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As the World’s First Metaverse Employer, Decentral Games Is Defining the Future of Work

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Few periods in history have altered the general public’s perception with regard to the future of work more profoundly than the last eighteen months.

After spending considerable time in isolation, perhaps it’s no wonder workers across the world have emerged from the pandemic having re-evaluated their professional passions, workplace preferences, and outlook for the future of their careers. Coincidentally, this once in a lifetime macroeconomic event has coincided with a key inflection point in the worlds of cryptocurrency and blockchain. For the first time in history, workers have been afforded the unique opportunity to pursue gainful employment in the most futuristic workplace known to humankind – the metaverse.

Decentral Games proudly bears the honor of becoming the world’s first metaverse employer. It’s an important and necessary responsibility we believe will bring a new wave of adoption and sense of community not only to our platform, but to the industry at large. As we’ve continued to scale headcount over the last year, our thesis for investing in new talent and helping to define the future of work has only grown stronger.

Despite having established careers prior to joining Decentral Games, new employees who join our ranks express feeling a call to become part of something bigger. “The job I had at the time was ten years in the making, an amazing place to work, and I wanted to leave it with every part of me…” Murphjestic, Decentral Games’ Community Manager recalls of leaving his Big 4 Accounting role. “I loved that job, so it wasn’t a matter of being unhappy with my employer. I had fallen in love with crypto, the metaverse, the potential and the amazing communities that were being forged.”

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Screen Shot 2021-07-27 at 11.23.17 PM...It’s a story we never get tired of hearing. Despite varying backgrounds, we’ve found motivated, adventure-seeking individuals at every turn who have felt driven to bring their collective decades of experience to Decentral Games without looking back. DG’s Events Manager, Adam for example, brings 20 years of entertainment industry experience to the table, and after traveling the world playing clubs as a DJ he found himself ready to apply these skills in a totally new capacity. “I started DJing in Florida, then playing clubs on the east coast of America and most recently playing venues all over South East Asia and landing in Italy.” he says. “I joined the Decentral Games team to provide versatile mixes, on board a dozen DJs, and grow high profile entertainment events.”
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It’s often the case that technological innovations come with a counterintuitive tradeoff, that despite being more connected than ever, the human element of community and working towards a common purpose is lost. As a team, we quickly realized that gaming and socializing in the metaverse was going to be an unfamiliar feeling for most – at least at first – so connecting with new users from the start and making them feel welcome was proving to be an especially important task. “The original idea was to have someone charismatic greet new users and play games with them so they aren’t alone.” GLHF (Kris), DG’s Casino Manager remembers. “That quickly blossomed into an elite, full-blown support system of 20+ Casino Host team members, most of which are working 8+ hour daily shifts, and can now answer almost any question and resolve issues for users, on the spot.”

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Most employees see immediate gratification and fulfillment in the work they’re performing due to their rapport-building with our customers, many of whom are awestruck navigating the metaverse for the very first time. “It reminds me how important it is to onboard complete strangers…” Casino Host, 100Rainbows said. “While a waiter will meet/greet patrons and aid them with the menu, a Decentral Games Host can help newcomers to walk/talk and teleport within the metaverse.”

These initial interactions additionally present an opportunity to introduce players to Decentral Games’ play-to-earn model, a unique system that allows both players and employees to acquire shared ownership in the platform the more they interact with it. Players place wagers and earn rewards via our proprietary $DG token, an asset simultaneously represents both a unit of account and fractional ownership. Through the $DG DAO, $DG token holders own the casino, control the profits, vote on new games and decide on feature proposals. The system allows customers to “be the house” and financially aligns the interests of our employees with our players, fostering a stronger sense of community not seen in the traditional gaming sector.

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Aside from the nature of their work, DG metaverse employees see the upside of completely remote work, a team-oriented environment, flexible hours, and opportunities to develop cutting-edge skills. “I can pick the hours that won’t affect my school work and also allow me to not miss any time with friends and family and that is something I’m extremely grateful for,” Ethan, a Casino Host says of his schedule. “In fact, I can work more than double the hours at DG than I’d be able to work elsewhere all from the comfort of my home.”

Above all, what keeps our talent executing day in and day out on Decentral Games’ bold vision for the future is the belief in limitless opportunity and potential. The world of cryptocurrency today is filled with genuine excitement, a feeling that is deeply reminiscent of the internet boom that captivated the world’s imagination in the early 2000’s. Similarly, before they made the leap to get involved, many of our employees were just crypto-enthusiasts looking to get a foot in the door of this game-changing industry. As the industry has evolved to support the immersive infrastructure of the metaverse, the new ecosystem has rapidly matured to the point of being considered the future frontier of work. Even amid the uncertainty of price fluctuations in crypto markets and short-term market uncertainty, the team is filled with conviction that cryptocurrency has the potential to ring in a brighter future for all who wish to participate in it. “The strange part is describing my work to people, it’s always a ‘Shut up, no way!’ moment if they are young or simply a confused look for people my parents age, Denzel, a Casino Host, says. “Nonetheless it turns heads and opens people’s eyes to the possibilities being created by blockchain technology.”

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World Curling and FeedConstruct announce strategic data and fan engagement partnership

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FeedConstruct is excited to announce a new partnership with the World Curling expanding its commitment to sports innovation and fan engagement worldwide.

The partnership will grant Exclusive International Betting Rights to FeedConstruct for the Pan Continental Curling Championships, European Curling Championships,
Women’s and Men’s World Curling Championships, and the World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship.

Leveraging FeedConstruct’s expertise, World Curling will be able to focus on integrity and fair play from these broadcast events while also increasing the fan engagement experience in a new and data rich manner.

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World Curling Commercial Strategy Lead, James Beatt said, “We are excited to begin our partnership with FeedConstruct. World Curling have been looking at new ways to engage fans around the world and we see this as an important stepping stone in the process. I look forward to working with Narek and the FeedConstruct team.”

“We’re thrilled to partner with the World Curling to bring the excitement of curling to a broader audience.” said FeedConstruct CEO, Narek Harutyunyan. “Through this partnership, we’re committed to enhancing fans’ connection to the sport. By covering Exclusive International Betting Rights, we aim to deliver an immersive experience that highlights the thrill of each championship, while supporting the highest standards of integrity in sports.”

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Ihor Zarechnyi leads Evoplay’s commercial strategy as new CCO

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Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has announced the promotion of Ihor Zarechnyi to Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), reflecting the company’s commitment to strengthening its growth strategy and expanding its global footprint.

Zarechnyi joined Evoplay in 2021 as Head of Sales, where he achieved outstanding results in the company’s global expansion with leading operator partners.

In January 2024, he was promoted to Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO), spearheading the implementation of the company’s growth plan and overseeing the development of new products. His leadership has been instrumental in driving Evoplay’s recent financial success and development in key markets.

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In his new role as CCO, Zarechnyi will oversee Evoplay’s commercial operations, leading market expansion initiatives, enhancing existing partnerships, and identifying new business opportunities.

His extensive experience and proven track record make him well-suited to guide Evoplay’s commercial strategy as the company continues to deliver innovative gaming experiences to players worldwide.

Ivan Kravchuk, CEO at Evoplay, said: “Ihor has been an integral part of Evoplay’s success, playing a pivotal role in expanding our commercial reach and building strong relationships with partners worldwide. His expertise, leadership, and vision make him the perfect fit for the role of Chief Commercial Officer.”

Ihor Zarechnyi, newly appointed CCO at Evoplay, added: “Having witnessed Evoplay’s development over the past few years, I am honoured to take on the role of Chief Commercial Officer at this vital time of expansion.

“We are keen to continue our upward trajectory by delivering fresh gaming experiences to more players than ever before, and I look forward to leading our commercial efforts as we continue to grow, innovate, and solidify our position as a market leader.”

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Sony’s INZONE Becomes Main Partner of VCT EMEA

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Sony’s gaming gear brand, INZONE, has become the Main Partner and the Official Gaming Display Partner of VCT EMEA for the next two years.

The gaming gear brand has previously supported the VCT as the Official Headset Partner and currently sponsors two VALORANT teams: Fnatic (EMEA) and ZETA DIVISION (APAC).

The deal will see INZONE equip the coach rooms, practice areas and co-stream rooms with top-of-the-range INZONE M10S OLED monitors, giving players, teams and broadcast partners the opportunity to use and test the equipment. In addition, fans attending the Riot Games Arena in Berlin will also get the chance to try out the monitors at the 1v1 station in the fanzone during VCT EMEA showdays.

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“INZONE has become a major player in the pro-gaming performance scene, so we’re delighted to bring them on board as a partner of VCT EMEA for the next two years. Their continued support of our esports scene and commitment to serving the evolving needs of the gaming community through cutting-edge technology makes this a truly exciting collaboration,” Daniel Ringland, Head of VALORANT Esports EMEA, said.

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