iGaming Cloud (iGC)
- Founded
- 2015-01-01 in Ta Xbiex, Malta
- Headquarters
- Ta Xbiex, Malta
- Phone
- +34 663 571 855
iGaming Cloud (iGC) is a cloud-based client management platform developed and operated by Gaming Innovation Group (GiG). Launched in February 2015 from its headquarters in Ta Xbiex, Malta, iGC was founded on the vision of making the iGaming industry leaner by providing an open, scalable ecosystem for online casino and sportsbook operators. The platform delivers a full spectrum of operational services, including payment processing, game management, player profile management, support services, and real-time data analytics, all via a unified cloud infrastructure. As the B2B technology arm of GiG, iGC enables operators to reduce integration complexity and accelerate time to market by offering a modular, API-driven architecture. The platform is licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and the UK Gambling Commission, and is certified in multiple regulated markets including Sweden, Spain, and New Jersey. iGC has been instrumental in GiG’s transition from a consumer-facing operator to a pure B2B software provider, supporting partners with both its core platform and advanced analytics tools. The platform’s rapid growth led GiG to commission a dedicated colocation data center in Malta, reflecting the scale and performance demands of its global client base.
Detailed Review
History and Founding
iGaming Cloud was developed by Gaming Innovation Group as a response to the operational fragmentation in the online gambling industry. The platform went live in February 2015, with the first commercial agreement signed with Nio Inc. for both iGaming Cloud and GiG’s sportsbook solution. In May 2015, Optimizer Invest acquired a 10% stake in iGaming Cloud Ltd. for €1 million, signaling early investor confidence. The platform’s architecture is fully cloud-native, designed to eliminate the silos typically found in legacy iGaming systems by integrating payments, player accounts, game aggregation, compliance, and reporting into a single backend.
Products and Analytics
In 2017, iGC launched iGC Insights, a dedicated guided analytics and reporting platform that enables operators to perform data discovery and make data-driven decisions. The platform supports multi-currency, multi-language, and multi-jurisdictional operations, with certified compliance in jurisdictions such as Sweden (Spelinspektionen), Spain (DGOJ), and the US state of New Jersey. iGC also holds ISO 27001 certification for its core platform and data services, underscoring its commitment to information security.
Business Model
The platform is delivered on a B2B software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, with clients accessing the full suite of services via API integration. iGC’s modular design allows operators to select only the components they need, such as payment processing, game management, or player analytics, while scaling up as their business grows. The platform has been a key driver of GiG’s revenue growth, supporting major operators and contributing to GiG’s listing on the Oslo Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stockholm.
Recent Developments
In recent years, GiG has evolved its product portfolio, introducing next-generation platforms like CoreX and SportX, which build upon the foundational iGC technology. Despite the rebranding of GiG’s core platform, iGC remains a recognized name in the industry for its pioneering cloud-based approach to iGaming operations.
Key Products
iGaming Cloud (iGC) Platform
Cloud-based client management platform for online casino and sportsbook operators. Includes payment processing, game management, player profiles, support services, and real-time data.
iGC Insights
Guided analytics and reporting platform launched in 2017, enabling operators to perform data discovery and drive business intelligence.