iGB L!VE to introduce new LaunchPad feature for start-ups in its July edition

Clarion Gaming, the organizer of iGB L!VE, has announced the introduction of LaunchPad, a new feature for start-ups, set to make its debut in next month's edition of the gambling expo.

Industry professionals attending July’s edition of iGB L!VE, to run 16-19 July at the RAI Amsterdam, will gain access to the new feature, which will showcase tech and innovation courtesy of "the brightest start-ups and small businesses in gaming."

The iGB L!VE LaunchPad (Pulse Stage: 18 July, 16.30hrs – 18.00hrs) will feature five companies presenting their innovations to a panel of judges. Each presentation will be followed by a probing Q&A session designed to interrogate the viability and commercial prowess of each product pitch.

Introducing the new feature, Portfolio Director Naomi Barton said: “iGB L!VE is constantly evolving in order to meet the business needs of stakeholders. The research program that we undertake with customers has consistently highlighted a shared desire to always be ahead of the curve, being the first to access the very latest innovations from the start-up community is part of what iGB L!VE 2024 will deliver.

“In addition, we want to provide a platform for new talented businesses to grow by giving them extra exposure in front of an influential C-Level audience of industry investors and influencers. The top five products will be hand-selected by the iGB L!VE team and invited to present from the Pulse Stage."

In order to help the businesses participating in the LaunchPad feature, iGB L!VE will be providing cash prizes of £5,000 for the winner, £2,500 for second place and £1,000 for third.

Barton continued: “We will be giving the feature an authentic iGB L!VE twist with the emphasis on competitive fun. To ensure this, I am delighted to confirm that 25+ year industry veteran and non-exec Clarion Gaming Chairman Michael Caselli has agreed to be our MC and will also head a panel of judges drawn from across the iGB L!VE community of industry professionals, investors and sponsors.

“Start-ups and small businesses which have innovation in their DNA can sign up for iGB LaunchPad at https://www.igblive.com by the 28 June deadline.”

The iGB L!VE is set to connect iGaming affiliates, operators, tech vendors, game providers and suppliers. Organizers expect over 300 exhibitors and sponsors to occupy 21,000+ square meters of gross space, a figure which is 35% higher than in 2023. 

For more information on iGB L!VE (16-19 July 2024: Expo Days 17-18 July) and to register for a free visit, interested parties can visit the event's website.