Eastern Europe
Fantastic! Virtual football fans in Belarus!

8th of April witnessed the first ever virtual fans at the Belarus Cup home match FC Dynamo Brest vs FC Shakhter! One of the stands at the Brestsky Sports Complex held more than three dozen fans from all over the world: Russia, UK, UAE, Uzbekistan, Iran, and many other countries
How did virtual presence become possible?
FC Dynamo Brest and FavBet offered fans a unique opportunity virtually go to a match at this challenging time for the whole world! When buying tickets (which cost 25$ each), football fans sent their portraits and FC staff cut out and attached the photos of each virtual fan to mannequins dressed in kit shirts of famous clubs and national teams of different countries. In addition, each virtual supporter received photo report and video review of the match via email as a confirmation of their presence at the match. They will also receive a real ticket for the match and a matchday magazine sent by mail. Moreover, such supporters are also entitled to a 10%-discount on all merchandise in the official FC Dynamo Brest online store: https://fcdb1960.by/ru/
Sergey Vorobyov, FC Dynamo Brest Director General:
«You know that Belarus is the only country in Europe and perhaps the whole world where the national football championship is on at the moment. And we, the current champions, take part in it. Of course this caused increased attention to our club from foreign fans. I would like to mention our creative team, which reacted quickly and offered this interesting idea. This campaign not only gives people an opportunity to have some fun, but also serves good purposes, because part of proceeds from the sales of virtual tickets will be used to help Belarus fight against coronavirus».
FC Dynamo Brest’s unprecedented campaign is supported by a club’s partner FavBet.
Oleg Smityuk, Head of International Marketing at FavBet:
«We are always more than happy to support any activities born in creative minds of our partners from FC Dynamo Brest and this project is one more prove for that. For FavBet as a company CSR part of this project is also very important and we are sure that more of such initiatives are to come in the nearest future».
FC Dynamo Brest continues to sell virtual tickets for other home matches. In particular, tickets for the match FC Dynamo Brest vs FC Isloch (Vysheyshaya Liga, Round 4), which is to take place on 12th of April at 19:00, are on sale. Buy tickets: https://24afisha.by/ru/minsk/events/sport/4477
Please note!
Part of proceeds from the sales of virtual tickets will be used to help Belarus fight against coronavirus.
Balkans
BEGE and EEGS Unveil Visionary 2025 Concept Focusing on Proximity, Collaboration, and AI

BEGE (Balkan Entertainment and Gaming Expo) and EEGS (Eastern European Gaming Summit) are excited to announce their groundbreaking 2025 concept, which emphasizes the critical importance of proximity, collaboration, and forward-thinking strategies – all while integrating the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence.
At the heart of this initiative is a strong commitment to fostering meaningful connections within the industry. Together, BEGE and EEGS are creating a vibrant platform for networking and idea exchange, bringing industry leaders together to explore the future of gaming. With multiple networking opportunities throughout the BEGE and EEGS, attendees will have countless chances to engage with one another, share insights, and forge valuable partnerships.
“The power of community is essential to our mission,” says Natalia Baevska, Project Manager of BEGE and EEGS. “By collaborating, we can harness our collective strengths to unlock new opportunities for growth within the region.”
Nino Berezhiani, Marketing Manager, highlights the significance of the initiative’s theme, “Proximity to Potential: Where Every Piece Matters.” She explains, “This slogan captures the essence of our vision. It underscores the idea that every connection and collaboration serves as a vital piece of a larger puzzle, driving innovation and success in our industry. We are excited to create an environment where companies can showcase their achievements, celebrate excellence and engage in meaningful dialogue.”
In addition to the networking events, the initiative will feature an impressive lineup of thought-provoking lectures and lively panel discussions led by industry experts, all designed to spark engagement and collaboration.
Furthermore, the integration of AI into this initiative promises to elevate gaming experiences and enhance operational efficiency, setting a new benchmark for innovation in the sector.
With this ambitious initiative, BEGE and EEGS are poised to transform the gaming landscape in the Balkans, encouraging all stakeholders to come together and actively shape the industry’s future.
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Compliance Updates
Ukraine Creates New Agency Named “PlayCity” to Control Gambling and Lotteries

Ukraine has created a new agency named “PlayCity” to control state policy in the field of gambling and lotteries.
The work of “PlayCity” will be coordinated by the Cabinet of Ministers through the Deputy Prime Minister for Innovation, Development of Education, Science and Technology — Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov.
In 2025, the agency will be financed within the budget of the liquidated Gambling Commission (CRGL).
In December 2024, the parliament decided to liquidate CRGL and transfer gambling regulation functions to the Ministry of Digital Economy. It was decided to automate licenses to remove the human factor from the process and reduce corruption.
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Eastern Europe
GGBET UA is expanding its presence in football: first press conference with FC Zorya held in Kyiv

The first media event as part of FC Zorya Luhansk’s partnership with their title sponsor, GGBET UA, has taken place in Kyiv. Zorya is the second Ukrainian football team that the brand has successfully collaborated with. The partnership with the leading betting brand has boosted Zorya’s media activity and brought the club closer to fans.
By working with GGBET UA, Zorya have strengthened their presence on social media, regularly sharing engaging and interactive content. Thanks to this new strategy for interacting with fans, the reach and engagement of certain types of social media posts have doubled. The club have launched an updated version of their official site, where you can now find all the information about their history and current activities. Zorya will also soon be delighting fans by launching an official fan shop.
This approach to the partnership between GGBET UA and FC Zorya Luhansk is bringing the team closer to their fans, creating real value for all involved, and promoting Ukrainian football.
GGBET UA CEO Sergii Mishchenko shared his thoughts about the collaboration and the future of the partnership: “GGBET chooses its partners carefully. Signing football clubs just for the sake of a portfolio is not the approach we take. Shared values, a drive for growth, and a desire to evolve and improve are all important to us. Our partnership with FC Zorya is a brilliant example of our philosophy when it comes to collaboration. We only started working together at the end of 2024, and we’re already seeing results. And we have many new and interesting things to look forward to in the future.”
During the press conference, club representatives also shared the results of their winter training sessions and discussed how the team is preparing for the second half of the Ukrainian Premier League season. The club also announced that it has signed some new players: Bosnia’s Dejan Popara and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Bilotserkovets.
You may recall that previously GGBET UA broadened its support for Ukrainian football by partnering with FC Dynamo Kyiv. A press conference with the club was held in autumn 2024 and was an important step forward in terms of strengthening the brand’s ties with Ukrainian football.
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