Cryptocurrency
Crypto Bets Drop 14.6% While Ether Grows its Share: SOFTSWISS Sums up Ambiguous 2022
The unstable climate of the last year’s global developments has affected various business sectors related to cryptocurrencies. The iGaming industry was no exception. To predict the future for cryptocurrencies, it is first worth addressing and dealing with the outcomes of 2022. SOFTSWISS, a leading tech provider for iGaming, has analysed the past year’s data to share an expert crypto report with the industry.
A pioneer in crypto gambling with its Crypto Casino Solution and 10 years of market expertise, SOFTSWISS quarterly analyses the crypto market to share insights with the industry. The tech-savvy developer presents its newest report analysing the crypto results of 2022 versus 2021, based on the data from 700 clients of the Game Aggregator and the Casino Platform by SOFTSWISS.
2022 VS 2021
Despite the last year’s fluctuations on the crypto market, the total bets, including those in fiat money and digital coins, made on the supplier’s platform increased by 31% compared to 2021. The gross gaming revenue, that is the difference between the amount wagered and the amount won, also showed a growth of 36% YoY.
In Q2 2022, the total bets passed the 20 billion euro mark. The indicator continued to grow steadily each quarter until the end of 2022. The average total bets increased by 35% QoQ. In comparison with 2021, the quarterly average GGR increased 2.7 times, having reached 38% of growth.
Vitali Matsukevich, Chief Operating Officer at SOFTSWISS, comments: “The fact that we see an increasing number of new fiat projects does not diminish the power of the already established worldwide community of crypto players. They became a strong drive for iGaming operators to implement and expand payment methods supporting digital coins. iGaming tech providers will still be focused on developing new crypto-centric tools. For example, we’ve launched the In-Game Currency Conversion feature allowing the crypto audience to enjoy all available games through automatic conversion of digital coin bets into fiat wagers.”
FIAT VS CRYPTO
Compared to 2021, the overall amount of crypto bets decreased by 14.6% to 20.2 billion euro. The 3.5 billion euro drop on the crypto side influenced the fiat share growth. By the end of 2022, the total fiat bets accounted for 76% of the total player bets.
MOST USED DIGITAL COINS
Despite dropping over 60% in price in 2022, Bitcoin is still in the lead, accounting for 72.7% of the total crypto bets. At the same time, this digital coin has lost 7.4 p.p. since 2021. Ethereum has improved its popularity among players, gaining 3.7 p.p.
Reviewing 2022, the top 3 most used cryptocurrencies are:
- Bitcoin – 72.7%
- Ethereum – 13.6%
- Litecoin – 5.5%
The detailed breakdown, including DOG, USDT, and BCH, is available in the report.
Vitali Matsukevich, Chief Operating Officer at SOFTSWISS, summarises: “As opposed to 2021, which was rewarding for digital currencies and NFTs, 2022 has not brought similar results. We are optimistic about 2023 and confident that players won’t stop choosing crypto because of its transaction speed, anonymity, and decentralised nature. Despite all digital coin fluctuations, crypto has already gained a significant share among players and operators and has become an integral part of the market. For this reason, SOFTSWISS is continuing to strengthen its partners’ projects, whether fiat or crypto, with new innovative tools and solutions, providing operators with security, reliability and top-level service.”
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international iGaming company supplying certified software solutions for managing gambling operations. The expert team, which counts 1,500+ employees, is based in Malta, Poland, Georgia, and Belarus. 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.
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$SCOR
BetOnline.ag Integrates $SCOR, the Premier Crypto Token of the Pro Sports Industry, Ahead of Super Bowl
BetOnline.ag, a preeminent global online sportsbook, casino and poker platform, announced a strategic partnership with Sweet to integrate $SCOR as a newly supported cryptocurrency.
$SCOR, the native token powering verified fan identity and rewards across major professional sports, is now available for deposits and withdrawals within the BetOnline cashier, just in time for Super Bowl Sunday on February 8.
This integration establishes a direct utility lane for the $SCOR, allowing fans to use tokens — earned through engagement in officially licensed sports games or purchased on exchanges — for real-world gameplay on a leading gaming platform.
For BetOnline, the partnership represents a strategic entry point into the burgeoning world of on-chain sports fandom, connecting the platform with high-value, verified fan liquidity.
“We are constantly evolving to meet our players where they are, and that now includes the intersection of sports fandom, gaming and blockchain. $SCOR isn’t just another cryptocurrency…it’s the premier token of the sports industry. This partnership allows us to directly engage with a new generation of sports fans who value real-world gameplay, verifiable achievements and interoperable rewards,” said Eddie Robbins III, CEO of BetOnline.ag.
$SCOR functions as the on-chain layer for fan identity, verifiable engagement and portable rewards across Sweet’s network of major professional sports IP partners that boast officially licensed sports-themed web3 PvP and mini games.
By accepting $SCOR, BetOnline gains a direct connection to verified fan activity from SCOR’s ecosystem of major professional sports IP partners, introducing a high-value audience of competitive sports fans and crypto-savvy players.
To celebrate the launch, BetOnline will offer exclusive deposit perks for $SCOR users, including free-play credits and casino spins for qualifying deposits. Future community activations are planned, featuring token-gated private poker and casino tournaments for verified $SCOR holders, with prizes awarded in both $SCOR and cash.
“We built $SCOR to bridge the passion of sports fandom with tangible utility and value. BetOnline’s integration is a landmark moment, turning fan-earned $SCOR into a key for premium gaming experiences. This partnership validates our vision of a reward-first portable fan identity,” Sweet EVP of Global Partnerships Betsy Proctor said.
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Crypto Turnkey
GR8 Tech Delivers 1.6× Higher Deposit Conversion and 3× Reduction in Transaction Costs for Crypto Turnkey Clients
Unlock Your Crypto Advantage at ICE Barcelona 2026
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Acebet
Golden Frog Launches Acebet, a Next-Gen Crypto Gaming Platform
Golden Frog has launched Acebet, an online crypto gaming platform built on advanced blockchain infrastructure. Acebet delivers a seamless blend of casino action, sports betting, and innovative digital features in one unified ecosystem.
With intuitive navigation, fast onboarding, and seamless gameplay, Acebet prioritises ease of use above everything. Fast deposits, quick loading, and responsive support ensure a smooth user experience. Acebet also introduces Chat Rain, a social feature that randomly drops crypto rewards to active users in the chat, fostering a lively, community-driven gaming atmosphere.
Golden Frog says that Acebet reflects the evolving expectations of online players. The company explains that Acebet was developed to reflect the evolving expectations of digital users who value speed, security, global accessibility, and transparency. According to Golden Frog, Acebet demonstrates the company’s vision of merging high-level technology with a user-centred gaming experience.
Acebet launches with more than 2000 casino titles, including slots, table games, card games, and exclusive in-house content. The platform includes modern video slots, classic reel games, table games, card variations, and exclusive in-house content crafted to meet the expectations of both casual users and experienced players.
This broad portfolio ensures that new users immediately find familiar favorites while long-term players can continue discovering fresh experiences. The platform also features Acebet Originals, offering unique games that many competitors don’t provide.
Acebet integrates provably fair technology, allowing players to verify game outcomes using cryptographic hash seeds independently. This creates a fully transparent environment where fairness is not only promised but demonstrable and auditable.
Through its live casino features, Acebet brings professional dealers, real-time interaction, and high-definition streaming together in a refined digital environment. The live casino brings professional dealers, real-time interaction, and high-definition streams in a digital environment inspired by physical casino play.
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