Exclusive Interview with AWS Betting & Gaming Team: The Role of Cloud in iGaming’s Evolution

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Updated by Alejandro Dalby22 Aug 2025
Everyone talks about “the cloud,” but what does it actually deliver for iGaming? To get a clearer picture, we spoke with the AWS Betting & Gaming Team — Serhii Avramchuk (Sr. Enterprise Account Manager), Sergey Viktorovich Kurson (Principal Solutions Architect), and Anastasia Raspopova (Demand Generation Representative). Here’s what they shared.
Welcome to the Next Phase: Why iGaming Needs Cloud Now
In an industry where milliseconds mean millions, speed, scale, and adaptability are no longer optional — they’re survival tools. The global iGaming ecosystem — from affiliates, operators, platform providers, aggregators, game studios, and payment solutions — is growing at lightning speed. With that growth comes complexity. Whether it’s launching new features, expanding into new regulated markets, or staying compliant across multiple jurisdictions, the pressure is on.
By the end of 2023, 85% of iGaming operators were already using cloud technologies to scale their infrastructure, proving that cloud adoption is no longer a trend—it’s the competitive baseline. Cloud isn’t just an IT choice—it’s a business strategy. The world’s leading iGaming companies are turning to Amazon Web Services (AWS) to stay ahead of the innovation curve.
Speed, Scale, Save: Cloud is Your New Secret Weapon
Joshua: Why Cloud for iGaming? Why now? And why does it matter more than ever?
AWS Betting & Gaming Team: Cloud helps iGaming companies go live in new regulated markets in days, not months — enabling them to launch new features or tournaments in minutes, handle sudden traffic spikes with built-in DDoS protection, and control costs through pay-as-you-go pricing with full transparency.
As mobile devices now account for the majority of gameplay, cloud infrastructure keeps you closer to players worldwide, delivering faster, smoother, and highly secure low-latency experiences wherever they play.
Choosing the Right Cloud Provider: Ask These First
Do they understand iGaming?
It’s important that your cloud partner knows how the business works and what challenges you are facing in the iGaming industry. This will accelerate achieving your results and help your business to scale faster.
Do they offer a strong partner ecosystem and talent pool?
Look how many people know specific clouds, how many partners are ready to support you. Any issues with hiring or finding the right partner may compromise your market position.
Speed matters.
Look for strong partner solutions that can offer pre-integrated CRM, fraud detection (e.g., AWS partners like SEON & Group-IB), KYC, and affiliate tracking. Plus, having thousands of certified engineers worldwide—like AWS—makes scaling and support much easier.
Can they ensure security, flexibility, and ongoing partnership?
Choose providers trusted by banks and governments with built-in compliance. Financial and architectural support programs (available funding in the form of AWS Credits for PoC or migration projects) help growth, while deep partnerships mean continuous architecture co-design and optimization—not just selling compute.
Beyond Infrastructure: A Partner in Your Business Growth
Joshua: How do you turn a cloud provider into a true business growth partner?
AWS Betting & Gaming Team: With AWS, you get more than infrastructure — you gain access to global solutions teams, cloud architects, and industry-specialised experts who understand the unique needs of high-performance businesses. This expertise helps customers accelerate market entry, test new opportunities quickly, and scale back efficiently when needed.
Combined with AWS’s worldwide infrastructure and low-latency network, it’s a foundation for faster expansion, smarter decisions, and long-term competitive advantage.
Go Global & Stay Niche
Joshua: How can you scale globally while staying nimble and locally relevant?
AWS Betting & Gaming Team: Winning in new markets means delivering global-scale infrastructure with local precision. AWS gives you both. With one of the world’s largest and most distributed cloud networks, you can keep latency low and players engaged — whether they’re betting from London, Lagos, or Las Vegas.
And it’s not just about servers and speed: AWS also connects you to a vast talent and a partner network. From certified cloud architects to iGaming-savvy SaaS providers, you get the expertise to build, launch, and scale faster.
Many clouds offer compute; few combine cutting-edge infrastructure with deep industry know-how. That’s the AWS difference.
AWS Welcomes iGaming
Joshua: Does AWS treat iGaming any different?
AWS Betting & Gaming Team: AWS delivers a secure, reliable cloud built for scale. You control your applications, and it’s your responsibility to stay compliant with local laws.
No barriers, no hidden limits — just world-class infrastructure trusted by leading companies worldwide.
Real Wins, Real Stories with AWS
Joshua: What have iGaming customers achieved in the Cloud?
AWS Betting & Gaming Team: Leading iGaming brands are driving real results with AWS:
Scalability & DDoS Protection
Spribe scaled 4x in users and secured global traffic using Amazon CloudFront + AWS Shield.
Faster Time-to-Market
Gr8 Tech slashed launch times in new regulated markets with EKS and CI/CD on AWS.
Cost Control & Modularity
Soft2Bet saved 55% of infrastructure costs across multiple brands using a modular AWS infrastructure.
High Availability & UX
Favbet Tech scaled by 10x and improved player experience and uptime by containerizing workloads on Amazon EKS.
Personalization & Fraud Detection
Yggdrasil uses AWS data lakes and ML tools to tailor gameplay and catch fraud in real time.
The iGaming Cloud Puzzle: We’ve Solved It
Joshua: Who in the iGaming ecosystem benefits from the cloud?
AWS Betting & Gaming Team: Beyond operators, game providers, aggregators and platforms, sportsbook platforms, affiliates and adtech companies (like Blexr, using analytics and real-time bidding), fraud and compliance firms, and CRM tools (FastTrack) all rely on AWS infrastructure. This enables them to build connected, scalable ecosystems that speed up innovation and improve player experiences.
AI & ML: The Next Big Play
Joshua: How can we implement automation?
AWS Betting & Gaming Team: Cloud isn’t just about infrastructure — it’s your AI accelerator. Customers are using AWS to build:
- VIP & Churn Prediction
- Next-Best-Action Campaigns
- Problem Gambling Detection
- GenAI Assistants - for players and team efficiency.
These tools drive engagement, personalization, and safer gaming — with team productivity close behind.
Your Next Level Starts Here
Joshua: Ready to take your iGaming business to the next level?
AWS Betting & Gaming Team: Cloud adoption in iGaming is no longer optional — it’s a strategic advantage. The biggest brands are already building their future on AWS. The question is: will you be ready to compete with them?
Whether you're scaling fast or entering new markets, AWS offers the tools, expertise, and industry alignment to get you there.
Learn how leading operators, affiliates, and tech providers are building the future of gaming on AWS or reach out to us directly — and unlock your next competitive edge.
Reach out to AWS Betting & Gaming team: aws-igaming-team@amazon.com

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Joshua Rawlings
I'm deeply rooted in the gaming industry, with a sharp focus on online casinos. My career spans strategy, analysis, and user experience, equipping me with the insights to enhance your gambling techniques. Let me guide you through the dynamic world of online gambling with strategies that win.

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Alejandro Dalby
I'm an experienced writer specializing in casino games and sports betting. My journey in the iGaming industry has equipped me with a deep understanding of gaming strategies and market trends. I'm here to share my insights and help you navigate the exciting world of online gambling.