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Global Social Gaming Market Is Estimated To Value Over USD 57.44 Bn In Terms Of Value By The End Of 2027
The Global Social Gaming Market, was valued at US$ 17.40 billion in 2019, witnessing a CAGR of 16.1% during the forecast period (2019-2027), as highlighted in a report published by Coherent Market Insights.
Rapid growth in the number of internet subscribers is expected to boost the global social gaming market growth over the forecast period
The number of internet subscribers globally has increased massively over the years, in both developed and emerging economies. According to the Internet World Stats, there were over 4 billioninternet users across the globe as of June 2020, with a 62% increase in penetration. Internet is available in schools, offices, colleges, and leisure places such as restaurants and malls. Furthermore, access to social networking sites through the internet has made users cling to games, which have helpedthem engage socially. With the advancement in technology from 2G to 3G and now 4G internet services, the gaming industry is expected to reap the benefits of the growing internet subscribers. The 3G network enables the transfer of information at the rate of at least 200kbit/s, enhancing the gaming experience. Therefore, these factors are expected to propel the global social gaming market growth over the forecast period.
Market Opportunity
Research and development activities amongmarket players can pose significant market opportunities in the global social gaming market
Key companies are focused on research anddevelopment activities, to enhance the market presence. For instance, in May 2013, Zynga Inc. launched Running with Friends, a 3D action, high-speed arcade game, for the global audience on iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. In July 2013, CrowdStar launched COVET Fashion, a fashion game for iPads and iPhones. Thegame incorporates seasonal designs with real-life clothing items and virtual outfit challenges.
Market Restraint
Ban on social networking sites is expected to hinder the global social gaming market growth over the forecast period
Online games such as FarmVille, Texas Hold’em poker, candy crush, and the criminal case are largely played on social networking sites such as Facebook, MySpace, and Google+. The ban on social networking sites such as Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter has caused huge losses to the market. Many Islamic countries such as Iran, Pakistan, and Indonesiahave forbidden the use of social networking sites. This is considered a taboo in the Middle East countries as well. They have blocked such sites primarily for security reasons. Therefore, these factors are expected to hamper the global social gaming market growth over the forecast period.
Market Trends
Collaboration and partnership activities among market players
Key players in the market are focused on collaboration and partnership activities, to enhance the market presence and gain a competitive edge in the market. For instance, in December 2012, Kingpartnered with Turkish Pepsi. According to the agreement, the Bubble SwitchSaga title will be printed on the cans as part of the marketing strategy along with codes that unlock credits. In November 2012, CrowdStar partnered with Tencent Holdings Ltd. to launch Top Girl, its popular game, in the world’s most populous nation, China.
Mergers and acquisitions among key mattercompanies
Major companies involved are focused on merger and acquisition activities, to expand their market strength. For instance, in December 2011, Electronic Arts Inc. acquired KlickNation, a company that develops role-playing games on Facebook for free. Furthermore, in July 2011, Electronic Arts acquired PopCap Games Inc., a company that developed popular games such as Bejeweled and Plants vs. Zombies. Electronic Arts, Inc. expects to increase its presence in casual and mobile gaming through this deal.
Competitive Section
Major companies operating in the global social gaming market are Zynga, Inc., Wooga GmbH, Playtika Ltd., King, Tencent Holdings Ltd., Electronic Arts, Inc., Renren Inc., CrowdStar, Booyah Inc., and Social Point.
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Nagoshi Studio Unveils GANG OF DRAGON, a New Action-Adventure Game from Director Toshihiro Nagoshi
Steam page: store.steampowered.com/app/4146000/
GANG OF DRAGON
is a new action-adventure game set in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo’s iconic nightlife district. Protagonist Shin Ji-seong is a high-ranking member of a Korean crime syndicate, and is portrayed by celebrated Korean actor Ma Dong-seok (Don Lee).This new story will engage players in an exciting way and showcase increadible graphics for an action packed adventure. Viewers of The Game Awards were the first to get a look at the new footage!
About Toshihiro Nagoshi
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Blask & Gamblers Connect Enter A New Media Partnership
Gamblers Connect, the award-winning iGaming affiliate and media platform, is proud to announce a new media partnership with Blask, a leading AI-powered analytics ecosystem dedicated to the iGaming industry.
This collaboration marks a pivotal step in the company’s mission to provide the most accurate, transparent, and data-backed content. Under the terms of this agreement, Blask will provide Gamblers Connect with complete access to its cutting-edge market intelligence platform.
This suite includes the Blask Index and real-time data tracking across more than 100 jurisdictions, allowing for granular analysis of market dynamics, brand performance, and player behaviour. By integrating these professional-grade tools into the editorial process, Gamblers Connect will elevate the depth and precision of its industry reporting.
The cornerstone of this partnership is a commitment to sharing knowledge with the wider iGaming community. Gamblers Connect will produce four exclusive case studies throughout 2026. Released once per quarter, these comprehensive reports will utilise Blask’s advanced analytics to uncover emerging trends, benchmark operator performance, and provide actionable insights for industry stakeholders.
This alliance represents a shared vision for a more transparent iGaming sector. By combining Blask’s technological prowess with Gamblers Connect’s editorial expertise, the aim is to set a new standard for data-driven journalism.
Max Tesla, Blask CEO, commented: “Partnering with Gamblers Connect is a natural step for Blask. We are building an ecosystem of transparent analytics that empowers the industry, and GC is one of the few media partners that truly values data and knows how to work with it. I’m confident this collaboration will strengthen both sides and deliver more accurate, trustworthy, and insight-driven content to the iGaming community.”
Gjorgje Ristikj, Founder & CEO at Gamblers Connect, added: “Partnering with Blask allows us to combine their strong analytical framework with our media expertise. It’s a collaboration grounded in trust and mutual respect, with the shared goal of delivering meaningful and measurable results to the industry.”
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Law enforcement officers from Kazakhstan eliminated the organized financial criminal group organized by Vadim Gordievsky, Larisa Ivchenko, and Alyona Suvorova from Ukraine
The law enforcement agencies of Kazakhstan have effectively eliminated the organized criminal group created by Vadim Gordievsky from Ukraine and his accomplices, Larisa Ivchenko and Alyona Suvorova. Even though the law enforcement agencies managed to block accounts and payments of the Marginplus Company, key employees and management are still hiding.
According to the media, just a few days ago, the Financial Monitoring Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan revealed a large-scale shady scheme of cross-border transfers that involved numerous payment organizations and providers. The funds were disguised as legal transactions and withdrawn to the accounts of online casinos. The total volume of illegal transactions exceeded more than $1 billion.
According to law enforcement authorities in the Republic of Kazakhstan, the key organizer of the miscoding scheme, which involved bookmakers, online casinos, payment organizations, and bank employees, is Vadim Ivanovich Gordievsky from Ukraine, who was born in 1974. He was the leader of the organized criminal group and used the local Marginplus Company for these purposes (official website: marginplus.kz). In addition to companies from Kazakhstan, Gordievsky also worked with illegal Russian online casinos while helping them to facilitate illegal payments.
According to new information from law enforcement agencies in the Republic of Kazakhstan, banks and bookmakers, including the local PIN-UP bookmaker, have already terminated all cooperation with Gordievsky’s Marginplus company.
According to informburo.kz, the local licensed Pin-Up.Kz bookmaker (legal entity: Bonami LLP) declares that it has nothing to do with transactions carried out by individual payment organizations. Judicial and criminal proceedings have already been initiated against these structures, and the company itself is fully cooperating with law enforcement agencies to establish all the circumstances and identify fraudulent, shady schemes.
According to unofficial information, the Pin-Up management provided the law enforcement agencies of the Republic of Kazakhstan with all the data related to the Marginplus company belonging to Vadim Gordievsky.
As of today, all financial activities of Marginplus have been paralyzed. In addition, large amounts of money have been blocked in its bank accounts. This money should have been paid to partners, contractors, and providers, including the local Parimatch betting company. Ordinary employees of Vadim Gordievsky’s company are already looking for new work while its management, including Larisa Vladimirovna Ivchenko (listed as the head of Gordievsky’s FC Alta Capital from Ukraine), is still hiding. Alyona (Elena) Suvorova has already closed and renamed her social media profiles a few days ago. In addition, she does not respond to messages and is trying to evade responsibility.
We would like to remind the audience that Alyona Suvorova positions herself “as an entrepreneur, investor, and a crypto trader with 5+ years of experience.” According to Suvorova herself, she has been developing payment technologies in the field of FinTech for 10 years. In 2021, she opened her own business for international crypto transfers. In addition, she is the founder of the Lemoncoin Crypto Academy.
According to investigators, Gordievsky’s partner, Mikhail Kovalev (Mykhaylo Kovalov), who is a citizen of both Ukraine and Israel, as well as an owner of a number of companies in the EU, in particular, in Poland, and who has a residence permit in Spain, was closely working with Gordievsky. By using the STABLEX SOLUTION Sp. z o. o fictitious company (official website: solvexs.pl) in Poland, he was engaged in illegal payments and withdrawal of cryptocurrencies into fiat money.
At the same time, as the source notes, the mentioned management and the people involved in the money laundering of Marginplus Company will be added to the wanted list of Interpol in the nearest future. The National Security Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan has also announced that it’s going to closely monitor this case. According to local laws, participants of this shady scheme face up to nine years in prison. Information on Vadim Gordievsky’s companies and connections in other countries is also being checked.
After the initiation of criminal cases for financial crimes, fraud, and the announcement of his wanted list by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Vadim Gordievsky left Ukraine on forged documents. Before diving into the world of financial fraud, he was involved in land and property issues in the Kyiv region. As of today, numerous criminal cases have been initiated.
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