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Metacore earned €162m in revenue and posted operating losses of €5.6m in 2023. Revenue is up 26% year-on-year

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Excited about this article & the future of Marker Trax and Koin Payments! Special thanks to Global Gaming Business and Jess Marquez!

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In this weeks episode of NoMadPodcast, we discussed our plans for the upcoming #Bitcoin conference in Prague. #Bitcoin #btcprague2024

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🎰The iGaming industry is at a crossroads, merging traditional fiat currency operations with the revolutionary world of cryptocurrencies. As online casinos expand to include both payment options, exceptional customer service becomes critical. Here’s how the industry is adapting. 💵🪙 Dual-Currency Dynamics Fiat Casinos: Dealing in traditional currencies like USD and EUR, these platforms are well-regulated, providing trust and familiarity. Crypto Casinos: Embracing cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, these casinos offer anonymity, faster transactions, and lower fees, but also unique challenges in customer support and security. 👩🏼‍💻Key Challenges 📑Regulatory Compliance:Navigating international regulations for AML and KYC is complex. 👩🏼‍💻Technical Support: Addressing technical issues related to both fiat and crypto transactions requires specialized knowledge. 👯‍♂️Diverse Customer Base:Catering to both traditional gamblers and crypto enthusiasts means handling a wide range of preferences and skills. 🔐Security: Ensuring safe transactions and data protection is paramount. 👩🏼‍💻Strategies for Exceptional Service 📝Comprehensive Training:Equip support teams with knowledge of both fiat and crypto systems, including blockchain technology. ⏰24/7 Support: Offer round-the-clock assistance via live chat, email, and phone, supplemented by AI chatbots for routine queries. ☎️Multilingual Capabilities:Support in multiple languages enhances user satisfaction and retention. 📚Educational Resources:Provide detailed guides and tutorials to empower users. 📡Transparent Communication:Keep players informed about updates and security measures to build trust. 📊Feedback Systems:Regularly collect and act on customer feedback to continuously improve service. 👩🏼‍💻Leveraging Technology 📈CRM Systems:Use advanced CRM tools for personalized and efficient support. 📉Blockchain Solutions:Enhance trust and streamline operations with secure, transparent blockchain transactions. 📊Data Analytics: Tailor services and promotions by analyzing customer data. Merging fiat and cryptocurrency operations in iGaming presents both challenges and opportunities. By adopting comprehensive training, leveraging advanced technology, and maintaining a customer-centric approach, online casinos . ♠️♥️♣️♦️ That's why iGaming is my favorite one as you learn and develop skills every day as fast as you can't imagine🃏❤️ Have you ever thought of trying yourself in this field? 👩🏼‍💻❤️‍🔥

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Excellent insights from WA.Technology on the strategic value of Free-to-Play (F2P) games in the iGaming sector! 🌟 F2P games are pivotal in engaging users and building loyalty, especially under stringent regulatory environments. While F2P games excel at user engagement, at GamerPro, we've seen that our Pay-to-Win (P2W) model also offers significant benefits. It captivates players and effectively converts mobile gamers into first-time depositors, providing a direct, impactful route to generating valuable FTD leads. Excited to see more innovative approaches like WA.Fantasy's F2P Predictor Games are making waves in the industry! 🚀

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Blask is on a mission to crack the code on 50+ iGaming markets by June. The deeper we dive, the more fascinating discoveries we uncover...especially in unregulated, "greyhat" markets with no data. Curious to hear our top 5 observations so far? 1. The older the market, the more brands...especially offshore brands. It's like operators keep finding new loopholes to penetrate mature markets. 2. Younger, smaller markets have few brands and almost no offshore presence yet. Player education is low and so is category size. Untapped potential. 3. Accepting registrations from certain countries doesn't always equal accepting deposits. Some operators waste everyone's time misleading players this way. We tested it. 4. Many operators are clueless about game preferences in specific markets. Not for long...we're about to shake up the industry with some game-changers. 😉 5. Local operators often outperform international brands...unless you're a behemoth like Bet365 or Betano. Home court advantage is real. The more markets we analyse, the more eye-opening insights we gain - from brand saturation to player preferences to deposit policies. With a target of 50+ countries mapped by June, we're on track to unearth the hidden dynamics that will revolutionise how iGaming companies strategise across diverse markets. Exciting times ahead for Blask! Thoughts on what else we might discover on this journey?

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One big topic that stood out over the past two conferences at NEXT.io Valletta and SBC CasinoBeats Summit, both during the panels as well as networking, was SEO 🔥 The recent updates have impacted a lot of websites in iGaming, therefore it is no surprise that it was one of the main topics over recent weeks at such conferences. Some of the points discussed that drew my attention during these panels and chats were: 👉 AI and Machine Learning 🤖 👉 Core Web Vitals 📊 👉 Voice Search Optimization 🎤 👉 E-E-A-T 🏅 What definitely came out of these discussions was that: ◾ SEO remains the cornerstone of digital marketing ◾ It is continually evolving to adapt to new technologies and user behaviours ◾ Continous learning and adaptation is a must in order to stay ahead of the game Did you attend any panels or had any in-person discussions during these conferences? What SEO strategies will you be focusing on? Happy to hear your thoughts and experiences below 👇 #SEO #DigitalMarketing #SearchEngineOptimization #AI #VoiceSearch #CoreWebVitals #ContentMarketing #iGaming #iGamingMalta

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Fraud in iGaming iGaming is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. The total market size exceeds $100 billion, growing annually by more than 6%. According to SumSub analytics, by 2029, this market will exceed $136 billion. However, digital attacks and fraud in this segment are developing even faster. In 2023, the most common types of fraud were: 🔹 Bonus hunting — 69.9% 🔹 Money laundering — 9.9% 🔹 Payment fraud — 5.9% 🔹 Unauthorized chargebacks — 5.6% 🔹 Arbitrage betting (sure bets) — 2.3% 🔹 Other types of fraud — 6.4% In the first quarter of 2024, there was a significant increase in the percentage of attacks. The main targets are residents of Southeast Asia, where the penetration of biometric technologies is very low. Bangladesh leads with a staggering figure—almost 8.5% of all users encountered digital fraud. Indonesia is in second place, followed by South Korea, Pakistan, and other countries. Almost 80% of fraud occurs at the biometric verification stage. Selfie mismatches have become even more prevalent in 2024, and Liveness bypass is rapidly gaining popularity. Fake proof of address is no longer used as much, but fake IDs are more common. Reliable biometric verification, capable of detecting various mask attacks and deepfakes, is now a mandatory requirement for preventing fraud. Protect your business with Biometric.vision 😎

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Among all the content ideas, I'm on Team Memes. What's the one that matches your mood today? I'm definitely the one with a dog in a burning house. But it's fine 😁 #turbogames #provablyfairgamesprovider #slotsprovider #casinogamesprovider #Instantgames #casino #igaming #b2b

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What should you do to make your iGaming company stable? Here’s my advice, backed by a decade of running high-risk businesses: 1. Put eggs in different baskets Whether it’s partnerships, operating markets, or projects, diversify your options. Maintaining a balanced portfolio is crucial in the fast-paced iGaming landscape. 2. Build resilience Your business needs to be flexible to adapt to regulatory and competitive shifts. Also, ensure your team is prepared to act in emergencies. For example, we invest a lot in upskilling; all our top leaders have completed crisis and incident management training. 3. Decrease staff expenses/revenue ratio This isn’t about cutting team costs. Conversely, it’s about investing in your staff to boost performance. This way, with iGaming tech advancing fast, you can expand projects without adding more hands, thus raising profit per employee. A stable company goes beyond simply increasing turnover. It involves risk mitigation, adaptability, and ongoing team development.

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Thank you to Bartosz Burzyński, Mateusz Mazur and our good friends iGaming Express for publishing this incredibly awesome and insightful interview with me. Focus of the interview is on the "Greatest Show in Gaming" which is of course our flagship event in Lisbon, aka the SBC Summit. I do also share details on the history and evolution of SBC since its inception in 2009, and my views on the dynamic changes within the iGaming industry; and believe it or not, I went as far as sharing interesting insights of my view of both the future of SBC and the industry at large. Have a read and I am sure you will enjoy the interview. Just look at some of these rather bold claims and interview teasers :)) "But to be honest I see the most influential people listing more as a recognition of the people at SBC rather than a personal endorsement for me. We’ve developed a great team where I don’t need to be the central figure in order to provide a fantastic service." "In 2024 we are bigger and stronger than ever with a multitude of large-scale industry events such as SBC Summit in Lisbon (with an event that will be bigger than ICE was in 2024), SBC Summit Rio (similar size as G2E Vegas), and SBC Summit Americas which is similar in size to the other large industry events." "Today we are close to being the main organiser and content hub for the entire gaming industry, or you can also argue we are the biggest organiser today based on the size of our regional events" "The acceptability of gambling as a legitimate entertainment and how that ebbs and flows over the years. I moved to the UK almost 20 years ago where gambling is way more visible than in other countries because of its long legal standing." "There is a backlash in some of the more established markets now – but that tends to be where the industry has over-marketed itself which tends to be one of the consequences of competitive markets." "I am looking forward to our first SBC Summit on The Moon too. We’re just waiting for a suitable transportation and better venue options." #sbc #sbcevents #sbcmedia #sbcsummit #sbcsummitlisbon #igamingexpress

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It's with great pleasure that we can finally announce our major industry event launch in 2025 with SBC Summit Americas. It's a reimagined show that combines the strengths of SBC Summit North America and SBC Summit Latinoamérica, creating a single platform for the entire Americas gaming community. The event is scheduled for May 13-15, 2025 and will bring together the North American and Latin American gaming markets under one roof for a comprehensive experience of education, networking, and exhibition, and eliminate the need to attend two separate regional shows. In other words, we have been able address the concerns of our exhibitors, sponsors, and delegates who struggle to commit to multiple industry events annually. SBC Summit Americas will take place in spectacular Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Dubbed the 'Venice of America' and renowned for its Blue Wave-certified beaches, the city also offers the accessibility required with direct flights from crucial Latin American, US and European hubs. Needless to say this marks a significant moment for all of us at SBC. When the size of our current venues becomes limiting and cannot meet the demands of the industry, we knew it's time for a change. The Broward County Convention Center (https://lnkd.in/e9HPqN5R) was selected as the venue for the event, boasting 250,000 square feet of space that enables SBC to accommodate over 8,000 attendees and 300 exhibitors and sponsors. What to expect for SBC Summit Americas: 📍 250,000 sq/ft Event Space 🚀 8,000+ Delegates 🏆 300+ Exhibitors and Sponsors 🎤 6 Conference Stages 💪 40%+ Senior Decision Maker Attendance 🥇 SBC Leaders Summit 📈 Affiliate Leaders Summit 💳 Payment Expert Summit With an emphasis on diverse representation, the event will see participation from over 3,200 operator and 1,000 affiliate representatives. Additionally, it will engage senior management from regulatory bodies, sports clubs, and suppliers in the payments, betting, and casino solutions sectors. The exhibition and conference experience will also receive an extra boost with the inclusion of three specialized summits: SBC Leaders Summit, Affiliate Leaders Summit, and Payment Expert Summit. This aligns with the company's focus on attracting senior decision-makers, who usually make up 40% of attendees at SBC’s events. You can find the official press release here: https://lnkd.in/eDWx_psX

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