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GAMING G8 maltatoday | SUNDAY • 8 JULY 2018 GAMING Innovation Group (GiG) will be the main partners of Malta Pride this year, Allied Rainbow Communities (ARC), the organisers of Pride have an- nounced. A week-long celebra- tion with different activities will take place between 9-16 Septem- ber 2018 with the main Parade and open air free concert to take place on Saturday 15 September. The theme of Pride this year will be 'Pride in the heart of the Med- iterranean'. GIG is a fast-growing tech com- pany with over 450 employees based in Malta but also located in Spain, Norway, Denmark and Gibraltar totalling over 700 em- ployees. Earlier this year, their ul- tra hip offices by St George's Bay were inaugurated by the Prime Minister Joseph Muscat. Mikael Ångman, Chief Opera- tions Officer of GiG said: "We are proud to be the headline sup- porters of Malta Pride, an event we believe to be a highlight in Malta's calendar! GiG's vision is to change the iGaming industry to make it fair and fun for all. A huge part of that is to have a di- verse workforce and to provide an atmosphere where everyone can be the best version of them- selves, no matter their back- ground or sexual orientation. We want to encourage everyone to be able to be who they are with- out fear." ARC is a voluntary organisa- tion dedicated to support the LGBTIQ community in Malta by organising monthly events, campaigning for better sexual health, collaborating with rain- bow-friendly businesses and co- ordinating Malta Pride. "Studies are showing that coun- tries that support LGBTIQ rights are better off in economic de- velopment and social wellbeing. We are witnessing this in Malta as well and we are finding a lot of positive collaboration with the business and civic communities" – Clayton Mercieca, the co-ordi- nator of this year's Malta Pride said. "We are also aware, how- ever, that negative attitudes and stigma still persist and an event like Pride is an occasion to bring different minorities together in support of each other and give courage to people who are still too afraid to live their truth. To have such a major employer like GIG supporting Pride gives us a lot of encouragement to make each year's Pride a better one than before – not just for the fan- fare and glamour that is fun for all the family, but because there is a lot of isolation in our small islands that makes it very hard for minorities like the LGBTIQ community to integrate". Following a record turnout par- ticipation last year, ARC has ini- tiated its intent to host an Inter- national Pride event in five years' time and has become a member of the European Association of Pride Organisers. Several local artists will be performing for the crowds at the open air concert which will be held after the parade in Valletta. In addition, the Ital- ian Drag duo Karma B. will be entertaining the crowds with their spectacular acts. More in- formation will be available on www.maltapride.org Gaming Innovation Group announces headline sponsorship of Malta Pride 2018 GiG doesn't just believe that iGaming should be fair and fun for all, it believes that life should be fair and fun for all. And to demonstrate its support, it's teaming up with Allied Rainbow Communities (ARC) to be Malta Pride 2018's main partner The world of online gambling is a dynamic and vivid place, packed with lots of annual iGaming events and conferences. Clarion Gaming has announced a new conference concept, iGB Live! HQ , which will debut at iGB Live! between 17th – 20th July at the Amsterdam RAI e debut of a new conference format, iGB Live!, in Amsterdam THE creation of iGB Live! is a unique combination of lead- ing brands, iGaming Super Show, EiG, and the Amster- dam Affiliate Conference, each of which will retain its own dedicated presence and brand personality. It is a part of the commitment made by Clarion to streamline the events calendar and provide stakeholders with an oppor- tunity to engage across the entire European iGaming market at a single event. With four different areas on offer, Clarion states each offers a unique industry perspective, whilst tackling pressing is- sues: • The Hive – Tackle a vari- ety of diverse topics, such as technology adoption and the LATam market, accompa- nied by rum and wine tasting. • The Counsel – delegates will be invited to participate in debates led by a profes- sional debate team from Cambridge Union. • The Elevator – Featuring a series a short sharp fifteen minute presentations on the latest products, processes and technologies. • The Boardroom – Enter for a view beyond iGaming and learn from some of the world's leading innovators. SEO Sessions iGB's affiliate conferences are always packed with valu- able SEO sessions for both af- filiates and operators, deliv- ered by leaders of companies specializing in iGaming SEO. Strategic conference program is the biggest of the year with multiple conference rooms, 100 speakers, and 40 sessions. Michael Caselli of iGaming Business has injected change into the SEO sessions for iGB Live!'s AAC with the help of SEO legend Marcus Tandler, signing up highly regarded SEO speakers from Europe and the USA. Reasons to attend • iGB Live! has been born from merging the iGaming Super Show, EiG and the Amster- dam Affiliate Conference and is the largest and most important iGaming event in the calendar. • Exhibitors from all corners of the iGaming universe which includes producers of online slots, affiliate programs, online casinos, payment providers and others • Top-quality conference content focused on affiliate marketing • An exciting and innovative learning conference concept • More than 5,250 delegates from the iGaming industry and an excellent networking opportunity • iGB Live! will introduce a revolutionary new content programme. The event will set a new standard for education within the iGaming industry. • iGB Live! offers you endless networking opportunities. From morning coffee breaks to dedicated sector-specific drinks to late night merrymaking – there is no shortage of networking. • The iGB Live! exhibition is free-to-attend for everyone – don't miss out on your op- portunity to meet the best of the best in the iGaming industry. iGB Live! is an opportunity to learn about and discuss everything that's going on in the world while having some fun at the same time. Perhaps you should consider taking a pre or post event mini-vacation there?