The online gambling industry is doing wonders and is going
from strength to strength to become much stronger. The industry is expected to
cross worth $45bn by the end of 2016. No wonder, the sheer excitement of a
flutter combined with the advancement of technology has always made for a thrilling
blend. However, many new trends are coming up that could see the market truly
go to the ‘next level’ in terms of player reach and profit.
The Rise of Mobile
Mobile is fast becoming the channel of choice for busy gamblers
throughout the globe. By the end of year 2018, the amount of bets placed via mobile
devices is expected to reach $100bn, with 164 million people accessing via
different platforms. Moreover, from an investment perspective it is a pretty
safe bet for gambling brands looking for future growth opportunities.
Feeling Sociable
Social gambling is also soon expected to become one of the
next revolutions in online gambling industry globally. No wonder, it is not
hard to understand the obvious reasons. Regular gamblers are quite comfortable
with the idea of free-to-play games and provide a rich source of customers that
could boost growth rates. Most of the well-established platforms have millions
of registered users all love their look, feel and game format.
