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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).

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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

Lithuania to Ban Gambling Ads

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1 day 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 weeks 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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iDenfy Partners with Confindo to Enhance Security and Prevent Loan Fraud

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2 months ago

September 10, 2024

Niji Narayan

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iDenfy, an AI-powered identity verification, compliance and fraud prevention solutions provider, has partnered with Confindo, a leading provider of IT solutions specialising in customer relationship management (CRM) tools for group companies and external partners. This collaboration will help Confindo manage third-party risks and ensure proper fraud and breach prevention while building a seamless and secure verification experience.

The rise in digital transactions has made robust security measures more critical than ever. With security challenges like forged documents and synthetic identities, particularly in the financial and lending sectors, companies increasingly seek advanced solutions to protect their customers. Spending on information security and risk management products and services is expected to grow by 14.3% this year, reaching more than $215 billion. However, many companies operating in the financial sector see fraud as a top priority on the list, where even a single breach can have significant legal and reputational consequences.

Confindo, a dominant player in the consumer lending market since 2018, recognised the importance of securing its platforms against potential threats. Brands under the “Confindo” name, like Lenders, Bancovo, Comparar Prestamos mainly serve as intermediaries for consumer lending services. Consequently, the business is best known for representing over 20 banks and creditors in Lithuania and processing more than 10,000 inquiries monthly. As the business experienced a high volume of requests and new registrations, it required a new trusted Know Your Customer (KYC) vendor to help safeguard its operations, especially in this expansion stage across Europe.

According to Confindo, its recent operations in Latvia and upcoming launches in two new markets also showed a need for extra automation measures in its customer onboarding process. Before partnering with iDenfy, the IT and financial service provider aimed to build a conversion-optimised verification workflow that could remove the hassle around the application onboarding process. Among several identity verification providers, Confindo selected iDenfy for its reliable and efficient identification verification solution. The new software, already trusted by other platforms under Confindo’s management, stood out for its smooth integration with existing systems and provided a comprehensive global document base for more efficient scaling into new markets.

iDenfy’s ID verification solution is designed to automatically recognise, verify and extract information from over 3000 identity documents across 200 countries and territories. This comprehensive approach helps Confindo ensure that all possible safety measures are in place to prevent fraudulent loans, a key concern in the rapidly growing consumer lending sector.

It is worth mentioning that iDenfy is ranked as the top 1 identity verification solution in customer satisfaction on G2, boasting an average of 4.9 stars and over 70 reviews in 2024. This recognition underscores iDenfy’s commitment to providing high-quality, reliable services and prioritizes online user identification security.

“We chose iDenfy because their solution is not only trusted and tested but also perfectly aligns with our commitment to ensuring the highest level of security for our customers,” said Eitautas Bartuškevičius, CEO of Confindo.

Domantas Ciulde, CEO of iDenfy, said: “We’re thrilled to collaborate with Confindo in their mission to enhance security within the consumer lending space. By integrating our ID verification solution, we’re helping them create a safer, more reliable platform for their users across multiple countries.”

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