Baltics
MARE BULTICUM Gaming Summit ready to smash records with return of live events
Two weeks to go until Vilnius summit – with 85% of tickets already sold out
European Gaming, Central and Eastern Europe’s leading betting and gaming media platform, is set to host this month’s soon-to-sell-out MARE BALTICUM Gaming Summit.
With 85% of the event’s tickets sold-out with two weeks still to go, the Hipther-organised event will mark the return of the Baltic region’s first in-person gaming event since the onset of COVID in 2020.
The 5th edition of Hipther’s boutique European Gaming summit restarts its in-person format on May 12, 2022, in Vilnius, Lithuania, at the eco-friendly Radisson Blu Royal Astorija Hotel, located in the Baltic capital’s UNESCO-certified old town.
Promising a hugely impressive roster of regional thought leaders and regulatory authorities, the Tom Horn, Endorphina and Nordic Gambling sponsored MARE BALTICUM Gaming Summit provides a unique open platform for stakeholders and industry operators, as well as a wealth of networking opportunities for gaming executives.
The event’s extensive roster of expert speakers includes Dainis Niedra (Managing Director Central & Eastern Europe at Enlabs), Kaido Ulejev (Commercial Director CEECA at Betsson Group) and Morten Ronde (Managing Partner at Nordic Gambling), with a whole host of further respected industry leaders confirmed to attend.
Alongside the summit is the BSG Awards, launched in 2019, which have become the most important gaming industry awards in the region after its reputation for being an independent, fair and representative awards event that recognises significant achievements within the industry.
With voting closed on 10th April, the shortlist sees a variety of betting and iGaming companies make the top 5 for its wide selection of highly competitive categories, including the likes of BetGames, Relax Gaming, Betsson, SIS and Kiron Interactive.
To provide a fully transparent process, the final winners of each shortlist category will now be decided by a special voting session held over the day of the conference.
Ahead of the conference, the 11th of May will also see the launch of TECH Meetup Baltics, landing the day before the conference, bringing attendees a full day of startups, SMEs, and large enterprises from the Baltic region.
Offering a wealth of insights across innovation and compliance, delegates will include high-level government officials, fintech, blockchain and cybersecurity experts, as well as multiple panel discussions and exclusive keynote presentations.
Set to mark its inaugural year, Hipther agency envisions TECH Meetup Baltics to become MARE BALTICUM’s sister event, which will tour the Baltics every year.
Commenting on the return of live events in the Baltic region, Zoltan Tuendik, Founder and Head of Business and Events at European Gaming and Hipther Agency said:
“With just two weeks to go, we’re ready to rock Vilnius with the region’s first proper in-person gaming conference in three years!
“While we were always sure MARE BALTICUM would be in high demand, we’ve been absolutely blown away by the amount of enthusiasm we’ve had from our friends and partners.
“I have no doubt it will prove to be an absolutely fantastic conference with a whole host of speakers and delegates set to deliver some of the best insights and discussion tracks available across the Baltics and Scandinavia.”
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Baltics
Digitain Named Best Sportsbook Provider at HIPTHER Baltic & Nordics Gaming Awards 2026
Digitain has been recognised as Best Sportsbook Provider at the HIPTHER Baltic & Nordics Gaming Awards 2026, showcasing its continued commitment to delivering high-performance sportsbook technology for operators across regulated markets.
The HIPTHER Baltic & Nordics Gaming Awards celebrate the operators, suppliers, technology innovators and industry leaders shaping the gaming ecosystem across the Baltic and Nordic regions. Receiving this award reflects Digitain’s ongoing investment in product innovation, trading excellence and technology designed to support long-term operator success.
Digitain’s sportsbook combines proprietary trading, advanced risk management, flexible localisation and scalable infrastructure, enabling operators to deliver competitive betting experiences across diverse markets.
This recognition is shared with the operators who trust Digitain to power their businesses and with the teams across a company whose expertise continues to drive innovation across every product and market.
As Digitain continues to expand its global presence, their mission remains unchanged: empowering ambitious operators with technology built for performance, partnership, and sustainable growth.
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7bet
Comtrade Gaming Announces Strategic Partnership with 7bet
Comtrade Gaming, a leading iGaming platform provider delivering enterprise‑level technology for operators worldwide, announced a strategic partnership with 7bet to support the operator’s continued growth across Northern and Eastern Europe.
Under the agreement, 7bet will deploy Comtrade Gaming’s advanced iGaming platform to launch operations in Latvia and Estonia, as well as enter the newly regulated Finnish market upon its opening.
The partnership marks a significant milestone for both companies, combining 7bet’s strong regional presence with Comtrade Gaming’s proven platform capabilities, designed to deliver flexibility, compliance and high-performance player experiences.
Steven Valentine, Chief Commercial Officer at Comtrade Gaming, said: “We are delighted to partner with 7bet at such an exciting stage of their growth journey. This agreement reflects the strength and scalability of our iGaming platform, particularly in regulated and soon-to-regulate markets such as Finland. Supporting 7bet’s expansion across Latvia, Estonia, and Finland, highlights our ability to deliver seamless multi-market solutions for established operators who want to expand. We look forward to a long and successful collaboration.”
Justinas Sliazas, CEO of 7bet, said: “Partnering with Comtrade Gaming is a key step in our strategy to expand and strengthen our presence across regulated European markets. Their technology provides the flexibility and reliability we need to scale efficiently while maintaining a high-quality player experience. We are particularly excited about the opportunities in Finland and confident that this partnership positions us strongly for future growth.”
The collaboration underscores Comtrade Gaming’s continued momentum in regulated markets and reinforces its position as a trusted partner for ambitious operators seeking scalable, compliant and future-ready iGaming solutions.
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Baltics
HIPTHER Baltics 2026 Concludes Landmark Three-City Series, Bringing Together 430 Industry Leaders
HIPTHER proudly concludes the inaugural edition of its expanded HIPTHER Baltics 2026 conference series, successfully bringing together a total of 430 participants across three dedicated events in Vilnius, Riga, and Tallinn.
Building on the legacy of the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit and introducing a new, country-focused format, HIPTHER Baltics 2026 delivered three high-impact conferences designed around the most pressing regulatory, technological, and business developments shaping the Baltic and Nordic regions. The series focused on creating meaningful dialogue between regulators, operators, fintech leaders, technology innovators, legal experts, investors, and compliance professionals.
The 2026 edition featured:
- HIPTHER Baltics: Vilnius – iGaming Regulation & Fintech Integration
- HIPTHER Baltics: Riga – Cross-Border Compliance & Player Protection
- HIPTHER Baltics & Nordics: Tallinn – Digital Governance & Startup Innovation
Vilnius: Exploring Lithuania’s Regulatory Transformation
The series launched on 21 April in Vilnius, where discussions focused on Lithuania’s evolving regulatory landscape and the increasing convergence of fintech, payments, blockchain, and iGaming.
Industry leaders examined topics including MiCA implementation, AML requirements, digital assets, banking transformation, tokenisation, AI adoption in financial services, next-generation payments, and the growing role of compliance in sustainable business growth. The event marked the beginning of a new chapter for Baltic-focused industry conversations and set the tone for the months ahead.
Riga: Regulation, Risk and Growth in a Changing Market
On 11 May, HIPTHER Baltics arrived in Riga, bringing together experts from gaming, fintech, legal, compliance, and technology sectors for a day dedicated to practical business realities.
Key conversations addressed responsible gaming, player protection, AML implementation, fraud prevention, AI in supervision and taxation, payments innovation, cross-border licensing, data protection, affiliate marketing, and the transition from traditional SEO to AI-powered discoverability. The Riga edition highlighted how businesses can remain compliant while continuing to innovate and grow in increasingly regulated environments.
Tallinn: Digital Governance Meets Innovation
The series concluded on 2 June in Tallinn, one of Europe’s most digitally advanced capitals.
The event explored the intersection of digital governance, startup ecosystems, digital identity, compliance, investment, fintech innovation, and iGaming. Discussions ranged from eIDAS 2.0 and trusted digital onboarding to sustainable player acquisition, operational partnerships, AI-powered business growth, and the future of digital societies.
Tallinn also hosted the HIPTHER Baltic & Nordics Gaming Awards 2026, celebrating excellence across operators, suppliers, technology providers, and industry leaders from the Baltic and Nordic regions.
Beyond Conferences: Building a Regional Community
Throughout all three events, participants benefited from curated networking opportunities and practical learning sessions through the HIPTHER Academy, HIPTHER’s educational platform focused on delivering hands-on skills, professional development, and industry certifications.
The combination of boutique-format events, high-level content, and meaningful networking once again demonstrated why the Baltics continue to attract increasing attention as a hub for innovation, regulation, and cross-border collaboration.
Looking Ahead – HIPTHER Baltics 2027
Reflecting on the success of the series, Zoltan Tündik, Co-Founder and Head of Business at HIPTHER, commented: “We are incredibly proud of what we achieved across the Baltics in 2026, but this is only the beginning. The success of the three-city series has provided us with valuable insights, feedback, and inspiration that we are already incorporating into the planning of HIPTHER Baltics 2027. The Baltics have a unique energy when it comes to business events, innovation, and networking, and we are excited to continue growing alongside this vibrant community. Our commitment remains the same: delivering meaningful conversations, practical learning opportunities, and exceptional networking experiences that bring together the region’s most influential stakeholders.”
After the successful completion of HIPTHER Baltics 2026 and the overwhelmingly positive feedback received from participants, the #hipthers team is already working on an exciting and enhanced next edition.
With the HIPTHER Warsaw Summit set to take place on 27–28 October 2026 and an ambitious roadmap for 2027–2030 already taking shape, HIPTHER continues its mission of connecting industries, markets, and ideas through premium learning, meaningful networking, and cross-border collaboration across Europe.
About HIPTHER
HIPTHER is a media hub and events organizer serving the Gaming and Technology industries, including Fintech, Blockchain, Crypto, AI, Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Digital Innovation. Through its conferences, media platforms, awards programs, and community initiatives, HIPTHER connects decision-makers, innovators, regulators, and business leaders across Europe and beyond.
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