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Swintt names David Flood as CTO

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5 years ago

June 3, 2021

George Miller

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Rising star casino game developer strengthens management team with appointment of technology veteran

Swintt, the fast-growing casino game and live dealer provider, has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of industry heavyweight David Flood as Chief Technology Officer.

Flood has been working in the iGaming industry for more than 16 years and over that time has held roles at tier one organisations including LeoVegas, Gaming Innovation Group, Tain, Boss Gaming and most recently Novibet where he was CTO.

At Swintt, he will be responsible for the delivery and operational running of game and platform development as well as IT systems globally. This includes ensuring that new systems and products are developed on time, to budget and integrated in an efficient manner.

Swintt is one of the fastest-growing game developers in the market and has quickly earned a reputation for creating casino content that is localised for growth markets and that taps into the different player requirements in each, leading to a superior customer experience.

This in turn has seen its content go live with some of the biggest operators in the sector including the likes of LeoVegas, Hero Gaming, Wunderino and recently Enlabs and Twin.

David Flynn, Chief Executive Officer at Swintt, said: “I am delighted to welcome David to the team and for Swintt to be able to leverage his incredible expertise and unrivalled experience when it comes to technology as well as the online gambling industry.

“We have grown at pace since day one and in order to continue to drive the business forwards, we require talent of David’s calibre. I look forward to working with him closely as we improve our technologies and processes which in turn will enable us to shift up another gear.”

David Flood, Chief Technology Officer at Swintt, said: “I am incredibly excited to be joining Swintt and to be given the opportunity to play a part in taking the business to the next level.

“My remit is to really get things into shape from a technology perspective so that Swintt is capable of entering any new jurisdiction with minimal friction and as quickly as possible. I already have a great foundation to work with but believe I can bring a lot to the table.

“I’d like to thank David for giving me such a warm welcome and I now look forward to getting on with the task at hand.”

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Sends CEO Alona Shevtsova moderates Global Gaming Expansion panel in Riyadh

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57 minutes ago

June 25, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Alona Shevtsova, CEO of Sends, will moderate a panel at The Blockchain show on 29^th June, bringing together experts from entertainment, location-based gaming, and content localisation to examine what it takes to build sustainable gaming ecosystems across emerging markets.

The panel, titled “Global Gaming Expansion: Lessons from Untapped Markets,” will structure its discussion across four themes: the growth dynamics reshaping emerging gaming markets; the role of localisation in creating experiences that genuinely connect with new audiences; the infrastructure and communities needed to build gaming ecosystems beyond the game itself; and the lessons and opportunities that will define successful expansion in the years ahead.

Alona Shevtsova plans to frame the discussion around the central challenge for companies looking to expand globally: entering a new market requires far more than bringing an existing product to a new audience. Understanding local cultures, building communities, adapting experiences, and creating ecosystems that allow gaming to grow sustainably are all as important as the product itself.

Alona Shevtsova, CEO of Sends, said:

“The future growth of gaming will come not only from new technologies, but from understanding people — their cultures, communities, and the experiences they want to be part of. Successful expansion will belong to those who can combine global ambition with local understanding.”

The first segment will examine why regions including the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia are becoming increasingly significant for developers, operators, and investors — driven by young audiences, accelerating digital adoption, and new entertainment models creating substantial growth potential. Panellists will explore how consumer preferences differ across markets and what trends among younger audiences are shaping the future of gaming and entertainment.

The third segment will broaden the lens beyond the game itself, exploring the role of location-based entertainment, gaming centres, esports, and experiential destinations in attracting new audiences and building long-term communities. Panellists plan to address how entertainment ecosystems — spanning physical venues, events, and community infrastructure — accelerate gaming adoption in markets where the category is still establishing itself.

Earlier this month, Alona Shevtsova was shortlisted for the 2026 Great British Entrepreneur Awards in the Established Business of the Year category. Her team is also preparing for the Fintech Connect conference in London later this year. Sends will be a leading sponsor of this event.

*Sends is a trade name of SMARTFLOW PAYMENTS LIMITED, registered in England and Wales (Company No.11070048). For more information, visit sends.co .

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