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HIPTHER Renews Media Partnership with Balkan Entertainment & Gaming Expo – BEGE and The Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS)
HIPTHER, the pioneering event organizer and media agency in Central and Eastern Europe specializing in cutting-edge Gaming and Technology sectors, is thrilled to continue the fruitful media partnership with the renowned Balkan Entertainment & Gaming Expo – BEGE and The Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS).
This year marks the Anniversary editions of the Balkan Entertainment & Gaming Expo – BEGE and the Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS), both celebrating 15 successful years. The exhibition and the conference will be held on November 27-28. The longevity and continued success of these events underscore their significance in the gaming industry.
Representatives from BEGE & EEGS have participated in ICE London 2024, seizing the opportunity for iGaming industry professionals to connect, network, and lay the groundwork for business growth in the Balkans and Eastern Europe.
Anticipation for BEGE 2024 is already building, with many exhibitors from the previous year securing their space for the upcoming event. This trend is a testament to the positive experiences and business opportunities created through BEGE.
The success of BEGE and EEGS in 2023 was extraordinary, with over 80 exhibitors hailing from 3 continents and 68 countries participating in the exhibition. BEGE 2023 saw a staggering attendance of over 6000 visitors, highlighting its status as a premier gaming expo in the region.
EEGS 2023, the Eastern European Gaming Summit, featured 50 speakers from 25 countries, attracting over 400 delegates to participate in insightful discussions and networking opportunities.
“We are delighted to extend our media partnership with HIPTHER into 2024. Leveraging a robust foundation that we’ve meticulously built, we aim to enhance our past accomplishments, as well as to cultivate fresh successes collaboratively.” – shared Natalia Baevska, Project Manager at BEGE & EEGS.
Zoltan Tundik, Co-Founder and Head of Business at HIPTHER commented: “We at HIPTHER are immensely proud to renew our media partnership with the Balkan Entertainment & Gaming Expo (BEGE) and The Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS). This year, as they celebrate the 15th anniversary of these landmark events, our collaboration stands as a testament to our dedication to the gaming and technology sectors. The success of BEGE and EEGS in recent years, marked by significant international participation and groundbreaking discussions, perfectly aligns with our mission to foster growth and innovation in the industry. As we prepare for an exciting array of events in 2024, we look forward to further elevating our content and networking opportunities, while continuing to showcase the dynamic developments in Central and Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and beyond. Here’s to another year of unparalleled achievements and to making a significant impact on the global stage!”
The renewal of the media partnership between HIPTHER, BEGE, and EEGS underscores a commitment to delivering exceptional content and networking opportunities to the gaming and technology sectors. As HIPTHER prepares for a highly successful calendar of premier GameTech events in 2024, spanning across CEE, the Balkans, and the D-A-CH regions, and with EEGS and BEGE celebrating 15 years of stellar gaming exhibitions, we eagerly anticipate communicating our continued success across Europe and around the world.
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EGT is an official partner of the prestigious “Gaming Industry Gala Dinner”, organized by AOGGAB
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EGT is proud to announce that it is an official partner of the “Gaming Industry Gala Dinner”, organized by the Association of Organizers of Gambling Games and Activities in Bulgaria (AOGGAB) with the support of EUROMAT. The event will be held on November 25 and for the third consecutive year will bring together leading companies and figures from Bulgaria and abroad.
The motto of the gala dinner will be “Together in Europe” and will focus on European integration, professional collaboration, and a shared vision for a sustainable future of the industry.
Traditionally, the “Golden Spade’s” Awards will also be presented during the event. The prizes honor the greatest innovations and the most significant achievements in the sector over the past 12 months. EGT is among the finalists in the competition and will compete for the accolade in the “Most Successful Bulgarian Company Abroad of the Year” and “Slot Machine of the Year” categories.
EGT received the nomination for “Most Successful Bulgarian Company Abroad of the Year” as it is the biggest gaming equipment manufacturer in Bulgaria with 28 international offices on 5 continents. In 2025, it made a large number of installations and substantially increased its footprint in a number of markets. Currently, EGT’s products are present in over 100 jurisdictions around the world.
The company is also a contender for the “Slot Machine of the Year” award. It was shortlisted because of its latest series of slot cabinets Supreme, including 4 models – S 32-32 UP, S 32-32 ST, S 55 S ST, and S 55 V ST. They immediately received high praise from both operators and players for the perfect combination of attractive design, exceptional convenience provided by their numerous ergonomic features, and compatibility with some of the most popular and beloved games from EGT’s portfolio. Supreme slot cabinets have already been installed in a number of gaming venues globally, where they continue to demonstrate excellent results and remain among customers’ favorites.
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2025 BEGE Awards Shortlists
The 2025 BEGE Awards Shortlists Are Here!
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The wait is over! Here are the 2025 BEGE Awards shortlists – showcasing the innovators, leaders, and standout performers shaping the future of gaming.
ONLINE B2B CATEGORIES
1. ONLINE GAME OF THE YEAR
Evoplay – Uncrossable Rush
CT Interactive – Lucky Clover 10
Amusnet – Live Bulgarian Roulette
Wazdan – Mighty Wild
: Jaguar
2. ONLINE PLATFORM OF THE YEAR:
Gamingtech – iGaming platform
Bragg Gaming Group – The Bragg Player Account Management (PAM) platform
Gaming Entertainment – Fortuna platform
3. ONLINE PROVIDER OF THE YEAR:
Amusnet
CT Interactive
7777 Gaming
4. SPORTS BETTING PLATFORM OF THE YEAR:
Gamingtech
Bragg Gaming Group
Altenar
5. INNOVATIVE ONLINE PRODUCT OF THE YEAR
Oddin.gg – BetBuilder
7777 Gaming – iLottery
Bragg Gaming Group – Connect & Collect
Evoplay – Uncrossable Rush
6. ESPORTS SOLUTIONTOOL OF THE YEAR
BETER
Oddin.gg
7. RISING STAR OF THE YEAR
Gamingtech
The Better Platform (TBP)
INTERNATIONAL Hotel Casino & Tower Suites
ONLINE B2C CATEGORIES
1.ONLINE CASINO OPERATOR OF THE YEAR:
Palms Bet
8888.bg
Winbet Online
2. ONLINE SPORTS BETTING OPERATOR OF THE YEAR
Palms Bet
Winbet Online
Totogaming
3. MOBILE APP OF THE YEAR
8888.bg
Palms Bet
4. MARKETING CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR
Palms Bet –‘ The Wild is calling’ – seamlessly connecting the brand’s new in-app game with a grand real-world reward: a camper van
Winbet Online – Exclusive regional partnership with European football powerhouse AC Milan with promotions including club jersey giveaway, special AC Milan bonuses and tickets for VIP fan experience at San Siro Stadium
CT Interactive – King of clovers
5. LOYALTY PROGRAM OF THE YEAR
8888.bg – Kings Club
Winbet Online – WINBET+
6. CUSTOMER SUPPORT OF THE YEAR
Winbet Online
Alphawin
Totogaming
7. RISING STAR OF THE YEAR
Casino.online
LAND-BASED B2B CATEGORIES
1. SLOT MACHINE OF THE YEAR
CT Gaming – Next 32 slot cabinet
Euro Games Technology (EGT) – The G 50 C ST slot cabinet @Amusnet – J 55 Type S slot cabinet
Zitro – CONCEPT
2. SLOT GAME PRODUCT OF THE YEAR
Zitro – Legendary Sword
Apex – Clover Link Elements
IGT – Top Link
3. CASINO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM OF THE YEAR
Euro Games Technology (EGT) – Spider
CT Gaming – Rhino
IGT – IGT Advantage X
4. LIVE GAME PRODUCT OF THE YEAR
Vermantia – CONNECT
5. JACKPOT SYSTEM OF THE YEAR
Euro Games Technology (EGT) – Bell Link
CT Gaming – Diamond Tree Deluxe
Synot – The SUPER LINK
6. INNOVATIVE PRODUCT OF THE YEAR
Vermantia – BettingBoard
JCM Europe GmbH – UBA Ultra
Cards Print – Luxury VIP box
LAND-BASED B2C CATEGORIES
1. SLOT OPERATOR OF THE YEAR
GoldenEye Resort
Palms Bet, Gaming Halls
Palms Merkur Casino
2. INTERNATIONAL CASINO OPERATOR OF THE YEAR
GoldenEye Resort
Palms Royale Sofia
3. CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM OF THE YEAR
Palms Bet, Gaming Halls
Palms Merkur
4. MARKETING CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR
Palms Royale Sofia – Spectacular fashion show featuring world-renowned designer Waleed Atala from Dubai, in partnership with Palms Travel
Cards Print – The launch of the Casino VIP Video Box fully personalized, emotionally driven VIP experience designed to elevate loyalty and prestige in the casino industry.
INDUSTRY CATEGORIES
1. SOCIAL IMPACT INITIATIVE OF THE YEAR
8888.bg – Phoenix of Good – an ongoing initiative that turns success into social impact
2. VISIONARY OF THE YEAR
Euro Games Technology (EGT) – Vladimir Dokov
7777 Gaming – Milen Ganev
The BEGE Awards Ceremony will take place at the exclusive MEGAMI Club, Hotel Marinela, on the evening of 26 November at 19:30. This invitation-only event will gather the industry’s most influential leaders, visionaries, and changemakers for an unforgettable night of recognition and celebration.
Following the awards, guests are invited to continue the festivities at the BEGE Party, where the gaming community will come together to honour the outstanding achievements and trailblazers shaping the industry in 2025.
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EGT Digital Shines at BEGE Expo 2025
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Fresh off its success at SiGMA Central Europe EGT Digital is set to make a strong impression at BEGE Expo 2025, showcasing its award-winning games, enhanced X-Nave platform, and newest iGaming innovations.
Visitors to the EGT Digital booth will experience a full spectrum of entertainment and gaming content – from its 150+ in-house developed slot titles and popular jackpots like Bell Link, Clover Chance, and Gods & Kings Link, to the Aggregator platform, which now provides seamless access to over 13,000 games from 200+ global providers.
A central highlight of the showcase will be the X-Nave Platform – EGT Digital’s all-in-one modular iGaming ecosystem built for speed, scalability, and total control. Integrating Casino, Sportsbook, Payment Gateway, and streamlined compliance support, the platform empowers Оperators to elevate player engagement, deliver personalized user journeys, and accelerate business growth across all channels.
With its recent international accolade and a rapidly expanding global footprint, EGT Digital continues to strengthen its position as a key force in shaping the future of digital gaming.
Visit EGT Digital at stand 2.22 at BEGE Expo 2025 to discover innovation in motion.
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