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SOFTSWISS Managed Services: 2021 Overview
In 2021, SOFTSWISS Managed Services finalised its structure and highlighted key results. As an important part of SOFTSWISS solutions offered to clients to support and maintain their brand, Managed Services has expanded the list of provided services. The statistics presented reflect the division’s performance from January to December 2021.
Managed Services is available to all the SOFTSWISS Online Casino Platform clients. The most important highlights in the development of Managed Services in 2021 were the changes in the organisational structure. In particular, the split of VIP Player Support and Player Retention services into two separate services. In addition, a new player reactivation team was created within the Managed Services to focus on getting users back into the game.
As a result, the Managed Services structure comprises five core teams at the end of 2021:
- First Line Support. Handles incoming players’ requests and helps resolve issues arising.
- Anti-Fraud Support. Responsible for dealing with suspicious activity and fraud detection.
- VIP Player Support. Focuses on targeted and personalised key player assistance.
- Player Retention. Helps to keep users in the game and increase their loyalty to the casino.
- Player Reactivation. Constantly in touch with players who show reduced or no gaming activity.
“One of the important achievements of 2021 was the finalisation of the Managed Services team structure. We have highlighted five separate teams that are responsible for key areas of work with players. Thanks to the experience gained, we have a clear understanding of how to build work in the B2C segment. This helps to promptly resolve issues and increase player loyalty, which directly affects the financial performance of a casino,” said Vitali Matsukevich, Head of Managed Services.
In the past year the First Line Support team has managed to handle more than 1,5 million chats, which is an impressive result. On average, excluding emails, there were 200+ chats with players per day per agent. At the end of the year, the average Customer Satisfaction Index stood at 83 per cent. These are the overall statistics for all 55 clients that First Line Support services worked with last year.
According to the Anti-Fraud team’s results, the amount of confiscations in 2021 exceeded 14 million EUR, a 40% increase compared to 2020. One of the team’s major achievements were the three ICA certifications, which increased the level of service and expanded the expertise of the Anti-Fraud support staff. In turn, the number of requests handled rose by 35% to over 40,500.
“2021 was a landmark year for all Managed Services teams. The increase in the number of clients using the SOFTSWISS Online Casino Platform has had a direct impact on the number of players and operators we interact with. Unfortunately, this is also reflected in suspicious activity statistics, which we monitor very closely. In order to maintain the highest level of service for which we are valued by our clients, the Managed Services team has grown several times over 2021. Therefore our clients can be sure that their players are in good hands,” commented Artyom Rudakov, Deputy Head of Managed Services.
When it comes to the interaction with VIP players, the team managed to increase their number by 6 times: from 400 in 2020 to 2,500+ in 2021. This is reflected in the amount of deposits VIP players have made in the casino. At the end of the year it amounted to over 189 million EUR. The team saw monthly growth in GGR among VIP players of around 15-20%, resulting in an annual GGR of 107+ million EUR.
The Player Retention division has managed to engage more than 230,000 players over the past year. This is directly attributable to the launch of regular unique promos, from which users learn about campaigns, new providers and the latest game releases. The conversion rate for such email blasts in December 2021 was 35% compared to 22% in January of the same year. As a result, the average deposit per player was recorded at 300 EUR.
Despite the recent launch, the Player Reactivation team ended 2021 at nearly 6,000 users who had resumed their gaming activity. 54% of them not only took advantage of the bonuses offered, but also made a deposit. As a result, the team ended the year with a total of more than €1,75 million in deposits. In turn, the average ROI per client was 220%.
“The main goal we set ourselves for 2021 was to provide the best B2C service in iGaming. I believe that we have succeeded! Not only the metrics, but also the feedback from our clients and players shows that we are moving forward in the right direction. A more targeted approach to players, segmentation of departments and team expansion allowed us to fare well among competitors,” summed up Vitali Matsukevich, Head of Managed Services.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS Managed Services works in combination with SOFTSWISS Products to deliver additional value to iGaming operators and players alike. Managed Services include First Line Player Support, Dedicated Anti-Fraud Support, VIP Player Support, Player Retention, and Player Reactivation.
SOFTSWISS is a widely-acclaimed iGaming expert, supplying certified software solutions for managing online gambling operations. The company has an international team, which counts 1,000+ employees and has an official presence in Malta, Belarus, Poland and Georgia. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences, including Curacao, Malta, Estonia, Belarus, Belgium, Sweden, Nigeria, Ghana, Serbia and Greece. The company has a vast product portfolio, which includes an Online Casino Platform, Game Aggregator with thousands of casino games, the Affilka affiliate platform, Sportsbook Platform and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013 SOFTSWISS was the first in the world to introduce a bitcoin-optimised online casino solution.
Compliance Updates
Missouri Sports Betting Launch Delayed Until Fall 2025

Missouri’s plan to launch legal sports betting this summer has been delayed after Secretary of State Denny Hoskins rejected an emergency rulemaking request filed by the Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC). The decision, announced on February 21, means that regulators must follow the standard rulemaking process, effectively pushing the anticipated June launch to late summer or fall 2025.
Hoskins stated that the proposed emergency rules, which were submitted to Governor Mike Kehoe on January 27, did not meet the legal requirements for emergency approval.
Under Missouri law, emergency rulemaking can only be granted if there is “immediate danger to public health, safety, or welfare” or if the rule is necessary to “preserve a compelling governmental interest that requires an early effective date.” Hoskins determined that sports betting regulations did not meet these conditions, meaning they must proceed through the standard rulemaking process, which includes a public input period.
The MGC had initially targeted June 2025 as the market’s launch date, despite the state’s legal deadline requiring that wagering begin no later than December 1, 2025. Following Hoskins’ rejection, the MGC confirmed that its proposed licensing rules, which were filed alongside the emergency request, will become effective on August 30, 2025.
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CIRSA
CT Gaming Expands its Presence in Mexico

CT Gaming has strengthened its footprint in the LatAm region with multiple successful installations across Mexico’s leading land-based gaming venues. Among the trusted partners are Cirsa, Golden Lion, Euromex, and Jumamex. In recent months over 70 NEXT cabinets have been installed, elevating the gaming experience for players across the region.
Designed for unmatched comfort and seamless gameplay, the NEXT cabinets feature advanced technology and ergonomic enhancements, ensuring both player satisfaction and optimized performance for operators. To maximize engagement and deliver top-tier results, most of the newly installed machines are paired with Diamond King 3, featuring the legendary Mega Jack Trio—Aztec Gold, Slot-O-Pol, and Champagne Party. Additionally, the Diamond King 4 multigame has made its debut at Casino Clover Aguascalientes, further expanding the company’s portfolio in the market.
“These installations play a key role in strengthening our presence in the LatAm market. We are grateful to our partners, whose trust and support have been the driving force behind our expansion. We have exciting plans for 2025, and we couldn’t be happier with the progress so far,” Gjorgi Smilanov, General Manager for Mexico, said.
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INSTALOCK Network
SCCG Announces Partnership with INSTALOCK Network

SCCG Management, a global leader in gaming advisory and business development, has entered into a strategic partnership with INSTALOCK Network, the esports betting hub that combines data analytics, content, community, news, and educational resources. This collaboration will focus on accelerating business development, go-to-market strategy, and capital-raising efforts to expand INSTALOCK Network’s influence in the growing esports betting sector.
With esports betting already valued at over $11.3 billion, there remains a lack of centralized, easily accessible betting insights and community-driven engagement. INSTALOCK solves this by serving as the go-to daily destination for esports bettors, offering historical betting data, match results, betting projections, expert analytics, and an engagement hub where fans can analyze data and stay updated on the latest matches and esports betting environment. By aggregating insights from stats and several sportsbooks within esports, across major esports titles—including League of Legends, Counter-Strike 2, Valorant, and Call of Duty—INSTALOCK simplifies the experience for both casual bettors and seasoned experts while fostering an interactive community built around esports betting.
Through this strategic partnership, SCCG Management will leverage its industry expertise, extensive global network, and business development capabilities to elevate INSTALOCK as the leading esports betting engagement platform. SCCG will support INSTALOCK in identifying high-value partnerships, refining its market strategy across multiple jurisdictions, and assisting in capital-raising efforts to further develop and scale its platform. With a proven history of guiding gaming and betting companies toward sustainable growth, SCCG will play a crucial role in expanding INSTALOCK’s reach and driving user adoption.
“Esports betting is not just about placing wagers—it’s about community, engagement, and shared insights. INSTALOCK is redefining how esports bettors interact by creating a hub where data, predictions, and social conversations all come together in one place. We’re excited to support their expansion and help build the ultimate destination for esports betting enthusiasts,” said Stephen Crystal, Founder & CEO of SCCG Management.
“In 2022, I realized esports betting had tons of potential and growth ahead, but it was hindered by an extremely high barrier to entry due to lack of accessible general information and data. Where to bet, how to bet, when are the major matches taking place, what are community members betting on, what are the experts saying are just some of the questions I wanted to solve in one place with INSTALOCK Network. I’m happy to be a part of this partnership with a SCCG Management team that knows both the betting space and esports space at a high level and look forward to accelerating from this point forward,” said Sabah Banse, Founder of INSTALOCK Network.
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