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Aleatrust Signs Up as Supporting Member of the Austrian Sports Betting Association

April 20, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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The Austrian Sports Betting Association (OSWV) has welcomed Aleatrust as a new supporting member on board.

Above all, the comprehensive training offered by the E-Casino Academy launched by Aleatrust, which also focuses on the needs of the sports betting industry, is an important asset that will also be available to OSWV members from now on. Central topics such as money laundering prevention, data protection, data security and compliance, including anti-corruption, whistleblower protection and code of conduct, are of central importance here and are comprehensively covered by the E-Casino Academy.

Sharif Shoukry, Managing Director of OSWV, said: “The new active supporting membership of Aleatrust is an important step forward for the OSWV and its members. It provides access to tailor-made training that is specifically tailored to the requirements and challenges of our industry. We are convinced that this cooperation will make a significant contribution to professionalization and security in the Austrian sports betting market.”

A significant benefit of the partnership is the availability of their training programs online, allowing OSWV members to access essential knowledge anytime and anywhere. This flexible learning environment offers an optimal solution to meet the need for continuous education and training without relying on traditional, time- and location-bound training formats. This type of training not only saves valuable resources, but also allows for consistent and high-quality training of employees, regardless of their individual schedules or the location of the company.

“To be accepted into the circle of supporting members of the OSWV is a great recognition for Aleatrust. It confirms our commitment and expertise in developing and delivering world-class training programs that are specifically tailored to the gambling and sports betting industry,” Niklas Sattler, Managing Director of Alatrust, said.

Particularly noteworthy is the specialised course on money laundering prevention, developed in collaboration with the renowned expert Dr. Elena Scherschneva. Given their extensive experience and recognized expertise in training employees of numerous sportsbooks, the availability of this course online represents a unique opportunity for members to benefit from the highest level of expertise. This underscores the OSWV’s commitment not only to strengthen the industry in terms of compliance and security, but also to promote a responsible and honest betting environment.

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Wazdan amplifies Swiss presence with Swiss4Win launch

April 19, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Wazdan, the gain-focused developer behind some of the world’s most rewarding casino game experiences has further expanded in the regulated Swiss market, taking its games live with Swiss4Win.

The collaboration enhances Wazdan’s profile in the country with Swiss4Win’s leading online gambling platform revolutionising player experiences with the introduction of the studio’s exciting range of games.

As Wazdan continues to deliver the world’s most rewarding casino game experiences, this new partnership heralds a new era of entertainment. Players can look forward to a diverse selection of captivating slots designed to appeal to Swiss players.

In conjunction with this partnership, Swiss4Win unveils its new website, meticulously crafted to enhance user engagement. The platform boasts a cutting-edge SEO-oriented design, complemented by a sleek dark mode interface. With a heightened focus on slot providers, the website features a dedicated page showcasing premier gaming offerings.

Radka Bacheva, Head of Sales and Business Development at Wazdan, said: “We’re excited to join forces with swiss4win.ch to introduce our latest games to players worldwide. This collaboration represents a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in the iGaming industry.”

Paolo Sanvido, Chief Executive Officer at Casino Lugano and Swiss4Win, added: “Wazdan’s distinguished reputation stems from its exceptional graphics and innovative features, which have resonated with players globally. Its dedication to crafting enriching casino experiences offers players greater control over their gaming preferences and seamlessly aligns with our audience’s interests.”

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12 years of LOTTO24: German market leader for online lotteries presents record figures

April 4, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Market leader for online lotteries in Germany celebrates its twelfth anniversary
More than 1.7 billion euros in winnings paid out and over 5.3 million customers
In addition, more than 1.5 billion euros raised for society

Twelve years of LOTTO24: the leading provider of online lotteries in Germany is celebrating its birthday today. In 2012, LOTTO24 was the first German company to bring lotteries to the Internet. Just one year later, LOTTO24 had established itself as the online market leader in the lottery sector in Germany. Another three years later, in 2016, one million loyal customers were playing regularly at LOTTO24. Since 2019, the company has officially been part of the ZEAL Group and not only allows participation in state lotteries via its web stores, but also in a continuously growing portfolio of online games. In addition, LOTTO24 also offers two charity lotteries of its own, freiheit+ and Deutsche Traumhauslotterie.

Twelve-year success story “Made in Germany”

In twelve years of company history, LOTTO24 has already made more than 5.3 million customers dream and paid out a record total winning amount of more than 1.7 billion euros. Last year alone, LOTTO24 produced more record winners than any other lottery provider in Germany. The last big winner was just a few weeks ago: In February, a 49-year-old LOTTO24 player from Bavaria hit the 62 million euro jackpot.

Twelve years of commitment for society

What many people don’t know: Every ticket submitted to LOTTO24 over the past twelve years has been used to support society in the areas of education, health, culture and family. In addition, a large proportion of the proceedings from the company’s own charity lotteries freiheit+ and Deutsche Traumhauslotterie are also used to support educational projects. In total, LOTTO24 has raised more than 1.5 billion euros for society over the past twelve years.

“We are proud of twelve extremely successful years of LOTTO24,” says Andrea Behrendt, CFO of LOTTO24. “The density of winners among our customers is exceptionally high and we are delighted that we have made more than 5.3 million players dream in recent years. We will continue to keep our fingers crossed for all our customers and define the future of the lottery with new products.”

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HIPTHER’s Prague Gaming & TECH Summit 2024 reaches new milestones with record registrations and prominent sponsors

March 23, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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HIPTHER, a leading event organiser for the iGaming and Technology industries, is proud to announce that the 2024 edition of their Prague Gaming & TECH Summit has achieved record-breaking registrations and secured the support of renowned sponsors from the iGaming, compliance, and Web3 sectors.

The Prague Gaming & TECH Summit 2024, the eighth edition of HIPTHER’s boutique conference, stands as the pioneering event in the heart of Europe, merging the future of iGaming and Technology. Guided by the principle ‘Via Infinita’ – the boundless journey of discovery – the conference is set to reach new heights.

On March 25th, #hipthers will welcome more than 250 registered participants and over 90 speakers, sponsored by distinguished companies from iGaming, compliance, and technology.

HIPTHER is honoured to have received increased sponsorship interest from the gaming and technology ecosystems. The #hipthers express their gratitude to GR8 Tech, Atlas-IAC, SYNOT Games, NSoft, Endorphina, Relax Gaming, Pixpel, Nordic Gambling, Gaming in Poland and the Institute for Gambling Regulation in the Czech Repulic for their invaluable contribution to the premier iGaming and tech event in Central and Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and Germany, Austria and Switzerland (D-A-CH) regions.

Zoltán Tűndik, Co-founder of HIPTHER, the company behind the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit, said: “As we approach another edition, the Summit continues to embody our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and the exploration of future frontiers. It’s a testament to the power of community and the endless possibilities when we come together to shape the future.”

HIPTHER looks forward to welcoming the distinguished 250+ participants of the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit, including top-tier executives, compliance experts, government officials, and thought leaders across iGaming, eSports, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, Virtual/Augmented/Mixed Reality, for an extraordinary experience of learning and networking!

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HIPTHER’s Prague Gaming & TECH Summit 2024 Boasts All-star Sponsors and Record Registrations

March 23, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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HIPTHER, leading event organizers for the iGaming and Technology industries, are thrilled to announce that the 2024 edition of their Prague Gaming & TECH Summit has reached an all-time record of registrations and renowned Speakers participations, while being supported by a star-studded lineup of Sponsors from the sectors of iGaming, Compliance, and Web3.

Prague Gaming & TECH Summit 2024 will be the 8th edition of HIPTHER’s boutique conference that stands proudly in the heart of Europe as the pioneering event merging the future of iGaming and Technology. HIPTHER’s guiding principle for 2024,“Via Infinita” – the boundless journey of discovery – set the tone for the conference to reach new heights.

On March 25th, #hipthers will be welcoming more than 250 registered participants and over 90 speakers, sponsored by renowned companies from iGaming, compliance, and technology.

Sponsors Spotlight: The Companies Supporting Prague Gaming & TECH Summit 2024

HIPTHER is proud and humbled to have received increased Sponsorship interest by the gaming and technology ecosystems, gaining the support of innovative and successful companies. The #hipthers are thankful to these amazing sponsors for their invaluable contribution to the Premier iGaming & Tech Event in CEE, the Balkans, and D-A-CH regions:

GR8 Tech – Main Stage Sponsor

GR8 Tech is an International iGaming provider of high-performance Sportsbook and Casino platforms.

Atlas-IAC – Bracelet and Badge Sponsor

Atlas-IAC is a next-generation platform for iGaming operators, built by a team of industry professionals with key development offices in Europe.

SYNOT Games – Lanyards Sponsor

SYNOT Games is an innovative iGaming company crafting visually stunning and highly playable original slots, boasting 130+ titles in several jurisdictions.

NSoft – Pen and Paper Sponsor

NSoft is a B2B software development company specializing in custom software solutions for the iGaming industry.

Endorphina – Party Sponsor of the Endorphina Club 777 Networking Party

Endorphina is a top slot game provider for online casinos, captivating diverse markets by prioritizing player engagement.

Relax Gaming – Wellness & Relaxation Sponsor

Relax Gaming Group simplifies B2B content delivery for modern iGaming companies through a vast portfolio of 1000+ casino games.

Pixpel – Delegates Bag Sponsor

Pixpel.io is a multiplatform specialized to provide all-around services for the Web3 community.

Nordic Gambling – Scandinavian Legal Expertise Sponsor

Nordic Gambling is the only legal firm in the Nordic countries which specialises in gambling related law such as licensing, compliance advice and public affairs.

Gaming in Poland | RM Legal – CEE Legal Expertise Sponsor

Gaming in Poland is the only company in Poland offering multidisciplinary support for gambling industry entities operating in the Polish market.

Institute for Gambling Regulation (IFGR) Czech Republic – Strategic Partner

IFGR is the largest national professional association in the field of gambling, representing 95% of the legal gambling market in the Czech Republic.

Find out more information about the Sponsors at the official Prague Gaming & TECH Summit website.

Zoltan Tuendik, Co-founder of organizing company HIPTHER, commented about the record-breaking numbers of the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit for 2024:

“As we approach another edition, the Summit continues to embody our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and the exploration of future frontiers. It’s a testament to the power of community and the endless possibilities when we come together to shape the future”.

HIPTHER is looking forward to welcoming the distinguished 250+ participants of the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit, including top-tier executives, compliance experts, government officials, and thought leaders across iGaming, eSports, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, Virtual/Augmented/Mixed Reality, for an extraordinary experience of learning and networking!

There is a limited number of spaces still available – Register Now and Join us in Prague!

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Meet GR8 Tech at the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit on March 26-27

March 21, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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Next week, all eyes will be on Prague – more specifically, on the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit, where experts from iGaming, eSports, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, and immersive technologies like Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality will be brought together to discuss fresh industry trends, network, and explore the latest tech developments of the iGaming industry.

GR8 Tech is participating in the event for the second time in a row as the main stage sponsor, confirming its leading role in essential industry discussions. In addition, GR8 Tech CTO Artur Ashyrov will join the event’s speaker lineup in an exclusive one-on-one session on Engineering Excellence. In an engaging conversation with Zoltán Tűndik, Co-Founder at HIPTHER, Artur will touch upon issues such as the impact of emerging technologies, shifts in excellence metrics, client-centric engineering excellence, investment in technology and infrastructure, and more, bringing his expertise as an experienced technology professional and the visionary behind GR8 Tech’s stellar engineering team.

Artur’s ‘Engineering Excellence’ session will be held on March 26, from 10:15 through 10:45 CET, within the Compliance & Operations Hub of the conference.

For more information about GR8 Tech, its products, and cooperation opportunities, feel free to reach out to Maria, Global PR & Content Manager at GR8 Tech, who will be attending the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit, via email or LinkedIn.

Experience the red carpet glamour at the exclusive Endorphina Club Party!

March 20, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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One of the leading casino game makers in the iGaming world, Endorphina, has recently announced a spectacular night of fun and networking at the luxurious Endorphina Club Party. The event will be held on March 26th at the Theater Royale in Prague, carrying the theme Casino Royale 777.

This year will be the second edition of the Endorphina Club, and customers have already shown massive interest in the event. An additional reason for the excitement this year is the prestigious GamingTECH CEE Awards 2024 Ceremony, which will be hosted by Endorphina and its partner Hipther. The awards hold great significance in the iGaming world, as they celebrate industry excellence in Central and Eastern Europe, embracing the latest advancements and trends. After the ceremony, the winners will be announced on the stage of the ROYAL Theatre & Club Chic.

All Endorphina Club attendees will be welcomed by a red carpet entrance followed by a Martini welcome drink. Endorphina also announced that the popular video booth – spin 360 will also make an appearance. The Endorphina Club Party is set out to be a very glamorous night, filled with excellent networking opportunities. During the event, attendees will enjoy a Burlesque performance, catering and drinks, music, dancing, and a lot of mingling!

Register for the exclusive Endorphina Club Party here and grab your chance to receive the ultimate Casino Royale experience. Don’t forget to respect the dress code by wearing the most smart casual outfit you have!

Gaming Meets Business – Hamburg Games Conference 2024 brings the international games industry together

March 8, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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The 15th Hamburg Games Conference (HGC) gathered about 365 international trade visitors and 42 speakers from 255 companies in Hamburg on March 5 and 6. At the business conference, participants exchanged views on the status quo of the games industry and made valuable contacts in the historic Altonaer Museum. With a focus on current topics such as waves of layoffs and studio shutdowns as well as impulses for the future of the industry, the Hamburg Games Conference is once again positioning itself as a fixture in the games industry’s event calendar. On the first day of the conference, Hamburg’s First Mayor Dr. Peter Tschentscher gave a welcome address and took a tour of the conference to learn more about the current challenges facing the games industry.

The program offered a total of 17 talks, 5 panel discussions, the workshop “The Current Challenges for Public and Private Funding in Europe” with Prof. Odile Limpach, the roundtable “State of the Art of Artificial Intelligence Use Cases in the Games and Entertainment Industries” with Dr. Ralph Oliver Graef and Fabian Stösser, and the Indie Arena Booth Pitch Royal. In the Expo Area, 20 games companies and service providers, including Alibaba Cloud, Giants Software, Reactional Music, and several indie studios, presented themselves to trade visitors, who were also able to meet up in 470 meetings and an exclusive get-together event via the MeetToMatch matchmaking platform.

With the theme “Gaming meets Business”, the two stages focused on investments and licensing, current M&A trends, AI and technological innovations in game development, case studies on best practices, and panels on the state of the games industry.

Thanks to the free opportunity tickets sponsored by industry partners Plitch, InnoGames, Chrono Games, Marchsreiter Communications, Polaris, Immutable and IGDA, 70 people affected by layoffs were able to attend the HGC and benefit from the comprehensive program and matchmaking opportunities.

“In the current situation where waves of layoffs are the order of the day, our Opportunity Ticket campaign is our contribution to allowing those affected by layoffs to get in touch with potential employers. There is so much talent in the games industry and the industry needs to keep these experts,” says Wolf Lang, Managing Director of Super Crowd about the Opportunity Ticket campaign.

Exclusive in-person event with tailor-made matchmaking

“On its two conference days, the Hamburg Games Conference once again set topics, facilitated new collaborations, and made Hamburg the top choice for all things games. Whether in the lecture halls, in the Expo area, or the Meet to Match area, the need for exchange in the industry could be felt everywhere,” commented Dr. Ralph Graef, Managing Partner of GRAEF Rechtsanwälte.

Many international games companies on-site

The Hamburg-based companies Sunday, Bigpoint, The Sandbox, InnoGames, and 1SP Agency Holding supported HGC 2024 as enablers and on the Advisory Board. Many thanks also go to further sponsors Alibaba Cloud, 4Players, Bytro, Photon, Playa Games, Threaks, Tiny Roar, gamigo, Giant Games, Reactional Music, Neox Studios and Québec.

Speakers at this year’s Hamburg Games Conference came from the renowned companies Remedy Entertainment, Keen Games, Metacore, Thunderful Group, The Sandbox, Animoca Brands, Bigpoint, InnoGames, Sunday, Gamelight, London Venture Partners, Gamesindustry.biz, WINGS Interactive, Chrono Games, Lowbirth Games, Tabbler, Gamelight, Agnitio Capital, stillalive studios, Drake Star Partners, ROCKFISH Games, Spielworks, SpielFabrique 360°, Layer, The Sandbox, Rise and Play, Whow Games, 1SP Agency Holding, VIZTA Digital, Super Crowd Entertainment, GRAEF Rechtsanwälte, PATI, Dotemu, Team17, INSTINCT3 and Azerion.

HIPTHER Announces Online Voting Session for GamingTECH Awards 2024, Leading to the Grand Event at the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit

February 12, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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HIPTHER, leading event organizer specializing in the Gaming and Technology sectors, is excited to announce the Online Voting Session for the prestigious GamingTECH Awards 2024. This year, the Awards honouring excellence in GameTech in Central and Eastern Europe, will take place at the highly anticipated Prague Gaming & TECH Summit on 26 March.

The GamingTECH Awards is a celebration of industry excellence in the CEE region. Embracing the latest advancements and trends, the awards highlight exceptional achievements across various categories, from companies of a global calibur.

Following the Online Nomination Period that took place between 16 October – 31 December, 2023, the time has come for all the Nominees to be revealed and offered for the Online Voting Session which will determine the Shortlists for each Category.

The Online Voting Process

The Online voting session will run between 12-29 February, 2024, and the Online Voting System is open and ready to receive your votes here. The platform allows one vote per IP address every 24 hours, so get your devices ready, and start voting for your company or favourite nominees!

The Shortlists Announcement is scheduled for 4 March, 2024.

GamingTECH Awards Categories

HIPTHER has introduced four strategic Category Sections covering all critical aspects of Gaming operations and technology: two Operator Categories, six B2B Sports Betting & Casino Categories, four Auxiliary Service Provider Categories focusing on Affiliate Marketing, Payments and Testing Laboratories, and one special Category for the Top Supporter of Responsible Gambling.

All GamingTECH Awards 2024 Categories:

Best Support for Responsible Gambling
Best Testing Laboratory
Best Payments Service Provider
Best Affiliate
Best Affiliate Program
Best Sports Betting Provider
Rising Star – Sports Betting Technology
Best Esports Service Provider
Best Online Casino Platform
Rising Star – Online Casino Technology
Online Casino Innovator
Best Online Casino
Best Sports Betting Operator

Final Vote & Ceremony – The “Endorphina Club & GamingTECH CEE Awards 2024 Ceremony”

The Final Vote will be cast during the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit by its participants on 26 March 2024. The Winners will be announced and awarded the same day in an exclusive evening gathering – the Endorphina Club networking party – that promises to be a highlight of the year for the gaming and technology industry in Central and Eastern Europe. Introduced in 2023, this event is back by popular demand, thanks to the overwhelming response it received.

Hosted and sponsored by Endorphina, a leading name in the iGaming industry, this gathering is a perfect opportunity for professionals, enthusiasts, and experts to meet for an unforgettable night celebrating the industry’s Winners and coming together.

Make sure to cast your votes in the Online Voting Session and Stay Tuned for the Shortlists Announcements!

Join us at the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit for the GamingTECH Awards 2024, to promote your company, network and learn from the brightest minds and professionals of Gaming and Technology!

33 new millionaires at LOTTO24 in 2023

January 30, 2024 Published by EuropeanGaming.eu

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2023 was a good year for lottery players – the jackpots of Germany’s most popular lotteries, Eurojackpot and LOTTO 6aus49, reached record levels several times over. The players of LOTTO24 AG had particular reasons to celebrate last year: the market leader for online lotteries paid out a record prize sum of EUR 615,213,517 to almost 1.6 million winners in 2023. A total of 33 players became millionaires! This includes players of the LOTTO24 and Tipp24 brands. Most of the winners came from North Rhine-Westphalia (19.1 percent), Bavaria (16.1 percent) and Baden-Württemberg (13.7 percent). The highest winnings were paid out in Hamburg last year – more than EUR 169.6 million went to players from the Hanseatic city in northern Germany!

Three record winnings

Playing the lottery and suddenly becoming one of the richest Germans – that’s what happened to three LOTTO24 players last year. The biggest prize was won by a 36-year-old from Hamburg: he won more than EUR 117 million in Eurojackpot last August. He was closely followed by a 61-year-old LOTTO24 player from Bremerhaven, who won more than EUR 107 million in Eurojackpot in January. In third place is a 63-year-old from Hamburg who won EUR 45 million in LOTTO 6aus49 in April.

Most prizes were won in these lotteries

The luckiest lottery last year was once again Eurojackpot: LOTTO24 AG players won an impressive total of EUR 354,607,865 in this lottery. In second place is LOTTO 6aus49 with winnings of EUR 189,890,111, while the supplementary lottery Spiel 77 is in third place with winnings of EUR 18,769,981.

“In the past year, LOTTO24 has become a real hotbed of winners,” says Andrea Behrendt, CFO of LOTTO24 AG. “We are delighted and proud to have helped so many of our customers fulfill their dreams last year and are keeping our fingers crossed for all players in the new year.”

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Aleatrust Signs Up as Supporting Member of the Austrian Sports Betting Association

Wazdan amplifies Swiss presence with Swiss4Win launch

12 years of LOTTO24: German market leader for online lotteries presents record figures

HIPTHER’s Prague Gaming & TECH Summit 2024 reaches new milestones with record registrations and prominent sponsors

HIPTHER’s Prague Gaming & TECH Summit 2024 Boasts All-star Sponsors and Record Registrations

Meet GR8 Tech at the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit on March 26-27

Experience the red carpet glamour at the exclusive Endorphina Club Party!

Gaming Meets Business – Hamburg Games Conference 2024 brings the international games industry together

HIPTHER Announces Online Voting Session for GamingTECH Awards 2024, Leading to the Grand Event at the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit

The Online Voting Process

GamingTECH Awards Categories

Final Vote & Ceremony – The “Endorphina Club & GamingTECH CEE Awards 2024 Ceremony”

33 new millionaires at LOTTO24 in 2023

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