MMH, Malta

Agenda Europe

11 – 14 NOV 2024

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7 Nov

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11 Nov

12 Nov

13 Nov

14 Nov

15 Nov

00:00 – 23:00

DELEGATES ARRIVAL

07:00 – 22:00

PRE-REGISTRATION

Grand Hotel Excelsior

Make sure to save yourself time and stress by collecting your delegate passes at the pre-registration desk. Delegates will simply need to provide a form of valid identification.

08:00 – 15:00

C-LEVEL GOLF TOURNAMENT

Royal Malta Golf Club

Experience an exclusive day of golf at the prestigious Royal Malta Golf Club. This exciting event is reserved for C-level executives, offering a prime opportunity for networking in a relaxed, competitive setting. Register your interest now—participation is strictly by invitation only!

09:30 – 16:00

SiGMA CUP BY ALL-IN GLOBAL

Luxol Football Club

Football fan? All-in Global brings back the legendary SiGMA Cup. Delegates can join the 5-a-side tournament either as a team or individual player. Ready to play? Just send an email to [email protected].

10:30 – 11:30

PRESS CONFERENCE

Ballroom – The Phoenicia Hotel

An official press conference unveiling more details about the SiGMA Poker Tour will be held at the Phoenicia Hotel Ballroom in Valletta. To access more details, click here. Strictly by invitation only.

12:00 – 15:00

SiGMA FOUNDATION FUN RUN

Grand Hotel Excelsior

Get energised for the week ahead with a fun friendly-competitive run in aid of the SiGMA Foundation and the charitable projects it supports. Open to all ticket holders it’s the perfect way to kickstart your week.

12:00 – 17:00

RG SYMPOSIUM

Palazzo Parisio

With the entrance of larger public brands getting involved in gambling it means that it will be gaining mainstream acceptance which is unlikely to go away anytime soon. How can the industry improve greater adoption of RG and ensure it is given the same strategy focus when they market a product? Passive approaches are no longer effective, and we cannot assume one-size fits all, so we ask what innovation the industry can expect to see over the next 12 months to drive RG forward. Click here to find more information.

12:30 – 15:30

IKIGAI RETREAT

The Phoenicia Malta

Exclusively for qualified investors, C-level executives from the most prominent companies in the industry, and portfolio companies under Ikigai Ventures, the Ikigai Retreat offers a unique networking opportunity. Strictly by invitation only.

13:00 – 16:00

ACTIVITY

Open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders only.

15:00 – 18:00

WORKSHOPS

Grand Hotel Excelsior

Join us for an insightful trio of workshops, including the Africa Pulse Workshop by iGaming Afrika, a Masterclass on Gaming and Mental Health, and an in-depth look at opportunities in the Italian market. Open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders only.

Meeting Room 1

15:00 – 18:00

Africa Pulse Workshop by iGaming AFRIKA

The Africa Pulse Workshop by iGaming AFRIKA offers an in-depth exploration of the rapidly evolving African iGaming market, focusing on regulatory frameworks, emerging opportunities, and product success strategies. Attendees will gain valuable insights into navigating diverse licensing landscapes, identifying high-growth sectors, and crafting engaging gaming experiences tailored to African players and newcomers. Register your interest.

15:00 – 15:45 / Sports Betting and Casino Licensing Frameworks in Africa

This session will explore the current landscape of sports betting and casino licensing across various African nations, highlighting the regulatory challenges and opportunities. Participants will gain insights into how these frameworks can affect operational strategies and market entry.

15:45 – 16:45 / Opportunities in the African iGaming Sector

This engaging fireside chat will delve into emerging opportunities within the African iGaming sector, discussing trends, challenges, and future growth potential. Attendees will hear from industry experts on how to capitalize on these opportunities and navigate the local landscape.

16:45 – 18:00 / Features of Best-Selling Games and Sportsbook/Casino Platforms in Africa

This session will focus on the defining features that make casino games and sportsbook platforms successful in the African market, including user experience, technology, and local preferences. Participants will learn from industry leaders who share insights on crafting engaging gaming experiences tailored to African players.

Meeting Room 2

15:00 – 18:00

Mastering B2B Workshop

Join this workshop to gain exclusive insights into the future of B2B marketing in iGaming. Led by Martin Oelbermann, this workshop dives into the latest B2B marketing benchmarking results and 2024/25 survey findings, offering key takeaways on budget allocation, regional focus, and top marketing channels. Don’t miss this chance to level up your B2B marketing! Register your interest.

15:00 – 18:00 / Marketing Benchmark Secrets & Success for 2025

Highlights include a panel discussion with senior marketing executives sharing their 2025 plans and lessons from 2024, along with case studies showcasing innovative marketing strategies. You’ll leave with actionable tips, insights into emerging trends, and networking opportunities with industry peers.

Meeting Room 3

15:00 – 18:00

Italian Market Workshop

Wonder what the future of the Italian gaming market looks like? Join our exclusive pre-conference workshop, designed to give you a competitive edge, where attendees will gain essential insights into Italy’s evolving gaming regulations and prepare for upcoming licensing opportunities. You will learn cutting-edge marketing and content strategies to stay ahead and understand how to adapt their offerings to meet the changing needs of Italian players. Register your interest.

15:00 – 15:45 / A new market in a new era: the Italian gaming reform before new licenses

An exploration of the Italian regulatory framework in the light of the latest changes and in view of future reforms and tenders for the renewal of concessions. How have operators equipped themselves in their marketing and responsible gaming policies?

16:00 – 16:45 / Creativity and content: what does it take to be competitive in Italy?

The Italian market is extremely competitive: how is the gaming product evolving to meet players’ requests and what are the new trends to follow to be and remain leaders?

17:00 – 17:45 / How betting and casino are evolving to match the changing player needs?

How is the Italian gaming market changing in the light of the new needs of players and in the face of the digitization process underway on all markets? What is the impact on services and payments, online and land based?

Meeting Room 4

15:00 – 16:30

Gaming M&A Tactics & Techniques Workshop

Explore the dynamic world of mergers and acquisitions in the gaming industry at Gaming M&A Tactics & Techniques. This workshop is designed for gaming professionals looking to deepen their understanding of M&A strategies, deal structures, and market trends. Register your interest.

15:00 – 16:30 / Gaming M&A Tactics & Techniques Workshop

Jaguar-Adva Gal

CEO

Jaguar Reg&Comp

17:00 – 18:00

ESG Workshop: Defining the destination

The need for ESG integration into the iGaming business is becoming increasingly evident with the looming Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and initiatives like the ESG Code of Conduct by the MGA. In this highly interactive workshop, professionals from various departments with sustainability, ESG, and/or CSR responsibilities will come together to discuss key challenges. The session will delve into the three pillars—environmental, social, and governance—aiming to explore and define a destination for best practices. Register your interest.

17:00 – 18:00 / ESG Workshop: Defining the destination

Floris Assies

Founder & CEO

Better World Casinos

Meeting Room 5

15:00 – 18:00

Masterclass on Gaming and Mental Health

By the end of this masterclass, participants should have a deeper understanding of the relationship between gaming and mental health, practical tools to develop healthy gaming habits, and a supportive network to share experiences and strategies. The interactive nature will educate participants about the positive and negative impacts of gaming on mental health, develop healthy gaming habits, and promote a deeper understanding through group discussions. Register your interest.

15:00 – 18:00 / Game On: Strategies for Mental Health Resilience in the Digital Age

Key Topics will include: Introduction to Gaming and Mental Health; Psychological and Cognitive Benefits of Gaming; Gaming as a Tool for Mental Health; Therapeutic Use of Gaming; Potential Health Benefits of Gaming; Addressing; Gaming Disorder and Addiction; Social Aspects of Gaming; Gaming and Youth.

Dr Jane Thomason

Emeritus Chair

World Metaverse Council

18:00 – 22:00

DRINKS RECEPTION

Grand Hotel Excelsior

Take the opportunity to kickstart expanding your networking after collecting your badge, and join other delegates at our drinks reception. Open to all ticket holders.

19:00 – 23:00

SiGMA EUROPE B2B AWARDS

Hilton Malta

Celebrate the rising stars of game studios, cutting-edge sportsbook innovations, pioneering payment solutions, and more at the SiGMA Europe B2B Awards. Strictly by invitation only and open to: platinum ticket holders, table sponsors, and paid seats.

19:30 – 22:30

POKER TOURNAMENT

Portomaso Casino

Calling all poker pros and enthusiasts! We’re hosting an exclusive tournament at Portomaso Casino, open only to Platinum ticket holders. Join us for a night of high-stakes fun—by invitation only.

19:30 – 22:30

PRODUCT iGATHERING

Capo Crudo

This networking dinner is strictly for game providers, product and casino managers, sound engineers, mathematicians, platform providers. Should you still wish to attend email request to [email protected]. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.

22:30 – 03:00

SiGMA OFFICIAL PRE-PARTY

HIVE Club

Open to all ticket holders.

09:30 – 18:30

BUS SHUTTLE SERVICE

This shuttle service offers convenient round-trip transportation (running every 40 min) between the following locations:

9:30am – 6:30pm: Grand Hotel Excelsior (Valletta) to MMH
9:30am – 6.30pm: Hilton (St Julian’s) to MMH

10:00 – 16:00

CONFERENCE – EUROPE 2024 – DAY 1

MMH Malta

Welcome to the Europe conference where industry leaders, visionaries, and innovators converge to explore the latest trends, exchange insights, and shape the future of gaming, affiliate marketing, and technology. Join us in exploring the forefront of innovation and navigating the boundless possibilities to redefine the landscape of these dynamic industries.

SiGMA Stage

09:30 – 09:50

Snacks & Connections

09:50 – 13:00

Regulation & Compliance

Section Supported by:

09:50 – 09:55 / Welcome Speech

09:55 – 10:15 / Panel – Has Malta evolved into a B2B hub?

10:20 – 10:40 / Panel – Taxation: pitfalls and considerations when doing business in new markets

10:40 – 11:00 / Panel – Are mature EU continental Gambling Markets at a turning point?

Quirino Mancini

Global Head of the Gaming and Gambling Practice

Tonucci & Partners

11:05 – 11:25 / Panel – Malta’s Bill 55 and Beyond: Charting Challenges for Maltese Operators in the EU

11:25 – 11:45 / Panel – Shaping the Future of Player Protection and a potential post-advertising Ban for the Gambling landscape in Northern Europe

Steven Armstrong

Founder

FRL Compliance Solutions

Giusy Campo

Business Development Manager

GLI Gaminglabs

David Yatom Hay

General Counsel

Soft2Bet

11:45 – 12:05 / Panel – Regulatory Shifts and Market Opportunities the Americas, Africa and the Middle East – Worlds apart, or maybe not?

Join experts deeply involved in regulatory affairs, market entry strategies, and successful transitions from European markets to these burgeoning regions.?

Hayley Joseph

Director of Operations Africa

WA.Technology

Katerina Shepetenko

Managing Partner

Legal Pilot

Plínio Lemos Jorge

Lawyer & President

Brazilian National Association of Games and Lotteries

12:10 – 12:20 / Keynote – The Evolution and Legal Landscape of Freemium and Sweepstakes Gaming

Exploring the regulatory landscape of US freemium and sweepstakes models, key legal cases, compliance strategies, and future industry implications.

Bill Gantz

Partner

Duane Morris

12:20 – 12:30 / Keynote – A Future-Ready Industry: Ensuring the Long-Term Sustainability of Malta’s Gaming Sector

Charles Mizzi

CEO

Malta Gaming Authority

12:35 – 13:00 / Panel – How to Ensure Fairness in Gambling Dispute Resolution

Supported by:
Delve into strategies for implementing ADR methods, ensuring transparency, and navigating regulatory frameworks to uphold trust and resolve conflicts efficiently.

Marianna Tavella

Chief Legal Officer

SiGMA Group

Mex Emini

CTO

SiGMA Group

Oliver De Bono

CEO

Quantum Gaming

13:00 – 14:10

Tech Innovations

13:00 – 13:15 / Keynote by Uri Poliavich

Uri Poliavich

Founder & CEO

Soft2Bet

13:15 – 13:35 / Panel – Balancing Security, Privacy, and Resilience Against Cyber Threats

Supported by:

Harmen Brenninkmeijer

Managing Partner

NYCE International

Peter Wilson

CEO

PWL Legal

Ivan Spiteri

Director of Technology Advisory & Assurance Services

BDO Malta

Andrew Naudi

Senior Partner Advisory

NOUV

13:40 – 13:50 / Keynote – A Step-by-Step Guide to Strategic AI Implementation

Emma Blaylock

CEO

Pretty Technical

13:50 – 14:05 / Keynote – Future of Decentralized Gaming with Web3

Damu Winston

Global Head Web 3 Innovation

Amazon Web Services

14:10 – 14:30

Centurion MMA Weigh-in Malta

14:10 – 14:30 / Centurion MMA Weigh-in

Time for an important moment of the pre-fight, the weighing of the fighters!

14:30 – 15:40

SiGMA Startup Pitch Malta

14:30 – 15:40 / SiGMA Startup Pitch

We′re championing up-and-coming startups with the exciting Pitch competition. Held live on stage, it’s your chance to connect with investors and VCs—don’t miss this golden opportunity!

15:40 – 16:05

Open Gambling Licensing System

15:35 – 16:00 / Training – Deep Dive into Finland’s 2027 Open Licensing System

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the upcoming Finnish market opportunities, how to stay compliant with evolving regulations, and practical strategies to secure a foothold.

Minna Ripatti

Attorney at Law & Founding Partner

Legal Gaming Attorneys at Law

AIBC Stage

10:00 – 11:55

Crypto & Digital Asset Trends

10:00 – 10:20 / Panel – The coolest crypto narratives of 2025-2026

NFTs and Metaverse are now considered things of the past, investing in meme-coins is already a mauvais-tone: what are the best narratives that will pump the market in the coming 2 years?

Torben Friis

Managing Director

Match Liquidity DMCC

Tejinder Kumar

Group CCO

Kyrrex

Francisco Javier Fernandez de la Fuente

Co-Founder & Head of Trading

Thebit Research

Gregory Klumov

CEO

EURS

10:25 – 10:45 / Panel – RWA: breakthrough or another market failure?

A resurgence of a relatively old trend has taken center stage again. New hopes are reemerging despite the fact that RWA, even with blockchain infrastructure added, massively lack liquidity.

Torben Friis

Managing Director

Match Liquidity DMCC

Anton Golub

Venture Partner

Full Stack VC

Matthew Felice Pace

CEO

Simply Staking

10:45 – 11:05 / Panel – Crypto legislation in Europe: opportunities and challenges of MiCA

The European Union (EU) economy is facing many challenges in the digital world, especially with the proliferation of crypto assets. The EU’s response to these challenges is the MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) regulation, which will enter into force in 2024.

Cal Evans

Managing Associate

Gresham International

Tanja Dimitrijevic

Head of Legal

Red Acre Group

Galyna Podoprikhina

Associate

WH Partners

Kevin Plumpton

Group CEO

Kyrrex

11:10 – 11:30 / Panel – Digital Asset and Crypto Exchanges Latest Trends

Explore the newest opportunities for traders and crypto holders operating on CEXs and DEXs.

Gordon Einstein

Founder

CryptoLaw Partners

Giovanni Cunti

CEO

Gate.MT

11:30 – 11:50 / Fireside Chat with Camille Pepos

Camille Pepos

Head of FinTech Supervision

Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)

Joseph F. Borg

Partner & Head of Innovative Technology

WH Partners

11:55 – 12:35

Blockchain & Digital Economy

11:55 – 12:05 / Keynote by Prof. Joshua Ellul

Prof. Joshua Ellul

Director Centre for Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT)

University of Malta

12:10 – 12:35 / Panel – Decentralised social media: new creator economy and data ownership rules

Global digital economy has been on a steady growth trajectory in recent years users have continued to top digital engagement in various categories, including the development of decentralised social media systems.

Prof. Joshua Ellul

Director Centre for Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT)

University of Malta

Dr Ioannis Revolidis

Lecturer of Media, Communications & Technology Law

University of Malta

Wesley Ellul

Special Envoy for Startup Funding and Innovation

Government of Malta

Stoyan Angelov

Founder & CEO

Evedo

12:35 – 13:40

Dr Sara Al Madani and Celebrity Female Entrepreneurs

12:35 – 12:55 / Keynote – Entrepreneurs’ global community bringing social change & impact

Famous entrepreneur and inspirational figure Sara Al Madani talks about how global community of business owners, KOLs and entrepreneurs across multiple industries develop an effort to bring attention to important issues and social impact challenges.

Dr Sara Al Madani

The Emirati Entrepreneur

13:00 – 13:40 / Panel – Inspirational force: female entrepreneurs’ POV

An increasing number of women are achieving significant success in entrepreneurship across a range of industries. Learn from celebrity business leaders, inspirational figures who make women thrive in male dominated industries.

Dr Sara Al Madani

The Emirati Entrepreneur

13:40 – 13:50

Speech by MDIA

13:40 – 13:50 / Keynote – Speech by Kenneth Brincat

Kenneth Brincat

CEO

Malta Digital Innovation Authority

13:55 – 14:55

Sports & Tech

13:55 – 14:05 / Keynote – Future of Sports & Tech: Web3, Big Brands & Their Respective Roles

Overview of How Traditional Sports & Blockchain & AI (including web3 & creators’ economy) go hand in hand, and what role global telecoms can play in this convergence, and why web3 really matters for the benefit of fans more than ever before!

Samir Ceric

COO

Blocksport AG

14:10 – 14:30 / Panel – Leveraging Web3 tools for fan engagement in sports

From booking tickets and hotels, to getting unique merchandise and NFTs, fan engagement has been taken to another level with a help of web3 tools.

Samir Ceric

COO

Blocksport AG

Manit Parikh

CEO

The Binary Holdings – Thailand

Nirav Patel

CEO

Andaria

Dean Akinjobi

CEO

Footbal Media

14:30 – 14:50 / Panel – Metaverse and gaming elements entering the world of traditional sports

Just as emerging technologies have reshaped our daily lives, the domain of sports too is experiencing a digital evolution. The Metaverse has opened its virtual doors, signaling to sports franchises, athletes, and brands to explore its vast expanse.

Samir Ceric

COO

Blocksport AG

Eugene Ravdin

Head of Communications and Marketing

MightyTips

14:55 – 16:15

Web3 Gaming: GAME ON

14:55 – 15:10 / Keynote – Web3 Gaming Data: Comparing User and Business Perspectives

The leader of European mobile gaming industry, Mariusz G?siewski of Google, shares unique insights about web3 gaming users data.

Mariusz G?siewski

CEE Mobile Gaming & Apps Lead

Google

15:10 – 15:30 / Panel – From GameFi, to GambleFi, to tap games: the best earning strategies

The play-to-earn crypto gaming space has encountered a number of obstacles, with over 30% of announced blockchain-based games being either cancelled or discontinued in 2023.?Community engagement, asset ownership, and hybrid approaches that bridge the Web2 and Web3 gaming worlds could dictate potential future success.

Mark Grech

Product & Emerging Tech Consultant

Morten Rongaard

Co-Founder

Pixelpai

Nenad Krstic

Founder

MNBL Company

15:35 – 15:50 / Keynote – Secrets to community building for web3 gaming: gaming guilds and more

The consistent growth in massive investments in the web3 space has encouraged new prospects for developing web3 communities. Some of the most prominent categories of web3 projects which garnered heavy investments include gaming guilds and social networks.

Dr Jane Thomason

Emeritus Chair

World Metaverse Council

15:55 – 16:15 / Panel – Telegram apps: from click games to sustainable models

As telegram killer apps like Notcoin and Hamster Kombat continue to amass millions of users, experts question the long-term viability of crypto clicker games.

10:00 – 18:00

EXHIBITION – DAY 1

MMH Malta

Known for its buzzing vibe, the expo is open to all ticket holders.

18:00 – 20:00

NETWORKING DRINKS

Grand Hotel Excelsior

We believe great conversations deserve great venues. Which is why we′ve lined up events at some of the best places in town. From Unesco Heritage sites to lively waterfront venues, break the ice at our official networking drinks. Open to Platinum ticket holders only.

19:00 – 23:00

SiGMA EUROPE B2C AWARDS

Hilton Malta

From standout affiliate marketing campaigns to the most popular streamers, the SiGMA Europe B2C Awards recognizes leading companies and individuals in the gaming sector. Strictly by invitation only and open to: platinum ticket holders, table sponsors, and paid seats.

19:30 – 22:30

AFFILIATE-OPERATOR iGATHERING

One80 – Valletta

This networking dinner is strictly for affiliates, CMOs and affiliate managers. Should you still wish to attend email request to [email protected]. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.

19:30 – 22:30

PRODUCT iGATHERING

Capo Crudo

This networking dinner is strictly for game providers, product and casino managers, sound engineers, mathematicians, platform providers. Should you still wish to attend email request to [email protected]. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.

19:30 – 22:30

AFFILIATE-OPERATOR iGATHERING

Toro Toro

This networking dinner is strictly for affiliates, CMOs and affiliate managers. Should you still wish to attend email request to [email protected]. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.

19:30 – 22:30

PAYMENTS & B2B iGATHERING

Porticello

This networking dinner is strictly for payment providers and chief payments officers, CTOs, CIOs, CEOs of casino and sports betting brands as well as platform providers focusing on payments infrastructure. Should you still wish to attend email request to [email protected]. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.

19:30 – 22:30

COMPLIANCE iGATHERING

Il Pirata – Valletta

This networking dinner is for CSPs, CEOs, regulators, data centres, licence providers, law firms and C level executives in gaming responsible for legal and compliance. Should you still wish to attend email request to [email protected]. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.

09:30 – 18:30

BUS SHUTTLE SERVICE

This shuttle service offers convenient round-trip transportation (running every 40 min) between the following locations:

9:30am – 6:30pm: Grand Hotel Excelsior (Valletta) to MMH
9:30am – 6.30pm: Hilton (St Julian’s) to MMH

10:00 – 16:00

CONFERENCE – EUROPE 2024 – DAY 2

SiGMA Stage

09:30 – 10:00

Snacks & Connections

10:00 – 12:35

Casino Worlds

10:00 – 10:20 / Fireside Chat – From Concept to Casino: Launching a Successful Slot Studio

Robert Duboff

Director

Velo Partners

Olaf Miska

CPO & Mathematician

Wishbone Games

Vladimir Malakchi

CEO & Managing Partner

Xanada Investments

Andrey Beyerbah

Co-Founder & CEO

Gamixter

10:20 – 10:35 / Panel – Licenses, Loopholes, and Leverage: Cracking the Code of Casino Compliance

10:40 – 11:00 / Panel – Next-Gen Casino Transactions: Cashless Gaming, Digital Wallets, and Biometric Security

Discover the future of cashless casino gaming with digital wallets, blockchain, crypto, biometric security, eIDAS 2.0 regulation and more.

Warren Tristram

Head of Gaming, Lottery and eSport

Nuvei

Richard Mifsud

CEO

Xprizo

Jaguar-Adva Gal

CEO

Jaguar Reg&Comp

11:00 – 11:20 / Panel – Niche Games: Driving Growth in Emerging Casino Markets

Unveil how localized niche games can unlock growth in emerging markets through tailored content, player insights, and strategic adaptations.

Supported by:

Mariana Tostes

Head of Operations

FBMDS

11:25 – 11:45 / Panel – How to choose a secure and safe crypto casino

Learn how to select a trustworthy crypto casino by focusing on licensing, security, and spotting red flags.

Jean Michel Azzopardi

City Leader – Malta

Bitangels

Miruna Pandele

Head of Affiliates

Satoshi Gaming Group

Alexander Kahn

CMO

Timgu

11:45 – 12:10 / Panel – Future of Poker: Bots, Ethics, and Innovation

Uncover the impact of bots on online poker fairness while also drawing lessons from the Tamayo controversy at WSOP 2024.

Ivonne Montealegre

Poker Tour Operations Manager

SiGMA Group

Andreas Constantinou

Founder & CEO

Pokerload

David K Lappin

Poker Player & Brand Ambassador

Unibet Poker

12:10 – 12:30 / Panel – Blending Online and Offline Gaming Experiences

Oliver De Bono

CEO

Quantum Gaming

Joe Pisano

Founder & CEO

Jade Group of Companies

Ulrik Bengtsson

Chair

Hostelworld

Daniel Gunba

Founder & CEO

TRIION Gaming

12:35 – 13:55

Social Dynamics and Player Engagement

12:35 – 12:50 / Keynote – Branding and Marketing Hacks

Martin Zarian

Co-Founder

Factory 39

12:50 – 13:10 / Panel – Leveraging Collectibles and Loyalty Programs

Shahar Attias

CEO

Hybrid Interaction

Giovanni Falzone

CEO

The Power Plugin

Shweta Dubey

Founder & CEO

Aadhya IT Services

Yoel Zuckerberg

CPO

Soft2Bet

13:15 – 13:30 / Fireside Chat – The Impact of Social Media and Streaming Platforms

Michael Caselli

Chairman

Clarion Gaming

Mark Grech

Product & Emerging Tech Consultant

Dan Shannon

Head of Marketing & SEO

Casino Kings

13:30 – 13:40 / Keynote – Securing Player Trust: How Hacks Are Driving Game API Governance

Uncover how the rise in hacking incidents is pushing iGaming companies to enhance their game API governance.

Alexandre Tomic

Founder

Alea

13:40 – 13:50 / Keynote – Level Up Your iGaming with Google

Sandzhar Ismailov

Gaming Sector Lead

Google Ads

13:55 – 14:15

Clash of Alliances: The Affiliate-Operator Showdown Malta

13:55 – 14:15 / Clash of Alliances: The Affiliate-Operator Showdown

Prepare for an electrifying showdown at the upcoming SiGMA Europe conference! Introducing a new live quiz show in Malta where two teams of affiliates and operators compete. With challenging questions and rapid-fire rounds, it’s set to be a highlight of the event. Don’t miss the clash of gaming titans!

14:15 – 16:05

Influencers & Affiliate Marketing

14:15 – 14:35 / Influencer Panel

Kostiantyn Golubiev

Head of Media

G.Partners

Jon Vlogs

Owner

Jon Bet

Raquel Freestyle

Digital Influencer

ALOB Sports

Seif El Hakim

Founder & CEO

The Alpha Movement

14:40 – 15:00 / Panel – Promoting Responsible Gaming through Affiliate Channels

Supported by:

Eugene Ravdin

Head of Communications and Marketing

MightyTips

Jekaterina Dubnicka

Marketing & Communications Manager

Slotsjudge

Vasilii Gamov

CEO

PeakyAds

Alessandro Gherardi

Co-Founder & Director

Fomento Agency

15:00 – 15:20 / Fireside Chat – Trust & Technology: The Future of S2S Postbacks

Learn how technology, especially S2S postbacks, can enhance trust and collaboration between affiliates and operators.

Marcin Kumi?ga

Business Development Director

Voluum

Clinton Cutajar

CTO

Media Troopers

Mex Emini

CTO

SiGMA Group

Anton Rublievskyi

CEO

Growe

15:20 – 15:40 / Panel – Data-Driven SEO Strategies for iGaming Operators

Find out how iGaming operators can leverage data analytics to refine SEO strategies and improve search visibility.

Ivana Flynn

SEO Director

Betswap

Emilio Takas

Head of SEO

Gentoo Media

15:45 – 16:05 / Panel – Retention Strategies in Regulated Markets

Discover the evolution of affiliate marketing in highly regulated markets and learn how to avoid common pitfalls and maximize long-term value.

Sergejs Ponomarjovs

CMO

OSH Casino

Carlos Sánchez

CEO

TipsterChat

Sidon Farris

Founder & CEO

c4n2

AIBC Stage

10:45 – 13:45

AI & Business

10:45 – 10:55 / Keynote – Leveraging AI for Maltese Digital Tools

11:00 – 11:20 / Panel – AI & Quantum Computing

A non-obvious, but very powerful and intriguing duo of cutting edge technologies: independent of artificial intelligence, quantum computing is going to be a big deal. However, coupled with AI, it can become a gamechanger.

Jean Michel Azzopardi

City Leader – Malta

Bitangels

Taylor Freeman

Co-Founder & CEO

Axon Park

Prof André Xuereb

Founder & CEO

Merqury Cybersecurity Limited

11:20 – 11:45 / Panel – The Future of Learning: AI in Education

Artificial Intelligence has the potential to address some of the biggest challenges in education today, innovate teaching and learning practices, and accelerate digital progress.

Dr Jane Thomason

Emeritus Chair

World Metaverse Council

Vas Modinos

Founder

Blockready

Daniel Marote

Founder & CEO

EducAItion & AIppointing

Dr Vanessa Camilleri

Senior Lecturer

AI Department – University of Malta

Matthew Montebello

Professor

AI Department – University of Malta

11:50 – 12:05 / Keynote – The Missing Link in Applied Intelligence

In this keynote, Angelo Dalli will explore the next wave of AI innovation—Hybrid Intelligence systems that not only reason and plan autonomously but also apply the insight, foresight, and oversight gained from data with the wisdom of human experience, blending human-like intuition with explainable outcomes.

Angelo Dalli

CSO & CTO

Umnai

12:05 – 12:30 / Panel – Data is the new gold: how AI will treat our data

Generative AI can help find value in more kinds of data than ever, though companies may need new infrastructure—and safeguards—to take advantage.

Dieter Brockmeyer

CPO

Diplomatic World Group

Natalia Mallia

Senior AI Engineer

Axon Park

Alexey Vorobey

Co-Founder

AIstats

12:35 – 12:55 / Panel – ??Future of AI: Decentralisation and Security

Discovering whether centralisation of AI systems will compete with decentralised nature, and how secure and safe is working with AI models in today’s digital and physical landscape.

Dieter Brockmeyer

CPO

Diplomatic World Group

Tony Evans

Co-Founder & Chief Strategist

CETI AI

Isaac Zarb

CTO

Simply Staking

13:00 – 13:15 / Keynote – Agents of Change: The Next AI Revolution

Alexiei Dingli

Professor of Artificial Intelligence

University of Malta

13:15 – 13:45 / Panel – AI and Gambling: Crafting a Winning Partnership for the Future

Is marriage between AI and Gambling real? The panel will focus on whether partnership between one of the strongest technologies out there and a big business sector such as gambling can be successful.

Trevor De Giorgio

Consultant

Diligenza Group

Dr Gege Gatt

CEO

EBO

Oliver De Bono

CEO

Quantum Gaming

Mark Flores Martin

CEO

XGENIA

Clint Griscti

CEO

apidae Digital

13:45 – 14:15

AI Debate

13:45 – 14:15 / AI Debate

Join world known experts for a heated debate over the fate of Artificial Intelligence — hot topic TBA.

14:20 – 14:50

Art Workshop

14:20 – 14:50 / Art Workshop: Beyond the Logo: How Characters Drive Brand Dynamism and Relatability

Join Maltese digital artist Zack Ritchie, Archipals creator, for interactive workshop and get unique digital collectible gifts. Learn how character-driven brands can create lasting connections and value for businesses, and integrate seamlessly with gaming and NFTs, enhancing user engagement.

Zack Ritchie

Co-Founder

NFT Club

14:50 – 15:20

AI Workshop

14:50 – 15:20 / AI Workshop & Live Demo: Crafting an AI strategy for your business

Join us for a remarkable showcase of the latest AI apps and tools that can be instantly used to scale business infrastructure, or simply improve your daily routines.

Tony Ventura

Innovation and Technology Speaker

10:00 – 18:00

EXHIBITION – DAY 2

MMH Malta

Known for its buzzing vibe, the expo is open to all ticket holders.

18:00 – 20:00

NETWORKING DRINKS

Grand Hotel Excelsior

We believe great conversations deserve great venues. Which is why we′ve lined up events at some of the best places in town. From Unesco Heritage sites to lively waterfront venues, break the ice at our official networking drinks. Open to Platinum ticket holders only.

19:30 – 22:30

PRODUCT iGATHERING

Toro Toro

This networking dinner is strictly for game providers, product and casino managers, sound engineers, mathematicians, platform providers. Should you still wish to attend email request to?[email protected]. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.

19:30 – 22:30

AFFILIATE-OPERATOR iGATHERING

Gracy’s Arts & Supper Club

This networking dinner is strictly for affiliates, CMOs and affiliate managers. Should you still wish to attend email request to [email protected]. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.

19:30 – 23:00

COMPLIANCE iGATHERING

One80 – Valletta

This networking dinner is for CSPs, CEOs, regulators, data centres, licence providers, law firms and C level executives in gaming responsible for legal and compliance. Should you still wish to attend email request to [email protected]. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.

20:00 – 00:00

CENTURION MMA FIGHT

Ta’ Qali Basketball Pavilion

Centurion FC is back in Malta for another thrilling round of MMA bouts. With a powerful lineup of fighters confirmed, you′ll want to experience the action firsthand. Open to all ticket holders.

22:00 – 04:00

10 YEARS OF SiGMA PARTY

Sky Club

Celebrate a decade of SiGMA with an unforgettable night at Sky Club! We’re bringing in some of the world’s top DJs, including DIASS and JJOY. For entrance, please present your badge, wristband, or ticket at the door. Open to Platinum ticket holders only—get ready to party!

09:30 – 18:30

BUS SHUTTLE SERVICE

This shuttle service offers convenient round-trip transportation (running every 40 min) between the following locations:

9:30am – 6:30pm: Grand Hotel Excelsior (Valletta) to MMH
9:30am – 6.30pm: Hilton (St Julian’s) to MMH

10:00 – 16:00

CONFERENCE – EUROPE 2024 – DAY 3

SiGMA Stage

09:30 – 10:00

Snacks & Connections

10:00 – 12:20

eSports & Sportsbooks

10:00 – 10:10 / Keynote – The Rise of Micro-Betting

Dinos Stranomitis

Co-Founder & COO

Altenar

10:15 – 10:35 / Panel – Emerging Streaming Platforms and Their Impact

10:35 – 10:50 / Keynote – Sports Betting: a look into the future

How AI can enhance sports betting by improving user experience, odds calculation, and operational efficiency for both B2B & B2C markets.

Mark Blandford

Partner

Burlywood Capital

10:55 – 11:15 / Panel – Community Casting and Esports 2.0

11:15 – 11:35 / Panel – Trends and Predictions for 2025

Joe Pisano

Founder & CEO

Jade Group of Companies

11:40 – 11:55 / Fireside Chat – Crack Down On Sweepstakes/Giveaways

Mark Balestra

US Special Counsel

Segev

12:20 – 12:45

Commitment to ESG & CSR

12:20 – 12:45 / Panel – ESG and CSR: Navigating Stakeholder Expectations

Russell Mifsud

Director, Gaming Lead & Global SME

KPMG Malta

Keith Marshall

Chief Philanthropy Officer

SiGMA Foundation

Rachel Decelis

Associate Director & ESG lead, Advisory Services

KPMG Malta

Luke Adebiyi

Director

Exchange Capital Partners

Martina Cutajar

Senior ESG Advisor

ARQ Group

Yuliya Khrenova

Head of Compliance & DPO

iGaming Academy

12:50 – 15:00

Payment Solutions

12:50 – 13:10 / Panel – Crypto Crunch: Innovation, Volatility, and Regulatory Hurdles

Explore how to harness the power of cryptocurrency, navigate evolving global regulations, and safeguard transactions and user data.

Tanja Dimitrijevic

Head of Legal

Red Acre Group

Graziella Grech

COO

FinanceMalta

Eran Shay

Managing Director

Benefit Business Solutions

Lior Aizik

COO

XBO.com

13:10 – 13:20 / Keynote – The Ultimate Playbook for Beating Fraud Prevention and Risk Mitigation

A step-by-step guide with actionable steps and best practices to protect organizations from emerging threats and ensure long-term resilience.

Olegs Cernisevs

CTO

Blackcatcard

13:25 – 13:50 / Panel – MiCA Repercussions on Gaming

Yuliya Khrenova

Head of Compliance & DPO

iGaming Academy

Mark Van Weeren

Attorney-at-law

Blenheim Lawyers

Dr Franklin Cachia

Director & Lead Consultant

CSB Group

Adrian Niculescu

CEO

TOMORROWerse Capital

13:55 – 14:20 / Panel – Cross-Border Buzz: AML, Data Privacy, and the Global Payment Shuffle

Supported by:

What’s new in the global regulatory landscape for payments, cross-border transactions, AML measures, and data privacy.

Julian Goffin

Co-Founder & CEO

Alunafi

Shaun Choudhary

Partner

LongOn Capital

Mauricio Carrillo-Palacio

Chief Strategy Officer

GlobiancePay

Alexey Rozhkov

CEO

MoneyGate

14:20 – 14:30 / Keynote – iGaming Operators in Banking: Addressing the Weak Links and Moving Forward

Shay Merary

CBDO

Flyfish

14:35 – 15:00 / Training – Turning Data into Value: Strategies for Secure Data Sharing and Monetization

Discover how to unlock the hidden value in your data while maintaining the highest standards of security and compliance.

Maciej Szatkowski

Google Pre-Sales Engineer

Squalio

15:00 – 16:05

Future of iGaming Workforce

15:00 – 15:20 / Panel – Women in Gaming

Supported by:

Anneli Nilsson

Founder

JobMatchingPartner

Ayelet Mamo Shay

Director

Benefit Business Solutions

Wong Wei See

Head of Sales APAC

Group-IB

Polina Kapitonova

HR Advisor

Alpha Affiliates

15:25 – 15:45 / Panel – Talent Playbook: from Mastering Remote Teams to Leveraging Data Analytics

Adam Woodley

Founder

A1 Talent

Pavel Yurovitskiy

CEO

KIT Global

Mauro Magro

Founder

Get Recruited Worldwide

Marvin Cuschieri

Group Chief People & Talent Officer

Logifuture

15:50 – 16:05 / Keynote – Closing The Leadership Gap

How to empower yourself by empowering others, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration that ultimately drives business success.

Luke Todd

CEO, Executive Coach & Trainer

MadeYou

AIBC Stage

11:15 – 14:40

Investors & Startups

11:15 – 12:00 / Quantum Gaming Tech Workshop: Explore the Power of Web3 & Gaming

Supported by:

Oliver De Bono

CEO

Quantum Gaming

12:05 – 12:15 / Keynote – Key Traits of the Successful Investor Mindset

12:15 – 12:35 / Panel – Venture Capital Flow: What’s new for Crypto, Blockchain and Web 3

12:40 – 13:00 / Panel – Token Architecture and Web3 Investing: Launching a Token in 2025

Gordon Einstein

Founder

CryptoLaw Partners

Jason Fernandes

Co-Founder

AdLunam Inc.

Wesley Ellul

Special Envoy for Startup Funding and Innovation

Government of Malta

Aymen Soufi

Strategic Director

SunContract

13:00 – 13:20 / Panel – Startups Stories: Following up with AIBC Startup Pitch Winners

13:25 – 13:35 / Keynote – Global Perspective: Investment strategies for the MENA region

13:40 – 14:05 / Panel – Web3/AI startups: the new black

Venture capitalists are taking notice of the potential of AI and Web3. In 2022, VC funding for AI startups reached $132.3 billion — how does the market react to a new duo of web3/AI technologies powering the newly emerging projects?

Gordon Einstein

Founder

CryptoLaw Partners

Anton Golub

Venture Partner

Full Stack VC

Jarek Bialek

CEO

Revenue Capital

Alexander Belov

Forbes Journalist & Media & Fund Founder

Coinstelegram

Stoyan Angelov

Founder & CEO

Evedo

14:05 – 14:30 / Panel – Investors take: who will be the next unicorn?

Dive into unique insights of investors working across emerging tech sectors to learn which criteria a company should meet to join the unicorn club.

Gordon Einstein

Founder

CryptoLaw Partners

Yuriy Romanyukha

Managing Partner

ICLUB Global

Vinícius Moraes De Carvalho

Investment Partner

Ikigai Ventures

Osmin Callis

Founder & CEO

Mode8 Venture Studio

Mikko Puhakka

Advisory Board Member & Mentor

Ventures Thrive

14:40 – 15:50

AIBC Startup Pitch Malta

14:40 – 15:50 / AIBC Startup Pitch

We′re championing up-and-coming startups with the exciting Pitch competition. Held live on stage, it’s your chance to connect with investors and VCs—don’t miss this golden opportunity!

10:00 – 18:00

EXHIBITION – DAY 3

MMH Malta

Known for its buzzing vibe, the expo is open to all ticket holders.

18:00 – 20:00

NETWORKING DRINKS

19:30 – 22:30

PAYMENTS & B2B iGATHERING

Gracy’s Arts & Supper Club

This networking dinner is strictly for payment providers and chief payments officers, CTOs, CIOs, CEOs of casino and sports betting brands as well as platform providers focusing on payments infrastructure. Should you still wish to attend email request to [email protected]. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.