OneHazel Triumphs at The NEXT Pitch Conference
OneHazel’s Innovative Integration Solution Impresses Judges
OneHazel, an emerging gaming startup, has been honored as the winner of The NEXT Pitch event. This victory awarded the company a valuable EUR 25,000 event package to participate in the NEXT Summit Valletta 2027.
Streamlining Supplier Integration with AI Technology
OneHazel offers a comprehensive platform designed to dramatically accelerate the integration process for gaming operators. What typically takes months can now be accomplished within minutes thanks to their use of advanced AI agents. These intelligent systems handle every stage of integration without causing engineering delays or requiring ongoing client maintenance.
This AI-driven approach ensures continuous uptime and seamless operations, helping operators avoid revenue loss associated with technical disruptions.
The NEXT Pitch Judging and Decision
The NEXT Pitch provides an opportunity for startups to present their innovations to a panel of seasoned judges. The evaluation focuses on the passion of the founders, the profitability of the concept, and potential return on investment. Among several competitors, the judges selected OneHazel as the standout winner based on these criteria.
Recognition and Support at NEXT Summit Valletta 2027
As part of the prize, OneHazel received an event package including three full access passes, an exhibition booth, and promotional banners on NEXT.io. This support is poised to enhance the company’s visibility within the industry and fuel its growth trajectory.
Founder’s Perspective on the Win
Keith Zammit, OneHazel’s founder and CEO, expressed how meaningful the win is for his team. He highlighted that gaining recognition from operators, investors, and peers who truly understand industry challenges is especially rewarding.
“Winning The NEXT Pitch in front of a room full of operators, investors, and fellow founders means a great deal because this is an audience that knows exactly where the pain sits.”
Keith Zammit, founder & CEO, OneHazel
Zammit also noted that the concept of integrations being a “silent cost” in the iGaming sector resonated strongly with the jury. By reducing integration time from months to mere minutes, OneHazel offers a transformative solution that everyone recognized as a game-changing advancement.
