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#MBGS2020VE announces Gustaf Hoffstedt, Secretary-General at the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling, among the speakers.

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3 years ago

April 27, 2020

Alex Marginean

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Virtual Edition of MARE BALTICUM Gaming Summit addresses global industry topics on the 7th of May.

With numerous gambling industry experts joining the panel discussions at the Virtual Edition of MARE BALTICUM Gaming Summit, we are taking time today to introduce you to Gustaf Hoffstedt, Secretary-General at the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling.

Gustaf Hoffstedt is the Secretary-General of BOS, the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling since January 2015. Among the association’s members are all major operators and suppliers that operate with a license inside the European Union, but outside of Sweden. Prior to joining BOS, Gustaf served as a Member of the Swedish Parliament for the Moderate party, and as vice mayor and chairman of the Social board in his constituency Gotland before that.

Gustaf has fought for the abolition of the Swedish gambling monopoly and the implementation of a licensing system for more than a decade. He is pleased to see that things currently appear to be moving in the right direction.

Gustaf resides in Uppsala with his wife Caroline, who serves as vice mayor in the municipality for the Social Democratic party – the traditional rival of Gustaf’s own party. In their leisure time, they enjoy hiking in the mountains of northern Scandinavia.

You can reach Gustaf via his social media accounts found here or you can hear his input on the important subjects the industry is facing during our virtual conference. Register now to book your seat!

By registering to the conference you are receiving access to the Virtual Conference Room and you can book your meeting with attending delegates in the Virtual Deal Room. The networking platform will be opened on the 23rd of April, giving you access to set meetings with prospects, partners, and experts.

The Virtual Edition of MARE BALTICUM Gaming Summit is the first announced virtual conference of the gambling industry and is part of the solutions we provide for quality networking and learning in the gambling industry.

For further inquiries about the speaking/attending/sponsoring options, make sure to send an email to Andrada Bota (B2B Sales Executive at Hipther Agency) or subscribe to the weekly newsletter on the following link.

For media-related inquiries, please contact Alex Marginean (Marketing Specialist at Hipther Agency).

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Draft agenda available for MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit 2023 (16-17 May – Riga, Latvia)

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1 day ago

February 2, 2023

Zoltan Tundik

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Draft agenda of the 2023 MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit is now available
Leading speakers from globally recognized companies confirmed
Discounted rate available until mid-March

The success of the MARE BALTICUM GAMING & TECH SUMMIT is guaranteed based on the results the team at HIPTHER Agency has seen in the past 7 years when connecting several industry stakeholders during their summits and meetups. Without any doubt, the #hipthers always strive to bring quality discussions for the audience.

In 2023, the 2-day event will feature even more forward-thinking discussions, bring quality compliance reports and share the latest market-related information from Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and more.

The event takes place at the luxurious Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga, and the delegates are invited to take part in an upgraded event that has always been considered as a must-attend conference in the region for many leaders.

The draft agenda is now available and the organizers invite you to register at the discounted rate that is available until 19 March.

Register here | View the program | Become a Sponsor

The draft agenda includes the following panels and topics:

Gambling Industry Spotlight: Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia
Blockchain in the Baltic region
Fintechs in the Baltic region and beyond
Gambling Industry Spotlight: Nordics
SEO for the Baltic region, localization and translation
Gambling Industry Spotlight: D-A-CH
Blockchain in gaming and the future of Web3
The opportunity and challenges of entering the Baltic
IMGL MasterClass
Marketing in the metaverse
VRevolution – XR, Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality
Responsible Gaming
AI at the tip of our fingers, changing the world rapidly
Esports, Sports Betting and Fantasy Sports in the Baltic and Nordic region
Slots, Gamification, game development, streaming by the masters
BSG Awards 2023 & BTECH Awards 2023

50 speakers are already confirmed, here are some of the names from the extensive list:

Rebecca Barbaro Sant – Founder at The Authentic Brief
Andrius Gabnys – Founding Attorney at Gabnys.Gabniene
Simon Planzer – Partner at PLANZER LAW
Gustaf Hoffstedt – Secretary-General at the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling
Morten Ronde – CEO at Danish Online Gambling Association and Managing Partner at Nordic Gambling
Karolis Gogaitis – General Manager at CBet.lt
Lolita Sumskaite – Head of Unit at Ministry of Finance, Lithuania
Kaido Ulejev – Commercial Director CEECA at Betsson Group
Dainis Niedra – Chief Operating Officer at Enlabs (part of Entain)
Saulius Racevicius – Board Member of the Fintech Hub LT
Signe Birne – Director of Lotteries and Gambling Supervisory Inspection of the Republic of Latvia
Joerg Hofmann – Partner at MELCHERS LAW
Sören Meius – Estonian Ministry of Finance
Viktoria Soltesz – Founder at PSP Angels
Rita McClelland – Principal Analysts at VIXIO
Daniel Gunba – Founder / CEO of NFT project TRIIONFT

Besides the speakers and moderator, the top decision-makers and business influencers are joining the key event of the Baltic and Nordic region during Spring time and be ready to gain access to a wealth of information while also enjoying some quality networking.

The event embeds the prestigious Baltics & Scandinavian Gaming Awards (BSG Awards) and newly launched Baltic TECH Awards (BTECH Awards) by the #hipthers. You can read more about it here.

C-level executives, compliance experts, government officials who are active in the iGaming, eSports, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, Virtual/Augmented/Mixed Reality, and many more are going to share their knowledge and are ready to meet you in Riga between 16-17 May 2023.

Participants also have the opportunity to explore the future by entering the metaverse via virtual reality goggles onsite during the show.

At the moment you can enjoy a substantial discount by opting to register early or opting for the Combo Pass (which includes 3 nights of accommodation at the official hotel). You can find more details here: https://hipther.com/events/riga/regriga2023/

As always, the team is continuing their initiative for a sustainable future are taking even more steps that directly impact the conservation of the planet’s ecosystem and biodiversity

Additionally, make sure to keep an eye on the European Gaming Quarterly Meetups, which also offer a virtual opportunity to stay up to date with the gaming industry throughout the year.

Hipther Agency is the parent brand of European Gaming, PICANTE, WireUp Zone, Gaming Americas, eSports Connect, the HIPTHER news app, and the WireUp networking app found on the Play Store.

To receive constant updates from the HIPTHER network and conference agenda updates, subscribe here: http://eepurl.com/hfyZxf

For sponsorship/speaking inquiries, make sure to reach out to Zoltan Tuendik (Co-Founder and Head of Business at Hipther) at [email protected]

For media-related inquiries, please contact Alexandru Marginean (Marketing Specialist at Hipther) at [email protected]

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Nominations period open for the BSG Awards 2023 & BTECH Awards 2023 (Riga, Latvia – 16-17 May)

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4 weeks ago

January 6, 2023

Zoltan Tundik

Reading Time: 3 minutes

The leading conference in the Baltic and Nordic region returning under a new format and title
Register to attend the live conference which will be held at Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga in Latvia between 16-17 May 2023
Nominations period is open for 2 prestigious awards

After announcing the registration kick-off for MARE BALTICUM GAMING & TECH SUMMIT, the #hipthers are ready and excited to announce that the nomination period for the BSG Awards (Baltic and Scandinavian Gaming Awards) and BTECH Awards (Baltic TECH Awards) are now open.

As announced earlier, by combining multiple industries that are already cooperating in certain ways, a new conference is born, the MARE BALTICUM GAMING & TECH SUMMIT.

The success of the MARE BALTICUM GAMING & TECH SUMMIT is guaranteed based on the results we have seen in the past 6 years when connecting several industry stakeholders during our summits and meetups.

The event, taking place at the Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga in Latvia, will feature 65 speakers, 300 attendees, 15 panels, two networking parties, and two award ceremonies.

To secure your seat and be part of this unique event, follow this link: https://hipther.com/events/riga/regriga2023/

The prestigious BSG Awards and the inaugural BTECH Awards

Nomination period: 01.01.2023 – 19.02.2023 (session is ongoing)
Online voting session: 01.03.2022 – 19.03.2022
Shortlist announcement: 03.04.2023
Final vote: 16.05.2023

To top all the talks, discussions, and networking opportunities, the organizers are also continuing the traditional Baltic and Scandinavian Gaming Awards (BSG Awards). You are invited to nominate your company in the following categories:

Baltics: Operators

Best Online Casino in the Baltics
Best Sports Betting Operator in the Baltics

Baltics: B2B

B2B Providers (Sports): Best eSports Service Provider in the Baltics
Best Fantasy Sports / Virtual Sports Provider in the Baltics
Rising Star in Baltic Fantasy Sports / Virtual Sports
Rising Star in Baltic Sports Betting Technology
Best Sports Betting Provider in the Baltics
B2B Providers (Casino): Best Online Casino Provider in the Baltics
B2B Providers (Casino): Best Slots Provider in the Baltics
B2B Providers (Casino): Best Live Casino Provider in the Baltics
B2B Providers (Casino): Rising Star in Baltic Online Casino Technology
Connected Services – Best Payment Service Provider in the Baltics
Connected Services – Best Testing Laboratory Provider in the Baltics
Connected Services – Best Hosting Provider in the Baltics

Nordics: Operators

Nordics: Best Online Casino in the Nordics
Nordics: Best Sports Betting Operator in the Nordics

Nordics: B2B

B2B Providers (Sports): Best eSports Service Provider in the Nordics
B2B Providers (Sports): Best Fantasy Sports / Virtual Sports Provider in the Nordics
B2B Providers (Sports): Rising Star in Nordic Fantasy Sports / Virtual Sports
B2B Providers (Sports): Rising Star in Nordic Sports Betting Technology
B2B Providers (Sports): Best Sports Betting Provider in the Nordics
B2B Providers (Casino): Best Online Casino Provider in the Nordics
B2B Providers (Casino): Best Slots Provider in the Nordics
B2B Providers (Casino): Best Live Casino Provider in the Nordics
B2B Providers (Casino): Rising Star in Nordic Online Casino Technology
Connected Services – Best Payment Service Provider in the Baltics
Connected Services – Best Testing Laboratory Provider in the Baltics
Connected Services – Best Hosting Provider in the Baltics

With the launch of the new format of the event, the #hipthers are launching a new yearly award that aims to reward the Baltic TECH companies for their achievements in the region.

The categories for the Baltic TECH Awards (BTECH Awards) are the following:

AI: Best Startup
AI: Rising Star
AI: Company of the Year
Blockchain: Best Startup
Blockchain: Rising Star
Blockchain: Company of the Year
Fintech: Best Startup
Fintech: Rising Star
Fintech: Company of the Year

You can nominate your company on the following link: https://hipther.com/events/riga/awards/

As always, the team is continuing their initiative for a sustainable future are taking even more steps that directly impact the conservation of the planet’s ecosystem and biodiversity

Additionally, make sure to keep an eye on the European Gaming Quarterly Meetups, which also offer a virtual opportunity to stay up to date with the gaming industry throughout the year.

Hipther Agency is the parent brand of European Gaming, PICANTE, WireUp Zone, Gaming Americas, eSports Connect, the HIPTHER news app, and the WireUp networking app found on the Play Store.

To receive constant updates from the HIPTHER network and conference agenda updates, subscribe here: http://eepurl.com/hfyZxf

For sponsorship/speaking inquiries, make sure to reach out to Zoltan Tuendik (Co-Founder and Head of Business at Hipther) at z[email protected]

For media-related inquiries, please contact Alexandru Marginean (Marketing Specialist at Hipther) at [email protected]

Conferences in Europe

Draft agenda available for Prague Gaming & TECH Summit 2023 (29-30 March)

Published

2 months ago

November 30, 2022

Zoltan Tundik

Reading Time: 4 minutes

Draft agenda of the 2023 Prague Gaming & TECH Summit is now available
Leading speakers from globally recognized companies confirmed
Early Bird rate available until the end of the year

The success of the PRAGUE GAMING & TECH SUMMIT is guaranteed based on the results the team at HIPTHER Agency has seen in the past 7 years when connecting several industry stakeholders during their summits and meetups. Without any doubt, the #hipthers always strive to bring quality discussions for the audience.

In 2023, the 2-day event will feature even more forward-thinking discussions, bring quality compliance reports and share the latest market-related information from Czechia, Slovakia, Poland, Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Hungary, and more.

The event takes place at the Vienna House Andel’s Prague between 29-30 March, and the delegates are invited to take part in an upgraded event that has always been considered as a must-attend conference in the region for many leaders.

The draft agenda is now available and the organizers invite you to register at the discounted Early Bird rate that is available until the end of the year.

The draft agenda includes the following panels and topics:

Gambling Industry Spotlight: Czech Republic
Gambling Industry Spotlight: Slovakia, Poland
Gambling Industry Spotlight: D-A-CH
Fintech in the CEE region and beyond

Fintech-bank partnerships
Emerging Risks in the Convergence of Payments and Commerce
The risks that are ahead for Fintech, increased exposure to regulatory requirements, sanctions, and legal actions
Thrive in a more regulated business environment

Blockchain in the CEE region and beyond

European Union wanting regulations on crypto
Digital Euro
Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA)
Blockchain for Supply Chain Transparency
Sustainability, and the blockchain

IMGL MasterClass
The opportunity and challenges of entering the US, iGaming market trends and global expansion
Preparing for Quantum Times

Quantum computing and Quantum technology

10. How is the technical SEO setup different for affiliates versus operators and what to watch out for?
11. VRevolution – XR, Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in their golden age
AI and automation, ethics and barriers

The Ongoing Democratization of AI
Generative AI
Ethical and Explainable AI
Augmented Working

Responsible Gaming
Marketing in the metaverse, how will Web3 and NFTs help define the future of iGaming and sporting events

NFTs – unlocking the potential of digital assets

Esports in the CEE region
The Slots Business, game development, streaming
Cybersecurity, a growing need

75 speakers are already confirmed, here are some of the names from the extensive list:

Claire Osborne – Vice President of Interactive, Inspired Entertainment
Hayley Brady – PARTNER, HEAD OF MEDIA AND DIGITAL, UK at Herbert Smith Freehills
Deborah Boecha – Founder and CEO at Onit Center
Viktoria Soltesz – Founder at PSP Angels
Ivana Flynn – SEO Director at ComeOn Group
Rita McClelland – Principal Analysts at VIXIO
Jose Uribe – Head of Innovation at All-in Global
Daniel Gunba – Founder / CEO of NFT project TRIIONFT
Conrad Bugeja – Group Head SEO at LeoVegas
Vadim Aidlin – Chief Executive Officer at Mamuta Media
Milorad Matejic – Director of SEO & Publishing at Gaming Innovation Group
Robert Lenzhofer – Co-Founder & CEO at Hölle Games
Dr. Arthur Stadler – Attorney and Founding partner at STADLER VÖLKEL Attorneys at Law
Alexis Wicén – CEO and Founder of Unibo and Scatters
Dimitris Panageas – Group General Counsel of KAIZEN GAMING
Marek Plota – Founding Attorney at RM Legal & Gaming In Poland
Amir Mirzaee – COO & Managing Director of Bayes Esports
Dr. Joerg Hofmann – Partner at MELCHERS LAW
Sönke Kirchhof – CEO at INVR.SPACE
David Stancel – CTO & CIO at Fumbi
Jakub Kolomicenko – Senior Compliance Officer at Kaizen Gaming
William J. Pascrell, III, Esq – Partner at Princeton Public Affairs Group, Inc.
Gustaf Hoffstedt – Secretary-General at the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling
Piotr Dynowski – Partner/Attorney at Law/Head of IP/Media/Tech&Comms Practice at Bird & Bird Poland

Besides the speakers and moderator, the top decision-makers and business influencers are joining the key event of the Central and Eastern European region during Spring time and be ready to gain access to a wealth of information while also enjoying some quality networking.

Participants also have the opportunity to explore the future by entering the metaverse via virtual reality goggles onsite during the show.

At the moment you can enjoy a substantial discount by opting for the Early Bird Rate when registering your Delegate Pass or opting for the Combo Pass (which includes 3 nights of accommodation at the official hotel). You can find more details here: https://hipther.com/events/prague/regprague2023/

As always, the team is continuing their initiative for a sustainable future are taking even more steps that directly impact the conservation of the planet’s ecosystem and biodiversity

Additionally, make sure to keep an eye on the European Gaming Quarterly Meetups, which also offer a virtual opportunity to stay up to date with the gaming industry throughout the year.

Hipther Agency is the parent brand of European Gaming, PICANTE, WireUp Zone, Gaming Americas, eSports Connect, the HIPTHER news app, and the WireUp networking app found on the Play Store.

To receive constant updates from the HIPTHER network and conference agenda updates, subscribe here: http://eepurl.com/hfyZxf

For sponsorship/speaking inquiries, make sure to reach out to Zoltan Tuendik (Co-Founder and Head of Business at Hipther) at [email protected]

For media-related inquiries, please contact Alexandru Marginean (Marketing Specialist at Hipther) at [email protected]