iGaming Industry
Exclusive Interview with Oron Barber, CEO and Founder of CoinPoint
Our colleague, Szaló Réka managed to interview Oron Barber , CEO and Founder at Coinpoint.net. Oron has been involved in igaming for 14 years. Having started at one of Playtech companies, Oron opened his own marketing agency later on and dealt with affiliates, traffic, PPC and SEO campaigns and other things. In the last 4 years, Oron has relocated in the Philippines, dealing mainly with the crypto coins. Oron also owns several projects in the Bitcoin Gambling market like bitcoingg.com / betcointech.com and others.
Thank you for being available and accepting this interview. First of all will you please introduce yourself and the company you represent?
Barber: My name is Oron Barber, Originally from Israel, 12 years in online marketing 5 of them into crypto markets. I love the online space, innovation, technology, crypto currencies and the igaming world. I founded CoinPoint more than 4 years ago in Australia and opened a service office in Manila Philippines. These days we are building our European office in Sofia Bulgaria. CoinPoint started when there were 2 online casinos able to accept bitcoin as deposit and one sports booking software. Back in 2013, the majority of the igaming world was against the crypto solution and avoided integration. Starting in the very early days gave us the advantage in the market as we learn and grew up with the customers.
CoinPoint is a successful onlien marketing agency that has built a global network of clients from various sectors including gaming and gambling providers. Will you please speak more about marketing and igaming market?
Barber: Well, I have started my career as affiliate manager in one of the biggest company and became an affiliate myself for several products. Once I developed my business from the affiliation sphere to a wider range of marketing services, the doors actually opened for me. Today we serve igaming clients with almost all methods of online marketing.
The company you represent offers premium services unique to the Bitcoin markets. How can CoinPoint overcome the challenges of renewing technology nowadays?
Barber: CoinPoint is a market leader and as such we are not looking to overcome the challenges comes with the Blockchain innovation, but to learn from and adjust our services to the market. Yes, the fin tech is changing fast, Blockchain opened so many new channels and the nature of our clients, not only in the igaming market, is to run fast forward. We are developing and changing our channels almost every week.
What do you consider the most successful experience in the history of CoinPoint?
Barber: We sold few of our assets early 2017 for nice amount of BTC’s .
Will you please tell more about the people who are behind the curtains, who created and have maintained these innovative, very successful and revolutionary services?
Barber: As mentioned before we are operating from Manila and Sofia – in both locations we have marketing experts, journalists, analysts, marketers and managers.
You must have received a lot of feedback, comments and opinions. Do these help in your work and which one do you consider the most important and why?
Barber: We are very open and very cooperate with our customers, we do learn from them a lot along the way and try always to be part of their growth. Any feedback is important and we listen a lot.
What is your personal opinion about gambling industry in general in Europe?
Barber: Gambling industry is changing a lot recently and moving from Web to mobile, from mobile to apps and from apps to IM’s. Payment methods are changing as well, not only crypto currencies but that the major change. Bitcoin cash is going to change it a lot more in the near future. What can I say, exciting times.
What advice would you give for those investors who are planning to set up a business in the gaming and gambling sector in Europe?
Barber: Forget about long term a plan, the market is changing too fast. Get some good idea / product / services and plan 12 months forward to innovate. The market will take you further.
According to you which are the values of Bitcoin that can make it very effective and due to which it will enhance the gaming industry?
Barber: Bitcoin and bitcoin cash are changing the igaming markets totally. All advantages of using crypto currencies are just perfect to the igaming industry. Lots of issues igaming had in the last years, were solved by Blockchain technology. I have said it many times before, crypto is the future of igaming an igaming is the engine to push forward crypto technologies.
Which are the benefits of using Bitcoin for the merchants?
Barber: Merchants are enjoying fast and easy transactions, different connection to their community and advanced opportunities for internal marketing. Many merchants are open to develop their crypto currencies into separate business. CoinPoint is consulting to merchants and operators not only how to accept and work with crypto currencies, but also how to benefit from it for the business needs.
Who is your favourite actor or actress?
Barber: Liam Neson and Gal Gadot.
Where would you travel the most in Central Europe?
Barber: I love Berlin and Amsterdam.…
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Alejandro Navarro
Betski Secures $345,000 in Pre-Seed Funding for First-ever Tokenized Casino Ownership Platform
Betski is set to launch its online casino ownership platform in Q1 of 2025, enabling users to earn casino profits through digital tokens. The system will allow anyone to receive a share of casino earnings without managing casino operations, marking a new chapter in the multi-billion-dollar iGaming industry. Supported by a $345,000 pre-seed funding round, the platform aims to democratize access to casino earnings and reshape the multi-billion-dollar gaming industry.
Opening Casino Ownership to Everyone
The platform’s tokenization system reshapes traditional casino business rules through an automatic profit-sharing program. Token holders receive a percentage of every bet placed on the platform.
This system eliminates steep entry costs, such as operational expenses, licensing fees, and administrative management. Users can start earning returns without previous casino experience or large capital investments.
“A small group have exclusively enjoyed casino industry profits until now. Our platform opens these earnings to everyone through our tokenized profit-sharing system, turning users into online casino owners,” said Alejandro Navarro, founder and CEO of Betski.
Direct Profit-Sharing Through Tokens
Through a verified digital system, the ownership program distributes Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) among token holders. Investors have recognized this potential, contributing $345,000 in pre-seed funding that combines gaming entertainment with digital asset ownership. The platform maintains strict security protocols and automated distribution systems for reliable profit sharing.
“The platform distributes real money to token holders from every bet placed by players. This creates a steady income stream for online casino owners – something the traditional casino structure has never offered,” said Navarro.
Global Growth of Online Casino Ownership
The platform has attracted 2400 active Discord members and over 20,000 followers on X (formerly Twitter). These early adopters are expected to participate in test runs of the profit-sharing system once it goes live. Over the next 24 months, the platform will roll out first in Latin America, followed by expansion into European and select Asian markets.
Betski offers casino games, live casino experiences, eSports betting, global lotteries, fantasy sports, and traditional sportsbooks. This variety creates multiple revenue streams for online casino owners. Players can access all gaming options through a single interface, which streamlines the betting experience and maximizes potential returns for token holders.
The team has partnered with major payment processors and marketing agencies to support the platform’s global expansion. These collaborations will facilitate smooth transactions and user acquisition across different regions. The platform meets all regulatory requirements in its target markets, certifying long-term stability for token holders.
New Opportunities for Investment
Following the successful pre-seed round, Betski is now opening its seed funding round to welcome additional participants into its casino ownership platform. This investment opportunity enables individuals and entities to join the platform’s growth journey ahead of its official launch in Q1 2025.
eCOGRA, a leading international authority in Testing, Inspection and Certification services for the iGaming industry, has secured new regulatory approvals across three key jurisdictions: Arizona, Indiana and Panama. With these developments, eCOGRA strengthens its position in the U.S. and Latin American markets, offering excellence in compliance through their Quality, Speed, and Service promise.
This strategic expansion allows eCOGRA to conduct independent compliance audits and certification services in each region, addressing the growing demand for rigorous regulatory oversight in the fast-evolving global iGaming industry.
Securing approval in Arizona, where eCOGRA has now been licensed as an Event Wagering Ancillary Supplier, enables the International Testing Laboratory (ITL) to audit event wagering licensees in line with Arizona’s expanding regulatory landscape. Indiana, which introduced online sports betting in September 2019, has authorised eCOGRA to perform regulatory compliance audits, providing licensed operators with crucial assurance in meeting the state’s high standards.
In Panama, the Board of Gaming Control officially recognised eCOGRA as an Authorised Entity for Compliance Certification, specifically for slot machines and gaming software. This endorsement reinforces eCOGRA’s role as a trusted partner for operators seeking to meet stringent regulatory requirements in Latin America’s emerging iGaming sector.
“Our recent approvals in Indiana, Arizona, and Panama underline our dedication to continually expand our offering, to support our growing portfolio of clients with their global growth plans. We are committed to ensuring that we bring the same quality, speed and service that marks us out to both our clients and regulators in these dynamic markets,” said Will Shuckburgh, Group CEO of eCOGRA.
Bradley Khoury, Chief Technology Officer at eCOGRA, said: “Securing licensure as an Event Wagering Ancillary Supplier in Arizona and an Authorised Entity in Panama underscores our dedication to supporting responsible and sustainable iGaming operations. We are committed to driving trust and accountability within the industry by providing compliance solutions that uphold the highest standards.”
BetConstruct, a global leader in the iGaming industry, is going to showcase its cutting-edge solutions at the highly anticipated Global Gaming Expo (G2E), taking place from October 7-10.
As the premier event for the global gaming industry, G2E serves as a hub for innovation, driving growth by bringing together industry professionals from around the world to foster business opportunities.
Taking place at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, this all-in-one event features both an education program from October 7-10 and an expansive expo hall running from October 8-10.
BetConstruct’s stand is 5230, where the team will showcase an exciting range of products, including the newly launched the Last Battle, a novel loyalty system that is the byproduct of BetConstruct’s commitment to innovation. The company will also demonstrate its comprehensive Sportsbook and Casino Suite, along with DECA, its next-level decentralised casino platform, and Umbrella, an AI-powered risk management solution. These offerings are designed to meet the needs of a diverse range of operators, ensuring seamless and engaging experiences for players across the regulated market.
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