With companies beginning to implement NFTs into slot titles, accept crypto for casino payments and the rise of crypto-only casinos, the CasinoBeats Summit will allow delegates to discover how cryptocurrency is having a growing impact on both suppliers and operators. 

Ahead of his appearance at the Summit, we spoke with Matthew D’Emanuele, CEO at Yolo Entertainment, about the rising use case of crypto in the online casino sphere, while analysing how crypto has “broken through antiquated barriers” to become a key tool for the industry. 

CasinoBeats: Can you explain the importance for cryptocurrency casino operators to appear at events like the CasinoBeats Summit?

Matthew D’Emanuele: The great thing about the CasinoBeats Summit is the diversity of delegates. It’s a real opportunity to listen and learn from operators working across the sector. Sure, Sportsbet.io and Bitcasino are crypto-led operators, but the fundamentals of delivering a great experience to our players doesn’t significantly differ from the fiat-only operators. 

It is very obvious that we fully believe in the advantages of playing with crypto, but we also recognise that players make choices beyond their payment method. Part of the benefit of attending the various conferences around the industry is another one of the many mechanisms we utilise to maintain a thorough understanding of the initiatives taking place around the industry. 

CB: How has the use of cryptocurrencies in the casino industry evolved in the past few years?

MD: When we launched Bitcasino 10 years ago, you could buy one Bitcoin for about $500; as I write this, Bitcoin has just surpassed its all-time high and is trading at more than $70,000. That transition from niche technology to the mainstream has been remarkable, and with it has come a whole host of opportunities to positively disrupt and transform the casino sector. Aside from crypto as a payment method, we’re now seeing some really interesting integrations, particularly around Telegram, with the opportunity to play in its native currency, TON.

The whale brand has already gained a lot of traction here. It is a fast-developing space and one we’re determined to remain at the forefront of.

CB: What benefits do operators gain from running cryptocurrency casinos, as opposed to standard fiat casinos?

MD: There are many benefits to giving players the choice of using crypto in addition to fiat. I love the transparency that crypto brings to the process, the decentralised nature of blockchain technology, which allows every network user to track all transactions in real-time is an example of this.

The speed in which we can pay our players their winnings is also an added advantage, ensuring players are paid their winnings swiftly is part of our DNA and reflects well in our ‘Fun, Fast and Fair’ pledge. 

While a handful of regulators have made some positive moves, there’s still a long way to go. We’re always open to having those conversations, as we believe that it is an important step in building a long-term, sustainable future for the space.

CB: What additional responsible gambling challenges are faced when operating an online crypto casino? 

MD: There’s still a belief that cryptocurrency gambling poses additional RG risks but if you look at the technology, you’ll see it is built in a way that makes it possible to put additional safeguards in place. 

One of the great myths around Bitcoin, for instance, is that it is anonymous. That’s not actually true. Bitcoin is a pseudo-anonymous cryptocurrency, which is a really important difference. It makes it easier to track than fiat currency in many vital aspects, and in turn provides a higher level of both RG and AML protection than you’d typically see from a traditional online casino handling bank and card transactions.

We obviously carry out  KYC procedures to verify players like any responsible operator would do. We also monitor player behaviour and offer all the tools and sense checks you would expect.  

This goes to show that there is still a lot of educational work to be done. Misconceptions around cryptocurrencies are rife and, via platforms such as LearnCrypto.com, we’re supporting those who are dedicated to helping people understand how this technology can really benefit them.

CB: Do you think that cryptocurrency casinos are now considered mainstream platforms in the gambling industry?

MD: Back in 2019, we became the front-of-shirt sponsor of Watford FC in the Premier League. It was a huge statement, putting our logo in front of a global audience totalling hundreds of millions. At the time, there was a lot of surprise, even from those within our industry, that a crypto-led brand was in a position to make such a statement.

Five years on, with main sponsorship agreements in place with Southampton, Arsenal and Newcastle currently, I think it is fair to say things have progressed a lot.

A handful of crypto casinos and sportsbooks are now among the most visible brands in all of igaming, and are also driving a significant amount of innovation in an industry that has developed – fairly or not – a reputation for complacency.

So yes, I’d say we’ve broken through those initial antiquated barriers. This doesn’t mean we’re satisfied however, Yolo Entertainment is committed to putting our customers at the centre of the universe, and whether Bitcoin is trading at $500 or $70,000, that mission will never change.

D’Emanuele is one of many decorated speakers at the CasinoBeats Summit, which takes place on May 22-23, with over 4,500 delegates from operators, suppliers, affiliates and more set to visit the 2024 event. 

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With a population of more than 125 million people, Japan is arguably in a very strong position to become one of the largest gaming markets in the world. 

Data has suggested that many bettors have shown a penchant for pachinko, but in Yolo Group’s view, Japanese bettors are also showing a preference for online casino. So it’s no surprise that this market has become a strong focus for Bitcasino. 

In part two of a discussion with SBC Media, Head of Bitcasino Jacqueline Neo shares her views on why the brand has shifted its attention towards the Japanese market as she outlines some of the key challenges with the region. 

First mover advantage

For Bitcasino, Japan has “always been a big focus”. But as of late, the casino operator has chosen to double down on the region as it continues to solidify its position within the Asian market.

She said: “Japan has always been an important market for Yolo Group. We have built a strong reputation there, together with good partners. 

“This is more of ensuring our presence in the minds of our customers do not get eroded with greater competition, and that we continue to be the leading crypto casino brand in the minds of our Japanese customers.”

From its experience in the market, Bitcasino has found that players have particularly enjoyed live games such as Baccarat, and in particular Squeeze Baccarat. 

However, an obvious player favourite that has emerged has been slots with players having a penchant for classics such as fruit slots.

Neo told SBC Media that Bitcasino finds itself in the fortunate position of having a first-mover advantage in Japan which has helped the brand to build trust with players.

“Japan represents a very important market that we believe has immense potential. We have been a pioneer in the region, we have a first-mover advantage. We have built on that to maintain our stronghold to become a true leader in this region,” she said.

According to Neo, being one of the first crypto casinos to enter the Japanese market has meant that players not only recognise the brand but also trust its platform. 

This has helped the brand to not only differentiate itself from competitors that are “just starting to dip their toes into the market” but to also help build an established player base. In the long-run, this has a positive impact on player engagement and retention. 

Neo added: “Security and trust is something that Japanese players prioritise and we’re delivering that. Trust and security is also incredibly important for crypto players in general.

“Our brand’s reputation and trust among customers have played a crucial role in establishing a lasting presence in the Japanese market.”

A lucrative opportunity

Japan isn’t the only Asian market that has caught Bitcasino’s attention. While the nation remains a “central priority”, the casino operator has also identified a number of opportunities in its near neighbours. 

Neo continued: “We are also exploring opportunities in neighbouring countries like South Korea, where we witness encouraging growth. Additionally, we are keeping a close eye on Southeast Asian countries which offer potential avenues for expansion. 

“Our commitment to inclusivity is evident through the provision of various languages on our platform. Our dedicated Japan team is at the forefront of achieving this, driving our efforts to capitalise on this lucrative market while strategically exploring growth prospects in adjacent regions.”

Bringing VIP to Japan

Something that was particularly evident was Bitcasino’s focus upon VIP experiences and the development of a crypto-led brand. And this is something that the operator is striving for in 2023 and beyond. 

One way that Bitcasino aims to achieve this is by creating a more customisable, player-centric platform that rewards players “based on their turnover”. This is where a shiny new loyalty programme comes into play. 

As the name suggests, a loyalty programme incentivises players to come back to a particular gambling site by offering rewards such as free-spins, bonuses and possibly even cashback. 

Bitcasino wants to avoid a strategy of offering every player similar rewards, and instead has been carrying out extensive research to understand “precisely what players prefer” and tailor the loyalty programme accordingly.

“Transparency and simplicity are vital to our players, and we have realised the importance of clearly communicating the rewards based on their turnover.

“The revamp of our loyalty programme is a significant undertaking, and we are committed to making it a seamless and fast system that players can easily comprehend, especially during challenging moments. This revamp is a major focus for us this year, and we’re excited about the positive impact it will have on our players’ experience.”

Bitcasino will complement its new-look loyalty programme with a “Refer a Friend” feature which Neo is confident will further engage players. 

She continued: “VIPs hold our brand in high regard, and we see this as a fantastic opportunity to leverage word-of-mouth marketing and expand our brand’s reach based on the referrals’ turnover.”

“As we continue to innovate and improve our offerings, the loyalty programme and ‘Refer a Friend’ feature represent integral components of our strategy to foster stronger player engagement and loyalty.”

Decentralisation

As the conversation focused heavily around VIPs, the idea of decentralisation cropped up – something that Bitcasino finds itself looking at increasingly more with the development of our own token.

Taking inspiration from the decentralisation of hospitality services achieved by brands such as AirBnB, Neo believes that the development of a BitCasino token will act as a testament to the “trust and reputation” of Bitcasino by creating a more “reliable and secure payment option” for VIP players.

The Head of Bitcasino explained: “This token will allow our super VIPs to hold a stake in the casino, subject to specific requirements and features that ensure they earn this privilege. By owning a stake, they not only enjoy the games and profits but also become brand ambassadors, spreading our casino’s reach within their circles. 

“This innovative approach aligns with the essence of blockchain technologies, promoting decentralisation and fostering a strong community within our ecosystem.”

“As we delve deeper into this venture, we see the growing importance of building communities to enhance customer engagement. We are excited about the potential of this decentralised casino concept, which reflects our commitment to staying at the forefront of the industry’s transformative technologies.”

Creating a new decentralised payment method sounds like a great idea on paper, but how do you facilitate the exchange of different fiat and cryptocurrencies? Enter Bombay Wallet.

Described as being a cutting-edge solution that empowers our VIPs and players with a seamless and versatile digital wallet”, Neo is confident that Bombay Wallet will facilitate new opportunities for its partners, and particularly its VIP playerbase.

She said: “At its core, Bombay Wallet enables effortless exchange between traditional currencies like USD and pounds into crypto, which we think should make everything much more convenient for our VIPs. 

“With the Bombay Wallet, users can access a wide array of entertainment-related services, including connecting it to their Bitcasino accounts, creating a unified and hassle-free experience.”

The creation of this new product stems from conversations with many of its partners based in Japan, some of whom have posed the question of ‘where can I spend my cryptocurrency?’

To answer that question, Neo noted that Bitcasino wanted to create a new, card-like feature that enables users to convert crypto to fiat currency within the same digital wallet, thereby alleviating some of the pain points associated with crypto exchange.

“This approach is a testament to our commitment to staying ahead in the blockchain technology space,” Neo added.

“Years of investment and dedication to blockchain technologies have propelled us forward, setting us apart as a leading crypto casino in the industry. Our expertise and experience uniquely position us to cater to the growing demand for decentralised casinos. 

“As we look towards the future, I am excited about the boundless potential of our casino, driven by continuous innovation and technological advancements.”

You can read part one of Jacqueline Neo’s interview HERE

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Bitcasino first opened its doors to bettors back in 2014, and in those near-10 years, a lot has changed. 

We’ve seen some governments introduce gambling regulation, we’ve seen others tighten their grip on existing legislation. And one trend that has become increasingly prominent is the adoption of digital currencies – particularly within the casino space. 

Bitcasino has been one company to put the pedal to the metal and take the lead in the crypto gaming industry.

At the recent Yolo Partners event, which took place at the company’s headquarters in Tallinn, Head of Bitcasino Jacqueline Neo took the time to sit down with SBC Media to discuss her career to date as well as some of the changes going on at Bitcasino. 

Her first steps in the gaming industry began in Singapore, before moving to Manila, Hong Kong and then Estonia where she found herself at Yolo Group. 

The Head of Bitcasino began by explaining that when she first joined Yolo Group, her primary focus was to oversee the development of a new Australian brand. However, due to coronavirus restrictions, the move down under ground to a halt. 

She started: “I started out working on two brands; the first was LuckySlots, a Thai-focused brand. I worked alongside our partner at the time to launch the brand. When that project came to an end, I worked with another joint venture brand across live casino. 

“I was tasked with growing that site completely from scratch – that involved understanding how to develop a streamlined UX and UI for the site.

“It was quite interesting for me to work alongside the developers to help live casino grow. And then we found another joint venture partner, so I spent about 10 months with them, growing the brand into a few markets. However, that partner eventually decided to focus more on fiat casinos which isn’t really a direction that Yolo Group is focusing on.”

While the door closed on this partnership, Neo explained that another door opened when Joe McCallum – Yolo Group’s Managing Director – proposed the role of Head of Bitcasino, which she “of course said yes to”.

Crypto-led

Now we’ve all heard about the growth of crypto currency (if you haven’t, where have you been for the last few years?). So it’s safe to say that it was only a matter of time before adoption of digital currencies made its way into the gaming industry.

For context, Bitcasino was among the first companies to make its foray into the crypto space. But since 2014, the space has become significantly more competitive.

Neo commented: “There was a crypto boom when I first joined Yolo Group. Prices were skyrocketing and people new to crypto found our gaming site. They were happy to wager and win crypto as well. 

“Then there was a ‘crypto winter,’ along with the rise of more crypto casinos. Back then, there weren’t many competitors in the industry, but the landscape is very different now. We face an increase in competitors and challenges.

“As we discussed, we’ve been operational for 10 years now, the landscape has changed massively. To stay ahead, we must continue to be innovative and offer our players something that they cannot get anywhere else.”

Fortunately, the extra competition from other operators hasn’t been a concern for Bitcasino. Instead, Neo noted that the increasingly saturated market has spurred Bitcasino on to continue innovating and creating new experiences for bettors.

She observed: “Over the last few years, we have had more competitors enter the market. But I think that BitCasino has the upper hand because we’ve been in the crypto space for a much longer time than most of these casinos. 

“While they might have been innovating on things that we already brought to the table, we have already moved forward by innovating in spaces such as the Metaverse and our Metaverse Casino. Players want new betting experiences so we’re committed to giving them that.”

Entering the crypto space is no easy feat. It requires an overhaul of your existing technical capabilities to ensure your platform can support crypto, implementation of stringent AML and KYC checks, extensive responsible gambling services as well as 24/7 customer support.

However, the technical benefits that this can bring for operators most certainly outweigh the challenges, Neo told SBC Media.

She added : “One reason for operators entering the crypto space is the burden of high payment service provider fees in the traditional fiat business. These fees can be absolutely exorbitant! They can eat into profits quite significantly. 

“Our joint venture partners have recognised this, and they appreciate that using cryptocurrency can help avoid these costs. Ultimately, it’s a win-win for everyone!” 

Another factor driving casinos towards the crypto space is the ability to offer a more enhanced player experience. One way of achieving this is through fast withdrawals and a streamlined user interface.

We’ve all had it where we’ve attempted to withdraw winnings from a fiat brand and found that funds can take several hours, or even days, to appear in your bank account. However, the decentralised nature of digital currencies aims to alleviate this issue. 

“Once players experience the convenience of quick withdrawals, they are less likely to return to fiat casinos, leading to increased interest in the crypto space,” the Head of Bitcasino affirmed.

“For those casino brands looking to enter the crypto space, they see the benefits that this can not only bring to their business, but also the elevated player experience.”

VIP focused

In addition to being crypto-led, Neo particularly highlighted that Bitcasino also prides itself on being VIP focused.

She continued: “I think we’re incredibly strong with our VIP relations  – if you ask any of our players, I have every confidence that you’d get a unanimous response that our VIP Management is head and shoulders above anyone else. 

“What we bring to the table is also very high limits for VIPs, unparalleled limits when compared to others in the industry. It’s very important for a VIP brand to offer high limits; we are not afraid to take those big bets. In addition to those limits, we offer top-tier VIP experiences – that is something that we are very aligned on, and it’s in line with our brand direction.”

You might now be asking, what on earth is a VIP experience? At SBC, we had the exact same question. For the Head of Bitcasino, a VIP experience involves rolling out the metaphorical red carpet and delivering an event that players will be excited to tell their friends and colleagues about. 

Neo said: “A few months back, we were able to take some of our VIPs to the World Cup final. As you can imagine, that was not an easy thing to organise, but we wanted to give our players a once in a lifetime experience that they will remember.

“The feedback we received from our VIPs was overwhelmingly positive. They told us about how they felt great being able to tell their friends about this experience, about how they had been taken care of from door-to-door. They don’t have to worry about anything – that’s the essence of a VIP experience. Our VIP team is very detail focused, and that makes the world of difference.”

From a betting perspective, however, the definition of VIP shifts slightly. At Bitcasino, being a VIP means benefiting from instant withdrawals, exclusive offers and access to new innovations. One such example is the launch of NFT drops. 

NFTs have made the headlines in recent months, with digital creators ‘dropping’ exclusive pieces of digital art and collectibles. Players are able to scan the NFTs which then brings them to the Bitcasino website.

This, Neo said, not only creates something unique and bespoke for its players but also offers advantages for Bitcasino in terms of player acquisition.

She added: “We actually carry out NFT drops for our VIPs. We also drop this to potential new players who have crypto walletsl. So we do have this technology now that is able to drop it, and from there, they can easily scan and get to our website. 

“It’s a way of them being introduced to us because the traditional way of SEO or other ways to reach out to them is no longer enough. This also appeals to crypto players much more than more traditional forms of marketing.”

Technically savvy

Talk turned towards the defining characteristics of a crypto bettor compared to their fiat counterpart, and something that Neo drew particular attention towards is the difference in technical capabilities. 

From the outset, cryptocurrency requires a degree of ‘technological know-how’. Players firstly need to understand how to use a cryptocurrency wallet, how markets can change, how to buy, sell and trade different coins and even which digital coin to use. 

But with this enhanced understanding comes a heightened demand, or at least expectation, for a more streamlined, holistic gaming experience. To do this, Bitcasino has deployed a range of gamification features.

Neo commented: “It may be cliche to say, but crypto players are considerably more tech-savvy than players using fiat currencies. They don’t simply show an interest in placing a bet or having a flutter on a slot title. Instead, they’re much more interested in features like gamification.

“We have embraced gamification by offering our players a more engaging experience – we use platforms such as Line, Telegram, etc where players can interact with a bot that sends daily tasks for players to complete and incentives for them to play. We’ve found that players have really enjoyed this.”

Something to consider when rolling out gamification features is the location. As is the case with any product, localisation is of the utmost importance – this is something that Bitcasino achieves through the different social media platforms it uses to interact with players.

For African and European players, Bitcasino uses bots on Telegram to give players ‘challenges’ and ‘tasks’ to complete for the day. For markets such as Japan, the preferred platform is Line. 

She added: “Understanding these differences is key when you want to interact with players. People are no longer using SMS or emails, it’s all about social media. So why not use that? We have to keep innovating on that front. 

“What sets our players apart is their preference for immersive gaming experiences. They actively seek a more dynamic betting experience, which encourages us to adapt our interactions to cater to their preferences. Beyond traditional offerings, we are exploring the Metaverse as a way to further engage and excite our audience.”

Part two of Jacqueline’s interview will look at future developments at Bitcasino and the prospects of the Japanese market

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Based on NFT technology, the exclusive slots games, entitled Paradise Trippies, utilitie non-fungible token assets from Paradise and award players with NFTs which it claims has “a huge potential to increase in value”. 

“One of Caleta’s main objectives in 2022 is to invest in innovation,” commented Fabiola Jaeger, CEO at Caleta. “To strengthen this path, we believe that the association with strategic partners is very important. 

“In this joint-venture between Caleta, Paradise Trippies and Bitcasino we combine these elements to create an innovative game that I’m sure will be a great success.”

This new game developed by Caleta is part of an interactive entertainment offer by Bitcasino in the Paradise Trippies’ island along with other campaigns and promotions, where the prizes will not only be in cash but also with NFTs.

Luis Proença, Product Owner of Caleta, added “A few slot games were released with the NFT theme, but we wanted to achieve something new for the crypto community. So we decided to take it a step further and make a game where the player can really win NFT’s during the bonus feature. 

“We are very excited with this new technology that we developed and all the possibilities that come along with the blockchain integration”.

Paradise Trippies, the company not the title, has launched a collection of NFTs that contain 10,000 visual assets to its community and is based on a digital island where the only access is for Paradise NFT owners only.

Andy Booth, Founder at Paradise Trippies, explained “We are delighted to have teamed up with Caleta, a subsidiary of Bitcasino, and they have produced something special here. We are excited to produce an entertainment platform and gaming community on the Paradise Trippies island”.

Within the base mode of the slot title, the game includes a wild event feature that results in up to two wild reels, with reels two, three or four, turning wild randomly. Once this happens, wild symbols will stack on the reels previously mentioned. 

Moreover, if three or more bonus symbols land, a wooden crate, in any position, it will trigger the legendary box bonus. Once activated, players will click in the box to spin the reel and reveal a price. If they hit the mega trip symbol, they will enter the mega trip bonus. 

Once in the mega trip, it will automatically spin and award the player with monetary prizes or real NFTs. If it is the latter, the NFT will be added to the players’ wallet within 72 hours. 

NFTs are sorted by three levels of rarity: bad, good, and special. 

“We are really pleased to finally be able to give the community their first taste of the fun and games available as we progress with our roadmap on Paradise Island,” added Jon Booth, Lead Creative at Paradise Trippies. 

“This is just the beginning of the exciting things that we have in store for you all.” added Jon Booth Lead Creative at Paradise Trippies.”

Concluding, Tauri Tiitsaar, Director of Casino at Yolo Group, noted: “Bitcasino is thrilled to support the launch of this exclusive slots game and we’re certain it will be one of the favourites among the players. 

“The possibilities of gaming in the metaverse that we’ve only begun to explore are endless, and we see huge potential for delivering web 3.0 entertainment to the players so this is very exciting.”

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The collaboration between the two will see Bitcasino promote its brand along with 3ICE through various promotions, gameday activations, web series video content, free-to-play games, and gift certificate giveaways for fans across Canada. 

EJ Johnston, 3ICE‘s Founder & CEO, stated: “We are truly excited to partner with Bitcasino and extend the skill, fun, and flash of our game to their community of sports fans, Bitcasino is all about entertainment and fun, and a perfect partner for us and our fans. 

“They think as we do and the innovative ways fans across Canada will be able to engage and experience their brand is something we are very excited about; content, games, VIP promotions, exclusive access, and more – I can’t wait.”

Early promotions will include an opportunity for Bitcasino customers to win a VIP experience at 3ICE’s Canadian tour-stops, as well as a free-to-play Pick ‘Em Bracket contest where fans can attempt to pick winners and exact scores of each game for a chance to win cash and prizes.

Video content aspects of the partnership will include a Club Talk chat show where Bitcasino will feature 3ICE players, executives, and coaches. Other content will include a digital web series.

Tauri Tiitsaar, Bitcasino‘s Director of Casino, voiced his excitement: “3ICE was brought to life for one reason only, to give the fans like me, pure excitement. This resonates very well with what we at Bitcasino have always aimed for by giving our players the most fun, fast and fair gaming experience, without taking any shortcuts. 

“Innovation has always been the unrelenting drive for Bitcasino and we feel 3ICE shares the same vision.“

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The new cashier function works on all mobile devices, enabling players to track deposits and withdrawals, while ethereum – the world’s second most popular cryptocurrency after bitcoin – is also now accepted.

Tauri Tiitsaar, head of casino at Bitcasino.io, said: “Mobile betting has never been more popular, so it makes sense for us to cater for players to offer the best service possible.

“We’re always looking to innovate and stay one step ahead of our rivals, and that’s exactly what we are doing with the launch of our mobile-first cashier and addition of the world’s second most valuable cryptocurrency.

“We are positive players will love both additions,” said Tiitsaar.

Bitcasino users can now deposit, play, win and withdraw in both bitcoin and ethereum, while also taking advantage of BTCXE, the industry-first fiat-to-bitcoin currency converter.

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The casino’s Telegram login offers players an easy sign-in process, while also opening its offering to more than 200 million monthly active Telegram users.

The move comes after the Coingaming Group, which operates Bitcasino, launched a unique and streamlined Telegram bot.

The bot, which has already proved popular among players on Bitcasino’s partner website Sportsbet.io, enables players to place bets directly through the popular Telegram instant messaging service.

Bitcasino.io has also confirmed that SOC coin, the dedicated cryptocurrency of popular football app All Football, will now be accepted.

The addition of SOC coin means players are now able to deposit, wager and withdraw in bitcoin, ethereum, Euro and SOC coin across both Bitcasino.io and Sportsbet.io.

Tauri Tiitsaar, head of casino at Bitcasino.io, said: “We’re proud to have been able to deliver two exclusive features in such a short timeframe for our customers.

“This double integration will allow millions more players to access our full range of casino content, which includes a wide range of slot and table games, and we’re looking forward to welcoming them to our casino.”

In May, the Bitcasino sealed a groundbreaking partnership with BlockTech to integrate BTCXE, a fiat-to-bitcoin currency converter. The move simplified depositing for players and welcomes those using credit and debit cards with a simple fiat-to-bitcoin exchange service.

BTCXE uses the iSignthis platform and adheres to best-practice AML and KYC procedures, while the processing fee is set at a consistent 1.95 per cent of the fiat currency amount.

COMMENT: The Telegram move follows the recent integration into the Bitcasino offering of the converter and a mobile-first cashier, as well as the acceptance of payment in ethereum. The cashier function works on all mobile devices, enabling players to track deposits and withdrawals and, along with the Telegram login functionality and converter, signals a ramping up from the Coingaming Group Bitcasino, whose reputation continues to grow.

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Under the terms of the agreement, OneTouch will take a selection of its live dealer products to the online casino later in the year, including live dealer Baccarat, Roulette and Blackjack. 

Tauri Tiitsaar, director of casino at Bitcasino, said of the entity’s latest partnership: “OneTouch is among the industry’s fastest-growing suppliers, so we are thrilled to be integrating its world class collection of slot and table games.

“The company’s impressive product offering fits well with our track-record of providing fun, fast and fair immersive gaming experiences, so we can’t wait to introduce it to our players. We are certain that these games are going to be a big hit.” 

Founded in 2014, and lauded as “the world’s first licensed Bitcoin-focused operator,” OneTouch states that the commercial partnership will represent a boost to its appeal amongst a wide range of audiences.

Ollie Castleman, head of marketing at OneTouch, stated: “Bitcasino is the industry’s foremost cryptocurrency specialist, and this partnership allows our offering to continue expanding across a diverse set of product verticals.

“Our unique mobile-first gaming suite has continued to go from strength to strength this year, and we’ve lined up an additional range of exciting product launches and operator deals for the coming period.”

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Under the terms of the new introduction, wagers on slots games from the likes of Microgaming, Play’n GO and Pragmatic Play will now earn Bitcasino players bonus points which can be used for spins on Phoenix Jackpot.

Striving to introduce a new engaging twist on the traditional jackpot, the bitcoin casino operated by the Coingaming Group states that each spin offers players the chance to collect symbols, with the jackpot landing once a player collects all six. 

Tauri Tiitsaar, director of casino at Bitcasino.io, commented on the jackpot: “We are immensely proud of our new Phoenix Jackpot game, which is the result of a fully in-house development that is really pushing forward what is possible within the online casino space.

“Bitcasino.io players enjoy games from a range of the industry’s best slots suppliers, so to be able to collect points from across these games while earning the chance to win a big jackpot is a powerful tool that improves engagement, retention and gives customers greater value.

“Once again, Bitcasino.io has worked hard to place the player at the centre of the universe and deliver a fun, fast and fair experience for all.”

Beginning as a one week promotion, and returning as a permanent feature following “overwhelming support,” users could also benefit from a mega jackpot which grows in value as it collects from each spin.

Gabrielo Kolawole, team lead for the project, added: “The Phoenix Jackpot team is excited to take the conventional casino jackpot experience to the next level by gamifying the entire experience, while we deliver a unique engaging platform to the players as they compete with other active players in casino for the jackpot prize.”

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The seven-day exclusive deal sees operator Bitcasino seeking to boost acquisition with players keen to play before the game is officially released.

Players can now deposit, play, win and withdraw in both bitcoin and ethereum, as well SOC coin, while also taking advantage of BTCXE, the industry-first fiat-to-bitcoin currency converter.

Tauri Tiitsaar, head of casino at Bitcasino.io, said: “Our exclusive access to Joan of Arc is an addition that’s set to inject yet more fun into the gaming experience of both our existing and new players.

“Gameart’s brand new title is their best yet and their fans are sure to be excited by the prospect of immersing themselves into the world of an iconic historical heroine. We are very confident it will prove to be a great collaboration.”

Almir Kudic, head of account management at Gameart, added: “Bitcasino.io is one of the most innovative and fastest-growing casino operators in the industry and we are delighted to have agreed an exclusive deal with them.

“They already boast some of the most exciting and engaging titles available, so it’s a great privilege to have agreed an exclusive partnership.”

The slot, which goes live on Bitcasino on Wednesday, September 19, sends players on an epic journey as they bid to unlock rewards with legendary heroine Joan of Arc.

Players will be drawn to the innovative “expand and split” function, which randomly replaces and separates all icons with arrow borders when scatters are triggered, rewarding them with seven free spins.

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