The brightest IT events 2023

Welcome to 2023 – the calendar of the IT conference. In the first half of this year, we have seen some significant events showcasing the IT industry's great and good.

We've learned about new technologies, understood fresh regulatory guidelines, and dabbled in AI implementation.

Discussions, networking events, awards, and more – it's been a fulfilling few months. The best part? It's just getting started.

There are plenty of exciting IT events to keep an eye out for over the coming months - we earmark a few of them below and also review those that have just gone.

Sigma World

Sigma World iGaming conference

One of the most significant iGaming conference events in the world keeps travelling through 2023, with events lined up in The Philippines (19th - 22nd July), Cyprus (4th - 7th September), and Malta (13th- November 17th), adding to what has already been a cram-packed schedule.

Primarily a networking chance for casino and sportsbook operators to interact with state-of-the-art providers, services, and experiences, it also works as a collection of resources to help improve an iGaming business' online presence through metrics such as SEO optimisation, social media integration, and analytics monitoring. There is also a lot of focus on cyber security throughout SIGMA World events, which makes it a popular spot for IT professionals.

Anyone who is anyone in the online gambling industry comes to SIGMA – it's the perfect opportunity to grow a business.

AffPapa

AffPapa iGaming Awards

A leading international iGaming affiliate event, this one holds a special place in our hearts. It's where the CasinoCanada team emerged as the Bonus Comparison Site of The Year Award winner, seeing off stiff competition for the accolade at a glitzy event in Valetta, Malta, back on June 20th 2023.

The AffPapa website focuses on shining a light on the latest iGaming news, insights, and interviews of iGaming professionals, providing an invaluable directory for affiliates in the space.

They specialise in filtering affiliates, specifically using certain metrics – including Geo-Targeting, commission modelling, and monthly visitors. However, they are also renowned as online seminar hosts-extraordinaire and gambling event titans.

Japan IT Week

The biggest IT event in Japan showcases various products, services and solutions related to artificial intelligence, robotics, automation, cloud computing, cybersecurity and more. It also includes seminars and workshops, allowing attendees to gain valuable knowledge about emerging technologies.

In 2023, it was held between 5th - 7th April at Tokyo Big Sight, but in 2024 it will be from 24th - 26th of the same month at the same venue.

Web Summit

Web Summit iGaming conference

The Web Summit, which takes place annually in Lisbon, Portugal, is one of the world's largest technology conferences.

The event brings together over 70,000 participants from more than 170 countries to discuss the latest digital trends and technologies, network with industry leaders, and gain insight into the future of online media.

The summit focuses on artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, cloud computing, e-commerce, entrepreneurship, machine learning, virtual and augmented reality (AR/VR), and more. While they host panel discussions by tech experts from around the globe, the summit also offers workshops and hackathons that allow attendees to learn new skills or develop their own ideas.

Attendees can also explore dozens of startups in the Web Summit's startup alley and participate in fun networking activities such as mini golf and ping pong. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or an experienced entrepreneur, the Web Summit is a great place to make invaluable connections and explore new ideas.

The Web Summit will occur at the Altice Arena and Fil in Lisbon between November 16th and November 19th.

Affiliate Summit East

Affiliate Summit East pits together great minds of affiliates, advertisers, publishers, networks, technology providers, digital agencies, and other related companies for a three-day event to network and learn about the latest trends in affiliate marketing.

The summit features educational sessions covering various topics within the industry, including SEO and social media strategies and panels with successful marketers.

The event is open to exhibitors who showcase their services and products to promote their businesses. Attendees can attend keynote presentations from leading industry professionals while networking with other affiliates and advertisers throughout the conference. It is one of the largest affiliate industry conferences and is an excellent place for people involved in the field to network and learn more about the industry.

The Affiliate Summit East Conference will occur from July 31st  - August 1st, 2023, at the New York City Marriott Marquis Times Square, typically in late July or early August, and includes networking receptions, awards ceremonies, and other fun events. The conference also features an exhibit hall with booths for vendors to showcase products and services.

Watch out for Leilani Han, New York Times Wirecutter, Jeesica Woodbury, Director of Commerce Partnerships at the Wall Street Journal, and Senior Digital Content Strategist at CNN, Hannah Lauson.

International Conference on IT & Computer Science

International Conference on IT & Computer Science Event

The International Conference on IT & Computer Science (ICITCS) provides a platform for researchers, practitioners and industry professionals worldwide to share ideas, research and experiences related to computer science, information technology and other fields.

It has just passed through this summer, in a glitzy event in Paris, France, from 6th-8th July.

What is the London Tech Week?

The world's best tech innovators, entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders descended on the UK capital to celebrate technology and its potential to shape our future earlier in the summer in an event that was hailed a great success.

It was held at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in London from 12th - 14th June. Some political heavyweights were making some newsworthy speeches, with the likes of Chancellor Jeremy Hunt and London Mayor Sadiq Khan having their say on how tech can make a difference to the UK.

Conclusion

Whether you represent the very best in iGaming technology or are interested in developing IT trends, any of the above events could give you amazing insight into the future. They can inform career choices, business decisions, and much more.

Michelle Thomas
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Last updated on: 17.02.2024

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