Conferences in Europe
Special panel discussion focusing on the Ukrainian gambling industry at #EGC2020VE
Highly informative panel discussion about the Ukrainian gambling industry has been added to the agenda at European Gaming Congress VE (Virtual Edition).
Little over 2 months ago, the Ukrainian gambling industry had a landmark moment for both the international betting industry and for liberalizing the economy.
“We’re currently seeing history in the making. In short, the Ukrainian gambling industry is coming back. While gambling peaked at almost $1.4 billion in revenue in 2008, the state monopolized the market into lotteries in 2009, making it the only legal form of gambling – and prohibiting anything else” were the words of Vladimir Malakchi, CBDO at Evoplay Entertainment, in a recent interview (read in full here)
Ukraine’s new gambling legislation would allow the functioning of ground casinos in five-star hotels in the capital city of Kyiv and four-star hotels in regions. The license fee for Kyiv would be $ 2 million for hotels with a capacity of more than 150 rooms and $ 1 million for hotels with a capacity of over 100 rooms but less than 150 rooms.
All-star hotels above three stars can host slot machine facility. The license fee for slot machines would be $ 250000 and $ 100 per month for each slot machine. The facilities can use 50-250 machines with a single license.
Online casinos too will be permitted. The license fee would be $ 230000 or $ 1.150 million for 5 years for one website.
Both online and offline bookmaking activities also will get the nod. The license will cost $ 1 million a year plus $ 500 per month.
As with every newly regulated market, there is information that needs to be digested and this is why we have decided to include a special dedicated panel about the Ukrainian gambling industry at the upcoming European Gaming Congress.
The virtual edition of European Gaming Congress 2020 is taking place between 6-7 October and gathers top names of the gaming industry who will present their insights to create Europe’s largest gaming compliance gathering.
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The conference covers +28 jurisdictions and as mentioned above, Ukraine is among them with a dedicated panel.
During the “GAMING REPORT: UKRAINE SPECIAL” panel discussion, you have the opportunity to hear more about how to apply for a license, what are the insights about the market, and more by the panelists under the moderation of Andrius Gabnys (Attorney At Law – Gabnys Law Firm).
The panel will be joined Ievgeniia Derbal (Chief Legal Officer at Parimatch), Vladimir Malakchi (CBDO at Evoplay Entertainment), Sergii Romanenko (Chief Operating Officer at GGPokerok.com), Dainis Niedra (Managing Director Central & Eastern Europe at Enlabs), and Artem Kuzmenko, MBA (Partner at ETERNA LAW).
You can find more details about the speakers’ and moderator bios below.
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Ievgeniia Derbal – Chief Legal Officer at Parimatch
Evgenia is Head of Legal for Parimatch, and is responsible for the coordination of the legal function at Parimatch Holding. Evgenia is based at Parimatch’s head office in Cyprus, and is responsible for corporate structuring, tax planning, building commodity – cash flows, protecting the intellectual property of the Holding and coordinating with legal teams at local offices.
Evgenia’s expertise is in gambling taxation, intellectual property rights, and regulatory compliance. For seven years, she led Konnov and Sozanovsky’s tax practice and most recently, was Head of Legal at Media Group FILM.UA, where she was responsible for building and coordinating a team of 20 lawyers.
Evgenia has experience in the development of legislative and regulatory acts and has participated in public councils. Evgenia has diplomas in law and economics from the International Science and Technology University in Kiev.
A keen sportswoman, Evgenia enjoys skiing, snowboarding, wakeboarding, surfing, and windsurfing. She loves to travel, and spend as much time as possible with her family and two-year-old son.
Vladimir Malakchi – CBDO at Evoplay Entertainment
Heading up Evoplay Entertainment’s rapidly expanding global presence, Vladimir Malakchi has been key to the studio’s outstanding success in 2020 as it continues to go from strength-to-strength as one of the industry’s most revolutionary suppliers.
A start-up entrepreneur at heart, Malakchi has brought a wealth of experience to Evoplay Entertainment since joining the company earlier this year, having successfully scaled multiple early-stage companies across the tech space, including one of the world’s top five blockchain developers.
Ready to offer his insights on all things global and Ukraine, he holds an extensive track record across the country’s venture capital and investment environment, having guided multiple firm through the product development and strategic development process – raising in excess of $60 million.
Sergii Romanenko – Chief Operating Officer at GGPokerok.com
He has been in the gambling & casinos industry, holding several operations and management positions since 2002. He focuses on the day-to-day administration and operation of the business and also responsible for product development. Now, Sergii helps GGNetwork, the world’s largest poker network, developing its business in Eastern Europe.
Dainis Niedra – Managing Director Central & Eastern Europe at Enlabs
15 years of international experience in the B2C gambling/gaming in Baltics and CIS countries. Now is a Managing Director for Central and Eastern Europe for the Baltics’ biggest online gaming operator Enlabs.
Artem Kuzmenko, MBA – Partner at ETERNA LAW
Mr. Kuzmenko has over 10 years of experience in the practice of corporate law and M&A, specializes in advising national and international companies.
He is a member of the working group of the Law on Legalization of Gambling Business in Ukraine.
Mr. Kuzmenko has extensive experience in corporate, commercial and regulatory matters related to the activities of companies in the food industry, telecom, pharmaceuticals, retail and financial services, IT, manufacturing companies. He has a broad experience in establishment and liquidation of the companies. He participated in international projects, provided corporate projects and M&A transactions, was responsible for project management, legal support at all stages, including preparation of project documentation and contracts, advising on corporate structure, support and legal support of the work of the food industry, metallurgy, mining companies and agricultural companies.
Mr. Kuzmenko was involved in the organization of the ‘due diligence’ and ‘vendor due diligence’ checks, as well as consulting in the field of real estate.
Prior to joining in ETERNA LAW Mr. Kuzmenko worked in “Prime” law firm.
Andrius Gabnys – Attorney At Law – Gabnys Law Firm
Andrius Gabnys is an attorney-at-law and a managing partner at Gabnys Law Firm, a legal boutique based in Vilnius, Lithuania, and Tallinn, Estonia. The Firm specializes in entertainment (gambling, media, arts) and technology (IT, cybersecurity) legal aspects. Andrius Gabnys has been working in the online gambling sector for over 10 years and focuses on the multijurisdictional licensing, IP and related matters. He has extensive experience dealing with the gambling authorities in Europe, CIS countries, Africa and South America.
HIPTHER, the organizer of premier boutique events for iiGaming and Technology across Europe, is thrilled to announce that all tabletop booth spaces for exhibitors and sponsors of the European Gaming Congress (EGC) are officially sold out.
Building on a legacy of success over the past eight years – and following a resounding 2023 edition – the European Gaming Congress has become one of the most popular industry conferences, bringing together key players and bright minds of iGaming, discussing cutting-edge trends and forging partnerships that shape the industry’s future.
In 2024, the Congress is set to make waves by embracing HIPTHER’s “Via Infinita” principles: it extends to a knowledge-packed 2-day Agenda, exploring Gaming Compliance, focusing on iGaming Operators and Affiliates, while expanding its horizons to Blockchain, Fintech, Marketing Communications, as well as Corporate Culture.
The growing success of the event has sparked increased interest from leading-edge and renowned companies alike. Notable B2B gaming brands, popular operators, cryptocurrency innovators, and forward-thinking investment funds are seizing the opportunity to showcase their brands and enrich their networks at EGC 2024.
Join us in Warsaw to connect with and learn more about:
- Promatic Games and Promatic Group
- Xanada Investments
- BET
- NSoft
- Zondacrypto
- Superbet
- LV Bet
- Nordic Gambling
- RM Legal
- Gaming in Poland
- Polish Chamber of Commerce for the Entertainment and Bookmaker Industry (PIGBRiB)
The EGC Conference series offers a perfect blend of intimacy and exposure, creating an ideal environment for networking and business development. With decision-makers from across the gambling, payments, technology, and compliance sectors, the event is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and allies – supporting your business needs, both external and internal.
Don’t miss the chance to connect with these dynamic brands and industry leaders at the European Gaming Congress 2024 in Warsaw, on 15-16 October!
Reserve your spot now: https://hipther.com/events/egc/regwarsaw/
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European iGaming Excellence Awards 2024: Online Voting Now Open – Cast Your Vote for the Shortlists!
HIPTHER is thrilled to announce that the online voting stage for the European iGaming Excellence Awards (EiGE Awards 2024) is now open to the public and for the iGaming industry professionals to vote, in order to determine the Awards Shortlists.
European iGaming Excellence Awards (EiGE Awards) 2024: Celebrating Industry Excellence
The European iGaming Excellence Awards (EiGE Awards) 2024 marks its second edition, hosted as part of HIPTHER’s annual European Gaming Congress. These prestigious awards spotlight outstanding contributions across the European iGaming sector, including online gambling operators, suppliers, testing laboratories, payment providers, affiliate programs, and industry innovators.
This year, the EiGE Awards are back, better than ever, and ready to celebrate every facet of iGaming excellence. We’re introducing new categories to recognize the contributions of industry leaders and influencers, as well as highlight creative achievements in areas like Company Launch, Marketing Campaign, Tech Innovation, and more!
Online Voting Process: When, How, Why
The Online Voting session for the EiGE Awards 2024 is now live and will be open from 8 August 2024 until 26 August 2024.
How to Vote:
- Visit the main Voting Page featuring all 16 categories: https://hipther.com/events/egc/eige-awards/
- You can vote for one or more categories, or for all categories.
- Each IP address is allowed one vote per category throughout the voting period.
What’s Next:
- The online voting stage will determine the Shortlisted Companies.
- The Preliminary Shortlists* will be announced on 1 September 2024.
- The final vote will take place at the European Gaming Congress, where event participants will cast their votes.
*The results from the online voting will produce Preliminary Shortlists. To finalize these shortlists, shortlisted companies must confirm their acceptance to attend the event as Finalists. Only those who commit to participating in the event will be officially included in the Final Shortlists.
Promote Your Vote – Rally Your Network!
During the online voting period, HIPTHER will be sharing reminders on social media, and we encourage you, our Nominees, to do the same!
Leverage your network and prompt your followers, colleagues, partners, and clients to cast their votes. Make the most of your social media channels, blogs, and any other media platforms to share the exciting news, highlight your achievements, and rally support from the industry.
Promoting Fair Play & Community Engagement
HIPTHER is raising the iGaming Awards standards by introducing the one-time-vote policy per category, while maintaining an open and democratic process that empowers the iGaming community.
To further enhance engagement, we’re introducing social share buttons for each category! After you vote, you can easily share your participation and encourage your network to vote as well. Rest assured, sharing doesn’t reveal your vote – it will just let people know you voted for a specific category in the EiGE Awards’ online voting session, urging them to follow your example.
Excelling Together!
We’re excited to see your enthusiasm and engagement as we celebrate excellence in the iGaming industry. Your participation in the online voting stage is crucial to recognizing and honouring the standout achievements within our vibrant community.
Thank you all for being a part of this journey, and best of luck to our esteemed Nominees!
Let’s make the EiGE Awards 2024 a remarkable event together!
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iGB L!VE has confirmed its’ status as iGaming’s fastest growing and most valuable business exhibition, with the last edition to be held in Amsterdam prior to the 2025 relocation to London attracting a record 9,788 visitors from 131 nations.
The unique attendance, which generated more than 20,400 show floor visits over the two exhibition days, represented a 35% year-on-year increase and was nearly double the 5,022 who were present at iGB L!VE 2022.
Reflecting on the historic event iGB Portfolio Director Naomi Barton said: “This was the best possible way to say a massive thanks to the team at the RAI Amsterdam for all of their fantastic support and their contributions in helping to ensure iGB L!VE’s status as the most popular and valuable showcase for the international iGaming industry.
“I am delighted that industry professionals turned out in record numbers to participate in what was the biggest ever edition of iGB L!VE, delivering over 300 exhibitors and sponsors.
“The world-class exhibitor line-up was complemented by high profile features including the first iGB L!VE LaunchPad which was won by Match Hype whose product focused on delivering AI driven videos for sports matches and iGB ASCEND, iGB L!VE’s mentoring and leadership initiative aimed at supporting women early in their gaming careers.
“The first Sustainable Gambling Zone showcased the latest thinking on safer gambling, and the 21 session Conference Program featured over 50 thought leaders and industry disrupters.
“Highlights of the Conference Program included an opening address from Michel Groothuizen, the recently appointed chair of the Dutch regulator Kansspelautoriteit, an Operator Key Note delivered by Sam Sadi, CEO of LiveScore Group and a presentation by Travis Geiger, CXO and Co-Founder of LA-based sports betting marketplace and affiliate WagerWire.”
Looking ahead to iGB L!VE’s relocation to London, Naomi Barton added: “There’s no doubt that we are moving to ExCeL London in the best possible shape having set new records across the board.
“Our vision is to take the show to a whole new level as the industry continues to scale. By 2028 we aim to grow iGB L!VE to 30,000 visitors and 550+ exhibitors and sponsors. We are working in partnership with an industry Advisory Board, made up of the most influential and pioneering stakeholders In order to realise the show’s vision.
“The new home at ExCeL London has established a fantastic track record of helping events to fulfil their potential and all of the building blocks are in place for iGB L!VE to achieve the type of growth targets that our stakeholders want, as well as delivering on the business value that they need.”
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