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European Gaming Q1 2024 Meetup: Exploring Innovation, Marketing, and the iGaming Industry Hubs
HIPTHER’s staple Quarterly Meetups for the Gaming industry have officially returned for 2024! The European Gaming Q1 Meetup 2024 took place on February 28 online, featuring an incredible lineup of speakers, including Ilya Machavariani, CEO and Senior Partner at 4H Agency, Krysta Muscat and Kevin Perks, International Recruiters at Van Kaizen, Jekaterina Dubnicka, Marketing & Communications Manager at Slotsjudge, Eberhard Dürrschmid, CEO at Golden Whale Productions, and John Chyriwsky, Head of Marketing at Fincore Ltd. HIPTHER’s Co-founder and Host-Extraordinaire, Zoltan Tuendik, moderated the panel discussions.
The Meetup sessions explored the gaming and technology industry, focusing on various topics such as the importance of innovation and transformation in the sector, strategies to combat offshore gambling, the emergence of Malta and the Isle of Man as iGaming industry hubs, potential future hubs for the gambling industry, marketing strategies in the gaming industry, and innovation in the gaming with a particular emphasis on personalization.
Gaming and TECH: Future Journey and Fight Against Offshore Gambling
The meeting kicked off highlighting the importance and intersection of gaming and technology industries, which will be explored at the upcoming MARE BALTICUM and Prague Gaming & TECH Summits by HIPTHER. Our first guest, Ilya Machavariani, CEO and Senior Partner at 4H Agency delved further into technology and the latest strategies in the global fight against offshore gambling.
Ilya discussed strategies to combat offshore gambling, proposing a separation into active and passive instruments. He suggested that governments should legalize all verticals of the industry and ensure operators obtain licenses. Ilya also emphasized the importance of transparent and sensible regulations and the role of technology in identifying and preventing access to offshore gambling sites. He highlighted the challenges of regulating and blocking websites from a governmental perspective and the need for international cooperation.
The discussion ended with a focus on improved consumer protection measures and the importance of educating consumers about potential risks associated with illegal gambling activities.
Gaming Industry Hubs: Malta, Isle of Man and Beyond
For the 2nd Session of the European Gaming Q1 Meetup, we welcomed Krysta Muscat and Kevin Perks, International Recruiters at Van Kaizen, to discuss iGaming hubs and hotspots of the Gaming Industry. Kevin introduced their global headhunting company that primarily serves the gaming sector, recruiting for approximately 140 businesses. The discussion revolved around the factors contributing to Malta and the Isle of Man emerging as hubs for the iGaming industry, with Krysta highlighting Malta’s modernized infrastructure and highly regulated environment, and Kevin pointing out the supportive government and dedicated government agency in the Isle of Man, along with its tax breaks. Both islands were found to have a skilled workforce and a multilingual population. Kevin also discussed the benefits of living on the Isle of Man, emphasizing the slower pace of life, the island’s 40% open space, and its status as one of the safest places in Europe. The discussion ended on the topic of the government’s efforts to promote the island and attract businesses, with a focus on recruitment strategies for gaming companies in competitive markets.
The session concluded with a discussion on potential future hubs for the iGaming industry, with Krysta and Kevin emphasizing on the US, Canada, Spain, Portugal, the UK, and Bulgaria, highlighting the significant interest and potential opportunities in these regions.
Marketing, Communication, and Community building in iGaming
In this first Marketing-focused session, Zoltan hosted our special guest Jekaterina Dubnicka – Marketing & Communications Manager at Slotsjudge. The conversation focused on marketing strategies in the gaming industry, with Jekaterina explaining the shift towards more interactive and immersive content by leveraging social media and video interviews, and focusing on SEO tools to gain insights into audience interests. She also provided insight into the role of community in the gaming experience, the importance of navigating strict regulatory environments while maintaining compliance and a strong brand voice, the importance of innovation in content creation and delivery, and emerging trends in the gaming industry.
Innovation and Personalization in Gaming Industry
The last panel discussion focused on innovation in the gaming industry, with a particular emphasis on personalization. Eberhard Dürrschmid, CEO at Golden Whale, and John Chyriwsky, Head of Marketing at Fincore Ltd joined us to discuss innovation in iGaming and Sports Betting. John highlighted the potential for improvement in the area of personalization and user experience, suggesting that platforms should “step up” to respond better to user needs. Eberhard pointed out the industry’s flexibility and the importance of meeting customer expectations, while John emphasized the need to enhance customer experience, suggesting the use of real-time data to create personalized experiences. He cited examples of successful companies that prioritize customer experience, such as Amazon and Uber. Eberhard also discussed the potential of AI and machine learning in the industry. The conversation concluded with a group exercise where participants shared their hopes for technology implementation in the gaming industry by the end of 2024.
Coming up Next:
Watch the recording of the European Gaming Q1 Meetup on HIPTHER TV, and keep an eye out for our next European Gaming Quarterly Meetups!
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Kiril Kirilov takes on new leadership role at CT Interactive
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Mindway AI Announces Partnership with 2mee
Global behavioural intelligence leader Mindway AI has teamed up with 2mee, the pioneer in Human Messaging, to transform digital risk management. This strategic partnership combines advanced risk detection with personalised messaging to set a new standard for user safety and engagement in the digital landscape.
2mee is renowned for its innovative approach that integrates real, verified human messages directly into digital experiences. By delivering pre-recorded human guidance at crucial moments of friction or uncertainty, 2mee assures operational transparency while drastically improving user trust and comprehension. The platform’s unique integration allows these messages to be seamlessly embedded into user journeys, thus maintaining the flow and integrity of the digital experience while enhancing end-user interaction.
The partnership between Mindway AI and 2mee aligns the strengths of both companies by bridging the gap between behavioural risk detection and immediate, human-centric intervention. This collaboration aims to provide operators with a powerful toolset, leading to measurable interventions and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
“Partnering with 2mee allows us to leverage our advanced behavioural detection capabilities in groundbreaking ways. By integrating our technology with 2mee’s pre-recorded human messages, we are creating a holistic approach to risk management that supports both operators and their customers, while meeting rigorous regulatory requirements. This partnership represents an exciting evolution in how we foster safer digital environments,” said Rasmus Kjaergaard, CEO of Mindway AI.
“Working with Mindway AI allows us to close a critical gap that’s existed for years. Risk algorithms have been excellent at identifying problem gambling behaviour, but tools and research around follow-on preventative action have been significantly lacking. Together, we’re connecting behavioural intelligence with real human intervention inside the journey itself. It’s a unique and genuinely exciting step forward for how regulated operators support their customers responsibly,” Jez White, Managing Director at 2mee, said.
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Amusnet Releases Cashybara Boxing Edition Game
Amusnet expands its innovative portfolio with the launch of Cashybara Boxing Edition, an adrenaline-charged crash game that merges combat sports intensity with fast-paced betting. Featuring a unique boxing theme and the fan-favourite Cashybara character, the game challenges players to master their timing in a high-pressure environment where the potential rewards grow with every punch thrown.
From the opening bell, the action never slows down. As Cashybara dodges jabs and fires back with powerful combinations, the multiplier climbs higher and higher, building tension with every passing second. The question is always the same: play it smart and secure your progress, or stay in the fight longer and push for a knockout finish as the multiplier soars.
Adding a tactical edge to the gameplay, the 50% Cash Out feature lets players lock in half of their gains mid-round while keeping the rest in play. It’s a strategic balance between caution and courage.
Combined with dynamic visuals, punchy animations and the roar of the crowd, every round feels like a live fight night where anything can happen. Fast, bold and full of personality, Cashybara Boxing Edition delivers a thrilling crash experience where reflexes and nerve define the outcome.
Jackpot Cards
The Jackpot Cards bonus game is triggered at random during the gameplay to allow players to win impressive jackpots.
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