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Federico Freni is a lawyer and expert in administrative law. In 2021, he was appointed Undersecretary of State at the Ministry of Economy and Finance in the Draghi government. Following the 2022 political elections, he was elected to the Chamber of Deputies and reconfirmed as Undersecretary of State at the Ministry of Economy and Finance.

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Janis Ungurs is a legal professional with over 20 years experience, specialising in gambling regulation and IT. Since 2006, he has directed the Legal Department at Latvia's Lotteries and Gambling Supervisory Inspectorate, overseeing legal frameworks. licensing, litigation and international cooperation in gaming regulation.

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Francesco (Frank) Cecchini is the Head of Lottery at Evoplay. With over 25 years of experience in the lottery and gaming industry, including leadership roles at Betware (later NOVOMATIC Lottery Solutions) and GTECH/IGT, he has developed strategies to innovate and disrupt the lottery technology market by addressing cost, speed, and reliability challenges. Fluent in French, Italian, and English, Cecchini holds an Electrical and Electronic Engineering diploma from De Montfort University and has a background in fintech, notably with Dimoco in Austria. He is also passionate about Leicester City FC, cooking, and motorbikes with big engines.

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William J. Pascrell III is a partner at Princeton Public Affairs Group with decades of experience in state, federal and international public affairs. A leading expert in internet gaming, sports betting and lottery, he was instrumental in the repeal of PASPA and the passage of New Jersey's Online Gaming Act. Bill advises governments globally on gaming policy and has driven major wins for clients across gaming, cannabis and other regulated sectors.

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Aleksandar Popov is currently director of the Directorate Supervision of gambling and gambling activities in the National Revenue Agency of Bulgaria. Aleksandar has significant experience in the area of control of public funds, mainly European funding. He possess a master's degree in Law and Public Administration and a PhD in Political science. Also, he is a certified auditor in the public sector. Aleksandar has been a speaker at ICE London, SBS Lisbon, EEGS 2023 and EEGS 2024.

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Passionate about employee wellbeing, transformation and people, Cordelia Morgan Cooper has over 10 years of talent management experience in recruitment, both agency and in-house, including international work in Malta. Having founded CMC Consulting in March 2022, she has successfully hired across Tech, Finance, Marketing, Sales and Executive roles globally.

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Luke Todd, Founder and CEO of MadeYou since 2014, leads growth in executive coaching, leadership training, employer branding and feedback services across Europe. A Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach with 25+ years' experience, Luke combines operational knowledge to create practical, engaging learning experiences.

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Andrei Frimescu is the marketing director of Game World, one of the leaders of the Romanian gambling industry. The company started operating in 1999 and has won the award for the Best Gambling Hall for eleven consecutive years. With over thirty years of experience in casino management and marketing, Andrei has worked for live table game operations, poker tournaments, slot machine halls, sports betting shops, studio casino games, and, in recent years, online gambling. He is also an experienced trainer, public speaker and the author of the book "Casino Marketing Inspired by Music".

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Jonathan Low, a visionary entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience, is transforming the global financial landscape as Founder and CEO of Biptap. By merging blockchain technology with traditional banking, he addresses challenges in payments, financial accessibility and privacy, creating innovative solutions that empower businesses and individuals.

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Dieter Brockmeyer is a senior media industry and innovation expert, author, international keynote speaker, and panel host. He is Chief Project Officer (CPO) of Diplomatic World Group in Brussels and cofounder the Diplomatic World Institute (DWI). He is cohost of the “Two the power of MORE” audio podcast series on innovation thinking. He curates international industry events and developed the Wholistic World Innovation Trophy (WWIT) that DWI announced remotely in 2021 for the very first time and had its physical premiere in 2022 at Casa Llotja del Mar in Barcelona. The award is based on the concept of “Wholistic Innovation” Dieter developed for the Institute and that is explained in his book “Pandemia’s Box” available on Amazon in English and German.

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As Umnai’s Chief Executive Officer, Angelo is responsible for leading the company’s commercial, product and technology strategy. Umnai was founded as an innovative AI focused solutions provider that is creating new AI technology that can explain itself and its decisions while helping to assist people rather than replacing them, with an emphasis on achieving a positive social impact. Angelo has published over 23 scientific publications in Europe and the US and has over twenty years of experience in various executive positions in technology, entertainment and fintech companies. Angelo has also represented Malta in various international events and one of his first international achievements was to win a bronze medal at the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) in 1995. As a serial entrepreneur, Angelo was involved in four IPOs and invested in more than 40 successful companies. This long track record was recognised in 2014, when he was awarded with Malta’s Top Entrepreneur of the Year award. Angelo’s profile is a realization of the mantra he works by ‘To create scaleable, repeatable technology businesses that lead by innovation’.

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Samir Ceric is a C-level executive in a number of tech and financial institutions; former senior executive in finance, telecom and aviation industries; former Chairman of football club; investor and serial entrepreneur with 25+ years’ experience in Asia, Western Europe and the Balkans region; author, mentor, philanthropist, board member, competition judge, public speaker (including London Business School TEDx), alumni member of George Soros Foundation, The Open Society, guest lecturer and mental health campaigner focused on blockchain technology and innovation in the fields of sport, finance, investment and creative industry; aiming to create more transparency and openings in these industries for high level investments including a better ‘fit’ between start-up / scaleup and investment (private and institutional) words; involved with a number of by-invitation only investment clubs including Mayfair Investment Club co-founded by Ceric. Ceric holds Masters in Mathematics obtained at University of Bologna, Italy, and University of Sussex, UK, is currently a PhD candidate (in blockchain), speaks 4 languages and is a former elite athlete, having won the England National Championships in handball. Ceric is married to a renowned fashion designer and has 3 children. Results-proven, growth-oriented and globally accomplished leader with repeated success in multiple industries and markets, expanding international footprint, building shareholder value, driving vision and achieving critical strategic goals. Successful M&A and restructuring track record. Ceric appeared live on ITV, BBC, NBC News, N1 (regional CNN), Al Jazeera, FACE TV, FTV, BH Radio as well as in articles in The Times, The Financial Times, The New York Times, Reuters, Time Out London, the Guardian, The Sunday Times, Vogue Italia, Vogue UK, Madame Figaro. He’s been labelled as one of the ‘UK’s Most Powerful People in Art & Fashion’ by the Times Magazine and ‘London’s Top Tastemaker’ by Time Out London. Ceric regularly attends business and investment conferences in Europe and Asia as a panelist and moderator.

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Tony Ventura is a tech influencer, an international speaker, and a dedicated technology researcher. He is known for his work in technology and innovation in Brazil, where he created the Digital Transformation course for the Ministry of Economy. He founded the largest digital tools community in Latin America, positively transforming thousands of lives through technology. In addition, Tony established the Brazil Startups association, supporting numerous startups with technology and investments. He has delivered talks in various cities worldwide, sharing creative ideas for using technology in business. Tony also mentors executives in multinational companies, introducing them to lesser-known new technologies Furthermore, Tony Ventura runs a social project that aims to equip students in economically disadvantaged areas, with apps, websites, enabling them to continue their education, generate income selling services from those tools and support their families financially.

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Leonid is the CEO of mr.Booster Agency, a fast-growing full-cycle marketing agency. With 10 years of experience in marketing, he has worked across key industries such as iGaming, fintech, and sports betting. Throughout his career, Leonid has launched full-scale 360° campaigns, mastered retargeting strategies, led brand awareness initiatives, and built strong expertise in media buying. His hands-on approach and deep understanding of traffic acquisition have helped businesses scale efficiently and achieve sustainable growth. Currently, Leonid is expanding into the AdTech sector, developing innovative solutions to enhance marketing strategies in this rapidly evolving industry. His ability to adapt to new markets and leverage data-driven insights makes him a sought-after expert in the field.

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Natasa Stojcic is a seasoned commercial leader with over 11 years of experience in the iGaming industry. She’s known for building high-performing teams and turning smart strategy into measurable growth. Natasa leads with trust, transparency, and a strong belief in empowerment—fostering a collaborative, results-driven environment where everyone takes ownership of their work. She has a talent for turning big-picture vision into practical, impactful outcomes. She’s passionate about sustainable growth and developing talent—whether she’s shaping future-focused revenue strategies or mentoring the next generation of commercial talent in the industry. At Blexr, she leads the commercial chapter, with a strong focus on long-term impact and win-win partnerships.

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Cristiano Blanco is a highly experienced professional in the iGaming industry, with a career that began in 2007. He has been instrumental in driving the sector's international growth, holding senior roles with strategic, commercial, product and organizational responsibilities. His expertise includes managing product lines such as Sportsbook, Casino, and Gaming, as well as excelling in product delivery, P&L management, change management, and leveraging data-driven strategies for business success. Cristiano’s leadership has been key to developing highly successful products. Notably, he has contributed significantly to the success of the Kindred Group and ComeOn Group, where he held senior positions while effectively leading multinational teams. Cristiano holds a degree in Law and an MBA from Derby University in the UK, which has provided him with a solid understanding of business operations, further enhancing his career achievements. He is known for being motivated, passionate, and results-oriented, consistently delivering excellence in his field and embracing new challenges to ensure organizational success.

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Jaguar Lawyers' CEO is Jaguar Adva Gal, Adv. CPA, who has spent years managing international strategic investments in startups, wide-ranging investment and portfolio management for the world's largest venture capital fund: Intel Capital. Jaguar Lawyers Firm leads international business law consulting, including building companies contractual structure, international licensing, regulatory compliance, and court litigation, as well as legal financial arbitration.

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Belal Jassoma is Director of Ecosystems at DMCC, the world’s leading business district and authority on international commodities trade and enterprise. Belal joined DMCC in 2011 and has been instrumental in scaling up DMCC’s ecosystems and commercial offering, including new products, services and member engagement programmes. In his current capacity as Director for Ecosystems, Belal is responsible for developing key strategic relationships, partnerships and product functions as well as overseeing ecosystem development across several of DMCC’s industry verticals such as crypto, gaming, AI, energy and financial services. Belal holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the American University of Sharjah and brings over 18 years of experience in real estate, investment, and government administration.

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Keith Zammit is a seasoned startup and AI strategist, spearheading innovation at the intersection of iGaming, artificial intelligence, and game development. Based in Gozo, he leads Elevate AI, the leading global AI and iGaming Accelerator Program.

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Kris Galloway is head of iGaming Product at Sumsub, having spent over a decade with leading operators, he combines traditional casino solutions with pioneering trends to shape the industry's future. His expertise spans sports betting, skin gambling, neo casino games, KYC and anti-fraud, bridging gaming innovation with responsible and compliant player experiences.

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