About BTAMOGI
The Bulgarian Trade Association of Manufacturers and Operators in the Gaming Industry /BTAMOGI/ was established in 1992 as an independent, voluntary non-profit organization that comprises individuals and companies producing gaming equipment and/or operating gambling facilities and related activities. BTAMOGI is the main representative body of those involved in the gaming industry in Bulgaria and protects the interests of its members. It unites the operators of the 40 largest gaming halls in the country and 70 % of Bulgarian gaming equipment manufacturers. BTAMOGI’s membership includes individuals who have experience in managing gaming halls and casinos for over 15 years. Since its establishment the Association’s main responsibility has been in the process of approving legislation for the regulation of gaming in Bulgaria.
The Association was closely involved in discussions about Bulgarian Gaming Law, which has been adopted since June 4th, 1999. Many of the proposals made by the Association have been incorporated into Bulgarian Gaming Law and the preceding Decree for the terms and procedures for the issue of permits for organizing gambling games. The Association has set a broad range of goals, related to raising the profile and prestige of the gaming industry, protecting the interests of its members and protecting the public interest. Some of the main activities of the Association include: working towards the implementation of unified standards in the gaming industry and their harmonization with international standards; providing assistance with improving the legal framework in Bulgaria and abroad, regulating public relations related to the gaming industry; providing support to problem gambling campaigns by taking part in organizing and sponsoring educational and medical programs, special courses and other suitable initiatives.
The Association devotes a part of its income as donations and sponsorships to: - The Bulgarian Union of Blind and Deaf people as well as other handicapped people
- Bulgarian artists, musicians, other cultural figures and young talents Since 2005 the association has held a bi-annual seminar, attended by casino and gaming site operators from all over the country, where the latest innovations within the different aspects of the gaming industries have been introduced and discussed, including: new technologies in gaming equipment and management, legislative issues relevant to gaming business and protection of intellectual property.
With the aim to present to the global audience, the advantages and the unique features of the Balkan region, revealing its huge potential for development of gaming and entertainment business in 2008 was presented the new initiative of BTAMOGI - Balkan Entertainment and Gaming Expo /BEGE/ and Eastern European Gaming Summit /EEGS/
Another initiative of the Association is the magazine Game Spectrum which is the only magazine focused on the gaming and entertainment industry on the Balkans and in Eastern Europe and informs about the latest developments and innovations in the Industry.