Yggdrasil Launch Dragons Initiative to Aid iGaming Entrepreneurs

The iGaming industry is growing at a seemingly unstoppable rate, and that means that there are windows for the driven and talented to soar within the market, if they can only find the opportunity. Popular software developer Yggdrasil has launched a new initiative that looks to do just that.

Updated: 26 January 2024 By Becky Mosley

The iGaming industry is growing at a seemingly unstoppable rate, and that means that there are windows for the driven and talented to soar within the market, if they can only find the opportunity. Popular software developer Yggdrasil has launched a new initiative that looks to do just that.The Yggdrasil Dragons initiative takes its inspiration from the popular television series, Dragon’s Den, and will see Yggdrasil looking to form partnerships with independent businesses and developers. This will mainly take place through Yggdrasil’s providing partners with access to its licensing structure, technical and operator networks, and talent. 

Aiming to help smaller developers

 Yggdrasil has stated that the primary focus for the initiative is to give opportunities to small-scale developers, offering the chance to make their ideas into big successes. It is hoped that these mutually beneficial working relationships with give a chance to those who may not have been able to have their ideas seen by a wider audience previously.Yggdrasil Dragons is already open to proposals, and any applicant who makes a submission will be considered.  

Fiercely competitive

 Speaking of the initiative, CEO of Yggdrasil, Fred Elmqvist, said:”The online gambling industry is fiercely competitive, and we often see individuals and businesses with great ideas fall by the wayside simply because they don’t have access to the right support and assistance to get their proposition of the ground.”Adding:”Over the years, Yggdrasil Gaming has built a solid and successful business that includes a powerful technical framework, licensing capabilities and a team of talented people. We want to open this up to other entrepreneurs and gaming firms to help them achieve their goals.”If you have been looking for an opportunity to have your ideas heard, now is the time to send a submission to the Yggdrasil Dragons.

Becky Mosley
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