iGaming Industry
Ukrainian Gaming Summit highlights new speakers and interview with the organizer
The organizers of the event are honored to announce some new speakers to the event which will take place on the 8th of December at Hyatt Regency Kiev.
The conference is an important event in the gaming calendar and it offers the unique opportunity for international and local operators to share their thoughts on a clear regulation with the local government officials who will be present at the event.
In an Exclusive interview given to Eastern European Gaming Media, Ms. Iryna Sergienko – CEO of the Ukrainian Gaming Industry Association and the organizer of the event – stated the following:
“Ukraine today has come to the crucial point in legalization of the gambling industry. There is more and more understanding that this business should be transparent and profitable for the investors, the State and society.
The Summit is designed as a platform where the experts, officials and businessmen from across the world can share their ideas and experience on how the gaming industry become legal, safe and properly regulated, so it can attract investors, generate revenues for the State budget and be consumer friendly and responsible.
Therefore, we organize this event in order to convert the public discussion into particular legislation framework.”
The interview can be read in full here.
The latest announced speakers and their short presentation:
Francesco Baranca (Chairman of Committee on Ethics and Fair Play of Football Federation of Ukraine)
Secretary General, FederBet (Austria & Belgium)Francesco Baranca is an expert in detecting fixed matches, who has revealed hundreds of matches featuring unfair players and teams over the years of his work.
Francesco is an Italian national who is the Secretary General of FederBet, an anti match-fixing organization based in Brussels.
He was head of the legal department of Stanleybet Malta Ltd. from 2001 to 2006, GoldBet Sportwetten GmbH from 2006 to 2009, and SKS365 GmbH from 2009 to 2013.
He has a Masters Degree in Law from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, in Milan.
He speaks Italian, English, French, Spanish and German.
Francesco has been newly elected as Chairman of the Committee for Ethics and Fair Play of the Football Federation of Ukraine.
Nadya Hambach (Lawyer at Velchev&Co)
Nadya Hambach is a specialized gaming lawyer advising for almost 15 years gambling companies doing business in Bulgaria and Eastern Europe.
She works in cooperation with Velchev&Co Law Offices in Sofia – a boutique law firm specialized in new technology law (telecommunications, banking, media, IT, Entertainment Law) and leads its Gaming and Entertainment Law practice Group.
Nadya is a recognised speaker at the most prominent international gaming forums and publishes regularly in key industry editions worldwide.
Zagrebelska Agiya (State commissioner of the Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine)
Previously Agia was a Deputy Head of the Department of the Judiciary and Legal Policy of the Presidential Administration of Ukraine and in 2014-2015 she was a First Deputy Head of the the State Executive Service of Ukraine.
Graduated the Donetsk Institute of Law in 2006 and National Academy of Internal Affairs in 2011 as a lawyer.
Zagrebelska holds a Ph.D. in Law.
Among the keynote speakers you will also find : Nina Yuzhanina (Member of the Verhovna Rada (Parliament), Head of the Committee on Tax and Customs Policy), Artur Palatnyi (member of the Verhovna Rada – Parliament, Chairman of the Committee on Family Matters, Youth Policy, Sports and Tourism), Serhiy Marchenko (Deputy Minister of Finances), Algidras Shemeta (Busines Ombudsman), Martin Britton (Managing Director GLI Europe), Vadim Misura (General Director of All-Ukrainian Union on Bookmaking Development), Zoran Puhac (Secretary-General of the European Organization for Gaming Law), Elena Botvinnikova (Casino expert) and many more.
Delegate pass price breakdown:
Advance Rate (25% Off): 312 EUR – Sales end on December 1
Regular Rate (no discount): 498 EUR – Sales end on December 8
You can register on the following link: https://ugs2017.com.ua/register-now/
Further details about the event can be asked by email [email protected] or by contacting Anton Avdeev (+38-050-144-0351)
About Ukranian Gaming Industry Association (organizer of the event)
The Ukrainian Gaming Industry Association (UGIA) was founded in August 2016.
The purpose of UGIA: Promoting of gaming industry in Ukraine according to the best international practices, drafting of forward legislative initiatives in gaming sphere, attracting investments into state’s economy, and developing gaming market on healthy competition basis.
MISSION AND VALUES: High quality standards of gaming services for the Ukrainian market, protection of rights of consumers and operators.…
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Supremeland Gaming, the emerging brand in American iGaming, announced the approval of an interim Supplier License in West Virginia, further solidifying its position as a key player in the rapidly expanding iGaming industry. This milestone marks the company’s third approval following the successful acquisition of the first approvals in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Supremeland Gaming is approved to operate under this interim license and is now authorized to offer its cutting-edge innovation to the Mountain State.
Supremeland’s game portfolio has garnered international appeal since its debut in November 2023. The innovative brand promises cutting-edge slot play, combining immersive storytelling, state-of-the-art graphics, and impressive bonuses.
Rickard Öhrn, CEO of Supremeland Gaming, said: “The acquisition of our interim Supplier License in West Virginia is a pivotal step in our journey, reflecting on our dedication to delivering innovative experiences to a broader audience. As we expand our footprint, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering, and we look forward to contributing to the vibrant gaming landscape in the Mountain State.”
Supremeland is gaining traction for its emerging portfolio of top-notch games, including Red Panda Rising and the international debut title, Munition Mine, underscoring its commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation in the iGaming industry.
Pragmatic Play, a leading content supplier to the iGaming industry, is continuing its momentum in the Latin American market, after signing an agreement to take its three biggest products live with Betsala.
The agreement will see Pragmatic Play’s full portfolio of award-winning Slot content go live, including recently released Slot titles Loki’s Riches and The Big Dawgs in addition to familiar player-favourites such as Sugar Rush and Gates of Olympus.
Betsala customers will soon gain access to Pragmatic Play’s Live Casino products upon integration being completed. The sector has been a focus for the provider over the previous 12 months with releases such as the dynamic Treasure Island game show which complements Pragmatic Play’s comprehensive range of casino classics such as Roulette, Mega Roulette, and Blackjack which are also available on the platform.
Completing the product offering is Pragmatic Play’s cutting-edge 3D renderings of popular sports such as horse and greyhound racing, football, and motorsports.
The latest LatAm development for Pragmatic Play sees it further boost its profile across the region where it has cemented its status as a leading supplier of casino experiences.
Victor Arias, Vice President of Latin American Operations at ARRISE powering Pragmatic Play, said: “Proving LatAm is still a key source of growth, Pragmatic Play is delighted to now count Betsala as another valued partner in the region.
“Pragmatic Play’s three leading products will soon be on the platform, and we look forward to even more players discovering its robust and engaging offering.”
Albert Bellavista, CEO at Betsala, said: “Pragmatic Play has built a stellar reputation across Latin America for its high-quality experiences, and we welcome them as our latest partner to bolster our offering and provide more thrills than ever.
“Most iGaming enthusiasts worldwide are already familiar with Pragmatic Play’s titles and we know the upcoming addition of its content will come with a great response from our players.”
Pragmatic Play, a leading content supplier to the iGaming industry, is set to make another appearance at a Latin American summit, at SAGSE LATAM in Buenos Aires.
Taking place across two days from March 20th-21st, the event sees iGaming professionals gather at Buenos Aires’ Hilton Hotel for the 32nd edition of the iconic exhibition.
SAGSE LATAM marks the second summit attended by Pragmatic Play in Latin America in 2024, with its new immersive proposal Pragmatic Play Experience, after an extremely successful exhibition tour in 2023, which saw the provider make inroads across the continent and impress industry representatives.
The gaming provider will be at Stand 120 to showcase its diverse portfolio, including Slots, Live Casino, Virtual Sports and Bingo content, alongside its brand-new Sportsbook solution.
In addition, Pragmatic Play will be a platinum sponsor of the event, highlighting the importance of such industry exhibitions and the vital role the leading provider plays in them.
Victor Arias, VP of Latin American Operations at ARRISE powering Pragmatic Play, said: “Pragmatic Play is proud to be a platinum sponsor of SAGSE LATAM and to be influential in shaping the future of the Latin American iGaming market. With a comprehensive multi-product offerings and solutions, it is poised to capitalise on the immense opportunities that the region presents.
“With an exciting range of panel discussions and interactivities that the conference brings, it is set to be yet another momentous date in the LATAM gaming calendar.”
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