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2019-01-01 in Sliema, Malta
Headquarters
Sliema, Malta

NEXT.io is a content-driven events, media, and publishing company dedicated exclusively to the iGaming industry. Founded in 2019 by industry veterans Pierre Lindh, Martin Pettersson, and Michael Pedersen, the company is headquartered in Sliema, Malta. NEXT.io operates as a central hub for professionals in online gambling and sports betting, offering daily news, market insights, thought leadership, and in-depth analysis. Its flagship product is the NEXT Summit series, with a premier annual event in New York City that attracts over 1,300 C-level executives from operators, suppliers, affiliates, and regulators. The company also produces a popular industry podcast and provides sponsorship packages for brand visibility. By focusing on the East Coast US and European markets, NEXT.io has rapidly become a key information and networking platform for deal-making, regulatory updates, and strategic partnerships. The company remains founder-controlled and is privately funded, with a lean team based in Malta.

Detailed Review

History and Founding

NEXT.io was founded in 2019 by Pierre Lindh, Martin Pettersson, and Michael Pedersen, all experienced professionals in the iGaming sector. The company was established in Sliema, Malta, a hub for gaming companies. The founders aimed to create a vertically integrated media and events platform that serves as the central nervous system of the iGaming industry. Since its inception, NEXT.io has grown organically without external venture capital, maintaining founder control.

Core Products and Platforms

NEXT.io’s primary offering is the NEXT Summit series. The flagship NEXT Summit New York is held annually in March, drawing over 1,300 senior executives from operators, suppliers, affiliates, and regulators. The event features an exhibition floor, keynote presentations, panel discussions, and structured networking. A European edition takes place in Valletta, Malta. The company also operates a daily-updated news portal covering breaking developments, M&A activity, and regulatory changes. The NEXT.io Podcast provides bi-weekly interviews with industry leaders, and the sponsorship platform offers custom visibility packages for brands.

Business Model

NEXT.io operates a B2B-funded model. Revenue comes from event ticket sales, sponsorship fees, and media advertising. The company has not publicly raised venture capital and remains privately held by its founders. With a small editorial and events team based in Malta, NEXT.io maintains a lean operational structure while delivering high-quality content and networking opportunities.

Market Position and Competitors

NEXT.io differentiates itself through a community-first approach and a strong focus on the East Coast US market, which it claims is underserved by other iGaming events. Its editorial content is iGaming-specific, avoiding generic gaming news. The company competes with broader industry conferences such as ICE and G2E but positions itself as a more targeted, decision-maker-focused gathering. Its ability to attract C-level attendees and produce timely, relevant content has solidified its reputation as a central information hub.

Recent Developments

In 2025, NEXT.io expanded its programming to include more regulatory and compliance topics, reflecting the industry’s increasing emphasis on legal frameworks. The company continues to grow its audience and event footprint, remaining a key player in the iGaming event and media landscape.

Key Products

  • Podcast

    Regular audio content featuring industry leaders and insights.

  • NEXT Summit New York

    Annual in-person conference for iGaming and sports betting executives, attracting 1,200–2,000 attendees, billed as the largest dedicated online gambling and sports betting summit in North America.

  • NEXT.io News Platform

    Daily editorial coverage of the iGaming industry, including news, analysis, interviews, and opinion pieces.

  • NEXTPredict.io

    Dedicated media brand launched in April 2026 covering prediction markets, with its own editorial team and a dedicated prediction markets summit.

  • POWER Hour & Clubhouse Sessions

    Virtual networking and discussion events focused on specific industry sectors such as investment, blockchain, and regulatory developments.

  • Video Library

    On-demand archive of all event presentations, panels, and keynotes.

  • NEXT Summit

    A series of in-person conferences focused on online gambling and sports betting, held in New York and Valletta, connecting operators, suppliers, investors, and startups.

  • NEXT.io News

    The company’s editorial outlet publishing daily news, analysis, interviews, and opinion pieces covering iGaming trends, regulation, technology, and business strategy.

  • NEXT.io Podcast

    A regularly produced interview series featuring industry leaders discussing topics from stablecoin payments to scaling affiliate operations.

  • NEXT.io Sponsorship & Partnership Program

    Allows companies to increase brand visibility through event sponsorship, content integration, and networking opportunities.

  • NEXT Summit Malta (Valletta)

    European edition of the summit held in Valletta, Malta, focused on the EMEA iGaming market.

  • NEXT.io News Portal

    Daily-updated online publication covering iGaming industry news, executive moves, regulatory updates, and market analysis.

  • Sponsorship & Partnership Platform

    Custom sponsorship packages for brands to gain visibility across events, editorial content, and digital channels. Includes lead generation and brand positioning services.

Offices & Headcount

30 employees (approx.)

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