EurAsia
Fast Track’s Simon Lidzén Wins Best CEO 2024 Award at Sigma Eurasia
In recognition of his visionary leadership within the iGaming industry, Simon Lidzén, co-founder and CEO of Fast Track, has been honoured with the prestigious Best CEO 2024 award at the Sigma Eurasia event.
The award – granted annually to exceptional industry leaders – not only recognises Lidzén’s outstanding leadership but also Fast Track’s significant contributions to the digitalisation of the iGaming industry and inspiring teams and businesses to embrace change with cutting-edge technologies and AI.
His ability to set and commit to a strategic vision and provide direction, coupled with a deep commitment to fostering a culture and environment where the team can succeed, has placed Fast Track at the forefront of the industry, earning the company a world-class NPS of +77 and Great Place to Work certification for two consecutive years, with a Trust Index of 91% ranking Fast Track amongst the best employers in the world.
Reflecting on this achievement, Lidzén highlights the unwavering commitment and innovative spirit of the Fast Track team: “I’m truly honoured by this award. It was something I never saw coming. I’m very passionate about driving change, and I get to do that every single day with my team at Fast Track. They’re the most incredible and capable group of people I’ve ever worked with. They push me to be better every day, and therefore, this award is as much theirs as it is mine.”
As Fast Track continues to push the boundaries of innovation and service excellence, Simon Lidzén’s leadership remains a driving force behind the company’s success and its lasting impact on the iGaming industry.
Digitain
Digitain Earns Double Nomination at SiGMA Eurasia Awards 2026
Digitain has secured two prestigious nominations for the SiGMA Eurasia Awards 2026, contending for both Best Sports Provider and Best Platform Provider.
These nominations reflect Digitain’s continued focus on building technology that delivers measurable value for operators. From advanced sportsbook functionality to a robust, scalable platform ecosystem, every solution is designed with one clear goal: turning features into figures.
The SiGMA Eurasia Awards are widely regarded as one of the industry’s most respected benchmarks, celebrating companies that push boundaries while delivering real-world results. Digitain’s nominations reinforce its position as a trusted B2B partner for ambitious operators looking to lead in competitive markets.
Being recognised in the Sports Provider and Platform Provider categories highlights Digitain’s holistic approach, showcasing how they combine technology, data and human expertise to support sustainable operator growth.
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Conferences
Champions Club Bound for Dubai
GR8 Tech’s Champions Club invites participants of SiGMA Eurasia to booth 14G from February 9-11 in Dubai, UAE.
The company attends the event as a double finalist in the AIBC Eurasia Awards 2026, with GR8 Tech nominated for Best Platform Provider and its unique affiliate management solution Aff.Tech vying for the Best Affiliate Software award. The ceremony for the awards will occur at SiGMA Eurasia.
At the Champions Club, GR8 Tech will present a comprehensive array of its B2B offerings, featuring its premier Crypto Turnkey and Hyper Turnkey, along with its Championship configurations—ready-to-use platform packages that allow clients to access target markets in just 3 weeks. Guests can connect with the team to explore partnership possibilities in MENA and other rapidly growing areas.
“SiGMA Eurasia is a key event for us as we continue expanding in the region, and being recognised as finalists in two AIBC categories validates the work our teams have put into building technology that delivers real results for operators,” said Sergey Ghazaryan, CRO at GR8 Tech. “We’re looking forward to connecting with both existing partners and new faces at our Champions Club.”
Schedule a meeting with GR8 Tech at SiGMA Eurasia—your place at the Champions Club is waiting.
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Conferences in Europe
Eurasia and the Middle East in Focus at SBC Summit 2025 Emerging Markets Stage
Untapped potential, surging demand, and shifting regulations are putting Eurasia and the Middle East firmly on the iGaming radar.
SBC Summit 2025 will tap into this momentum with a new Emerging Markets: Eurasia & the Middle East track on Wednesday, 17 September at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa (FIL), featuring five powerhouse sessions on market entry, regulation, and long-term growth strategies.
The track will provide in-depth analysis of key jurisdictions, including Georgia, Armenia, Uzbekistan, and the UAE; markets undergoing significant change due to political shifts, evolving regulations, and growing local demand.
Sessions will offer practical guidance on entering and operating in these regions, with a focus on understanding regulatory frameworks and adapting to local market conditions.
Rasmus Sojmark, Founder and CEO of SBC, said: “Eurasia and the Middle East are a core focus for SBC Summit 2025. The opportunities here are real, but so are the challenges. Long-term success means understanding the local landscape and building genuine relationships on the ground.
“With this track, we want delegates to hear directly from the people who know these markets best, and to walk away with strategies they can put to work straight away.”
The track will open with the Eurasia Leaders Panel: Expansion or Contraction – Which Way Will the Bridge Between Continents Swing?, offering delegates the chance to hear directly from the leaders shaping the market across the Caucasus, Central Asia, and the Balkans. Irakli Asanishvili (Head of Central & Eastern Europe, Flutter International), Adam Lamentowicz (CEO, Superbet Group), Max Potomkin (Deputy CEO, Parimatch), and Simon Westbury (Strategic Advisor, 1xBet) will examine whether political and regulatory pressures could stall momentum in markets like Georgia and Uzbekistan or if the region’s passionate fanbase and tech-savvy operators will continue to fuel expansion.
Following this, Georgia & Armenia Lead the Way will explore how these markets are adapting to recent tax and regulatory changes. Nika Gigashvili (Managing Director / Partner, SMH Global), Giorgi Gvenetadze (CCO, Flutter CEE), Vahagn Tangamyan (Head of Legal Department, Totogaming), and Gega Topuridze (CBDO, Betlive) will discuss how operators can adapt to new frameworks while capitalising on the region’s abundant talent pool and digital infrastructure.
The session Cryptocasinos & Emerging Markets – The Boom Continues will examine the rise of crypto-based gaming models in Eurasia and the Middle East. The panel will bring together Tiago Almeida (CEO, Oddsgate), Andrew Gellatly (Executive Director, Alderney Gambling Control Commission), Stefan Kovach (Founder & CEO, RARER THINGS), Melissa E. Lamb (Director of Sales – Luxury, Payhound), and Tom Waterhouse (Chief Investment Officer, Waterhouse VC) to examine how operators can maximise increasing crypto-adoption while maintaining compliance and responsible frameworks.
Crossing Borders: Cross-Selling in Balkan Markets will bring together regional experts to explore how businesses can thrive in culturally connected markets while navigating diverse regulatory frameworks. Dan Alexandru Ghiță (President, Rombet), Ivan Gojic (Chief Sportsbook Officer, Entain CEE), Rossi McKee (Vice President, CT Gaming), Alexander Popov (Director of Supervision, Gambling & Gambling Activities Directorate, National Revenue Agency (Bulgaria)), Marinos Shiapanis (Co-Founder & CEO, Campeon Gaming), and Artem Skrypnyk (CEO, Favbet Tech) will share their insights on building a consistent brand across multiple jurisdictions without compromising compliance.
Inside the UAE’s Ambitious Vision: Building a World-Class, Regulated, and Responsible Gaming Market from the Ground Up will examine the UAE’s move towards adopting a regulated gambling framework. Garret Greene (SVP Global Relationships, SBC), Christina Hu (Chief Strategy Officer, Momentum), Kevin Mullally (CEO, GCGRA), David Patent (EVP, Wynn Al Marjan Island), Lauralyn Sandoval (Vice President Gaming Strategy and Business Development, Aristocrat), will explore what a regulated betting framework in the region could look like and how the UAE’s approach could influence neighbouring jurisdictions and reshape global perceptions of gaming in the Middle East.
The Emerging Markets: Eurasia & The Middle East track forms part of SBC Summit’s Emerging Markets stage, alongside sessions analysing iGaming and sports betting growth in Africa (Tuesday, 16 September) and Asia (Thursday, 18 September).
Secure your ticket to SBC Summit 2025 today.
Choose from three pass types: VIP Event Pass, Expo+ Pass, or Expo Only Pass. Please note that an Expo Only Pass does not include access to conference panels.
Our Group VIP Event Pass offers three tickets at €400 each (down from €600)—ideal for attending with your team.
Operators and affiliates are eligible for a complimentary passes, simply apply here.
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