Industry Experts to Discuss Commercial Viability and Regulation of Gambling on Facebook at the 11th European iGaming Congress and Expo (EiG)
Post Facebook foray into real money wagering with Gamesys, the stakes are raised in iGaming sector.
London, United Kingdom, August 13, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Facebook’s sudden and formidable entrance into real-money wagering is sure to draw fast-followers into this ever-evolving landscape. An online survey, which was launched a few weeks ago by EiG and Kontagent to gather the industry’s views on the widely discussed convergence of social gaming and gambling, indicated that opinions were very divided on Facebook’s appetite for real-money gaming. All those who were skeptical of Facebook moving into gambling have proved mistaken, as earlier this week Facebook’s first real-money offering by UK operator Gamesys was launched.
“As the convergence of casual gaming and social gambling further evolves across other jurisdictions, it’s refreshing to see strategic moves by industry leaders like Facebook taking shape. There’s no reason to repeat the mistakes of the past by other sectors, like music and publishing, and resist the pulse of innovation. The iGaming industry has more to gain by embracing change and evolving business models,” said Hal Bringman, chairman of social gaming for EiG.
Speculation surrounding Facebook’s interest in gambling has been circulating the industry for almost a year, since it was first revealed in December 2011 that Facebook executives were discussing real-money options with a small group of industry operators. The rumour was later escalated by International Game Technology (IGT) with the acquisition of social game company, Double Down Interactive, and a number of other partnership discussions between social game developers and gambling companies.
Anticipation will now continue on who will be next, although Facebook denies plans on launching with other operators, as reported by Reuters. Facebook’s new addition will also intensify calls for regulation of social gaming, an area already being monitored by the UK Gambling Commission.
The debate that started less than a year ago will continue to evaluate the commercial viability of real-money gaming on Facebook, conversion rate from social gaming to real-money gambling, propensity of social gamers to switch to real-money gambling and partnership opportunities coming out of the convergence of social gaming and gambling.
Those paradigm-shifting topics and Facebook’s decision from this week, including who will be next, will be discussed during the 11th European iGaming Congress and Expo (EiG), taking place in Barcelona on 16-18 October. The event will gather industry thought leaders from both the social gaming and gambling sectors to understand how they can co-exist, co-operate and compete.
CEOs and top decision makers from companies involved in the space, including William Hill, Gala Coral, Betfair, DragonPlay, Lottomatica, Boylesports, Plumbee, Blitzoo Games, Playsino, 6waves, Sportech, Crowdpark, King.com, Slingo, Yazino, among many others, are confirmed panellists.
Simon Collins, founder of bingo operator Cashcade and currently partner at investment fund NewGame Capital, commented, “After the highly anticipated move into real-money gaming by Facebook, it will be very interesting to see what strategies will be adopted by other organisations from the gambling sector. That’s certainly the question I will ask the attending audience at EiG.”
The 11th European iGaming Congress & Expo (EiG) is taking place in Barcelona on 16-18 October 2012. More information about the event and registration can be found at www.eigexpo.com.
About Clarion Events
Clarion Events’ gaming portfolio is the first choice provider of quality information, events and services to the global gaming, gambling and betting industries. It is dedicated to supporting the industry it serves - whether traditional or new, supplier or buyer, trade association or government department. The ongoing goal for Clarion Events’ gaming portfolio is to maintain its position of leadership both within the industry and in representing the industry to the business community at large, providing world class customer service in the process. www.totallygaming.com
About EiG
EiG - Unravelling European iGaming.
Each year EiG serves as a melting pot at which iGaming’s CEOs and thought leaders mix with regulators and the brightest new market entrants. 2012 is no exception as EiG returns to its spiritual home in Barcelona across 16th – 18th October.
Courtesy of a compelling mix of panel discussions, case studies and brainstorming sessions, the 11th European iGaming Congress and Expo will dissect the social gaming phenomenon, drilling down to evaluate its value as a player acquisition and retention tool as well as a new business model. Find out about monetisation models, player migration strategies, new business opportunities, regulations, the opening of new markets and a whole lot more, across three days of exhilarating learning and priceless networking.
To join 1700 of the industry’s most progressive minds in one of Europe’s most attractive cities simply visit www.eigexpo.com – you are guaranteed to be in the very best of company.
“As the convergence of casual gaming and social gambling further evolves across other jurisdictions, it’s refreshing to see strategic moves by industry leaders like Facebook taking shape. There’s no reason to repeat the mistakes of the past by other sectors, like music and publishing, and resist the pulse of innovation. The iGaming industry has more to gain by embracing change and evolving business models,” said Hal Bringman, chairman of social gaming for EiG.
Speculation surrounding Facebook’s interest in gambling has been circulating the industry for almost a year, since it was first revealed in December 2011 that Facebook executives were discussing real-money options with a small group of industry operators. The rumour was later escalated by International Game Technology (IGT) with the acquisition of social game company, Double Down Interactive, and a number of other partnership discussions between social game developers and gambling companies.
Anticipation will now continue on who will be next, although Facebook denies plans on launching with other operators, as reported by Reuters. Facebook’s new addition will also intensify calls for regulation of social gaming, an area already being monitored by the UK Gambling Commission.
The debate that started less than a year ago will continue to evaluate the commercial viability of real-money gaming on Facebook, conversion rate from social gaming to real-money gambling, propensity of social gamers to switch to real-money gambling and partnership opportunities coming out of the convergence of social gaming and gambling.
Those paradigm-shifting topics and Facebook’s decision from this week, including who will be next, will be discussed during the 11th European iGaming Congress and Expo (EiG), taking place in Barcelona on 16-18 October. The event will gather industry thought leaders from both the social gaming and gambling sectors to understand how they can co-exist, co-operate and compete.
CEOs and top decision makers from companies involved in the space, including William Hill, Gala Coral, Betfair, DragonPlay, Lottomatica, Boylesports, Plumbee, Blitzoo Games, Playsino, 6waves, Sportech, Crowdpark, King.com, Slingo, Yazino, among many others, are confirmed panellists.
Simon Collins, founder of bingo operator Cashcade and currently partner at investment fund NewGame Capital, commented, “After the highly anticipated move into real-money gaming by Facebook, it will be very interesting to see what strategies will be adopted by other organisations from the gambling sector. That’s certainly the question I will ask the attending audience at EiG.”
The 11th European iGaming Congress & Expo (EiG) is taking place in Barcelona on 16-18 October 2012. More information about the event and registration can be found at www.eigexpo.com.
About Clarion Events
Clarion Events’ gaming portfolio is the first choice provider of quality information, events and services to the global gaming, gambling and betting industries. It is dedicated to supporting the industry it serves - whether traditional or new, supplier or buyer, trade association or government department. The ongoing goal for Clarion Events’ gaming portfolio is to maintain its position of leadership both within the industry and in representing the industry to the business community at large, providing world class customer service in the process. www.totallygaming.com
About EiG
EiG - Unravelling European iGaming.
Each year EiG serves as a melting pot at which iGaming’s CEOs and thought leaders mix with regulators and the brightest new market entrants. 2012 is no exception as EiG returns to its spiritual home in Barcelona across 16th – 18th October.
Courtesy of a compelling mix of panel discussions, case studies and brainstorming sessions, the 11th European iGaming Congress and Expo will dissect the social gaming phenomenon, drilling down to evaluate its value as a player acquisition and retention tool as well as a new business model. Find out about monetisation models, player migration strategies, new business opportunities, regulations, the opening of new markets and a whole lot more, across three days of exhilarating learning and priceless networking.
To join 1700 of the industry’s most progressive minds in one of Europe’s most attractive cities simply visit www.eigexpo.com – you are guaranteed to be in the very best of company.
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