DuskPay Launches with PlayMatika and Betpassion, Bringing Instant Payments to Italy’s €150 Billion Gaming Market
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, April 7th, 2025, Chainwire
Dusk, the blockchain protocol designed for regulated and privacy-focused financial applications, announces the launch of DuskPay, its blockchain-based payment infrastructure. PlayMatika and BetPassion, both authorized Italian online gaming operators, are the first to integrate DuskPay, marking a decisive step forward for compliant digital payments in Europe.
With DuskPay, regulated businesses can conduct instant, cross-border transactions that are fully in line with European financial regulations. This innovation paves the way for broader blockchain adoption in highly regulated sectors such as online gaming, offering a secure and efficient alternative. The initiative is backed by strategic collaborations with NPEX, a regulated Dutch exchange, and Quantoz, an electronic money institution specialized in issuing and monetizing digital euros on-chain.
“This is not just another integration, but a true turning point,” said Emanuele Francioni, CEO and Co-Founder of Dusk. “With DuskPay, we’re showing that blockchain can power real, regulated financial systems, delivering greater speed, lower costs, and enhanced security compared to traditional infrastructure.”
A Rapidly Expanding Market
In Italy, the gaming and betting sector generates over €150 billion annually, with online gaming accounting for almost half of this figure. PlayMatika’s decision to adopt DuskPay confirms the viability of integrating blockchain technology into heavily regulated contexts, without compromising on compliance, speed, or user-friendly operation.
“For us, migrating to blockchain infrastructure is an investment in the future,” said Lorenzo Lombardi, CEO at PlayMatika. “DuskPay allows us to scale efficiently and remain competitive in an increasingly digital and regulated market.”
Growth Outlook
The European digital payments market is experiencing robust growth, projected to rise from USD 91.2 billion in 2022 to USD 410.7 billion by 2032, with mobile payments alone potentially reaching USD 3 trillion by 2033. Across the Eurozone, cash usage is declining, fueling demand for fast, secure, and programmable payment solutions like DuskPay.
By integrating DuskPay into their operations, PlayMatika and BetPassion show the potential for wider adoption in regulated sectors. Dusk aims to partner with more enterprises to modernize payment infrastructure using blockchain technology.
About Dusk
Dusk is the privacy blockchain for financial applications. A new standard for compliance, control, and collaboration. Their mission is to enable enterprises of any size to collaborate at scale, meet compliance requirements, and ensure that personal and transaction data remains confidential. Users can visit dusk.network to learn more.
About PlayMatika
Since its inception in 2023, PlayMatika has distinguished itself in the Italian online gaming sector. Serving a diverse community of over 20,000 active users, the company combines innovative game offerings with a commitment to responsible gaming, fostering a loyal and expanding player base. In addition to its online presence, PlayMatika operates more than 300 sales points across the territory. The operator holds license GAD 15411.