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iGB Affiliate Barcelona 2026: The iGB Affiliate Awards will make their debut at iGB L!VE in London in July 2026. The new setting at ExCeL London on 1 and 2 July brings the ceremony into one of the biggest industry gatherings of the year. This creates a single week where affiliates, operators, marketers, and innovators can connect, network, and celebrate everything that makes iGaming thrive.
The Awards were previously held alongside the standalone iGB Affiliate event, but the integration with iGB L!VE gives the community a bigger platform and a more dynamic environment.
Celebrating Creativity and Impact
The iGB Affiliate Awards recognise the work that shapes the future of iGaming whether it is a breakthrough marketing campaign, a clever technical solution, or a strong partnership between brands, the Awards honour the achievements that stand out in an increasingly competitive market.
A Deep Dive Into iGB Affiliate Barcelona 2026
Affiliates heading to iGB Affiliate Barcelona 2026 will find a full programme of sessions designed to help them grow their expertise. From SEO and data-driven decision-making to content creation and new acquisition strategies, the agenda covers the essential topics driving the industry forward.
Visitors can explore the schedule and start planning the talks and workshops they want to attend.
Highlights for 20 January 2026
The day begins with Connect, Innovate and Celebrate: Welcome to iGB Affiliate 2026 before moving into Keynote Brunch: Search! Where Will the Quest for Traffic Take Us? which examines a rapidly changing search landscape.
RAPID HOT SEAT: Death of the Single Demographic explores how player audiences are diversifying. The session SEO to AIEO looks at the shift from ranking content to becoming the direct answer in AI-driven search.
Attendees can also enjoy the Lightning Talk on up-and-coming platforms, the practical keynote panel on scaling and exiting affiliate businesses, and a timely discussion on influencers and streamers.
The afternoon also provides a close look at high-growth markets in Global Markets Head-to-Head: US v LATAM v Africa and wraps with COCKTAILS WITH CREATIVES: The New Age of Content Creation in Affiliate Marketing.
Highlights for 21 January 2026
Day two opens with a welcome session before moving into The Future of iGaming: The Good, the Bad and the Scary. This keynote explores the rapid growth of AI, automation, and emerging risks like LLM hacking.
Spin the Wheel Conversations keeps things fun and unpredictable as a digital wheel decides which topics get explored.
Other key moments include Moving Past the FTD, a popular session focused on long-term player value, and Why Building a Brand is More Important Than Ever as an Affiliate.
The second half of the day includes a game show-style analysis of the UAE, Asia, and Pacific markets, a candid Ask Google Anything session, and a talk on community building. Additional presentations dive into hyper-local strategies and the growing interest in prediction markets.
Leaders and Speakers You Will Meet
The event brings together experts from every part of the industry. Speakers include founders, CEOs, SEO specialists, growth strategists, marketing directors, compliance experts, and more. Attendees will hear from well-known names such as Leanne Klyne, Tom Galanis, Kamila Łuksza-Szpyt, James Prosser, Fintan Costello, Scott Hill, and Jonas Warrer. Their insights offer practical direction for both new and experienced affiliates.
ICE Innovators Challenge Returns
Taking place at ICE Barcelona, the ICE Innovators Challenge invites AI-driven ideas aimed at improving safer gaming. Five finalists will work with Microsoft and its technology partners to create MVPs before presenting on stage at ICE 2026. The top team will receive £15,000 in consultancy, visibility, and ongoing support to help bring their concept into the market.
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