FACTS ASSERTED BY THE COMPLAINANT AND NOT CONTESTED BY THE RESPONDENT:<\/p>\n
THE COMPLAINANT<\/p>\n
The Complainant is the owner of the \"1XSLOTS\" trademarks, which are among the most recognized online gaming and betting brands worldwide. The Complainant is part of a group of companies operating under the brand \"1xslots\".<\/p>\n
This brand is used exclusively on the international online gaming platforms 1xslots.com and 1xslot.com. These platforms are also an integral part of the group of companies. 1xslots offers live casino, slots, games and other gaming services. The Complainant holds a valid license issued by the Government of Curacao.<\/p>\n
1xslots promote responsible gambling, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) policy, Know Your Customer (KYC) policy, Dispute Resolution Rules, as publicly stated on its websites.<\/p>\n
The \"1SLOTS\" trademarks are widely represented and actively used in commercial activities in numerous countries, as evidenced by registration documents identifying the countries where these trademarks are protected.<\/p>\n
The Complainant has developed a strong global presence and a reputable standing in the online betting and gambling market.<\/p>\n
The disputed domain names <1xslots-casino.in.net> and <1xslots-online.com> (hereinafter, the „Disputed Domain Names“) were registered as follows:<\/p>\n
In accordance with the Complainant, the websites connected to the Disputed Domain Names are deliberately designed to give users the false impression of an official connection with the Complainant and its “1XSLOTS” trademarks.<\/p>\n
According to Complainant’s non-contested allegations, the Respondent has no rights or legitimate interest in respect of the Disputed Domain Names and the Complainant is not related in any way to the Complainant’s business.<\/p>\n
For the purpose of this case, the Registrar confirmed that the language of the registration agreement is English and due to the existence of two different Registrants, the Complainant requested consolidation of the complaint since the Complainant believes that the Disputed Domain Names are clearly under common control.<\/p>\n
The facts asserted by the Complainant are not contested by the Respondent.<\/p>", "other_legal_proceedings": "
The Panel is not aware of any other legal proceedings which are pending or decided and which relate to the disputed domain names.<\/p>", "no_response_filed": "
COMPLAINANT:<\/p>\n
First element: Similarity<\/p>\n
The Disputed Domain Names wholly incorporate the Complainant’s registered and widely known “1XSLOTS” trademarks. The addition of the generic and descriptive terms “casino” and “online” to the well-known sign does not set aside the confusing similarity between the Disputed Domain Names and the Complainant's trademarks. The inclusion of the generic Top-Level Domains (gTLDs) “.com” and “.net” is recognized as a standard technical requirement and may be disregarded when assessing confusing similarity.<\/p>\n
The Disputed Domain Names are virtually identical to the Complainant's well-known and extensively used trademarks “1XSLOTS”. It is well accepted that the main element functions primarily as a standing requirement. The standing (or threshold) test for confusing similarity involves a reasoned but relatively straightforward comparison between the Complainant’s trademarks and the Disputed Domain Name.<\/p>\n
The “1XSLOTS” trademarks have acquired substantial distinctiveness and significant goodwill in the global gaming and betting sector. The identical use of the “1XSLOTS” trademarks within the Disputed Domain Names creates an unlawfully deceptive impression that the Disputed Domain Names are linked to the Complainant, constituting infringement and unfair competition.<\/p>\n
The Respondents specifically used the Complainant's trademarks “1XSLOTS” in order to pursue the goal of misleading the potential clients of the Complainant on the basis of similarity, as well as the Complainant 's inability to use Disputed Domain Names in the future. For the foregoing reasons, the Disputed Domain Names are identical or confusingly similar to the Complainant’s “1XBET” trademarks.<\/p>\n
Second element: Rights or legitimate interest<\/p>\n
The Complainant’s “1XSLOTS” trademarks are licensed to third-party companies in the ordinary course of the Complainant’s business. The Respondents are neither one of these licensees nor otherwise authorized by the Complainant. The Respondents are not affiliated to the Complainant in any form.<\/p>\n
The Respondents did not attempt to contact the Complainant pre- or post-registration to establish a legitimate interest or to license the mark. No individual or entity acting on behalf of the owners of the Disputed Domain Names has contacted the Complainant to request rights or permission to use the Disputed Domain Names. The Complainant has not granted permission to use the “1XSLOTS” trademarks in connection with the Disputed Domain Names, nor authorized any third party to grant such permission.<\/p>\n
The Complainant confirms that neither it nor any of its authorized affiliates or licensees has registered, nor authorized the registration or use of, the Disputed Domain Names.<\/p>\n
There is no evidence that the Respondents are known by the Disputed Domain Names or own any corresponding registered trademarks.<\/p>\n
The Complainant is also unaware of any rights, including the right to use, being granted to any third party in respect of the Disputed Domain Names.<\/p>\n
The Respondents have not been using, or preparing to use, the Disputed Domain Names in connection with a bona fide <\/em>offering of goods and services, nor making a legitimate non-commercial or fair use of the Disputed Domain Names.<\/p>\n The composition of the Disputed Domain Names, which wholly incorporate the Complainant’s registered “1XSLOTS” trademarks, clearly demonstrates the Respondent’s deliberate intent to foster an association and consequently a likelihood of confusion with the Complainant, its “1XSLOTS” trademarks, and the business conducted under those marks, in the minds of internet users. This use is not coincidental; it reflects a targeted effort to exploit the reputation and goodwill of the Complainant for commercial gain.<\/p>\n By incorporating the “1XSLOTS” trademarks in the Disputed Domain Names, internet users may be mistakenly led to believe that the Disputed Domain Names are directly connected with, authorized by, or endorsed by the Complainant.<\/p>\n The repeated and unauthorized use of the Complainant’s trademarks in connection with gambling services constitutes clear evidence of trademark misappropriation and creates a strong likelihood of confusion among consumers.<\/p>\n The websites connected to the Disputed Domain Names (hereinafter, the „Infringing Websites“) are deliberately designed to give users the false impression of an official connection with the Complainant and its “1XSLOTS” trademarks.<\/p>\n Visual and Structural Mimicry<\/strong>. The Infringing Websites replicate the overall structure and the signature black-yellow-and-white color palette of the Complainant’s official platforms, 1xslots.com and 1xslot.com. Furthermore, the official “1XSLOTS” trademarks are displayed on both Infringing Websites in the exact same position (typically the top-left corner) as on the official platforms, utilizing identical fonts, proportions, and UI\/UX elements. This precise replication is clearly intended to deceive users into believing they are on an authorized resource.<\/p>\n Overlapping Services and Nice Classification<\/strong>. The Infringing Websites offer gambling and betting services that fall directly within Classes 35, 41, and 42 of the Nice Classification, for which the “1XSLOTS” trademarks are registered. These services are identical to those provided by the Complainant. By offering competing services under a nearly identical brand, the Respondents are actively misappropriating the Complainant’s goodwill for commercial gain.<\/p>\n Pattern of Technical Redirection<\/strong>. The Respondents further mimic the Complainant’s operational behavior to enhance the illusion of legitimacy. Upon visiting the <1xslots.com>, users are automatically redirected to an authorized platform (e.g., https:\/\/1xslot53441.world\/en<\/a><\/span> for the English version), a process fully coordinated and authorized by the Complainant.<\/p>\n