction. Operators need no approvals, no vetting, and no centralized onboarding process. Any business can deploy PayRam, configure it, and begin processing private stablecoin payments within 10 minutes.
This instant deployment allows operators to enter underserved and payment-restricted regions, unlock new player bases, and launch real-money gaming operations without waiting on banks, payment processors, or jurisdictional approvals.
PayRam is built as a merchant-first ecosystem, offering advanced accounting analytics, scalable APIs, and automated payments orchestration tools. It also arrives with integrated growth tools like referral and payout systems. Merchants and individuals can issue payment requests, share unique payment links, and monitor transactions through programmable APIs, all operated on infrastructure that users self-host and fully control. The built-in SmartSweep feature uses a family of smart contracts to move funds securely and periodically, eliminating the need to store private keys on servers.
PayRam supports stablecoin and cryptocurrency payments across major networks including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Base, and Tron, with integrations for Polygon, BNB Smart Chain, Solana, Ripple, Monero, and TON next in line.
“We’ve used several crypto payment providers over the years, including BTCPay Server, NOWPayments, and others, but PayRam stands out as truly open and built for the modern internet economy. It gives us full control over our payments and funds, along with stablecoin support, privacy, multi-chain flexibility, and faster global settlements,” said an iGaming operator using PayRam.
PayRam Prepares to Support Agentic Betting With Privacy and Automation
Agentic betting represents the next evolution of iGaming, where autonomous software agents will place bets, execute strategies, manage bankrolls, and settle wagers in real time without human intervention. These systems already power algorithmic trading in financial markets, and iGaming infrastructure now begins to move in the same direction.
Most existing betting and payment infrastructure cannot support this shift. Centralized processors expose transaction logic, restrict automated flows, and introduce settlement delays that break agent-driven wagering models at scale.
PayRam is actively adopting the foundational standards and infrastructure required to support agentic betting in the future. The platform is positioning itself as a privacy-first, decentralized payment layer that will allow autonomous betting systems to operate with:
- Private stablecoin deposits
- Real-time settlement logic
- Automated treasury and bankroll flows
- Programmable payout execution
- Full self-custody and non-custodial risk isolation
By preparing to adopt open standards such as x402 and ERC-8004, PayRam aims to support interoperable and intelligent payment flows between autonomous betting systems, sportsbooks, and gaming platforms when the agentic wagering ecosystem reaches production maturity.
Through this approach, PayRam is building the foundation for a future where payments are private, programmable, and permissionless.
About PayRam
PayRam is the world’s first self-hosted private stablecoin processor, giving merchants and individuals complete control over their payments stack. Built for the next era of permissionless commerce, it merges stablecoin payments with self-hosted infrastructure to enable borderless, censorship-resistant transactions.
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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
BGaming gets in the festive spirit with a Christmas take on its acclaimed casual hit, Aviamasters, with Aviamasters X-Mas. Santa and his sleigh replace the plane from the original title, with players watching as he flies through the air, collecting festive multipliers before hopefully landing on an ice floe to collect his prizes.
Stakelogic is spreading festive cheer this December with the release of Big Sugar Bonanza Xmas, a delicious sequel of the candy-coated hit, Big Sugar Bonanza. Launching on 1st December 2025, the new game transforms the Fluffkins’ sugary kingdom into a winter wonderland of treats and turbo-charged multipliers.
Million Games is bringing festive mayhem to the iGaming world with the launch of Rudolph’s Gone Rogue, a fast-paced Christmas slot where Santa’s most famous reindeer takes centre stage in a runaway holiday adventure. In this 5×3, 20-payline slot, Rudolph bolts into the night sky, dragging the rest of the herd with him and leaving a trail of chaos in his wake.
Spinomenal has unwrapped its new title Majestic Santa, signalling the start of the festive season. Spinomenal’s festive-inspired treat is a 5×3 slot that is bursting with Christmas imagery including red stockings, gingerbread men, and glistening golden bells.
Evoplay has launched Mega Greatest Catch: Blue Marlin, bringing the fearless fisherman Harry back to sea for his most exciting adventure yet. The latest instalment transports players to bright turquoise waters, where random scatters can trigger free spins, wilds appear unexpectedly, and the scatter respin feature offers a welcome second chance to enter the round.
Looking to unwrap longer sessions, stronger engagement and bigger revenues this Christmas? ICONIC21, in-demand iGaming content provider, just launched Sweet Royale Xmas ahead of the holiday season. Sweet Royale is one of the provider’s most popular slots to date and now returns in a Christmas edition decked with boughs of candy to allow operators to leverage the rise in slotting activity during the festive period.
Meet Nolimit City’s latest Crazy Ex-Girlfriend…the kind ex who would “accidentally” like your 2014 selfie at 3am and has a little voodoo doll named after you. Crazy Ex-Girlfriend has mapped out your every move and runs through a 2-4-4-4-4-2 layout across 6 reels.
It’s the most magical time of the year, but don’t expect a peaceful Christmas with the release of Realistic Games’ latest blockbuster slot, Wreckmas. The new 5×3, feature-packed slot brings toppled trees, tangled tinsel and chaotic carols to a family Christmas, along with the chance to hit a 5,000x max win.
Players can jingle their way to jackpot joy in Christmas MegapotsTM from Big Time Gaming. This festive slot brings Big Time Gaming’s legendary Megapots mechanic to life with seasonal sparkle, giving players the chance to unwrap Mini, Midi or Mega Jackpots with each spin.
Players are being commanded to raise the sails and brace themselves for a high seas adventure like no other in Captain WinBreaker, the latest swashbuckling slot from Northern Lights Gaming. This pirate-themed slot sees players take the helm of a ship bound for treasures and untold riches.
Amusnet has released 20 Burning Hot Buy Bonus, a sizzling twist on the classic fruit slot. Set across 5 reels and 3 lines, this game combines familiar symbols with modern mechanics for fast-paced spins, vibrant visuals and nonstop excitement.
SlotMatrix is embracing the holiday season with Santa’s Golden Christmas, a sparkling new slot packed with festive cheer, golden prizes, and heart-warming holiday magic. Set in a winter wonderland, the game brings players closer to the jolly gift-giver.
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. is thrilled to announce the exclusive launch of its brand-new, bespoke slot game, Spin O’Reely Grand Chance, in collaboration with long time partners bet365. Expanding bet365’s popular exclusive Irish-themed Spin O’Reely game series, the game will initially be available to players in the UK, Ontario, and New Jersey, with more markets to follow soon.
Play’n GO pits sun god Ra against serpent deity Apophis in Ra’s Reckoning, a mythic grid slot inspired by the celestial battles of ancient Egypt. Ra’s Reckoning brings players face to face with an age-old mythic struggle – the eternal duel between light and chaos.
Playson has unleashed a whirlwind of excitement with Tornado Power: Hold and Win, introducing a new Tornado Feature and enhanced payouts. The 3×4, 10 payline slot features immersive visuals with old-school charm, as the untamed gameplay is further enhanced by a new Tornado Feature
ELA Games announces the release of its latest title, Joker Jam, a bold visual addition to the studio’s growing portfolio of strategic yet aesthetic games. Set under the neon glow of a vibrant city, Joker Jam reimagines the classic Vegas aesthetic into a thrilling experience.
Just Slots has announced the exclusive launch of its newest title, Dynamo’s Show, available on Gamdom and Stake. A full network release will follow on 11 December 2025. This vibrant new slot transforms the classic Hold & Collect experience into a full theatrical performance
Spinomenal is celebrating the holiday season by inviting players for a festive journey with The North Star Express – Hold & Hit 3×3. Unfolding against a wintry backdrop, North Star Express arrives to present a fun, festive adventure as players race through snowy forests.
Belatra Games, the specialist online slots developer, has rolled out the red carpet to the Frozen Barrel Tavern to celebrate the festive season. Players are warmly welcomed into a cosy winter tavern that radiates holiday cheer and buzzes with Christmas chatter.
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