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SBC Summit Powers Onto Lisbon After Record 2023 Performance
SBC Events has hailed the support of the global iGaming industry as the reason for a record-breaking 2023 edition of the SBC Summit Barcelona.
This year’s exhibition and conference drew an impressive crowd of around 15,000 attendees, a threefold increase from last year’s figures, solidifying its status as the industry’s fastest-growing event.
The post-event survey data revealed a Net Promoter Score of 49 for the event, highlighting SBC’s dedication to upholding high-quality standards, even in the face of substantial growth in attendance compared to the previous year.
The event kicked off with grandeur at the SBC Leaders Summit—an inaugural edition of the exclusive pre-event invite-only gathering that attracted 500 top-tier industry executives.
This full-day affair featured a wealth of conference content, including a keynote from Frank Abagnale, the man who inspired Steven Spielberg’s ‘Catch Me if You Can,’ networking opportunities, and a poker tournament.
A significant highlight of the event was the induction of Gustaf Hagman (CEO and Co-Founder, LeoVegas), Jordan Levin (CEO, OpenBet), Per Widerström (Incoming CEO, 888 Holdings – effective October 16, 2023), and Brigid Simmonds OBE (Chair, Betting and Gaming Council) into SBC’s Hall of Fame.
Taking place at Fira Barcelona Montjuic on 19-21 September, SBC Summit Barcelona boasted a massive 38,000 square metres show floor accommodating 350 exhibitors, marking a 175% increase as compared to the previous year.
Roger Redfearn-Tyrzyk, VP of Global Gaming at IDnow, provider of identity verification solutions and one of the exhibitors, said: “We are being treated as a partner, not just as a company that pays money to get services. We’re being taken to events and get introduced to people. SBC is a solution-finding partner for us.”
The 2023 show floor was effectively split into five zones denoting key areas of the industry: Sports Betting; Casino & iGaming; Affiliate, Media and Marketing; Payments & Compliance; and Emerging Tech. In addition, there was a designated ‘Festival area,’ which not only showcased exhibitors but also provided the perfect casual networking setting, featuring a sangria & tapas bar, an ice cream bar, a smoothie and juice bar and various other amenities.
The exhibition area was enriched by multiple networking zones, with the SBC Connect+ Lounge serving as a central meeting hub for delegates who had organised their meetings through the official event app. Noteworthy is the fact that the app included a lead assessment feature that saw active use, totalling 2,560 interactions.
When asked what sets SBC Summit Barcelona apart as an industry event, Sab Jhooti, Founder & CEO of investment firm Bonmoja, said: “It’s the community element. Whenever I come, I have the opportunity to meet the who’s who in this industry. Everybody you want to meet comes to this event, so I don’t really have to go anywhere else.”
Spanning seven stages, the comprehensive conference agenda delivered over 80 hours of content and offered insights from over 450 industry leaders. 89.4% of the speakers held C-level positions, while 63.7% represented operators, and 8.9% came from affiliates. The remaining 27.4% of speakers represented suppliers, associations, regulators, media, sports teams, and investors. With a total of 302 questions directed at the speakers on stage, the event adopted a more interactive approach.
Based on insights from SBC Connect+, it’s evident that the following five panels were the most sought-after by app users.
- “Sports Betting’s Makeover: The Influence of Gamification, Streaming, and Stats”
- “Affiliate Leaders Panel: Leading Partnerships in Emerging Markets”
- “Sports & Sponsorship Landscape: Growth Markets and Partnerships”
- “SBC Leaders: Exploring Global Growth Markets”
- “Everything, Everywhere, All-of-the-Time: Managing Marketing, Tech & Compliance”
Highlighting the 2023 program were keynotes by Matthew Ball, a renowned metaverse expert and bestselling author, and Daniel Taylor, CEO of Flutter International. In the spirit of increased engagement, each day’s agenda in 2023 concluded with enlightening roundtable sessions — 30 in total — each dedicated to specific markets, verticals, or topics.
A distinctive highlight of SBC’s events, the First Pitch competition, designed to assist startups in bringing their innovative visions to life, announced its latest champion. SnapOdds, the victor of this competition, secured a coveted prize package worth over €60,000, which includes a two-day workshop experience in Tallinn, provided by competition sponsor Yolo Investments, among the list of prizes.
Marking its 10th-anniversary edition, the SBC Awards Ceremony unfolded in style at the iconic Caves Codorníu and recognised industry leaders across 39 featured categories. Hosting the event were the familiar face of SBC Awards, TV personality Kirsty Gallacher, and former professional football player turned manager, Clarence Seedorf, widely acknowledged as one of the greatest midfielders of this generation. The ceremony also featured a special guest appearance by Luis Figo, former World and European Footballer of the Year, who played for both FC Barcelona and Real Madrid and is the current brand ambassador of Digitain.
Thomas Carvalhaes, Managing Director of Brazilian operator VaiDeBob, said: “The quality and calibre of people attending is very impressive. I was on a podcast recently and they asked what my favourite event was. I said it’s SBC Summit Barcelona – for its relevance, for the people who are here and for giving us a sense of what’s about to come.”
Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC said: “The Barcelona chapter for SBC came to a spectacular close. This event exceeded our wildest dreams as we worked tirelessly to make it the industry’s fastest-growing gathering. With 15,000 attendees filling the exhibition floor, this show will forever be a cherished part of SBC’s history. However, as you all probably know, we’re far from done. The success of this edition paves the way for an even more prosperous next edition. We can’t wait to welcome you all in Lisbon for SBC Summit 2024!”
In a significant development, SBC has announced the next edition of its renowned global flagship event, now rebranded as SBC Summit to underscore its worldwide prominence. The event is set to make its home at Lisbon’s Feira Internacional de Lisboa (FIL) on 24-26 September and is anticipated to occupy a vast area exceeding 100,000 square metres. Expecting a gathering of 25,000 attendees, the event will welcome a substantial 600 exhibitors and feature insights from 500 expert speakers.
Gaming Innovation Group Inc. (GiG) has today issued 2,176,941 new shares of its common stock. The new shares are issued by the Board of Directors under the Company’s 150,000,000 authorized shares, and the Company confirms that the new shares have been duly authorized by all necessary corporate actions and that the new shares have been fully paid and validly issued. The Company’s share capital has increased from USD 129,003,161 to USD 131,180,102, and the number of outstanding shares has increased from 129,003,161 to 131,180,102 (par value USD 1.00). In addition, a total of 1,432,500 options are outstanding as of today.
The 2,176,941 new shares were distributed as follows:
823,897 new shares have been issued in connection with the acquisition of KaFe Rocks Ltd., ref. announcements from GiG on 7 November 2023 and 21 December 2023. Under the Share Purchase Agreement, GiG were obligated to issue EUR 2.5 million in shares to the sellers, pending specific operational cost savings targets being met by year-end 2023. The targets were met, and the sellers are entitled to extra payment, where the number of shares is based on a 30-day VWAP of the GiG share at the time of closing (NOK 30.11).
982,694 new shares have been issued in connection with the option program entered into in connection with the acquisition of Sportnco Gaming SAS (“Sportnco”), ref. Exemption Document dated 13 July 2022., whereby key employees in Sportnco, contingent on continued employment, will receive shares in the Company at EUR 2.11 (NOK 24.80) per share.
370,350 new shares have been issued in connection with exercise of options, whereof 319,000 shares at a share price of NOK 15.00 and 51,350 at a share price of NOK 22.00 per share.
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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
Relax Gaming has teamed up with CasinoDaddy once more to create its latest collaborative release as everyone’s favourite sloth, Chip, embarks on his latest escapade in Epic Dreams. Players can climb the lofty ladder up 50 levels to net themselves a maximum win of 5,000x by collecting matching coins and symbols.
Greentube, the NOVOMATIC Interactive division, has introduced its latest retro title with a twist, Silver Lux: Big Win Spinner. A classic three-reel stepper, this timeless slot is packed with thrilling modern features and a progressive jackpot for extra chances to win big amongst its nine paylines and Big Win Spinner wheel. Players participate using credits rather than currency, with the base game played for 10 credits.
Games Global’s exclusive studio AreaVegas Games has launched Area Link™ Dragon, the latest title in its popular Area Link™ series that captivates players with its stunning mythical design and plethora of features. Set against a volcanic backdrop, the 5×3 reelset is adorned with vibrant gemstones, treasure chests, and fireballs, all spinning by under the watchful eye of the dragon.
Endorphina has announced the release of its brand-new addition to its game portfolio on May 7th. Dazzling Crown is a classic fruit slot featuring 5 reels, 3 rows, and 10 fixed paylines. While classified as a classic slot game, with its noble and elegant exterior, Dazzling Crown also falls under the category of luxury slots created by the provider.
Spinomenal has launched its latest game, Dreams of Cleopatra. Unfolding underneath a mesmerising night sky, this 5×3 slot offers players a journey back to the glory of ancient Egypt. Dreams of Cleopatra features a haul of golden Egyptian artefacts as medium symbols, including intricately designed golden death masks, amulets, statues, and arks.
Wazdan adds a 6×5 reel layout to its Coins™ series with its latest launch 30 Coins. Adding a new dimension to the gameplay, the board is expanded to a 6×5 layout, allowing players to collect up to 30 Coins. Landing six or more coins in the middle reels triggers the player-favourite Hold the Jackpot™ bonus round.
Yggdrasil and YGG Masters partner Peter & Sons have shaken up the pirate slot genre with Gunpowder, a battle for oceanic supremacy with a hold full of rich naval-inspired features. A volatile slot with 10paylines, Gunpowder promises sticky wilds elevated with respins for the bravest of seadogs. A powerful free spins game sees the Phantom Power feature and retriggers wrapped up in the signature polished animation that Peter & Sons is renowned for.
3 Oaks Gaming has gone live with Fishin’ Bear, a vibrant slot showcasing a Free Spins round incorporating multiple features for an action-packed fishing expedition. The jolly bear acts as a Wild during the gameplay and appears in the middle of the third reel only. When visible alongside Bonus symbols within all game modes, he activates the Collect feature and hooks in the cash values for a combined payout.
Games Global exclusive studio Nailed It! Games has unveiled its buccaneering new release Riptide Pirates™, featuring an exciting, interactive battleship bonus round. The high-seas adventure tasks players with matching crewmates, anchors and compasses across the game’s 25 paylines to trigger Riptide Wild Stacks and the Pirate Bonus, leading to impressive wins worth up to 5,000x the bet.
Embark on a journey of fruity delight with Sweet Splash, the latest addition to Boldplay’s slot game line-up. Designed to quench players’ thirst for excitement, the game invites them to immerse themselves in a vibrant world bursting with juicy rewards. Featuring a 5×3 reel layout and 243 ways to win, Sweet Splash promises an adventure like no other, where every spin holds the promise of fortune and excitement.
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Red Rake Gaming presents some of its games on Swiss4Win, the online brand platform from Casino Lugano
Premium casino content developer, Red Rake Gaming, partners with Swiss4Win, the online brand from Casino Lugano, to distribute their high-end and innovative suite of top performing casino games into the regulated Swiss market.
The collaboration will grant Swiss4Win access to Red Rake Gaming studio’s outstanding array of top-tier games. Among these, there are renowned titles such as Guardians of Luxor featuring scatters, mini-games, special wheels, 1st of the Irish with its multiple features and captivating cascading reels, and others such as Mega Rich, Ultra Burst, 2 Kings of Africa, Guardian of Ra.
These games have already captured the hearts of players worldwide and are currently leading the charts in several regulated European markets and this strategic and commercial partnership is part of the supplier’s plans to expand across Europe and supply innovative games to operator partners worldwide.
Nick Barr, Managing Director for Red Rake Gaming Malta, commented on the partnership stating: “We could not be more thrilled to partner with Swiss4Win, who are a dominating force in the Swiss market thanks to their player first approach and delivery of the best service to their players. We are very confident the Red Rake Games will play a strong part in Swiss4Win’s continued growth and delighted to work with all the team at Casino Lugano.”
Paolo Sanvido, Chief Executive Officer at Casino Lugano/Swiss4Win, said: “Red Rake Gaming is an innovative brand in the online gaming industry. The inclusion of their innovative titles within our gaming platform is something we welcome with great enthusiasm, confident that we will deliver an even more fun and engaging gaming experience.”
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