At the IGC Malaga conference 2025, hosted by Affpapa, many industry leaders shared their views on innovation, networking, and regulation. Among the leaders who were a part of the event was Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO of EvenBet Gaming.
In his conversation with Jeremy Castillo, Sales Head, EU, Affnook, Dmitry shared his thoughts on how the industry is evolving and why smaller events hold a lasting value.
EvenBet Gaming’s Field Expertise
Dmitry, when asked about his experience, revealed that he has been in the industry for the past twenty years and has been the CEO of EvenBet Gaming for almost ten years.
As an entrepreneur and executive with years of experience in the high-tech industry, Dmitry has worked with multiple start-ups in the field of custom software development, payment processing ventures, and even independent software vendors.
EvenBet Gaming has been a trusted software provider in the iGaming sector and specialises in providing B2B poker solutions and multiplayer gaming platforms. They have successfully launched 200+ poker projects in 41 countries, and cater to over 48 million players who use EvenBet’s poker software.
While most companies aim to expand, EvenBet remains focused on its core strength, i.e., providing an engaging and scalable “player to player experience.”
Their main focus continues to be on poker and multiplayer games, and they continue to enhance their platform to meet the evolving operator needs.
Views on IGC Malaga 2025
iGaming Club Conference is a series of networking events that are conducted with the motive to bring together affiliates, operators, and B2B providers from the gambling industry in one place.
These events are conducted around the world with a mission to create a shared space to discuss industry-related developments and help each other grow in their respective niches.
When asked about his opinion of the IGC Malaga 2025, Dmitry shared that this wasn’t his first Affpapa event.
He emphasised that he admired the ‘charm’ of small events like these because, ”you can devote more time to speak with each other and have detailed discussions about certain topics and not just hit and run.”
This cohesiveness, hence, makes the conferences more interactive and fruitful for the attendees because the exchange of ideas is more detailed and surpasses the surface-level conversations that take place at large-scale events.
EvenBet’s Global Presence
EvenBet’s presence across key industry events remains strong. Dmitry shared the company’s roadmap for 2025 conferences, which includes SBC Summit Malta, iGB London, and SiGMA Rome and Lisbon.
The fact that they have actively participated in multiple Affpapa events and other Global conferences shows their continuous commitment towards industry engagement and visibility.
Through these appearances, the company not only shows its technological innovation but also strengthens its position as a thought pioneer in multiplayer poker solutions.
The Changing Landscape
Talking about the challenges ahead, Dmitry shared his views on the changing landscape of the sector as he reflected upon the shifting regulatory environment in the industry.
“Regulations are becoming increasingly strict,” he noted. The reason for this, he pointed out, is that some jurisdictions are no longer feasible to operate in.
Brendon Spiteri from Affiliation Space, in his conversation with Jeremy, shared similar views on the impact of regulation in the changing landscape of iGaming.
According to him, ”Regulation is the future of the iGaming industry because it provides the necessary framework for sustainable growth, player protection, and legitimacy.”
Operators must now focus on efficiency and sustainability, rather than only growth. It is hence important to reinvent strategies and find new ways to stay profitable.
To Conclude
As the iGaming landscape becomes increasingly compliance-driven, EvenBet Gaming continues to position itself as a strong and forward-thinking technology provider.
Dmitry’s insights are a reflection of a wider spectrum of industry trends where adaptability, sustainability, and meaningful connections become the driving force of success.
