SBC Summit Malta is set to unveil its new Market Disruption track, addressing key regulatory shifts and opportunities in the global gaming industry.
From Italy’s licensing reforms to the UK’s tightening regulations and Finland’s market liberalisation, the event aims to equip operators with strategies to navigate these transformative changes.
Scheduled for April 29th, the Market Disruption track will gather industry experts to dissect major regulatory shifts that influence market entry strategies and financial sustainability. The session Italy Reset: Consolidation, Control and the Next Licensing Cycle will delve into the new licensing framework in Italy, with insights from Marco Tiso, Quirino Mancini, Luca Grisci and Nicola Tani.
UK in Transition: Regulation, Retreat and the Fight for a Sustainable Market, will evaluate the impact of stricter regulations and rising costs on the UK market. Christopher Dalli will discuss operators’ responses, including cost-cutting and shifts in affiliate strategies, and analyse whether these measures are safeguarding players or driving them to unregulated markets.
The track will also shed light on Malta’s impending VAT regulations, effective October 2026, in New VAT Laws on Gambling and Betting, a Game Changer. This session will feature Nico Sciberras, Cristian Edu and Ramona Cassar, focusing on how these changes will impact business structures and the overall benefits for the gambling industry.
Germany’s regulatory challenges will be explored in Germany at a Crossroads: Regulation and Market Sustainability, moderated by Dr. Fabian Masurat. This session will address issues like black market activities and the balance between taxation and player protection.
In The Dutch Market at a Crossroads: Regulation, Politics and the Future of Licensing, experts, including Frank op de Woerd, will discuss the regulatory environment in the Netherlands amidst political uncertainties.
Finally, Emerging Markets: The Next Billion Dollar Battleground will explore growth opportunities in regions like Africa and Latin America. Donna Bugelli will offer insights into which markets are ripe for early entry and potential success.
SBC Summit Malta will convene 6,000 industry stakeholders from April 28th to 30th, at the InterContinental Malta, covering diverse themes including technological innovation and shifting player expectations in addition to regulation.
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