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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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DeGaming launches Web3 iGaming platform, names Ulle Skottling CEO

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1 week ago

May 26, 2026

Wladimir P.

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DeGaming has launched a Web3 iGaming platform and appointed Ulle Skottling as CEO, with the company positioning on-chain operations as a way to improve transparency across operators, affiliates and players.

The platform’s core product pitch is its proprietary “Glass Vault” technology, which DeGaming says provides real-time proof of funds and independently verifiable visibility of balances, transactions, and payouts.

DeGaming is also offering “Bankroll as a service,” routing transactions through its on-chain transaction engine to provide operators access to scalable liquidity for withdrawals and platform stability. The company said this is designed to reduce friction for operators trying to scale, while giving players visibility into the funds available on the platform.

The supplier said its unified platform combines game access, player account management (PAM) and reporting in a single blockchain-native operational engine. DeGaming added that operators can launch a customisable casino or sportsbook in “as little as two weeks,” including crypto and fiat deposits, automated payouts and a back-office.

Skottling joins as CEO to lead what DeGaming called its next phase. He has held senior roles at RAW iGaming, Videoslots and NetEnt. Skottling said: “The industry has evolved rapidly, but transparency and trust have not kept pace. It runs on what you can’t see, whereas we have built a platform that you can. We are challenging the model and defining the new standard for gaming infrastructure.

“Our Glass Vault technology gives operators, affiliates and players independently verifiable visibility into platform activity and funds in real time. The future of gaming will be built on openness, accountability and infrastructure that all participants genuinely trust.”

Emil Ahmed, co-founder of DeGaming, added: “Appointing Ulle as CEO is an important step in DeGaming’s next phase. We have built the platform around a clear belief that gaming needs more transparency, stronger infrastructure, and greater operational trust. Ulle brings the industry experience, commercial understanding, and leadership needed to take that vision to market and help operators launch with confidence.”

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Blockchain.com Opens Malta Office to Anchor European Operations

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2 months 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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3 months ago

March 19, 2026

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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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