Elementor #28592

Conference Zone Hall 3; *for journalists only

1. Online registration is available here. You can pick up your badge onsite at the registration desk in the central foyer at IEC. 2. On-site registration is also available at the registration desk in the central foyer at IEC.

The Official Opening Ceremony will be held in the central foyer at Inter Expo Center.

Dinos Stranomitis – Partner and Co-Founder, Altenar

Speaker: Dr. Ekaterina Hartmann, Director of Legal and Regulatory Affairs at EGBA

Synopsis: The use of influencers in gambling marketing has been a trend for the past years, as is the case in almost every consumer-facing industry. However, it is not without its downsides. For example, their appeal may be considered unethical if their audience is predominantly young. To tackle these issues that influencer marketing is presenting, the European Commission held a consultation on the future Digital Fairness Act that will further regulate the internet for consumers. Thus, rules for influencers will be likely much more strict than the current situation. How is this going to affect gambling operators’ marketing strategies and how much should we bet on their continued use?

Speakers:

Dinos Stranomitis – Partner and Co-Founder Altenar

Francesco Postiglione – CEO Casumo

Alexander Dragoev – Head of Sports and Casino, Vegas Legends

Wojciech Trzaska – Chief Communications Officer, SB Software

Aleksandar Aleksandrov – Project Leader & Software Develop, LINK Mobility

Synopsis: Sports betting is emerging as a key driver of growth in the gaming industry, fueled by rapid expansion and record-breaking revenues across major markets.

Innovations in AI, machine learning, and emerging formats are transforming the user experience and unlocking new business opportunities.

At the same time, the growing need for regulation and responsible practices is essential to ensure sustainable development.

This session will explore how sports betting is shaping the future of the industry through growth, innovation, and accountability.

Speakers:

Joerg Hofmann, Partner, Melchers Law Firm

Cosmina Maria Simon, Managing Partner, WH Partners

Quirino Mancini, Partner/Director WH Partners

Synopsis:

As governments tighten regulations and increase taxes on gambling, the relationship between operators and regulators is under growing pressure. This session examines how industry leaders can go beyond mere compliance to engage proactively with policymakers, foster public trust, and contribute to a regulatory framework that balances robust consumer protection with long-term market sustainability.

Speakers:

Dmitry Starostenkov – CEO, EvenBet

Francesco Postiglione – CEO Casumo

Martina Dixey – Regulatory Compliance Director, SLA & Compliance, Playtech Bulgaria

Rossi McKee – Co-Founder, Telematic Interactive Bulgaria AD and Group of Companies, Honorary Chair, AGIB and Founder, Responsible Gaming Foundation

Synopsis: What will the iGaming industry look like in 2030? Technology, regulation, and consumer expectations are evolving at an unprecedented pace. In this session, leading operators, suppliers, and experts will share their predictions for the future of online betting, casino gaming, and innovation in the sector.

Synopsis: Artificial intelligence is transforming how the industry manages risk, ensures regulatory compliance, and protects vulnerable players. From detecting suspicious transactions to predicting harmful gambling behavior, AI is becoming a vital ally in combating money laundering and promoting responsible gaming. This session will explore how these technologies help operators stay competitive and ethical in an increasingly regulated and complex environment.

Moderator: Rossi McKee – Co-Founder, Telematic Interactive Bulgaria AD and Group of Companies, Honorary Chair, AGIB and Founder, Responsible Gaming Foundation

Speakers:

Pieter Remmers – Secretary General, EASG

James Illingworth – Vice President of Sales EMEA, GLI Europe

Elliot Yeung – BetBuddy Program Lead, Playtech Managed Services

Daniel Gambin – Co-Founder & CEO, Letzz.io

Synopsis: Artificial intelligence is transforming how the industry manages risk, ensures regulatory compliance, and protects vulnerable players.

From detecting suspicious transactions to predicting harmful gambling behavior, AI is becoming a vital ally in combating money laundering and promoting responsible gaming. This session will explore how these technologies help operators stay competitive and ethical in an increasingly regulated and complex environment.

Moderator: Chirstian Radu – ex. Chief of Staff, National Gambling Office Romania – ONJN

Speakers:

Angel Iribozov – Chairman, AGIB

Vasko Ilijevski – President of the Macedonian Sports Betting Association (MSBA)

Ana-Maria Baciu – Managing Partner Baciu Partners

Synopsis: The panel will explore new regulatory models in Southeast Europe, focusing on both the differences and common trends across Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and North Macedonia. Key discussion points will include challenges related to B2B licensing, taxation regimes, and the implementation of technological measures for responsible gambling. Special attention will be given to regulatory fragmentation in the region and opportunities for improved cooperation among regulators. The goal is to identify lessons learned and best practices that can support the more sustainable and predictable development of the gambling industry in SEE.

Speakers:

Simon Thomas – Executive Chairman and majority shareholder of Hippodrome Casino

Wojciech Trzaska – Chief Communications Officer, SB Software

Elliot Yeung – BetBuddy Program Lead, Playtech Managed Services

Sonya Nikolova – APEX

Synopsis: Regulators are increasingly attempting to replicate online gambling regulations within traditional licensed venues like casinos. These include requirements for limit-setting, player tracking and automated interventions. While technology has the potential to support harm prevention, there is a risk that in seeking to mimic online protections we lose sight of traditional, human-based approaches to customer wellbeing. This panel will discuss the ways in which technology can support rather than replace traditional techniques and what operators need to do to assist regulators in understanding the appropriateness of online controls for a land-based setting.