Cyprus Gaming Show 2019 - Recap Day 1

The two-day Cyprus Gaming Show (CGS) opened today at the Hilton Cyprus in Nicosia, capital of Cyprus.

The event kicked off with a warm welcome from the chairperson, David Schollenberger, Director, Policy and Compliance of Cyprus National Gaming & Casino Supervision Commission. David set the scene of the next two days, by highlighting the key challenges and opportunities in the Cyprus market. After his opening remarks, he then handed over to the first speaker, and the event was underway.

Insightful presentations, and a vast array of thought provoking panels were then to follow over the course of the first day of #CGS2019.

Nick Tofiluk, Chief Executive of Cyprus National Gaming & Casino Supervision Commission, kicked off the first presentation discussing strengthening Cyprus’ national gambling framework to enhance administrative cooperation among other regulated markets. Ioanna Fiakkou, Chairwoman of the National Betting Authority of Cyprus, the followed with welcome remarks, focusing on the future landscape of the gambling industry in Cyprus.

Andreas Matsas, CEO of Sibilla Solutions, thereafter moderated the interactive panel discussion on the ICR benefits to Cyprus’ economy and its impact on the gross domestic product and effective processes in tackling unemployment.

In addition to the above discussions, day one of CGS was filled with various practical and fruitful discussions, led by experienced local and international speakers. The full presentations can be found on www.cyprusgamingshow.com next week.

“Day one has exceeded our expectations, although a lot of work need to be done in order to capatalise from the unlimited opportunities Cyprus has to offer. Working closely with the National Betting Authority of Cyprus and The Cyprus National Gaming & Casino Supervision Commission, we have the right connections and formula to open up Cyprus as the next iGaming hub in the region. The 3rd Annual Cyprus Gaming Show, which attracted major operators such as Megabet Plus and Parimatch, has provided software providers, payment solutions and relevant stakeholders such as BetConstruct, Digitain, ECOMMPAY, Digital Choo, Quazard Uncharted Gaming, Infocredit Group, Russian Media Group and others, the opportunity to grow within the Eastern Mediterranean gaming market. We hope to continue to grow the iGaming market in this region for the years to come.” – Yudi Soetjiptadi, Managing Director, Eventus International

Day one of #CGS2019 ended off with an exclusive networking cocktail reception, hosted by the proud producers, Eventus International, providing all attendees the opportunity to network within a relaxed and sociable atmosphere to discuss the highlights of the first day of Cyprus Gaming Show 2019.