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State Duma Member Mikhail Degtyarev Wants Bookmakers to Pay More on Youth Sports

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Mikhail Degtyarev, the Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Physical Culture, Sports, Tourism and Youth Affairs, has announced that the amount of money paid by bookmakers for the development of youth sports needs to be increased.

“We are facing the issue of a fair distribution of deductions made by bookmakers. In my opinion, 20% for youth sports is not enough. By adopting the law in such proportions, we expected to interest leagues, federations and business structures to cooperate, to integrate into this process. However, it is necessary to gradually revise this proportion in favor of increasing the share of deductions for the development of youth sports,” Degtyarev said.

The announcement was made during the round table “Sports and Gambling,” which was held on October 14. The event was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Finance of Russia, the Federal Tax Service and bookmaker associations.

Now, bookmakers deduct 5% of the income for the development of sports. Of these funds, 20% should go to the development of youth sports, and 80% go to support professional sports. In practice, the law allows the bookmakers to choose the direction of the targeted deductions themselves.

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Making an Impact: Slammer Studios Debuts “Magawa vs Mines”

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Introducing Magawa vs Mines, the debut game from Slammer Studios – a fresh new player in the industry. With the launch of this vibrant 7×7 slot, the studio is kicking things off in style.

Inspired by the legendary Magawa, a rat whose life-saving landmine detection skills have earned worldwide acclaim, this game pays tribute to this incredible hero. With Magawa vs Mines, players get to honour the courage of an extraordinary rat, reliving his daring missions through high-energy gameplay.

You’ll join forces with Magawa on his latest life-saving mission, spinning the reels to reveal the remarkable rat at work. But it’s the flurry of features where things get truly explosive.

For example, there’s the Rat Run – launched by landing a Rat Wild and Mystery Mine on the reels. When this is triggered, Rat Wilds run to the nearest Mystery Mines and set off the Mystery Reveal feature. Base Game Mines are also triggered via the Rat Run, revealing mystery symbols on the grid. You can buy a bonus too, helping you scuttle towards success even quicker.

Don’t forget to try and set off the Chain Reaction, which is randomly triggered after Mystery Reveals or winning combinations. This in turn triggers extra Mystery Mines, creating more space for more winning symbols and leading to — yep, you guessed it — a chain reaction of big wins!

There’s Free Games too, triggered by revealing three Scatters or more on the reels. When these games are on the go, Mystery Mines turn golden with multipliers attached… the perfect way to help you win up to 20,000x your bet.

Get ready to join the adventure when Magawa vs Mines launches on November 28, 2024. This exciting debut from Slammer Studios is set to bring impactful gaming to players everywhere. Don’t miss your chance to dive into the action and experience the bravery of Magawa first-hand!

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The Rise of Gamified Online Casinos in Romania: Engaging New Players in 2025

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Online casino gamification is the name for introducing some elements from video games, for instance, achievements, levels, leaderboards, and quests, into the online gambling world. It’s all about changing the casino experience to one that keeps the players engaged and provides them with palms to play for and hit new milestones.
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With online gaming on the rise, casinos have long become more than just establishments where you can find slots or card games. Gamification has arrived in the online casinos in Romania in 2025, inviting players to enter the world of online casinos and thus experience endless programs and themes, all perfectly combined with their casino platforms. This changing landscape is revamping the casino market, bringing in a whole new type of player in search of something more than a game. With social, competitive and interactive features being added to their platforms, online casinos are involving their players in brand new and exciting ways.

So, What is Online Casino Gamification?

Online casino gamification is the name for introducing some elements from video games, for instance, achievements, levels, leaderboards, and quests, into the online gambling world. It’s all about changing the casino experience to one that keeps the players engaged and provides them with palms to play for and hit new milestones. So, for example, instead of just placing bets on games, players could work through a series of missions or challenges, such as early exit processes, or earn rewards, like badges or unlock bonus rounds. By gamifying the entire experience, it turns that casino from a simple transaction into a journey and allows for added excitement and motivation to play.

How is Romania Reacting to Gamification?

Gamification is something that Romanian online casinos are adapting quite rapidly in an effort to acquire younger or, rather, already accustomed to gaming elements users. The trend of this kind is quite an attractive one for the millennial and Gen Z players, who tend to expect the more interactive and social forms of gaming. Players can now connect, compete, and share their progress — via leaderboards and social elements. For this reason, gamified casinos create a feeling of community so online gambling no longer has to just be solitary, but it has to be social.

However, players interested in exploring gamified experiences should only try the top casino sites online. The higher the ratings and reviews a site has, the higher the level of security, fairness, and user experience a site has. They deliver detailed insights into reputable and high quality online casinos that players can make use of before gamified gaming options flooded our screens. As well, top casino sites are more likely to offer features such as gamified games, guaranteeing that players will enjoy themselves during their visit.

The Working of Gamification in Romanian Online Casinos

Gamification in online casinos and iGaming comprises elements to engage the players more. Some of the most popular gamification features include:

Levels and Progression Systems: The Ranking Levels are based on how many games you play or maybe specific achievements you have done. The higher someone gets on the levels, the more they unlock new rewards, including bonus spins, higher betting limits or more exclusive games. The progression system ensures that players stay interested, as each new level marks progress and includes new rewards.

Quests and Missions: Quests bring a little bit of adventure to the casino experience. The missions involve things like doing a certain number of spins on a slot game in order to achieve it or reaching a series of hands in blackjack. Beyond regular gameplay, these quests have the players earning rewards, adding another level of excitement and challenge.

Leaderboards and Tournaments: It also has competitive elements (leaderboards, tournaments) to compete with other players for prizes. For example, a casino may run a weekly slot tournament in which the players with the highest winnings during the past week reach the top of the leaderboard. This format creates competition and keeps players playing as they desire to win cash prizes or bonuses.

Avatars and Personalization: Casinos gamified, for instance, will allow you to create your custom avatar and customize your profile. Players can get items, badges, or special icons by completing missions or leveling up so as to personalize their accounts. The result makes players feel more connected to the game.

Reward-Based Achievements: Achievements serve as mini milestones, whether it will be “First Big Win” or “100 Spins Completed.” A player is awarded for each achievement, usually those are tokens, bonus rounds, or exclusive perks. Playing turns from only betting to achieving, emphasizing achievements shifts the focus which makes each session more enjoyable.

Why Will Romanian Players In 2025 Like Gamification?

That’s why gamification appeals, as it turns online casinos from games of chance into something more. Platforms that bring more unique experiences, which also means extra layers of entertainment and engagement are appealing to Romanian players. Casinos that are gamified add more adventure as well as the purpose of increasing gaming.

Plus, social features, such as its integration, appeal to players who want to feel a part of a community. Social features let them see how they stack up to other users, who can connect with friends and play tournaments. The social dimension of this online activity mirrors video gaming in this respect and is more likely to attract younger players in search of more community driven experiences.

Also, gamification means more player retention for online casinos. Casinos provide continuous goals and rewards for frequent, long–term reward cycles that are punctuated by challenges and quests with successful progress leading to rewards. Therefore, users keep playing, resulting in longer playing times and a more loyal stream of customers.

Future of Gamified Online Casinos in Romania

By 2025, gamification will become yet another part of the online casino experience in Romania. Thanks to technological advances, artificial intelligence will surely be used to create personalized game journeys and augmented reality will bring interactive, realistic casino games with their help. Such evolution of gamified online casinos is likely to set a new standard of uniqueness, unmatched by anything else, and will definitely be in great demand among modern casino players.

Online casinos are also likely to expand gamified elements, adding new quests, seasonal events, and challenges to make the experience fresh. When the competition begins growing, Romanian online casinos will start to stand out; trying to introduce more and more original and entertaining features in order to attract players.

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Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – November 11-17

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Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.

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Golden Entertainment Inc. reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30. The Company reported third quarter revenue of $161.2 million, net income of $5.2 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $34.0 million. In addition, on November 5, the Company’s Board of Directors authorised the Company’s recurring quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share of the Company’s outstanding common stock payable on January 7, 2025 to shareholders of record as of December 20, 2024.

Snoqualmie Casino has announced its rebranding to Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel, reflecting an exciting new chapter in the venue’s history as it embarks on a much-anticipated expansion. Set for completion in mid-2025, this project promises to elevate the guest experience, making Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel a premier destination for entertainment, relaxation and culinary excellence. The cornerstone of the expansion is the construction of a luxurious hotel, which will offer guests unparalleled comfort and stunning views of the Snoqualmie Valley and Mount Si.

Galaxy Gaming Inc., the world’s largest independent developer and distributor of casino table games and technology announced, at a special meeting of its stockholders held on November 12, 2024 (the Special Meeting), Galaxy Gaming stockholders voted to approve the Company’s acquisition by Evolution Malta Holding Limited (Evolution), Evolution AB (publ)’s wholly owned subsidiary. Galaxy Gaming will file a Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reporting the final voting results of the Special Meeting.

Caesars Virginia has announced that its highly anticipated opening date will be Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. The resort will welcome its first guests beginning at noon. Additional details on the opening festivities will be announced at a later date. Caesars Virginia is a 587,000 square foot casino resort with more than 90,000 square feet of gaming space.

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NGX has entered into a strategic partnership with Sportradar, a global leader in sports integrity solutions, which collaborates with more than 180 sports federations and leagues. The agreement aims to support the Brazilian football federations of Rio Grande do Sul, Paraná and Pará, providing detailed reports to ensure the integrity of sporting events and combat fraud.

EvenBet Gaming has announced the launch of its advanced poker solutions in partnership with JugaMax, one of the largest and most respected casino operators in Paraguay. This strategic collaboration marks EvenBet’s debut in the Paraguayan iGaming market, solidifying the company’s expansion within Latin America. The newly established partnership enables the integration of EvenBet Gaming’s poker offering on the JugaMax platform.

Jackpocket, the leading lottery app in the US, and Barstool Sports announced a new collaboration naming Jackpocket as the “Exclusive & Official Digital Lottery Partner of Barstool Sports”. The deal with Barstool follows Jackpocket’s parent company, DraftKings, announcing a similar agreement with the media company in February 2024. This collaboration centers around the integration of Jackpocket in Barstool’s content. Fans can participate in the lottery alongside some of Barstool’s biggest names such as Dave Portnoy, Big Cat & PFT from Pardon My Take – the leading sports podcast in America, Wallo & Gillie from Million Dollaz Worth of Game and more.

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