NEXT.io - The World’s iGaming Community

🚀 Join us for “𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙙𝙪𝙖𝙡 𝘽𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧” at NEXT Summit New York 2025, where industry experts will dive into bettor behavior, preferences, and trends shaping the sports betting landscape. This session will explore what drives the modern bettor, how operators can enhance the customer experience, and what data-driven insights reveal about the evolution of the betting audience. Speaker: 🎙️ Ernie Ropas III, Research Director, Betting Hero Panelists: 🗣️ Brad Jaehn, VP, Customer Intelligence and Experience, Caesars Entertainment 🗣️ Peter Andreu, Director, Sportsbook Promotions, BetMGM With new businesses, breakthrough technologies, and game-changing solutions constantly emerging, investors are always searching for the next big opportunity. The Investment Hub will explore whether the market is primed for new founders and investors, the evolving role of sports leagues in the industry, and how media companies, teams, and players are shaping the investment landscape in 2025. 💬 Tag your network & share your thoughts on the future of sports betting insights! 🎟️ Secure your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/eQ9w4BBs

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲! 🏆 The most innovative and game-changing startups in real-money gaming have been revealed! 𝙈𝙚𝙚𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙁𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙨: 🔹 Startup of the Year (Presented by Eberg Capital) HotTakes | SPARKET | Wager Games 🚀 Launch of the Year (Presented by Betting Startups) HotTakes | PlayerProps.ai | PROMOFY 🤝 Best Collaboration (Presented by WagerWire) Fiducia | AI | PlayerProps.ai | Plucky 💰 Coolest Cap Table (Presented by Game Law) ALT Sports Data, Inc. | HotTakes | THNDR 💡 Best Bootstrapper (Presented by XST Capital Group LLC) Linemate | Golden Whale | FantasySpin 🎯 Marketing Genius (Presented by Optimove) LiveDuel | PlayerProps.ai | Verse Fantasy ⚙️ Best Tech (Presented by Sportradar & Futures Hub) Blask | Promofy | ShotQuality 🏅 Defied the Odds (Presented by DTG Defy the Odds) EmpowerYourPlay | Five Star Fans (Techstars ‘24) | QueenBHive ❤️ Charity Act of the Year (Presented by Food Fight) BettorEdge | Empower Your Play The Starties will take place on 12 March 2025, during NEXT Summit: New York to celebrate the trailblazers pushing the industry forward. Want to learn more about these incredible startups? Dive into The Starties Magazine for exclusive insights. #thestarties #igaming #startup #awards

🗽 NEXT Summit NYC 2025 Silver Partner Xtremepush – Redefining Customer Engagement in iGaming In a market where player retention is everything, Xtremepush delivers the ultimate CRM and loyalty marketing solution—combining AI-powered insights, real-time data, and gamification to turn visitors into lifelong customers. As a Silver Partner of NEXT Summit NYC 2025, Xtremepush is bringing its expertise in personalized engagement, omnichannel communication, and revenue growth strategies to operators looking to maximize customer loyalty and lifetime value. Why You Can’t Miss This Event: ✅ AI-Driven Personalization – Deliver real-time, relevant messaging across mobile, web, email, and push notifications. ✅ Seamless Customer Journeys – Gain a true Single Customer View to optimize retention and engagement strategies. ✅ Loyalty Programs That Work – Leverage gamification and predictive analytics to keep players coming back. ✅ Boost Conversions & Revenue – Learn how data-driven automation drives higher engagement and long-term success. ✅ Meet the Experts in Retention Marketing – Network with gaming executives, CRM specialists, and industry leaders redefining iGaming loyalty. March 12-13, 2025 | New York City Retention is the key to success—Xtremepush helps you master it. 👉 Secure Your Spot Now: https://go.next.io/3WWknS9

📰 𝗪𝗲'𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶! 🔥 Our exclusive coverage on the mystery group behind the 2021 report alleging Evolution operated in prohibited jurisdictions has been picked up by Dagens Industri, Sweden’s leading financial newspaper. This recognition reinforces our commitment to breaking major industry stories first and delivering journalism that moves markets. A big thank you to our editorial team and readers for making NEXT.io the go-to source for iGaming news! Links in comments for the full articles 👇 #igaming #journalism

🗽 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁: 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝗿𝗸? For Jonathan, it’s all about connecting with friends and top executives from around the world because the best insights come from great conversations! Get your ticket! Link in comments.

🗽 NEXT Summit NYC 2025 Gold Partner Kero – Revolutionizing In-Game Betting with AI & Micro Markets The future of sports betting is fast, dynamic, and data-driven—and Kero is leading the charge. With algorithmically generated, real-time micro markets, Kero delivers seamless, high-precision in-game betting experiences to 150+ sports betting brands globally. From Soccer and Football to Basketball and Baseball, Kero’s AI-driven pricing, automated settlements, and live odds generation ensure bettors get the most engaging and accurate wagering opportunities. As a Gold Partner of NEXT Summit NYC 2025, Kero is bringing together operators, sportsbooks, and industry leaders to showcase how real-time data, AI, and micro markets are shaping the next era of in-play betting. Why This Event is a Must for Betting Operators & Innovators: ✅ Next-Level Micro Markets – Access real-time, AI-powered pricing & automated settlements across major sports. ✅ Engagement-Driven In-Game Betting – Deliver more dynamic, real-time betting opportunities to keep players engaged. ✅ Scalable AI-Powered Solutions – Learn how Kero’s algorithmic technology enhances sportsbook performance & efficiency. ✅ Expanding Coverage & Market Growth – See how Kero is scaling in-game betting across new sports & regions. ✅ Meet the Innovators Defining the Future of Sports Betting – Connect with top sportsbooks, data providers, and AI pioneers. March 12-13, 2025 | New York City In-game betting is evolving—Kero is making it faster, smarter, and more engaging. 👉 Secure Your Spot Now: https://go.next.io/3CYrnaq

🚀 Join us for “𝙃𝙤𝙩 6” at NEXT Summit New York 2025, where six of the brightest new minds in the industry come together to tackle direct questions from top institutional investors. This session will highlight emerging leaders and disruptive innovators in iGaming and sports betting, giving them a platform to showcase their vision, strategies, and game-changing ideas. Host: 🎙️ Jesse Learmonth, Founder, BettingStartups.com Podcast Expert 🗣️ Lloyd Danzig, Managing Partner, Sharp Alpha Advisors 🗣️ Nigel Eccles, Co-Founder, FanDuel; BetHog 🥓  Participants: 🗣️ Aman Agarwal,Co-founder toast 🗣️ Desiree Dickerson, Founder, THNDR 🗣️ Evan Kirkham, Co-founder & CEO, Outlier 🗣️ Todor Minev, Founder & CEO, TokaCity 🗣️ Tyler Amirault, Co-founder & CEO, HotTakes 🗣️Calvin Konya, Co-Founder & CEO, Linemate The Leadership Stage delivers two days of expert forecasts, M&A insights, and fireside chats with industry leaders. Attendees will explore investment pathways, operator outlooks, and strategies to compete in the sports betting market, including a sweepstakes debate. The conversation continues with Partnerships, Tech Innovation, and Global Trends, highlighting cross-industry collaborations and emerging technologies. With high-value networking, engaging discussions, and powerful insights, the Leadership Stage is a must-attend for industry professionals navigating the evolving iGaming landscape. 💬 Tag your network & share your thoughts on the future of industry innovation! 🎟️ Secure your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/eQ9w4BBs

Tom Waterhouse is a speaker at NEXT.io - The World’s iGaming Community Summit New York. If you would like to organise a meeting with Tom while he is in New York, please reach out to us at [email protected] 📅 March 12-13 📍Coneve, Downtown, New York

🚀 Join us for “𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙤𝙣 2025: 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝘽𝙚 𝘽𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙏𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙤𝙬” at NEXT Summit New York 2025, where industry leaders will gain exclusive insights into the trends shaping the future of the U.S. online betting market. In this keynote presentation, Eilers & Krejcik’s Chris Grove will provide a comprehensive outlook on the key themes, market trends, and predictions that will define the next phase of growth, innovation, and regulation in the iGaming and sports betting space. Speaker: 🗣️ Chris Grove, Co-Founding Partner, Acies Investments The Leadership Stage delivers two days of expert forecasts, M&A insights, and fireside chats with industry leaders. Attendees will explore investment pathways, operator outlooks, and strategies to compete in the sports betting market, including a sweepstakes debate. The conversation continues with Partnerships, Tech Innovation, and Global Trends, highlighting cross-industry collaborations and emerging technologies. With high-value networking, engaging discussions, and powerful insights, the Leadership Stage is a must-attend for industry professionals navigating the evolving iGaming landscape. 💬 Tag your network & share your thoughts on the future of the U.S. online betting market! 🎟️ Secure your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/eQ9w4BBs

🚀 Join us for “𝙄𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈&𝘼 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙨: 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝘿𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘿𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙁𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙑𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨?” at NEXT Summit New York 2025, where top financial and industry leaders will unpack the latest trends shaping investment and M&A activity in iGaming. Following investment lows and SPAC-induced interest in 2024, is M&A activity now entering an upward correction? With lower interest rates expected in 2025 and high single-digit growth potentially on the horizon, where will the most promising opportunities emerge? This session will examine how online growth, technological innovation, and evolving market conditions are impacting valuations and deal flow across the iGaming sector. Moderator: 🎙️ Edward King, Co-Founding Partner & Co-CIO, Acies Investments Panelists: 🗣️ Robert B. Stoddard, Partner, Tax & U.S. Gaming Practice Tax Lead, KPMG 🗣️ Roger Ehrenberg, Managing Partner, Eberg Capital The Leadership Stage delivers two days of expert forecasts, M&A insights, and fireside chats with industry leaders. Attendees will explore investment pathways, operator outlooks, and strategies to compete in the sports betting market, including a sweepstakes debate. The conversation continues with Partnerships, Tech Innovation, and Global Trends, highlighting cross-industry collaborations and emerging technologies. With high-value networking, engaging discussions, and powerful insights, the Leadership Stage is a must-attend for industry professionals navigating the evolving iGaming landscape. 💬 Tag your network & share your thoughts on the future of investment and M&A in gaming! 🎟️ Secure your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/eQ9w4BBs Activate to view larger image,