Flying The Web For News.
  • Career Exam Study
    Career Exam Study
  • US Politics
    US Politics
  • E-commerce Guide
    E-commerce Guide
  • Dropshipping Guide
    Dropshipping Guide
  • Microsoft Exam
    Microsoft Exam
  • IT Career News
    IT Career News

Article Tools/Herramientas de artículos

+ Larger Font/Fuente más grande | - Smaller Font/Fuente más pequeña




Gaming News Articles

Startups Pitch Ideas At SiGMA This November

This November, SiGMA will have the pleasure of hosting Malta’s largest gaming exhibition and 2017 takes the cake as the biggest one yet. Eleven conferences and a large sold out floor plan are bringing a multitude of people this year so expect a crowd at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre from the 22nd-25th of November. Main executives and exhibitors showcasing here will include of Mr. Green, Blexr, Bet365, William Hill, Better Collective, Poker Stars, Catena Media, Malta Gaming Authority, Cherry, Microgaming, XLMedia, Ladbrokes, and many, many more.

Amongst the lavish networking dinners and appealing conferences that will be taking place throughout the week, an exciting startup pitch will be drawing eyes and attention for the second year in a row. After a successful first run in 2016, SiGMA’17 is coming back with sixty startups and several investors all under one roof. All sixty startups will be awarded with a booth at SiGMA, invitations to networking events, SiGMA PR, free office space to use at SiGMA’s Gaming Hub, as well as free consultancy and potential leads from leading industry veterans. However, only ten of these innovative startups will have the chance to present their pitch to a panel of investors. In a Dragon’s Den-like environment, each startup will have three minutes to present their project. Following the pitch, a Q&A session will allow the investors and the audience to get involved.

Of the investors, Morten Klein Founder and Chairman of Klein Group will be sharing his intelligence as “one of the 50 most significant people in the world within the gambling industry.” Klein Group consists of a group of companies with different investments within the iGaming industry, e-commerce, real estate and venture companies.

Another significant mind, present at the Startup Pitch will be Carla Maree Vella, CEO/COO of Optimizer Invest. With ten years of experience in online marketing and five years in iGaming, Vella’s entrepreneurial drive serves her well and her opinion will be strongly valued on the investor panel.

Another businesswoman on the panel of investors will be American entrepreneur, Julie Meyer. Meyer is the Founder and CEO of Ariadne Capital as well as Managing Partner at the Ariadne Capital Entrepreneurs (ACE) Fund, Ariadne Ecosystem Economics™ Fund and the Founder of EntrepreneurCountry.

In addition, we will have the pleasure of seeing innovator, Mark Blandford, considered by many to be one of the founders of the developed online gaming industry. Blandford was the owner of a betting shop chain when the Internet began proving its potential. In 1998, he launched his first interactive betting service from Alderney and was one of the first to see the significance and growth potential in online gaming.

Entrepreneur, Robin Reed, has a real heart for startups and will take a place on the investor panel at SiGMA this year. Together with Frode Fagerli, Reed founded Gaming Innovation Group (GIG) in 2008. As a rapidly growing technology business, the Group offers cutting-edge Cloud based services and Performance Marketing through its three B2B products.

Another investor, Simon Collins, is Founder of both Gaming Realms and Cashcade Ltd. and will be scrutinizing the startups at this year’s lineup. Gaming Realms is a bingo based consumer preposition, which publishes and licenses next-generation mobile gaming content. Similarly, Cashcade Ltd is an online bingo focused gaming business.

Roger Walker, a Partner with Partis Solutions, provides direct support to board execs and corporate development teams from some of the largest gaming industry operators and investors and will be offering his support to the lucky ten startups this year. Walker’s clients range from publically listed £multi-billion operators and B2B suppliers, investment banks, private equity/venture capital houses to smaller private firms and early stage entrepreneurial start-ups.

Industry expert, Ory Weihs will have a seat on the panel as one of the investors analyzing the startups at SiGMA. As one of the Founders and the CEO of XLMedia Group, he is responsible for business development and strategy, focusing on technical abilities and expanding the Group’s reach.

Rickard Vikström, Founder and Chairman of Polarbear Group, works with sales and product development and will also be critiquing in this year’s Startup Pitch. Vikström is no stranger to starting a company as he has founded and sold several in the last decade. He will be a strong force in the panel of investors this year.

There is still time to get your foot in the door if you wish to attend. For more information on the show or to book your tickets, please log in to www.maltaigamingsummit.com or send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

 Are you a startup? Seeking mentors and investors? Download the application today!



More News From This Category

Gaming News: Cognitive Fatigue: Your Hidden Enemy?

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 01:07:48 +0000
Explore a hidden enemy through a scientific lens, which is compounded by everyday experiences. Have an objective look into the danger zone of everyday gaming sessions. Understand how your work and habits impact your cognitive focus. Learn how you can take your mind to the next level in just 15 minutes and more, with this…

Read More ...


Gaming News: Discover the Hottest September Releases with our New Games Report

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:07:46 +0000
Get ready for another fantastic month for slots fans, as top online casino developers unveil their latest titles. Try them on mobile devices for free or real money and leverage the power of free spins and bonus game store to trigger the best paying winning combinations.

Read More ...


Gaming News: Win a Share of 100,000 Random Prizes with Sweet Rush Bonanza Prize Drop

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 01:07:46 +0000
Enter the Sweet Rush Bonanza Drop promotion on September 30 for a chance to win one of the 100,000 prizes worth €1,000,000. Spin the reels of Sweet Rush Bonanza Drop until October 5, and you could be one of the lucky winners scooping free spins and prize multipliers.

Read More ...


Gaming News: Crypto Gambling Tips: Riding Out a Bear Market

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 01:07:44 +0000
Volatile crypto markets can test every gambler’s endurance, and without clear guidelines, it’s easy to make rash moves. Here are practical tips, mindset shifts, and risk management tools to keep your crypto gambling game sharp during bearish conditions.

Read More ...


Gaming News: Beginner's Guide to Betting on the NFL 2025

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:07:45 +0000
New to the exciting world of American Football betting? We take a look at how the NFL 2025 season is shaping up and what sports betting fans can look forward to as it progresses. The 2025 NFL Season is expected to be a hot commodity among sports betting fans, and not just those in the…

Read More ...


Related Bing News Results

Will gaming industry kill or embrace prediction markets they say mimic sports betting?

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:34:00 GMT
Will gaming industry kill or embrace prediction markets they say mimic sports betting? Read more from The Nevada Independent.

Fae Farm IP Snapped Up by "Experienced Collective of Video Game Leaders"

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 08:08:00 GMT
Cozy magical life sim Fae Farm has been snapped up by a new gaming collective, and it's aiming to keep the game's online services alive.

Your Company Needs a Gaming Strategy

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:44:00 GMT
The rise of video games as a dominant digital medium has transformed consumer engagement, prompting companies across industries to adopt gaming strategies to connect authentically with modern ...

Valve trademarks ‘Steam Frame’ for its next gaming gadget — what’s your guess?

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 19:24:00 GMT
Valve has filed two trademarks, one for consoles, accessories, and controllers, and one for “computer hardware” generally. The Valve Index VR headset trademarked the same, so don’t take “console” ...

India’s real-money gaming ban could put $25-billion sector and 200,000 jobs at risk, industry warns

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 01:05:00 GMT
GST losses from offshore gambling operators is pegged at over $4 billion, higher than the $3.5 billion in revenue generated by India's RMG industry, as per industry estimates.


Blow Us A Whistle




Related Product Search/Búsqueda de productos relacionados