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Galaxsys’ fast games and skill games to bolster SkillOnNet platform

Global entertainment brand SkillOnNet has teamed up with games provider Galaxsys in a deal that will see the integration of the award-winning studio’s diverse range of fast games and skill games into the SkillOnNet platform.

Galaxsys has been turning heads in the industry since its launch in 2021 with its portfolio of fast-paced, heart pumping titles. These include instant, crash, mines and plinko games with a focus on innovation and player engagement.

Meanwhile, its growing range of skill games, which include Hexagon, backgammon, dominoes and Pasur, are helping partners boost their revenues by reaching new markets. The company was named Industry Rising Star of the Year at the SiGMA Eurasia Awards 2023.

SkillOnNet is no stranger to awards of its own. Its flagship online casino, PlayOJO, picked up Brand of the Year and Best Casino Marketing Campaign at the 2023 EGR Marketing and Innovation Awards.

The company operates more than 30 online casinos in regulated markets across the globe including PlayOJO, SpinGenie, Lucky Nikki and Slingo while providing turnkey solutions to top brands worldwide. The SkillOnNet platform offers an incredible selection of third-party games from some of the biggest and best software providers in the world.

“Galaxsys’ team of over 60 experienced and creative iGaming veterans is committed to providing products built with the latest technologies and innovative solutions,” the Head of Games for SkillOnNet, Jani Kontturi, said. “We’re always looking for fresh content that reflects new trends in iGaming and Galaxsys really has its finger on the pulse when it comes to understanding what a new generation of players want to play.”

“We’re delighted to work with one of the world’s biggest and best online gaming networks, which shares our devotion to innovation and entertainment,” the Sales and Business Development Senior Vice-President for Galaxsys, Gil Soffer, said. “Teaming up with SkillOnNet, we’re thrilled to offer over 30 award-winning fast and skill games including a range of instant, crash, mines and plinko games.”

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The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has fined Victorian registered bookmaker MintBet $100,000 for repeated breaches of its Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct (Code) in relation to extended periods of gambling by a customer. The customer gambled through their online account with MintBet for 35 hours in a period of approximately 50 hours.

By the end of the customer’s betting period, they had placed 327 bets and lost $31,149.

The Commission found that MintBet did not stop accepting bets from the customer despite the customer displaying indicators of distress that may be related to problem gambling, as required by their Code.

MintBet closed the customer’s account only when the customer actively identified they were experiencing harm from their gambling.

The Commission also found that although MintBet had some systems in place to ensure vulnerable individuals do not experience a loss of control from their gambling, they were inadequate, also breaching a requirement of their Code.

In addition to issuing a fine, MintBet will be required to respond to the VGCCC about what improvements it will be making to its systems and processes. The VGCCC will consider MintBet’s response and determine whether further action might be necessary.

VGCCC Deputy CEO Scott May said: “Victorian gambling providers must comply with their responsible gambling codes of conduct. They exist to protect people from gambling harm. Even if accepting bets online, providers must monitor for and intervene when customers are displaying indicators of distress. Gambling for an extended period is a key indicator of distress that may indicate problem gambling. There are serious consequences for any gambling provider that fails to comply with their own responsible gambling code of conduct. We won’t tolerate it.”

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