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Official Shortlist for the 2020 edition of the Baltic and Scandinavian Gaming Awards(BSG Awards) is now available

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4 years ago

July 2, 2020

Zoltan Tundik

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The official shortlist of the Baltic and Scandinavian Gaming Awards 2020 is now live.

It has been a hard and stressful period for some of the companies who battled daily by reaching out to their clients base and asking for feedback via votes to help them climb the charts and be included in the shortlist for the 2020 edition of the Baltic and Scandinavian Gaming Awards (BSG Awards).

European Gaming Congress 2024 (Warsaw, Poland)

During June, the industry had the chance to cast their votes online for their favorite operators, software suppliers, and connected service providers and help them reach the Top 5 for their respective categories.

The online voting closed on the 30^th of June at midnight and we are happy to announce that despite the critical period the industry is facing, there have been a total of 9641 votes submitted during the session. There have been many categories in which the number of votes has been at the exact results for 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, and even 5^th place. All companies who made the shortlist should feel proud of this achievement.

The shortlists for each category can be found below and as mentioned in the statement, the winners will be decided by the attending delegates via final voting session at the third edition of the conference and awards that will be held on the 6^th of August in Tallinn at Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia Tallinn.

Make sure to book as fast as possible as the seating is limited! You can choose one of the packages that include either delegate pass or delegate pass and accommodation combo (VIP Package)!

Here are the shortlists per category and per region:

Baltics – 18 Categories

BEST ONLINE CASINO IN THE BALTICS 2020 (OPERATORS)

CBET
NOMINI
PAF
UNIBET
BETSAFE
VIENSVIENS

BALTICS – BEST CUSTOMER SUPPORT IN ONLINE CASINO 2020 (OPERATORS)

CBET
NOMINI
PAF
VIENSVIENS
BETSAFE
OPTIBET

BEST SPORTS BETTING OPERATOR IN THE BALTICS 2020 (OPERATORS)

CBET
OPTIBET
PAF
UNIBET
TONYBET
BET365
OLYBET

BALTICS – BEST CUSTOMER SUPPORT IN SPORTS BETTING 2020 (OPERATORS)

CBET
PAF
TONYBET
BET365
VIENSVIENS
UNIBET

BEST ESPORTS SERVICE PROVIDER IN THE BALTICS 2020 (B2B)

ULTRAPLAY
MTG ESPORTS
SPORTRADAR
SIS
TAIN BETTING

BEST FANTASY SPORTS / VIRTUAL SPORTS PROVIDER IN THE BALTICS 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
DS Virtual Gaming
FANTASY SPORTS INTERACTIVE (FSI)
NSOFT
PLAYTECH

RISING STAR IN BALTIC FANTASY SPORTS / VIRTUAL SPORTS 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
DS Virtual Gaming
NSOFT
FANTASY SPORTS INTERACTIVE (FSI)
PLAYTECH

RISING STAR IN BALTIC SPORTS BETTING TECHNOLOGY 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
ALTENAR
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
DIGITAIN
STATSCORE
SINGULAR

BEST SPORTS BETTING INNOVATION IN THE BALTICS 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
SG DIGITAL
Gaming Solutions
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
ULTRAPLAY

BEST SPORTS BETTING PROVIDER IN THE BALTICS 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
SOFTGAMINGS
Gaming Solutions
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
ULTRAPLAY
ALTENAR

BEST MOBILE BETTING PROVIDER IN THE BALTICS 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
Gaming Solutions
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
ULTRAPLAY
DIGITAIN
STATSCORE

BEST ONLINE CASINO PROVIDER IN THE BALTICS 2020 (B2B)

SOFT2BET
EZUGI
TOM HORN GAMING
TV
MICROGAMING

BEST ONLINE CASINO INNOVATOR IN THE BALTICS 2020 (B2B)

SOFT2BET
EZUGI
TOM HORN GAMING
SOFTGAMINGS
TV
PG SOFT

BEST SLOTS PROVIDER IN THE BALTICS 2020 (B2B)

TOM HORN GAMING
EZUGI
RELAX GAMING
WAZDAN
PLAY’N GO
EVOLUTION GAMING
YGGDRASIL
QUICKSPIN
SYNOT GAMES
NETENT

BEST LIVE CASINO PROVIDER IN THE BALTICS 2020 (B2B)

EZUGI
NETENT
VIVO GAMING
EVOLUTION GAMING
TV

RISING STAR IN BALTIC ONLINE CASINO TECHNOLOGY 2020 (B2B)

SOFT2BET
EZUGI
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
TOM HORN GAMING
MICROGAMING

BEST PAYMENT SERVICE PROVIDER IN THE BALTICS 2020 (CONNECTED)

CONNECTPAY
GLOBALNETINT
HEXOPAY
BANKERA
TRUSTLY
ZIMPLER

BEST TESTING LABORATORY IN THE BALTICS 2020 (CONNECTED)

BMM TESTLABS
GAMING LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL(GLI)
ECOGRA
ITECH LABS
QUINEL

Nordics – 18 Categories

BEST ONLINE CASINO IN THE NORDICS 2020 (OPERATORS)

NOMINI
WAZAMBA
YOYOSE
PAF
BETWAY
BWIN
CASUMO
888
VIDEOSLOTS
UNIBET

NORDICS – BEST CUSTOMER SUPPORT IN ONLINE CASINO 2020 (OPERATORS)

WISHMAKER
VIDEOSLOTS
TIVOLI CASINO
BWIN
CASHMIO
NORDICBET
PAF
KARAMBA
UNIBET
888
BET365
POKERSTARS
TOMBOLA
NINJA CASINO
CASUMO
CHANZ
GUTS
JACKPOTJOY

BEST SPORTS BETTING OPERATOR IN THE NORDICS 2020 (OPERATORS)

RABONA
ZULABET
BET365
PAF
BETWAY
BWIN
888
UNIBET
TIPWIN
SVENSKA SPEL

NORDICS – BEST CUSTOMER SUPPORT IN SPORTS BETTING 2020 (OPERATORS)

BET
SVENSKA SPEL
PAF
STANLEYBET
UNIBET
BET365
BETHARD
BETSSON
OPTIBET
NORDICBET
BWIN
BETSTARS
888

BEST ESPORTS SERVICE PROVIDER IN THE NORDICS 2020 (B2B)

ULTRAPLAY
SIS
SPORTRADAR
MTG ESPORTS
ABIOS GAMING

BEST FANTASY SPORTS / VIRTUAL SPORTS PROVIDER IN THE NORDICS 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
FANTASY SPORTS INTERACTIVE (FSI)
VERMANTIA
KIRON INTERACTIVE
NSOFT
BETCONSTRUCT
PLAYTECH
VSOFTCO
MAGELLAN ROBOTECH
SPORTRADAR
BETSYS
SCOUT GAMING GROUP

RISING STAR IN NORDIC FANTASY SPORTS / VIRTUAL SPORTS 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
FANTASY SPORTS INTERACTIVE (FSI)
NSOFT
VERMANTIA
SWUSH
BETCONSTRUCT
EVENBET
EVERYMATRIX
KIRON INTERACTIVE
BETRADAR
SCOUT GAMING GROUP
PLAYTECH
OGS FANTASY SPORTS
ELBET

RISING STAR IN NORDIC SPORTS BETTING TECHNOLOGY 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
Gaming Solutions
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
ALTENAR
PLAYTECH

BEST SPORTS BETTING INNOVATION IN THE NORDICS 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
Gaming Solutions
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
ALTENAR
NSOFT

BEST SPORTS BETTING PROVIDER IN THE NORDICS 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
Gaming Solutions
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
ALTENAR
TXODDS
UPGAMING
GIG (GAMING INNOVATION GROUP)
BETCONSTRUCT
METRIC GAMING
NSOFT
OFFSIDE GAMING
LSPORTS
SPORTING SOLUTIONS

BEST MOBILE BETTING PROVIDER IN THE NORDICS 2020 (B2B)

GOLDEN RACE
Gaming Solutions
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
ULTRAPLAY
ALTENAR
FSB
NSOFT
GLOBAL BET
STATSCORE
BEST GAMING TECHNOLOGY (BGT – PLAYTECH)

BEST ONLINE CASINO PROVIDER IN THE NORDICS 2020 (B2B)

TOM HORN GAMING
SOFT2BET
EZUGI
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
GREENTUBE
NETENT
PLAY’N GO
SG DIGITAL
ASPIRE GLOBAL

BEST ONLINE CASINO INNOVATOR IN THE NORDICS 2020 (B2B)

TOM HORN GAMING
SOFT2BET
EZUGI
YGGDRASIL
GREENTUBE
ENDORPHINA
NETENT
BETCONSTRUCT
PLAYSON
QUICKSPIN
ASPIRE GLOBAL
SG DIGITAL
SPIGO

RISING STAR IN NORDIC ONLINE CASINO TECHNOLOGY 2020 (B2B)

TOM HORN GAMING
SOFT2BET
EZUGI
TGLAB SPORTSBOOK & MODELLING
GREENTUBE

BEST SLOTS PROVIDER IN THE NORDICS 2020 (B2B)

TOM HORN GAMING
YGGDRASIL
EZUGI
PLAY’N GO
GREENTUBE

BEST LIVE CASINO PROVIDER IN THE NORDICS 2020 (B2B)

VIVO GAMING
NETENT
EZUGI
MICROGAMING
EVOLUTION GAMING
XPROGAMING

BEST PAYMENT SERVICE PROVIDER IN THE NORDICS 2020 (CONNECTED)

TRUSTLY
MONEYNETINT PAYMENT SOLUTIONS
EML PAYMENTS
PAYSAFE
ECOMMPAY
EMERCHANTPAY
EURO PAYMENT GROUP

BEST TESTING LABORATORY IN THE NORDICS 2020 (CONNECTED)

BMM TESTLABS
QUINEL
GAMING LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL(GLI)
ECOGRA
ITECH LABS

As mentioned in earlier press releases, the conference is going ahead as planned and based on official sources, Estonia has allowed from June 1 for citizens from EU and EEA countries with a slow current spread of COVID-19 to enter the country without the requirement of a 14-day self-isolation period.

You can consult the list that is updated weekly on the following link.

MARE BALTICUM – The Baltic and Scandinavian Gaming Summit will once again bring together the leading companies in the Baltic and Scandinavian region for a full day of quality learning and networking with local regulators and industry experts.

You can find more details about the Agenda here or you can register here!

Browse the official event website here: www.marebalticumgaming.com

You can view the photo gallery from the inaugural event on the following link.

Browse the video archives of the panel discussions which were recorded on the 7^th of May at the virtual edition of the conference.

For further inquiries about the 2020 live edition of MBGS and BSG Awards (6 August – Tallinn, Estonia), speaking/attending/sponsoring options, make sure to send an e-mail to Andrada Bota (B2B Sales Executive at Hipther Agency) or subscribe to the weekly newsletter on the following link.

Visit www.marebalticumgaming.com for more details!

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

Baltics

Evoplay expands Baltic presence with new Optibet collaboration

Published

3 days ago

December 19, 2024

George Miller

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Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has announced its latest partnership with leading Baltic operator Optibet, part of Entain, marking a strategic expansion in Lithuania and Estonia.

Through the agreement, Optibet now offers over 70 of Evoplay’s premium slot titles to its customers in both markets, including popular games such as The Greatest Catch Bonus Buy, Elven Princesses, and Fruit Super Nova.

Optibet, part of global gaming giant Entain, is a trusted operator across the Baltics, providing Evoplay with a solid foundation to grow its presence in the region.

This exclusive partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to delivering top-tier gaming experiences and increasing engagement within these key markets.

Ihor Zarechnyi, CBDO at Evoplay, said: “We’re thrilled to partner with Optibet, a trusted name across the Baltics, to bring our games to players in Lithuania and Estonia.”

“This collaboration marks an important step in our commitment to expanding in regulated markets and offering tailored experiences that resonate with local audiences.”

Janis Bariss, Entain Head of Gaming Baltics & Nordics, said: “Optibet is dedicated to providing our players with the best in gaming entertainment and partnering with Evoplay allows us to deliver an exciting range of content that adds real value to our portfolio.”

“Evoplay’s innovative approach and diverse game selection will be a fantastic addition to our online casinos in Lithuania and Estonia, and we’re looking forward to seeing the impact it has on our audience.”

The post Evoplay expands Baltic presence with new Optibet collaboration appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.

Baltics

Lithuania to Ban Gambling Ads

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1 month ago

November 14, 2024

Niji Narayan

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The Lithuanian parliament on Tuesday approved restrictions on gambling advertising, set to take effect from next July.

The amendments to the Gaming Law, passed with 73 votes in favour and one abstention, will introduce a ban on gambling advertising starting in July 2025. Exceptions will apply to sports competitions and events, as well as sports sponsorships and broadcasts of sports competitions, which will have a transitional period until January 1, 2028.

Next year’s budget for the Media Support Fund earmarks an additional 4 million euros to compensate media organisations for lost advertising revenue.

Among other things, MPs backed a proposal from the parliamentary Committee on Budget and Finance to have a transitional period until the end of 2027, allowing up to three betting ad spots of under 15 seconds each per hour on television, radio and online between 06:00 and 18:00 and up to two per hour between 18:00 and midnight.

For online media, betting ads without a direct link to the gaming operator’s website will be limited to 20% of advertising space from 06:00 to 18:00 and 10% until midnight.

The post Lithuania to Ban Gambling Ads appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.

Baltics

Genome launches SEPA instant payments, adding another valuable feature for iGaming companies

Published

2 months ago

October 29, 2024

George Miller

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Genome (UAB Maneuver LT) has introduced SEPA Instant Transfers for all its clients. Companies can now make instant euro payments within seconds to optimize cash flow and improve operational efficiency across the Eurozone.
Additionally, SEPA Instant Transfers can be used for batch Transfers, making mass payments even more effective for companies, particularly the iGaming businesses.

“SEPA Instant Transfers enable quick payments in the Eurozone, improving cash flow and scheduling flexibility for business partners – a very crucial feature for modern-day companies that conduct operations online,” explained Genome’s CEO, Daumantas Barauskas.

SEPA Instant Transfers will be priced the same as regular SEPA Credit Transfers, ensuring users enjoy the convenience of instant transactions without any additional costs.

The feature has gone live shortly before the SiGMA Europe conference that Genome’s team will be attending. Businesses can learn more about SEPA Instant Transfers and other iGaming services Genome provides at booth #3102 or by booking a meeting.

“SEPA Instant Transfers is not the only service Genome offers iGaming companies. For one, they can streamline their financial operations with our API for mass payouts and B2C2B payments. We are currently developing the incoming payment notifications service via API (API for pay-ins). This feature will notify iGaming companies about client pay-ins in real-time. We also provide contactless physical and virtual Visa Business cards for media buying and other corporate expenses, with the added convenience of Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Garmin Pay compatibility. Additionally, a dedicated IBAN account simplifies B2B transactions, and the Genome iOS and Android apps ensure real-time financial management anytime, anywhere,” concluded Daumantas Barauskas.

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