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Japanese Government Denies Reports of Eased Sports Betting Restrictions
The Japanese government has denied reports suggesting it may consider easing sports betting restrictions in order to allow betting on a wider variety of sports.
According to a report by The Yomiuri Shimbun this week, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has compiled a draft proposal for allowing betting on sports such as football, basketball and baseball. At present, sports betting is restricted to horse racing, cycling, motorboat racing and motorcycling.
It was also reported that Japan’s Sports Development Council could meet for the first time in five years in July, however, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno told reporters that he does not expect any such proposal to be implemented.
“Currently, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry is holding a study group on sports, but it has also been reported that there is no plan to present a proposal to lift the ban on sports betting at any of the study groups,” he said.
“I refrain from commenting on hypothetical questions while this is not being done.”
Matsuno’s comments mirror those from the Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry himself, Hagiuda Koichi, who denied the reports at a press conference earlier this week.
Opponents of the proposal have expressed concerns over the potential for a broader sports betting industry to lead to problem gambling issues.
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Plot a course for plunder in Pirate Pledge Frozen Seas by Elysium Studios
Grab your compass, gather your crew and prepare to venture into the treasure-filled waters of Pirate Pledge Frozen Seas – the second voyage of Elysium Studios’ popular slot series where an exciting Hold & Win bonus can lead to huge rewards of up to 17,686x.
Building on the success of the original Pirate Pledge, Frozen Waters sees players enter an icy world of adventure filled with bold captains and fearsome krakens. Played out across a 5×4 reel set that can expand to 7×5 during the feature, the game again takes place aboard a mighty galleon where symbols including anchors, cannons, and bottles of grog account for the highest payouts.
During the base game, one icon that players will need to look out for is the ship’s wheel wild, which will expand to fill its column and move one space after each spin until it exits the reels. Any wins affected by this towering special symbol will be boosted by a multiplier of 6x, meaning its possible for them to amass substantial rewards before it leaves the field and a new round begins.
On top of that, landing three or more treasure chest scatters will also trigger Frozen Water’s headline Hold & Win feature. Essentially an upgrade of the bonus from the previous game, once activated players will receive an initial 3 spins with only multipliers and special modifiers in play.
Whenever a multiplier lands it will lock in place and the spins counter will be reset – prolonging the feature as players dredge up bigger and better rewards – but each modifier symbol that arrives will also add a unique bonus that can dramatically enhance how the rest of the feature plays out.
With everything from expanding reels to additional bounties that are added on top of all currently held multipliers, there are four different ways for players to boost their winnings, and the feature will only end when no new icons appear or all active reel spaces are completely filled with prizes.
Of course, with Frozen Seas being an Elysium Studios slot, players can also activate either Bet Boost or Super Bet Boost to increase their chances of triggering the feature, or if they want to cut straight to the action, they can also enter it directly for an extra bet using the “Buy Bonus” button.
Anthony Dalla-Giacoma, Chief Commercial Officer at Swintt, said: “With the original Pirate Pledge Hold & Win being one of the most successful slots in our Elysium Studios line-up, we’re delighted to welcome players back on another treasure-filled voyage in Pirate Pledge Frozen Seas.
“Featuring an enhanced version of the popular Hold & Win bonus that made the first slot such a big hit, Frozen Seas boasts more multipliers, more modifiers and more max win potential than its predecessor, ensuring it will soon sail its way to becoming a staple part of all operators’ line-ups.”
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GoldenRace launches Goal2Win to bridge the gap between football and numbers
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The world of sports betting and gaming is set for a major shake-up with the launch of GoldenRace’s innovative, new number game, Goal2Win, designed to captivate the massive global football audience. Goal2Win successfully bridges the gap between the universal passion for the “king of sports” and the proven thrill of number-based predictions, offering partners a fresh, high-potential product for monetisation.
Goal2Win is a premium offering that takes the familiar, classic number game format and integrates it with a dynamic, football-centric theme. This unique combination makes the game instantly recognisable yet excitingly new, appealing both to seasoned sports bettors and newcomers seeking an engaging, simplified experience.
Goal2Win is GoldenRace’s proposal to mix innovation and tradition. It offers operators a product that leverages the immense reach of football fandom while delivering the straightforward, engaging gameplay and massive win potential expected from a top-tier number game. It’s a compelling blend of excitement, simplicity, and significant reward potential.
Key features driving engagement and potential winnings:
Goal2Win is engineered for maximum player retention and high stakes, boasting dynamic gameplay and powerful features:
- Multiplier feature: Players can place the same set of bets across an impressive twenty-two consecutive events, significantly driving up potential winnings and ensuring sustained engagement over time.
- Jackpots and Mega Jackpots: The game includes tiered winnings with both standard Jackpots and highly coveted Mega Jackpots, promising life-changing sums and acting as a powerful player motivator.
- Quick picks: For rapid access to the action, the Quick picks option allows the system to randomly select numbers, streamlining the betting process for players.
- Row/Column selector: Enhancing the user experience, selector buttons enable players to easily pick an entire row or column of numbers, simplifying sophisticated betting.
Goal2Win represents a unique opportunity for operators to tap into the immense global football fanbase with a product that is both innovative and instantly recognisable. It stands poised to become a staple offering, driving higher stakes and attracting a broader demographic to the operators’ portfolio.
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PayAdmit partners with Yaspa to integrate Pay by Bank on its payments platform
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Yaspa, the Pay by Bank fintech, today announced a partnership with PayAdmit, the London-based payment software provider and orchestrator used by merchants across eCommerce, iGaming and digital services. The integration brings Pay by Bank to PayAdmit’s platform, giving its merchants a faster, secure, cost-effective way to accept customer payments with real-time confirmation.
PayAdmit offers a modular payments stack that includes White Label, Cashier Service, Payment Bridge and Payment Concierge Service — a high-touch support layer for resolving payment issues in real time. The platform aggregates 350+ global payment methods and provides streamlined onboarding, enabling merchants to go live in as little as 14 days.
Adding Yaspa gives PayAdmit’s clients a high-conversion bank payment option built for speed, conversion and compliance.
Yaspa’s Head of Commercial, Amie Kadhim, said: “PayAdmit moves fast and sets a high bar on payment performance, reliability and checkout experience. We’re excited to power their next chapter with instant bank payments that are speedy, secure and deliver a smooth, mobile-first experience – boosting approval rates and settling funds immediately.”
For PayAdmit’s merchants, the integration with Yaspa delivers:
- Real-time deposit confirmation
- Lower processing costs versus traditional methods i.e. debit and credit cards
- Reduced fraud and chargeback risk with bank-level authentication
- A smoother mobile journey with no card details to key in
Yaspa’s benefits align with PayAdmit’s focus on performance, security and a modern, merchant-friendly toolkit.
Vladyslav Kolodistyi, CEO of PayAdmit added: “Our mission is to give merchants a flexible, future-proof payments stack. Partnering with Yaspa adds a best-in-class, instant bank payment option, so clients get higher conversion with less complexity.”
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