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NEXT Summit: Valletta 2025
Welcome!Log into your account Recover your password « All Events - NEXT Summit Valletta is the beating heart of iGaming. This week-long event festival shapes our industry’s future through unparalleled networking, opportunities to tap into emerging markets, insights from 300 industry-leading voices, and a showcase of the world’s best iGaming innovations. NEXT Summit: Valletta 2025 will occur on 7-8 May at the Mediterranean Conference Center in Valletta, Malta.
Light & Wonder agrees four-year platform extension with ReelPlay
Light & Wonder, Inc. has agreed a four-year deal with trusted and innovative slots studio ReelPlay to continue delivering its games to operators in North America and the rest of the world. The agreement, which builds on an existing long-term alliance, will see 12 new games delivered first to market annually through Light & Wonder’s market-leading aggregation platform, including the provision of exclusive content in key regulated jurisdictions.
Pragmatic Solutions iGaming PAM platform integrates Smartico’s marketing services
Pragmatic Solutions, provider of next-generation iGaming PAM platform technology for regulated markets, announces the integration of Smartico’s CRM enhancement solution and Affiliate Management System. This collaboration empowers Pragmatic Solutions’ client operators with numerous options to enhance player acquisition, bolster engagement strategies and maximise client lifetime value through Smartico’s real-time, automated, and personalised marketing and gamification tools.
Sportradar selected to power Taiwan’s sports lottery with customised omnichannel sportsbook and player management solution
Sportradar has been selected as the official technology and services solution provider by the Taiwan Sports Lottery, following an international tender process. Based on the breadth of services included, the structure and longevity of the industry-first agreement, Sportradar is set to transform the sports betting experience in Taiwan as part of the consortium that will operate the Taiwan Sports Lottery from 2024 through 2033.
Apparat on taking a typically German approach to company culture
Alina Dandörfer, co-founder at Apparat Gaming, says that effectiveness and efficiency are more important than fruit bowls and yoga mats when it comes to company culture. Company culture is a hot topic right now, and so it should be. The culture of an organisation acts as a mirror, reflecting the ambitions, processes, communication and ultimately the identity of the business back to those who work for and with it.
Relax Gaming and Stakelogic to boost slot gameplay with Super Wheel™
Relax Gaming, the renowned iGaming aggregator and provider of unique content, has extended its partnership with Stakelogic for a licence that sees the latter’s latest innovation in the live casino space, Super Wheel™, enabled for the supplier. This thrilling new feature combines a selection of Relax Gaming’s legendary portfolio of slots with Stakelogic’s innovative bonus wheel, which will see players enter the exciting live casino experience and enjoy additional prize potential.
Harnessing compliance as a competitive advantage in today’s iGaming landscape
With razor-thin margins, gaming operators must think creatively about how to gain an advantage over the competition. Compliance is the answer, writes Compliable chief regulatory officer Justin Stempeck. Recent reporting has noted that the US gaming market continues to constrict with 52 operators in the space competing over only a 1.8% share.
Continent 8 Technologies launches regulatory division C8 Comply with appointment of Jeremie Kanter
Continent 8 Technologies, an award-winning provider of managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and security solutions, welcomes one of the gaming sector’s most skilled regulatory and compliance specialists to its team. Jeremie Kanter has joined Continent 8 as director of regulatory affairs and will oversee its new C8 Comply division.
Kambi Group plc signs online sportsbook partnership with fast-growing Dutch operator 711
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the world’s trusted sports betting partner, has signed an online sportsbook partnership with 711, a fast-growing online casino operator in the regulated Netherlands market. The long-term agreement will see Kambi provide 711 with its market-leading complete sportsbook, including its high-performance sports betting platform as well as its award-winning Bet Builder and AI-powered trading products.
RAW Group boosts commercial team with Alexander Lapinniemi hire
RAW iGaming, the developer and aggregator that is blasting industry monotony out of the sky, has revved up its commercial team with the appointment of Alexander Lapinniemi as director of account management. The appointment comes amid a huge surge in demand for RAW iGaming’s innovative titles which are powered by game-changing, trademarked mechanics including SuperSlice®, SuperTracks® and SuperSymbols TM.
Playtech enters Georgian and Armenian betting markets through partnership with Adjarabet
Playtech, a globally recognised leader in gambling technology, embarked on a strategic journey into the Georgian and Armenian betting markets, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing pursuit of market expansion. The collaboration with Adjarabet, a formidable operator in the region, exemplifies Playtech’s commitment to delivering superior gaming experiences across diverse territories.
Waterhouse VC September update: How do operators gain a foothold in Brazil?
Each month, Australian bookmaking legend Tom Waterhouse publishes a newsletter from Waterhouse VC, his gaming and wagering-focused venture capital fund. Since inception in August 2019, the fund has achieved a gross total return of 2,492% through to 31 August 2023. In collaboration with iGaming NEXT, the August edition of Waterhouse VC takes a deep dive into Brazil’s burgeoning sports betting market. ‘Order and Progress’ – The national motto of Brazil, inscribed on the Brazilian flag.
Flows powers Light & Wonder's new marketing jackpots feature
Flows is excited to announce a pivotal client signing with Light & Wonder, the global leader in cross-platform games and entertainment. Flows’ innovative platform will empower Light & Wonder’s new marketing jackpot feature that will be available to its entire global operator network following its up-and-coming launch at G2E Las Vegas 2023.
Q&A: CEO Nick Patrick on Radar's dev-friendly geo-compliance solution
Radar recently unveiled its fraud detection and geo-compliance solution for the iGaming industry. The company has pitched itself as a cost-effective and developer-friendly geolocation solution for the gaming industry, and an alternative to pre-existing providers. Below, iGaming NEXT caught up with Radar CEO Nick Patrick.
iGaming NEXT reveals NEXT'50 2023: Honouring the industry's most forward-thinking companies
iGaming NEXT, a renowned online news portal and conference organiser in the iGaming industry, is thrilled to announce its new initiative, NEXT’50. This exciting concept will annually recognise and celebrate the top 50 most forward-thinking, sustainable, and impactful organisations that are driving the iGaming industry towards a brighter future. The NEXT’50 is a curated list developed through a meticulous, multi-layered selection process.
Kambi Group plc signs agreement with Svenska Spel Sport & Casino
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the world’s trusted sports betting partner, has signed an exclusive long-term agreement to power the online and retail sportsbook of Svenska Spel Sport & Casino, one of the leading operators in the regulated Swedish market.
Play'n GO embraces multiplayer gaming potential with BeyondPlay partnership
BeyondPlay, an innovative tech venture dedicated to developing the ultimate multiplayer engagement platform and Play’n GO, a renowned leader in the iGaming industry, have announced a new strategic partnership. This collaboration marks a breakthrough for the ambitious startup, as Play’n GO’s exceptional game portfolio becomes integral to BeyondPlay’s multiplayer-enabled games collection offered to their mutual clients.
Playtech Live secures exclusive worldwide deal with Fremantle for iconic Family Feud franchise
Playtech, a global leader in gambling technology, proudly announces a groundbreaking partnership that promises to transform the gaming landscape. Playtech Live has inked an exclusive worldwide deal with Fremantle to develop the legendary Family Feud franchise for the rapidly evolving Live Gaming market. Fremantle is an international powerhouse in the entertainment industry with an extensive global footprint.
RubyPlay signs first deal in the US with Yellow Social Interactive
RubyPlay, an innovative B2B iGaming development studio, has entered the US market for the first time after signing a content distribution deal with Yellow Social Interactive (YSI). YSI is a fast-growing social gaming operator and has bold ambitions to become one of the leading players in the casino entertainment space. As part of this new partnership, RubyPlay will deliver over half of its expansive portfolio to the social casino across numerous US states.
Radar announces general availability of fraud detection and geo-compliance solution
Radar, recognised as the industry leader in geofencing, proudly unveils its fraud detection and geo-compliance solution. Radar already powers geolocation for leading brands like DICK’s Sporting Goods, T-Mobile, Panera, and Zillow, processing over 100 billion API calls per year from over 100 million devices. With this release, Radar now offers a cost-effective and developer-friendly geolocation solution for the gaming industry, and an alternative to GeoComply.
Sports betting and gaming industry faces ‘unprecedented cybersecurity threat’
Global technology and data solutions company Continent 8 Technologies, a provider of specialised infrastructure and cybersecurity services to the world’s biggest betting and gaming companies, says that the industry is facing an unprecedented threat from a rising tide of cyber attacks.
Sporting Solutions launches esports with PandaScore integration
Sporting Solutions, a leading provider of sports betting technology, introduces its esports offering through integration with prominent esports provider PandaScore. The integration with PandaScore provides Sporting Solutions partners with all major markets for CS;GO, Dota 2 and League of Legends, delivered through PandaScore’s expert dedicated trading team.
Livespins partners with game developer Jelly
Livespins, the award-winning social live streaming platform that allows players to bet behind their favourite streamer or brand ambassador, has today announced that it has integrated content from exciting slot game developer – Jelly. Jelly has quickly established a great reputation as a developer of high production values, and for crafting games that excite players, making this portfolio of real-money games a valuable addition to the Livespins lobby.
Playtech and Buzz Bingo strengthen partnership with long-term software license agreement
Playtech, the leading technology provider in the gambling industry, and Buzz Bingo, one of UK’s marketing-leading Bingo operators, are excited to announce a significant extension to their existing software license and services agreement. The agreement, which has been extended until 2031, solidifies the strong partnership between the two industry leaders. At the core of this collaboration is the integration of Playtech’s cutting-edge seamless wallet technology.
Only 1 month left to nominate for the prestigious Casino Guru Awards 2024
As the Casino Guru Awards 2024 nomination window rapidly approaches its final month, time is of the essence for gambling industry stakeholders and enthusiasts to take center stage at this prestigious event. With a legacy of recognizing excellence within the gambling industry, the 2024 edition promises to be nothing short of extraordinary. The countdown has begun, and you have just one month left to ensure that you or your nominees receive the recognition they truly deserve.
Keeping the start-up spirit alive through the M&A integration process
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are hallmarks of the ever-evolving business landscape. They bring together entities that often possess different cultural dynamics, operational practices, and foundational principles, and as nimble start-ups meet the established might of corporate giants, a delicate dance often ensues. But, is it fair to expect start-ups – known for their agile and innovative cultures – to find their place within larger, sometimes bureaucratic, corporate cultures?
Anti-fraud tools – an innovative approach to combating fraud from PIN-UP.TECH - iGaming NEXT
The iGaming industry is considered to be one of the fastest growing spheres. Operators use advanced technologies and set trends for the whole IT community. The anti-fraud tools project created by PIN-UP.TECH team is a testimony to it. This unique product has a specific approach that combines traditional mechanics and machine learning to ensure high accuracy in fraud prevention.
EveryMatrix partners with U.S. Integrity
B2B iGaming technology provider EveryMatrix has joined forces with U.S. Integrity (USI), a leading sports wagering monitoring company, to assist in odds and market aggregation delivery as USI continues to innovate solutions designed to safeguard North American sports betting stakeholders from betting-related fraud and corruption. EveryMatrix will provide USI with its OddsMatrix real-time data feeds and sports data API solutions.
SIS launches esports products with Betsafe in Colorado
SIS Content Services, part of the SIS Group (Sports Information Services), the leading global multi-content supplier of 24/7 live betting services, has launched its H2H Global Gaming League product on the Betsafe Colorado mobile sportsbook app, with round-the-clock esoccer and ebasketball Competitive Gaming events.
SweepSlots continues its development with launch of Google Play App & Relax Gaming
Regal Technologies today announced some key strategic developments to their SweepSlots.com brand with the launch of their Google Play app product and the addition of Relax Gaming games to their games portfolio. This includes the highly anticipated Money Train 4, which is likely to be the last and best slot in the Money Train series, launched by Relax Gaming this week. Money Train 4 like its predecessors is a highly volatile game, but that is weighed up by a huge maximum win of 150,000x.
Genius Sports launches BetVision
Genius Sports Limited (“Genius Sports”) (NYSE:GENI) has unveiled BetVision, the world’s first immersive sports wagering experience that brings live streams together with integrated bet slips, statistical insights, and real-time augmentations within a single interactive player. Genius Sports is launching BetVision with NFL live games in the U.S. For the first time ever, BetVision will allow sportsbook customers to place wagers from within the live video player in the sportsbook app.
Counter-Strike 2’s format change to massively impact esports betting
Valve, the publisher behind CS:GO, recently announced that the game’s successor – Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) – will include not just changes to gameplay and graphics, but the format too. The changes have significant impacts on the way that players and teams will strategise and compete, as well as having very significant implications for how suppliers and operators currently offer CS:GO betting. In the most simple of terms, matches are going to be shorter. But it helps to explain exactly how and why.
Kambi Group plc expands LeoVegas partnership with BetMGM international launch
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the world’s trusted sports betting partner, has expanded its partnership with LeoVegas Group with the launch of the BetMGM brand in the UK. Having been acquired by MGM Resorts International (“MGM Resorts”) in 2022, LeoVegas Group will undertake BetMGM’s casino and sports betting operations in the UK and leverage Kambi’s powerful suite of sports betting technology, including its award-winning Bet Builder and AI-powered algorithmic trading capabilities.
Marina Ilina, CEO of PIN-UP Global, is the leader of the year according to SBC Awards 2023
The final day of the SBC Summit Barcelona featured an awards ceremony honoring the best representatives of the betting and gambling industry. Marina Ilina, the founder of PIN-UP Global brand, received the leadership award on merit. SBC Summit is an annual conference where the top operators of iGaming and sports betting niche meet to discuss the future of the industry, share experiences and develop networking.
Altenar debuts in New Zealand with SpinBet partnership
Altenar, the leading sportsbook and iGaming software provider, has boosted its global presence thanks to a new deal with betting platform, SpinBet. The partnership will see Altenar supply its world-leading services to SpinBet in New Zealand – a new region for Altenar. Altenar’s product will be going online in New Zealand with SpinBet taking a particular focus on Altenar’s innovative horse racing offering.
Livespins secures landmark distribution deal with Relax Gaming
Operators supported by the legendary Relax Gaming P2P aggregation platform can now join the most exciting revolution to sweep across the online casino space in years. Livespins, the award-winning provider of socially-charged online casino experiences that combine slot streaming with the ability to bet behind the action, is now available to Relax Gaming’s operator partners.
Exploring cognitive dissonance in the gambling world
Information overload, political issues, global pandemics: it’s hard to avoid the many potential triggers of cognitive dissonance in the world today. A concept devised by psychologist Leon Festinger in 1957, cognitive dissonance is when inconsistencies arise between an individual’s beliefs, values or attitudes and their actual behaviour or choices.
Stakelogic and Stakelogic Live launch Super Wheel™ as an early-release with Unibet
Stakelogic and Stakelogic Live are teaming up to change the game once again with the launch of the first-of-its-kind, innovative and exciting Super Wheel™ feature. The Super Wheel™ bonus is set for an early release with Unibet, ahead of a global release on November 9th. This exciting new feature combines Stakelogic’s trademark innovative slot action with a live-casino bonus wheel where players will be in with the chance to win big.
Play'n GO CEO Johan Törnqvist: The scale of the US opportunity is unmatched
Gaming giant Play’n GO has dominated the global online regulated slot market for the better part of a decade. Having gone live with their first customer in the US within the last 12 months, we sat down with CEO and co-founder Johan Törnqvist to reflect upon the first year of the company’s entry into the US market, and how big, listed businesses based in the US may shape the industry over the next decade. iGN: How would you categorise Play’n GO’s first year in the US market?
Push Gaming prepares for major growth in wake of MGMRI/LeoVegas acquisition
B2B gaming supplier Push Gaming is set for continued growth, following the completion of its acquisition by LeoVegas Group’s investment arm, LeoVentures, a subsidiary of MGM Resort International (MGMRI). Push Gaming’s rapid rise to prominence within the highly competitive iGaming industry is based upon its player-first ethos toward slot development. This foundation has seen the production of numerous hugely successful, player-favourite titles including Razor Shark, Jammin’ Jars and Big Bamboo.
GeoComply and Citi launch the second edition of "The Challenger Series" in Las Vegas
GeoComply Solutions Inc. (“GeoComply”), the market-leading geolocation, fraud, and risk solutions provider, is pleased to announce its second Challenger Series Summit, in partnership with Citi’s investment bank, to be held in Las Vegas, on October 8th, 2023, before G2E.
Esports in the Asian Games: Turning gamers into athletes
For the first time ever, esports tournaments will be played as medal sports at the upcoming Asian Games, an incredible milestone for both the Asian and worldwide esports scenes. The Games, set to take place between September 23 and October 8 in Hangzhou, China, will include seven esports games as medal events. The Games were initially supposed to be held in 2022 but were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, pushing the event back to this year.
BetGames and SOFTSWISS join forces to deliver an unparalleled online entertainment experience
Leading live dealer and betting games provider BetGames has successfully integrated its full portfolio of games into the platform of renowned Game Aggregator, SOFTSWISS. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in both companies’ efforts to enhance player experiences and expand their global reach.
PIN-UP Global to be represented at SBC Summit Barcelona for the first time - iGaming NEXT
International ecosystem PIN-UP Global has become a participant of one of the major events in the gambling industry – SBC Summit Barcelona, which will be held on September 20-21 in Barcelona. The SBC Summit Barcelona conference and exhibition is the place where global leaders in sports betting and iGaming gather to discuss the future of the industry, share knowledge and build strong relationships.
iGaming Academy announce a free iGaming masterclass in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance
iGaming Academy, the award-winning provider of training for online gambling and land-based companies, is delighted to announce the introduction of its Curaçao iGaming Masterclass at the upcoming event “Minister of Finance in association with SiGMA”.
FSB and PLYMKR form new retail distribution partnership
Global sports betting & iGaming platform provider FSB and sports technology supplier PLYMKR have announced a significant, multi-year retail channel partnership. The strategic alignment will see the London based PLYMKR exclusively distribute FSB’s award-winning retail technology stack of SSBT, EPOS, Companion App and Odds Display to the UK and Irish markets.
Kambi Group plc signs sportsbook partnership with Prairie Band Casino & Resort in Kansas
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the world’s trusted sports betting partner, has signed a sports betting partnership with Prairie Band Casino & Resort, owned by the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, to open the first tribal sportsbook in the state of Kansas. Prairie Band Casino & Resort, located close to Topeka, Kansas, received approval earlier this year for an on-site sportsbook at the casino on tribal land.
OpenBet set to enter Brazilian regulated sports betting market with Play7.Bet partnership
OpenBet, a leading platform, trading & risk, content and services provider to the sports betting industry, has signed a major partnership with Play7.Bet, marking the company’s entry into Brazil’s new and highly anticipated regulated sports betting market. It is estimated that Brazil could become one of the biggest gambling markets in the world, with data from H2 Gambling Capital forecasting the country will generate gross gaming revenues of up to $6.4 billion annually.
Academic research holds the key to tackling problem gaming
Dr Michael Auer, director at OpenBet’s Neccton, explains how scientific findings can further enhance responsible gaming capabilities. There is a growing understanding among operators of the need to elevate responsible gaming tools and better protect players to create a safer, more sustainable gaming industry. Their responsibility is to ensure that gambling remains a fun form of entertainment but not to the detriment of harming individual’s wellbeing and impacting their personal lives.
This Charity Month sees AskGamblers diverting funds to the Danish Refugee Council and UNICEF
Traditionally, AskGamblers hosts a Charity Month every year several months after the AskGamblers Awards and Charity Night auction take place. This year, the €75,000 raised during Charity Night will be diverted to two organisations: the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) and UNICEF. More specifically, €40,000 will be diverted to the Danish Refugee Council whose activities are aimed at enhancing child-friendly spaces (CFS) services in Tanzania’s Nduta and Nyarugusu refugee camps.
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