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2024 has started off with some exciting launches for the Berlin-based start-up Hölle Games, who continue their strategy and desire of providing top content for their home market. With the latest launch on bet-at-home.de, Hölle Games becomes one of a handful of game suppliers to offer their content on the site, joining a select few prestigious studios like Merkur and Blueprint, all which have been approved to offer their games.
Bet-at-home has a long pedigree, stretching back to its founding in 1999 in Austria. This long history in iGaming means they are now both a household name and a well-respected brand for German speaking casino fans and sports bettors.
A huge chunk of content, from Premium titles like “Autobahn Automat”, to Classic franchises such as “Höllische Sieben” and “Steinreich” are already available on the site, with more to follow.
Robert Lenzhofer, CEO of Hölle Games, said: “I’m thankful for the efforts of the bet-at-home team and especially grateful for Marco’s support – it’s always a pleasure to work with colleagues from the early days of one’s career – thank you Marco.”
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Low6 equips BETFAN with free-to-play arcade games
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February 20, 2024
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The multi-game partnership sees the legal Polish operator build out its proposition by appealing to the nostalgia of much-loved games
Low6, the leading gamification innovator, has secured an agreement with BETFAN, a new legal Polish bookmaker, to deliver a suite of free-to-play games. The operator has earmarked Low6’s pioneering spin on free-to-play games as a strategic addition to their product offering to retain and boost their active player base.
The new product offering will launch BETFAN’s first arcade-style game, Horse Race. The side scroller game challengers players to navigate a horse between sporting objects by tapping their touchscreen or mouse. The further they progress in the game, the more points they earn.
The portfolio will also include a Bingo game where players will be issued a digital card of sporting events that are marked-off in real time with in-play action. Players are rewarded by getting a line or full-house on completing their card.
“Our goal is to make constant progress.” comments Jakub Świsłowski, Vice President of BETFAN. “The future of our sportsbook division sees free-to-play games as a key development in our product offering. We truly believe that our partnership with Low6 will allow us to make a huge difference in the Polish market and this cooperation will also open up new doors for sportsbooks in Poland”.
“BETFAN, like Low6, are focused on innovation and we’re delighted that part of our portfolio of games will be implemented within their product suite.” comments Jamie Mitchell CEO of Low6. “That our first game is delivered as a new, innovative arcade solution means we have something that the betting market has never seen before. We can’t wait to flick the switch and launch our arcade offering to the wider sportsbook and igaming verticals.”
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DSWV Calls for Changes as Black Market Betting Rises in 2023
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February 19, 2024
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The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) has analysed the development of the German sports betting market for 2023 at its annual press conference. The main focus was on tax revenues, the black market and player protection.
Decline in Tax Revenue
In 2023, legal sports betting providers in Germany recorded stakes of €7.72 billion, a decrease of 5.4% compared to the previous year.
“Instead, the money flows into the coffers of the black market providers,” DSWV President Mathias Dahms said.
This development illustrates the challenges facing the legal market. One important reason for the decline is the migration of many players to illegal offerings. For example, since the State Treaty on Gambling came into force in 2021, regulated providers have not been able to keep up with the extensive betting offers of the black market due to a limited betting programme. The association is, therefore, calling for attractive framework conditions for regulated providers so that they remain competitive.
Combating the Black Market
Despite regulation, the black market has a significant market share in Germany. Studies, such as the Schnabl study by DSWV and DOCV, show that around half of the time spent by German online gambling users is spent on illegal sites. This alarming development requires urgent action on the part of the Joint Gambling Authority of the federal states (GGL). The DSWV is, therefore, calling for a reorientation of the current regulatory policy in order to strengthen the legal market and curb the black market.
Promotion of Player Protection
Many interested parties will open betting accounts during the European Football Championship. It is, therefore, all the more important that gamblers are directed to the legal market. Advertising helps to make the brands of legal providers stand out from the illegal offers on the black market. Only companies permitted by the GGL protect players. In the debate on sports betting advertising, the DSWV is, therefore, expressly opposed to a ban on advertising.
“No company can survive if it is not allowed to advertise, and this must remain the case for sports betting providers. Otherwise, players are left with the black market, where there are no protective measures and controls,” Dahms said during the conference.