SoftSwiss

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SoftSwiss
Founded2008
FoundersIvan Montik, Dmitry Yaikau
Area served
Global
Key people

SoftSwiss (styled SOFTSWISS) is a software development company that provides gaming software and payment processing solutions[buzzword] for online gambling operators. It also provides gaming operation services and licensing infrastructure. It maintains hundreds of online casinos, mostly through white label partners.[1][2][3][4][5]

The company was initially launched in 2008 to develop online auction software, but officially founded only in 2012.[6][7]

Company operations[]

As of January 2021, SoftSwiss consists of approximately 800 employees.[8]

The company was founded by and in 2008, who are both from Belarus,[9] where SOFTSWISS’ software is developed.[1][10] It is a registered brand and trademark of the SOFTSWISS Group, which comprises multiple companies and brands operating in various locations.[11][12][13] In 2013, in London, SOFTSWISS online casino platform was presented by Ivan Montik for the first time at the ICE Totally Gaming show.[14]

SoftSwiss transported over 100 employees from Belarus to the Ukraine in August 2020, following difficulties the company faced in light of the local political situation in Belarus.[15][1]

In February 2021, SoftSwiss received a license for operating in Nigeria, focusing on sports betting.[16]

In June 2021, SoftSwiss has gained a foothold to operate in the regulated Greek market, as the brand received the Greek gaming license for Online Casino operations from the Hellenic Gaming Commission.[17]

Affilka by SoftSwiss has launched the brand’s own website during summer 2021 and became an independent sub-brand of the group. The website launch comes in hand with Affilka coming close to partnering with over 100 diverse projects. Coming from its parent brand, SoftSwiss, Affilka’s team boasts expertise of 10+ years in the iGaming industry.[18] The affiliate management solution[buzzword] was once part of the SoftSwiss Online Casino Platform, yet in 2018 it evolved into a stand-alone product. The affiliate marketing solution[buzzword] officially began operating under the Affilka brand name in November 2020. [19]

Since spring 2021, the company has expanded its presence to Georgia and Poland.[20]

Controversies[]

SoftSwiss claim to have introduced a “Provably Fair” verification feature into certain gambling games they provide.[21][22] However, there are indications that this assertion derives from certification issued by independent laboratories, and .[23]

Cryptocurrency payment solutions[]

SoftSwiss began providing cryptocurrency payment processing solutions[buzzword] in 2013.[citation needed] Since then, the company has kept investing in cryptocurrency-based solutions.[buzzword][24][25][26] Currently, SoftSwiss supports payments in several coins, including bitcoin.[27][28]

References[]

  1. ^ a b c ""Можно забыть на полгода-год об инвестициях в Беларусь": айтишники о перспективах бизнеса в стране". Forbes.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  2. ^ Miller, George (9 October 2020). "SOFTSWISS integrates Mascot Gaming to its portfolio". European Gaming Industry News. Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  3. ^ "Turnkey online casino software solution | SOFTSWISS Software". SoftSwiss. Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  4. ^ "ORYX Gaming and SOFTSWISS Agree on Content Deal". BRAGG Gaming Group. Retrieved 18 February 2021.
  5. ^ "ORYX Gaming and SOFTSWISS agree on content deal". Bloomberg.com. 19 November 2020. Retrieved 18 February 2021.
  6. ^ "ORYX Gaming and SOFTSWISS Agree on Content Deal". BRAGG Gaming Group. Retrieved 18 February 2021.
  7. ^ "About Us | SOFTSWISS". 21 December 2020. Archived from the original on 21 December 2020. Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  8. ^ "Winning combination for iGaming business | SiGMA TV". Sigma. 26 August 2021.
  9. ^ "Our Management Team | SOFTSWISS Software". 4 October 2016. Archived from the original on 4 October 2016. Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  10. ^ "About Us - SOFTSWISS Software". 4 February 2016. Archived from the original on 4 February 2016. Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  11. ^ "About Us | CryptoProcessing". cryptoprocessing.com. Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  12. ^ "Online gambling license: list of countries where online casinos are legal". SOFTSWISS. Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  13. ^ Trademark registration
  14. ^ | Ivan Montik Belarusian IT trend-changer
  15. ^ ""В стране террор, люди боятся ехать в офис": зачем белорусские IT-предприниматели перевозят сотрудников в другие страны и сколько это стоит". Forbes.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  16. ^ "SoftSwiss expands to the African continent". iGaming Business. Retrieved 28 February 2021.
  17. ^ "Greece regulator grants SOFTSWISS an Igaming license". iGaming Business.
  18. ^ "Affilka by SOFTSWISS launches own website". iGaming Business.
  19. ^ "Affilka website launch". softswiss.
  20. ^ "Как устраиваются уехавшие из Беларуси IT компании". Forbes.
  21. ^ "BGAMING | SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, a unified API for casino content integration | SOFTSWISS Software". SoftSwiss. Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  22. ^ Hill, Elliot (19 May 2020). "Bitstarz Casino Review [2020 Guide] - Scam Or Legit?". Blokt - Privacy, Tech, Bitcoin, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency. Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  23. ^ Scott. "Bitcoin Casinos With Provably Fair Systems | What is it all about?". Bitcoin Gambling Reviews. Retrieved 16 February 2021.
  24. ^ "Ivan Montik, founder and leader of SOFTSWISS Group will speak at Bitcoin Conference Prague | Moscow Blockchain Conference". Blockchain & Bitcoin Conference Moscow 2021. Retrieved 28 February 2021.
  25. ^ Editor, Features (26 February 2021). "Cryptocurrencies to become dominate payment method". AffiliateINSIDER. Retrieved 4 March 2021.CS1 maint: extra text: authors list (link)
  26. ^ Eastman, Caroline (2 March 2021). "Bitcoin Gambling Is On The Rise – Here's Why". Geek Vibes Nation. Retrieved 4 March 2021.
  27. ^ "Cryptocurrency increase in 2020 says SOFTSWISS". InterGame: iGaming, Casino & Coin-Op News. 25 February 2021. Retrieved 28 February 2021.
  28. ^ "Cryptocurrency gambling traffic saw threefold increase in 2020, says SOFTSWISS". iGaming Business. Retrieved 28 February 2021.
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