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Soulbound Relaunches its Platform with Prediction Market Feature as Industry Grows 565%
Soulbound.gg, a decentralised streaming platform, has relaunched with a new design and interactive features, including real-time betting on live content.
With this relaunch, Soulbound is integrating StreamFi and GambleFi, which will redefine how content is monetised on live-streaming platforms. Traditional Web2 sites like Twitch or YouTube don’t offer an equal playing field for content creators. Monetisation takes a long time, as streamers have to cross a certain threshold of followers or views to start earning. However, Soulbound allows monetisation in real time. Streamers can start earning from day one, as the platform pays in its native token, Soulbucks (SBX), based on views, interactions and other engagement metrics.
On the other hand, the integration of GambleFi will add a new level of engagement in live-streaming. Viewers will be able to place bets on Soulbound on in-stream events—like predicting a player’s next move or the outcome of live matches. This creates a transparent streaming ecosystem where even viewers have potential reward opportunities for their engagement.
Soulbound will leverage decentralised oracles to ensure the accuracy of betting predictions and use smart contracts to manage payouts. This will allow viewers to access and withdraw their payouts instantly without any unnecessary fees or wait times.
The live-streaming market has been expanding rapidly and it’s one of the primary content types resonating with the Gen-Z population. The market is projected to reach $372.90 billion by 2030 at a current CAGR of 23%, and the inclusion of prediction markets represents a significant step towards creating a more engaging viewer experience. Models like GambleFi, which rewards users for their engagement, will prompt viewers to stick to specific platforms rather than move across different sources of entertainment.
The growing influence of prediction markets has become evident across different sectors. They’ve become more popular recently due to the US election season. Polymarket, which holds 99% of the decentralised prediction market as of September 2024, reported $1 billion in bets surrounding the 2024 presidential elections.
Casey Grooms, Co-Founder of Soulbound, said: “The surge in prediction market activity is undeniable. Recent data shows a 565.4% growth in Q3 alone, with betting volume increasing by 713%. Soulbound’s integration of prediction markets through GambleFi taps into this expanding market while offering creators and viewers a new level of interactivity.”
Soulbound also plans to introduce a Telegram dApp later this year. Telegram has been the most popular platform in recent months for launching decentralised mini-apps. It’s the most accessible medium to reach a large audience, as the messaging app currently has over 800 million active users.
Also, with integrations like Bot API and Wallet API, Telegram is currently the most optimal gateway for blockchain projects to easily access a global, decentralised audience. This will allow Soulbound users to dive into real-time predictions and interactions on the go.
For creators, this mobile integration offers a seamless way to grow their audiences and interact with fans through a decentralised app, extending their reach beyond traditional platforms. Developers also benefit from increased user acquisition and engagement as Soulbound’s prediction markets and gamified features keep viewers involved for longer periods.
Soulbound’s relaunch builds on a year of strong momentum, having raised $4 million in total funding, with a significant portion secured in August 2024. Supported by prominent investors like Animoca Brands, NGC Ventures and Big Brain Holdings, Soulbound is positioning itself as a decentralised content powerhouse. With instant creator monetisation, interactive prediction markets and new mobile-friendly decentralised features, Soulbound is redefining the landscape beyond traditional Web2 platforms.
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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
Tom Horn Gaming is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest Hold & Win slot game, Majestic Coins. This high-volatility 3×3 slot takes players on a winning quest, where shimmering coins, respins, and grand jackpots lead to massive wins. Set against a sleek black 3×3 reel grid with 5 win lines, Majestic Coins offers classic slot excitement with a modern twist.
Candy Links Bonanza 2 is the newest slot game from Stakelogic, inviting you to wander through magical realms filled with delightfully sweet treats. Amidst this charming backdrop, two 5×5 grids are placed side by side. The grid on the right is where all the gameplay unfolds, while the other grid collects coins. Forming lines of coins wins their values and activates the powerful Wheels of Fortune!
Step into a world where opulence meets nature in Zillion’s latest release, Royal Crown Fruits – a dazzling slot experience filled with vibrant fruit symbols, golden crowns, and thrilling rewards. With 20 winning lines, the game blends classic charm with modern excitement, offering players a chance to strike royal-sized wins.
Big Time Gaming is back with its most exhilarating instalment yet. Max Megaways III invites players to gear up and embark on a high-stakes Arctic mission that’s shaken, stirred, and loaded with epic rewards. In this 6-reel Megaways™ slot, players get up to 117,649 ways to win, and that’s just the start of the action. Armed with MegaDozer™ mechanics, Free Spins, and a treasure trove of bonuses, Max Megaways III is set to deliver edge-of-your-seat excitement like never before.
Play’n GO delves into the mysteries of ancient Egypt with the release of Myth of Dead, a visually stunning slot that combines engaging gameplay with the allure of legendary treasures. This 5-reel, 3-row game with 10 paylines offers a captivating journey into a world ruled by powerful deities and golden riches.
Belatra Games, the specialist online slots developer, has released Blast the Bass, a brand new title that immerses players into an adventure on the open seas. Set out in the deep ocean, Blast the Bass brings together engaging mechanics, big bonus features and fun graphics that entertain players on every spin. A salty old skipper acts as the Wild symbol and will substitute for all regular symbols to combine for winning lines.
Push Gaming has launched Mad Blast, a volatile, multiplier-focused, pay-anywhere game that builds crazy robots along with wild winnings. Set in the workshop of the Mad Tinkerer, quirky, colourful bomb symbols populate the reels, with eight or more required to award a win. Winning symbols are removed from play, and the cascade of replacement icons allows subsequent wins to be formed.
Relax Gaming has revealed Glyph of Gods, an Egyptian-themed slot where hieroglyphs hold the key to wins. Bringing a fresh take on the much-loved Egyptian theme, this game features Glyph Positions which allow for Wild, Bonus, and Glyph symbols to land in dedicated spots, opening up multiple opportunities for big winning moments.
Blueprint Gaming returns in style with Big Catch Even Bigger Bass, offering a plethora of modifiers to maximise players’ winning potential. After years of success with its iconic Fishin’ Frenzy™ series, Blueprint has moved from the ocean to a picturesque lake where a bait box of aquatic symbols take their place on the 6×4, 4,096 win matrix, nestled in a mountainous landscape.
Amusnet announces the exclusive launch of 20 Wild Goals at Betano in Romania from February 20th to March 24th, 2025. 20 Wild Goals is a 5-reel video slot set in a stadium environment, offering 20 paylines. The Wild symbol, represented by a ball, expands to cover the entire reel, boosting the potential for higher wins. The tumbling reel feature adds a layer of excitement by removing winning combinations and increasing multipliers with each subsequent spin.
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Amusnet announces the exclusive launch of 20 Wild Goals at Betano in Romania from February 20th to March 24th, 2025. This collaboration further strengthens the company’s long-term partnership with the operator and reflects Amusnet’s focus on providing localized gaming solutions to meet the needs of the Romanian market.
“With a clear focus on delivering localized, high-quality content, we continue to foster our mutually beneficial collaboration with Betano. By providing tailored gaming experiences, we ensure both Amusnet and our partners drive growth, meet player expectations, and strengthen our collective presence in the region,” said Andreea Popa, Commercial Manager at Amusnet Romania.
20 Wild Goals is a 5-reel video slot set in a stadium environment, offering 20 paylines. The Wild symbol, represented by a ball, expands to cover the entire reel, boosting the potential for higher wins. The tumbling reel feature adds a layer of excitement by removing winning combinations and increasing multipliers with each subsequent spin. The game presents a dynamic and engaging experience designed to appeal to players seeking thrilling gameplay.
Features
Expanding Wild
During the base game, the Wild symbol expands on the whole reel and substitutes for other symbols, increasing the winning potential.
Tumbling Reels with Increasing Multiplier
Winning symbols disappear, making way for the symbols above them while increasing the multiplier with each consecutive win. If new winning combinations appear on the screen after filling the empty positions, they are multiplied by Multiplier, which starts from x2 and increases by 1 with every consequent Tumbling Reels Feature.
Jackpot Cards
The four-level mystery jackpot bonus game Jackpot Cards is also available, just like in the rest of Amusnet’s Online Casino portfolio.
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International Game Technology PLC announced that it has achieved an environmental, social and governance (ESG) Score of 4.3 out of 5.0 from FTSE Russell, positioning IGT in the 97th percentile within the Travel and Leisure sector of FTSE Russell’s ESG Scores. This was an improvement from IGT’s previous ESG Score of 4.2 out of 5.0 in 2023, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to enhancing ESG performance.
“As a company committed to continually elevating our sustainability practices and leadership, IGT is proud to once again achieve an improved ESG score from FTSE Russell. Through our global Sustainable Play program, we execute sustainable practices and policies throughout our company and this improved score validates our ongoing efforts,” Wendy Montgomery, SVP of Marketing, Communications and Sustainability at IGT, said.
FTSE Russell’s ESG Scores and data model allows investors to understand a company’s exposure to, and management of, ESG issues in multiple dimensions. The ESG Scores are comprises an overall rating that breaks down into underlying pillar and theme exposures. Scores built on over 300 individual indicator assessments are applied to each company’s unique circumstances. The ESG Scores align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), all of which are reflected in FTSE Russell’s ESG framework.
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