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Relive The 90’s With Slam Dunk As The Fan-Favourite Basketball Gaming App Comes To AppGallery

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February 23, 2021

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The SLAM DUNK app is based on the world’s best-selling anime basketball series and classic manga from Eisner Award nominee Takehiko Inoue

Huawei, the world leading technology company, announced it has partnered with Hong Kong’s leading game distributor, ForShow Games, to bring its latest mobile basketball game, SLAM DUNK, to HUAWEI AppGallery – available for immediate download in the UK, France, Germany, Spain and Australia. Roll-out across other European markets, including Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Portugal and Ireland is expected from March onwards.

Just in time for the highly anticipated arrival of SLAM DUNK the movie, which sent fans into a frenzy when it was announced on social media by creator Inoue Takehiko earlier this year, the SLAM DUNK app is based on the 1990’s iconic Japanese manga, which recently celebrated its 30^th anniversary.

The series has been beautifully remastered to create an incredibly immersive mobile gaming experience, whilst maintaining the stylistic references and much-loved characters from the original manga, that many fans came to know and love. The game explores the life of Hanamichi Sakuragi and his journey from an outsider at a new school, to discovering his love and passion of basketball and achieving his dream of entering the National Championship.

Featuring single player as well as competitor modes, including 2V2 and 3V3, SLAM DUNK is the perfect game for playing alone, or with friends and family. Single player mode offers gamers the chance to improve their skills with personal training, helpful for getting to grips with the court, whilst multiplayer mode enables users to tackle opponents and easily track player rankings.

With smooth graphics and the authentic style of the original magna, SLAM DUNK lets gamers choose from a wide selection of original characters, ignite their passion for basketball, and enjoy battling with friends, anywhere and anytime, as they move through the ranks on-court whilst showing off skills synonymous with the original anime, such as “Solid Defence” and “Gorilla Dunk”.

Peter Gauden, Head of WEU EcoSystem Marketing at Huawei CBG commented: “We are committed to bringing the biggest, most iconic apps and services to AppGallery to our 42 million monthly users across Europe. With mobile gaming becoming increasingly popular, SLAM DUNK offers a classic, yet remastered experience that will help awaken childhood memories and offer an escape from the everyday, courtesy of the world’s best-selling basketball anime series.”

Frank Zhang, CEO of ForShow Games added: “We’re thrilled that SLAM DUNK will now be more widely available thanks to AppGallery, offering more of the original manga’s fans the chance to re-embrace the basketball classic. With such a huge user base, AppGallery is the perfect partner for helping gamers try a new gaming challenge and become a basketball legend.”

Available in more than 170 countries and regions, AppGallery is one of the top three app marketplaces in the world: an app store where users can easily and securely discover, find and download thousands of apps, like SLAM DUNK by ForShow Games, who developed the app alongside globally renowned game distributor, DeNA. Continuously growing the range of top apps and services available to users, year-on-year, global AppGallery downloads grew by 83% in 2020, firmly cementing its status as a staple part of Huawei users’ digital lifestyle.

For more information on AppGallery, please visit: https://consumer.huawei.com/en/mobileservices/appgallery/ and to download SLAM DUNK go to: https://appgallery.huawei.com/#/app/C103509119 or see AppGallery on any Huawei device.

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Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – April 22-28

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4 hours ago

April 29, 2024

Niji Narayan

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Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.

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The International Association of Gaming Advisors (IAGA) will hold its 41st International Gaming Summit Monday, May 27 through Thursday, May 30, 2024 at The Ritz-Carlton Washington, D.C. As a premier event that brings together leaders from all global gaming sectors, the Summit will provide operators, suppliers, attorneys, investors, bankers, regulators and other advisor delegates with an unparalleled opportunity to meet and discuss the most important issues facing gaming.

Marker Trax, a leader in cashless payment solutions for the gambling industry, has announced the appointment of John Henderson as its SVP of operations. Henderson is a seasoned, energetic industry veteran who brings to Marker Trax more than four decades of success in delivering technology-based business solutions, leading innovation-forward companies seeking to increase their industry footprints and to solidify their market shares.

Jackpot Digital, a leading manufacturer of electronic multiplayer dealerless poker tables, announced that it has successfully completed the installation of its Jackpot Blitz casino machines at Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino, located in Coarsegold, California.

Affinity Interactive has announced the appointment of Scott Butera as President & Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Butera, who most recently led AI’s Sports Information Group (SIG) business, brings over 30 years of experience in gaming, hospitality, media, entertainment and sports to the pivotal role. In his new capacity, Mr. Butera will set strategy and oversee operations of the Company’s diversified portfolio of casinos resorts across Nevada, Missouri and Iowa.

North Star Network has acquired Um Dois Esportes, a sports coverage and analysis site created from the merger of Gazeta Do Povo and Tribuna do Paraná in 2020. NSN’s signing of Um Dois Esportes is the media house’s fourth acquisition of 2024, following the recent deals to purchase UK-based SportsMole and MrFixitsTips, as well as Chilean site AlAireLibre, which was announced in March.

Hollywood Casino at Greektown unveiled its new ESPN BET branded sportsbook and restaurant on the upper floor of the 100,000-square-foot Downtown Detroit casino. This sportsbook is the first ESPN BET branded retail location to open across PENN Entertainment’s (PENN) portfolio of properties.

Partnerships

Above the Felt, the leading poker and gaming marketing and talent agency, has announced a partnership with Potawatomi Casino Hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the grand opening of their state-of-the-art poker room this May. This collaboration marks a significant experiential poker event in the Mid-West US, bringing together top players, personalities and content creators with regional players for an unforgettable poker room grand opening.

SCCG Management, a leading advisory firm in the global gaming industry, has announced a strategic partnership with Comm100, a pioneer in AI-powered omnichannel communication. This collaboration signifies a pivotal moment in the gaming industry as it looks to revolutionise player engagement and customer support through personalised, 24/7 communication.

Betano and CBF (Confederação Brasileira de Futebol), the Brazilian Football Confederation, announced a new partnership that will see Betano become the new main sponsor and exclusive betting partner of Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. Starting from the 2024 season, which began on Sunday, April 14, the competition will be known as Brasileirão Betano.

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Celebrate SOFTSWISS’ 15th Anniversary with Special Offers!

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April 29, 2024

George Miller

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Marking its 15th anniversary, SOFTSWISS, a leading global iGaming software provider, is ready to surprise its clients with special gifts as a sign of appreciation.

During 2024, SOFTSWISS rolls out a wide range of gifts, bonuses, discounts, and special offers for its new and existing clients, providing a unique opportunity to celebrate the company’s anniversary together.

All new clients signing up for the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator can enjoy a complimentary Tournament Tool connection until the end of 2024. This offer empowers new clients to create and manage engaging tournaments, fully customisable to suit their needs.

New clients of Managed Services will gain an additional discount on several support services for three months in a row. This discount can be applied to First Line and VIP player support, Player Retention and Reactivation, as well as Content Management.

Affilka by SOFTSWISS’ new clients can avoid monthly fees for renting merchant accounts until the end of 2024. The monthly merchant fees are on the platform, excluding payment systems’ commissions for cashouts.

New clients of the SOFTSWISS Casino Platform, Game Aggregator, and Sportsbook have the exclusive opportunity to explore the Jackpot Aggregator options as bonuses, available for free or at discounted rates.

For those diving into the Game Aggregator, expect 15 free days of the Jackpot Aggregator and a 15% discount on all local jackpot campaigns for the initial 150 days post-launch.

Clients opting for the Casino Platform can choose a free trial month or receive a 15% discount on local jackpots until year-end.

New Sportsbook clients could access the Jackpot Aggregator for all local jackpot campaigns free of charge for the initial 150 days since launch.

Max Trafimovich, Chief Commercial Officer at SOFTSWISS, comments: “Our 15th anniversary is not just a celebration of the past achievements but also a commitment to our future and the success of our clients. By offering bonuses and discounts to new and current clients, we aim to express our gratitude for their trust and support. It’s our way of saying thank you and investing in their continued success in the dynamic world of iGaming.”

SOFTSWISS current clients will receive various special offers via email.

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 20,000 casino games, the Affilka affiliate platform, the Sportsbook Platform and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team, based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia, counts over 2,000 employees.

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Paysafe strengthens US iGaming solution with Pay by Bank launch

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April 29, 2024

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New product allows American bettors to log-in directly to their bank accounts at online sportsbooks’ cashiers to fund real-time wagers

Paysafe, a leading payments platform, today launched Pay by Bank for iGaming, a new solution allowing U.S. online bettors to instantly and securely fund deposits at operators’ cashiers directly from their online bank account as well as cash-out winnings seamlessly. This product expands the capabilities of Paysafe’s Gateway, the iGaming payments solution that connects U.S. operators to the market’s most comprehensive range of traditional and alternative payment methods via a single integration.

Building on Paysafe’s 25+ years’ history streamlining iGaming payments, the company added Pay by Bank to respond to the growing demand from U.S. players for payment choice. The Gateway already connects operators’ cashiers to Paysafe-processed card payments, the Skrill digital wallet, the Paysafecash online cash solution, and third-party payment products. Strengthening operators’ player acquisition, Pay by Bank provides their customers with yet another payment option that is particularly appealing to the 27% of bettors who prefer transacting via direct bank transfer, according to Paysafe research.

Leveraging Paysafe’s single-integration Gateway, U.S. online gaming operators can now offer Pay by Bank to their customers, giving first-time users the ability to sync their checking or savings account in just seconds, then fund their player account securely in real-time. For returning bettors, the process is even easier, with Pay by Bank supporting one-click payments from linked accounts.

Winnings can be withdrawn from players’ sportsbook accounts just as seamlessly, with Pay by Bank enabling rapid payouts directly to linked bank accounts, again initiated through a single click.

For operators, all Pay by Bank transactions are indemnified, reducing liability if a player’s deposit from their bank account defaults. Along with helping to drive player acquisition by providing more payment choice, Pay by Bank’s other benefits for operators include strengthening customer retention by improving the overall payment experience. According to Paysafe research, transactional speed and financial security are players’ top-two priorities when it comes to the payment experience.

Zak Cutler, President of Global Gaming at Paysafe, said: “We’re delighted to unveil our new Pay by Bank product for our iGaming solution, which will almost certainly prove very effective in both converting and retaining players for U.S. operators, with the product’s impressive transactional speed and robust security. Through Pay by Bank, we continue to grow the Paysafe Gateway by providing American operators and their customers with unparalleled payment choices, all through a single integration.”

Paysafe will be showcasing Pay by Bank and the Paysafe Gateway while exhibiting (Booth A270) at the SBC Summit North America in New Jersey from May 7^th to 9^th, 2024.