SBC Summit will place the technologies transforming payments, compliance and player experiences under the spotlight with a dedicated Fintech conference track, taking place on Tuesday, 29 September. Bringing together operators, payment providers, fintech specialists and compliance experts, the track will explore how businesses can modernise payment infrastructure, navigate evolving regulation, strengthen fraud prevention, improve digital identity and verification, and leverage fintech to support responsible gambling. The Fintech track forms part of the dedicated Payment Expert Summit stage, alongside specialist tracks on AML & Compliance (Wednesday, 30 September) and Crypto & Blockchain (Thursday, 1 October). “Fintech is now influencing almost every…
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SBC Summit has launched the Regulatory Gaming Meetups, a new networking initiative that will connect delegates with regulators, market experts, and industry leaders from more than 20 gaming jurisdictions during its 2026 event in Lisbon. Taking place each day at the Regulatory Gaming Meetup Lounge (F4-17) from 29 September to 1 October, the meetups will provide attendees with the opportunity to discuss market developments, regulatory changes, compliance requirements, and business opportunities with experts and stakeholders operating within the same markets and regulatory environments. Sessions will be organised by jurisdiction and region, allowing attendees to focus on the markets most relevant…
The world’s best esports players arrive in Paris today for the opening of the first international edition of the Esports World Cup, set to bring together more than 2,000 players and 200 Clubs from over 100 countries. More than 1.5 million players competed through 330 globally-hosted Road to EWC qualification events Seven-week competition features 25 tournaments across 24 of the world’s most popular games and a record-breaking $75 million prize pool Cristiano Ronaldo and Magnus Carlsen return as Esports World Cup Global Ambassadors 5,000 co-streamers, up 42% YoY, and over 100 global broadcast partners set to deliver the largest global…
Lisbon, Portugal — SBC Summit 2026 will host one of the most high-profile keynote sessions ever staged in Europe by bringing together three of the most influential figures in global sports business: Basketball icon, investor, and philanthropist Michael Jordan, Sportradar founder and CEO Carsten Koerl, and DraftKings co-founder, CEO, and chairman of the board Jason Robins, hosted by former Sky Sports News presenter, broadcaster, and journalist, Kirsty Gallacher. The headline keynote, titled “Leadership in Sports Business,” will take place on Tuesday 29 September on the first day of SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon and will explore the evolution of sports,…
With just one week to go, SBC Summit Tbilisi 2026 will return to the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace, where more than 2,500 industry professionals will gather on 15-16 July for two days of learning, networking, and deal-making. Held in partnership with SMH, the summit will unite operators, affiliates, suppliers, regulators, legal experts, investors, and regional leaders, providing a key meeting point for businesses operating in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Former Real Madrid, Liverpool, and Spain striker Fernando Morientes will attend the event as an invited speaker, bringing elite sporting insight to discussions around leadership, performance, fan engagement, and…
SBC Summit will spotlight the technologies driving the next generation of sports betting with a dedicated Sports Betting Innovation track. Featuring leading operators and technology experts, the agenda will explore the innovations helping sportsbooks deliver faster, smarter, and more engaging betting experiences. Part of the wider Tech & Innovation Stage, the Sports Betting Innovation track will take place on Tuesday, 29 September. Across the track, operators will learn how to leverage technology to strengthen fan engagement, incorporate innovative game mechanics, and use advanced tools to protect betting markets from integrity threats. Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC, said: “The…
SBC Summit Tbilisi 2026 – Eastern Europe and Central Asia’s leading iGaming and Sports conference – will welcome football legend, UEFA Champions League 3 times winner, and one of Europe’s most iconic strikers, Fernando Morientes. SBC Summit Tbilisi takes place from 15-16 July, where Fernando Morientes will participate as an invited speaker. He will share his extensive experience in professional football, outline his leadership principles, and present his perspective on the growing role of technology and business in modern football. Fernando Morientes’ name is closely associated with the golden era of world football. Throughout his career, he was instrumental in…
Applications are now open for the 2026 edition of SBC First Pitch, where five early-stage betting and gaming startups will earn the opportunity to pitch live in Lisbon for a prize package valued at more than €80,000. Taking place on Thursday, 1 October at 15:00 on the Product Innovation Showcase Stage of SBC Summit, the competition will see the selected startups present their products and business plans in front of investors, operators, media, and senior industry decision-makers. Only five startups will be selected to compete. Each finalist will have three minutes to pitch their product live on stage, followed by…
AGS will host Affiliate Meetup Budapest on July 09, 2026, bringing the affiliate and performance marketing community together for an informal evening of networking in Budapest. Supported by SiGMA and AIBC, the meetup is designed as a relaxed space where affiliates, media buyers, advertisers, networks, agencies, and service providers can step away from the formal pace of the conference day and connect in a more open setting. The Budapest meetup will place conversation at the centre of the evening. With no formal stage programme or scheduled sessions, the event gives attendees the chance to meet peers, exchange perspectives, and build…
Affiliate Grand Slam (AGS) is Europe’s leading affiliate marketing event, providing a platform for professionals across various industries to meet, share insights, and make impactful connections. This flagship summit will be held in Rome, Italy, at Fiera di Roma from 02-05 November 2026. AGS will occupy Hall 2, which will host 250+ exhibitors and 5000+ delegates, creating a vibrant and dedicated space for networking, knowledge sharing, and business development. The event promises to be a unique opportunity for growth, innovation, and deal-making at scale. AGS’s multi-vertical approach covers key affiliate marketing sectors and is set to bring together top experts…