iGaming World: Day to Day

In a competitive business world, talent is the true differentiator. Simon Stokes, Chief Commercial Officer of Kexus Group, breaks down why human capital outshines financial capital in driving innovation and sustainable success. Learn how investing in skills, experience, and creativity fuels long-term growth and why recruitment, leadership, and company culture matter. With real-world insights into...

The new AAMS license is a game changer for Italy's gaming industry. With a €7 million entry fee and strict regulations, the market is set for a major shift. In this insightful panel, experts dive into the opportunities and challenges brought by these new licenses, discussing how they will impact major operators, new entrants, and the future of marketing and innovation in iGaming. Learn about t...

How do gaming and betting products need to evolve to engage millennials and Gen Z? This panel explores the shifting expectations of younger audiences, from gamification and social play to live interaction, personalisation, and cultural relevance. Industry leaders from lottery, casino, and sports betting unpack how economic realities, technology habits, and generational values are reshaping product...

In this session, Cindy Macintos challenges traditional revenue-led KPIs and explores how organisations can measure value beyond financial output. The discussion examines the limitations of short-term, numbers-driven performance metrics and their impact on culture, leadership, engagement, and innovation. Cindy outlines alternative people-focused KPIs, including wellbeing, inclusion, collaboration,...

Join Ivonne Montealegre, SiGMA Poker Tour Operations Manager, on the latest  Poker Face  podcast episode featuring Cordelia Morgan Cooper, founder of CMS Consulting. Cordelia shares expert insights on entering the iGaming industry, building a strong personal brand, and navigating today’s competitive job market. From advice for fresh graduates to handling rejection and pursuing mentorship, she cove...

In this episode of the SiGMA Podcast, host Trevor DeGiorgio sits down with Philip Bugeja of IGAML Consultancy to explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence across responsible gambling and anti-money laundering frameworks. The discussion unpacks how AI supports behavioural analysis, transaction monitoring and risk profiling, while reinforcing the need for human oversight and contextual ju...

In this episode of the SiGMA Poker Face Podcast, SiGMA Poker Tour Operations Manager Ivonne Montealegre speaks with Luca Fagioli, Director of Technology & Business Operations at Panga Games. Luca reflects on his first major live poker tournament at the SiGMA Poker Tour Malta, where he achieved a deep run, finishing 23rd. The conversation explores AI’s role in iGaming, the challenges facing liv...

Recorded during SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, this keynote explores The Overlap Effect: What Happens When Adults and iGaming Traffic Collide. Ksenia Melnik, Head of Partnership Success at TrafficStars, breaks down how adult traffic aligns with iGaming audiences, revealing key insights into user demographics, devices, behaviour patterns and high-performing ad formats. Drawing on real network d...

Recorded during SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, this expert panel explores how payment orchestration, smart routing and real-time rails are reshaping gaming payments worldwide. Payments Uplift Playbook: Orchestration, Smart Routing & Real-Time Rails is moderated by Georgi Stoianov, COO at LaPayo, and features insights from Vasilije Lekovic, VP Gaming at Trustly, Fabrizio Bergamaschi, SVP Ga...

Explore how sustainability is shaping the future of public gaming in Italy. In this panel discussion, Laura D’Angeli is joined by Giuliano Guinici (Eurobet Italia), Mara Di Lecce (Novomatic Italia), and Imma Romano (Coder Italia) to unpack the real meaning of sustainability in the gaming sector. From responsible player protection and sustainable innovation to corporate culture and social responsib...

In this panel discussion, experts tackle the growing issue of bonus abuse and fraud in online gaming while maintaining user experience (UX). Discover how AI, KYC, and device intelligence can work together to combat fraud, multi-accounting, and chargebacks without harming fast onboarding processes or long-term player value (LTV). With insights from industry leaders, including Tim French from Greco...

Discover the future of influencer-driven affiliate marketing in this insightful discussion at SiGMA Central Europe 2025. Industry experts explore how micro-creators, leveraging trust and personalized content, outperform traditional affiliate setups on platforms like TikTok, Telegram, and Instagram. Learn how social trust is replacing clickbait and why it's crucial for operators to adapt their...

Explore the evolving landscape of affiliate marketing and traffic quality in this in-depth panel discussion. Clinton Cutajar, CTO of Media Troopers, moderates a conversation with Bruno Periera, FTD Specialist at Bruno Ads, and Dario Poiese, Director of Affiliates and SEO at LeoVegas Group. The panel delves into identifying clean traffic, tackling emerging fraud techniques, optimising attribution m...

At SiGMA South Asia 2025 in Sri Lanka, Adam Fonsica, Co-Founder & COO of Random State, explores how the world’s oldest form of gambling must evolve to remain relevant. In this keynote, Modernising Luck: Bringing the World’s Oldest Gamble Online, Fonsica examines why younger generations are drifting away from traditional lotteries and how digital gaming mechanics, from loot systems and progress...

During SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, this panel explores how modern ad formats are transforming iGaming acquisition. Ad Formats Unleashed: Mastering Search, Programmatic & Push was moderated by Marcin Kumięga, Business Development Director at Voluum. Panelists included Mikhail Zhukov, Head of CPM at Adsterra, Nick Moutter, CEO at Lift, Renz Gonzales, Head of Business Development at Propel...

Discover the booming world of Italy's Tipster Economy in this insightful panel discussion. As sports tipsters evolve from enthusiasts to influential betting figures, this video dives deep into how their rise is reshaping the sports betting industry. Uncover the role of social media, ethics, and transparency in influencing bettor behavior and how traditional sports journalism is adapting. Join...

During SiGMA Central Europe 2025 the session titled LinkedIn Unplugged explored personal branding, authenticity and visibility on the world’s largest professional network. The panel brought together Valerij Mitejko, Host & Event Manager at Wintevents and Mike Waizman, Chief Marketing Officer at NGM Game. They share practical insights on how professionals can stand out on LinkedIn without chasi...

In this episode of the SiGMA Podcast, Trevor DeGiorgio, Regulatory and Compliance Specialist, sits down with Dr. Maris Catania, Director of Player Sustainability at LeoVegas, to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of responsible gaming. The conversation dives into the creation of Europe’s first common markers of harm standard, Dr. Catania’s role as project leader alongside th...

In this episode of the SiGMA Podcast, Cyrielle Delmans, Reporter at SiGMA News, sits down with Alexandre Tomic, Founder of Alea, and Charlotte Lecomte, CPO & Founder of Alea, to explore the evolving role of jackpots in online gaming. The discussion dives into why jackpots remain one of the strongest acquisition and retention tools, yet one of the most complex and expensive for operators to man...

In this powerful panel discussion from SiGMA Central Europe 2025, leading experts in healthcare, technology, and addiction tackle the critical issue of problem gambling. They explore how AI and advanced monitoring systems are reshaping the fight against gambling-related harm, offering innovative solutions to replace outdated measures. Join industry leaders Geronimo Cardia, Mara Di Lecce, Andrea Ru...

At SiGMA South Asia 2025 in Sri Lanka, industry experts came together to unpack the rapidly evolving cybercrime threats facing South Asia’s gambling market. From account takeovers and scam casinos to crypto fraud, deepfakes and social engineering, the discussion explores how cybercriminals are targeting both players and operators, and what the industry must do to stay ahead through education, tech...

Retention isn’t just about attracting new players — it’s about transforming one-time sign-ups into loyal, long-term customers.  In this exclusive keynote from SiGMA South Asia 2025, Stanislavs Vaipans, CPA Affiliate Team Lead at 1win Partners, dives deep into the power of retention mechanics. He explains how focusing on LTV (Lifetime Value) over CPA (Cost Per Acquisition) can help affiliates build...

AI is transforming the iGaming landscape, but as it drives smarter targeting and personalization, it also raises questions about privacy and compliance. In this session, experts Oliver de Bono and Navneeth Srinivas dive into how AI is reshaping player profiling, retention, and acquisition while balancing the need for data protection. Learn how operators can harness AI to create tailored experience...

At SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, Lazar Keskinov, CEO of Balkan Media Group, delivered a keynote titled Building a Healthy Affiliate Ecosystem. In this session, Keskinov shares practical insights on how affiliates, operators and players can create long-term value through trust, compliance and brand-led growth. Drawing on Balkan Media Group’s experience across Balkan markets, he explains why th...

Hon. Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, delivers an inspiring opening address at SiGMA Central Europe 2025, held in Rome, Italy, this past November. Speaking to thousands of innovators, founders and industry leaders, Metsola reflects on Europe’s tech and gaming future, Malta’s role within the EU and the importance of balancing innovation with responsibility. Her speech highligh...