Chess legend Magnus Carlsen, renowned by many as the greatest chess player of all time, is coming to Malta this May.

The Norwegian grandmaster will attend Next Summit: Valletta and will host the keynote iGaming Chess World Championships.

The chess legend, who is also a Betby ambassador, will first share insights on strategy, competition, and the parallels between chess and iGaming, followed by a high-energy chess tournament featuring top industry figures.

“It’s a great pleasure having BETBY’s brand ambassador Magnus Carlsen represent our brand and share his unrivalled expertise about the game of chess itself and its synergy with the iGaming industry,” said Leonid Pertsovskiy, CEO of BETBY.

“His strategic brilliance, deep analytical mindset, and competitive spirit reflect the very qualities that drive success in our field.”

“We are excited to have him share his insights, offering a fresh perspective on decision-making, risk management, and long-term strategy; principles that resonate deeply with both chess and iGaming. I’m positive that this will be a unforgettable experience to attending delegates.”

Carlsen is a five-time World Chess Champion, a five-time World Rapid Chess Champion, and an eight-time World Blitz Chess Champion.

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