🚀 Simplifying entry into poker for casino operators: product insights from Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO at EvenBet Gaming

What does it really take to make poker more accessible — both for players and operators❓

📹 In the video, our CEO Dmitry Starostenkov shares how reducing friction in gameplay directly translates into stronger key metrics.

♠️ Products like One Click Poker and Spins Poker are built around this principle:
make the experience faster, simpler, and more engaging from the very first interaction.

👉 For operators, this means:
- higher session frequency
- more hands per session
- improved retention across broader player segments
- faster onboarding and conversion

Spins Poker adds an extra layer of excitement with its chance-driven mechanics — boosting engagement without adding complexity.

🔥 Less friction. More play. Even Better results.

One more exciting piece of news: we are shortlisted for the EGR B2B Awards 2026 — one of the most prestigious recognitions in the iGaming industry 🚀

💜 EvenBet Gaming has been nominated in two B2B categories:

🏆 Poker Supplier
🏆 Innovation in Mobile

It’s a special honor for us to be recognized in two key areas of focus.

♠️ Being shortlisted for Poker Supplier reflects our continuous growth as a poker provider — with a growing number of clients and an increasing portfolio of successful launches worldwide.

📱 The nomination for Innovation in Mobile highlights that our One Click Poker product has been recognized by both the industry and the jury, proving its uniqueness and impact.

The EGR B2B Awards recognize the companies shaping the future of iGaming — and we’re proud to be among those setting new industry standards.
Being shortlisted is a strong acknowledgment from the jury of our vision, innovation, and the value we bring to our partners.

We’re looking forward to the results and keeping our fingers crossed 🤞

Malta, see you soon 🇲🇹

The EvenBet Gaming team is heading to SBC Summit Malta 2026 — continuing our active role in shaping conversations across the iGaming industry.

Here’s where to find us:

🎤 Panel discussion “Customer Experience: Seamless Journeys?”
📅 Wednesday, April 29
⏰ 15:00–15:40
🗣 Nikita Akulov, Chief Customer Officer at EvenBet Gaming

As player expectations evolve — from mobile-first UX to gamification and personalization — operators face a real challenge:
How to innovate without breaking what already works?
From onboarding and compliance to engagement and retention — this panel dives into how to balance seamless experience with growing regulatory pressure.

♠️ Poker Tournament (exclusive for SBC Summit attendees)
📅 Thursday, April 30
⏰ 16:00–19:00
📍 Casino Malta, InterContinental Hotel

A high-energy poker experience designed for iGaming professionals — where networking meets real gameplay.

Expect:
• Strong competition at the tables
• Top-level networking in an informal setting
• A chance to test your strategy against fellow decision-makers

🎟 Access: Summit attendees only
🔗 Registration: Required (no walk-ins)

🤝 And of course, in-person meetings with our team on the ground:
Nikita Akulov (Chief Customer Officer), along with Alena Skira (Team Leader Marketing Communications) and Marek Wrona (Business Development Manager).

💬 If you’re attending, let’s connect.

Poker, product, partnerships — or just a good conversation over coffee ☕

🎯 Most poker rooms don’t fail because of bad luck — they fail because of strategy

So what actually goes wrong? And what should be done differently next time❓

Nikita Golodaev breaks it down — and shares how to build a sustainable, profitable poker ecosystem ♠️

👉 Read more

Which markets do you consider the most promising in the coming year? 🌍

Top 3 from EvenBet Gaming CEO — Dmitry Starostenkov:

🇳🇬 Africa (with a special focus on Nigeria)
🇦🇪 UAE
🇺🇸 US

What makes these markets stand out?
Rapid audience growth 📈, evolving regulation ⚖️, and increasing demand for online entertainment 🎮 — all creating strong opportunities for iGaming in the near future.

We see strong potential in Africa and are keen to connect with local operators and partners 👇

Our Regional Market Lead for Africa — Nastia Karma — will be attending the iGaming AFRIKA Summit in Nairobi, Kenya from May 4 to 6.

It’s a great opportunity to discuss how our solutions adapt to this fast-growing market 🚀

If you’re attending, make sure to connect with Nastia and explore Africa’s potential together 🤝

🇲🇹 SBC Summit Malta 2026 is just around the corner — one of the key gatherings of the global iGaming industry.

The team at EvenBet Gaming will be there, contributing to conversations shaping the future of the industry.

A special highlight:
Nikita Akulov, Chief Customer Officer at EvenBet Gaming, will join the panel discussion:

🎤 Customer Experience: Seamless Journeys?
📅 April 29
⏰ 15:00–15:40

As player expectations rapidly evolve — from mobile-first UX to gamification and deeply personalised journeys — the industry faces a critical challenge: how to innovate without compromising the seamless experiences users already trust.

At the same time, increasingly strict regulatory requirements raise the bar for onboarding and verification. The question is no longer compliance or convenience — it’s how to deliver both, without friction.

At EvenBet Gaming, we believe the answer lies in smart product design, flexible infrastructure, and a deep understanding of player behaviour. We’re proud to bring this perspective to the discussion.

If you’re attending SBC Summit Malta, don’t miss this session — and let’s connect 🤝

Last call to take your seat at the table ♠️

At SBC Summit Malta 2026, EvenBet Gaming is sponsoring an exclusive poker tournament for iGaming professionals — and registration is closing soon 🔥

A great chance to connect, compete, and continue conversations in a different setting.
If you’ve been planning to join, now’s the moment.

📍 Location: Casino Malta, InterContinental Hotel
St. George’s Bay, St. Julian’s, Malta
📅 Date: 30 April 2026
⏰ Time: 4.00-7.00 pm
🎟 Access: Summit attendees only
📝 Registration: Required via landing page (no walk-ins)