🎙️ Tony Effik, Google Leader & Columbia University Professor, to Speak at NEXT Summit Valletta 2025! He’s building the future at Google and shaping tomorrow’s tech leaders at Columbia University — now, Tony Effik brings his visionary insights to the iGaming stage at NEXT Summit Valletta 2025. With decades of experience at the crossroads of media, advertising, and digital tech, Tony has led high-performing teams worldwide and driven innovation at the highest levels. As a passionate advocate for diversity in tech and co-founder of the Black and Brilliant Advocacy Network, Tony is building smarter, more inclusive futures through bold strategy and leadership that delivers. Why Attend? 👉 Learn how to lead at scale from a Google executive shaping global innovation. 👉 Discover the future of transformation, talent, and tech from someone building it now. 👉 Be inspired by a leader who’s turning vision into impact — every day. 🎟️ Your seat at the front line of innovation is waiting: https://go.next.io/3FQeobV
NEXT.io - The World’s iGaming Community
Technology, Information and Media
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The World's iGaming Community
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NEXT.io is a content-driven conference company that focuses on both in-person and online events. Our main aim is to keep professionals and enthusiasts updated about the iGaming world and the industries surrounding it, such as investment, tech, blockchain, and many others. Our in-person and online industry meet-ups, Podcasts, POWER Hour and Clubhouse sessions discuss current happenings while focusing on the iGaming industry's future. A-list guests, keynote speakers, panel discussions, fireside chats, and presentations make NEXT.io a focal point for the industry, as we provide an immense amount of data and knowledge. Our online Video Library enables visitors to review all sessions as many times as they want and absorb all the information they can. With several insights provided on all of our social media channels, anyone can figure out what the iGaming industry is really about, understand who the main people and companies are, follow them and learn indispensable knowledge to move forward in their own designated path. Our bigger events are held both online and in-person. The in-person events are key not only for the valuable info they provide but also for the opportunity all delegates have in meeting new people and making new connections, while our online events are normally targeted at specific sectors of the industry and beyond making it easier for participants to focus on what is important for them and the specific market they are in.
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Piazzetta Business Centre, Level 7
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🚀 Join us for “𝘽𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙧 𝙑𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙝 – 𝘼 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝘽𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨” at NEXT Summit Valletta 2025. In a world where attention is currency, personal branding is no longer optional—it’s essential. Join branding expert Peter Grech as he shares bold strategies and practical insights for building an authentic personal brand that opens doors, drives influence, and sets you apart in the iGaming space and beyond. This isn’t about logos or LinkedIn hacks. It’s about understanding who you are, what you stand for, and how to make it matter. Host: 🗣️ Peter Grech, CEO & Founder, BRND WGN This track offers a transformative journey for individuals seeking to enhance their skills, broaden their perspectives, and maximize their potential. 💬 Tag your network & share your thoughts on the power of personal branding. 🎟️ Secure your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/eeh_y4dT
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🚀 NEXT Summit Valletta 2025 Gold Partner: Pragmatic Play – Powering the World’s Favourite Games, One API at a Time Pragmatic Play delivers award-winning slots, live casino, bingo, and virtual sports through a single API—bringing immersive, high-performing content to all major regulated markets. In close collaboration with ARRISE, they consistently elevate player experiences with creativity and innovation. As a Gold Partner of NEXT Summit Valletta 2025, Pragmatic Play is ready to showcase how cutting-edge content and technology can drive lasting impact in the iGaming space. Brought to you by Hub88 – Headline Partner of NEXT Summit Valletta 2025. 🔹 Why You Need to Be There: ✅ Explore a next-gen content portfolio built to scale ✅ Discover how a single API can unlock massive product diversity ✅ Learn how Pragmatic Play keeps player engagement at the core ✅ Connect with a brand trusted by operators in 20+ regulated markets 📍 May 7-8, 2025 | Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta 🎟️ Book your ticket now: https://go.next.io/3QZMZ9L
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🎙️ Pontus Lindwall, CEO of Betsson AB & Pioneer of Swedish iGaming, to Speak at NEXT Summit Valletta 2025! You can’t talk about the rise of European iGaming without mentioning Pontus Lindwall. As CEO of Betsson AB, one of the industry’s most respected and innovative operators listed on Nasdaq Stockholm Large Cap, Pontus has shaped the very foundations of the modern gaming landscape. From founding NetEnt to leading Cherry and spearheading Betsson’s global expansion, he’s been behind some of the most influential moves in gaming history. A key architect of Sweden’s gaming re-regulation and a true visionary, Pontus brings decades of leadership, disruption, and deep market insight to the NEXT Summit stage. Why Attend? 👉 Learn from the CEO who helped turn Swedish iGaming into a global force. 👉 Get exclusive insights on regulation, innovation, and sustainable growth in gaming. 👉 Discover how Betsson continues to thrive under Lindwall’s leadership in a rapidly evolving industry. He’s not just leading one of the biggest names in iGaming — he helped build the industry as we know it. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear from a true pioneer. 🎟️ Join the movement: https://go.next.io/41XlqnK
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🚀 Join us for “𝙊𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙆𝙚𝙮𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙚: 𝘼 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙛 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙊𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙤𝙣 (𝙋𝘼𝙍𝙏 𝙄𝙄)” at NEXT Summit Valletta 2025. In 2022, they shared the stage for the first time—now, they’re back for a sequel. This highly anticipated session reunites two of the industry’s most influential CEOs for a bold, no-filter discussion on the biggest forces shaping the iGaming world right now. From M&A shake-ups and global consolidation to evolving regulatory frameworks, they’ll unpack where the market is headed—and what it all means for operators, suppliers, and investors. Expect sharp insights, candid reflections, and forward-thinking strategies from those who know the landscape best. Host: Pierre Lindh⚡️, Managing Director & Co-founder, NEXT.io - The World’s iGaming Community Panelists: 🗣️ Jesper Kärrbrink, CEO, Immense Group 🗣️ Pontus Lindwall, CEO, Betsson AB (publ) 💬 Tag your network & share your thoughts on the future of the industry. Secure your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/eeh_y4dT
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Today Ulrich Gilot and Tara Alvarez Garcia took over our NEXT.io - The World’s iGaming Community podcast studio to share their insights on what to expect at our Marketing Hub during NEXT Summit Valletta 2025. 🔥 If you’re in iGaming marketing, this is where you need to be! A huge thank you to Tara and Ulrich for their time - can’t wait to see it all come to life on 7th May! Stay tuned 😉
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🗞️ 🔥 The Architect's Newspaper took us for a ride this week, while the Washington Post took a closer look at bookies' VIP programmes. Read all about it! #aprilfoolsday #betting #architecture
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🎙️ Bukky Osifeso, Former Netflix HR Powerhouse, Takes the Stage at NEXT Summit Valletta 2025! From building people-first cultures at Netflix and Disney to launching her own game-changing consultancy, Bukky Osifeso is redefining what modern HR leadership looks like. As Founder of TAG HR Consulting, she helps startups and scale-ups design high-impact, human-centric strategies that drive real business growth. With 20+ years of experience across some of the world’s most respected brands, Bukky brings unmatched insight into what it takes to build teams that thrive. Why Attend? 👉 Discover the secrets to scaling culture in hyper-growth environments. 👉 Learn how authentic leadership can transform retention, performance, and engagement. 👉 Get real talk from a true people strategist who’s been at the top of global giants like Netflix, Disney & Amgen. Whether you're building a startup team or leading an enterprise culture shift — this is a session you can’t afford to miss. 🎟️ Lock in your spot at NEXT Summit Valletta 2025 now: https://go.next.io/41ZYrbN
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🚀 Join us for “𝙊𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙆𝙚𝙮𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙚 – 𝘼𝙄 𝙞𝙨 𝙍𝙚𝙙𝙚𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙚” at NEXT Summit Valletta 2025. AI is reshaping what it means to be an expert. No longer just about years of experience, success now hinges on the ability to adapt, learn, and lead with a future-ready mindset. In this dynamic keynote, Tony Effik will share insights from his work at Google, investments in AI startups, and experience teaching at Columbia University—unpacking how AI is revolutionizing learning, performance, and the future of marketing. Host: 🎙️ Ulrich Gilot, Founder & Strategic Partner, ShieldHub Speaker: 🗣️ Tony Effik, Adjunct Professor at Columbia University & Managing Director at Google This track offers a transformative journey for individuals seeking to enhance their skills, broaden their perspectives, and maximize their potential. Through a diverse range of sessions, participants will embark on a path of self-discovery, growth, and empowerment. Covering topics such as Emotional Intelligence, Change Management, and CEO mentorship, this track provides practical tools and strategies to navigate personal and professional challenges with confidence and resilience. 💬 Tag your network & share your thoughts on how AI is shaping the future of work. 🎟️ Secure your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/eeh_y4dT
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