G GATE in Tbilisi: 1x Team Forges Partnerships for the Future

The recent G GATE conference in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, provided a key platform for the iGaming sector. Industry representatives, including the 1x team, used the event to connect and explore new avenues for collaboration. The organizers expressed their satisfaction.

Such industry events are crucial for the ongoing development of digital gambling. They often spark the ideas that later evolve into innovations or new business models. Despite all digital possibilities, face-to-face conversations remain a central building block for trust in a globalized industry.

Numbers and facts

The G GATE Conference 2026 took place from June 26-27 at Expo Georgia in Tbilisi. The event attracted over 7,000 industry representatives. These included affiliate experts, advertisers, arbitration teams, webmasters, and partner programs. More than 100 booths were presented, and over 50 speakers shared their insights. The 1x team highlighted that the VIP lounge became a hub where one meeting flowed into the next, and discussions went far beyond typical networking. N1 Partners, another major industry player, sponsored one of the conference zones and offered refreshments at a coconut station. Their participation underscores the competition and the drive of providers to showcase themselves at such events. They offered partners a 15 percent discount on ticket purchases with the code N1PARTNERS. The 1x team emphasized the progression from ideas to discussions and conversations to real plans for future collaboration.

Background

The annual G GATE Conferences are among the most important meeting points for the gambling industry in the region. They have been held regularly since 2026. The dynamic nature of the iGaming sector requires constant exchange. New technologies, regulatory adjustments, and changing player habits make such events essential. Companies like the 1x team look to these platforms to expand their presence and enter new markets.

"Good exhibitions end with a list of new contacts. The best ones lead to new partnerships and tangible results." - Press Spokesperson for the 1x Team, G GATE Conference 2026.

This statement encapsulates the essence of such events. It is not just about exchanging business cards. It is about building sustainable relationships.

Why it matters for German players

For German players, such international industry events have an indirect but important significance. They show how dynamic and diverse the global gambling market is. At the same time, they underscore the necessity of clear regulation. In Germany, the market has been strictly regulated since the Gambling State Treaty (GlüStV 2021) came into force. The Joint Gambling Authority of the Federal States (GGL) licenses and supervises online casinos. Players enjoy a high standard of protection here. This includes a deposit limit of 1,000 Euros per month and a stake limit of 1 Euro per spin on slot machines. The central self-exclusion system LUGAS ensures compliance with these limits. Offshore casinos, often present at such conferences, do not adhere to these rules. While they offer access to a wider range of games and higher stakes, German players do not enjoy player protection according to German standards there. Licensed German providers, however, guarantee audited payout percentages and extensive prevention measures against gambling addiction. The participation of many international providers at conferences like G GATE indicates that they may not necessarily be interested in the German market with its strict rules.

What it means for GGL-licensed casinos

For GGL-licensed casinos, such conferences are less about direct casino-to-casino partnerships. They are more an opportunity to observe technological innovations and market trends. The strict licensing requirements in Germany dictate which games can be offered and how marketing must be designed. The 1 Euro stake limit and the monthly deposit limit are fixed components. Bonus systems are also heavily restricted to minimize the risk of addiction. A casino licensed in Germany cannot simply adopt offers from offshore providers. Instead, they must focus on compliance with German regulations. The GGL is very vigilant here and consistently penalizes violations. While the 1x team discussed growth and new collaborations at G GATE in Tbilisi, German providers focus on the stability and security of their regulated offerings. This is the big difference. The focus of GGL-licensed casinos is on trust and sustainability for players in Germany.