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eSports betting vs classic sports betting in North America, a hot topic at Sports Betting & Casino Summit North America

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All major sports leagues have been postponed and most of the major sports leagues have been cancelled until further notice – more and more countries are banning major events, fewer and fewer sporting events are taking place. But how should sports betting providers react when enthusiastic betting customers, who want to pursue their hobby, no longer have an offer to bet on? What can you do as a provider who wants to remain relevant and maintain a corresponding offer for your players?

The answers are Virtual Sports (betting on virtual sports events) and eSports (betting on competitions in computer games).

Bets on popular online video games such as League of Legends, Dota 2, Starcraft 2 and CS: GO can hardly be ignored on today’s betting market. Especially in the target group of under 30s, eSports are becoming more and more popular and are now being broadcast 24 hours a day via channels such as Twitch. The worldwide turnover on eSports betting amounts to more than USD 1.8 billion, a figure that is all the more impressive considering the comparatively small fan base. But eSports are steadily gaining more fans, on the one hand due to an aging target group and on the other hand due to an increasing awareness.

The top players themselves, who are comparable in their professionalism and skill to professional soccer or tennis players, are now activating more fans than the Superbowl, for example. The Intel Extreme Masters eSports tournament in Katowice, Poland welcomed more than 173,000 spectators on site and 46 million online in 2019. With prize pools of up to USD 100 million (Fortnite World Cup 2019), player salaries are in no way inferior to those of many professional footballers.

Just like with traditional sports, bets are placed on individual teams and players in eSports. Due to the large number of different types of eSports, the resulting number of betting markets is enormous – the simplest and most suitable betting type for beginners, of course, remains the bet on the overall winner of the game.

The offer of eSports betting is growing steadily – and since it is already common in eSports to play without an audience (most of the season matches are held in small studios), eSports events are a great alternative to the sports events that are currently being canceled.

Depending on the legislature of the respective target market, eSports can complement their offer and are becoming increasingly important. Particularly during the current crisis, interest in eSPorts is likely to experience a rapid increase.

The top industry companies have all confirmed their interest to join the Sports Betting & Casino Summit North America (Virtual Conference), which will open its virtual doors between 23-24 June.

The virtual seats are limited, so hurry and register now to secure your seat(s)! REGISTER HERE

And among the many topics, we are putting together a special panel discussion which is titled “ESPORTS BETTING VS CLASSIC SPORTS BETTING IN NORTH AMERICA

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The panel discussion will be joined by leading experts such as J Moses (Investor & Board Advisor of Bet.Works), Grant Johnson (CEO at Esports Entertainment Group), David McDowell (Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder at FSB​) and Mark Robson (Co-Founder at Champion Sports​). The discussion will be moderated by Marek Suchar (Head of Partnerships at Oddin.gg).

J Moses

Investor, Advisor at Bet.Works

I have nearly 40 years of experience in sports, entertainment, technology, betting & games as a CEO, Founder, Investor, Advisor, Producer & a Director for public & private businesses around the world.

Currently I am hyper focused on the confluence of Technology, Games, eSports, Sports, Betting and Entertainment.  I serve as a Director at Take-Two Interactive (Nasdaq: TTWO), publisher of Rock Star, 2K & Private Division Games.  I’m also an investor & Board Advisor of Bet.Works (sports betting), ReadyUp (eSports team building), Prize Payments Pro (eSports), and SimulMedia.

After Princeton, I had the dream job of working at ABC Sports where I worked on sporting events around the world, including 4 Olympic Games.  I spent 2 years as Special Assist to Roone Arldege, President of ABC News & Sports.

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Grant Johnson

CEO at Esports Entertainment Group

Grant Johnson, B.A., Chairman and CEO, Esports Entertainment Group

Grant has served as Chairman and CEO of Esports Entertainment Group since 2015, where he oversaw the Company from its’ inception as an esports wagering company long before most of the world knew of the existence of esports, to a successful NASDAQ IPO and $8.4M raise in April 2020.

His experience in online gambling came from 1996 to 1999 where has Vice President of Vancouver based Starnet Communications International, Inc. a recognized leader in the Internet gambling industry. As Vice President of Business Development, Mr. Johnson led Starnet’s sales team and was a driving force behind Starnet’s leading market position in the B2B sector of the Internet gambling industry.

Mr. Johnson was instrumental in the business development activities at Starnet and was directly involved in establishing many of Starnet’s strategic industry partnerships. A subsidiary of Starnet, World Gaming, still exists today.

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David McDowell

Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder at FSB

David is the co-founder and CEO of FSB.  FSB was established in 2007 with the vision to build the industry’s first highly automated sports betting platform driven by live data.  The company has become established as a leading B2B solutions supplier best known for its live sports betting technology and as a pioneer of delivering fully managed trading services.

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Mark Robson

Co-Founder of Champion Sports

Mark Robson is the co-founder of Champion Sports, an innovative sports betting platform licensed by the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission. Over the last 15 years, Mark has held a number of high-profile positions within the iGaming industry, including the Head of eGaming for the Department of Economic Development on the Isle of Man.

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Marek Suchar

Head of Partnerships at Odding.gg

Marek Suchar, Head of Partnerships at Odding.gg started his career in financial services where he held senior and managerial roles in various areas including business development and sales. His passion for esports brought him to the industry, specifically to the betting vertical. Leveraging the newest technologies at Oddin, Marek aims to significantly improve the engagement within esports betting and build partnerships that will shape the future of esports and esports betting.

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Do not miss this unique opportunity to attend a virtual conference that gathers all North American gaming industry experts for 2 days of discussions and networking. Register your seat now!

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Kiron Interactive ready to roll at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention

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Kiron Interactive ready to roll at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention

 

Provider set to showcase its latest ice hockey-themed titles which promise to revolutionise virtual sports betting

Kiron Interactive and PlayWin are bringing hockey legends back to the ice with Legends Shootout, an exciting new betting experience where fans can wager on their favorite NHL icons in intense penalty shootouts.

Featuring legendary names like Mark Messier, Joe Sakic, and more, this virtual game captures the thrill of classic NHL showdowns. Will your favorite legend score the game-winning goal, or will the goalie make a clutch save? The action is fast, the stakes are high, and it’s all available anytime, anywhere.

Developed in collaboration with the NHL Alumni Association, Legends Shootout combines nostalgia with cutting-edge excitement, allowing fans to relive the magic of hockey’s greatest stars while enjoying real-time betting action.

Robert Miller, President at Kiron Interactive North America said “Hockey has always been about legendary moments, and now fans can be part of them. This game delivers the intensity of a real NHL shootout, bringing legends back into the spotlight.”

Available across licensed gaming platforms, Legends Shootout delivers realistic gameplay, dynamic betting options, and nonstop action. Whether you’re a lifelong hockey fan or just love the adrenaline of a shootout, this is your chance to get in the game and be part of the legend’

Kiron will be exhibiting at IGA on stand 1918, connect with the team to learn more about our award-winning portfolio of virtual sports.

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WA.Technology to accelerate operators’ Brazilian growth at SiGMA Americas

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WA.Technology to accelerate operators’ Brazilian growth at SiGMA Americas

 

Leading supplier to deliver unmatched local expertise at Stand O25, Transamerica Expo Center

WA.Technology, the award-winning B2B iGaming solutions provider, is raising the bar for Brazilian operators at SiGMA Americas with its latest innovations, tailored specifically to the regulated Brazilian market.

Already recognised as one of Brazil and LatAm’s most sought-after B2B platform partners, the premium solutions provider will showcase its full range of iGaming solutions to delegates at the Transamerica Expo Center, São Paulo. These include its award-winning range of verticals, WA.Platform, WA.Affiliates, WA.Casino, WA.Sports, WA.Fantasy and WA.Lottery.

With Brazil’s gambling landscape undergoing transformative regulatory developments, WA.Technology is uniquely positioned to help operators navigate and capitalise on emerging opportunities.

From integrating popular Brazilian payment methods to offering an extensive portfolio of localised content, as well as native UX and UI, WA.Technology’s expertise within the regulated Brazilian market gives operators a critical edge over the competition – providing the necessary tools to unlock new opportunities for revenue growth.

Taking centre stage to showcase WA.Technology’s unique ability in the market will be its hugely in-demand Pick’Em Player Props sports betting offering. Pick’Em Player Props allows players to unleash their sporting knowledge across an extensive range of player proposition markets designed specifically for next-gen players.

Dave Hickey, Commercial Director at WA.Technology said: “With the regulatory landscape in Brazil evolving rapidly, operators need agile, adaptable solutions that can support their growth ambitions while delivering the native gaming experience local players know and love.” 

“No one does this better than WA.Technology, and SiGMA Americas provides the perfect platform for us to demonstrate how our technology and local expertise can drive success for operators in the region.”

“We look forward to engaging with industry peers, signing new partnerships and demonstrating how WA.Technology can empower businesses to achieve significant success in the Americas and beyond.”

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EGT’s participation in SAGSE Latam 2025 to boost the company’s expansion in the region

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EGT’s participation in SAGSE Latam 2025 to boost the company’s expansion in the region

 

EGT is excitedly awaiting its participation in this year’s SAGSE Latam. “We have prepared a very strong selection of products that I am confident our guests will highly appreciate. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit us on March 19th and 20th and learn more about our fascinating offerings,” said Christian Graffigna, Director of EGT Argentina.

Among the bestseller solutions on display will be the General Series slot cabinets. Including stunning outlooks with frameless HD displays and numerous ergonomic features for maximum comfort during play, these machines will certainly attract visitors’ attention. The VIP models will further enrich the player experience thanks to the comfortable multimedia chairs, providing full control over the main game functions.

The attendees will also be able to see and test some of the most successful jackpot products from EGT’s portfolio. Among them will be the absolute bestseller Bell Link with its 2 multigames Bell Link 1 and 2, as well as Bell Link Boost. They will present a perfect blend of brand-new games and some of the company’s most popular slot titles, which in combination with the well-known jackpot will offer players attractive bonuses and great entertainment. The option to connect their highest Grand and Major levels with Gods & Kings Link will add even more thrill to the game.

The Asian-themed Sheng Sheng Bu Xi jackpot and the General Series multigames will complement the slot variety at the booth.

Featuring 6 HD touchscreen monitors, the G R6 C roulette from the company’s ETG portfolio will also demonstrate to the guests its eye-catching outlook and enormous flexibility, allowing the addition of American roulette.

“SAGSE Latam is among the most important and authoritative exhibitions in the industry,” commented Mr. Graffigna. “I am confident that our participation in it will help us expand and strengthen our presence in the region and Argentina in particular, providing us with the opportunity to meet with local key players. We will be waiting for them at booth 154 to show them how we can further improve their business performance with our high-potential innovative developments.”

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