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 <a style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://www.chainalysis.com/blog/on-chain-web3-gaming-data/">According to a recent report</a> by blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis, &nbsp; web3 gambling platforms have attracted over $78.7 billion worth of cryptocurrencies from players in the last four years.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
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The report, covering the period from January 2020 to July 2024, highlighted the sector’s impressive ability to attract substantial users despite the prevailing economic uncertainties. It noted that the unique advantages of blockchain technology—such as enhanced transparency and security—are key drivers of this growth. According to Chainalysis, web3 casinos leverage smart contracts to ensure fairness in games and make reward distributions auditable, which boosts player trust and engagement. 
However, this rapid expansion does not come without challenges. The Chainalysis report also pointed to potential risks, including money laundering and emphasized the need for robust anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) measures to mitigate these threats.&nbsp; 
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 “While the financial performance of web3 gambling platforms is impressive, these platforms are not immune to the complexities of the broader market,” 
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the report stated. 
Meanwhile, these findings align with broader trends in the web3 and blockchain space as strategic investments continue to flow into the sector despite a general downturn in the broader crypto market. For instance, Singapore-based crypto exchange<a style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/07/bitrue-launches-40-million-fund-to-support-ai-gamefi-and-defi-in-web3-ecosystem/"> Bitrue recently launched</a> a $40 million fund to support AI, GameFi, and DeFi projects within the web3 ecosystem.&nbsp; 
Similarly, DWF Labs<a style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/07/dwf-labs-launches-20m-cloudbreak-fund-to-boost-web3-innovation-in-chinese-speaking-regions/"> has introduced</a> the $20 million Cloudbreak Fund to boost web3 innovation in Chinese-speaking regions, focusing on areas like GameFi and SocialFi. 
Meanwhile, the cybersecurity landscape within the web3 sector has also been evolving. Following a significant hack at India’s WazirX crypto exchange, the<a style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://defi-planet.com/2024/07/indias-web3-alliance-ramps-up-cybersecurity-measures-following-wazirx-hack/"> Bharat Web3 Association</a> (BWA) has ramped up its cybersecurity measures, reflecting a growing industry-wide focus on securing digital assets. 
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Web3 Casinos Draw $78.7 Billion Worth of Crypto From Players in Four Years — Chainalysis Report

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