SiGMA has announced the six finalists and seven judges for its World Startup Pitch 2026 competition, scheduled for 4 November at Fiera Roma in Italy. The event will bring together startups and industry experts to highlight innovative solutions in iGaming and related sectors.
Finalists Span iGaming, AI, Cybersecurity and More
The six selected finalists—Alerts.Bar, Casgamer, Lordus, Tugi Tark, Verifluence, and Holi—represent a mix of early-stage concepts and established platforms. Their projects range from cybersecurity and multiplayer casino networks to AI-powered support, influencer marketing, and workforce management software. Several have products tailored for the gambling sector, while others offer broader tech solutions.
Competition Format and Judges
Each finalist will have three minutes to present their business, technology, and growth strategy, followed by five minutes of questions from a panel of seven judges. The judging panel includes professionals with backgrounds in venture capital, gaming operations, entrepreneurship, and communications. Confirmed judges are Andrei Alexandrov (RedCore), Adam Rosenberg (Blackstone), Meir Shachar (Runwai Growth Capital), Noora Fagerström (Finnish MP and entrepreneur), Peter Heneghan (Bettor Capital), Robert Duboff (Velo Partners), and Michele Franzese (SCAI Comunicazione).
Implications for Industry Stakeholders
This competition provides a platform for emerging businesses to showcase their innovations to potential investors, commercial partners, and established operators. For operators and affiliates, the event highlights new technologies and business models that could influence future industry trends, from multiplayer gaming and AI-driven support to enhanced cybersecurity and influencer engagement. The diversity of the finalists reflects ongoing shifts in how gambling products and related services are developed and delivered.
Key takeaways
- Six startups will compete in the SiGMA World Startup Pitch final on 4 November in Rome.
- Finalists offer solutions in iGaming, AI, cybersecurity, influencer marketing, and workforce management.
- A panel of seven judges with investment and industry expertise will select the winner.
- The event signals continued innovation and investment interest in gambling-related technology.