DGT

DGT (Digital Game Technology) is the world standard for competitive chess hardware. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Enschede, Netherlands, DGT produces the official clocks and electronic boards endorsed by FIDE, the international chess federation.

The DGT electronic board is the backbone of live game broadcasting at major events, including World Chess Championships, Chess Olympiads, Grand Prix events, and national championships. Games played on DGT boards are transmitted in real time, feeding chess websites and apps worldwide with live move data, eliminating manual entry and reducing broadcast errors.

DGT clocks are found in virtually every serious tournament setting. The DGT3000 is the FIDE-approved standard, built to comply with all FIDE rules and Laws of Chess. Alongside clocks and boards, DGT offers electronic chess pieces, portable chess computers, travel sets, and accessories for clubs and home use.

For over three decades, DGT has been a quiet but essential piece of infrastructure behind competitive chess. If you have ever watched a live game broadcast online, there is a strong chance a DGT board was transmitting it.