Payhound will be attending the EGR Power 50 Summit next week, joining leading operators and industry stakeholders at a time when payment infrastructure is becoming increasingly strategic across iGaming.
The conversation around crypto and stablecoin payments has evolved. Interest is established, but the focus has shifted towards practical implementation. Tier 1 operators in particular are now assessing how these payment methods can be introduced in a way that supports existing systems, aligns with regulation, and delivers measurable operational value at scale.
At the same time, player expectations are changing. A growing segment of users now expects faster, more flexible payment options that are not restricted by traditional banking rails. Instant deposits, the ability to move funds across borders without friction, and the option to use digital assets are becoming part of what players look for. Operators need to respond directly to these expectations and ensure their payment experience reflects how players want to transact.
Crypto offers clear advantages in this context. Faster transactions, improved cross border capabilities, and access to a broader player base are well understood across the market. However, for larger operators, the complexity sits in what happens after acceptance. Conversion, settlement, and integration into treasury processes remain critical considerations, particularly within regulated European environments.
As a MiCA licensed provider, Payhound enables operators to accept crypto and stablecoin payments while settling directly in fiat. This removes the need to manage digital assets internally, ensuring a consistent and predictable financial model while still expanding payment capabilities. For operators managing high volumes across multiple jurisdictions, this approach is key to maintaining control while introducing new payment rails.
At the summit, Payhound will also be hosting a roundtable discussion:
Crypto Payments: What’s Holding Tier 1 Operators Back?
The discussion will focus on what is genuinely holding Tier 1 operators back from adopting crypto and stablecoin payments within a European context. It will explore MiCA awareness, the gap between regulation and real market readiness, and whether barriers are regulatory, operational, or internal. The session will also challenge perceptions around crypto players and examine what would need to change for operators to move from interest to practical implementation without added complexity.
Elton Dimech, Managing Director at Payhound, commented:
“The interest in crypto is clearly there, particularly among larger operators. At the same time, player behaviour is shifting. Users expect faster and more flexible ways to move funds, and operators need to align with that while ensuring everything works within their existing operational and regulatory frameworks.”
This reflects a broader shift across the industry. The conversation is moving away from experimentation and towards structured adoption, where infrastructure, compliance, and operational fit are prioritised. For Tier 1 operators, the focus is on integrating solutions that work at scale while meeting evolving player expectations.
The EGR Power 50 Summit provides an opportunity to move these discussions forward. Payhound looks forward to engaging with operators and contributing to a more practical understanding of crypto and stablecoin payments in iGaming.
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