Following their recently announced partnership this webinar brings together Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management, and Oliver Lietz, CEO of nanocosmos. Together, they explore the evolving iGaming ecosystem from classic live casinos and sports betting to emerging trends like influencer-driven content. Touching base on emerging regions, the session offers a global perspective on iGaming, seen through the lens of a trusted real-time streaming provider.
Drawing from 25+ years of experience in the video tech space, Oliver highlights why nanoStream has become a trusted solution in iGaming since 2015. He discusses real-world client use cases, core technical requirements for success, and forward-looking trends like AI-powered streaming and social interactivity.
Let’s dive into what is behind the secret of real-time streaming of interaction and engaging like being present, its challenges and current opportunities: You can watch it here or read our summary below.
It All Starts with The Use Case, Live Dealer Casinos
Monetizing interactive content begins with one of the most powerful use cases in iGaming: Live Dealer Casinos. Operators and platform providers often come to nanocosmos asking, “How can we bring this experience online, globally, and in real time?”
It starts with a simple setup—a dealer at a physical table, either in a studio or land-based casino. Using a single camera feed, our platform enables that real-world scenario to be streamed instantly and reliably to a global audience—on any device, anywhere.
From Live Dealer to Sports Betting: Why Real-Time Video Is Key
Whether it’s live dealer casinos, microbetting, or sports betting, they all share one essential requirement: real-time video that enables seamless, immersive, and interactive experiences. The goal is to make every interaction feel immediate and personal—as if the player is right at the table.
However, this real-time interactivity isn’t just about engagement—it’s about driving revenue. In live casino environments, players engage directly with dealers; in microbetting, users place rapid-fire bets throughout the game; and in sports betting, dynamic in-game moments create new opportunities for monetization through interactive elements.
New Trends: Influencers & Audience-Driven Content
A growing number of operators are tapping into new content formats to boost engagement and revenue—leveraging influencers, game highlights, and interactive live shows.
One standout use case comes from nanocosmos’ customer Highlight Games, who transform existing premium sports content into new game experiences with fast-paced betting options. This allows operators to reuse and monetize content, while creating microbetting moments that drive continuous user interaction.
At the same time, influencers and social media personalities are playing a bigger role in building trust and engagement.
The Tech Behind the Experience: Reliable, Real-Time, and Built for Scale
At the heart of nanocosmos’ solution is a 100% stable, 24/7 global infrastructure, built to support real-time streaming at scale even under challenging network conditions. The secret sauce behind it is a combination of features. The platform automatically adapts video quality based on the viewer’s connection, ensuring seamless experiences across all devices. With automated failover, targeted zero downtime, and an ultra-lightweight player that runs in any browser, it is about achieving reliability and responsiveness required for high-stakes environments.
Security, Compliance & AI: Meeting Evolving Expectations
As real-time streaming scales globally, security and compliance have become more important. Operators face increasing risks—from misuse to targeted attacks—and need tools that can detect threats, prevent breaches, and protect user data. Compliance requirements are equally critical and vary by region and use case—whether in gaming, enterprise, or beyond.
Looking ahead, Oliver states, nanocosmos is embracing AI-driven tools, already in use for automated transcription, translation, and accessibility—adding value not only for gaming operators but also for corporate and training environments.
A Client-Centered Approach
nanocosmos’ focus on building strong, transparent relationships with clients, from the first product trial to full-scale deployment has been successful in providing access, visibility, and collaboration. With integrated metrics and analytics platform nanocosmos’ clients have real-time insights into performance—by region, device, or potential system issues empowering them to make informed decisions.
Global Reach: Growth in Emerging Markets
Emerging markets are playing a key role in shaping the future of interactive streaming. Each region brings its own opportunities and innovation. In Brazil, the iGaming sector is expanding rapidly, with both local innovators and international operators entering the space.
In Africa, the landscape is diverse—ranging from well-established, regulated markets like South Africa to fast-developing regions such as Nigeria, Tanzania, and Kenya.
Meanwhile, Asia remains a vital hub, particularly in Central and East Asia, where large audiences and strong operator demand make it a strategic region for growth.
Looking Ahead: Always Innovating
As the industry evolves, so do the challenges and opportunities. One key focus at nanocosmos is to avoid stagnation by continuing to push boundaries and embrace innovation at every level.
From new devices and protocols to rising audience expectations, we’re adapting step by step—introducing technologies like Media over QUIC (MoQ) to boost reliability, especially in poor network conditions.
The future of real-time streaming lies in delivering scalable, stable, and interactive solutions that keep pace with a digital world shaped by influencers, engagement, and instant impressions. For nanocosmos, that means staying agile, thinking ahead, and always being ready to deliver what makes their clients perform better.
