Information security is a business enabler as well as a compliance necessity in the highly regulated iGaming sector of today. For Strive Gaming, a leading B2B provider of in-house developed gaming platforms, the transition to the updated ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard represented a strategic milestone.
Having already been certified to ISO/IEC 27001:2013, Strive Gaming entered 2025 with a clear goal: to upgrade to the 2022 standard while strengthening its security posture and maintaining the trust of partners, regulators, and customers worldwide.
To achieve this, Strive partnered with Kyte Global, a trusted cybersecurity and compliance specialist with extensive experience guiding companies through complex transitions in regulated industries.
A Strategic Move Beyond Compliance
For Strive Gaming, the transition to ISO/IEC 27001:2022 was more than a routine compliance update. It was a deliberate step toward:
- Seamlessly migrating to the latest version of the standard
- Embedding continual improvement within its Information Security Management System (ISMS)
- Reinforcing market differentiation through demonstrable security excellence
- Future-proofing compliance amid evolving iGaming regulations
By aligning security with strategic growth, Strive set out to elevate both operational resilience and market trust.
Challenges on the Path to 2022
Strive Gaming’s leadership team recognized that upgrading to the 2022 standard would present several challenges. These included:
- Adapting to revised standards — reviewing and updating ISMS controls, policies, and procedures without disrupting day-to-day operations.
- Integrating continuous auditing and improvement — embedding ongoing monitoring and improvement in a fast-paced, always-on business environment.
- Managing documentation at scale — maintaining clear, accessible, and up-to-date records across a rapidly growing organization.
- Protecting competitive advantage — ensuring certification continuity to maintain trust and leadership in a highly competitive sector.
Kyte Global’s Role: A Structured and Hands-On Approach
To ensure a smooth and efficient transition, Strive Gaming turned to Kyte Global for end-to-end guidance and technical support.
Kyte implemented a comprehensive roadmap that included:
- Internal Audit Program
Kyte helped establish a formal internal audit schedule, enabling regular reviews that went beyond certification requirements. This proactive approach created early visibility into areas for improvement. - Structured Transition to ISO/IEC 27001:2022
Kyte guided Strive through mapping differences between the 2013 and 2022 standards, revising risk management practices, and updating policies and controls to meet new requirements. - Ongoing Support and Advisory
Through continuous collaboration, Kyte provided regular touchpoints and follow-ups to ensure findings translated into measurable improvements. - Direct Alignment with the Certification Body
Acting as a bridge between Strive and the certification body, Kyte ensured all documentation, controls, and audit activities were fully aligned, minimizing risk and ensuring readiness.