It is our pleasure to bring to you the latest from the gaming and betting industry each month. This months’ newsletter talks about how blockchain provides security and stability to gamers by improving their gaming experiences with NFTS (non-fungible tokens). As more and more game developers start using blockchain and NFTS, players are set to gain the most value.
The newsletter also has news on Newyork’s plan to legalize sports betting and the latest news from the industry. Hope you find the news interesting.
Blockchain Game Development
Blockchain is only a game changer if players are stakeholders
The recent boom of NFTs has led many to think of blockchain, the underlying technology that supports them, as a solution seeking a problem — sometimes rightfully so. Yet, blockchain’s potential to decentralize virtually any organization and establish uniqueness and ownership of digital content makes it possible for individuals to interact in a trusted manner without the involvement of third parties.
How NFTS Are Trickling into the Online Casino Scene
If there’s one thing we can say about the online gambling scene, it’s that it can keep up with the times! While some parts of it remain virtually untouched, it’s incredibly open to change in other aspects, which leads it down some interesting avenues.
NFT-based play-to-earn game with a nostalgic 8-bit design set for launch
The gaming industry is becoming hugely decentralized. Today, play-to-earn (P2E) games are spearheading new developments. They have introduced digital identities, in-game assets and are giving players ownership. These games show the connection between the physical and digital worlds.
Online Casino and Sports Betting
New York to Legalize Online Sports Betting for the First Time in January 2022
It was a November to remember for the gambling sector, with confirmation that New York had awarded its first online sports betting licenses. While wagering has been legal in the state at designated sportsbook properties, until now, placing bets online has been prohibited.
US Casinos Have Won More Money From Gamblers in 2021 Than in Any Other Year
The American Gaming Association (AGA) revealed today that commercial casinos have generated record gaming revenue in 2021. January through October, gross gaming revenue (GGR) from traditional casino gaming, sports betting, and iGaming totals approximately $43.43 billion. That’s just shy of the all-time record of $43.65 billion set in 2019.
Game Development
New Jersey Gambler Sets Online Slot Jackpot Record
A New Jersey gambler hit a seven-figure jackpot on one of the state’s several online casinos. The $3.5 million payout was the largest in the history of U.S. online gambling. The jackpot was hit by a gambler identified as “Dori B” on BetMGM’s platform. It just barely edges out the previous online jackpot record set by the same online casino in 2020 when it paid one for $3.2 million.
Why Poker Machine Maker Aristocrat Leisure Is Splurging $5b to Get Into ‘Real Money Gaming’
Twitter is experiencing growth in sports, and it’s sparked considerations on the sports betting front as well. According to Front Office Sports, tweets sent on the social media platform during NFL games are up 11% this year and unique college football tweeters are up 35%.
A Wave Of New Blockchain Games Are Accelerating Mainstream Adoption Of Collectibles And NFTs
Is Gambling In Latin America Regulated?
Nintendo Switch Online Adding One of the N64’s Best Games
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