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Join the Virtual Gaming Americas Q2 Meetup!
The 2nd Virtual Gaming Americas Quarterly Meetup is coming up on 27 April 2023 and you can register now for free!
Looking for the inside scoop on the latest trends and developments in the North and Latin American gambling industry? Look no further than the Gaming Americas Quarterly Meetups!
The virtual Gaming Americas Meetups by the #hipthers feature insightful panel discussions led by key industry experts, CEOs, C-Level Executives, Business Development Managers, and government officials/regulators.
At the upcoming Q2 Meetup, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from gaming experts and dive deep into the most pressing issues facing the industry today. From the impact of social media on gamification to the latest US legislation round-up, you’ll come away with a wealth of knowledge and insights that will level up your gaming game.
The first panel discussion will explore the fascinating intersection between gamification and social media. How can these two powerful tools be leveraged to create a more immersive and engaging gaming experience? Our expert panelists will share their insights and experiences on this exciting topic.
Next up, we’ll hear from Negin Alavi, a lawyer at Segev LLP, and guest Akhil Mittal, VP of Product Management at Paramount Commerce, in a discussion of gaming insights. Discover what it takes to create a seamless user experience that’s compatible with the latest accessibility tools and trends like live micro-betting.
Last but not least, we’ll get a quarterly update on the latest US legislative updates in the gambling industry. Keep up with the latest news and trends in the States and learn what changes might be coming down the pipeline in the near future.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, and level up your gaming game! Register now for the Virtual Gaming Americas Q2 Meetup and get ready to join the conversation.
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Confirmed Speakers:
Alexis WicĂ©n – CEO and Founder of Unibo and Scatters:
Alexis WicĂ©n is a veteran of 15 years in the igaming industry. In 2018/2019, he founded Unibo (www unibo.com), a software company building the next generation of Gamification tools for igaming and Scatters Ltd, a company running several online casinos. In the past he has been Managing Director of Betsson Group’s Casino brands, Evoke Gaming and Redbet Gaming. Read Full Bio
Zoltán Tűndik – Co-Founder and Head of Business at HIPTHER Agency:
Zoltán Tűndik is the Co-Founder, Co-Owner, and Head of Business at Hipther Agency, parent brand of WireUp, European Gaming, PICANTE, and Gaming Americas.He is a self-taught publisher and events organizer who has developed highly respected online news portals, virtual and in-person conferences that cater to multiple industries on 5 continents. Read Full Bio
Troy Paul – Co-Founder and CEO of SGG Media:
Troy Paul is an entrepreneur with a passion for the legal Sports Gaming industry. He founded SGG Media, a social media based sports influencer marketing / media company. Read Full Bio
Negin Alavi –Â Lawyer at Segev LLP:
Negin Alavi is a lawyer at Segev LLP. Her legal practice focuses primarily on general commercial and technology matters. Negin has extensive experience with writing legal opinions and editorial pieces on areas of the law such as online gambling, charitable gambling licensing, video games, and cryptocurrency. Read Full Bio
Akhil Mittal – VP of Product Management at Paramount Commerce:
As the VP of Product Management, Akhil Mittal is responsible for understanding the needs of merchants and consumers to define the vision and bring to market Paramount Commerce’s payment solutions and features. With more than a decade of experience in product management, go-to-market strategies, and business development, Akhil has a proven track record of driving both growth and success. Akhil is very well versed in industry trends and topics linked with the online gaming and fintech industries. Read Full Bio
Martin Lycka – SVP for American Regulatory Affairs and Responsible Gambling at Entain:
Martin Lycka is SVP for American Regulatory Affairs and Responsible Gambling at Entain. He has advised global listed gambling businesses in a variety of legal and regulatory roles for over 11 years. Martin also serves on a number of boards, including the EGBA and the German Online Casino Association. He is the 2019 Global Awards Head of Regulatory Awards of the Year Award winner and has been recently named one of the 40 under 40 Emerging Gaming Leaders, Class 2020-21. Read Full Bio
William J. Pascrell, III, Esq – Partner at Princeton Public Affairs Group, Inc.:
With a prominent career in state and federal public affairs, William J. Pascrell, III ESQ is more commonly known as BPIII, is a partner with the Princeton Public Affairs Group, Inc. BPIII has worked as Counsel to the Governor of New Jersey, Chief of Staff for a member of Congress, and was Passaic County Counsel from January 1998-2019 with support from both sides of the political aisle. In the area of gaming and casino, BPIII has various gaming interests throughout the United States, Europe, South America, Canada, and Israel. His clients include Trump, Pinnacle, The AC Chamber of Commerce, The NJ Casino Association, Sportech, Playtech, Camelot Lottery, Hard Rock Casinos and more. Read Full Bio
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GR8 Tech Brings “Best Workplace 2024” and Fresh LatAm Insights from BIS SiGMA Americas
GR8 Tech’s participation at the recent BIS SiGMA Americas event held in SĂŁo Paulo was quite successful, highlighted by winning the ‘BEST WORKPLACE 2024’ award at the SiGMA Americas Awards and holding over 150 meetings with operators and other stakeholders. These interactions have laid a solid foundation for GR8 Tech’s strategic expansion in the region and provided the team with significant insights into the evolving Latin American iGaming market.
A Closer Look at the Brazilian Market and Wider LatAm
“Brazil is not synonymous with Latin America. Each country on the continent has its own unique characteristics,” Evgen Belousov, GR8 Tech CEO.
The most important thing to understand in the LatAm region is that it’s very diverse. There are significant cultural and operational differences that necessitate a localized approach. For example, “Brazil’s rhythm is distinct; life starts in the afternoon, and business interactions reflect this laid-back pace. To thrive here, understanding and integrating into the local lifestyle is essential.”
Belousov further discussed the Brazilian market’s competitive nature, highlighting retention strategies’ crucial role. “The churn rate is high as players frequently shift between operators lured by aggressive marketing. Hence, having robust retention mechanisms, such as real-time tools and enticing bonus mechanics, is crucial to maintaining a loyal customer base,” he added.
Yevhen Krazhan, CBDO, addressed trending compliance and market preferences. “Regulation is a hot topic, with a keen focus on product compliance. Moreover, while classic sportsbooks saturate the market, emerging interests lie in areas like fantasy sports and social gaming, which present new opportunities for differentiation and growth.”
Thomas Carvalhaes, Senior Business Development Manager for the Latin America region, provided his expertise during the panel discussion “Understanding the demands and evolution of the B2B market”, highlighting the demand for localization and intuitive technology. “In Latin America, where many markets are still learning the ropes of iGaming, the simplicity of the technology is key. Products need to be user-friendly to ensure they meet the expectations of a clientele that values straightforward and engaging gaming experiences,” Carvalhaes explained.
Future Directions and Engagements
Building on the insights and achievements from BIS SiGMA Americas, GR8 Tech is actively expanding its presence in Brazil and LatAm, establishing its reputation as a key player in the region. The company is also exploring opportunities in other global markets, with Asia as the next target at SiGMA Asia, scheduled for June 3-6 in Manila, Philippines. This upcoming event presents another fantastic opportunity for GR8 Tech to demonstrate the capabilities of its flagship GR8 Sportsbook platform and forge new partnerships in another exciting and diverse region. We invite all our partners and clients to stay tuned, following our updates at https://gr8.tech/.
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The International Association of Gaming Advisors (IAGA) Announces 2024 International Gaming Summit in Washington, D.C.
The International Association of Gaming Advisors (IAGA) will hold its 41st International Gaming Summit Monday, May 27 through Thursday, May 30, 2024 at The Ritz-Carlton Washington, D.C.
As a premier event that brings together leaders from all global gaming sectors, the Summit will provide operators, suppliers, attorneys, investors, bankers, regulators and other advisor delegates with an unparalleled opportunity to meet and discuss the most important issues facing gaming.
“We are looking forward to holding this year’s 41st Annual International Gaming Summit in Washington, D.C., and are pleased to announce an agenda that includes a specific focus on some of the key sports betting issues the rapidly expanding US market is facing. As part of this focus, we will bring together representatives from global sports betting operators, regulatory agencies, professional sports leagues and other experts to discuss how the industry’s sports betting stakeholders can better work together to ensure a sustainable, responsible sports betting environment that is built on best practices lessons learned from other markets,” John Stawyskyj, President of IAGA, said.
“Beyond our sports betting focus, our diverse agenda includes discussions on other issues of importance including the growing impact of fraud and cyber breaches on regulated operators, a look into the federal and state lobbying process, an update on what’s happening in other gaming markets outside North America, a deep dive into new technologies and how they might impact gaming and more. I look forward to welcoming our delegates to Washington and participating with them in lively discussions about these critical issues and more,” Stawyskyj added.
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Marker Trax Appoints John Henderson as Senior Vice President of Operations
Marker Trax, a leader in cashless payment solutions for the gambling industry, has announced the appointment of John Henderson as its senior vice president of operations.
As the company continues solidifying its cashless payments sector leadership position, Henderson joins the team to play a key role in leading strategic planning efforts, executing new operator and customer initiatives, directing pursuit of key performance indicators, and ensuring overall product and technology quality control. He reports directly to, and will work closely with, Marker Trax President Charlie Skinner.
Henderson is a seasoned, energetic industry veteran who brings to Marker Trax more than four decades of success in delivering technology-based business solutions, leading innovation-forward companies seeking to increase their industry footprints and to solidify their market shares.
“We’re cementing our leadership position in the cashless space, and John is the right leader, at the right time, to help guide us there. He has tactical expertise, and a long track record of success in the IT space. More than that, though, he’s always eager to innovate – which aligns perfectly with our philosophy and goals. We’re lucky to have him on board,” Charlie Skinner, President of Marker Trax, said.
Immediately prior to joining Marker Trax, Henderson served as chief information officer at WorldStrides, a global leader in educational travel services, and helped the company navigate a business and IT transformation program. Henderson has also held client partner roles at Accenture, IBM, and Cognizant, and has served numerous global brands including Choice Hotels, Hilton Hotels, MGM Resorts, Wynn, Disney, and Royal Caribbean.
“Every step of his career, John’s shown natural aptitude for client relationship management and large-scale systems integrations, and a keen, tactical eye for optimizing performance at all levels of an operation. At Marker Trax, we’re increasing our market footprint through continual innovation, and John’s tactical leadership will be of tremendous benefit to reaching our goals,” Skinner said.
Henderson’s addition caps a prolific run of recent accomplishments for the company. It recently unveiled its innovative consumer product, Moolah Play, secured renewed commitment from partner and global payments leader Euronet Worldwide Inc., and is introducing its cashless credit technology into more markets around the country.
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