Baltics
Shortlisted Companies Announced for BSG Awards and BTECH Awards (Riga, Latvia – 16-17 May)
The #hipthers and MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit (MARE BALTICUM) has announced the shortlisted companies for the BSG Awards and BTECH Awards, which will take place in Riga, Latvia, on May 16th and 17th.
The BSG Awards recognize the best in the Baltic and Scandinavian gaming industry, while the BTECH Awards honor the top tech companies in the region. The winners in each category will be determined by a final vote via a secret link by the attending delegates of the conference.
“We are thrilled to announce the shortlisted companies for the BSG Awards and BTECH Awards,” said Zoltán Tűndik, Co-Founder and Head of Business at HIPTHER Agency.
“These companies represent the best of the best in the Baltic and Scandinavian gaming and tech industries. We look forward to seeing who will come out on top in each category.”
The winners of the BSG Awards and BTECH Awards will be announced in the afternoon of May 16th at the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit. For more information on the event and to register, please visit the official website.
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The shortlisted companies for the BSG Awards are as follows:
(you can also find the shortlist here: https://hipther.com/events/riga/awards/)
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If your company is among the shortlisted companies, the organizers would like to extend an invitation for you to attend the conference and participate in the Baltic and Scandinavian Gaming Awards (BSG Awards) and the Baltic TECH Awards (BTECH Awards). As mentioned above, the winners in each category will be decided by a final vote via a secret link by the attending delegates of the conference, and the winners will be announced in the afternoon of 16 May.
This conference promises to be a unique opportunity to engage with key industry players, learn about the latest trends and innovations in gaming and technology, and to network with peers and potential clients. The #hipthers are confident that your participation will be valuable to both your company and the wider industry.
You are encouraged you to register for the conference as soon as possible to take advantage of early-bird discounts and secure your attendance. Please note that attendance is limited and the organizers expect high demand, so they encourage you to act quickly to avoid disappointment.
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The HIPTHER team is looking forward to welcoming you to the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit and wish you the best of luck in the upcoming awards.
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Through the agreement, Optibet now offers over 70 of Evoplay’s premium slot titles to its customers in both markets, including popular games such as The Greatest Catch Bonus Buy, Elven Princesses, and Fruit Super Nova.
Optibet, part of global gaming giant Entain, is a trusted operator across the Baltics, providing Evoplay with a solid foundation to grow its presence in the region.
This exclusive partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to delivering top-tier gaming experiences and increasing engagement within these key markets.
Ihor Zarechnyi, CBDO at Evoplay, said: “We’re thrilled to partner with Optibet, a trusted name across the Baltics, to bring our games to players in Lithuania and Estonia.”
“This collaboration marks an important step in our commitment to expanding in regulated markets and offering tailored experiences that resonate with local audiences.”
Janis Bariss, Entain Head of Gaming Baltics & Nordics, said: “Optibet is dedicated to providing our players with the best in gaming entertainment and partnering with Evoplay allows us to deliver an exciting range of content that adds real value to our portfolio.”
“Evoplay’s innovative approach and diverse game selection will be a fantastic addition to our online casinos in Lithuania and Estonia, and we’re looking forward to seeing the impact it has on our audience.”
The post Evoplay expands Baltic presence with new Optibet collaboration appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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The amendments to the Gaming Law, passed with 73 votes in favour and one abstention, will introduce a ban on gambling advertising starting in July 2025. Exceptions will apply to sports competitions and events, as well as sports sponsorships and broadcasts of sports competitions, which will have a transitional period until January 1, 2028.
Next year’s budget for the Media Support Fund earmarks an additional 4 million euros to compensate media organisations for lost advertising revenue.
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The post Lithuania to Ban Gambling Ads appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
iDenfy, an AI-powered identity verification, compliance and fraud prevention solutions provider, has partnered with Confindo, a leading provider of IT solutions specialising in customer relationship management (CRM) tools for group companies and external partners. This collaboration will help Confindo manage third-party risks and ensure proper fraud and breach prevention while building a seamless and secure verification experience.
The rise in digital transactions has made robust security measures more critical than ever. With security challenges like forged documents and synthetic identities, particularly in the financial and lending sectors, companies increasingly seek advanced solutions to protect their customers. Spending on information security and risk management products and services is expected to grow by 14.3% this year, reaching more than $215 billion. However, many companies operating in the financial sector see fraud as a top priority on the list, where even a single breach can have significant legal and reputational consequences.
Confindo, a dominant player in the consumer lending market since 2018, recognised the importance of securing its platforms against potential threats. Brands under the “Confindo” name, like Lenders, Bancovo, Comparar Prestamos mainly serve as intermediaries for consumer lending services. Consequently, the business is best known for representing over 20 banks and creditors in Lithuania and processing more than 10,000 inquiries monthly. As the business experienced a high volume of requests and new registrations, it required a new trusted Know Your Customer (KYC) vendor to help safeguard its operations, especially in this expansion stage across Europe.
According to Confindo, its recent operations in Latvia and upcoming launches in two new markets also showed a need for extra automation measures in its customer onboarding process. Before partnering with iDenfy, the IT and financial service provider aimed to build a conversion-optimised verification workflow that could remove the hassle around the application onboarding process. Among several identity verification providers, Confindo selected iDenfy for its reliable and efficient identification verification solution. The new software, already trusted by other platforms under Confindo’s management, stood out for its smooth integration with existing systems and provided a comprehensive global document base for more efficient scaling into new markets.
iDenfy’s ID verification solution is designed to automatically recognise, verify and extract information from over 3000 identity documents across 200 countries and territories. This comprehensive approach helps Confindo ensure that all possible safety measures are in place to prevent fraudulent loans, a key concern in the rapidly growing consumer lending sector.
It is worth mentioning that iDenfy is ranked as the top 1 identity verification solution in customer satisfaction on G2, boasting an average of 4.9 stars and over 70 reviews in 2024. This recognition underscores iDenfy’s commitment to providing high-quality, reliable services and prioritizes online user identification security.
“We chose iDenfy because their solution is not only trusted and tested but also perfectly aligns with our commitment to ensuring the highest level of security for our customers,” said Eitautas Bartuškevičius, CEO of Confindo.
Domantas Ciulde, CEO of iDenfy, said: “We’re thrilled to collaborate with Confindo in their mission to enhance security within the consumer lending space. By integrating our ID verification solution, we’re helping them create a safer, more reliable platform for their users across multiple countries.”
The post iDenfy Partners with Confindo to Enhance Security and Prevent Loan Fraud appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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