MindArk Officially Partners with Casino : Where will this lead to? Discuss

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Well not really the first since Cyrene's developers are more or less in the casino business as well.

But I see where MA is going and yes it's good for them to try and make more money. The only issue I have is that what will become of EU? MA has been fighting for years claiming that EU is not a gambling platform. Some red flags could be raised now that MA is selling the platform as one?

Most don't even realize many of the projects MA has with its platform on the side, Not long ago they had pitched a package to NASA for use in a project there.

Of course it also would have been separate completely from EU, its just the platform/Dev services being offered. Which is good, if MA is healthy financially, our stuff is safer.
 
best thing I"ve heard about EU in a while - make some friggin cash MA!!!!!!!!!
Hook us up
 
Also new or i missed it somewhere :duh:



http://www.entropiaplatform.com/entropia-platform/third-party-partners/empaticus-hong-kong-ltd/

Empaticus Hong Kong Ltd



Human Flourishing Universe.

Empaticus Hong Kong Ltd has been specifically incorporated to bring together companies, organisations and governmental bodies with the purpose of building an independent virtual universe using the Entropia Platform.
The Human Flourishing Universe will focus on economic opportunity creation, health, wellness, employment, education, training and a number of other societal problems.
visit us: www.extended-reality.com

 
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Since they will use a different database and servers i have no worries, in fact everything that generate some cashflow for mindark is good.


good work mindark
 
Also new or i missed it somewhere :duh:



http://www.entropiaplatform.com/entropia-platform/third-party-partners/empaticus-hong-kong-ltd/

Empaticus Hong Kong Ltd



Human Flourishing Universe.

Empaticus Hong Kong Ltd has been specifically incorporated to bring together companies, organisations and governmental bodies with the purpose of building an independent virtual universe using the Entropia Platform.
The Human Flourishing Universe will focus on economic opportunity creation, health, wellness, employment, education, training and a number of other societal problems.
visit us: www.extended-reality.com



And



So, is it your own world or the whole world you want to change?
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Anyone remember V-World from Caprica/Battlestar Galactica? Yeah, you're watching that evolve right now ;)

Hey at least you can run the browser slot machines while you hunt in EU (since plenty of us watch TV during a grind anyhow) lol
 
I support MA in this decision, very interesting where this could turn out. .. Oh how i love alcoholic gamblers, they are too kind. <3
 
From http://www.entropiaplatform.com/entropia-platform/third-party-partners/vincere-b.v/ :


This is an independent business, which will operate completely separately to EntropiaUniverse (and ComPets).
It is using the EntropiaPlatform to create a 3D environment for its customers to use within its own licenced premises.
Note that any actual gambling is browser based.

Essentially you've got a 3d environment of a casino, when you go to a table an embedded browser opens and it's all done in that. They don't need the 3d part it's just a gimmick to get people in and a tag excessive as I thought most people used tablets for that sort of stuff now.

Sure it's more income for MA but it's no guarantee any of it will come our way, if EU doesn't pay for itself MA will concentrate on the things that do just like most companies.
 
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Sure it's more income for MA but it's no guarantee any of it will come our way, if EU doesn't pay for itself MA will concentrate on the things that do just like most companies.

That is very true indeed. However, before it gets to that point there will be cross promotion benefits along with other advantages which can be deployed.
 
This is what the whole "platform" concept was supposed to be about, using the underlying engine, interfaces and infrastructure to repackage as white-box to anyone who wanted a first person interactive world.
 
On a sidenote, does anyone still remember the deal between mindark and the bridge investors ? The outcry was huge and the community response was very negative.

Would still anyone care if mindark had made this deal today ? I find it amazing how public opinion can shift over time. Maybe in 10 years we even suggest mindark to buy a castle to make money :D
 
Well, it's official. We're playing inside a casino.
 
Sure it's more income for MA but it's no guarantee any of it will come our way, if EU doesn't pay for itself MA will concentrate on the things that do just like most companies.

I think it is more safe to assume that none of it will come our way.
 
Hmm, interesting. I'm all for MA investing and supporting this >>> https://www.vegastomacau.com/virtual-3d-casino as long as the following below are considered:

- separate servers (EU is not involved) and have backup servers
- local/jurisdiction/regulatory laws are clear and practical
- transparent audit reports are shared to users/shareholders/community
- exploits and 'stress tests' are tested and re-tested for evaluation(s)
- ROI analyzers and analytics are not 'tampered' with connection to possible insider behavior/algorithms (violators, if caught, of in-compliance will be handled accordingly)
- security measures and fraud are a priority when accessing virtual casino, and some sort of two-way or multi-factor authentication is used for accessing virtual casino
- loyalty/reward programs introduced for new players/existing long time players

I'm sure I missed some other things, but those come to mind for now and only time will tell on how this venture will go for MA.

Regards,
Vi
 
Hmm, interesting. I'm all for MA investing and supporting this ...

I'm sure I missed some other things...

One of the things you missed, it appears, is that the casino company is (buying/leasing/paying for in some way) MindArk's 'virtual world' platform for the benefit of their customers.

It's not MindArk buying into or investing in their casino business.

Nor is there any indication that any 'gambling' activities will happen within the 'virtual world'. Those are explicitly stated to be in a separate browser window.

So most of the things you mention (licencing/financial transparency/security/loyalty rewards etc etc) are the responsibility of the casino business, not MindArk.



Well, it's official. We're playing inside a casino.

Rubbish.
 
MindArk is officially about Gambling?

Does anyone else received this email or just a junk Email... Not sure -

Companies and organisations around the world now have the opportunity to leverage the Entropia Platform for marketing, promotion, production assistance and training.

In fact, almost every business could benefit from a proven virtual platform in their day-to-day business operations.

MindArk will present new partners at the 3rd party partner area at www.entropiaplatform.com

We're happy to introduce the latest third-party partner of the Entropia Platform:
Vincere B.V. Curacao
VtM logo

Vincere B.V. Curacao - Virtual and Online Casinos www.vegastomacau.com

Vincere B.V. features an online casino, available on Mobile, Tablets, and PC Browsers. Vincere B.V. will employ Entropia Platform technology to build a fully functional virtual casino environment for its VegastoMacau casino customers. In the 3D environment users will be able to roam their favorite casinos, mingle with others, chat, and socialize while online gaming. In addition, they have the opportunity to win exclusive virtual and real world items, or purchase virtual items from a web shop.

Actual gambling activities are browser-based and are processed through servers provided by the third-party casino software operator located in authorized jurisdictions. The virtual environment is under construction and will be launched in 2016 fully independent of Entropia Universe and using a separate economy and user account database.

Online casino users can already play VegastoMacau.com casino games in their mobile or PC browser and receive exclusive virtual items prior to launch of the virtual environment.

Virtual Items in the upcoming 3D casino world will allow you to customize your avatar, design your own apartment, or travel around having a bit of extra fun when you'd like to take a break from the casino. If the 3D Casino is not your thing, then you can trade in virtual items that you win for free spins and bonuses. Rare good luck charm items would be worth keeping though since they will increase your payouts in the long term, giving you more cash where you want it. Feel free to browse some of the current item options using the link below and see what you have waiting for you!

Welcome to www.vegastomacau.com
 
ye, we got it.
 
Question....

Is there anything to prevent MA from selling, no "giving" our particulars out to that virtual casino company?

Don't want to suddenly receive spam mail or anything of the likes from them about that though...

I have enough spam mail going into my email box daily already.

:laugh:
 
MindArk just keeps filling its pockets with million of PEd in virtual Estates released each year, shit kind of returns in Calypso, decay, high maintenance money pocketed from revenue and still balance sheets of MindArk are empty after a decade....;)

Looking forward to not getting deeds for platform technology leased to outside companies and squeeze money out of Entropia Plants.:girl:
 
Have you read the Entropia Universe Privacy Policy? (http://legal.entropiauniverse.com/legal/privacypolicy.xml)

Thanks. I've read it a long time ago, but forgotten about its contents...so was interesting to re-read it again.

Your personal information is also a part of MindArk's business records and as such an asset of MindArk that might be transferred to any third party worldwide if MindArk decides to sell all or part of its business activity. The same applies in the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or other similar event, your personal information may be disclosed to MindArk's successor or assignee.


If MindArk discloses or transfers your personal information as stated above to a third party, MindArk do not have control over third party's activities, and thus cannot guaranty that the same privacy policy and security procedure that MindArk applies will be pertained.

How very reassuring. :laugh:
 
It is not that casino company, that worries me.

I'm more concerned about that "Flufftropia project" based in HK, that was brought up in other post. It looks like one of those cults of desperate housewives selling "totally gmo free, natural, organic, cancer curing" snake oil to other desperate housewives, "creating networks of very happy and healthy people". Those are the very last people I want to share my personal details with, on any level.

F**k this.
 
If i read it correctly, that Casino employed MindArk to build a 3d platform for it's current customers within the Casino, and nothing will be implemented into Entropia Universe, it's just a partner for them to make some extra money.
 
It is not that casino company, that worries me.

I'm more concerned about that "Flufftropia project" based in HK, that was brought up in other post. It looks like one of those cults of desperate housewives selling "totally gmo free, natural, organic, cancer curing" snake oil to other desperate housewives, "creating networks of very happy and healthy people". Those are the very last people I want to share my personal details with, on any level.

F**k this.

READ THE PRIVACY POLICY. Then feel free to point out where it says that they'll be sharing your personal details with a Platform Partner. They don't even share them with Planet Partners within EU, unless you use their planet.
 
Doesnt mindark have a little of a facebookattentionsyndrom? They feel the need to post something just to post something eventho its not done, finished or whatever?

Im not saying this is not happening, Im just saying that Mindark are quick on giving us information about stuff thats might happening.
 
Your personal information is also a part of MindArk's business records and as such an asset of MindArk that might be transferred to any third party worldwide if MindArk decides to sell all or part of its business activity. The same applies in the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or other similar event, your personal information may be disclosed to MindArk's successor or assignee.

If MindArk discloses or transfers your personal information as stated above to a third party, MindArk do not have control over third party's activities, and thus cannot guaranty that the same privacy policy and security procedure that MindArk applies will be pertained.


Let's get one thing straight. This is about what kind of organizations the MGMT of EU is associating themselves with as "Platform Partners", not about my personal info per se.

And if the privacy policy cited above in theory gives MA rights, to transfer/sell assets to their "Platform Partner", in a hypothetical case of a business shutdown or merger, I do reserve to be right to voice concerns. Especially MA chooses to partner or provide services to snake oil "wellness/health/travelclub - not a pyramid" companies.
 
Thread started on an intelligent note with regard to business, starting to see a little more tinfoil hat action showing up now.

Look at the statements made by MindArk and the details of the EULA, the only connection is the "virtual world system". They are not joined together, instead of developing a virtual world over years and X$, the casino is licensing a plug and play system from MA. More revenue for MA means more development for the platform as a whole.

So it should give some piece of mind that MA is not stagnant, they are reaching for other revenue sources to grow, become stronger and continue evolving (which helps keep your investments in EU secure) without reducing your returns from hunting/mining/crafting etc.
 
I'm not sure if this will affect Entropia in anyway as they have stated that it is completely separate, so being nosey I opened an account and having played a bit on the slots and card tables I have been rewarded with a virtual hat and trousers worth $27 so I'm going to see where it goes with the virtual side when its up and running but I personally like the idea and the current basic casino side is pretty good already.
 
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