Balkans
EEGS webinar examines transformative changes in the Balkan gaming landscape
The Balkan gaming market is undergoing significant changes, with new regulations and evolving market dynamics shaping the industry’s future. The recent EEGS Webinar, “Balkan Gaming Landscape – a Maze or Amaze? Deep dive in the markets (Pt. 2),” provided an in-depth analysis of these developments. The session featured industry experts including Angel Iribozov, Vasko Ilijevski, Dan Iliovici, Ovidiu Iosif, and Zoran Puhac, moderated by Rossi McKee, Co-Founder of Telematic Interactive Bulgaria and Honorary Chair of AGIB.
Key topics discussed included the impact of recent regulatory changes in Bulgaria and Romania, challenges and opportunities in North Macedonia’s gaming market, and the importance of responsible gaming initiatives across the region. The speakers emphasized the need for a balanced approach that considers both regulatory objectives and the economic contributions of the gaming industry.
Angel Iribozov, Chairman of the Association of the Gaming Industry in Bulgaria (AGIB), highlighted the substantial regulatory changes in Bulgaria, focusing on both the positive steps towards reducing unlicensed operations and the challenges posed by the new advertising restrictions. “The recent regulations aim to limit unlicensed operations, but the advertising restrictions pose significant challenges for licensed operators to reach their audience,” said Iribozov.
Dan Iliovici, Vice-President of ROMBET, discussed the recent changes in Romanian gaming laws that led to the closure of numerous gaming facilities. He emphasized the need for a balanced approach that considers both regulatory objectives and economic contributions. On the other hand, Ovidiu Iosif, Executive Director of Joc Responsible Association, highlighted ongoing responsible gaming programs in Romania.
Vasko Ilijevski, President of the Macedonian Sports Betting Association, emphasized the importance of including industry input in future regulatory discussions to avoid disruption and possible closure of various gaming facilities.
Zoran Puhac, Secretary General of the European Organization for Gaming Law (EOGL), discussed the spread of restrictive advertising regulations across the Western Balkans, advocating for the use of best practices to avoid market disruptions. “The key is to implement regulations that protect consumers without stifling industry growth,” advised Puhac.
The EEGS webinar provided attendees with valuable insights into the evolving Balkan gaming landscape. By understanding regulatory changes, market dynamics, and promoting responsible gaming, stakeholders can navigate the challenges and seize opportunities for growth.
All attendees of the EEGS webinar received a Certificate of Attendance, recognizing their commitment to advancing knowledge in the gaming industry.
You can watch the entire webinar here: https://youtube.com/eegamingsummit
Balkans
BGaming extends Winbet partnership with Bulgarian launch
Popular iGaming content provider BGaming has built on its long-term collaboration with Winbet by launching in the Bulgarian market with the operator.
As part of the deal, BGaming will integrate its creative portfolio with Winbet’s platform in Bulgaria, with games such as Minesweeper XY, Wild Cash and Bonanza Billion, made available to its players.
Winbet is one of Eastern and Central Europe’s leading brands, with a presence in markets such as Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia and Croatia. Its Bulgarian arm boasts more than 30 gaming halls in over 20 cities and enjoys a prominent position in the country’s entertainment space.
BGaming first partnered with Winbet in January, helping to elevate the operator’s platform in Romania with its striking and innovative content. Now, it will replicate this success and demonstrate the widespread appeal of its creations in another strategically significant market.
Olga Levshina, CCO at BGaming, said: “We are pleased to celebrate our ongoing partnership with Winbet by collaborating with them once again, this time in Bulgaria.
“So far this year, our titles have been positively received by Winbet’s players in Romania and we look forward to delivering our portfolio to a neighbouring market alongside this major brand.”
Victor Perenovski, Operations Director at Winbet, said: “BGaming’s content has proven quite popular with our users and a great expansion of our portfolio. We are happy to extend our agreement with BGaming’s new and exciting titles. This partnership is an important step in fulfilling our promise to our customers for high quality gaming experience and the most popular games from the best providers.
“The game provider’s portfolio has so much potential for attracting players and is based on detailed analysis of their preferences and behaviours. We anticipate a partnership that will continue to deliver positive results.”
Balkans
Reevo Enters into Partnership with Elitbet.bg
REEVO, a leading provider of cutting-edge gaming solutions, has partnered with ELITBET.bg, a rapidly expanding online gaming platform in Bulgaria. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in both companies’ commitment to delivering top-tier gaming experiences to players.
Tsvetelina Ivanova, Chief Operating Officer of ELITBET.bg, said: “We are thrilled to announce our partnership with REEVO, a renowned leader in iGaming. This collaboration signifies a significant step forward in our commitment to delivering exceptional gaming experiences to our players. We are proud to expand the game offer of our Online Casino with high-quality products from REEVO. Thanks to this new partnership, we will offer our users an increasingly high-quality gaming experience and demonstrate our ongoing commitment to providing the best gaming experience, exceeding the expectations of the iGaming world.”
Petra Poola, Head of Sales at REEVO, said: “Partnering with ELITBET.bg is an exciting opportunity for us to further extend our reach in the Bulgarian market. We are confident that our innovative gaming solutions will complement ELITBET.bg’s commitment to excellence, providing their players with an unmatched gaming experience. We look forward to a successful collaboration that will benefit both our companies and the players we serve.”
The partnership with REEVO will enhance ELITBET.bg’s already impressive game offering, bringing a wide range of innovative and engaging content to its online casino. Players can look forward to an enriched gaming experience, with access to some of the most popular and sought-after slot games and live casino options available in the market.
Balkans
Belatra Games enters Serbian market through strategic partnership with MerkurXtip
Belatra Games, the specialist online slots developer, has entered the Serbian market for the first time through a strategic partnership with Serbian sports betting and gaming operator, MerkurXtip.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Belatra’s ongoing efforts to broaden its European presence. MerkurXtip is a distinguished member of the German-based Gauselmann Group and has risen to become a key player in both offline and online gaming sectors across Serbia.
Through this partnership, Belatra Games will bring its entire portfolio to the Serbian market, offering players a rich selection of entertainment options. From classic slot games like the ‘Fruit Cocktail’ series to cutting-edge slots featuring a variety of bonuses, to multiple types of roulette (including European and American versions), bingo, and instant-win scratch games, Belatra’s offerings promise to captivate the Serbian gaming community.
Mikhail Voinich, Chief Business Development Officer, commented: “Partnerships are a cornerstone of Belatra’s development strategy, enabling us to expand our reach into new markets. Collaborating with MerkurXtip, a partner recognised for its expertise and professionalism in the Balkans region, has been a seamless and rewarding experience. In addition, the whole process has been supervised by our partners for the Balkans region, iGaming Advisor, who have assisted us every step of the way.”
Nenad Aleksić, Head of Online Business at MerkurXtip, followed: “This partnership strengthens Merkurxtip’s position as a leading gaming operator, offering an innovative gaming experience with original content through a diverse selection of exciting casino games now available on our platform.”
-
Africa5 days ago
NSoft Enters South African Market Through Exclusive Partnership with Intelligent Gaming
-
Blockchain6 days ago
Iggy Azalea Announces New Online Casino, Motherland
-
Compliance Updates6 days ago
Ezugi Secures Isle of Man Software Supplier Licence
-
Compliance Updates6 days ago
Galaxsys Games Are Now Available in the UK
-
Conferences in Europe6 days ago
Applying Formula One Principles to Leadership: Ivan Montik and Rubens Barrichello at SBC Leaders Summit
-
Africa6 days ago
Galaxsys Partners with BetFounders
-
Interviews6 days ago
Playnetic is ready to take SBC Summit by storm
-
eSports5 days ago
Oddin.gg Leads the Way with Exclusive “Deadlock” Betting Markets