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5 Technology trends expected in the iGaming industry in next 5 years

Here are the five most significant technological trends that are expected to shape the iGaming industry in the days to come

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The iGaming industry has seen rapid growth in recent years, with the pandemic further accelerating its growth due to convenience and accessibility. As per Statista, in 2025, online gaming audiences are projected to surpass 1.3 billion. Speaking of India, the global iGaming players do a business of USD 1 Billion in India annually and are expected to grow further in the coming years. The growth has been amplified by new technology trends disrupting the iGaming industry.

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Here are the five most significant technological trends that are expected to shape the iGaming industry in the coming years.

1. Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)

VR and AR technologies have been making inroads into the iGaming industry, offering players an immersive gaming experience. In the next five years, these technologies are expected to become more advanced, allowing players to enter virtual worlds and interact with other players and game elements in real-time

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VR and AR are also enabling iGaming companies to create new and innovative game designs, as well as bring existing games to life in new ways. For example, VR and AR could be used to create virtual iGaming environments, where players can virtually experience the excitement of playing in a physical setting.

2. Artificial Intelligence (AI)

At present, AI technology is being used in the iGaming industry to enhance the player experience. AI-powered recommendation systems can help players discover new games, while AI-powered chatbots can assist players with customer service queries.

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In the next five years, AI is expected to play an even greater role in the iGaming industry, enabling iGaming companies to personalize the player experience like never before. AI technology will evolve enough to be used to analyze player behavior and preferences, enabling iGaming companies to offer personalized bonuses, promotions, and game recommendations to each player.

3. Blockchain Technology

Blockchain technology is used in the iGaming industry to enhance the security and fairness of games, as well as to enable a decentralized gaming ecosystem. In the next five years, blockchain technology will be more prominent, enabling iGaming companies to offer a more secure and transparent gaming experience to players.

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It will go a long way in ensuring that the outcomes are fair and unbiased, as well as enabling players to easily and securely transfer funds between games and platforms. Additionally, blockchain technology could go as far as enabling the creation of decentralized gaming platforms, which would be owned and governed by the players themselves.

4. 5G Technology

5G technology is being spoken about across platforms, is expected to have a significant impact on the iGaming industry in the next five years, enabling iGaming companies to offer faster, more reliable, and more responsive gaming experiences to players.

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5G technology will add to the fun and ease of gaming by further eliminating the issues of network lag and other performance issues, allowing players to enjoy smooth and seamless gaming. Additionally, 5G technology will also be monumental in the growth of VR and AR in the iGaming industry, enabling players to enjoy more immersive gaming experiences.

5. Cloud Gaming

Cloud gaming technology is expected to become more widespread in the iGaming industry in the next five years, allowing players to enjoy games without having to worry about hardware requirements or compatibility issues. Cloud gaming technology will allow players to access games from any device with an internet connection, including smartphones, tablets, and laptops. 

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Conclusion

In conclusion, the possibility and potential growth of the iGaming industry are multifold in the next five years, driven by new technology trends such as VR and AR, AI, blockchain technology, 5G technology, and cloud gaming. Moreover, with the new technological trends and the ecosystem promoting innovation and scientific intelligence, it wouldn’t be wrong to believe that there will be more elements that will shape the iGaming industry. These technologies are expected to enable iGaming companies to offer players a more immersive, secure, and personalized gaming experience, further driving growth.

The article has been written by Dmitry Belianin, Chief Commercial Officer,  Parimatch International

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