Eastern Europe
Ukraine Telecoms Regulator Orders ISPs to Block 32 Online Gambling Websites
Ukrainian national telecommunications regulator the National Commission for State Regulation of Communications and Informatization (NKRZI) has called on internet service providers to block 32 online gambling websites. The websites include domains for PartyPoker, Pinnacle and CloudBet, as well as FastPay Casino, Yukon Gold, Golden Tiger Casino and BetChain.
The decision, which came at the order of the Chief Investigative Directorate of the Security Service of Ukraine, was based on a judicial decision by Oksana Hardina, judge in the Shevchenkovskiy District Court of Kyiv.
Hardinaâs ruling gave the telecommunications regulator the power to issue blocking orders against websites offering illegal content, including online gambling.
An appeal to the order may be filed to the Kyiv Court of Appeal, within five days of the issuance of the order.
Eastern Europe
Conquering Challenges: TotoGaming in Romania â 1 Year in the Market
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On January 16, 2024, TotoGaming, a brand with 20 years of experience in Armenia, entered the Romanian market.
A year later, as the brand reflects on its achievements, it acknowledges that its goal has always been to conquer challenging heightsâa philosophy deeply embedded in Totoâs vision: making champion-like decisions and pursuing them relentlessly.
Today, totogaming.ro stands out as one of Romaniaâs ârising starsâ a fact underscored by its shortlisting in the âRising Starâ category at the EGR Europe Awards 2025.
âWhat we planned after entering the market was achieved within the first few months, which is a strong indicator of our success,â said TotoGaming CEO Harutyun Vardanyan.
Letâs look through the highlights from TotoGamingâs 1st year in Romania.
The brand launched in Romania with a collaboration featuring global football star LuĂs Figo. This victory march of partnerships continued with one of Romaniaâs oldest clubs, CFR Cluj, uniting to embark on a Path to the Glory together.
Added 56 new providers and launched 2,568 new games, including new features like Bet Builder, Quick Bet, Autobet, and Copybet.
Introduced TotoChat, an active platform for users to interact and share their best experiences.
For sports betting enthusiasts, offered:100+ sports, spanning 3,000+ global tournaments and over 1,000 football championships across 150+ countries. Real-time stats, line-ups, and formations for 15,000+ international leagues. A staggering 100,000+ pre-match and 150,000+ live events streamed monthly.
The contact center achieved remarkable results in customer satisfaction, recording an 81% chat satisfaction rate, surpassing the industry average of 76%.
Totogaming stands out for its impressive payment speed. Statistics reveal that 15.50% of transactions are processed in under a minute, with 77.30% completed within 10 minutes. The brand is dedicated to supporting its customers, offering step-by-step guidance over the phone whenever they face challenges during transactions.
This marks the beginning of a long journey for TotoGaming, and the past year has clearly shown that the brand is determined to achieve every goal it sets for itself.
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Eastern Europe
Bogdan Smeu joins CT Interactive as Regional Manager for Romania
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Bogdan Smeu is the new Regional Manager for Romania at CT Interactive. With over 20 years in the gaming and entertainment industry, Bogdan brings a wealth of experience in sales, operations, and customer relationship management.
His strong track record in driving growth and achieving results, combined with his strategic approach to business development, makes him a great fit for this role.
Bogdanâs background includes leadership in sales management, business strategy, and team building, along with a focus on quality standards and budget optimization. His expertise in casino operations and hands-on industry experience further supports his capabilities.
Holding a degree from the âHenri Coandaâ Air Force Academy and a technical background from Technical High School Hidromecanica Brasov, Bogdanâs unique mix of technical and managerial skills has driven his success in complex business environments.
At CT Interactive, he will focus on expanding our presence in Romania and aligning his extensive experience with our mission of providing innovative gaming solutions.
We wish him every success in his new role and look forward to the growth and achievements he will bring to the company.
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Balkans
EGT Digital to showcase innovations at BEGE Expo 2024
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At the highly anticipated BEGE Expo 2024, EGT Digital will highlight its diverse portfolio of top-performing products and exciting innovations. Visitors can explore these offerings at booth 4.0 alongside the latest advancements from EGT.
The companyâs extensive gaming solutions include popular instant games and its bestsellers Bell Link, Clover Chance, High Cash, and Single Progressive Jackpot, featuring over 120 in-house developed slots. Attendees can experience renowned titles like Burning Goals, Amazonsâ Battle, and Sugar Duke, as well as the upcoming 5Ă6 Fruity Shots. This cocktail-themed game includes multipliers ranging from x2 to x500 and introduces Toppling Reels for enhanced win opportunities.
EGT Digitalâs âall-in-oneâ betting platform X-Nave will also be on display with its four modular solutions: Sport Product, Gaming Aggregator, CRM Engine, and Payment Gateway.
The Sport Product will debut its Customizable Tournament Page, designed to ensure effortless navigation and a personalized betting experience.
The Gaming Aggregator, offering over 12,000 titles, will present features like the Buy Bonus, Hot and Cold games category with live RTP insights, and tools for personalized content such as the Recommendation Engine and Casino as Widget.
The CRM Engine will showcase advanced player segmentation and AI/ML-driven tools for tailored game suggestions.
The Payment Gateway will emphasize its secure, player-focused design with options like deposit repeat, bonus selection, and two-factor authentication.
âWe are delighted to participate in BEGE Expo once again,â commented Tsvetomira Drumeva, Head of Sales at EGT Digital. âDuring this 15th edition we will showcase a solid dose of innovations, sure to impress clients and partners in the region. We are also looking forward to the BEGE Awards, where EGT Digital is a finalist in numerous categories.â
EGT Digitalâs commitment to innovation and excellence continues to position the company among the leaders in the iGaming industryâââ.
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