Gamblers Connect

What Gamblers Connect does

Gamblers Connect is a B2B iGaming media platform headquartered in Sliema, Malta, founded in 2021. The company publishes editorial content spanning iGaming news, regulation, B2B deals, sports, events, and exclusive interviews, and positions itself as an independent media brand explicitly separate from the player-affiliate revenue model it originated within. Its core product surface includes four branded assets: the iHub directory (verified listings of 30+ game providers, 10+ B2B providers, payment solutions, affiliate programs, and affiliates, each vetted through a five-step editorial process); the Responsible Gambling Index, a 12-criterion, five-tier scoring methodology applied to 300+ operators and 10+ providers under a policy that paid and unpaid reviews use identical scoring; the GC Podcast Network distributed across 6+ channels; and the GC Industry Briefing monthly newsletter. A GC Contributors Program rolled out in 2026 features hand-picked C-level industry voices publishing monthly under editorial code.

The company monetises through five revenue streams: B2B referrals and partnerships, paid iHub directory listings on a recurring basis, advertising and media services, subscriptions (including the GC Industry Briefing), and podcast network commercial partnerships. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with multi-year contracts referenced for advertising and directory services. Distribution is direct-to-professional through the company's own website, newsletter, LinkedIn presence, podcast channels, and editorial coverage of flagship industry events (iGB L!VE, ICE, SiGMA, SBC). Geographic scope is stated as global with explicit operating mention of Europe (UK, Malta) and North America (USA). The customer base spans iGaming operators, game providers, B2B infrastructure providers, affiliates, and industry professionals. Leadership consists of CEO Gjorgje Ristikj; ownership is undisclosed, and no institutional funding rounds, acquisitions, or parent entities are referenced in the source material.

Name

Gamblers Connect

Legal name

Gamblers Connect

Website

https://gamblersconnect.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Gamblers Connect is an independent B2B iGaming media platform founded in 2021 and based in Malta, publishing news, interviews, the Responsible Gambling Index, and the iHub directory of verified game providers, B2B vendors, payment solutions, and affiliates for operators and industry professionals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

iGaming Media & Industry Intelligence

NAICS

Gambling Industries (7132)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

B2B Lead Generation for Betting Suppliers (Platforms, Payments, KYC) (MPAEAMAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sportsbook Affiliate & Comparison Sites (MPAEAMAA), Gaming-Focused Payment Gateways & Orchestration (MPAEALAB)

Keywords

• IGaming media
• Industry news
• B2B directory
• Responsible gambling
• Podcast network

Headquarters

HQ city

Sliema

HQ country

Malta

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. B2B Referrals and Partnerships: Revenue generated through B2B referral partnerships with operators, providers, and other iGaming companies.
2. iHub Directory Listings: Paid directory listings for game providers, B2B providers, payment solutions, affiliates, and affiliate programs in the iHub. Listings are paid; verification outcome is not for sale.
3. Advertising and Media Services: Revenue from advertising, media services, and promotional content for iGaming industry companies.
4. Subscriptions: GC Industry Briefing newsletter delivered monthly to subscribers. The platform also offers subscriptions for industry professionals.
5. Podcast Network Partnerships: Partner-produced podcast network generating revenue through media partnerships and commercial sponsorship of shows.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Gamblers Connect is a B2B iGaming media platform that publishes independent news, interviews, case studies, and industry analysis for operators, game providers, and B2B suppliers. Its core commercial offerings include the iHub verified partners directory (covering game providers, B2B providers, payment solutions, affiliate programs, and affiliates), the Responsible Gambling Index (RGI) scoring methodology, a podcast network distributed across multiple channels, and the monthly GC Industry Briefing newsletter.

Product overview

Gamblers Connect is a B2B iGaming media platform providing comprehensive news, analysis, interviews, case studies, and an industry events calendar. The core offering centers on the iHub partners directory (covering game providers, B2B providers, payment solutions, affiliates, and affiliate programs), the Podcast Network distributed across 6+ channels, and the Responsible Gambling Index (RGI) methodology. The platform operates a Contributors Program featuring hand-picked industry voices. Founded in 2021, the company has expanded beyond traditional affiliate media into a full-scale iGaming media brand serving operators, providers, and industry professionals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• iHub: Official Partners Directory covering game providers, B2B providers, payment solutions, affiliates, and affiliate programs with independent vetting.
• Responsible Gambling Index (RGI)
• GC Podcast Network
• GC Contributors Program
• GC Industry Briefing

Products and services

• iHub Partners Directory Official verified partners directory covering game providers, B2B providers, payment solutions, affiliate programs, and affiliates serving iGaming operators. Each listing undergoes five-step independent editorial vetting with verification outcome not for sale. Reaches 60,000+ monthly readers across platform channels.
• Podcast Network Partner-produced podcast network distributing long-form conversations with operators, founders, regulators, executives, and responsible-gambling voices. Distributed across 6+ channels including website, LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and newsletters. Generates revenue through media partnerships and commercial sponsorship of shows.
• Responsible Gambling Index (RGI) Published scoring methodology that evaluates responsible-gambling controls across operators and game providers using 12 weighted criteria per category, across five tiers from Poor to Exceptional. Covers 300+ operators and 10+ game providers, with the same methodology applied to paid and unpaid reviews.
• GC Industry Briefing Newsletter Monthly curated briefing delivering regulatory roundup, deal tracker (M&A, funding, licensing), exclusive interview excerpts, and emerging market watch to industry professional subscribers. Captures business email, company type, and topics of interest via subscription form.

Quantifiable outcome

• 60,000+ monthly readers across platform channels
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• WorldGamingcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 29 May 2026Media collaboration providing editorial coverage of iGB L!VE 2026, including pre-event previews, on-site reporting, and post-event analysis. Potential to expand to other WorldGaming events like ICE and iGB Affiliate. Provides structured editorial access to iGaming's flagship events.
• iGaming Real TalkcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 25 March 2026Media partnership for co-producing podcast episodes, featuring guest appearances across both platforms, and creating cross-promotional content to serve respective audiences in the iGaming B2B and B2C sectors. Leverages both companies' strengths in delivering industry conversations and news.
• AffilkacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 March 2026Official media partnership with affiliate management platform covering initiatives throughout 2026. Focus on data-driven content and localised market insights helping players make informed decisions and supporting operators in building sustainable affiliate relationships. Operators on Affilka's platform recognized as meeting higher operational standard.
• 1spin4wincoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 March 2026Strategic content partnership integrating 1spin4win's portfolio of over 180 slot titles including award-winning games like Tiger's Steps Hold and Win into the Gamblers Connect platform. Partnership aligned with both companies' commitments to responsible gambling and high-quality gaming experiences.
• AlanbasecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 February 2026Strategic partnership expanding Gamblers Connect's B2B Providers section. Alanbase, a cloud-based SaaS platform for affiliate programme development, gains visibility within the iGaming ecosystem while offering Gamblers Connect's community access to customizable affiliate management tools.
• NeverEnding TechcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 February 2026Strategic partnership integrating NeverEnding Tech's slot game portfolio including Ultimate Hot Coins: Hold & Win and Coin Blast Extra into the Gamblers Connect ecosystem. Both companies emphasize shared values of transparency, speed, and authentic industry engagement.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SiGMA World: SiGMA operates a large iGaming events and media portfolio including news coverage and awards. Gamblers Connect is explicitly recognized by SiGMA, and both compete for B2B media attention at flagship iGaming conferences.
• iGB Affiliate: iGB Affiliate is a dedicated B2B media and events brand for the iGaming affiliate ecosystem. Like Gamblers Connect, it targets affiliates and operator affiliate programs with editorial content, events, and affiliate-focused intelligence.
• SBC (SBC News): SBC operates one of the largest B2B news, events, and media portfolios in the iGaming and sports betting industry. It is directly comparable to Gamblers Connect as both target the same enterprise buyer (operators, suppliers, affiliates) with editorial coverage, events, and directories.
• CasinoBeats: CasinoBeats is a B2B iGaming media outlet covering slots, game providers, and operator strategy with news, interviews, and events. It overlaps directly with Gamblers Connect's editorial coverage of game studios and supplier-side content.
• Gambling Insider: Gambling Insider is a B2B iGaming trade publication covering operators, regulation, and suppliers with news, magazines, and conferences. It addresses the same B2B buyer persona as Gamblers Connect, particularly in regulated European markets.
• EGR (eGaming Review): EGR is a long-established B2B iGaming media brand covering operators, suppliers, and affiliates with news, awards, and intelligence. It competes with Gamblers Connect for the same B2B advertising and directory budgets and serves a near-identical audience.

Broad incumbents

• Yogonet International: Yogonet is a long-established B2B gambling trade publication covering Latin American and global markets. It is comparable to Gamblers Connect as an enterprise-focused iGaming media brand, though with stronger regional depth in LatAm and a broader non-iGaming gambling footprint.
• Clarion Gaming: Clarion Gaming operates large-scale iGaming events (ICE, iGB Affiliate, iGB L!VE) and adjacent media properties. Gamblers Connect partners with WorldGaming for event coverage, positioning Clarion as a broader incumbent that shapes the same B2B media and events ecosystem.

Emerging players

• AffiliateINSIDER: AffiliateINSIDER is a B2B media and community focused on the iGaming and broader affiliate industry. It overlaps with Gamblers Connect's coverage of affiliate programs, networks, and performance marketing, but with a slightly broader cross-vertical remit.
• Better World Media (GPWA): Better World Media, including the GPWA affiliate community, is a long-running affiliate-facing media brand in iGaming. It is comparable as a niche affiliate/community media player targeting similar publishers and program managers, though with a different monetization mix.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/GamblersConnect
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gamblersconnect

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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