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SBC Summit Canada 2026 will feature a dedicated Player Protection Symposium, bringing together regulators, operators, and safer gambling experts to discuss how Canada’s industry can better protect players. The symposium will form part of the wider conference programme, taking place from 19 to 21 May 2026 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Across three stages, attendees will gain expert analysis across the entire Canadian gaming market, with tracks covering Leadership, Affiliates & Advertising, Payments & Compliance, alongside a series of interactive masterclasses. The Symposium will tackle the biggest challenges facing safer gambling in Canada, from the pressure new game mechanics…

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As new technology and shifting player expectations continue to reshape the world of iGaming, SBC Summit Malta will feature sessions dedicated to helping stakeholders confidently navigate the sector’s next phase. Taking place from 29 to 30 April, the event’s conference programme will offer 6,000 industry stakeholders a focused look at how operators can translate emerging trends and new technologies into practical, competitive casino strategies. The programme follows a two-part structure. Product Visionaries, on Wednesday, 29th April, will unpack the strategic thinking behind the latest casino developments. Product In Practice, on Thursday, 30th April, will shift to hands-on workshops, allowing delegates…

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Day 3 of the 7th Annual Strategic Platform for iGaming Conference & Exhibition (SPiCE) South Asia 2026 brought the conference programme to a close with a thoughtful and forward-looking series of discussions, as global leaders explored the evolving intersection of experience, technology, and regulation at the elegant Shangri-La Colombo in Sri Lanka. From customer engagement to governance frameworks, the day’s conversations centred on a defining theme: how to align innovation with responsibility while building a resilient and future-ready gaming ecosystem across South Asia. The day kicked off with a panel discussion, ‘The Experience Economy: When Gaming Inspires Dining, Storytelling, and…

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Reckoning Esports and GodLike Esports have qualified for the Pokémon UNITE Asia Champions League (PUACL) 2026, which will take place in Japan. The two teams earned their spots by taking separate but equally competitive routes through India’s official Pokémon UNITE circuit, which was organised by Skyesports in collaboration with The Pokémon Company.  Reckoning Esports earned India’s primary spot in the PUACL Finals by winning the Pokémon UNITE Asia Champions League 2026 – India League, a $20,000 multi-stage online tournament that included ten of the country’s top esports teams. The league featured a circuit-based group stage over five matchdays, culminating in…

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Spain’s most influential sports media brand, MARCA, has been confirmed as the Official Media Partner for the Legends Charity Game 2025.  With exclusive coverage rights across Spain, MARCA will bring the excitement of this high-profile charity match to millions of fans. Football Legends Unite for a Cause On September 15, Lisbon will host the Legends Charity Game, a clash between Portugal Legends and World Legends. Beyond the spectacle on the field, the match carries a bigger mission: raising €1 million for four different charities. It’s a perfect mix of football, unity, and social good, set in a city that will…

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The countdown is on! In just one month, the inaugural SPiCE Central Asia 2025 will open its doors, giving industry professionals an exclusive look into the region’s fast-evolving gaming landscape. Happening in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from 25–26 September 2025, this two-day gathering will bring together regulators, operators, innovators, and investors to discuss Central Asia’s regulatory path, digital future, and economic potential. Thanks to its successful editions around the world, SPiCE has built a reputation as a platform that fuels collaboration and growth. Now it’s Central Asia’s turn to experience this global hub of ideas and opportunities, with Uzbekistan ready to position…

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SBC has announced the very first shortlist for the Affiliate Leaders Awards 2025, a brand-new ceremony created to celebrate the companies shaping the future of affiliate marketing. This year, the final decision is in the hands of the public, with online voting now open to decide which nominees will be honoured in Lisbon this September. The awards night will welcome 600 industry leaders to Lisbon’s MEO Arena on Wednesday, 17 September. The venue is just a short walk from the main event location, Feira Internacional de Lisboa. Guests can expect a full evening celebrating the best in the business across…

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Gary Vaynerchuk, well-known entrepreneur and marketing powerhouse, will open the very first Marketing Academy at SBC Summit 2025 with an exclusive Ask Me Anything (AMA) session. This session will mark the start of SBC Summit’s biggest educational project yet, the Tech Academies. There will be four full-day academies focused on AI, Marketing, Web 3.0 & Blockchain, plus a new academy that will be announced soon. Each one is designed to offer interactive, hands-on learning from top global experts, and they are open to anyone interested in tech, not only people in the gaming industry. The Marketing Academy is one of the…

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Heading to Malta This September? Here’s Why SiGMA Euro-Med 2025 Should Be on Your Radar: If you’re in the gaming or tech space, SiGMA Euro-Med 2025 is one event you won’t want to miss. From September 1 to 3, the beautiful Mediterranean Maritime Hub in Malta will host thousands of professionals from across the industry. Expect over 12,000 attendees, including operators, affiliates, startups, and speakers from around the world. It’s a rare chance to connect with big names, discover new ideas, and see where the industry is heading – all in one place. What Makes SiGMA Euro-Med 2025 Worth Your…

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Meta, the company behind Facebook, has removed 20 Filipino influencer pages after a request from the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) and advocacy group Digital Pinoys. These pages were found sharing content related to illegal online gambling in the Philippines. Why Meta Took Action Authorities in the Philippines worked closely with Meta to find pages that were promoting unlicensed gambling platforms. Many of these pages belonged to famous social media influencers whose videos and posts had reached millions of users. Even after getting warnings, these influencers did not stop promoting gambling sites. So, the CICC asked Meta to step…

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