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Stakester launches NFT initiative giving gamers access to next level bonuses, privileges and royalties

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4 years ago

April 27, 2022

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Stakester, the entertainment app that matches gamers who want to play like-minded opponents for money and prizes, is launching Stakester VIP Cheat Codes, an NFT innovation that is designed to intensify the gaming experience across classic console, PC and mobile games.

Stakester has seen explosive growth since it launched in 2020 (100,000 members across 31 countries), its forthcoming NFT drop is the next iteration of the company’s growth strategy, elevating the idea of an NFT above being simply digital artwork by adding layers of gaming utility to the NFT itself.

“The NFTs embody Stakester’s vision of delivering electrifying gaming experiences through the thrill of competition. NFT holders will help us shape new, undreamt-of entertainment experiences as gaming becomes ever more powerful and immersive,” said Tom Fairey, Founder and CEO of Stakester.

Gamers that buy a Stakester VIP Cheat Code NFT will unlock big prizes (free subscriptions to streaming services like Spotify, designer headphones and even a Peleton bike), the option to play with and win larger sums of money, earn incremental revenue as the NFT project grows, and also access opportunities to influence the Stakester product roadmap.

Built on the Ethereum Blockchain, two levels of VIP Cheat Codes will be released in the NFT drop, VIP and VIP Legendary:

VIP Cheat Code acts as a pass for the Stakester app and bundles bonuses and privileges including the ability to compete for prizes up to $1000, access to VIP arenas and chat, exclusive mobile competitions, advanced notification of future NFT drops, and more. At launch there will be 9780 VIP Cheat Code NFTs at a cost of 0.1 ETH.
Legendary status Cheat Codes (the top-level pass) includes all of the benefits available in the VIP level plus higher deposit and withdrawal limits, priority access to live events. Legendary status Cheat Code NFTs are more rare. There will be 220 in the first mint with more to follow at a cost of 0.1 ETH.
Even more rare Genesis Cheat Code NFTs will also be available at the first drop with only 300 in total being minted at a cost 0.25 ETH.

All Genesis and Legendary NFT holders will get a 50% share of royalties from secondary market sales* and the opportunity to participate in the future direction of product updates.

The NFTs have been designed to look like ‘access all areas’ lanyards, with scraps of notepaper attached to them that display cheat codes from historic PlayStation, Nintendo, Xbox or PC games. The NFTs can also be displayed on the owner’s Stakester profile.

Tom Fairey, continues: “As well as the increase in gaming utility, the NFT drops provide Stakester users with a chance to invest in the future of the company and, for VIP Legendary holders, there’s also an opportunity to benefit from a royalty share from certain competitions and to make a passive income from NFTs, regardless of whether they go up in value or not. Stakester is one of the only platforms to offer this kind of bonus.”

Stakester’s VIP Cheat Code NFTs are also supported via its dedicated channel on Discord where members get to discuss gaming and express opinion on the advances that they would like to see in the Stakester app.

A VIP or VIP Legendary NFT will cost 0.1ETH. Gamers can register for your VIP Cheat Code NFT here: www.stakestervip .com

*Genesis and Legendary VIP Cheat Code NFT holders receive a 50% royalty share from the collection of sales from the secondary market as follows: 6% royalties will be taken from each sale, with 3% going to the Genesis and Legendary VIP Cheat Code NFT holders. The funds will be available quarterly and will be distributed via a Stakester crypto app which will be launched later this year.

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Blockchain.com Opens Malta Office to Anchor European Operations

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17 hours ago

March 31, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Blockchain.com announced the official opening of its Malta office, marking the next step in the company’s European expansion and its long-term commitment to building regulated digital asset infrastructure across the region.

The new office will serve as a strategic hub for Blockchain.com’s operations across Europe following the company securing its Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) license from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA). The license enables Blockchain.com to passport regulated crypto brokerage services across the European Economic Area under the EU’s first comprehensive digital asset regulatory framework.

“We didn’t pick Malta by accident. Malta has taken a thoughtful and forward-looking approach to digital asset regulation. At Blockchain.com, we’ve spent over a decade building a brand of trust and integrity, and we’re bringing that same professional-grade standard to users across Europe. This office represents our commitment to building trusted, compliant infrastructure for the crypto market,” said Nic Cary, Co-founder and Vice Chairman at Blockchain.com.

Blockchain.com’s Malta office will support a range of functions including regulatory engagement, operational development and retail client services across the European market. The company will soon launch its institutional business, partnering with some of the region’s leading licensed firms.

Blockchain.com operates in more than 70 jurisdictions worldwide. Since 2011, Blockchain.com has processed over $1.2 trillion in crypto transactions, created more than 90 million wallets and verified over 40 million users. As a global crypto brokerage, Blockchain.com provides individuals and institutions with secure access to digital assets while maintaining a strong commitment to compliance, transparency and security.

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SCCG Management Partners with Coinspaid to Support the Expansion of Blockchain Payment Infrastructure for Gaming Businesses

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2 weeks ago

March 19, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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SCCG Management, a global advisory firm serving the gaming industry, has entered into a strategic partnership with Coinspaid Solutions, a blockchain payments infrastructure provider, to support go-to-market efforts for crypto-enabled payment solutions across selected gaming markets.

Under the partnership, SCCG will support Coinspaid’s business development, strategic introductions and commercial expansion across gaming operators, platforms and technology providers. SCCG states that it works across iGaming, sports betting, tribal gaming and broader gaming technology, drawing on more than 30 years of industry experience.

Coinspaid’s infrastructure enables businesses to accept more than 20 stablecoins & other cryptocurrencies, automate conversion into 40+ fiat currencies, and manage payouts and treasury operations through a single infrastructure layer with API and plugin-based integrations. The company also states that it builds compliance into onboarding and payment flows, including AML/KYC/KYB controls, on-chain monitoring, MLRO oversight, ISO/IEC 27001 certification and independent audits.

The partnership will focus on helping licensed gaming businesses evaluate where crypto payments can improve settlement speed, expand payment optionality for cross-border audiences, and streamline payout workflows, subject to jurisdictional review, onboarding and applicable regulatory requirements in each market. Coinspaid also highlights rate lock at checkout, automatic fiat conversion and final settlement on eligible crypto payment flows.

“As gaming businesses continue to expand across markets, the demand for payment infrastructure that is both commercially effective and operationally resilient is only increasing,” said Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management. “Coinspaid Solutions brings together payments, payouts and compliance in a way that aligns with how many operators are thinking about growth today. We are pleased to support their expansion through our network across gaming and gaming technology.”

“At Coinspaid, we see sustainable growth in gaming as a combination of product capability, operational reliability and a compliance-first approach,” said Max Krupyshev, Co-founder of Coinspaid. “Our partnership with SCCG is designed to help businesses assess where stablecoin payments can add real value from player deposits and payouts to treasury operations, while keeping regulatory and risk considerations central to implementation.”

The partnership will also include coordinated business development and educational initiatives, including executive introductions, and educational content for operators and technology partners exploring blockchain payment infrastructure.

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Crypto Snack Unveils Five-Pillar Ecosystem Spanning Sports, RWA Tokenisation, iGaming, Consumer Rewards and Payments

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1 month ago

February 20, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Crypto Snack, the blockchain-based crypto infrastructure company behind the $SNACK token, has announced the full scope of its multi-vertical ecosystem — spanning a Premier League football partnership, institutional-grade real-world asset (RWA) tokenisation, licensed iGaming, a live consumer rewards platform and an integrated crypto wallet and payments app.

The announcement marks a strategic repositioning for the project, which has spent the past 18 months building infrastructure, securing partnerships and obtaining licences ahead of a coordinated 2026 launch across all five verticals.

“Most crypto projects pick one lane. We’ve built five — and every single one generates real revenue for the token. This isn’t a roadmap built on promises. The partnerships are signed, the licences are secured, and the technology is built. 2026 is about execution,” Stuart Morrison, CEO and Founder of Crypto Snack.

Premier League Partnership

Crypto Snack has secured a partnership with an English Premier League football club, making it the first project to process cryptocurrency payments for a PL club. The integration covers matchday ticket purchases, merchandise sales, LED stadium advertising, VIP hospitality packages, and Ticketmaster-integrated ticketing — with $SNACK enabled as a direct payment method.

The club name remains under embargo ahead of a formal joint announcement in the coming weeks.

Real-World Asset Tokenisation

Crypto Snack facilitated and represents the Alkemya Metacore Security Token Offering (STO), which is listing on a regulated tokenised securities exchange. The STO comprises 800 million tokens, with Crypto Snack holding a 3% allocation. Proceeds are received in USDT, with remaining tokens generating ongoing cash distributions.

The company is actively tokenising UK real estate, commodities, and securities at institutional scale, with projects valued at up to $1.5 billion.

Licensed iGaming

Snack Casino and Snack Bet — a fully licensed online casino and sportsbook — are scheduled to launch in 2026, operated by a strategic iGaming partner under a licensed agreement to use the Crypto Snack brand. All bonuses, rewards and referral incentives will be distributed exclusively in $SNACK tokens, creating a recurring demand mechanism for the token independent of speculative trading.

Live Consumer Rewards

Snack Rewards is already live in the US through a partnership with Affina Loyalty, offering cashback paid in $SNACK tokens across more than 2000 brands including Apple, Nike, IKEA and Uber. The merchant-funded model means brands fund the cashback directly, with Crypto Snack earning a 1% commission on every transaction. UK and European expansion is scheduled for Q3 2026.

Snack App and Wallet

The Snack App will serve as the central gateway to the entire ecosystem, featuring a built-in crypto wallet with virtual debit cards, buy/sell/trade functionality and unified access to all rewards and loyalty programmes. The app is designed for mainstream adoption, removing the technical barriers that typically prevent non-crypto users from entering the space.

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