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CEEGC Budapest brings back the magic to the CEE and Balkans region with the 2022 comeback conference
CEEGC Budapest and CEEG Awards shine again as comeback event brings magic back to the region
Two weeks ago, on 16 September, industry experts of the CEE and Balkans region gathered in Budapest for the 7th edition of the Central and Eastern European Gaming Conference (CEEGC). The conference was held at its now traditional location, The Ritz-Carlton in Budapest, and the participants enjoyed quality learning and networking sessions throughout the day.
The team at Hipther Agency would like to thank the excellent support of the conference sponsors: Nordic Gambling, Endorphina, UltraPlay, Oddin.gg, Global Bet and NETSHOP ISP.
There have been many hand-shakes, business cards exchanges, hugs, and smiling faces in Budapest during the event and you can find the full photo gallery at the following link: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjA7Vif
The panel discussions approached regulatory, tax, and operations in markets such as Hungary, Romania, Czechia, Poland, Bulgaria, Montenegro, Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Sweden, Denmark, and Ukraine.
The experts who joined the panel outlined some of the main aspects of each market and here are headlines:
Czechia: “The first step was made, but the improvement will take time.” – Petr Kozák – IFGR Lawyer and Secretary General
Hungary: “It will be a very tricky position for new online gaming operators.” – Gábor Helembai – Counsel in the Corporate Practice Group of the Budapest office of TaylorWessing
Romania: “The good news in Romania is that the law is going to change and hopefully it will change for the benefit of the operators.” – Dan Iliovici – Vice President at Rombet
Romania: “Taxes are really high in the iGaming industry. That’s the bottom line.” – Andrei Cosma – Managing Associate at SIMION & BACIU
Sweden: “We [Sweden] are going from a left-wing government to a centre-right-wing government, so I am expecting some changes.” – Gustaf Hoffstedt – Secretary-General at the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling
Denmark: “We really find these regulatory steps [in Denmark] counterproductive.” – Stephan Normann Østergaard – Nordic Gambling team Denmark
Poland: “I’d like to debunk some of the myths saying that it is difficult to enter the Polish market.” – Marek Plota – Founding Attorney at RM Legal & Gaming In Poland
Ukraine: “I’ve heard some good things about Poland. (…) We [Evoplay] are looking to enter Sweden and Denmark as well.” – Vladimir Malakchi – Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Evoplay Entertainment
Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina: “I believe, the biggest problem we have is the education of the players. (…) That’s also why land-based casinos are so popular.” – Lazar Miučin – CEO and Co-Founder of iGaming Advisor
Serbia, Montenegro: “There is a similar political uncertainty in Montenegro as well. There is a big chance that after the potential elections, the situation will be the same as now, which means the same parties would have to negotiate.” – Luka Popović – Partner at BDK Advokati
Bulgaria: “Despite the new players on the [Bulgarian] market, the competition is still very low.” – Silviia Baykoucheva – Senior Compliance Officer at Amusnet Interactive
The technological advancements of the online gaming industry: “We need to understand where this [AI, NFT, Crypto, Blockchain] is going (…) and how it will effect us.” – Robert Dowling – Chief Commercial Officer at GlobalBet
The technological advancements of the online gaming industry: “It is very likely that crypto will be regulated in some form, and players will understand that it is not anything illegal. (…) Once that happens, the industry will experience a new boost.” – Péter W. Szabó – CEO of AceTech
The technological advancements of the online gaming industry: “[In eSports] most of the betting volume (86%) comes in live. (…) The prize pools of eSports are coming to match normal sports.” – Vladan Blagojevic – Oddin.gg’s Marketing Project Manager
Responsible Gaming: “I think we should let the academics sit down and work out a system that provides information [on problem gaming] that is beyond any doubt.” – Dan Iliovici – Vice President at Rombet
Responsible Gaming: “Entain (…) is getting more and more involved in the prevention of problem gaming.” – Bill Pascrell, III – Partner at Princeton Public Affairs Group, Inc.
The video recordings of the panel discussions are available on-demand on HIPTHER TV. You can access it here: https://hipther.com/tv/premium-access-ceegc-budapest-2022/
– You can also order the 2022 full collection of conference recordings (4 conferences) and benefit from a substantial discount. You can find more details here: https://hipther.com/tv/premium2022/
“We are delighted about the outcome of CEEGC Budapest and being the final in-person event we host this year, I would personally like to thank all participants who joined us over the course of 2022 in Vilnius, Prague, and recently in Budapest. It has been a very busy year with many conferences colliding in several months, but it is important that the industry has evolved to a new level. We would also like to thank our media partners for the coverage throughout the year. We are looking forward to hosting our final virtual event this year, The HIPTHER FESTIVAL, and will soon announce the 2023 calendar with many new changes coming to our portfolio of in-person events and virtual meetups. So, watch this space for our upcoming announcements,” stated Zoltán Tűndik, Co-Founder and Head of Business at Hipther Agency
Besides the panel discussions and networking session, the winners of the 2022 edition at the CEEG Awards have also been revealed, after a final secret vote by the attending participants.
With all this been being said, the #hipthers are busier than ever and many new announcements will land soon in your inbox, social media channels, and news outlets.
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Soft2Bet, a leading casino and sportsbook platform provider, will be heading to Malta to attend the CasinoBeats Summit on 22-23 May, where it looks forward to meeting up with colleagues and partners.
The CasinoBeats Summit is a major conference that covers the latest iCasino developments in the online gambling industry. Bringing together leading operators, games studios and content aggregators at Malta’s Intercontinental Hotel, it is packed full with insightful panels, presentations and roundtables.
Soft2Bet recently celebrated the opening of a brand new office space at The Quad Central, one of Malta’s latest and most modern business complexes, and the summit is an ideal opportunity for CEO and founder Uri Poliavich and General Counsel David Yatom Hay to meet up with their Malta colleagues as they travel from the group’s headquarters in Cyprus.
Casino Beats 2024 speaking schedule
Uri and David will both be speaking at the event and will be joined by Malta-based, Chief Business Development Officer, Martin Collins.
– Keynote speaker: Uri Poliavich will be giving the keynote on 22 May at 12pm CET, where he will delve into the top performing product segments from a range of different industries, motivational engineering and how they could reshape the future of iGaming. – Panel discussions: Shortly after, at 2pm, Martin Collins will be discussing the impact of tech innovations on the iGaming industry and how they can be successfully transposed into online gambling, and on Thursday 23 May at 12pm David Yatom Hay will be taking part in the IMGL Masterclass panel, where he will discuss how iGaming businesses can best strategise to scale up, attract investment or establish exit options.
Commenting on the event, Martin Collins said: “The Casino Beats Summit is a fantastic opportunity to meet up and network with the leading iGaming firms in the industry. The conference content will be packed with invaluable insights and the expo space will feature some of the leading games studios and content aggregators. For Soft2Bet, it will also be a great time to welcome our Cyprus colleagues at our brand new Quad Central office space and celebrate the spirit of innovation that drives us and Malta’s iGaming industry forward.”
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Baltics
Hitting the Networking Jackpot: Iconic MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit Launch at Tallinn Olympic Park Casino
HIPTHER, leading event organizer and parent brand of online media outlets for Gaming and Technology, is thrilled to announce the iconic kick-off of their MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit at the flagship Olympic Park Casino!
The Welcome Meet, scheduled for 3 June 2024 from 18:30 to 22:00, promises to set the stage for an unforgettable experience! Attendees will gather at the renowned Olympic Park Casino, located in the heart of Tallinn at the Hilton Tallinn Park hotel, where the MARE BALTICUM Summit is scheduled to take place. This premier venue offers a stunning 1,600 square meters of Las Vegas-style entertainment and is open 24/7, ensuring a lively and engaging atmosphere for all participants.
Guests at the Welcome Meet will enjoy a stylish, warm reception with welcome drinks, snacks, a separate lounge area, and €10 play money to experience the casino’s exciting games. Olympic Park Casino boasts the city’s nicest cocktail bar and a comfortable lounge, along with 76 state-of-the-art slot machines from top manufacturers like IGT, Novomatic, and Aristocrat. The casino also features 14 table games, including Baccarat, Blackjack, Roulette, and various forms of Poker, with a 24-hour table hall, poker tournaments, multi-level jackpot systems, and a VIP room.
The #hipthers are proud to announce Olympic Casino and OlyBet as official Welcome Meet Sponsors of the MARE BALTICUM Summit 2024, and are excited to host the event at the prestigious and iconic venue of the Olympic Park Casino, setting the tone for an extraordinary summit promising insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and a deep dive into the future of gaming and technology.
Olympic Entertainment Group (OEG), the parent brand of Olympic Park Casino and online brand Olybet, is the leading sports betting and gaming services provider in the Baltics and operates casinos across Slovakia, Croatia, and Malta. With a presence in six countries and 145 casinos, OEG is renowned for its commitment to regulated markets and exceptional customer service.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to network in style with industry leaders and enjoy the luxurious amenities of the Olympic Park Casino. Register now for the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit 2024 and join us for an iconic kick-off in Tallinn!
For more information and to register, visit: https://hipther.com/events/tallinn/
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Itai Zak, a visionary iGaming executive with nearly two decades of experience in the online gaming industry, has been confirmed as a speaker at the annual CasinoBeats Summit in Malta from 21-23 May 2024. Zak will take a seat in an executive leadership panel, ‘Industry Trends and Future Predictions.’
Moderated by Martyn Elliott, the Project Director of SBC Media, the panel will center around the shift in consumer needs and the quest for more engaging and immersive experiences. It will delve into topics such as leveraging player trends and efficient strategies for 2024/2025, the integration of advanced technologies, responsible gaming, and exploring innovative game formats to captivate the next generation of players.
Itai Zak, currently serving as Executive Director for iGaming division of Digicode and is the former CEO of SBTech. Notably, Zak played a pivotal role in the successful growth and transformation of SBTech from a startup to an industry-leading provider of interactive sports betting solutions and services. His expertise in leading organizations through critical transition periods and delivering phenomenal financial results has garnered him recognition in the industry, including being named one of Gaming Intelligence’s ‘Hot 50’ on two separate occasions in 2016 and 2018.
Itai Zak states, ‘I’m thrilled to join this event, share insights, and exchange opinions and predictions with the experts in the niche. It’s a fantastic opportunity to collaborate and drive innovation forward in the gaming industry. I look forward to discussions and networking with fellow enthusiasts, as together, we shape the future landscape of gaming.’
Itai’s participation at the CasinoBeats Summit is anticipated to offer valuable insights and perspectives on the future of the iGaming industry, further solidifying Digicode’s position as a leading player in the gaming technology space.
The 6th edition of Casino Beats Summit will unite around 3,500 industry professionals, offering opportunities for business, education, and networking. The conference will cover the technical aspects behind casinos, game development, and player psychology. It will also feature separate tracks on leadership and affiliation, interactive SEO workshops, and roundtable discussions on some of the hottest markets in the industry.
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