IPS marked its 40th anniversary at the Premios Expojoc awards in Valencia, with CEO Francesc Folguera emphasising trust-building and AI's transformative potential for the gaming sector.
Apr 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Gaming technology provider IPS commemorated its 40th anniversary at the Premios Expojoc awards gala, held at the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias de Valencia. The celebration brought together leading professionals from across the gaming sector.
During his keynote address, Francesc Folguera, CEO of IPS, reflected on the company's trajectory and its close relationship with the gaming industry throughout these four decades. He emphasised the crucial role played by operators, manufacturers and other sector stakeholders in driving collective evolution.
"Durante estos 40 años hemos tenido la suerte de evolucionar junto al sector, acompañando a los operadores y adaptándonos a cada momento."
— Francesc Folguera, CEO of IPS
Folguera highlighted that while technology has always been a fundamental axis in IPS's development, the relationships built over time have proven equally valuable in sustaining long-term success.
The IPS chief executive stressed that longevity in the gaming technology sector requires more than technological advancement alone.
"Cuarenta años no se construyen solo con tecnología; se construyen con confianza."
— Francesc Folguera, CEO of IPS
He emphasised the importance of collaboration between all sector actors, noting that innovation has been driven by manufacturers and operating companies working together in an environment that has enabled consistent progress.
A particularly notable moment during the presentation saw Folguera invite the IPS team present at Expojoc to join him on stage, sharing the recognition and highlighting the value of the people within the company.
Gaming Technology Sector Dynamics
The gaming technology sector operates as an interconnected ecosystem where providers like IPS serve multiple roles beyond software development. These companies often act as systems integrators, compliance consultants, and operational advisors. The 40-year timeframe represents significant regulatory cycles, with providers needing to adapt to changing jurisdictional requirements across multiple markets while maintaining backward compatibility for existing operator installations.
Looking ahead, Folguera identified artificial intelligence as one of the major transformation vectors for the gaming sector, predicting that changes will become increasingly profound and accelerated.
"El futuro exige hacernos las preguntas clave sobre hacia dónde vamos."
— Francesc Folguera, CEO of IPS
IPS reaffirmed its commitment to continue supporting operators and sector companies through innovation, technology development, and solutions that enhance management capabilities while addressing future challenges with confidence.
IPS's four-decade milestone reflects the broader maturation of gaming technology infrastructure. As operators navigate increasingly complex regulatory environments and technological shifts, providers with established track records offer stability amidst rapid AI-driven transformation. The emphasis on trust-building over pure technology advancement suggests successful vendor relationships will require deeper operational understanding and collaborative development approaches in coming years.
According to AzarPlus.
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