BEGE WILL TAKE PLACE. FACTS SPEAK LOUDER THAN RUMORS. For the past seventeen years, the Association of the Gaming Industry in Bulgaria (AGIB) has proudly organized and developed the Balkan Entertainment and Gaming Expo (BEGE), alongside the Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS). Throughout these years, we have overcome numerous challenges – including economic crises, legislative changes, the global pandemic, market disruptions, and repeated attempts to spread speculation. Despite all of this, BEGE and EEGS have taken place successfully every year thanks to the trust and support of our exhibitors, partners, visitors, and the gaming industry as a whole. Today, Bulgaria Read More
The Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) will host a new webinar, “The EU Pay Transparency Directive: Is the Gaming Industry Ready for 2026?”, bringing together leading legal and human resources professionals to discuss one of the most significant workplace regulatory developments facing European businesses. Scheduled for 10 June at 13:00 CET, the webinar will examine the implications of the EU Pay Transparency Directive and provide practical guidance for gaming companies preparing for its implementation. The Directive introduces new obligations aimed at strengthening pay transparency and promoting equal pay across the European Union. As organizations work toward compliance ahead of the Read More
The Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) will host a new webinar, “The EU Pay Transparency Directive: Is the Gaming Industry Ready for 2026?”, bringing together leading legal and human resources professionals to discuss one of the most significant workplace regulatory developments facing European businesses. Scheduled for 10 June at 13:00 CET, the webinar will examine the implications of the EU Pay Transparency Directive and provide practical guidance for gaming companies preparing for its implementation. The Directive introduces new obligations aimed at strengthening pay transparency and promoting equal pay across the European Union. As organizations work toward compliance ahead of the Read More
iGaming Republic bring together operators, suppliers, regulators, and players to share experiences, exchange ideas, and build a genuine sense of community.They’re not a traditional newspaper – they’re a modern publishing and media distribution network built for a digital-first world. Their mission is to make industry information move faster, reach farther, and spark better conversations. iGaming Republic follow the highest editorial standards and believe in telling the truth – never skewing reality to push a narrative. With 25+ years of combined iGaming experience, they understand the industry’s nuances and bring that knowledge to every piece of content they share.
Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) 2026 are proud to announce that Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) will once again join the event as the official Regulators’ Round Table Sponsor. This long-standing partnership reflects the shared commitment of EEGS and GLI to supporting regulatory excellence, industry integrity, and sustainable growth across the gaming sector in Central and Eastern Europe. Taking place on 25–26 November 2026 in Sofia as part of BEGE Expo 2026, EEGS continues to bring together regulators, operators, suppliers, affiliates, and industry leaders for two days of high-level discussions, networking, and strategic insights. GLI has been a trusted global authority Read More
Wojciech Trzaska is a skilled communications & PR strategist with over 16 years of expertise in the iGaming. As Chief Communications Officer at SB Software, he is the architect behind the company’s compelling brand narrative, communication strategies and impactful messaging that drive business growth. With a professional history at renowned iGaming companies like Bet-at-home.com, Cashpoint (Merkur Group) and Greentube (Novomatic Group), Wojciech combines advanced industry and operational competence with strategic communication expertise to elevate brand visibility and turn it into a powerful tool for the company’s success.
With over 11 years of experience in the betting industry, including 7 years as a marketing specialist, Vasko Ilijevski is the founder and, since 2017, the President of the Macedonian Sports Betting Association (MSBA). As President, his primary focus is on advancing the betting industry by elevating the standards and professionalism within betting shops. This includes promoting globally recognized best practices in gaming, educating players on responsible gaming, and organizing initiatives to underscore the importance of adherence to laws and regulations. He is dedicated to enhancing both legal and regulatory frameworks in the industry to ensure a safer, more transparent Read More
Since 2020 governments around the world realized, despite intense bank lobbying, they cannot ban innovation in finance any longer. Crypto and AI regulations started rolling in, opening the road to mass institutional adoption. Since then Stoyan Atipov is one of the global pioneers leading the way, designing the tools and products of the first licensed crypto-native financial institutions in Singapore and Europe. He is a founder and member of a number of professional organizations, including PAN Blockchain Association and Composite Finance Institute and a PhD candidate in applications and regulation of disruptive innovation in finance. Today he is working with Read More
Simon Thomas is Executive Chairman and majority shareholder of Hippodrome Casino limited, the extensive leisure casino complex in Leicester Square. It is the West End’s premier entertainment venue. 80,000 ft2, employing over 820 people, and entertains over 32,000 customers a week. It has three casinos, ten bars, two restaurants, a theater currently hosting Magic Mike Live, a poker suite, outdoor terraces, private dining rooms, a sports bar and more. He is the chairman of the UK casino industry section of the Betting and Gaming Council and a director of the European Casino Association. Simon has served on the GamCare board Read More
Rossi McKee is an entrepreneur, investor and owner of group of companies focused on online and land-based gaming, digital technologies and etc. As a co-founder and vice president of Telematic Interactive, CT Interactive and CT Gaming she oversees the Company’s global strategy and operation. Her gaming background and experience has been instrumental in opening new markets and leading the expansion in South and North America. Market acquisition for the online gaming and betting vertical are currently in focus as she seeks opportunities and builds partnerships, increasing the number of live markets and driving sales efforts in the region. Her attention Read More
