Google App Summit 2023: A Glimpse into the Future of App Development
The Google App Summit 2023 recently concluded, leaving attendees with a renewed sense of energy and inspiration. The event, hosted at Google’s EMEA HQ in Dublin, brought together more than 300 successful content creators, app developers, and industry experts. Over three days, the summit explored key themes that are currently shaping the app ecosystem: Growth, AI tools, Privacy, and a Users-First Approach.
Here’s a closer look at some of the notable highlights and recognitions from the event.
1. Moovit: Sustainable Growth
Moovit, a Mobility as a Service (MaaS) solutions provider and the creator of the #1 urban mobility app, received the AdMobster Sustainable Growth Award for the second consecutive year. The award recognizes Moovit’s remarkable growth in revenue and user base, both in core markets and new regions. With over 1.5 billion users across 3,500 cities and six billion daily data points, Moovit’s impact on urban mobility is undeniable. Shai Zamir, Director of Monetization at Moovit, and Nicolas Rames, Ad Operations Manager at Moovit, attended the event to accept this prestigious award, showcasing their dedication to driving sustainable growth in the field of urban mobility.
2. Sofascore: Data and Insights
Sofascore, the highest-rated live score app with 23 million monthly active users, was honored with the AdMobster Data & Insights Award. Their innovative products, such as Sofascore Player Ratings and Heatmaps, have set them apart from the competition. Sofascore’s ability to translate raw data into appealing and intuitive insights has been instrumental in retaining users and maintaining their impressive ratings.
3. Matchingham Games: Rising Star
Matchingham Games, a game publishing company committed to making gameplay exciting and monetizable, was recognized as a rising star. Their focus on connecting gamers worldwide through creative and innovative games has catapulted them to success. With publishing collaborations across the globe, Matchingham Games is making its mark in the gaming industry.
Matchingham Games COO, Yusuf Olmus and Business Development Manager, Russell Brown represented the company, and CEO Fatih Haltas extended his heartfelt thanks to all team members who played a crucial role in this success.
4. Colossi Games: Thriving with Recent Launches
Colossi Games received the reward for their innovation, thriving with their recent launches, further affirming their position in the industry. Colossi Games is on a mission to revolutionize the Action RPG genre for mobile devices. Their passion for creating great games and their vast experience in online gaming have contributed to their success. With a dedicated team and a commitment to innovation, they are poised for greatness in the gaming world.
5. Burny Games: User Experience and Leveraging User Feedback
Burny Games, a Ukrainian product company specializing in Casual Puzzles, was honored for their outstanding user experience. Their game, Playdoku, saw a significant increase in mid-term retention (ret7+) through creative strategies such as introducing a Journey mode. Their dedication to improving player engagement based on user feedback has not gone unnoticed.
Burny COO Igor Palchyk was captured celebrating Burny’s first award with enthusiasm. Burny Producer Oleksandr Naukhatskij also shared insights about their winning strategy for Playdoku.
6. Dirtybit: Commitment to DEI and Belonging
Dirtybit, an award-winning game studio based in Norway, was recognized with the Google Partner Recognition DEI & Belonging Award. Their commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, both internally and for players, demonstrates their dedication to creating an inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is heard.The prestigious award was received by Anette Dahlstrøm Ståløy, Chief Marketing Officer at Dirtybit, adding to the studio’s achievements in promoting a sense of belonging and inclusivity.
7. APPS: Social Impact through Gaming
APPS, initially an outsource mobile app development team, transitioned into a game development company. They received the Social Impact Award for redirecting 80,000 people to NGOs through their games to support populations affected by a devastating earthquake in Turkey. This award highlights their dedication to leveraging gaming for a greater good.
The Google App Summit 2023 was not just an event for networking and insights but a celebration of innovation and excellence in the app development world. The accomplishments and recognitions of these app developers and creators showcase the potential for growth, innovation, and positive impact within the app ecosystem.
As the app ecosystem continues to evolve, it’s clear that these individuals and companies are at the forefront of shaping its future. We look forward to what the next edition of the Google App Summit will bring, and the exciting advancements that await in the world of app development.
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