More than 20,000 gambling sector leaders will walk through the corridors of the Malta Fairs and Convention Centre to look at the products and services of 400+ exhibitors, and listen to conferences offered by 300+ speakers during next fantastic Malta Week. Organising company SiGMA Group has decided to present together four super-shows: SiGMA Malta, Affiliate Grand Slam (AGS), AI & Blockchain Summit (AIBC), and the Med-Tech World.
Of course, business relationships rely on trust, and trust thrives when face-to-face networking takes place. Despite the world becoming an ever more remote digital scenario, this expo presents game-changing opportunities. According to research done by the previous delegate lists collected, SiGMA has determined that 47% of summit attendees are all C-Level Decision Makers. These senior executives are making the best choices possible to move businesses forward and aid in survival and expansion. This will be a huge opportunity for executives to grow their business and expand their network within the sector. We can analyse here some of the main stakeholders that will be participating in this wonderful show.
OPERATORS
iGaming operators are the ones who make the rules and decide how their websites should look, who to target, and what content to offer. A fully customisable solution and a flexible mindset that allows for some freedom in controlling the platform implementation from day one to the final launch are just two needs that SiGMA’s expo offers through the connections made available to attendees during the show. Operators make up 30% of the delegates in attendance.
SUPPLIERS
With casinos experiencing a boom in recent years, choosing the right supplier for your casino has never been as beneficial as it is now. Companies offering best-in-class service to partners and the gaming community as a whole will all be present on the expo floor. Providers known for their excellence in product development, innovation, and user experience will be showcasing their solutions during Malta Week.
PAYMENT METHODS PROVIDERS
In the quickly developing gaming industry, finding a suitable payment service provider is essential for gaming companies. The ideal fundamental banking services needed to operate a successful business are frequently difficult for startups to find. This year, SiGMA will once again be sharing a platform for these companies to exhibit and connect with the gaming crowd.
LEGAL ADVOCATES & REGULATORS
Malta has established itself as one of the most respected and well-governed remote gaming jurisdictions in Europe. The territory is thought to house 10% of the world’s online gaming companies due to the island’s dominance in the sector. There will be some of the top, internationally renowned industry firms exhibiting throughout the show, advising operators and platform providers on all facets of their business with a focus on regulatory and licensing issues.
INVESTORS
Economic growth has long been attributed to entrepreneurship, with start-ups offering its best and brightest ideas. Ikigai Ventures, a VC fund established by SiGMA Group this year, invests in outstanding founders and builds entire concepts from the ground up. The outcomes, in this case, have been incredibly positive, with delegates anticipating seeing some of the top investors on the expo floor. For new businesses, getting the appropriate financial support is more crucial than ever. SiGMA Europe will bring together more than 30 influential start-up investors, offering start-ups a rare chance to pitch their ideas to those who control the purse strings.
STARTUPS
Startups will have the opportunity to showcase their talents both on the expo floor, where they will have a startup village set up just for them, and through a Startup Pitch competition. In this contest, aspiring entrepreneurs will get to pitch their business idea to over 30 venture capitalists, potentially positioning them to receive valuable equity investment.
AFFILIATES
Last but not least, SiGMA conducts regular interviews with affiliates to spread the word about their work and create a long-lasting relationship with them that goes beyond simply making a connection. Building on these affiliate relationships, this year, 300 of the world’s top affiliates have been selected to spend three nights at an upscale hotel in Malta thanks to SiGMA Group’s sister company, Affiliate Grand Slam. The schedule will include networking meet-ups, opulent dinners, and some top-notch content presented during the SiGMA Summit. Affiliates have been at the heart of SiGMA for a long time and this expo will provide them optimal opportunities for growth through connections.