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NSoft business overview – 2021 summer edition
Doing Business in Q2 2021
The exceptional first quarter of the year is followed by the equally promising Q2
Lucky Six, Greyhound Races and Roulette are still the most popular games
The casino team is announcing hot autumn in terms of new releases
By Dražan Planinić, NSoft COO
The event that all sports fans have been patiently waiting for started a few days ago and here in NSoft we walk the talk when it comes to the Olympic Games motto. Now, we are offering even Faster games with our Lightning games portfolio including Lightning Lucky Six, Lightning Roulette, Kolor and Slingshot. We go Higher with new customers in Q2 and finally, our teams are growing Stronger with every new employee.
In that spirit, we have continued with the business growth in Q2 2021. NSoft has its footprint in four new countries, and the client base grew by 23 new betting operators – mainly operating through online channels.
Exceptional Q1 2021 is followed by the equally strong second quarter
The first quarter of the year in NSoft was exceptional. Every aspect of our business was in full swing. The quarterly result reassured us that the path we took for 2021 is the right one as the growth continues in Q2 2021 across channels.
Keno is a single game with the most impressive growth in the number of tickets in Q2 2021. The ticket number grew by 58%, mainly thanks to the several new LATAM customers and one African betting operator that has extended its business with NSoft from brick-and-mortar to web channel.
Shortlisted for the Global Gaming Award and EGR B2B 2021 Speaking of great products and business solutions from NSoft, we are proud to say that NSoft has been shortlisted for the prestigious Global Gaming Awards in the category Product Launch of the Year. The nomination has come for the game Virtual Penalty Shootout – a marvellous virtual game created in-house by NSoft’s 3D animation team and game development.
Another validation of our work has come in the form of an impressive nine nominations for the EGR B2B Awards. NSoft’s achievements have been recognized in the following categories: Sportsbook platform supplier, Virtual sports supplier, Sports betting supplier, Multi-channel supplier, Lottery supplier, In-play betting software, Innovation in sports betting software, Bingo Supplier and Best customer service.
Lucky Six, Greyhound Races and Roulette – the most played games
The most popular NSoft’s betting game is Lucky Six, our evergreen, with Greyhound Races as a runner-up and Roulette in third place. As for Roulette, the game was released on terminals for the Romanian operator Superbet in Q2 2021.
In the previous quarter, we released two Lightning games: Lightning Roulette and Lightning Lucky Six. For now, the trends are promising and the African operator Sima Communication is a good example. In less than a month, players’ engagement positioned the games in third place on this operator’s web.
New games from our game development team
NSoft offers games that are designed for users’ delight with innovative design, stability in the backend, engaging graphics, user-friendly interfaces and intuitive navigation. In Q2 2021, the game development unit continued to work on new games focusing on online delivery channels and casino content. As a result, we released two new games at the beginning of July: Kolor and Slingshot 6 – both super-fast and straightforward to play.
Kolor, as its name suggests, is all about betting on colours. A classic wheel is divided into 32 fields coloured with four different shades: purple, blue, red and yellow. The number of coloured fields deferred so does the odds.
Emphasis on casino games
Slingshot 6 is a casino game version of our most popular game Lucky Six, with 35 out of 48 numbers randomly generated in a single spin for every player separately. There are several betting options for the players, and talking about speed, the duration of the spin in turbo mode of the game is just four seconds. You should try it yourself.
We continue to enrich our game portfolio with new exciting content. NSoft offers a great variety of games in the casino segment for our customers via third-party integration, thanks to partnerships with some of the best casino aggregators. Nevertheless, the NSoft development team diligently works on new casino content, and we are looking forward to presenting it in the following period.
By the third quarter-end, NSoft will offer a completely new in-house built Casino slot portfolio.
New modules within Seven Sportsbook platform
Seven Sportsbook platform team has announced three new features. The first one is a new CRM, and it will be Optimove’s solution integrated into our platform. Optimove is a well-known name in the industry when it comes to CRM and relationship marketing solutions for the gaming and betting niches. Their Client Relationship Management (CRM) module will help our clients scale the data and understand and expand their business even more.
The second novelty is the upcoming integration of the Xtremepush module for the online channel, emphasising mobile apps. Push notifications are a handy communication platform. Betting operators can benefit from it on multiple levels, including reaching new customers, onboarding, and delivering highly engaging content.
In parallel to this, the team is upgrading the Live betting user interface for the terminals.
Stark betting terminals – going strong in new markets
Stark’s premium betting terminals found their way to two new markets, with one of them being Turkey via strategic partnership with
DOKA BILISIM. Turkey is not just the new market for Stark, but for betting terminals in general. We are thrilled to be the first one ever to enter this market with excellent growth potential.
Talking in numbers, NSoft’s hardware unit Stark has shipped 25% more terminals in Q2 2021 compared to the previous quarter. Further expansion of the production capacity required a new workforce, so Q2 2021 ended with 50% more employees. This period was also marked by the modernisation of the production line, which doubled the production capacity.
Vision improved with new multitenancy VMS (video management system)
Constant upgrades of NSoft Vision software has led to the multitenancy video management system. We have grown to the point where we need a unique platform through which we will scale down a large number of clients, members (users) and their permissions as well as individual locations and cameras.
Additionally, the team has been working on a Vision help centre to provide a single point of contact for customers, knowledge lake and customer self-service.
Every business is a people’s business.
As we are growing financially and increasing our market share, we also nurture and straighten our most valuable resource – employees! In Q2 2021, besides reinforcement in the Stark division, 19 new colleagues joined the NSoft team, exclusively in tech-related positions. As the summer is a slow period in general, most companies exploit this short brief to focus on education. We are not an exception. In June, we opened an internship application process to select eight new prospects who now got the opportunity to work in NSoft for two months. The NSoft Summership programme was successfully rolled out at the beginning of July, and we are happy to have young, motivated and talented candidates as our colleagues this summer.
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The meteoric rise of prediction markets in the United States has sparked intense discussions among industry experts, legal scholars, and operators alike. Driven by high-profile political cycles and cultural events, these platforms have evolved from niche academic experiments into massive financial ecosystems.
But as the volume of activity surges, so does regulatory scrutiny. Understanding the current state of prediction markets, the complex regulatory landscape, and what this shifting paradigm means for the broader future of gambling and sports betting in America is essential for any industry stakeholder.
Understanding Prediction Markets
Prediction markets are specialized platforms that enable users to buy and sell shares based on the outcomes of future events. These events span a massive spectrum, including:
- Political Elections: Predicting presidential race outcomes, congressional majorities, or policy decisions.
- Macroeconomic Indicators: Betting on federal interest rate hikes, inflation numbers, or jobs reports.
- Pop Culture & Sports: Forecasting award show winners, box office performance, or championship outcomes.
Unlike traditional sportsbooks that rely on oddsmakers setting a fixed price, prediction markets operate like a stock exchange. They aggregate information, sentiment, and capital from a diverse pool of participants. This “wisdom of the crowd” often results in highly accurate, real-time forecasting. However, because these platforms blur the lines between financial derivatives and traditional wagering, their legal environment remains incredibly complex and highly contentious.
The Regulatory Battleground
The legal framework for prediction markets in the U.S. is currently in a state of flux, characterized by competing jurisdictions and conflicting viewpoints between federal oversight bodies and state regulators.
US Prediction Markets Hierarchy
- Federal Regulation (CFTC): Pushes for uniform federal rules, viewing events as commodities/derivatives.
- State Regulation (IL, NJ, etc.): Aims to protect local consumer bases and secure state tax revenue.
1. Federal vs. State Regulation
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) views event contracts as derivatives, asserting its role as the critical authority tasked with establishing a uniform, nationwide regulatory framework. However, individual states like New Jersey and Illinois are also aggressively asserting their authority. This dual-layered pressure creates friction, potential legal conflicts, and compliance confusion for platform operators.
2. Taxation Concerns
States have grown accustomed to capturing substantial tax revenue from legalized sports betting and iGaming. As users migrate toward prediction platforms—some of which operate in gray areas or outside traditional state frameworks—local regulators worry about losing out on vital tax income. This financial anxiety is fueling a legislative push for stricter, localized state oversight.
3. Market Integrity and Security
With any high-stakes betting or trading operation, the integrity of the underlying market is paramount. Regulators and critics frequently raise concerns regarding:
- Insider Trading: Participants leveraging non-public information to profit off specific policy or corporate outcomes.
- Market Manipulation: Well-capitalized individuals or “whales” artificially moving the price of a contract to influence public perception or swing a market.
- Oversight Mechanisms: The urgent need for robust, real-time surveillance tools to detect and mitigate fraudulent trading activity.
Expert Insights on the Shifting Landscape
During our recent panel discussion, industry leaders shared their frontline perspectives on how these market forces are colliding.
The Current State of Affairs
Experts agree that the current legal landscape is chaotic but uniquely ripe with opportunity. As gaming attorney Jeremy Kleiman noted during the meetup:
“The legal landscape right now is a mess.”
Yet, history shows that this exact brand of regulatory uncertainty often leaves the door wide open for innovative, agile market solutions to emerge and establish a foothold before formal guardrails are built.
The Role of Technology and Emerging Platforms
Advancements in trading technology are rapidly reshaping user expectations. Regulated platforms like Kalshi and decentralized alternatives like Polymarkets are experiencing massive surges in popularity. This growth is particularly prominent among younger, tech-savvy users who gravitate toward their sleek user-friendly interfaces, low-friction trading structures, and the transparent nature of order books over traditional sportsbook vigs.
Political Dynamics
The future of the industry is deeply intertwined with Washington politics. Strategic advisor Bill Pascrell III emphasized the significance of political dynamics in shaping upcoming legislation. The White House’s backing of the CFTC’s regulatory push is a massive factor that could dictate the trajectory, speed, and severity of prediction market legislation over the next few years.
Looking Ahead: What Shapes the Future?
As the conversation surrounding event wagering matures, three core factors will dictate which operators thrive and how the broader market stabilizes:
- Increased Regulatory Clarity: While the current friction is difficult to navigate, clear and predictable rules from federal and state authorities will ultimately benefit the market by unlocking institutional investment and corporate innovation.
- Consumer Demand for Transparency: Modern users expect deep transparency. Platforms that prioritize clear contract rules, predictable settlement guidelines, and proactive user education will easily gain a competitive edge over opaque competitors.
- The Power of Data Analytics: Data utilization will be the ultimate differentiator. Operators that successfully leverage advanced data analytics to improve market liquidity, enhance user experiences, and ensure secure outcomes will lead the next generation of wagering.
Conclusion
The U.S. prediction market landscape is at a historic turning point. As regulations mature and consumer preferences shift away from passive betting toward active, knowledge-based trading, the industry must remain incredibly agile. For operators, investors, and participants alike, staying informed on these fast-moving regulatory and technological shifts is no longer optional—it is the only way to successfully navigate this complex, high-reward frontier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly are prediction markets?
Prediction markets are exchange-style platforms where users buy and sell shares on the outcome of future real-world events. The market price reflects the crowd’s real-time probability assessment of that event occurring.
How are prediction markets currently regulated in the U.S.?
Regulation is highly fragmented. The federal CFTC treats these markets as commodity or derivatives exchanges, while various state gaming commissions attempt to regulate or restrict them under local sports betting and gambling laws.
Will prediction markets replace traditional sports betting?
Rather than completely replacing sportsbooks, prediction markets are expanding the pie. They offer a highly dynamic, peer-to-peer alternative that appeals to financial traders and policy enthusiasts, forcing traditional betting operators to innovate their technology and payout structures.
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The Azerbaijani Parliament (Milli Majlis) has officially cleared the first reading of a bill to heavily increase criminal penalties for organising and operating illegal gambling.
The proposed amendments to the Criminal Code were discussed during an extraordinary parliamentary session.
Under the bill, organising gambling in virtual formats-including via the internet, mobile communications, social media platforms, electronic communication tools or other internet- and mobile-based applications-would carry tougher penalties. The same applies to offenses involving minors, crimes committed by a group acting in prior collusion or activities generating substantial illegal income.
Such offenses would be punishable by a fine of up to twice the amount of the income obtained through the crime, restriction of liberty for a term of two to four years, or imprisonment for the same period.
The proposed amendments also introduce stricter penalties for offenses committed by organised criminal groups or criminal organisations, as well as those generating large-scale illegal profits. These would be punishable by restriction of liberty or imprisonment for a term of three to five years.
The bill would also change the way fines are calculated. Instead of the current fixed range of AZN 10,000 to AZN 15,000, courts would be able to impose fines of up to twice the amount of the criminal proceeds.
In addition, the legislation proposes harsher punishment for repeat offenses involving the organisation or operation of gambling activities or gambling venues, particularly where minors are involved or where the offenses generate substantial, large-scale or especially large-scale illegal income.
Under the current legislation, repeat offenses are punishable by restriction of liberty for four to five years or imprisonment for four to eight years. The proposed amendments would make imprisonment for five to eight years the sole penalty for such offenses.
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Amusnet has released Golden Snake, a captivating new video slot that blends the timeless appeal of Asian symbolism with innovative mechanics and high-impact gameplay. Designed for players who enjoy immersive themes and thrilling volatility, the title delivers a fresh interpretation of one of the industry’s most enduring and successful game styles.
Set in a world inspired by prosperity, luck and ancient Asian traditions, Golden Snake immerses players in a vibrant atmosphere filled with glowing money bags, firecrackers, blue envelopes, golden coins and the majestic Golden Snake. Rich visuals, authentic sound design and a fully animated snake companion create a lively experience that reacts to every spin, adding personality and emotion to the gameplay.
Moving beyond the traditional slot layout, Golden Snake introduces a distinctive 3x4x3 reel configuration that offers a fresh gameplay dynamic while remaining intuitive and engaging. The excitement builds with the Respin Feature, which can trigger randomly on any spin by selecting a paying symbol – or even the Wild – to set a chain of consecutive respins in motion. During the feature, the second reel could be locked with stacked Wild symbols while the first and third reels spin exclusively for the chosen symbol. Еvery new Wild symbol or matching symbol could be extending the action and increasing the anticipation.
The game’s momentum is further amplified by a powerful multiplier system. During the base game, multipliers of 3x, 5x and 10x can instantly enhance winning combinations. When the Respin Feature is activated and the middle reel fills with stacked Wild symbols, it expands to unlock multiplier values of up to 20x, creating exhilarating moments with a maximum win potential of 5000x the bet.
Beyond its engaging mechanics, Golden Snake has been designed to encourage longer play sessions through responsive character animations, dynamic win celebrations and continuous respin opportunities. Combined with its culturally inspired theme, the title is well positioned to appeal to audiences across Asia, LATAM and other regulated markets where Asian-themed content continues to perform strongly.
With Golden Snake, Amusnet reinforces its commitment to creating premium gaming experiences that combine recognisable themes, innovative mechanics and outstanding production quality. The new release provides operators with a compelling addition to their portfolio, helping them diversify their offering with content designed to drive player engagement and long-term performance.
Respin Feature
Watch the excitement build as stacked Wild symbols lock the second reel and matching symbols trigger consecutive respins, creating thrilling opportunities for bigger payouts.
Multiplier Feature
Base game multipliers of 3x, 5x and 10x evolve into enhanced Respin multipliers of up to 20x when the middle reel expands with stacked Wild symbol.
Gamble
Play the game and multiply the winnings through the Gambling feature.
Jackpot Cards
The Jackpot Cards bonus game is triggered at random during the gameplay to allow players to win impressive jackpots.
The post Amusnet Releases its Latest Video Slot “Golden Snake” appeared first on EE Gaming | Global iGaming & Tech Intelligence Hub.
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