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BioWorld by Clarivate Rethinks Obesity in New Special Investigation, Finding Fitness May Be More Linked to Health than Weight

February 6, 2023 Published by Roboticulized.com

BioWorld published by Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a global leader in connecting people and organizations to intelligence they can trust to transform their world, explores how difficult scientific detachment can be for health topics that have large cultural components- such as obesity. After many years of research and development, drug-induced weight loss has matured into a viable therapeutic option. Special investigation from BioWorld provides in-depth analysis of the latest advances in metabolic health, how fitness may play a role in these shifts and how scientists’ perceptions of the obesity epidemic may shift.

According to the World Obesity Federation, one billion people globally will be living with obesity by 2030. With medical researchers’ laser focus on finding solutions to address the obesity epidemic, excitement is finally building around the next generation of drugs developed to help adults shed excess weight. These new classes of drugs offer promising results and may provide an alternative solution to weight loss other than invasive procedures such as bariatric surgery. While new weight loss drugs are an extraordinary advance in medicine and will likely become some of the most prescribed of all medications in the upcoming years, how will perceptions in the medical community around the role of fitness in weight loss and overall health evolve?

Following deep analysis of the latest studies on weight loss, metabolic health and fitness, BioWorld Science Managing Editor, Anette Breindl, discusses:

How difficult scientific detachment can be for health topics that have large cultural components. Heated debates continue around the discrepancies between individuals with Body Mass Index (BMI) in the “overweight” range, often associated with the greatest longevity, and individuals in the so-called “Class I obesity” category, who often live as long as those with a “normal” BMI.
How weight loss is blind to the behavioral differences between brown and white fats. Weight may be a poor proxy for health as fat cells are distributed throughout the body, and the details of where they are and what they are doing matter a great deal.
The effects of GLP-1R agonists, also called incretin mimetics, which go far beyond weight loss, and the question of whether weight loss is causal to their effects.
How new methods are enabling a molecular understanding of exercise, which may be much more important to health than weight is.

Lynn Yoffee, Publisher, BioWorld said: “Drug-induced weight loss has finally matured into a viable therapeutic option for patients. At the same time, there are longstanding concerns that the health effects of weight might be overrated. Can a person still be considered fit and healthy despite being over what is considered a normal weight? BioWorld Science Managing Editor Anette Breindl has reviewed the latest research around these challenges and raised several complicated red flags, just as millions of people are desperately hoping that the new weight loss pills are the answer in the quest to be healthy.”

The Malaysia BNPL Market is expected to contribute ~$3.0 Bn by 2027F owing to Entry of Global Players, Partnerships and Changing Demographics: Ken Research

February 6, 2023 Published by TheFintechBuzz.com

Malaysia BNPL Market is at growing stage and has a consolidated market with about 5-6 major players capturing large portion of the market. Atome is the market leader.

The population of Malaysia is becoming more tech-savvy which will drive the adoption of technology and hence, BNPL services in the country.
E-commerce will continue to drive the majority of revenue for BNPL industry due to increasing popularity of E-Commerce among the population.
Central and Eastern Malaysia will continue to attract more investment with Pahang aiming to become leading state in business activity and Selangor attracting more investors by having highly skilled labor.

Entry of Global BNPL Players: The Malaysian BNPL industry has become one of the most attractive markets in the Southeast Asian region. As a result, global BNPL platforms are considering to extend their product offerings for consumers in the country. In Singapore and Malaysia alone, the firm is expecting the BNPL market to grow significantly by 2025. In these two Southeast Asian countries, the firm is looking at the target market for bigger ticket installment plans. Notably, in New Zealand and Australia, the firm has partnered with 5,000 merchants.

Emerging New Players: Malaysian BNPL Market is expected to grow over the coming years and thus, new players are entering the market intending to gain market share in the already competitive but growing BNPL industry. Shop Back Pay Later, the BNPL feature, integrates the services of Hoolah acquired by firm in 2021. The entry of these new players into the BNPL sector is expected to further drive competition and innovation in Malaysia and assist in the growth of the market.

E-Commerce driving market: E-commerce will continue to drive the majority of revenue for BNPL industry due to increasing popularity of E-Commerce among the population. As more vendors adopt BNPL services, it will lead to increase in traction for BNPL Players in E-Commerce earning them more revenues. Rise of new segments like Automotive, Insurance etc. will reduce the share of E-commerce in BNPL.

Analysts at Ken Research in their latest publication “Malaysia BNPL Market Outlook to 2027F- Driven by Digitalization, Rising Tech-Savvy Population, Increasing M&A Deals, Partnerships between BNPL players“ by Ken Research observed that BNPL Market is an emergent BNPL Market in Malaysia at a growing stage from the economic crisis after pandemic. The Entry of Global BNPL Players, Strategic Partnerships along with government initiatives is expected to contribute to the market growth over the forecast period. The market is expected to grow at a 38.5% CAGR during 2022-2027F owing to the rise in economy of the country, increasing young population and new government policies.

Key Segments Covered in the report:-

Malaysia BNPL Market

By Mode Of Payment

Online
Offline

By End-users

E-Commerce Retail
Consumer Electronics
Food Aggregators
Travel Aggregators
Others

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By Geography

Kuala Lumpur
Selangor
Sabah
Sarawak
Others

By Age Group

18-30
30-40
40-50
Above 50

Key Target Audience:-

Bankers and associations
Government associations
Corporates
Investment firms
Government Bodies & Regulating Authorities
Fintech companies
Venture capitalists

Time Period Captured in the Report:-

· Historical Period: 2019-2022P
· Base Year: 2022P
· Forecast Period: 2022P-2027F

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Companies Covered:-

Atome
MY IOU
Shopback
Split
Grab’s Pay Later
Pace

Key Topics Covered in the Report:-

Global Overview of Buy Now Pay Later Industry
Ecosystem and Value Chain of Malaysia BNPL Market
Market Size of Buy Now Pay Later Industry in Malaysia
Market Segmentation of Buy Now Pay Later Industry in Malaysia
SWOT Analysis and Growth Drivers of Malaysia BNPL Market
Trends and Challenges of Malaysia BNPL Market
Demand Side Analysis and Supply Side Analysis
Competition Framework of Malaysia BNPL Market
Future Outlook of Future Outlook
Case Study and Analyst Recommendations

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Malaysia Buy Now Pay Later Market

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South Africa Buy Now Pay Later Market Outlook to 2027F– Driven by digitalization, government support, increasing working age population, with upsurge in Gen-Z & millennials population coupled with shifting preference towards easy interest free extra credit line sources

Buy Now Pay Later industry in South Africa is estimated to generate a revenue of USD 1569 Million in 2027E, expanding at a CAGR of double digits in between 2022P and 2027E Increasing demand for extra credit line with less stringent KYC procedures without relying on CIBIL scores will be traction for consumers for utilization of BNPL services. Retailers as end user will witness upsurge in revenue contribution to 80% of the market share as more retailers will be coming forward to incorporate the BNPL services in their online and offline store to increase consumer base by collaborating with BNPL players.

KSA Buy Now Pay Later Market Outlook to 2027- Driven by digitalization, government support as a part of Saudi vision 2030 increasing Genz & millennials population due to influx of expatriates coupled with shifting preference towards easy interest free extra credit line sources

The KSA BNPL industry is estimated to expand at a CAGR of ~xx% in between 2022P and 2027E on the basis of number of transactions done. Increasing adoption of cashless society with emergence of digital payments fueled by surging working age class will derive the traction of BNPL industry among the users in KSA Increasing demand for extra credit line with less stringent KYC procedures without relying on CIBIL scores will be traction for consumers for utilization of BNPL services. Average order value of BNPL transactions is estimated to expand at a CAGR of xx% in between 2022P and 2027E. A gradual increase in the contribution of below 24 years of age group in market share will be observed in the coming future. This is attributed to increasing GenZ and millennials who will be readily adopting BNPL as the mode of their transactions. Online mode of payment will continue to dominate the BNPL industry in KSA due to Sharia compliant which promotes digital payments when compared to offline mode.

UAE Buy Now Pay Later Industry Outlook to 2027: Driven by adoption of cashless society, increasing Genz & Millennials population coupled with shifting preference towards easy interest free extra credit line sources

UAE BNPL market is expected to expand with a single digit CAGR in between 2022 and 2027 on the basis of revenue generated. It is anticipated that BNPL industry will grow at a substantial rate owing to factors such as due to wider acceptability at shops and better product offerings in a competitive landscape in the coming years. UAE has been culturally conservative towards BNPL and it is always seen as a debt trap instrument. But new-age start-ups are very focused on changing this mentality by creating awareness about how BNPL can be used for daily expenditure. Many new FinTechs will be entering the UAE BNPL space by offering BNPL cards to individuals and corporates. All the BNPL Players in this space are trying to attract customers through their digital offerings and will witness significant growth in new BNPL customers in the coming years. BNPL Players are also focusing on bringing out co-branded cards with features and rewards dedicated to a segment. Some global players are providing best-in-class BNPL solutions with the latest mobile application features such as digital onboarding, enhanced UX/UI, single click payment, QR, token-based payments, dispute resolution, in-app support and spend analysis. Traditional players need to take a cue from these players to enhance their offerings in the coming future. Players in this sector need to focus more on building the omnichannel ecosystem to cater to both the offline and online market.

India Buy Now Pay Later Market Outlook to 2026: Cascading Growth driven by one-click payment ease, unmatched expediency among lending solutions and free of cost deferment of payments, coupled with rising adoption by Merchant Payments due to increase in Customer Conversion and Sales Value

The Used Buy Now Pay later Market in India is anticipated to grow with the growing adoption of smart phones and internet penetration, credit demand unfulfilled by credit cards, and convenience offered by BNPL platforms. Over the forecast period FY’22-FY’26, the India Buy Now Pay Later Market is further anticipated to showcase an upward trend in terms of Gross Merchandise Value (“GMV”) and average ticket size, much faster than the earlier years, with the market consistently expanding. Expected RBI regulations are expected to make the market more secure for customers as well.

Octoplay appoints Ralitsa Georgieva

February 6, 2023 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Experienced Industry Professional Joins Octoplay as Director of Business Development

Games development company, Octoplay, has announced the appointment of Ralitsa Georgieva as its new Director of Business Development.

Ms. Georgieva, who previously held the position of Head of Commercials at Bombay Group, will play a pivotal role in the growth of Octoplay in regulated markets.

She has previously worked with Octoplay’s CEO, Carl Ejlertsson, at Red Tiger, and her in-depth understanding of operator requirements and expectations make her an invaluable asset to the team.

Commenting on her appointment, Mr. Ejlertsson said: “Ralitsa is an incredibly talented and knowledgeable individual, and we are thrilled to have her on the team. She is well-connected in the industry and has a deep understanding of what we are striving to achieve at Octoplay.”

Ms. Georgieva added: “Octoplay is making a significant impact in the industry, and I am excited to join the team at such an exciting time. I am also looking forward to reuniting with Carl and Nick Vuchev, with whom I had great success at Red Tiger.”

Octoplay recently launched Penguin King, its second in-house studio, which will develop cash games. The studio will complement Super Hippo under the company umbrella by producing unique titles using its own technology that are distributed on its proprietary Remote Games Server.

The company is focused on regulated markets and was granted a recognition notice by the Malta Gaming Authority in December 2022 to go alongside its Romanian licence.

World Series of Poker Unveils Complete Daily Event Schedule for 2023

February 6, 2023 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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The richest, most prestigious and longest-running poker series – the World Series of Poker® (WSOP®) – announced the daily event schedule for its 2023 tournament, which is shaping up to be the biggest and best WSOP of all time with a tournament schedule poised to shatter previous records. The 54th annual WSOP returns to the Las Vegas Strip at Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas from May 30 to July 18, 2023, offering more tables, more variety and the largest slate of bracelet events ever scheduled in its rich history.

The 2023 WSOP builds on the momentum of a 2022 tournament that saw 197,626 entrants from more than 100 countries and a record-breaking $347.9 million total prize pool in its new home. This summer’s event will feature the biggest capacity in series history with 608 tables spread across more than 200,000 square feet of convention space, 24/7 live cash game action including a brand-new permanent World Series of Poker Hall of Fame® Poker Room, and the first-ever $300 price point tournament in WSOP history.

The centerpiece of the summer will be the $10,000 No-Limit Hold’em World Championship, best known as “The Main Event®,” which returns July 3-17 following 2022’s 8,663 entrants, the second-largest field in the history of live poker.

“With the momentum generated from the WSOP’s debut on the Las Vegas Strip last year, we expect a record-breaking WSOP and World Championship at Paris and Horseshoe Las Vegas in 2023,” said Ty Stewart, SVP & Executive Director of the WSOP. “If the Main Event is on your bucket list, this is the year to get to Vegas.”

After falling just short of the Main Event record in 2022, organizers have put together a vast new series of promotions under the theme of “Main Event Mania” to eclipse the record field set in 2006, including:

600 Main Event Seats Guaranteed from GGPoker: The world’s biggest poker room and exclusive WSOP satellite partner GGPoker has stepped up to offer 500 guaranteed Main Event seats on GGPoker through international qualifiers and another 100 seats on the ClubGG.net subscription site. The 600 total seats or $6,000,000 in prize pool represents an increase that more than doubles GGPoker’s official qualifiers from the 2022 series. Online satellites will begin in March.

Main Event Mania at Casinos Worldwide: 2023 will see the WSOP’s first-ever Global Qualification Weekend on May 20-21 at live poker rooms on five continents around the world. Just before the start of the WSOP in Las Vegas, poker rooms around the globe will join forces to offer Guaranteed Seat satellite tournaments to send players to the 2023 Main Event. Each poker room will offer a “step” tournament at a $140 buy-in and a culminating mega of $1,175 awarding a guaranteed seat and travel stipend to Las Vegas.

Additional hosts will be announced, but resorts already committed to hosting Main Event Mania the weekend of May 20-21 in the United States include Harrah’s Cherokee, Horseshoe Las Vegas, Horseshoe Tunica, Horseshoe St. Louis, Harrah’s Pompano, Turning Stone Casino, Hard Rock Tulsa, Grand Victoria Casino (Elgin, Ill.) and Horseshoe Council Bluffs. International partners, spanning four different continents, confirmed to host “Main Event Mania” include: King’s Resort (Czech Republic), Club Pierre Charron Paris (France), Deerfoot Inn & Casino Calgary (Canada), Enjoy Punta del Este Resort and Casino (Uruguay), and Casino Es Saadi Marrakech (Morocco).

WSOP’s 112 Seat Sprint: As the poker world descends upon Las Vegas, WSOP becomes the best place to qualify for the 2023 Main Event. From June 25 to July 8, a whopping 112 Main Event seats will be guaranteed on WSOP Online. The sprint to the record will begin on Sunday, June 25 with 10 seats being guaranteed per day. The centerpiece $250,000 guarantee, 25 Seat Scramble highlights the festivities and will take place on Sunday, July 2. The effort culminates with a last-chance drawing for the final seat in the Main Event on Saturday, July 8. In addition, “All-In” satellites from $80 to $126 will run daily from June 25 to July 8 with no fees.

WSOP Online Bracelet Events: Popular WSOP Online Bracelet events are back, including every Sunday during the summer, with three special “Double Up Bracelet Days” on June 4, June 25, and July 9. The schedule is highlighted by exciting events including the $500 Summer Saver, a $3,200 High Roller, and the signature $1,000 NLHE Online Championship. New events also include a $300 Summer Kick-Off and a $5,300 High Roller Championship Event that will have the final table played live in Las Vegas slated during WSOP Online’s Championship Week.

Main Event for Life: If the Main Event record is broken, all entrants in the field will be placed into a drawing that awards a non-transferrable Main Event buy-in for the next 30 years. The drawing will utilize each player’s Caesars Rewards number and would be held on Saturday, July 8.

Horseshoe Las Vegas is hosting the WSOP for the first time since its rebrand from Bally’s Las Vegas, symbolizing the series’ return to its roots, as the first-ever tournament was hosted at Las Vegas’ original Horseshoe in 1970. As an ode to this legacy, the resort recently opened a first-of-its-kind WSOP Hall of Fame Poker room which will host select WSOP tournaments during this summer’s series and soon feature a WSOP Hall of Fame exhibit as an homage to the legendary players and the iconic trophies of the sport.

Daily Deep Stack tournaments will once again run every day from June 1 to July 17, with buy-ins ranging from $200 to $400. In addition, Daily Mega Satellites will happen from May 31 to July 14 with buy-ins starting at $135 and topping off at $25,000. The WSOP main cage will again be placed at Paris Las Vegas while the TV set staging for the Final Table will be at Horseshoe Las Vegas as the two buildings are connected and share a parking garage.

CBS Sports returns for a third season as broadcast partner of the WSOP with daily streaming also available on PokerGo. More details on bracelet events and 2023 Main Event coverage will be announced soon.

When booking early, entrants of the WSOP bracelet events can enjoy reduced hotel room rates at Horseshoe and Paris, as well as all Caesars Entertainment resorts in Las Vegas by using the special advanced booking code “WSOP23”. Rates are based on availability and are subject to change.

New and Noteworthy:

WSOP’s Tournament of Champions Moves to Kickoff Week: May 31-June 2 – The $1,000,000 freeroll Tournament of Champions is back but is now positioned at the beginning of the schedule. The 2023 field will be limited to those winning a WSOP Circuit ring at a live event or during a GGPoker.net online circuit from July 20, 2022 to May 22, 2023, as well as winners from WSOP Online 2022 and WSOP Europe 2022. Registration for the 2023 Tournament of Champions will open on Tuesday, May 30 at 9:00 a.m. and 2023 bracelet winners will be eligible for the 2024 tournament.

$1,000 Buy-In Mystery Millions: May 31-June 5 – A fan-favorite from 2022, the $1,000 Million Dollar Bounty returns as Mystery Millions but with a guaranteed first place and a guaranteed $1,000,000 top bounty. Featuring a mystery bounty for up to $1 million that players draw for, this begins as a regular tournament with those who advance to day two claiming the bounty of players they knock out. Each player who knocks someone out also gets an additional prize bounty.

$300 Buy-In Gladiators of Poker – An event for everyone with the most affordable price point on this year’s schedule and it offers a $3,000,000 guaranteed prize pool.

Key Operational Notes:

Online Registration: To avoid queues and congestion, WSOP encourages players to utilize the online/mobile registration process to sign-up for events, allowing players to register and pay online. WSOP uses BravoPokerLive to manage online/mobile registrations. Players who register online will need to visit the Champagne Ballroom located in the Le Centre Des Conventions in Paris Las Vegas and have their identification validated. Once verified, players can simply pick event(s) online via Bravo, utilize the self-service kiosks located throughout the Paris and Horseshoe convention centers to print their seat cards, and go directly to their table. Registration will open in May. WSOP will announce to the public when it is live.

In-Person Registration: The main registration area will be located in the Champagne Ballroom with more stations added to both the main registration and VIP cages. Hours of operation begin Tuesday, May 30 at 9:00 a.m. and will remain open 24 hours a day non-stop through Tuesday, July 18. Guests are required to present valid photo identification, along with their Caesars Rewards card and payment to enter events.

Caesars Rewards (CR): The location will be in the Champagne Ballroom near the main and VIP registration cages for players to obtain loyalty cards. Caesars Rewards kiosks will also be available for players to reprint their card without having to visit a CR representative.

Methods of Payment for WSOP Events: Cash, credit/debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express), ACH, wire transfers or cashier’s checks drawn from the registrant’s accredited bank account and made out to Participant or Paris, Paris or Horseshoe gaming chips, Paris Tournament Buy-In Chips, or Tournament Buy-In Credit are all acceptable forms of payment for 2023 WSOP. Additional fees will be incurred on all ACH/credit/debit card transactions. Participants using credit/debit cards must have a valid ID that matches the cardholder’s name present on the credit card used for the transaction.

WSOP Tournament Account: Players can wire in funds for WSOP events or place money on account when they arrive. After setting up an account at the WSOP Main Cage in the Champagne Ballroom, the player will have the option to register online or via mobile device for WSOP tournaments with the funds used to initiate the account and simply print seat card(s) at one of the kiosks – avoiding the need to use the registration line to enter events.

Payouts – Players collect their winnings at the WSOP Main Cage in the Champagne Ballroom. Players can request one of the following methods of payment: cash, wire transfer, casino chips, check, or tournament account deposit. Those who have a Bravo Tournament Buy-In Account can direct funds back to their account.

International Players Applying for an ITIN: International players are required to bring an additional form of identification that shows residential address, such as a signed lease agreement, a utility bill or a mobile phone bill.

Satellites for WSOP gold bracelet events have begun on WSOP and will run continuously through the event. Outside the U.S., the WSOP has deepened its partnership with GGPoker who has exclusivity to run satellite packages to the WSOP. More details to be announced soon.

Deposits for WSOP will now be located just past the Payouts & Player Services in the Champagne Ballroom, which were previously located at the Rio in the Lambada Room.

To view important details about this year’s event, visit WSOP. This page will be live leading up to and during the event, where players can find all relevant information about the WSOP. Structure sheets for each individual event are expected to be posted on WSOP beginning in March.

Players must bring with them valid government-issued picture identification with current residential address, as well as a secondary form of ID (like a bill or statement confirming address). Players residing outside the United States must have a valid passport, in addition to another form of credible identification that includes address information.

The schedule, events, start times, end times and locations of events are subject to change. Tournament chips have no cash value. Winners will be required to provide a valid picture ID. Tax forms will be completed for those with winnings in excess of $5,000 net of event buy-in. Players without a Tax Identification Number and foreign players from non-tax treaty countries are subject to up to 30 percent tax withholding.

WSOP reserves the right to cancel, change or modify the tournament or any tournament event, in part or in whole, without notice.

MiFinity Launches MiFinity Bonus Site to Enhance Customer Engagement

February 6, 2023 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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MiFinity, the fastest-growing eWallet in the industry, announced today the launch of its latest customer engagement initiative, the MiFinity Bonus site. Part of the company’s affiliate programme, the site showcases exclusive deals and offers from MiFinity’s partners across multiple industries, including travel, Forex, and iGaming.

MiFinity Bonus solves the challenge of standing out and reaching the right audience, by providing a platform where customers can easily find their favourite brands’ offers and where brands can reach engaged customers.

Brands with MiFinity as an integrated payment method can showcase their exclusive deals on the site. Offers are continually updated, and customers can access them with just one click. For example, iGaming brands can showcase their latest casino offers, making them available at a click of a button for players to access across different countries and territories.

MiFinity CMO, Paul Gent explained:

“The ability to create personalised, relevant and timely campaigns is something all marketers and affiliates need so they can target the right people at the right time. As an eWallet provider, we can use our platforms to communicate with our partners’ customers and showcase their brands and deals differently. Helping our partners stand out from the crowd, ensuring their messages aren’t lost in someone’s inbox or newsfeed and helping their customers find the content they want to engage with.”

The MiFinity Affiliates team promotes the site through multiple channels, including in-app notifications, social media, email, and SMS, using consumer preferences and transaction history to deliver personalized and timely touchpoints.

A successful year for MiFinity Affiliates

MiFinity Affiliates was launched last year at ICE London 22. Paying the highest commission in the industry, up to 35% revenue commission to its affiliate partners, the affiliate programme has signed up numerous brands.

CEO Paul Kavanagh credits the success of MiFinity Affiliates to its attractive commission rates and the collective experience of its affiliate marketing team. He said:

“Our commission rates are highly attractive, we pay revenue commission on all Transfer To and FX fees and lifetime commissions paid on signups to MiFinity through our affiliates. And we have also built a strong team with years of experience working with brands to drive conversions and revenue. The launch of MiFinity Bonus site provides us and our partners with another platform for customer engagement: a platform that customers are already actively seeking out and visiting regularly.”

Customer engagement is key

Customer engagement is essential to MiFinity. The company is on a mission to make online payments simple, secure and convenient, and to provide a best-in-class customer experience.

MiFinity is live in over 225 countries and territories worldwide, with over 75 integrated payment methods, 17 native currencies, and 20 languages. With a MiFinity eWallet, users can send money globally with low fees and a great customer experience.

MiFinity also offers customers in the EEA and UK a free virtual IBAN linked to their MiFinity account. This allows users to send money from any IBAN-enabled bank account to their eWallet with ZERO deposit fees.

Meet the MiFinity Affiliate team at ICE London 2023 at Stand N5-300 to learn more about MiFinity Bonus and MiFinity’s affiliate programme.

ProgressPlay bringing new Licensee platform to ICE

February 5, 2023 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Whitelabel and platform provider ProgressPlay is bringing a new Licensee platform to ICE2023 in London with a dedicated stand N8-340, heralding in a new era of service by the dynamic company now into its second decade of iGaming market supply.

This new service introduction is devoted to operator differentiation underpinned by a high-quality new technology platform that can be configured around any tailored third party configuration.

During 2022 and into 2023 ProgressPlay’s significant platform re-engineering investment, which primarily benefits the B2B channel, will be accented on current as well as pipeline operators, with single or multiple brand ambitions.

ProgressPlay has also relaunched their popular 25% discount Global Shows Offer 2023 to coincide with their first outing of the year at ICE2023, giving operators who join them at ICE a head start.

ProgressPlay is offering a standalone Licensee platform open to partners who want to manage and execute everything other than the platform. Scalable, flexible and powerful ProgressPlay’s technology stack integrates easily across the board leaving Licensees free to choose their partners and third-party providers.

The new Licensee service has been designed to deliver to international operators a solid, open, sophisticated, adaptable and highly scalable platform that is specifically customised for the demands of gambling and delivers these scalable solutions for any channel, any jurisdiction, and any business model.

At ICE2023 the ProgressPlay team will have their hands full demonstrating the versatility of this new Licensee offering for web and mobile and explaining the easy integrations that can be supported; from game provision to payment gateways, and everything in-between.

ProgressPlay has made a name for itself as a pioneer in the Whitelabel industry and was most recently shortlisted for the prestigious EGR B2B Awards.

ProgressPlay CEO Itai Loewenstein said: “As we enter our second decade in this wonderful industry, we recognise from experience that the needs of every operator vary significantly. Our deep experience gives reassurance to Licensees that we have the technology, solutions and capability to support their market ambitions.”

SIS and Kiron Interactive strike deal for new Numbers channel in Africa

February 4, 2023 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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New partnership to boost penetration of supplier’s product in growing markets

SIS (Sports Information Services), the leading multi-channel supplier of 24/7 live betting services, has partnered with Kiron Interactive to develop an all-new bespoke 24/7 channel to deliver a select mix of both companies’ market-leading Numbers products across Africa.

The agreement will see SIS collaborate with the established global technology and software company, leveraging its expertise and insight across the many burgeoning markets in the continent to deliver the channel tailored for African markets, expanding the profile of both companies’ high-quality, enhanced Numbers content.

African operators and players will have greater access to SIS’ world-famous 49’s Original Live Draw, alongside the new high-margin 39’s draw that features high-frequency, live draws every five minutes. The company’s numbers content is already hugely popular with bettors across Africa, who enjoy the opportunity to win big from small stakes.

This agreement is the latest in a string of similar commercial announcements in Africa for SIS, highlighting the growing demand for its 24/7 live betting offering and strengthening its presence across the potential-rich regulated markets.

Joe Andrews, Head of Sales for Africa at SIS, said: “Having the right partners in regions with a disparate makeup such as in Africa is essential to ensuring we continue growing our brand and products there.

“Kiron’s heritage across the continent provides us with a hugely valuable advantage in developing and launching this new channel, which will be a significant boost to our commercial ambitions in the region.

“Our content is renowned for driving incremental revenue as the high-frequency, 24/7 nature of our Numbers games is popular among African bettors.”

Steven Spartinos, Co-CEO of Kiron Interactive, said: “As we continue to expand the reach of Kiron and broaden the scope of the services we offer and the number of partners we work with, collaborating with a leading brand such as SIS is key.

“While we operate globally, Africa is where our roots lie, and as such, we offer unrivalled insight into the many diverse markets here. We’re delighted to work with SIS and look forward to working together to bring the combination of our respective revenue-boosting content to an even wider audience.”

Summary of bacta’s Spring Budget submission

February 4, 2023 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Bacta is the voice of the amusement machine industry and its supply chain. The sector is a key driver of economic activity in our communities, our high streets and towns, employing approaching 40,000 people and contributing £2bn to the national economy.

The amusement machine industry has been particularly badly hit by the dual shocks of the pandemic and the ongoing cost of living crisis and the cost of doing business. This has been driven by high levels of inflation and soaring energy bills. This has been acutely felt by our members who are particularly energy intensive by their very nature, and unable to pass on costs to customers to offset these additional expenses.

In addition, those costs associated with the provision of games of chance are unable to reclaim VAT, adding 20% to already sky-high costs. That our members are forced to pay these extra costs, alongside the increase in energy bills, with no room for recompense, is fundamentally wrong and must be addressed if the sector is to thrive.

Despite these challenges, the sector remains a key vehicle for unlocking growth and driving the economic recovery, particularly at the coast and in our hard-pressed High Streets. We help to keep pubs and clubs afloat. Our policy proposals are cost-effective solutions, which set out how some small adjustments to existing regulations could unlock considerable capital which could be reinvested back into the business.

For example, enabling businesses that pay Machine Games Duty (MGD) to reclaim VAT would unlock an additional £150 – £200 million which could be reinvested in their business. Moreover, a simple tweak to the existing MGD thresholds, increasing the base rate to include machines costing 25p to play would unlock £5 to £10 million which again could be reinvested back into the wider economy and stimulate a small part of the manufacturing sector.

Finally, the Super Deduction has been a considerable success in achieving its goal of unlocking additional business investment at a time in which it was most needed. With this investment still key to unlocking long term growth, we would like to see the scheme extended, or replaced with a similar scheme, and with the eligibility criteria extended to include leased assets such as pool tables, juke boxes, and fruit machines hired to pubs and clubs.

Walkers and Rollators Market to Reach $2.91 Billion Globally, by 2031 at 5.7% CAGR: Allied Market Research

February 4, 2023 Published by Roboticulized.com

Allied Market Research published a report, titled, “Walkers and Rollators Market by Type (3-wheeler rollator and walker, 4-wheeler rollator and walker, Others), by Application (65 to 85 years old, Above 85 years old, Young population), by Distribution Channel (Online, Offline): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021-2031″ According to the report, the global walkers and rollators industry generated $1.66 billion in 2021, and is estimated to reach $2.91 billion by 2031, witnessing a CAGR of 5.7% from 2022 to 2031. The report offers a detailed analysis of changing market trends, top segments, key investment pockets, value chain, regional landscape, and competitive scenario.

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Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities

Rise in the prevalence of sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal disorders such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis among the elder population, increase in R&D activities in the field of walkers and rollators, enhanced healthcare services, and significant investments by the government to improve healthcare infrastructure drive the growth of the global walkers and rollators market. However, high cost associated with these medical devices impedes the global market growth. On the other hand, a rapid increase in geriatric population of countries, such as China, Brazil, and India, the increasing incidence of ailments and chronic diseases such as Parkinson’s and arthritis among the population, and lack of healthcare facilities in underdeveloped and developing nations are expected to open new opportunities for the walkers and rollators market growth during the forecast period.

Covid-19 Scenario

During the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, the global walkers and rollators market experienced a decline, owing to supply chain disruption. The pandemic impacted the overall shipping and logistics of mobility and personal care products globally which also resulted in high cost of container shipping.
The rising cost of supply chain and logistics had an adverse effect on the company’s finances and liquidity.
However, the market was expected to achieve a steady growth in 2021 and grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is attributed to rising rates of bone diseases, such as arthritis, an increase in the prevalence of Parkinson’s disease, and a surge in the geriatric population.
The market has stabilized post the pandemic.

The 4-wheeler rollator and walker segment to dominate during the forecast period

Based on type, the 4-wheeler rollator and walker segment was the largest market in 2021, contributing to nearly three-fifths of the global walkers and rollators market, and is expected to maintain its leadership status during the forecast period. The same segment is projected to witness the fastest CAGR of 6.2% from 2022 to 2031, owing to the advantages offered by 4-wheel rollators, such as their ability to provide more support and stability and accommodate a wider range of heights and higher weight capacities than 3-wheel rollators.

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The 65 to 85 years old segment to maintain a prominent growth during the forecast period

Based on application, the 65 to 85 years old segment held the largest market share of nearly half of the global walkers and rollators market in 2021 and is expected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. The same segment is projected to witness the fastest CAGR of 6.2% from 2022 to 2031. This is due to the fact that the elderly population is highly prone to falling, which can result in hip, pelvis, femur, and spine fractures, thus driving the segment.

Asia-Pacific to achieve the fastest growth by 2031

Based on region, Asia-Pacific is expected to manifest the fastest CAGR of 6.7% during the forecast period, owing to the presence of pharmaceutical medical device manufacturers in the region as well as the rise in the geriatric population in countries, such as China and India. Moreover, a rise in the prevalence of arthritis and an increase in the number of road accidents in the region drive the segmental growth. However, North America captured the largest share of around two-fifths of the global walkers and rollators market in 2021 and is expected to dominate in terms of revenue in 2031. The presence of several major players and the advancement in technology of walkers and rollator devices in the region would drive the growth of the market.

Leading Market Players

Eurovema AB
Karman Healthcare, Inc.
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare
Compass Health Brands
Human Care HC AB
Invacare Corporation
GF Health Products, Inc.
Evolution Technologies
Benmor Medical
Briggs Healthcare

The report analyzes these key players of the global walkers and rollators market. These players have adopted various strategies such as expansion, new product launches, partnerships, and others to increase their market penetration and strengthen their position in the industry. The report is helpful in determining the business performance, operating segments, product portfolio, and developments by every market player.

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Week 5/2023 slot games releases

February 4, 2023 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming!

Betsoft has released Hearts Desire, a brand new slot with an amorous spin on the classic fruit machine. True love lasts forever, so get ready to fall in love with slots all over again in this fantastical five reels, 30 paylines classic release. Packed with features, Hearts Desire gives Stacked Mystery Reels and a Multiplier Scatter in the unique Free Spins round

The well-known bullfighter and media personality from Cádiz, Canales Rivera, makes his debut as the protagonist in the new instalment from MGA Games. “Canales Rivera La Feria de Abril” is a 3-reel slot game equipped with the latest technology that offers players a walk through the most famous fair in Andalusia in the company of a bullfighter.

Spinomenal, has released an all new, spellbinding instalment to the Book of Baba Yaga series, as part of the ever-expanding Spinomenal Universe. Book Of Baba Yaga – Winter Spell is the perfect follow up to match the current Winter season, promising to be more rewarding than ever. Following the success of the original version, the mystical Book of Baba Yaga has returned to screens in a new form.

Yggdrasil, the leading worldwide publisher of online gambling content, has rolled out a cyberpunk crime caper in its latest release, Neon Villains DoubleMax™. Always a favourite amongst players, the heist theme delivers a feeling of thrill and excitement that quite simply can’t be matched!

ELA Games, launched a new game called “Wild Piranha” which takes players through the winding rivers of South America, in search of many hidden treasures. This high-volatility title depicts an animated waterfall full of colourful creatures such as a piranha, wild fish as well as an array of vivid symbols that award players handsomely when landing on the reels.

Get ready to ignite the western frontier with Chilli Bandits, the latest slot game from Slotmill. This spicy video slot stars “Chilli the Kid”, “Belle Pepperr”, and “Clint Heatwood”! Join the Chilli Bandits as you spin the reels and watch the stacked Chilli wilds bring extra excitement to your game. These special symbols have the power to double your ways, split into multiple symbols and reveal mystery symbols thereby increasing the chances of hitting big wins!

Swintt is inviting players to brave the icy winter weather and join them for another unforgettable slot adventure in Bloxx Arctic – a brand-new release in the studio’s Premium range that features Free Spins and special Bloxx bonuses. Played out across a 5×3 reel set that includes 30 fixed paylines, Bloxx Arctic sees players venture to the globe’s polar region to unearth prizes of up to 3,500x their stake.

Slot fans can get their teeth stuck into action-packed adventure Crazy Crocs, the latest feature-filled game from Reevo, that awards Wild upgrades, Multipliers, Cash Spins and incredible surprises. Players take on the role of a fearless hunter and travel through treacherous swamps using boomerangs, boosters, knives and rifles to hunt for golden crocodile eggs and big wins in one of the standout titles of this beginning of year.

At the heart of an ancient temple treasures lie in wait as Play’n GO write a new legend into their portfolio of premium slots with their latest release, Legacy of Inca. An easy-to-follow game that will appeal to both newcomers to slots and enthusiasts alike, Legacy of Inca sees the return of the Wheel of the Gods feature which can be found in the titles mentioned previously. But there’s a twist.

RubyPlay announced that it has built and launched a custom, bespoke football-themed slot for Holland Casino Online. Eredivisie Goal Collect has been designed to be innovative and intuitive so that players can immerse themselves in the action from the very first spin, including picking their favourite Eredivisie team to represent the Wild symbols in the game.

Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, has reimagined the infamous adventurers of Sherwood Forest in the latest release, Fire Archer™. Money pouches, beer and feathered hats make up the symbols of this 5×5 release, which is home to 25 paylines. Players will need to create matching combinations of these symbols to be awarded a win.

Playson, has released Bozo Cats – a 3×5 slot featuring an interactive Free Spins mode with Sticky Wilds as its main feature. The latest addition to Playson’s portfolio of high-quality online casino games is centred around the lives of furry friends, who scour the streets in search of Golden Scatter symbols and Wilds to reward players.

“Autobahn Automat”, the latest Premium Series slot from German company Hölle Games, is now available in MGA territories. As the title suggests, the Berlin-based start-up went with a distinctive style in their new, 5×3 Hold & Win slot – the German Autobahn! This is a legendary icon both in and out of the country, and a unique theme that hasn’t received much attention in the slot industry – until now.

PopOK Gaming is excited to announce the release of its bold and sensual new video slot, Hot Angels. This game intrigues slot lovers with its stunning visuals and breathtaking wins. With its seductive design and attractive features, Hot Angels will provide players with a unique form of entertainment. The slot features Respins in the main game, but there is also a Free Spins round during which the mystery lady joins the adventure.

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