NETWORKING
Regulatory Gaming Meetups
Networking sessions connecting you with the regulators, legal experts, and decision-makers at the centre of the industry’s most important jurisdictions.
The Regulatory Gaming Meetups are a new series of jurisdiction-focused networking sessions designed to bring together the people driving regulatory, legal, and commercial conversations across the global gaming industry.  Whether you’re exploring market entry, navigating compliance requirements, or building relationships with key stakeholders, these meetups offer a unique opportunity to engage directly with the authorities, experts, and industry leaders influencing local frameworks and future policy direction. Bringing together regulators, operators, affiliates, suppliers, legal professionals, and compliance specialists, each session provides a dedicated forum to exchange insights, discuss emerging challenges, and uncover opportunities within specific markets. The introduction of these sessions reflects SBC’s growing investment in regulatory education and cross-industry collaboration.  Supported by SBC’s landmark partnership with the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) and the International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL), they form part of a broader effort to strengthen regulatory engagement across SBC Summit 2026 and help attendees stay ahead of the developments shaping gaming markets around the world.
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Location

Regulatory Gaming Meetup Lounge (F4-17)

Access

Exclusive to VIP, Business, and Networking Pass holders

Expert-Led

Each meetup is led by a jurisdiction expert with in-depth knowledge of the local regulatory landscape.

Ideal for attendees who:
  • Want to meet regulators, legal experts, and professionals from specific jurisdictions
  • Want to connect with professionals from specific regions or markets
  • Are exploring expansion opportunities into new jurisdictions
  • Want to stay informed on regulatory conversations and market developments
  • Prefer focused networking with relevant industry peers
  • Are looking to build stronger international connections
How it Works
Choose from 21 regulatory meet-ups covering the industry’s most important jurisdictions and regions. From Europe and LATAM to North America, Africa, and Asia, each session offers targeted opportunities to build relationships and gain market-specific insights. Interested? Submit the interest form below to reserve your place. Full details for each Regulatory Meet-Up session, including themes and timings, are listed below. Once the official SBC Connect app launches on 24 August, you’ll be able to secure your spot and manage your meet-up schedule directly through the app.
Reserve Your Spot

10:00 – 11:30

Italy Regulatory Gaming Meetup

As new licence tenders approach, meet the regulators shaping Italy’s gaming market and help influence the next phase of its development through discussions on taxation, AML, and slot mechanics.

10:00 – 11:30

Netherlands & Belgium Regulatory Gaming Meetup

Connect with the gaming authorities of Greece and Cyprus for an exclusive networking opportunity. Discuss everything from age restrictions to black market suppression with the decision-makers shaping this key market.

Main Host(s)

Kansspelautoriteit

Frank Op de Word, CEO

CasinoNiuews

Justin Franssen, Partner

Franssen Tolboom

13:30 – 14:30

Balkans Regulatory Gaming Meetup (Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, Montenegro, Kosovo)

Meet regulators from the emerging Balkan markets of Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro, and Kosovo. Learn about the new Balkan Gaming Federation, network with the region’s key decision-makers, and formulate strategies for market access and expansion.

13:30 – 14:30

CEE Regulatory Gaming Meetup (Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia)

Connect with leading regulatory decision-makers from Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland, Czechia, and Slovakia. Topics covered will include municipal gambling hall reviews, as well as reforms relating to both loss limits and age limits.

Main Host(s)

Ionut-Valeriu Andrei, CEO

Loteria Romana

Alexander Popov, Director of Supervision of Gambling Activities

National Revenue Agency of Bulgaria

15:00 – 16:00

Emirates Regulatory Gaming Meetup (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, RAK)

Get an insider's perspective on the rapidly developing UAE gaming market, discussing licensing, land-based gaming, and crypto with key regulators from the emirates of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Ras Al Khaimah.

15:00 – 16:00

Eurasia Regulatory Gaming Meetup (Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Ukraine)

Bridge two continents with an exclusive networking opportunity across this vast and diverse region, meeting regulators from Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Ukraine. Topics covered will include cross-border cooperation, anti-illegal gambling enforcement, and consumer protection.

Main Host(s)

Zaza Baramidze, CEO

Random Systems Georgia

16:30 – 18:00

LATAM & Brazil Regulatory Gaming Cocktail Hour

An exclusive opportunity to network and debate with regulators from Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Peru, and Brazil, discussing tax increases in the Andean nations, advertising reform in Chile, and regulated gaming enforcement in Brazil and beyond.

16:30 – 18:00

Africa Regulatory Gaming Cocktail Hour

From provincial challenges in South Africa to advertising regulations in Kenya and the state-versus-federal debate in Nigeria, discuss the key issues shaping the regulatory gaming landscape in Africa with the regulators making decisions and determining the future of this dynamic continent.

Main Host(s)

Dr Martin Talian, CEO

Kenya's National Lottery Board

Omer Mohaban, Official Representative

Liberia Online Gaming and Casino Commission

Ivo Bosukov, Chief Strategy Officer

SportPesa Group

10:00 – 11:30

Malta Regulatory Gaming Breakfast

Start the day with the Malta Gaming Authority and other key figures from Europe’s gaming island, and discuss topics ranging from VAT reform and self-exclusion safeguards to the potential of Europe’s first regulated prediction markets.

Main Host(s)

Charles Mizzi, CEO,

Malta Gaming Authority

12:00 – 13:00

Curaçao Regulatory Gaming Meetup

Explore the boundless opportunities for iGaming in Curaçao through in-depth, intimate conversations with the regulators shaping the market.

12:00 – 13:00

India Regulatory Gaming Meetup

In the wake of India’s gambling ban, hear about the legal challenges underway, discuss the burgeoning opportunities in fantasy sports, horse racing, and lotteries, and plan for the future of the industry with some of the subcontinent’s leading experts and decision-makers.

15:00 – 16:00

Finland Regulatory Gaming Meetup

With the new Finnish market set to launch in summer 2027, this meetup is not to be missed. Network with Finland’s key regulators and discuss the end of the state monopoly, player protection mechanisms, and potential changes to the new Gambling Act.

13:30 – 14:30

Nordics & Baltics Regulatory Gaming Meetup (Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania)

Meet the heads of the Danish and Norwegian gaming authorities, as well as key stakeholders from Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, to discuss the latest advancements in technology and regulation across Scandinavia and the Baltics.

13:30 – 14:30

UK & Ireland Regulatory Gaming Meetup (UK, Ireland, Gibraltar, Alderney & Isle of Man)

As the UK and Ireland approach a pivotal point in gambling regulation, this meetup provides the perfect opportunity to meet regulators from both countries, as well as Gibraltar, Alderney, and the Isle of Man, to discuss everything from prediction markets to bonus regulations.

15:00 – 16:00

Germany / DACH Regulatory Gaming Meetup

Meet and network with leading regulatory figures from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Gain their insider perspective on payment restrictions, state-by-state regulatory divergences, and the future of alternative betting across all three countries.

Main Host(s)

Joerg Hoffman, Partner

Melchers Law

16:30 – 18:00

Asia Regulatory Gaming Cocktail Hour

Network with regulatory authorities from across Asia, from the Philippines to Macau and beyond, and enjoy a cocktail reception at the end of Day 2.

16:30 – 18:00

North America Regulatory Gaming Cocktail Hour

Discuss prediction markets, international liquidity, tribal sovereignty, Alberta iGaming, and more with the leading experts on regulation across the United States and Canada.

Main Host(s)

Jared Beber, CEO

Bet99

Paul Burns, CEO

Canadian Gaming Association

10:00 – 11:00

Portugal Regulatory Gaming Breakfast

Network with the leading associations and regulators in Portugal on their home turf. Learn about the new self-exclusion portal and discuss everything from online slot mechanics to new bet boost regulations.

Main Host(s)

Ricardo Domingues, President

APAJO

Luis Carvalho, Partner

Lektou

10:00 – 11:00

Spain Regulatory Gaming Breakfast

Meet Spain's leading regulators for an unmissable networking opportunity. Seize the chance to understand their perspectives on safer gambling, bet limits, and advertising controls, and build relationships for success in the Spanish market.

Main Host(s)

Patricia Lalanda, Partner

LOYRA

11:30 – 12:30

Greece & Cyprus Regulatory Gaming Meetup

Connect with the gaming authorities of Greece and Cyprus for an exclusive networking opportunity. Discuss everything from age restrictions to black market suppression with the decision-makers shaping this key market.

Main Host(s)

Panagiotis Trisokkas, President

National Betting Authority Cyprus

13:00 – 14:00

France Regulatory Gaming Meetup

As new licence tenders approach, meet the regulators shaping Italy’s gaming market and help influence the next phase of its development through discussions on taxation, AML, and slot mechanics.

Sponsorship Opportunities
If you are interested in sponsoring a Regulatory Gaming Meetup, you can either contact your Account Manager at SBC, send an email to [email protected] about the specific Meetup you are interested in, or submit the interest form by clicking here.
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