Affiliate Network
Companies offering affiliate network in the iGaming industry — 193 listed.
Clearsky Network
Central, Hong Kong
Clearsky Network is a Hong Kong‑based corporate services and advisory firm that operates a global marketplace for regulated assets, including licensed companies, payment institutions, and iGaming operations. Founded in 2017, the company connects buyers and sellers of fully‑licensed entities across multiple jurisdictions, covering sectors such as cryptocurrency, foreign exchange, sports betting, and online gaming. Its marketplace listings feature ready‑made licensed companies, including Hong Kong Money Service Operator (MSO) licenses, Canadian Money Services Business (MSB) licenses, Polish Small Payment Institutions (SPI), UK FCA Small Payment Institutions, Tanzanian sports betting licenses with operations, and strategic iGaming acquisitions. Beyond brokering, Clearsky Network offers complementary services: global corporate structuring, nominee services, regulatory compliance, legal and tax advisory, banking and payment solutions, and online marketing support. With 51–200 employees and headquarters in Central, Hong Kong, the firm positions itself as a single‑partner solution for entrepreneurs and operators seeking swift entry into regulated markets without the months‑long licensing process.
Casino Guru
London, England
Casino Guru is one of the world’s largest independent databases of online casinos, launched in 2016 with the mission of making online gambling safer and more transparent. The platform offers comprehensive, data-driven casino reviews underpinned by its proprietary Safety Index, which scores operators on fairness, terms, player complaints, and licensing. Beyond reviews, Casino Guru operates a Complaint Resolution Center that has recovered over $60 million for players since 2019, a community Forum, a dedicated News outlet covering industry developments, and the Casino Guru Academy for responsible gambling education. The company also hosts the annual Casino Guru Awards to celebrate excellence in iGaming. With a core team of over 30 full-time professionals—many with backgrounds in mathematics, programming, and psychology—Casino Guru positions itself as a data-obsessed advocate for players. It is currently developing a first-of-its-kind global self-exclusion platform. While its registered office is in the Cayman Islands, the company has strong operational ties to London and Malta, where its awards ceremony is held. Casino Guru generates revenue through affiliate commissions but maintains editorial independence, emphasizing its role as a neutral information source.
Catena Media
271, Quantum Place, Triq il‑Wied, Gzira GZR 1030, Malta
Catena Media is a publicly-traded online gambling affiliation marketing company headquartered in Gzira, Malta. Founded in 2012, the group specialises in creating content‑rich websites that direct users to licensed online casino and sports‑betting operators, predominantly in the North American market. Over the course of a decade, Catena Media has grown from a small start‑up into one of the region’s leading affiliate networks, employing approximately 150–200 people across offices in Malta, the United Kingdom, Sweden, and other locations. The company’s core business model is performance‑based: it earns revenue on a cost‑per‑acquisition (CPA) basis or through revenue‑share agreements when its websites generate depositing players for partner operators. Catena Media’s portfolio includes owned‑and‑operated brands such as Bonus.com, a major casino‑comparison site, and MRKTPLAYS.com, a proprietary sub‑affiliation platform that connects affiliates with operators. In its 2025 annual report, the company reported EUR 15.6 m in Q4 revenue, a 53 % year‑on‑year increase, and adjusted EBITDA of EUR 4.7 m, more than triple the prior year’s figure. Listed on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market (ticker: CTTM), Catena Media operates under Maltese regulatory oversight and has placed a strategic focus on three pillars: People, Product, and Profit. Recent leadership changes, including the appointment of Manuel Stan as CEO and Edward Midolo as CTO, signal a renewed emphasis on product innovation and operational efficiency.
GPWA & Casino City Press
Newton, Massachusetts, USA
GPWA & Casino City Press represents the combined operations of Casino City Press, a privately held gaming industry data publisher founded in 1989, and the Gambling Portal Webmasters Association (GPWA), an online gaming affiliate association founded in 2001. Headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, the entity is a leading provider of market intelligence, financial data, regulatory information, and executive contact directories covering both land‑based and online gambling across more than 200 jurisdictions worldwide. Its product suite includes online interactive databases such as GamingDirectory.com, iGamingDirectory.com, and several almanacs, as well as annual print directories. Through GPWA, the company fosters the online gaming affiliate community with events, sponsorships, and industry resources. The organisation employs 11–50 staff and is led by founder and CEO Michael Corfman, who has been at the helm since founding the business in 1990. GPWA & Casino City Press regularly exhibits at major industry trade shows such as iGB Affiliate Barcelona and provides scholarship programs for members.
Gaming News Byte
Nairobi, Kenya
Gaming News Byte is a privately held iGaming news and analysis platform founded in 2025 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. The company delivers concise, bite-sized coverage of the global online gaming sector, targeting operators, players, and enthusiasts. Its content spans regulatory updates, market trends, payment solutions, platform technology, and operator partnerships. The platform maintains a website, LinkedIn page, X (Twitter) account, and Telegram channels. With a small team of 2–10 employees, it positions itself as an agile source of daily iGaming intelligence, publishing short-form news and research summaries. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding. Its content includes curated reports and aggregated market data, making it a niche B2B news outlet. As of early 2026, it has over 2,400 LinkedIn followers.
Better Collective
Sankt Annæ Plads 28, 1250 Copenhagen, Denmark
Better Collective is a publicly traded digital sports media group that owns and operates a “House of Brands” spanning sports media, sports betting content, and esports communities. Founded in Denmark in 2004 by Jesper Søgaard and Christian Kirk Rasmussen, the company has grown from a two‑person operation into a global group with more than 1,500 employees and over 20 offices across Europe, North America, South America, and Asia. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Better Collective is dual‑listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and Nasdaq Copenhagen. The group’s brands – including HLTV, FUTBIN, Action Network, Playmaker HQ, VegasInsider, and AceOdds – attract more than 450 million monthly visits worldwide. Better Collective’s business model is built on performance‑based marketing, revenue‑sharing agreements with sportsbooks, cost‑per‑acquisition fees, premium subscriptions, advertising, and sponsorship deals. The company has executed more than 35 acquisitions since its inception, consistently adding leading sports and betting media properties to its portfolio. In 2025, it launched Playbook, an AI‑driven betting assistant, and announced a strategic partnership with X (formerly Twitter) to make Playbook the premier sports‑betting bot on that platform. Better Collective’s mission is to “excite sports fans through engaging content and foster passionate communities worldwide,” with the stated vision of becoming the leading digital sports media group.
Affnook
Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Affnook is a B2B SaaS provider of a specialized affiliate marketing and tracking platform built exclusively for the iGaming industry, including online casinos, sportsbooks, and betting platforms. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, the company originally launched under the name Trackier before rebranding to Affnook in 2024/2025 to more directly serve the casino and betting affiliate sector. With a lean team of 11–50 employees, Affnook serves over 100 iGaming clients globally, from emerging-market startups to established operators in regulated jurisdictions. The platform offers features such as real-time attribution tracking, anti-fraud detection, multi-brand management, and automated reporting, all designed to meet the unique operational and compliance needs of the iGaming vertical. Affnook has helped clients achieve measurable growth, including a 200% month-over-month increase in net gaming revenue and the acquisition of over 5,000 paying customers in a single month. The company positions itself as a growth enabler for iGaming operators and affiliate networks seeking to scale player acquisition efficiently while minimizing fraud-related budget waste.
Affiliate365 Ltd
London, United Kingdom
Affiliate365 Ltd is a UK-incorporated affiliate marketing network that operates the Affconnect.com platform, connecting thousands of affiliates with brand-name advertisers across multiple industry verticals, with a particular focus on the online gambling and casino sector. Founded in March 2012 and headquartered in London, the company provides a performance-based marketing ecosystem that enables merchants to set their own commission rates, integrate via a simple API, and launch campaigns within days. Beyond its core affiliate network, Affiliate365 Ltd also acts as a publisher and distributor of casino and gaming business data, market research reports, and direct marketing services. The company is registered at Kemp House on City Road, London, and maintains a mailing address in Colchester, Essex. While its primary public-facing brand is Affconnect.com, Affiliate365 Ltd positions itself as a data-driven partner for both advertisers and affiliates seeking scalable, transparent traffic monetisation. The company’s incorporation in 2012 places it among the established affiliate marketing intermediaries serving the regulated iGaming industry in Europe and beyond.
5 Star iGaming Media
The Hive, 51 Lever Street, Manchester M1 1FN, United Kingdom
5 Star iGaming Media is a privately held B2B publisher and multimedia company focused exclusively on the iGaming and online gambling industry. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom, with secondary operations in Malta, the company delivers news, analysis, and insights through a portfolio of print and digital magazines, a daily news website, and targeted email marketing services. Its flagship monthly magazine, *5 Star iGaming News & Analysis*, covers industry trends, regulatory developments, product launches, and corporate moves, and is distributed at major international events such as ICE London, SiGMA, and SBC Summit. The company also organises the prestigious **5 Star Top 20 Awards**, an annual judge-led recognition programme that honours outstanding professionals in the sector. With a lean team of just 2–10 employees, the firm offers a highly curated, premium content mix for operators, suppliers, and service providers seeking targeted B2B exposure. Acquired on 22 July 2019 per PitchBook data (the acquirer and terms are undisclosed), the business continues to operate under its original brand, maintaining editorial independence and a close-knit, agile team structure.
247 Media
New York, New York, USA
24/7 Media, Inc., originally known as 24/7 Real Media, is a digital marketing technology company that provides advertising, audience targeting, and media management solutions. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in New York, the company grew to 20 offices across 12 countries with between 200 and 500 employees. It was acquired by WPP in 2007 and became a key part of the holding group’s digital strategy. The company developed ad‑serving and media‑planning tools such as Open AdStream, Connect, and Atlas, and operated the Real Media Group premium publisher marketplace. A strategic partnership with Microsoft Advertising in 2012 integrated its technology with Microsoft’s exchange and demand network. Over time, 24/7 Media’s operations were absorbed into WPP’s programmatic unit Xaxis, and the brand ceased to operate as a standalone entity. Its legacy technology continues to underpin many of WPP’s digital advertising capabilities.
15 Marketing Ltd
Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
15 Marketing Ltd is a UK-based digital marketing and technology agency exclusively serving the online gaming and gambling sector. Founded in 2009, the company has grown from a small operation to powering marketing and technology for hundreds of gaming sites. Headquartered in Watford, Hertfordshire, with additional addresses in Radlett and London, the company operates as a privately held entity. Its service portfolio includes affiliate marketing, pay-per-click advertising, link building, on-site usability, and website design, while its technology division develops bingo software, casino software, white-label gaming platforms, and online slots. The company has approximately 26 UK-based employees according to a Great Place to Work certification, though other sources estimate a broader range. Notably, Companies House records indicate the company entered liquidation, though its LinkedIn and other directories still list it as active. 15 Marketing positions itself as a hands-on, innovation-driven partner in the hyper-competitive online gaming market.
21Viral
Gzira, Malta
21Viral (brand name of Viral Technology N.V.) is a B2B iGaming technology provider that has been offering game aggregation, platform technology, and API integration services since 2011. The company operates as a “game connector,” bridging content suppliers and licensed operators primarily in the Central and Latin American markets, while also connecting European and Asian providers with LatAm operators. 21Viral does not operate an online casino or offer real-money gaming to users; it strictly serves licensed operators with secure, scalable, and customizable software solutions. The company’s core offering is its GameConnector platform, which enables operators to access thousands of certified games from over 100 providers through a single API. This technology is designed to reduce integration time from months to weeks, using proprietary AI tools to speed up the technical onboarding process. 21Viral also provides transparent reconciliation, operational support tools, and tailored back‑office features. Headquartered in Gzira, Malta, with its legal incorporation in Curaçao, the company employs between 11 and 50 people. It has been privately held since its founding in 2011 by industry entrepreneurs with over 20 years of experience. In recent years, 21Viral has expanded its footprint through strategic partnerships, such as a 2025 agreement with platform provider Virtualsoft to strengthen its presence in Latin America. The company is led by CEO Christoph Härtel, who emphasizes a customer‑first approach and has driven expansion into emerging markets like Africa.
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SBC and Conversion Conf Join Forces for Affiliate Leaders Summit 2026
SBC has partnered with Conversion Conf to co-produce the Affiliate Leaders Summit 2026 in Lisbon, combining their respective platforms to expand the event's international reach and enhance its conference programme. The summit will run alongside SBC Summit, expected to host 40,000 attendees, and will feature shared flagship experiences including a keynote with Michael Jordan.
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