Tom Light, founder and CEO of FIRST.bet, has been recognized on the 2026 ‘Emerging Leaders of Gaming 40 Under 40’ list, a distinction awarded by The Innovation Group in collaboration with Global Gaming Business and iGB. This prestigious recognition highlights his contribution to the global sports betting industry.
Recognition With Over 250 Global Nominations
The 2026 edition of this list received more than 250 nominations from professionals around the world. Light’s inclusion underscores the growing impact of B2B technology providers in transforming the sports betting sector on a global scale.
FIRST.bet’s Growth and Expansion
Born in Israel and based in Bulgaria since 2013, Light has led FIRST.bet’s growth into a company with more than 500 employees. The company operates from Sofia and Plovdiv, providing technological solutions to sports betting operators.
FIRST.bet specializes in providing B2B platforms with emphasis on speed, scalability, and dynamic pricing systems. Its technology covers thousands of daily events with hundreds of available markets, contributing to the development of live betting and mechanisms that have become industry standards.
Impact on Technological Innovation
The recognition of Light reflects how technology providers are gaining prominence in the sophistication of the global betting market. His work in innovation and platform development has influenced the way operators across different markets adapt their services to meet player needs.
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Originaria de Arequipa (Perú), Valeria Mendoza ha desarrollado su carrera en la intersección entre los contenidos, la tecnología y el marketing digital. Con experiencia en SEO y estrategia editorial, lleva más de ocho años ayudando a marcas online a crecer mediante contenidos basados en datos y una narrativa centrada en la audiencia.
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