We are aware of stolen hardware and take these reports very seriously and understand the frustration of affected exhibitors.
Since many requests reached us, we would like to inform about general security regulations at the event:
Uniformed guards provide general security across
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Gamescom's statement calls the thefts "individual cases" and stresses optional extra stand security/insurance, but multiple exhibitors reported laptops stolen overnight from restricted business and indie area booths despite purported 24/7 general security.
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