Katy Micallef

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Head of Content at SiGMA

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Aristocrat Chief Technology Officer resigns, joins rival

1 month ago | sigma.world | Rajashree Seal |Katy Micallef |Anchal VERMA |Neha Soni

Australia-listed slot machine maker and online gaming content provider Aristocrat Leisure said that Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Andy Hendrickson has resigned, “and accepted a role at a competitor”. “Aristocrat has put in place interim leadership arrangements to ensure continuity while a rigorous internal and external search for a successor is completed,” stated the gaming supplier in a statement. Hendrickson took over as CTO in July 2021 and served in the role for almost four years.
Belal Jassoma on the UAE’s digital renaissance

1 month ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

Looking back over 2024, Belal Jassoma, Director of Ecosystems at the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) offers a glimpse into the UAE’s Web3 ecosystem. In his keynote address at AIBC, Jassoma provided a compelling overview of the rapid advancements in the UAE’s digital ecosystem, emphasising the substantial investments, regulatory progress, and strategic government initiatives that are fueling this transformation. Belal Jassoma is also featured in this issue of the SiGMA Magazine.
SOFTSWISS casino platform marks 12 years of innovation and growth

1 month ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

SOFTSWISS, a leading global provider of innovative iGaming software, celebrates the 12th anniversary of its flagship product – the SOFTSWISS Casino Platform. With a staggering 576% increase in registrations in Q4 2024 compared to Q3, the platform’s Referral System highlighted its growing appeal and effectiveness in driving player engagement. Announced in 2013 during the ICE Totally Gaming in London, the platform pioneered crypto casino technology.
Watch: There’s no textbook that prepares you for the real-life challenges of entrepreneurship like experience does, says Eman Pulis

2 months ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

One of five siblings, Eman Pulis grew up in humble circumstances in Malta, an industrious yet tiny archipelago of islands at the crossroads between Europe and Africa. From a young age, he dreamed of becoming an elite athlete and representing his nation at the Olympic Games. However, his ambitions were marred by financial constraints – in hindsight, a silver lining setback that planted the seeds for what would later become SiGMA.
SiGMA iGathering heads to Rimini ahead of Rome summit

2 months ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

As part of its 2025 event calendar, SiGMA is set to host an exclusive iGathering networking event in Rimini on February 17. The historic Embassy Rimini, one of the finest examples of Art Nouveau architecture, will serve as the elegant venue for the much-anticipated Ciao Italia! Italian Night. Powered by NuxGame, the evening kicks off at 19:30, bringing together key players from Italy’s gaming and iGaming industries for a night of high-level networking and industry insights.
AIBC Eurasia celebrates its fifth anniversary in Dubai

2 months ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

Taking place in Dubai on the 23rd to 25th of February at the Festival Arena by InterContinental Hotel Dubai Festival City, the three-day summit is set to celebrate its fifth anniversary. First held in 2021, SIGMA Eurasia’s Dubai summit marked a historic milestone as the Group’s first official event outside Malta, standing out amongst the community as one of the few events still able to take place during the pandemic.
PAGCOR partners with SiGMA Asia for Land-Based Retreat

2 months ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

This June 1 – 4, SiGMA Asia will host an exclusive retreat for 120 leading land-based operators during the 2025 conference and expo in Manila. Following the overwhelming success of last year’s retreat, held at the Inspire Resort in Incheon, South Korea, SiGMA Asia is partnering with PAGCOR to host the second edition in Manila. The retreat will coincide with the 2025 SiGMA Asia conference and expo, and seeks to strengthen its ties with the land-based industry in Asia.
Dracula Gaming Events announces first-ever iGaming conference in Transylvania

2 months ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

Dracula Gaming Events is excited to unveil its inaugural iGaming conference, taking place May 6-7 2025, in the heart of Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca. Designed to bring together iGaming professionals from around the globe, this ground-breaking event promises two days of innovation, networking, and entertainment. With over 100 exhibitors – ranging from operators and platform providers to affiliates and game developers – the DGE conference anticipates attracting approximately 3,000 attendees.
SiGMA Match now open to delegates attending CIS & Balkans

Sep 3, 2023 | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

Codere Online reports 33.9% YoY growth in Q2 2023Madrid-headquatered gaming company, Codere Online has reported a 33. percent surge in its Q2 2023 Net Gaming Revenue (NGR), positive news for the gaming sector. The total NGR for the quarter reached €39.1 million, demonstrating Codere Online's dominance in the industry. Breaking Down the Winnings: Net Gaming RevenueCodere Online's triumphant quarter can be analysed by revenue breakdown.
We view challenges as opportunities waiting to be harnessed - David Yatom Hay

Sep 1, 2023 | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

Ahead of the upcoming SiGMA CIS & Balkans summit we catch up with David Yatom Hay, General Counsel at Soft2Bet, for an in-depth look at their plans for the year ahead. Soft2Bet is also sponsoring the prestigious gala awards evening on the 4th and the official closing night party on the 6th. Soft2Bet has had a very busy 2023, with numerous new market entries already announced. Can you give us an update on how these markets are going for you so far?