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55% of Swedish slot players think ‘Bonus Buy’ games should be banned
Exclusive Swedish polling conducted by Play’n GO today also reveals overwhelming general public support for the prohibition of Bonus Buy slot games
Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, has today revealed exclusive polling conducted in Sweden that shows overwhelming support for the prohibition of the controversial slot mechanic featured in ‘Bonus Buy’ games.
The results of a nationally representative survey in Sweden are stark:
- Seven out of ten members of the general Swedish public (69%) support changing the regulation to ban ‘Bonus Buy’ games
- Incredibly, more than half of Swedish slot players (55%) want the game type prohibited too
Among the respondents who want to see the controversial slot game banned, two-thirds of the public (66%), and more than half of slot players in Sweden (52%), believe ‘Bonus Buy’ games exploit vulnerable gamblers.
Further, nearly two-thirds of slot players themselves (63%) think that ‘Bonus Buy’ games result in higher losses for players.
So called ‘Bonus Buy’ games allow players to buy directly into the bonus or free spins round of a slot game, in many cases for hundreds of times more than their initial stake for a single spin.
The controversial game type is banned by some of the world’s leading regulators including KSA of the Netherlands and the UK Gambling Commission, who reiterated their stance in a reminder to all online casino operators back in January 2020 that stated ‘Gambling products must not actively encourage customers to increase their stake or increase the amount they have decided to gamble.’
The findings by Play’n GO also reveal today that Swedish slot players overwhelming think that:
- changing the regulation to align with the UK and the Netherlands regarding ‘Bonus Buy’ games is the ‘responsible thing to do’ (61%)
- a change in the regulation shows that ‘the Swedish government are taking gambling issues seriously (63%)
- they would be proud if the gambling regulator prohibited ‘Bonus Buy’ games (53%)
In December, the Swedish gambling regulator Spelinspektionen reported that Spelpaus, the centralised national self-exclusion system, surpassed 100,000 registered users for the first time.
Commenting on the overwhelming support in Sweden for the prohibition of ‘Bonus Buy’ slot games, Johan Törnqvist, CEO and Co-founder of Play’n GO, said: “Play’n GO has been a consistent and vocal advocate for a sustainable, regulated, and thriving gaming industry that is based around an ‘entertainment-first’ mindset for many years.
“I pledged as far back as 2021 that Play’n GO would never make a Bonus Buy game3 – a decision that has cost us hundreds of millions of Swedish Krona – but I stand by that decision. Bonus buy games are harmful to players, and to the long-term health and sustainability of the entire industry, and they should be excluded from the regulated Swedish market.”
Over half of the Swedish public (51%) described game suppliers who have decided not to make ‘Bonus Buy’ games as ‘responsible’, with more than a quarter choosing ‘ethical’ or ‘brave’.
The exclusive research was conducted among people in Sweden who reported that they played slots at least once per month.
Jelly Hunter Quadspins
Swintt unveil a new sweet treat in Jelly Hunter Quadspins
Swintt, the renowned software provider celebrated for its thrilling content and innovative mechanics, has expanded its SwinttPremium line with Jelly Hunter Quadspins, an action-packed slot offering players the chance to win up to 6,000x their stake.
Timed to capture the energy of the changing season, Jelly Hunter Quadspins is set against a sun-drenched forest, complete with a carefully laid picnic blanket. Players are greeted by a lively cast of woodland creatures as high-value symbols, while colorful jelly desserts populate the rest of the paytable, creating a visually vibrant and cheerful gaming experience.
The game features five reels and 10 fixed paylines, and brings back the Quadspins mechanic, first introduced in Swintt’s Lucky Fortune Door series. Quadspins activate after any spin delivering at least 4x the bet, allowing players to convert all or part of their prize into a series of supercharged spins across four separate reel sets.
During Quadspins, a new mystery symbol appears as a set of bushes. Each symbol that lands reveals a random base game icon, creating extra winning opportunities. Players can continue Quadspins as long as they keep hitting at least 4x the bet, with a maximum of 50 spins per bonus round.
Additionally, any wins collected—whether in the base game or during Quadspins—can be gambled in the optional Risk feature, where correctly guessing the color of a hidden card doubles the prize. The feature continues until an incorrect guess or the maximum win is reached.
Anthony Dalla-Giacoma, Chief Commercial Officer at Swintt, said:
“Jelly Hunter Quadspins perfectly blends simple, intuitive gameplay with the excitement of big wins. The return of our popular Quadspins mechanic, combined with a max win of 6,000x, makes this slot an ideal choice for fans of classic-style games with a modern twist.”
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Hub88
Hub88 Upgrades HubAI — Page Insights Deliver Faster, Deeper Data Analysis
Aggregator presents smart visual analytics and contextual AI to enhance decision-making for partners.
Hub88 has introduced Page Insights, an innovative feature in its HubAI suite, aimed at revolutionizing user engagement with data throughout its Operator Backoffice and Supplier Zone.
The updated feature allows users to swiftly transform intricate tables into interactive visual dashboards, simplifying the process of discovering actionable insights without the need for manual data row analysis.
Accessible on certain extensive data pages, Page Insights features a specialized HubAI Insights Sidebar that produces automated charts highlighting essential metrics like Currency Breakdown and Top 5 Games.
With Smart Tabs, the aggregator’s partners can effortlessly toggle between page columns like turnover, GGR, actives, and average bet, while an integrated data chat enables users to inquire about the displayed data and obtain instant, context-sensitive replies.
Page Insights utilizes HubAI’s Context Mode, enabling the system to analyze and understand the information shown on screen according to specific queries, like pinpointing leading partners, calculating overall GGR, or evaluating regional performance, all in a single interface.
The function operates on the entire dataset linked to every page, removing the requirement to expand or load more rows for a comprehensive understanding of performance.
The introduction of Page Insights extends Hub88’s efforts to improve its product ecosystem with creative, user-centric tools that extract more value from substantial amounts of data.
Ollie Castleman, Managing Director at Hub88, said: “As our platform continues to scale, making data more accessible and actionable for our partners is a top priority.
“Page Insights significantly improves how users interact with the vast amount of data they process, combining AI-driven analysis with intuitive visualisation tools to deliver instant clarity and a deeper understanding.”
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BC Engine
BC.GAME launches BC Engine, introducing continuous rewards model powered by $BC
Global crypto gaming platform BC.GAME has introduced BC Engine, a new rewards system designed to provide players with ongoing value from their gameplay, without minimum thresholds or tier requirements.
Inspired by crypto staking models, BC Engine transforms the platform’s native token, $BC, from a one-time incentive into a continuous rewards mechanism. Players still earn $BC through wagering as usual, but instead of being distributed as a standalone reward, the token is automatically allocated into BC Engine, where it contributes to ongoing earnings.
Rewards are distributed hourly in BCD, BC.GAME’s USD-pegged token, with each player’s payout determined by their $BC balance at the time of distribution. This structure creates a more consistent and transparent reward model, directly linking player activity to tangible returns.
The system also introduces a more sustainable approach by aligning reward funding with actual gaming performance, reducing reliance on traditional promotional spending.
Importantly, BC Engine is accessible to all players from day one, with no wagering thresholds or tier-based entry requirements, allowing users to begin earning rewards from their very first bet.
Alongside the launch, BC.GAME has rolled out additional enhancements to its rewards ecosystem, including a Welcome Shield protection feature for new users, as well as updated daily, weekly, and monthly reward programs.
The release comes as BC.GAME continues to expand in regulated markets, with an increased focus on compliance, local partnerships, and sustainable growth. The platform has been adapting its offering to meet jurisdictional requirements while strengthening its position across both licensed environments and its global crypto audience.
Kar Kheng Giam, Chief Executive Officer of BC.GAME, said:
“We want rewards to be simpler, more immediate, and more sustainable. Players should see value from the moment they start playing, without needing to reach specific milestones. With BC Engine, $BC becomes a core part of how ongoing rewards are delivered.”
The new features are now live across multiple markets, subject to local regulatory availability.
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