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OpenSlots, a new AI creative platform for game development, has made its market debut, designed to empower operators, studios, and developers to build bespoke, high-quality titles faster and more efficiently than ever before.

The first iteration of OpenSlots has been launched for internal use by the team of experienced executives behind content aggregator and slot studio ESA Gaming, with it leveraging artificial intelligence to remove barriers to creativity and game delivery.

Expected for commercial release in mid-2026 the platform will enable non-technical professionals to design, test, and publish fully compliant slot games with intuitive, modular tools, without compromising on graphic quality or gameplay innovation.

Its simple interface will allow for aspiring game creators to input key specifications, such as theme, game type, mechanics, reel matrix, RTP and much more, before generating a game design document, concept art and publishing a game in a game editor for on-the-fly changes.

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Customers are then able to gain access to ESA Gaming’s distribution network of more than 160 operators across regulated markets, to ensure rapid deployment to the end user.

With a leadership team bringing a wealth of experience in the sector and a product roadmap set to include more than 20 game types, multilingual support, and 100+ currencies, OpenSlots is poised for rapid global growth.

Thomas Smallwood, CCO at OpenSlots said: “We see OpenSlots as a game changer in the game development space. Our mission is straightforward in that we want to unlock creativity for non-technical professionals and empower operators and studios to create their own content quickly and easily.

“Our platform makes slot creation faster, more efficient, and conducted in an environment where success can be replicated at will. With the addition of the distribution network via ESA Gaming’s Game Aggregation System (GAS), we’re confident that OpenSlots can signal the next phase of game production.”

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GR8 Tech landed heavyweight wins on all fronts at SBC Summit 2025, taking home the prestigious Platform Provider of the Year award and drawing record-breaking crowds with its Heavyweight Club activation with Ready to Fight, which brought undisputed world champion Oleksandr Usyk to the summit floor.

Heavyweight Presence: Super Stage Panel and iGaming Influencers at GR8 Tech Booth

On the Super Stage, GR8 Tech and Ready to Fight held “The Heavyweight Playbook: Building Businesses That Perform When It Matters Most” panel discussion. Oleksandr Usyk opened up about discipline and trust in his team, while Kyrylo Korobka, Executive Director at Ready to Fight, emphasized the importance of data-driven preparation. Yevhen Krazhan, CSO at GR8 Tech, showed how the same principles apply to iGaming, where platforms must perform flawlessly under pressure.

“Whether it’s preparing for a championship fight or building an iGaming platform, excellence comes from systematic discipline, not just talent,” Yevhen Krazhan, CSO at GR8 Tech, said during the discussion.

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Following the panel discussion, the punch machine challenge at GR8 Tech’s stand brought together influential industry leaders, creating one of the most talked-about activations of the entire Summit.

GR8 Tech’s CEO Oleksandr Feshchenko claimed the top score and Usyk’s signed gloves. However, given GR8 Tech’s partnership with Ready to Fight, the prize was never meant to stay in-house—instead going to the next highest scorer, Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC Gaming, capturing the core of the Heavyweight Club philosophy: champions create champions.

Usyk’s appearance drew massive attention, driving a fivefold increase in traffic to the GR8 Tech stand—igniting new sales opportunities and sparking a surge of meaningful engagement with prospects and partners.

Platform for Champions: GR8 Tech Named Platform Provider of the Year

GR8 Tech capped off its heavyweight presence at SBC Summit 2025 by being named “Platform Provider of the Year” at the SBC Awards ceremony.

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This prestigious recognition confirms what GR8 Tech has built: a true Platform for Champions that provides the unmatched performance, flexibility, and global infrastructure required for operators who refuse to settle for second place. The validation was echoed by exceptional demand and operator interest witnessed throughout the summit, with 200+ meetings demonstrating the industry’s appetite for champion-level solutions.

“The Heavyweight Club is built on performance, not promises. At SBC Summit, we showed that operators with the ambition to lead will find in GR8 Tech a partner that pushes them further, faster, and stronger—and winning Platform Provider of the Year proves it,” Sergey Ghazaryan, CRO at GR8 Tech, summed up.

GR8 Tech. Platform for Champions

GR8 Tech is an award-winning provider, delivering high-performance sportsbook and iGaming solutions that empower operators to lead and win in competitive markets. Key elements of GR8 Tech’s comprehensive portfolio include the Hyper Turnkey solution, ULTIM8 Sportsbook, Infinite Casino Aggregation, and a proprietary affiliate management platform, Aff.Tech.

With a geo-specific approach to solutions, a focus on practical innovations, and an operator-first mindset, GR8 Tech helps its clients achieve measurable results in their target markets quickly and efficiently. Trusted by top operators worldwide, GR8 Tech has over 100 successful cases and earned multiple recognitions, including the title of Platform Provider of the Year by SBC Awards 2025.

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HIPTHER, the pioneering events organizer that first put the Baltics on the map for premium networking and learning in the iGaming and tech industries, is proud to announce the launch of HIPTHER Baltics: a new, expanded event format bringing three flagship conferences per year across Vilnius, Riga, and Tallinn.

Since 2018, HIPTHER has been at the forefront of industry development in the region with the event that became known as MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit, rotating annually between the Baltic capitals. Now, as part of the events’ major rebranding and expansion, the Baltics receive dedicated focus through HIPTHER Baltics, offering professionals more opportunities than ever to connect, learn, and grow.

In 2026, HIPTHER Baltics will host three specialized events:

• HIPTHER Baltics: Vilnius – iGaming Regulation & Fintech Integration
  21 April 2026 | Hilton Garden Inn Vilnius City Centre
• HIPTHER Baltics: Riga – Cross-Border Compliance & Player Protection, Baltic Gaming Awards
  12 May 2026 | Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga
• HIPTHER Baltics: Tallinn – Digital Governance & Startup Innovation & Nordic Focus
  2 June 2026 | Hilton Tallinn Park

Each conference will deliver premium learning and networking opportunities for stakeholders across iGaming, fintech, blockchain, AI, cybersecurity, and emerging tech sectors. Attendees can look forward to insightful panel discussions, interactive sessions, and unrivaled opportunities to build lasting connections.

Adding to the experience, each event will include:

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• Day 0 Welcome Drinks – a relaxed pre-conference gathering to spark early connections.
• Closing Networking Party – a vibrant celebration designed to strengthen business relationships and collaborations.
• HIPTHER Academy – Launched in 2024, HIPTHER Academy is a structured learning platform embedded within conferences, empowering professionals with in-demand skills and recognized certifications in iGaming and Tech.

Zoltan Tündik, Co-Founder & Head of Business at HIPTHER, stated about HIPTHER Baltics 2026: “Transforming MARE BALTICUM into HIPTHER Baltics marks a huge evolution in how we serve the iGaming and tech ecosystems of the region. By expanding from one annual summit to three flagship events, we’re able to provide more tailored, jurisdiction-specific experiences that dive deeper into the most pressing topics, while continuing to foster the premium networking and knowledge-sharing our community expects”.

With HIPTHER Baltics, the future of iGaming and tech collaboration in the region is brighter than ever!

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