iGaming Daily Ep 632: Control is King: Vyking CEO on Building the 'Linux' of iGaming
Oct 24, 2025
Franz Gerhart, CEO of Vyking, leads a platform provider focused on giving operators more control and flexibility in the iGaming space. He discusses Vyking's framework-first approach, arguing that a one-size-fits-all model stifles creativity. Franz highlights their modular solutions—Core, Edge, and Flex—optimized for various operator needs. He emphasizes the crucial role of real-time data access for personalizing player experiences. The conversation challenges legacy systems and illustrates how Vyking is designed to empower operators.
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Open Platform Over Vendor Lock-In
- Vyking positions itself as an open, non-locking platform that gives operators control rather than vendor lock-in.
- Franz Gerhart compares Vyking to Linux: invisible core, open architecture, and self-service for operators.
Own Your Front-End Repository
- Take our website reference implementation in source code and build your own user experience disconnected from vendor roadmaps.
- Receive perpetual updates to component libraries while retaining full control of your front-end.
Polymorphic Templates Stall Growth
- One polymorphic template for all markets is a recipe for slow backlog-driven development and poor fit.
- Franz argues multiple operator teams working in parallel scale much faster than a single template serving thousands of diverse needs.