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Are Online Casinos a Branch of Video Gaming?

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With online casinos growing in demand and popularity, becoming an acceptable alternative to physical outlets, many are starting to place them under the universal banner of online video gaming. However, is this the right way to categorize them? The answer might be something that ends up being subjective, but understanding how it might or might not fall within those boundaries could help you to gauge your own opinion of it better and even get you into this form of entertainment.

Of course, those who are already interested in playing at regular online casinos and other outlets might rather that they remain distinct from video gaming. They don’t want to confuse what makes it uniquely appealing to some.

How Do You Define a Game?

Ultimately, some people will look at this debate and feel like the presence of online casinos (and the games they contain) on the smartphone, a gaming platform, will immediately classify them as games. After all, the definition of a game is an activity that a person can engage in and have fun. Casinos definitely come under this description, as these have activities that offer a lot of fun. When you break down the definition of a video game, it is an interactive game simply operated using a computer system, so you can argue that online casinos are a form of video gaming – they are interactive and operated using computers.

However, it’s a question that different people have ventured their own explanations of over the years.

Genres and Platforms Crossover

There are so many genres, modes, and gaming platforms, and this deepens further when you experiment with crossovers. Taking aspects of video games and utilizing them in online casinos provides a unique game; you don’t just have a standard slot game anymore. Now you have a slot game with a story. The inclusion of aspects like a story in some slot games creates a more engaging experience, makes it different from previous gaming, and provides more entertainment. The beauty of taking video game elements is that they can create a wide variety of unique online casino games.

In fact, this variety itself might be something that draws you towards online casinos in the first place, though finding an outlet that best suits you might be what holds you back. If that’s the case, SlotsOnlineCanada.com offers an excellent range of popular free online slot games that can help you to get started.

The Monetization Aspect

To some, what might make casino games stand apart is the gambling aspect or the general inclusion of monetization in the gameplay loop. This might not exclude them from video games as much as you think, however. Loot boxes and microtransactions have long been a controversial aspect of modern gaming, with the former even being banned or regulated in some countries in Europe.

Furthermore, when it comes to microtransactions, the mobile games industry is one that is renowned for its inclusion, and this is the same platform that online casinos would usually find themselves on. As a result, the line between them might be blurred further.

 

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Oddin.gg Officially Registered with LOTBA as a Supplier in the City of Buenos Aires

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Oddin.gg has been officially registered as a supplier by the Lottery of the City of Buenos Aires (LOTBA). This authorization clears the way for Oddin.gg to provide its end-to-end esports betting ecosystem—including its Odds Feed, Risk Management, BetBuilder, Widgets, and more—to licensed operators in the City of Buenos Aires. The milestone reinforces Oddin.gg’s strategic focus on supporting partners across Latin America.

LOTBA, the regulatory authority for online gaming within the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, is well known for its rigorous compliance and technical standards. While the body manages licensing and enforcement, suppliers must undergo a formal registration process before providing services to local operators. Oddin.gg’s successful registration confirms that it has met all relevant technical, financial, and compliance requirements.

Juana Bischoff, Senior Business Development Manager LATAM at Oddin.gg, said: “Being officially registered with LOTBA marks an important step in Oddin.gg’s long-term commitment to the Latin American market. Esports is gaining real traction across the region, and we want operators in Buenos Aires—and beyond—to have the tools and insight to deliver a top-tier esports betting experience. We’re not just bringing leading technology—we’re bringing the local expertise and regulatory awareness needed to help our partners like Betsson and Jugadon grow.”

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PureWager Group and SCCG Management Form Strategic Partnership to Launch Vertically Integrated Gaming Platform

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PureWager Group, an emerging leader in next-generation sports betting technology, has entered into a strategic partnership with SCCG Management, a premier global advisory firm in the gaming industry. Backed by 22 X Ventures, this collaboration forms a vertically integrated gaming collective from day one—merging PureWager’s innovative platform with SCCG’s global footprint, regulatory insights, and commercialization expertise.

Founded by gaming veterans Wayne Stevenson and Elliott Banks, PureWager is building a state-of-the-art platform that incorporates real-time fan engagement, AI-driven personalization, and advanced gamification. With the support of 22 X Ventures and this newly formed alliance with SCCG, PureWager is well-positioned to redefine the U.S. online sports betting landscape.

Stephen A. Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management, brings more than 30 years of experience in gaming, leading over $3 billion in capital projects, M&A, and tech innovation. He has been instrumental in shaping the tribal gaming ecosystem, pioneering iGaming strategies, and scaling sports betting infrastructure worldwide.

“Partnering with PureWager aligns perfectly with our mission to accelerate gaming innovation. Their approach to engagement, combined with our global operational capabilities, creates an immediate force multiplier as we bring this platform to market,” said Stephen A. Crystal, CEO of SCCG Management.

22 X Ventures, a private equity firm investing in disruptive and mission-aligned companies, made a strategic investment in PureWager earlier this year. Their involvement has helped catalyze development milestones and secure strategic partnerships critical to PureWager’s national rollout.

“This partnership immediately establishes PureWager as a serious contender. With SCCG’s advisory leadership and PureWager’s bold product vision, we’re creating something the industry hasn’t seen before—a vertically integrated solution built for scale and community impact,” said Minh Le, Managing Partner at 22 X Ventures.

This three-way collaboration between PureWager, SCCG, and 22 X Ventures enables a full-stack go-to-market launch strategy with operational readiness, regulatory support, and commercial distribution channels across regulated and sovereign jurisdictions in the US.

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Aviatrix to launch in Mexico with Codere

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Aviatrix has penned a deal with leading operator Codere, which will see the award-winning crash game go live in Mexico.

Codere is one of the biggest names in Latin American gaming, and its players in Mexico will now be able to enjoy Aviatrix for the first time.

Anastasia Rimskaya, Chief Account Officer at Aviatrix, said: “Codere is a true leader in Latin America, and we’re excited to bring Aviatrix to their players in Mexico. Huge credit goes to our dedicated LatAm team, who worked tirelessly to make this deal happen. Their local knowledge and hands-on support are a big part of why we continue to grow so quickly across the region.”

Sarit Adania, Head of Casino Product at Codere, said: “Our priority is always delivering top-quality entertainment to our players, and Aviatrix is a game that’s proven to engage audiences all over the world. We’re delighted to be bringing it to our customers in Mexico, and we’re confident it will quickly become a favourite.”

Aviatrix is a next-generation crash game that continues to evolve through regular feature updates and new engagement tools.

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