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Lower Deposit Limits for Swedish Players
Covid-19 has been the culprit of many restrictions over the last two years – gambling in Sweden is one of them. Weekly deposits at online casinos were capped at SEK 5,000 from June 2020 to November 2021 in an attempt to control online gambling. While this was originally supposed to be a short-term measure, the cap was repeatedly extended due to the high Covid-19 numbers.
The increase of Omicron cases has caused the Swedish government to rethink the relaxation of gambling restrictions. On the 4th of January 2022, Sweden’s Minister for Social Security Ardalan Shekarabi, announced that Swedish players will only be able to deposit SEK 4,000 a week – an even lower amount than the original measure. This regulation will be enforced from the 7th of February 2022 until the 30th of June 2022. The government believes this will control gambling, stating that the pandemic is increasing the risk of problematic gambling due to quarantine and lockdowns.
Online casinos will still need to limit their welcome bonuses to SEK 100 and physical slot machines will have a new loss limit of SEK 4,000. Players will also have to set daily, weekly, and monthly limits. They must also record the time they are logged into their casino account.
To prevent players from finding loopholes, operators will have 96 hours to contact players when they set higher limits to control maximum spending and deposits.
All these measures are designed to complement the other Covid-19 restrictions. Swedish citizens are required to work from home, need a valid vaccination certificate to attend mass events, and are not allowed to congregate in groups of more than eight people.
Budget and debt counselors are reporting an increase in citizens suffering from financial issues due to problematic gambling. This could be due to the fact that many Swedish citizens have lost their income or are experiencing financial hardship as a result of the pandemic, thus trying to find a solution through online gambling.
Spelinspektionen did not oppose to these new measures. However, the gambling authority is concerned about their introduction. It claims that it is still to early to know if the spike in Omicron cases had an impact on gamblers. Spelinspektionen also pointed out that it is extremely difficult, if not impossible, to enforce the SEK 4,000 cap across all online casino operators in Sweden.
Furthermore, these measures prevent online casinos from identifying problematic gaming as players can still open accounts at different unlicensed casinos, as stated by Gustaf Hoffstedt, Branscheforenigen for Onlinespel (BOS) Secretary-General. He urged the government to reconsider its decision and to put consumer protection first.
Looking at other EU states, Finland will be introducing payment blockings for online casinos in 2023. This will prevent Finnish players from accessing new Finnish online casinos as they will not be able to use the payment service providers (PSP) available. Opposing views criticized this, asking the government to regulate online gambling in Finland rather than restricting players to Finnish-only online casinos.
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Stats Widgets Introducing H2H Widget for Land-Based Terminals
FeedConstruct’s Stats Widgets is excited to introduce its new type of H2H widget for Land-Based terminals, designed to enhance user interaction and interface. This widget simplifies the presentation of head-to-head (H2H) data, providing deep insights into team performances with its non-clickable and screen-optimized design.
The H2H widget showcases detailed analysis across various metrics, including team performances, H2H comparison data, and recent match results. Here is the data you can find in this widget:
· H2H Comparison Data: Detailed comparisons between two teams, including historical matchups and relevant statistics.
· Team Performances: Highlighting the recent form and efficiency of both teams.
· Last 5 Matches: Reviewing the outcomes of the last five matches of the teams.
· Current Standings: Quick reference to the teams’ positions in the current league.
The widget is a ready-to-go solution, with easy iFrame integration into the sportsbook, and individual branding to reflect a personalized touch. The introduction of the new type of H2H widget makes a big step forward in simplifying the sports data presentation for the Land-Based terminals, thus enhancing the user experience and supporting our partners.
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Slotsjudge Expands Its Presence on Discord and Kick
It has been announced that Slotsjudge has expanded its presence by launching on new digital platforms, including Kick and Discord. The expansion will allow the team behind the brand to reach a wider audience for valuable reviews and insights. By introducing Kick video live streaming and a social Discord server, Slotsjudge aims to foster its vibrant community and provide even more interactive ways for users to discuss and engage with their insights, reviews and recommendations.
Details of the Expansion
Slotsjudge on Kick
The video live-streaming service from Kick offers a myriad of streaming topics and interactive features. It allows users to engage with Slotsjudge streamers in real-time through chat discussions and polls. By bolstering its digital platform expansion with Kick, Slotsjudge can create a dynamic and immersive streaming experience with community engagement and interaction at the forefront.
Slotsjudge’s Discord Server
Discord is a versatile communication platform that provides users with seamless cross-device syncing. By joining the Slotsjudge Discord community, users can benefit from in-built game streaming capabilities, and a wide range of chat and voice features for collaboration and community engagement within the iGaming industry. Additionally, the Discord community from Slotsjudge provides a streamlined platform for content sharing and community support, while maintaining a focus on creating a welcoming environment without promoting iGaming activities.
Impact and Expectations
For the iGaming Entertainment Community
With its new digital platform expansion, Slotsjudge brings a host of mutual benefits to the community. These include enhanced access to information and increased opportunities for engagement. Ultimately, it broadens the platform and reaches for shared experiences, strengthening the bond between players and creating a thriving iGaming community.
Future Directions
Leveraging the community foundations already established, Slotsjudge’s Kick and Discord channels are poised to build upon previous successes and bring even more engagement and enjoyment to users. They will foster a thriving community that continuously evolves and adapts to meet the needs and interests of its members.
Closing Remarks
With the expansion onto Kick and Discord, Slotsjudge aims to bring more fun and interaction to the experience. It is consistently creating spaces where like-minded users can easily connect, engage, and interact with one another, fostering a vibrant and dynamic community.
Pauls Spakovskis, live streamer and game expert at Slotsjudge commented:
“This is amazing news as Discord is the number one community hub to have and where I and Krista can interact with everyone interested in and about Slotsjudge. And streaming on Kick was just a question of time – fast growing streamer-friendly platform where we can build an even bigger community!”
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Play with the Ugliest, Quirkiest Pets Around in Stakelogic’s Fugly Pets
Get your eyes ready because it’s time to take a trip to the pet centre to meet the ugliest, quirkiest, wildest-looking pets you’ve ever seen in the brand new slot, Fugly Pets, from Stakelogic.
Fugly Pets takes players to a banged-up old pet store to explore its collection of weird and charming, downright ugly pets. Meet a scruffy parrot, a catnip crazed kitty, and an unfortunate-looking little dog.
The slot uses a 5×5 grid with 3,125 ways to win on each spin and is packed with a plethora of unique and exciting bonus features.
Landing Bonus symbols trigger up to 15 Free Spins! Keep your eyes peeled for symbol multipliers of up to 64x landing on any spin. What’s more, these become persistent during the Free Spins, only adding to the game’s huge winning potential.
Roadkill might spell bad news for these fugly-looking creatures, but it is a great thing for players! The Roadkill symbol lands on reel five and will remain inactive until no cascades are possible. The Roadkill symbol then moves across the reels, destroying everything its path or turning it into Wilds.
Fugly Pets is a Stakelogic slot, so there is always something a little extra. If you thought those animals were ugly in regular size, wait until they land in super-size! Super Symbols can land in 2×2, 3×3, or 4×4, allowing players to win big!
Speaking of big wins, players can grab wins of up to 5,000x their stake in this slot, with RTP models up to 96% available.
Daniela Fricchione, Head of Account Management at Stakelogic, said: One thing we love to do at Stakelogic is to play with player expectations. When you think of a pet-themed slot, you imagine something cute and cuddly. Well, we’ve taken that rulebook and fed it to the dogs, putting a fresh spin on the genre with Fugly Pets.
It’s not just the theme that is unconventional, either. The game is jam-packed with special features, with the Roadkill bonus and Super Symbols really helping the slot stand out from the pack.
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