Security and user-friendliness are the top two priorities for people making online payments, according to a new survey commissioned by Yaspa – a leading real-time payment provider for igaming platforms.

The study surveyed more than 2,000 UK adults to produce the inaugural Yaspa Index, providing an in-depth analysis of emerging payment trends, consumer behaviour, and the evolving digital payments landscape – and in particular the level of familiarity with the term “Pay by Bank”.

Yaspa provides award-winning real-time payment solutions to igaming partners, including Novibet and Playbook Engineering.

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Data shows that 72% of people placed security as one of their three most important factors when choosing how to pay online, ahead of ease of use (66%) and speed (47%).

Loyalty programmes (7%) programs and points & rewards (16%) were much less important for respondents, suggesting that while loyalty programs can incentivise customer retention, the primary focus for players is the convenience and security of the payment process.

The study also found that only 55% of people were familiar with the term “Pay by Bank” – one of the many terms used to describe instant account-to-account payments powered by open banking – and 45% remain unaware of the phrase despite its growing presence in online checkouts.

Kate Marsden, CMO at Yaspa, said: “Our first Yaspa Index shows that, as iGaming operators seek to stay competitive in an increasingly digital and mobile-first world, understanding consumer preferences is crucial.

“By embracing faster, more secure payment solutions such as open banking, integrating real-time payments, and prioritising speed and security in the deposit and withdrawal process, operators can enhance the user experience and drive greater player satisfaction.”

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PandaScore’s offer, including esports Odds, Data and Betting Product now available via leading data and streaming provider – FeedConstruct

PandaScore, the award-winning provider of esports Odds, Data and Betting Products, has signed a major distribution deal with FeedConstruct, the sports data and streaming provider for top-tier sportsbooks.

PandaScore’s extensive Odds feed is now available to operators via FeedConstruct’s innovative Odds Aggregation platform, giving any company integrated to it, access to more than 300 unique markets and highly competitive odds across the most in-demand esports disciplines including CS2, Dota 2 and LoL.

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The PandaScore Odds feed uses the best and most optimised data sources to power its sophisticated models which are backed by teams of specialist traders for each discipline. This combination is what allows for an incredibly strong operator margin of 6%, which makes it an interesting addition to the Odds Aggregation hub.

The Odds Aggregator offers operators worldwide the opportunity to access multiple data feeds through a single integration, simplifying the process and expanding coverage.

The integration provides unparalleled value by delivering real-time, accurate data through a unified feed. With customizable configurations at sport and competition levels, users can tailor the data to align with their preferences and operational needs. The platform also simplifies operations by managing content mapping internally, ensuring stable and reliable data delivery. By reducing the complexity of handling multiple data sources, operators save time and gain a competitive edge through a sophisticated, optimized solution designed to enhance their betting offerings.

PandaScore is an essential partner for operators and platform providers looking to tap into the significant demand for esports betting. This has seen PandaScore surpass €1.5 billion in processed bets to date.

Oliver Niner, Head of B2B at PandaScore, said: “Esports betting has become a significant market in its own right and more and more operators now want to offer it to players as they look to reach new audiences.

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“But esports bettors are discerning and expect a great selection of markets across all the major disciplines as well as good odds and products that allow them to bet the way they want to.

“We are delighted to be able to offer this to more operators than ever before via this agreement with FeedConstruct, a company that also understands the power and potential of esports betting.”

Arsen Baghdasaryan, Head of Business Development at FeedConstruct, added: “I’m happy to welcome PandaScore to our Odds Aggregation Platform. It serves as a powerful hub for companies looking to expand the reach of their content globally. At the same time, operators can seamlessly integrate multiple feeds through a single integration, eliminating the hassle of content mapping. We take care of the complexities, allowing our partners to focus on what matters most – delivering an exceptional experience to their audience”.

FeedConstruct continues to innovate in the sports data and streaming industry, providing seamless solutions for operators and providers alike. With its cutting-edge Odds Aggregation platform and commitment to simplifying data integration, FeedConstruct is a trusted partner for global businesses looking to expand their offerings and deliver top-tier experiences to users.