Jackpots are a reliable acquisition and retention tool, with significant wins being at the very core of the online gaming sector. But without innovation, even the most effective products can stagnate with time. We spoke to some of the biggest names in jackpot development to find out how they are keeping their jackpot offerings fresh […]
As Africa is increasingly moving towards an online gambling ecosystem, we sat down with Kiron Interactive co-CEO and founder Steven Spartinos, BetGames sales director Africa James Everett and Altenar COO & director Dinos Stranomitis. In this piece, we discuss how Africa’s traditionally land-based dominated gaming and betting segment has made a noticeable shift towards the […]
Sound design within online slots is becoming ever-more sophisticated and immersive, as the battle reigns to keep players engaged. But how is modern-day game music developed, how is it meeting regulatory challenges and what will come next in this fascinating sphere of development? We speak to Lightning Box CPO David Little, Michael Salih, Lead Game […]
Crash games are accounting for an increasing share of the iGaming market. Most of these games take a straightforward concept and build unique propositions around it, proving a commercial success, adding value to customer gameplay, and are generally considered a fun way to liven up the traditional gaming experience. Today, we speak with three developers […]
Growing demand for talented people means that many iGaming companies are competing hard to attract potential industry stars. In this round-table feature, we talk to David Copeland, founder of betting jobs, Jamie Webb, HR manager at Call to Action, Huddle’s co-founder and chief strategy officer Leo Gaspar and head of people and culture Josipa Marenic, […]
Every year we see suppliers release Christmas-themed games, from reskins to original content and everything in between. How much appetite is there for these festive creations, and do players want to see more than just reskins or Christmas overlays. What else can suppliers to do ensure players remain engaged during this important time of year? […]
The online gambling industry is by its very nature fortunate to be able to collect a lot of player data that can be used to improve product development. But with technology quickly evolving, is the industry optimizing the use of their data and what can we expect to see in the future from suppliers that […]
Despite a rise in the number of licenses issued by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) in 2020, new license applications and total revenue dipped last year for the island’s regulator. Although Covid-19 will have been a factor, it does once again raise questions about the long-term future of Malta as an iGaming hub. While some […]
Sequels within the entertainment industry are a sure-fire way to generate hype and drive interest back into an existing brand. The success of a follow-up is never guaranteed, but slot developers seemingly have a talent for producing new variants that resonate with existing players, as well as take a brand in a different direction to […]
An increasing number of slot developers are turning towards multi-studio strategies to broaden their RGS content offering, in what is becoming an apparent shift in the content aggregation model. We asked Adrian Bailey, Managing Director of Pariplay, Stuart McCarthy, Head of Partners and Programs at Yggdrasil, and Andy Whitworth, Chief Commercial Officer at White Hat […]
