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15 February 2019
The igaming industry's 2019 predictions: part two
As 2019 begins, we talk to the sector’s leading founders, experts and opinion formers about the opportunities and challenges set to define igaming this year. In part two we hear from analysts and experts on technology and innovation and people

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14 February 2019
The igaming industry's 2019 predictions: part one
As 2019 begins, we talk to the sector’s leading founders, experts and opinion formers about the opportunities and challenges set to define igaming this year. In part one we hear from operators and suppliers, regulatory experts and marketers

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7 February 2019
The importance of creating a diverse workplace
Jane Ryan, chief operating officer of B2B at Nektan, on why the igaming industry needs to adapt to modern trends to plug the gender gap

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6 February 2019
Concerns over advertising dominate day two of ICE VOX 2019
The threat of further advertising restrictions is weighing heavily on the industry, according to speakers on the second day of ICE VOX 2019. Joanne Christie reports

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5 February 2019
Interview: Buckley begins Nektan tenure
Lucy Buckley has moved on from Inspired Entertainment, where she rose from doing the supplier’s PR to running its interactive division. As Nektan’s new chief executive explains why she believes the supplier is set for a stellar year

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28 January 2019
Interview: Talking tough
NetEnt chief executive Therese Hillman gives an unvarnished account of the supplier’s struggles in 2018 and explains how she plans to turn the business around in 2019.

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25 January 2019
Where are all the women?
Two years on from the launch of KPMG’s #WeAllWantToPlay diversity initiative, Micky Swindale asks what more can be done to encourage a greater female presence in all ranks of the gaming industry.
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25 October 2017
Igaming jury still out on blockchain's potential
To some, blockchain is synonymous with revolution and progress. To others, hidden identity, hacking and the drugs trade. Which camp are you in, asks Layla Ali?
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10 October 2017
The evolution of live casino: from niche product to mainstream success
Live casino has come a long way from its Asian roots, with recent results from European operators showing its growing traction. Scott Longley reports.

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3 October 2017
Why blockchain is a game-changer for the igaming industry
In the first part of a three-part series, Ron Segev looks at how blockchain technology provides the perfect underpinning for emerging gaming platforms.
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28 June 2017
Back to the future of igaming affiliate marketing
Paysafe’s Income Access recently marked its 15th year in the industry, Sarafina Wolde Gabriel looks at the affiliate channel’s evolution in that time and where new opportunities lie.

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20 February 2017
What the igaming sector can expect in 2017 (Part 4)
Looming regulations and marketing, mobile and machine advances, read Part 4 of our industry experts' predictions for the year ahead.

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15 February 2017
What the igaming sector can expect in 2017 (Part 3)
VR, data, UX, increased regulatory pressures and unreasonable regulations, read Part 3 of our industry experts' predictions for 2017.

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8 February 2017
Social casino finances: Q4 update
After a sluggish third quarter, the social casino market returned to growth in the final quarter of 2016, with strong performances from SciGames, Product Madness and PlayStudios.

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22 November 2016
Social casino finances: Q3 update
The past quarter was one of mixed fortunes as impressive performances from Playtika or Sci Games contrasted with those from DoubleDown or Zynga.

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1 November 2016
eSports: Valve and WSGC stand off, investments carry on and reality bites for AlphaDraft
The 'stand off' between Valve and the WSGC continues, major investments continue and fantasy esports start up AlphaDraft calls it a day.

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11 October 2016
Streaming is vital for operators, new consumption formats could benefit industry further
Sports streaming is vital content and the interaction between rights holders, broadcasters, content and rights specialists and user consumption is constantly evolving and will take on new forms, which could have positive outcomes for igaming if channelled properly.

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18 August 2016
Social Gaming and Betting Report update: Playtika sells for US$4.4bn
The acquisition of Playtika by the Shanghai Giant Network Technology for US$4.4bn shows that the social gaming sector is a serious, cash generative business. But the deal also has repercussions for the sector as a whole, writes Joanne Chrisite.

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30 March 2016
Supply and demand – the new supplier landscape
The eco-system for igaming suppliers is more open than ever, Scott Longley looks at how this translates for smaller suppliers when working with prospects or other software counterparts.

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24 November 2015
Plus500 turns negative for Playtech
Questions linked to 'onboarding techniques' have prevented the Playtech-Plus500 buyout and could affect the group's 2016 forecast, while issues related to regulatory arbitrage are likely to keep cropping up.

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