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Income Access to Sponsor Fourth Annual AffiliateFEST

Event sponsor will also moderate panel on eSports, fantasy, social betting and traditional gaming
Income Access, Paysafe Group’s marketing technology and services provider, will again be a sponsoring partner of AffiliateFEST, the annual digital accelerator dedicated to educating iGaming affiliates and sharing insights on digital growth hacking. Now in its fourth year, AffiliateFEST will take place on 19th September 2018 at the Hilton Olympia in London.
Through its sponsorship of AffiliateFEST, Income Access promotes skills development in the affiliate sector by supporting sessions focused on relevant themes, including advertising compliance codes, how mobile can add value to affiliate acquisition strategies and the role of artificial intelligence in the affiliate industry. Partnered with more than 250 iGaming brands across an array of markets, Income Access is a longstanding supporter of strategic evolution within the industry.
Sarafina Wolde Gabriel, Income Access’ Vice President of Strategy, will moderate one of the panel discussions, which will explore emerging trends across several growing sectors within the iGaming industry. E-sports, fantasy, social betting and traditional gaming will all be covered as panelists dissect the psychology of player behaviours, pitfalls and barriers to entry, and more.
This year’s edition of AffiliateFEST will feature 17 expert speakers, the full list of which can be found here.
AffiliateFEST is organised by Affiliate Insider, a company run by veteran affiliate marketer Lee-Ann Johnstone and dedicated to providing the latest affiliate marketing and industry news as well as organising bespoke workshops and skills development programmes to support the continued growth of the affiliate channel.
AffiliateFEST runs alongside the Betting on Sports conference week, which takes place from 18th to 21st September and will host 140 exhibitors, 2,500+ delegates and 200 leading industry speakers. Income Access is sponsoring one of the conference panel discussions – “Reaching the Player – where do affiliates fit in?” – which takes place on 19th September at 12:10 GMT at the Olympia London.
Lee-Ann Johnstone, Founder and CEO of AffiliateINSIDER, said: “AffiliateFEST offers in depth content that is designed to help affiliates grow their business. Our speakers are highly respected experts and everybody in attendance benefits from the depth of content that is shared in the workshop sessions. The personalised networking is invaluable as you really get to connect with brands that are keen to grow. You just don’t get this kind of insight from larger iGaming events and our delegates always leave with a host of ideas, great connections and insight to keep their business growing from strength to strength.”
Sarafina Wolde Gabriel, Vice President of Strategy at Income Access, said: “AffiliateFEST continues to display its commitment to building the affiliate channel through education. We’re proud to be both a sponsor and participant in this important event, which only grows more relevant over time.”
Affiliates who wish to attend but have yet to register, can do so FREE on the event’s registration page.
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First iGB Affiliate Manager Academy to shine a light on effective AI-Driven affiliate recruitment strategies

Organisers of July’s edition of iGB L!VE – the first to be held in London – have announced the launch of the AI focussed iGB Affiliate Manager Academy which will be held July 1 as part of London iGaming Week.
The training and mentorship program which is being curated in partnership with Affiverse, founded by veteran affiliate marketer Lee-Ann Johnstone – and which guides businesses on how to launch, scale and grow successful affiliate programs, has been designed to help organisations of all sizes understand how to leverage new tactics and simple AI tools to recruit, retain and activate affiliates more effectively.
The Academy will offer a mix of practical learning, tactical assessments and personalised coaching providing affiliate managers with an invaluable opportunity to learn from industry leaders. Each unique session will include topical insights drawing on the dominant trends in the market.
Looking ahead to the Academy Lee-Ann Johnstone said: “I’m delighted that Clarion has invited Affiverse to develop a bespoke training academy specifically for iGaming Affiliate Managers.
“In an industry that’s constantly evolving, and which is powered by the early adoption of new technologies, businesses and affiliate managers have to keep learning in order to remain competitive. The only way we get to understand the affiliate space and all the complexities it entails is on the job – from others!
“It has always been important to me that those who have knowledge pay it forward and I’m really excited to be given the task of leading the curation of this unique event bringing the best of the best together in order to teach, train and coach affiliate managers as we move forward.
“The gap between AI-empowered affiliate managers and those relying solely on traditional methods is widening every month. The iGB Affiliate Manager Academy will provide the bridge to ensure businesses are on the right side of that divide.”
Reflecting on the importance and objectives of the iGB Affiliate Manager Academy, Global Portfolio Director Naomi Barton said: “Our live events are all about delivering real value to our international community of stakeholders. Lee-Ann and her team at Affiverse are spearheading the academy syllabus and content stream alongside IGB’s events production team to provide tailor made training and mentoring for new and existing affiliate managers as well as those who want to learn and scale their affiliate programs faster.
“The workshop will provide insider access to the exact AI-driven techniques that are assisting brands to deliver real results. Most significantly this isn’t just theory — instead it’s a hands-on expert-led roadmap focussing on immediately implementable tactics that will transform your program performance.”
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SOFTSWISS Affiliate Software Platform Wins at IGA 2025

SOFTSWISS, an international tech company with over 15 years of experience in iGaming, announces that Affilka by SOFTSWISS wins Affiliate Company of the Year at the International Gaming Awards 2025. The comprehensive software platform helps manage, track, and analyse affiliate performance in the most convenient way.
The event recognises leading industry experts, both online and land-based. This achievement came as a well-deserved gift for the platform’s 7th anniversary. The award reflects the platform’s dedication to optimising affiliate program management and elevating the operational efficiency of its clients. By helping operators optimise affiliate partnerships, Affilka by SOFTSWISS has established itself as a technology-driven leader in the iGaming realm.
Powering over 440 iGaming brands, the platform currently has more than 360,000 affiliate accounts and 85 million registered players. One of its most impactful updates is the Geo-Distributed Redirect feature. This innovation accelerates redirects up to five times, reduces bounce rates and increases conversions by up to 7%. By enabling players to access casino sites faster, the feature drives higher registrations and deposits.
Other notable platform functionalities include built-in payment processing, which helps streamline financial operations with trusted payment systems and bank transfers. The flexible commission constructor and near real-time reporting features enable operators to tailor their strategies according to constantly evolving business needs.
“We are honoured to receive recognition at such a prestigious level,” said Anastasia Borovaya, Head of Affilka by SOFTSWISS. “This award reflects our unwavering dedication to delivering the best affiliate management solutions in the industry. With over seven years of expertise, a highly professional team, and a passion for innovation, we’ve built a platform that ensures exceptional service and continuous product enhancements for our clients. We’re committed to maintaining this momentum and supporting the growth of our partners worldwide.”
Now, Affilka by SOFTSWISS is showcasing its latest features and achievements at iGB Affiliate in Barcelona. On 21–22 January, the team welcomes partners and clients at stand C10.
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QMRA Launches Italian Quality Mark for Affiliates

QMRA is a Compliance Quality Mark for iGaming Affiliates, launched by XY Legal Solutions B.V. (XYLS). XYLS launched a Dutch Quality Mark, KVA (https://kva.nl/), in September 2021, now working with numerous operators (LeoVegas, ComeOn, 711, TonyBet, Hard Rock Casino) and 90+ members.
In February 2024, QMRA was launched. Affiliates from the following markets were able to apply for the Quality Mark: Belgium, Spain, Denmark, Germany, Norway, Sweden, USA Michigan, The UK, Ontario and Estonia. As of today, Italian affiliates will be able to join QMRA as well. Applicants will receive:
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- A Compliance Report, containing compliance feedback if needed, in certain cases usable for obtaining a Meta Ads License;
- A specific Online Certificate about the member website, explaining its compliance (https://qmra.eu/members/affiliates/);
- Possibility to consult the QMRA team on compliance related questions.
Several joined since launch, representing all available markets so far. Among joining companies were Leadstar, ADM Group, BetFans, Game Lounge and Gentoo. Game Lounge and Gentoo decided to make QMRA official company policy. Sitebee, a Gentoo launched Compliance Tool, announced an official partnership with QMRA on legal support last week.