AIBC CENTRAL EUROPE AGENDA
31st Oct
10:00 - 16:00
Interactive Workshop brought to you by global industry training experts, iGaming Academy. Cover your key responsibilities as a CEO or Director of an MGA-licensed gambling operator in this high-level, interactive session. The workshop provides a comprehensive overview of legal obligations along with practical guidance on effective implementation. Register your interest here.
Day 1 - 2nd Nov
08:00 - 21:00
Rome Fiumicino Airport
If you’re arriving early in Rome, save time by registering directly at the airport. Dedicated registration desks will be available at Rome Fiumicino Airport, Terminals 1 and 3, where you can simply present your ID and ticket to collect your delegate pass - giving you more time to relax and explore the Eternal City before your SiGMA journey begins.
Day 2 - 3rd Nov
00:00 - 23:00
Arrival day lets delegates settle in, register, and explore the venue. Optional city tours, informal networking meet-ups, and an initial walk-through of Fiera Roma help build anticipation and provide a clear view of what’s ahead. Refer to the SiGMA Official App for any shuttle announcements or last-minute traffic updates.
08:00 - 21:00
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Save time upon arrival by registering directly at the airport. Dedicated registration desks will be available at Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, where you can simply present your identification along with your ticket to collect your delegate pass — allowing you to skip the queues later at the main venue and head straight into the action.
09:00 - 17:00
Fiera Roma
Exhibiting at SiGMA Central Europe 2025? Skip opening-day queues by collecting your badge in advance. Registration desks at Fiera Roma run 09:00–17:00 the day before the expo. Present your QR confirmation and valid ID, pick up your badge, lanyard and exhibitor pack, then head straight to stand build-up.
Please note: Exhibitors will be able to access and inspect their booths from 09:00 to 13:30 only.
Getting to Fiera Roma:
🚉 Train: FL1 line to Fiera di Roma (from Tiburtina, Ostiense, Tuscolana, or Fiumicino Airport). Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 Bus: ATAC lines 808, 089, 701, 701L and Cotral connections serve the fairgrounds.
🚕 Taxi: ~10 minutes from Fiumicino Airport or ~40 minutes from Rome city centre.
🚗 Car: Exit 30 (GRA) toward Fiumicino, with over 8,000 parking spaces available.
09:00 - 17:00
Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel
Use the Anantara Hotel as an additional pre-registration point to cut waiting times at the main venue. Simply bring valid identification and your ticket to collect your badge in advance for a quicker and smoother entry.
10:00 - 16:00
The Sanctuary Eco Retreat
Set in a charming 18th-century farmhouse, La Carovana, a beloved family-run restaurant since 1970, hosts an exclusive Wine Tasting Experience. Discover the rich flavors of Italy through a curated selection of red and white wines. Guided by expert sommeliers and local producers, you’ll explore each wine’s story — from its origins to perfect pairings — all accompanied by a delicious finger food buffet. To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, two departure times are available — so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
🕙 Departures times from The Sanctuary Eco Retreat: 10:15 AM & 1:30 PM
📄 Please bring a valid ID or passport, as each participant must complete a waiver form and present it at the venue.
Getting to Sanctuary Eco:
🚇Metro: Line B to Cavour, short walk to the retreat.
🚌 Public Bus: ATAC lines 360, 590, 70, 71, 714, 75, 87, C3, 16, F02, NMB, 117 nearby.
🚖 Taxi: ~6 min from Roma Termini (€18–22).
10:00 - 22:00
The Sanctuary Eco Retreat
Skip the first-day queues by collecting your delegate badge during pre-registration. Simply present a government-issued ID or your email QR code to receive your badge, lanyard, and app credentials, then head straight to the Welcome Reception, where an open bar and live DJ set the tone for a relaxed atmosphere—ideal for networking, making connections, and planning your week ahead. Open to all ticket holders.
Getting to Sanctuary Eco:
🚇 Metro: Line B to Cavour, short walk to the retreat.
🚌 Public Bus: ATAC lines 360, 590, 70, 71, 714, 75, 87, C3, 16, F02, NMB, 117 nearby.
🚖 Taxi: ~6 min from Roma Termini (€18–22).
20:00 - 00:00
Cinecittà - Ancient Rome Set
Celebrate standout achievements at the SiGMA Central Europe Awards, recognising the operators, affiliates, and suppliers reshaping the industry. This invitation-only evening is reserved for Platinum ticket holders, table sponsors, and guests with paid seats.
Getting to the Ancient Rome Set at Cinecittà:
🚇 Metro: Take Line A toward Anagnina. Get off at the Cinecittà station, short 2-minute walk to the studios. Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 Bus: Several lines stop very close: 213, 520, 548, 590, 789, C11 among others. The Tuscolana / Cinecittà bus stop is almost right at the entrance.
🚖 Taxi: from central Rome, around 20-30 minutes (€25-€35).
20:30 - 23:30
Obicà Parlamento
An evening standing dinner featuring a gourmet experience designed to foster concise, high-level networking. The event takes place at Obicà Parlamento, the world’s first Mozzarella Bar, an Italian restaurant located in the historic centre of Rome, near Palazzo Montecitorio. Invitation required. Open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
Getting to Obicà Parlamento:
🚇 Metro: Line A to Spagna, then 10-min walk. Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚖 Taxi: ~5–10 min from Termini (€10–15), ~45 min from Fiumicino (€50).
🚶 Walking: ~20 min from Roma Termini (1.5 km).
🚌 Bus: From Ciampino, bus to Anagnina + Metro Line A to Spagna.
Day 3 - 4th Nov
08:00 - 19:00
This complimentary shuttle offers round-trip transportation from the city center to Fiera Roma, starting at 8:00 AM. The service runs on 3 different routes, with buses departing every 15 minutes for your convenience.
🗺️ Route 1: Lungotevere Marzio → Viale Luigi Einaudi → Viale Trastevere 80 → Hotel IBIS → Fiera Roma
🗺️ Route 2: Villa Zaccardi (Circ. Gianicolense) → H10 Portuense → B&B Fiumicino → Fiera Roma
🗺️ Route 3: Metro Laurentina → Palazzo dello Sport → Holiday Inn → Marriott Park → Fiera Roma
The last return shuttle from Fiera Roma departs at 7:00 PM.
10:00 - 18:00
Fiera Roma
The doors open and the extensive show floor comes alive, grouping suppliers, service providers and startups by sector for easy navigation. Use the event app to save booths, arrange first meetings and collect product information. Walk the aisles, note opportunities and schedule deeper conversations for tomorrow.
Getting to Fiera Roma:
🚉 Train: FL1 line to Fiera di Roma (from Tiburtina, Ostiense, Tuscolana, or Fiumicino Airport). Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle Bus Number 1, 2 or 3 and stop at Fiera Roma.
🚌 Bus: ATAC lines 808, 089, 701, 701L and Cotral connections serve the fairgrounds.
🚕 Taxi: ~10 minutes from Fiumicino Airport or ~40 minutes from Rome city centre.
🚗 Car: Exit 30 (GRA) toward Fiumicino, with over 8,000 parking spaces available.
10:00 - 16:10
Fiera Roma
Four stages launch: Frontier Tech & Payment Expert, Affiliate Leaders, People Partners & Performance, and Regulatory Briefing. Morning outlooks and afternoon case studies let you tailor your agenda.
Getting to Fiera Roma:
🚉 Train: FL1 line to Fiera di Roma (from Tiburtina, Ostiense, Tuscolana, or Fiumicino Airport). Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle Bus Number 1, 2 or 3 and stop at Fiera Roma.
🚌 Bus: ATAC lines 808, 089, 701, 701L and Cotral connections serve the fairgrounds.
🚕 Taxi: ~10 minutes from Fiumicino Airport or ~40 minutes from Rome city centre.
🚗 Car: Exit 30 (GRA) toward Fiumicino, with over 8,000 parking spaces available.
10:00 - 10:35
Trudy Kerr
SiGMA Stage Host
10:10 - 13:20
Supported by:
Robert Zammit
Partner
WH Partners
Uncover key considerations for operators transitioning from emerging markets to regulated ones - from stricter compliance and customer protection requirements to cultural and regulatory challenges that can derail success.
Supported by:
Quirino Mancini
Group Strategic Advisor - Gambling, Media and Sport
WH Partners
Dario Evangelista
Deputy General Counsel
Betsson Group
Fabrizio Veltre Stolfi
Head of Gaming Operations Italy
Evoke
Ray Lee
Director of Business Development
TaDa Gaming
Marcus Hanna
CEO
BetToMa
Revaz Chkuaseli
Head of Business Development
SoftConstruct
Delve into the evolution of gaming M&A as it moves beyond traditional boundaries, with industry leaders discussing acquisitions in media, technology, and data-driven assets, their implications, and what this shift means for the future of the global gaming industry.
Supported by:
Andrea Marchetti
Partner & Director
WH Partners Italy
Luís Portela de Carvalho
Partner
Lektou
Demos Katsis
Deputy Mayor
Limassol, Cyprus
Dmitry Belianin
Founder
Menace
Discover how operators can move beyond compliance to engage constructively with regulators, build public trust, and help shape policies that balance consumer protection with market sustainability.
Supported by:
Cosmina Maria Simion
Managing Partner
WH Simion & Partners
Simon Planzer
Partner
Planzer Law
Charles Mizzi
CEO
Malta Gaming Authority
Patricia Lalanda Ordóñez
Partner
Loyra Lawyers and Advisors
Geanina Oprita
Compliance Manager
Kaizen Gaming International
Explore how tax risk insurance is transforming deal certainty and tax risks in the gaming industry; covering how it works, what it achieves, and and how operators can use it to manage complex cross-border tax exposures.
Supported by:
Mark Galea Salomone
Managing Associate
WH Partners
Tim Dobbing
Director
HWF Partners
The ceremony will feature a speech by the Founder of SiGMA Group, an address by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy, and a keynote by the President of the European Parliament, followed by the official opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Hon. Roberta Metsola
President
European Parliament
Hon. Antonio Tajani
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy
Eman Pulis
Founder
SiGMA Group
Analyze how companies are responding to evolving regulatory developments in the North American gaming market, addressing key risks, compliance challenges, and regional adaptations to emerging trends.
Supported by:
Robert Zammit
Partner
WH Partners
Ron Segev
Founding Partner
Segev LLP
David Yatom Hay
General Counsel
Soft2Bet
Rodrigo Galván Graf
Partner
L&BC
13:20 - 16:05
How do you evolve a strategy that’s defined a company for two decades and unite dozens of brands under one global identity without losing local passion? In this keynote, Ronni Hartvig shares Betsson’s transformation: from rebranding and regulatory navigation to operating as a truly global, locally rooted operator.
Ronni Hartvig
CCO
Betsson Group
Leonid Kirakosyan
CEO
SoftConstruct
Join top regulators from Latvia, Bulgaria, Italy, and Cyprus as they share cross-border perspectives on compliance, market growth, and the future of Europe’s iGaming landscape.
Maarten Haijer
Secretary General
European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA)
Jānis Ungurs
Director of the Legal Department, Latvia
Lotteries and Gambling Supervisory Inspectorate
Alexsandar Popov
Director
Directorate Supervision of Gambling and Gambling Activities - Bulgaria
Panagiotis Trisokkas
President
Cyprus National Betting Authority
As Brazil’s long-anticipated federal regulation finally rolls out in 2025, the panel will explore the balancing act between explosive growth potential and complex tax and compliance frameworks.
Supported by:
Shirley Pulis Xerxen
Head of News
SiGMA Group
Tamas Kusztos
СCО
Playson
Alexandre Tomic
Founder
Alea
Stepan Dobrovolskiy
CEO
BetBoom LATAM
Plínio Augusto Lemos Jorge
President
ANJL - Brazilian National Association of Games and Lotteries
A high-stakes debate between politicians, regulators, and operators to assess the current progress of this sweeping reform - whose outcome will determine the stability and future of Italy’s gaming industry, its companies, and its workforce.
Geronimo Cardia
Founder
Studio Cardia
Francesco Gatti
Founder & CEO
Bull Gaming
Moreno Marasco
Chairman
LOGiCO
Giuseppe Volpe
Managing Partner
Cuiprodest
Emilio Zamparelli
Chairman
STS - FIT
Hon. Andrea de Bertoldi
Member of the Chamber of Deputies
Decode how to successfully expand into regulated jurisdictions, tackling compliance hurdles, licensing complexities, and market-specific challenges along the way.
Darran Ingretolli
Communications and Content
IGA Group
Jaguar-Adva Gal
CEO
Jaguar Reg&Comp
Dr Kyle Scerri
Senior Manager – Legal
CSB International
Avv. Valérie Peano
Founding Partner
EGLA (European Gambling Lawyers and Advisors)
Serafino Vaccino
Technical Compliance Director & AI Legal Lead
EveryMatrix
10:00 - 10:55
Mark Borg
Sales Manager & VO Artist
SiGMA Group
Explore how operators and affiliates can capitalize on Italy’s mobile-first ecosystem while navigating regulatory requirements.
Vittorio Mele
Managing Director
DT9 Group
Reveal the hidden reasons online casinos fail, from revenue leaks to affiliate manipulation, and learn how operators and affiliates alike can spot vulnerabilities, prevent costly losses, and build more transparent, sustainable partnerships.
John Wright
Co-Founder & CEO
StatsDrone
10:55 - 12:50
Get inside the minds of journalists, PR pros, and comms leads shaping the industry narrative. Learn how to amplify your brand, avoid media landmines, and own the conversation in a 24/7 content world.
Liga Tarasova
Account Director
PRace
Shirley Pulis Xerxen
Head of News
SiGMA Group
Joe Lamb
Founder
Volume Communications
Giampiero Moncada
Journalist
Press Giochi
From star streamers to product innovators, game CEOs, mathematicians, and top affiliates - who really drives growth: product or marketing? Discover new strategies that fuel player acquisition, retention, and revenue.
Armin Aganovic
COO & CRO
Joelsson Media Group | Aboutslots.com & CasinoDaddy
Andrew Sudakov
CEO
Rocks.Partners
Josefin Uppeke
Senior Product Owner
Wicked Games
Yaroslav Soloshenko
Head of Business Development
ELA Games
Jillian Dingwall
Senior News Writer
SiGMA Group
Discover how leading operators are evolving beyond pure performance metrics to build powerful brand identities that inspire trust, enhance player retention, and create long-term value. Explore the operator’s journey from short-term acquisition to sustainable brand equity - showing how personality-driven branding can strengthen customer relationships, differentiate in crowded markets with cacophonous messages, and amplify lifetime value.
Christian Gruber
COO
Merkur Sportsbetting GmbH
Learn how to turn sports marketing from promotion into participation. Drawing on real campaigns with global athletes and major brands, this keynote reveals how emotion, storytelling, and cultural strategy can make betting and sports platforms unforgettable.
Kyrylo Korobka
Executive Director
Ready to Fight
12:50 - 14:00
From empire-building strategy to calculated risk-taking, this high-stakes CEO panel uncovers the bold bets shaping iGaming’s global domains and what leaders today can learn from history’s original high rollers.
Oliver De Bono
CEO
Quantum Gaming
Marcel Tobler
CEO
Swiss Casinos
Richard Dennys
CEO
Game Lounge
Nikolay Lobov
CEO
Nobles Gaming
Franz Gerhart
CEO
Vyking
Explosive growth or cautious scaling? Legacy tech or bleeding-edge innovation? In this no-holds-barred live game show, industry leaders make tough calls in real time while the audience votes and challenges their thinking.
Wojtek Sznapka
Co-Founder & CEO
Gamblitude.ai
Dmitry Starostenkov
CEO
EvenBet Gaming
Emiliano Sanchez
CCO
Mancala Gaming
14:00 - 15:10
Mariusz Gasiewski
CEE Mobile Gaming & Apps Lead
Examine how the iGaming sector can protect itself from emerging digital threats by sharing intelligence, applying legal safeguards, and ensuring risks are swiftly escalated to the proper authorities to preserve trust and reputation.
Aurelien Alexandre
Solutions Architect
Incode
Michael Mallia
Head of the Malta Police Liaison Office
Europol in The Hague
Anna Badaeva
Group DPO & Security Expert
Tonybet
Giuseppe Marino
President
Italian-Cypriot Chamber of Commerce
15:10 - 15:55
The old SEO rules are breaking fast. AI-driven engines, LLMs, and generative systems are disrupting how players discover casinos. Learn how operators, affiliates, and content creators can compete in this new landscape and avoid being invisible to tomorrow’s search engines.
Mark Flores Martin
CEO
XGENIA
Sean Bianco
Co-Founder & CEO
GainChanger
Kurt Rapinett
Head of Data & AI
Deloitte
Dissect the clash between black-hat subdomain farms and ethical affiliate outreach: what works, what gets penalised.
Tamara Novitović
Head of SEO
Bazoom Group
10:00 - 12:00
Marija Hammon
SiGMA Stage Host
How unchecked egos and poor accountability at the top unravel culture and performance, and what leaders must do to repair the damage.
Cordelia Morgan Cooper
Founder
CMC Consulting
Danylo Diachenko
CBDO
Devils
Alastair Cleland
Group Managing Director
Pentasia
Rosi Bremec
Former COO
Game Lounge
Christopher Grech Bonett
Owner & Founder
R77
Mariia Grinko
HR Team Lead
Private inc.
Claudia Ionescu
People & Organization Strategic Advisor
Adam Calleja Urry
Business Development Director - Malta
BetConstruct
Discover how prioritizing wellbeing transforms workplace culture and drives success. Alexandre Tomic reveals how a “tribe culture” built on trust and collaboration boosts performance, retention, and profitability—proving that when people thrive, business grows.
Alexandre Tomic
Founder
Alea
This keynote looks at how purpose-driven leadership helps executives handle constant pressure and complexity. It will show how purpose clarifies priorities, improves decision-making under stress, and strengthens teams in ways that deliver healthier, more sustainable growth.
Luke Todd
CEO, Executive Coach & Trainer
MadeYou
12:00 - 13:05
'Job Your Love' is about building a life and career around what genuinely excites you, rather than settling for safety or familiarity. It’s a roadmap to turn passion and purpose into your work, income, and lifestyle while living authentically.
Dr. Sara Al Madani
The Emirati Entrepreneur
How to deal with the fear of failure and take leaps in enterpreneurship. A fast take on leadership, fundraising, exits and pivots that can take your business from an idea to a success
Karolina Pelc
Founder
BeyondPlay
13:05 - 15:05
A nostalgic look at the early days of iGaming: when regulations were light, innovation was bold, and pioneers built an industry from scratch in hubs like Antigua and Curacao.
Jillian Dingwall
Senior News Writer
SiGMA Group
Ian Sherrington
CEO
Crownstar
Flaviano Fogli
Director
Fogli Consulting
Stephen Crystal
Founder & CEO
SCCG Management
Has regulation stifled the creativity and excitement that once defined iGaming? Explore how to revive the industry’s original spirit while staying compliant.
Jillian Dingwall
Senior News Writer
SiGMA Group
Simon Westbury
Strategic Advisor
1xbet
Jessica Maier
Co-Founder & Director
EGARA - Executive Gaming and Risk Advisory
Wojciech Trzaska
CCO
SB Software
A behind-the-scenes journey into the art of game creation, from music and sketches to the passion that brings unforgettable titles to life.
Jillian Dingwall
Senior News Writer
SiGMA Group
Francesco Maietich
Creative Lead
Cozmoplay
Sargis Poghosyan
CPO
Creedroomz
Get an inside look at the most up-to-date cheating threats facing casinos today, and the practical methods for deterring and detecting them in real time. These demonstrations are designed to train eyes, sharpen instincts, and ultimately protect the integrity and profitability of table games.
Sal Piacente
President
UniverSal Game Protection Development, Inc.
15:05 - 16:05
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 - 10:05
Olga Yaroshevsky
Managing Director
SiGMA AIBC
10:05 - 10:45
Exploring Malta's innovative regulatory frameworks designed to foster technological advancement and entrepreneurial growth, highlighting strategic policies, legal incentives, and compliance mechanisms that position Malta as a premier hub for startups.
Supported by:
Julian Goffin
Co-Founder & CEO
Alunafi
Kenneth Brincat
CEO
Malta Digital Innovation Authority (MDIA)
Ivan Filletti
CEO
GamingMalta
Keith Zammit
CEO
Elevate AI
Manila Di Giovanni
Founder & CEO
DWorld Malta
H.E. Daniel Azzopardi
Ambassador of Malta to Italy
10:45 - 12:45
MiCA introduces strict rules for crypto businesses in the EU. What do compliance teams need to implement now? This panel breaks down licensing timelines, risk controls, and how to stay ahead of regulatory scrutiny.
Torben Friis
Managing Director
Match Liquidity DMCC
Lara Barbuto
Director of Compliance, Compliance Officer & MLRO (Malta)
OpenPayd
Sofia Maria Cucciniello
Head of Legal & Compliance
Blockchain.com
Giuseppe Marino
President
Italian-Cypriot Chamber of Commerce
Joseph F Borg
Partner
WH Partners
What does a post-SWIFT future look like? This discussion explores how blockchain and stablecoins are transforming international payments for banks and businesses.
Supported by:
Nathalie Oestmann
Partner
Mangosteen Advisory
Xavier Gomez
Group COO
Vancelian
Dmitry Lazarichev
Co-Founder
Wirex
Meryem Habibi
CRO
Bitpace
Mark Berkovich
CEO
Kea
As Europe implements MiCA’s stablecoin framework and the U.S. moves forward with the Genius Act, how will these differing approaches shape the global market? Which model better balances innovation, consumer protection, and cross-border competitiveness?
Lorenzo Barbantini Scanni
Co-Founder & CRO
Colossus Digital
Ron Segev
Founding Partner
Segev LLP
Pankhuri Bansal
Blockchain Expert
United Nations
Ian Dawson
Co-Founder & CFO
ZBX
Tomas Pérez-Quevedo
Co-Founder
MakaChain
Giampiero Moncada
Journalist
Press Giochi
Hon. Marcello Coppo
Member of the Chamber of Deputies
Italy
12:45 - 13:10
The panel will explore the latest innovations in AI-driven solutions, discussing how financial platforms can harness these technologies to proactively detect fraud, automate regulatory adherence, and personalize customer interactions at scale.
Supported by:
Olga Yaroshevsky
Managing Director
SiGMA AIBC
Emily Freeland
Director of Value Consulting
Zendesk
Mark Curmi
Non-Executive Director
Sparkasse Bank Malta
Tatiana Botskina
CEO
Deriskly
13:15 - 14:50
Payments are frequently viewed as mere operational necessities, yet they hold untapped potential to drive significant business growth. By leveraging innovative payment strategies and technologies, operators can transform payments from a cost centre into a powerful engine for enhancing user experience, boosting retention, and fuelling revenue expansion.
Supported by:
Julian Goffin
Co-Founder & CEO
Alunafi
Gil Tal
Founder & CEO
PayConsult
Bob Reid
Founder & CEO
Everest
Laia Mena
Co-Founder & Director
Caliu
Karolis Dula
Head of Payments
Alea
Join a heated debate on how the future and market adoption looks for the hottest type of digital assets -- stablecoins.
Mike Costache
Co-Founder
Bound Protocol
Dr Theodoros Christodoulou
Co-Founder & CEO
Lab4crypto
Jonathan Low
Founder & CEO
Biptap
Giovanni Cunti
CEO Europe
Gate
Lior Aizik
Co-Founder & COO
XBO.com
This panel dives into the technical challenges of scaling crypto payment platforms to handle the high transaction throughput demanded by modern gaming ecosystems.
Torben Friis
Managing Director
Match Liquidity DMCC
Ana Schulz
COO
FinchPay
Alex Konewko
Director & CEO
Finductive
Christopher Wilson
Founder
Radom
Fiorentina D'Amore
CEO Malta & Senior Director of Business Operations (EU)
Blockchain.com
14:50 - 15:05
Explore how the UAE has emerged as a pivotal hub for innovation in cryptocurrency and web3, driving economic growth and attracting global talent through regulatory advancements and strategic investments.
Belal Jassoma
Director of Ecosystems
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)
15:10 - 15:15
This panel explores Italy’s ongoing digital transformation, highlighting innovative technologies, startups, and policies driving the country's future.
Francesco Porcu
Founder & CEO
369X
Dr Emanuele Canegrati
Economist, Member of Villa Vigoni
Renato Loiero
Budget Policy Advisor to the Prime Minister of Italy
Stefano Menghinello
Head of Department for Economic and Environmental Statistics, National Accounts
ISTAT
Emilio Colombo
Director
Deloitte Consulting
MEP Brando Benifei, the lead architect behind the ground breaking EU AI Act, delivers a message about the regulation's implementation, its impact on innovation adoption, and reshaping the global AI landscape.
Brando Benifei
Member of the European Parliament
16:00 - 18:00
Platinum / VIP Lounge, Hall 1 - Fiera Roma
As the first day comes to a close, join fellow delegates for networking drinks supported by SMADEX, right inside Hall 1 (near Stage 1 – Regulatory Briefing) at Fiera Roma. Unwind after a full day at the expo, connect with peers, exchange cards, and identify tomorrow’s must-meet prospects before heading off to your evening plans. Open to all ticket holders, it’s the perfect way to wrap up the day with great conversations and relaxed energy
Getting to Fiera Roma:
🚉 Train: FL1 line to Fiera di Roma (from Tiburtina, Ostiense, Tuscolana, or Fiumicino Airport). Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle Bus Number 1, 2 or 3 and stop at Fiera Roma.
🚌 Bus: ATAC lines 808, 089, 701, 701L and Cotral connections serve the fairgrounds.
🚕 Taxi: ~10 minutes from Fiumicino Airport or ~40 minutes from Rome city centre.
🚗 Car: Exit 30 (GRA) toward Fiumicino, with over 8,000 parking spaces available
20:00 - 00:00
Cinecittà - Ancient Rome Set
The SiGMA Central Europe B2C Awards honour leading operators, affiliates, and content creators. Attendance limited to Platinum ticket holders, table sponsors, and paid seats.
Getting to the Ancient Rome Set at Cinecittà:
🚇 Metro: Take Line A toward Anagnina. Get off at the Cinecittà station, short 2-minute walk to the studios. Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 Bus: Several lines stop very close: 213, 520, 548, 590, 789, C11 among others. The Tuscolana / Cinecittà bus stop is almost right at the entrance.
🚖 Taxi: from central Rome, around 20-30 minutes (€25-€35).
20:30 - 23:30
La Villetta dal 1940
Savor traditional Italian dishes, lovingly prepared from family recipes handed down through generations, in the elegant and charming setting of La Villetta dal 1940. This invitation-only, seated dinner for Premium and Platinum guests offers the perfect atmosphere for senior leaders to share market insights and engage in strategic networking.
Getting to La Villetta dal 1940:
🚇 Metro: Line B to Piramide, then a 4-minute walk. Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚉 Train: Porta San Paolo station is a 7-minute walk.
🚌 Bus: Lines 75, 280, 719, 769, 780, and N716 stop nearby.
🚌SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle bus number 2 and stop at H10 Portuense, then an 8-minute taxi.
🚖 Taxi: Approximately 10–15 minutes from Roma Termini (€10–15)
20:30 - 23:30
Allegrío
Enjoy an exclusive seated dinner at Allegrío, where traditional Roman and regional Italian dishes meet Neapolitan pizza in a relaxed setting—perfect for networking and savoring a memorable culinary experience. Attendance is by invitation only for Premium and Platinum guests.
Getting to Allegrío:
🚇 Metro: Line A to Spagna or Barberini station, then a 4-5 min walk.
🚌 Bus: Lines 52, 53, 61, 62, 83, 160 stop very close; stops like Veneto/Emilia, Due Macelli/Capo Le Case, Boncompagni/Marche are nearby.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle bus number 1 and stop at Viale Luigi Einaudi, then a 6-minute taxi.
🚖 Taxi: ~5-10 min from Roma Termini, depending on traffic.
20:30 - 23:30
Obicà Parlamento
An evening standing reception featuring a gourmet experience designed to foster concise, high-level networking. The event takes place at Obicà Parlamento, the world’s first Mozzarella Bar, an Italian restaurant located in the historic centre of Rome, near Palazzo Montecitorio. Invitation required. Open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
Getting to Obicà Parlamento:
🚇 Metro: Line A to Spagna, then 10-min walk. Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚖 Taxi: ~5–10 min from Termini (€10–15), ~45 min from Fiumicino (€50).
🚌SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle Bus Number 1 and stop at Lungotevere Marzio, then a 4-minute walk.
🚶 Walking: ~20 min from Roma Termini (1.5 km).
🚌 Bus: From Ciampino, bus to Anagnina + Metro Line A to Spagna.
20:30 - 23:30
Antica Pesa
Delight in a specially selected menu as executives discuss current market insights in a relaxed atmosphere designed for open conversation and focused business connections. Hosted at Antica Pesa, where the Panella family has, for over a century, celebrated Rome’s culture and culinary traditions, this private seated dinner is reserved exclusively for Premium and Platinum guests. Strictly by invitation.
Getting to Antica Pesa:
🚇 Metro/Train: Closest stations are in Trastevere; from there it’s a short walk.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: shuttle bus number 1 and stop at Viale Trastevere 80, then a 5-minute taxi.
🚖 Taxi: From Centro or Termini expect ~10 minutes, depending on traffic.
🚶 Walk: If you’re already in Trastevere or nearby, it’s easy to walk along the charming streets.
20:30 - 23:30
Baja Roma
Enjoy a curated menu as senior leaders share market insights in a setting designed for candid dialogue and targeted deal-making. Hosted at Baja Roma – The River Experience, an elegant Art Nouveau venue built on an ancient harbour barge moored on the Tiber, blending sophistication and serenity in the heart of Rome. Invitation-only, seated dinner for Premium and Platinum guests.
Getting to Baja Roma:
🚇 Metro: Nearest is Flaminio (Line A), about an 8-minute walk.
🚌 Bus: Lines 119, 30, 301, 490, 495 serve the area.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: shuttle bus number 1 to Lungotevere Marzio, then a 10-minute taxi.
🚖 Taxi: Quick ride from central Rome; a comfortable option, especially in evenings.
🚶 Walking: From nearby areas like Piazza del Popolo or Flaminio it’s a pleasant walk along the river.
21:00 - 02:00
Atlantico Live
The name says it all. Empire of Success — powered by Hell Partners, PlayAmo Partners & 22Bet Partners — brings three powerhouse brands together for one legendary night. Armin van Buuren takes the stage. You bring your best energy. No dress code. No limits. This is your chance to be part of the most anticipated party, but spots are limited. Registration is required, and confirmation is mandatory. Click here to secure your invitation.
Getting to Atlantico Live:
🚇 Metro: Take Line B to EUR Fermi then connect with one of the buses above.
🚌 Bus: Lines 070, 700, 706, 709, 791 — nearest stops are Colombo/Pacifico, Oceano Atlantico/Colombo.
🚖 Taxi: Follow signs for Cristoforo Colombo exit; address is clearly signposted via Viale dell’Oceano Atlantico.
21:00 - 02:00
Palazzo Brancaccio
THE PIN-UP CODE is a private party held within the walls of an ancient palazzo — a night full of mystery and revelation. Its true meaning will be revealed only to the chosen ones on the guest list. Once inside, guests will be invited to look within themselves and discover what THE PIN-UP CODE truly is. After all, our partners are the secret “code” behind our shared success. Register your interest here.
Getting to Palazzo Brancaccio:
🚇 Metro: Take Line A to Vittorio Emanuele station — the venue is a short 3-minute walk from the exit.
🚌 Bus: Lines 16, 75, 714, 360 stop nearby; get off at Merulana/Labicana or Principe Eugenio/Manzoni.
🚖 Taxi: Ask for Viale del Monte Oppio 7 (Palazzo Brancaccio); located near the Colosseum and Vittorio Emanuele Square.
Day 4 - 5th Nov
08:00 - 19:00
This complimentary shuttle offers round-trip transportation from the city center to Fiera Roma, starting at 8:00 AM. The service runs on 3 different routes, with buses departing every 15 minutes for your convenience.
🗺️ Route 1: Lungotevere Marzio → Viale Luigi Einaudi → Viale Trastevere 80 → Hotel IBIS → Fiera Roma
🗺️ Route 2: Villa Zaccardi (Circ. Gianicolense) → H10 Portuense → B&B Fiumicino → Fiera Roma
🗺️ Route 3: Metro Laurentina → Palazzo dello Sport → Holiday Inn → Marriott Park → Fiera Roma
The last return shuttle from Fiera Roma departs at 7:00 PM.
10:00 - 18:00
Fiera Roma
Revisit priority stands for hands-on demonstrations, follow up on yesterday’s leads and compare solutions across neighbouring sectors. Quiet lounges and coffee points provide space to review contracts or fine-tune proposals before the afternoon rush. Purpose-built for progress, turning initial interest into concrete business discussions. Open to all ticket holders.
Getting to Fiera Roma:
🚉 Train: FL1 line to Fiera di Roma (from Tiburtina, Ostiense, Tuscolana, or Fiumicino Airport). Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle Bus Number 1, 2 or 3 and stop at Fiera Roma.
🚌 Bus: ATAC lines 808, 089, 701, 701L and Cotral connections serve the fairgrounds.
🚕 Taxi: ~10 minutes from Fiumicino Airport or ~40 minutes from Rome city centre.
🚗 Car: Exit 30 (GRA) toward Fiumicino, with over 8,000 parking spaces available.
10:30 - 16:10
Fiera Roma
Day two shifts to applied insights across the four stages. Panels deliver practical case studies, benchmarking data, and Q&A sessions to help you implement fresh strategies.
Getting to Fiera Roma:
🚉 Train: FL1 line to Fiera di Roma (from Tiburtina, Ostiense, Tuscolana, or Fiumicino Airport). Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle Bus Number 1, 2 or 3 and stop at Fiera Roma.
🚌 Bus: ATAC lines 808, 089, 701, 701L and Cotral connections serve the fairgrounds.
🚕 Taxi: ~10 minutes from Fiumicino Airport or ~40 minutes from Rome city centre.
🚗 Car: Exit 30 (GRA) toward Fiumicino, with over 8,000 parking spaces available.
10:30 - 10:55
Paola Cirilli
Partner & Head of the Policy Analysis and Research Center
Cuiprodest
Antonio Barreca
Director General
Federturismo Confindustria
Giuseppe Roscioli
President
Federalberghi - Rome
Nicola Vladimiro Ciccarelli
Vice President
Confindustria Alberghi
11:00 - 14:15
Jason Dean Frost
President
EUROMAT
Hon. Federico Freni
Undersecretary of State
Ministry of Economy and Finance of Italy
Gain first-hand insight from a leading European regulator in this keynote exploring how new policy priorities, enforcement approaches, and compliance expectations are shaping the future of the gambling sector across Europe.
Discover how leading omnichannel operators across Europe are mastering the art of blending digital and retail gaming channels into one seamless brand and customer journey.
Ewa Bakun
Director of Industry Relations
Clarion Gaming
Filip Jelavic
Secretary General
Croatian Gaming Association (CGA)
Francesco Gatti
Founder & CEO
Bull Gaming
Giuseppe Donato
Country Director - Italy
Kiron Interactive
Andrei Frimescu
Marketing Director
Game World Romania
Step into the future of land-based gaming with this session revealing how operators can navigate outdated regulations and unlock the full potential of digital, cashless payment innovations to meet evolving player demands.
Margaret Dunn
Portfolio Director
Clarion Gaming
Fivos Polymniou
Founder & Director
ASK Global Solutions
Rob Wheeler
Managing Director
RBW Systems
Bernhard Teuchmann
Managing Director of the Product and Technology Division
Novomatic Spain
Hon. Silvio Schembri
Minister for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects of Malta
Uncover how the legal gaming industry can become a powerful ally in dismantling illegal gambling networks, this session calls on regulators to shift focus from just licensed operators to the shadow systems fueling the black market.
Jenny Ortiz-Bolivar
Asia Lead Senior Journalist
SiGMA Group
Matt Zarb-Cousin
Director
Gamban
Kieran O’Keeffe
Secretary General
EUROMAT
Navigate the global maze of gambling laws in this power-packed session revealing how shifting regulations across key jurisdictions are rewriting the rules of market access, compliance, innovation, and competition.
John Hagan
Managing Partner
Harris Hagan
Dr Aftab Rizvi
CEO
Gaming Associates
Prof. Pieris Chourides
President
Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Commission
Andrew Gellatly
Executive Director
Alderney Gambling Control Commission
Shirley Pulis Xerxen
Head of News
SiGMA Group
Learn how the next generation of slot machines is being reimagined, where cutting-edge design, immersive content, and evolving player expectations collide to redefine the future of gaming.
Stephen Crystal
Founder & CEO
SCCG Management
Simon Barff
Managing Director
CLMS
Andrew Sackey
VP Commercial EMEA
Aristocrat
14:15 - 14:45
Join UFC legend Kamaru Usman in an inspiring fireside chat as he shares what it takes to build a champion’s mindset - from the octagon to the boardroom. Discover how the same principles that drive victory in sport: discipline, resilience, and leadership, can fuel success in business and beyond.
Supported by:
Kamaru Usman
UFC Welterweight Champion
14:45 - 15:55
Unveil how the legal gaming sector can stay investable and thrive financially, even as banks back away, by mastering strategies to attract capital, overcome funding roadblocks, and future-proof growth.
Reuben Portanier
Partner
GTG
Adam Rosenberg
Senior Advisor
Blackstone
Nick Harding
Chairman
EAG Expo
Stephen Crystal
Founder & CEO
SCCG Management
10:30 - 12:05
Kate Lifshits
CEO
NOWPayments
Digital wallets may have hit the ceiling, affecting both C2B player deposits and affiliate revenues. This keynote explores why wallet-based solutions are underperforming, highlights emerging payment innovations, and suggests a strategic roadmap for adopting the next generation of low-friction payment rails.
Serhii Zakharov
Founder & CEO
PayDo
Why overspend on acquisition when retargeting brings players back for cents? Check how retargeting drives ROI in 2025.
Leonid Pudov
CEO
mr.Booster Agency
Whether you’re launching an affiliate program from scratch or struggling to make your existing one profitable, this interactive workshop offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what actually works.
Florin Simovici
CEO
Traffic Manager Group
Brendon Spiteri
Head of Commercial
Routy
Eugene Bredenkamp
Performance Janitor
Black Labz
Stefan Muehlbauer (AffPal)
Head of Program
Masters in Cash
Alex Bobes
Managing Partner
Extremoo
12:05 - 13:30
Learn how to build regulation-resilient, market-specific funnels in Brazil and India, combining cultural UX, compliant creator/partner ecosystems, privacy-first data capture, and mixed-traffic plays that reduce dependence on Google and ad slots most likely to be restricted.
Keith Geary
Director of Casino
Game Lounge
Unveil how affiliates are mining micro-markets like India, Brazil, and Southeast Asia, with CPCs as low as $0.02, by deploying regional language SEO, Telegram Mini Apps, and hyper-local push strategies that convert at scale.
Yancy Naughton
Founder
Has Traffic
Olesea Naidion
Brand Manager
Nightrush
Lana Rossi
Founder & CEO
Conversion Club
Thamillin Valery Klen
Founder & CEO
TP Marketing BR
Maxim Makovetskyi
Head of Affiliates
Parimatch Affiliates
Unpack lessons from markets like the Netherlands and Ontario: licensing delays, strict KYC, and ad restrictions, and how they might apply to other markets, while balancing first-mover advantages with the compliance risks of moving too quickly under evolving regulations.
Guilherme Graziani
Head of Business Development - LATAM
OddsGate
Maurizio Soccodato
Founder & CEO
Global Lab
Giusy Campo
Business Development Director
Groovetech
Mike de Graaff
Co-Founder & Chief Compliance Officer
BetComply
Nikolay Georgiev
Audit & Regulations Director
EGT Digital
13:30 - 14:10
Get ready as top CMOs enter the hot seat for a no-holds-barred game of Truth or Dare, revealing the bold truths, biggest blunders, and wildest marketing moves in iGaming.
Alex Gitsik
CMO
Soft2Bet
Gor Chatyan
Deputy CMO
SoftConstruct
Paul Puolakka
CMO
Mr. Gamble
Lucie Kadlecova
CMO
Aviatrix
14:15 - 14:30
With markets evolving and regulatory scrutiny intensifying, SiGMA introduces a bold new initiative to empower senior executives and leaders to connect, seize control and thrive, in a game where only the bold can survive.
Heathcliff Farrugia
COO
SiGMA Group
Richard Wanigasekera
Head of Business Development UK/US
SiGMA Group
Shirley Pulis Xerxen
Head of News
SiGMA Group
14:30 - 15:25
Understand how to adapt your acquisition strategy by leveraging influencer-led content, TikTok-native campaigns, and micro-affiliates in a regulatory environment increasingly hostile to traditional paid media.
Renz Gonzales
Head of Business Development
PropellerAds
Vitaly Balakhonov
Brand Growth Engineer
GEARRRR.Agency
Rita Arnaus
Professional Kiteboarder
Jelani "Tekkz"
Professional eSports Player
With social trust replacing clickbait, discover how micro-creators using trackable offers and content bundles are outperforming traditional affiliate setups on TikTok, Telegram, and Instagram Reels.
Nikola Stojanovic
Account Management Team Lead
Gentoo Media
David Arutinyan
Head of Affiliates
1xSlots Partners
Elena Mannucci
TV Presenter
Jelani "Tekkz"
Professional eSports Player
15:25 - 16:10
Mike Waizman
CMO
NGM Game
Valerij Mitejko
Host & Event manager
Wintevents
10:45 - 10:50
Olga Yaroshevsky
Managing Director
SiGMA AIBC
10:50 - 12:30
From play-to-earn economies to on-chain gaming rewards, Web3 mechanisms are increasingly embedded into gaming experiences.
Alexander Belov
Forbes Journalist, Coinstelegram Media & Fund Founder
Mike Danshin
CMO
1w Crypto
Olga Filatova
CEO
INFTY ART
Explore how blockchain prediction markets are reshaping sports and fan engagement, delivering transparent odds, global reach, and a new frontier for interactive wagering.
Raymond Ratti
Partnerships Director
Swiftshore
Stuart Stott
CEO
Galactic Markets
Stefan Rust
Founder
Index.fun
With each EU country applying its own regulatory twist, betting companies face a fragmented compliance landscape. Experts will discuss how to scale operations across borders while staying compliant, and how technologies like AI and RegTech are helping streamline audits, licensing, and AML protocols.
Supported by:
Eugene Ravdin
Head of PR
SEOBROTHERS
Giulio Coraggio
Partner
DLA Piper Partner
Mauro Miceli
Director of Operations
Betstarters
The session explores the revolutionary impact of data analytics and cutting-edge technology on the worlds of sports, betting, and marketing, highlighting how these tools are reshaping strategies and consumer engagement.
12:30 - 13:00
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
13:05 - 14:30
The speech gives an overview of the global sports tech scene and investment landscape through the lenses of the first Italian sports tech incubator and a former professional athlete, now working at the frontier of innovation in Italy.
Federico Smanio
CEO
Wylab
From launching in-house tech ventures to incubating AI scouting platforms — why are elite sports organizations pivoting toward startup culture?
Samir Ceric
Managing Partner
SportingThinking
Federico Smanio
CEO
Wylab
Sahil Rikhye
Head of Digital, Data and Innovation
Bologna FC 1909
How innovative media strategies and equitable investment models are transforming the sports&tech industry - find out with media and investment powerhouses and experts delivering first hand use cases.
Pascal Haider
CEO
Cheeer
Roger Grossenbacher
CFO
CrowdSports
Manuel Atzler
Director New Business
Sport1 GmbH
14:30 - 15:20
The keynote explores how AI is transforming the sports industry by enhancing athletic performance, revolutionising fan engagement, and streamlining operations. It emphasises the synergy between human expertise and AI-driven insights—highlighting examples such as AI-powered coaching tools, personalised fan experiences, and data-driven decision-making in training and broadcasting.
Samir Ceric
Managing Partner
SportingThinking
From play-to-earn economies to on-chain gaming rewards, financial mechanisms are increasingly embedded into gaming experiences. This panel dissects the convergence of DeFi and gaming, the legal grey zones, and the impact this hybridization has on users, developers, and regulators.
Samir Ceric
Managing Partner
SportingThinking
Stefan Lavén
Founder
Data Talks
Emir Bursa
Founder & CEO
Delta3 Technologies
Patrick Seguev
Founder
Andaria Financial Services & Intercash
Alessandro Ciacchini
Director
KEO WORLD
15:30 - 16:00
The session explores how artificial intelligence is transforming athletic performance, fan engagement, advertising and sports analytics through real-world applications. Experts will share insights into innovative AI-driven solutions shaping the future landscape of sports technology.
Eugene Ravdin
Head of PR
SEOBROTHERS
Dean Akinjobi
CEO
Footbal Media
Giovanni Bertoli
Co-Founder & CEO
Wall Street Football Odds
Nicolò D'Ercole
EVP - Technology and AI
Sportradar
10:30 - 12:00
Strategizing learning to enable teams meet players’ expectations of safety & entertainment, and lead with fresh ideas - setting the tone for where iGaming heads next.
Tatiana Bogolyubskaya
Head of HR
Aviatrix
Operators are chasing data pros, compliance minds, and adaptable leaders. This panel weighs how training, smarter recruitment, and global reach can close the gap.
Supported by:
Melvin Ritsema
Co-Founder & CEO
Xcite Ventures
Jaime Debono
CEO
iGaming Academy
Aarti Carl
VP of HR
Eeze
Charmagne Garcia-Laconico
Founder & Executive Director
ProAdvantage Consulting HR and Training
11:30 - 11:55
Leonid Blinov
Vertical Head
TikTok
Luiza Blinova
Product Marketing Manager
TikTok
Maurizio Atzori
Head of Advertiser Experience
TikTok
Timofey Gordienko
Vertical Manager
TikTok
12:00 - 16:00
Learn how data-backed trend reports can turn market noise into strategic direction, helping operators, affiliates, and suppliers stay ahead of emerging opportunities and avoid costly missteps.
Supported by:
Ivan Montik
Founder
SOFTSWISS
Get the ultimate forecast duel as experts dissect what’s actually delivering results in 2025 and reveal the disruptive moves that will redefine iGaming growth in 2026.
Supported by:
Ivan Montik
Founder
SOFTSWISS
Heathcliff Farrugia
COO
SiGMA Group
Pierre Lindh
Co-Founder & Managing Director
NEXT.io
Denis Ristic
CEO
Popiplay
Discover why the next frontier of cybersecurity isn’t about firewalls, it’s about safeguarding revenue, reputation, and compliance in an era where one breach can crush market confidence.
Supported by:
Artem Bychkov
Deputy CSO
SOFTSWISS
Uncover proven strategies for transforming brand perception into market dominance and protecting long-term enterprise value.
Supported by:
Valentina Bagniya
CMO
SOFTSWISS
Dr Andreas Ditsche
CEO
iGaming.com Group GmbH
Alexandre Tomic
Founder
Alea
Martin Zarian
Co-Founder
Factory 39
Barb Tasci
Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer
RevPanda
Gain actionable insights on building a content roadmap that maximizes engagement, boosts player retention, and scales seamlessly across multiple markets.
Supported by:
Tatyana Kaminskaya
Head of Game Aggregator
SOFTSWISS
Kate Puteiko
CMO
BGaming
Alena Tsuranova
CCO
Megafair
Leonid Matison
Head of Customer Success
FlexPlay
The region’s iGaming expansion is powered as much by cultural insight and payment innovation as by policy change. Expect a fast take on what makes LATAM unique, from player habits to payment rails and cross-border collaboration.
Supported by:
Olga Resiga
CBDO
SOFTSWISS
Ricardo Rosada
CoCEO & Board Member
BandBet
H.E. Lucimara Batista dos Reis
Honorary Consul of Brazil in Malta
Matt Sahakian
Gaming Consultant
Roberto Regianini
Executive Vice President
UX Group
Learn how responsible gaming practices are not just ethical but profitable, defining the operators who will lead Africa’s high-growth markets in 2026 and beyond.
Supported by:
Miranda Guliashvili
Head of Regional Growth
SOFTSWISS
Jeremiah Maangi
CEO
iGaming AFRIKA
Zsuzsanna Zeibig
General Manager
EGT Kenya
Cut through the hype: how to plug AI into iGaming workflows with measurable impact. We’ll distill key trends- agentic automation, multimodal/RAG, real-time personalization, on-device privacy, EU AI Act governance and more.
Supported by:
Dan Morrison
Director of New Business
Fast Track
Luigi Caputo
CEO
Behaveme
Harmen Brenninkmeijer
Executive Chairman
NYCE International
Discover how industry leaders blend data analytics with creative storytelling to craft unforgettable player experiences - and learn which side will dominate the next wave of growth.
Supported by:
Alexey Chepkov
COO
SOFTSWISS
Oliver De Bono
CEO
Quantum Gaming
Hebert Gaban
CCMO LATAM
KBET
Christopher Bartolo
CTPO
Wildz Group
19:00 - 22:30
Auditorium della Conciliazione
Prepare for an unforgettable night as opera legend Plácido Domingo takes the stage for an exclusive performance at SiGMA Central Europe 2025. Set in the breathtaking Auditorium della Conciliazione, just steps from St. Peter’s Basilica, this concert blends artistic mastery with Roman grandeur. Open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders. A limited number of individual concert seats are available for purchase at €200. Upgrade now to unlock greater access and be part of SiGMA’s most prestigious night.
Getting to Auditorium della Conciliazione
🚇 Metro: Line A toward Battistini, get off at Ottaviano or Lepanto and walk ~10-15 min.
🚌 Bus: From Ottaviano station there are local buses (e.g. 280) toward Piazza Castel Sant’Angelo; you can also walk from Ottaviano.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle bus number 1 and stop at Lugotevere Marzio, then an 8-minute taxi.
🚗 Car: Via della Conciliazione is accessible from several directions; note limited parking nearby. Public paid parking at Piazza Cavour and Piazza Adriana.
🚖 Taxi: ~ 8 minutes from Roma Termini (€19–23)
20:30 - 23:30
Allegrío
Indulge in a curated seated dinner at Allegrío in Rome, where classic Roman and regional Italian specialties are paired with authentic Neapolitan pizza. Set in a warm and inviting atmosphere, this evening offers the perfect setting for meaningful conversations and connections. Attendance is by invitation only for Premium and Platinum guests.
Getting to Allegrío:
🚇 Metro: Line A to Spagna or Barberini station, then a 4-5 min walk.
🚌 Bus: Lines 52, 53, 61, 62, 83, 160 stop very close; stops like Veneto/Emilia, Due Macelli/Capo Le Case, Boncompagni/Marche are nearby.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle bus number 1 and stop at Viale Luigi Einaudi, then a 6-minute taxi.
🚖 Taxi: ~5-10 min from Roma Termini, depending on traffic.
20:30 - 23:30
La Villetta dal 1940
Relish multi-generational Italian recipes in the intimate and picturesque setting of La Villetta dal 1940, known for its blend of historic character and contemporary elegance. Reserved for Premium and Platinum guests, this invitation-only dinner creates the ideal space for insightful conversations and valuable connections.
Getting to La Villetta dal 1940:
🚇 Metro: Line B to Piramide, then a 4-minute walk. Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚉 Train: Porta San Paolo station is a 7-minute walk.
🚌 Bus: Lines 75, 280, 719, 769, 780, and N716 stop nearby.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle bus number 2 and stop at H10 Portuense, then an 8-minute taxi.
🚖 Taxi: Approximately 10–15 minutes from Roma Termini (€10–15).
20:30 - 23:30
Ristorante Pancrazio dal 1922
This fine-dining evening at Ristorante Pancrazio dal 1922, set above the ancient ruins of the Theatre of Pompey in Campo de’ Fiori, offers an exclusive taste of authentic Roman cuisine in a setting rich with history and elegance. Renowned for recipes preserved through four generations, the venue provides the perfect atmosphere for meaningful connections. By invitation only. Open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
Getting to Ristorante Pancrazio dal 1922:
🚇 Metro: Take Line A to Spagna, then 5-min walk. Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 Bus: ATAC lines 46, N46, 62, 64. The Corso Vittorio Emanuele / S. A. Della Valle bus stop is ~3 min walk to the restaurant.
🚖 Taxi: ~10-15 minutes from central Rome (€10-€15). Ask for “Piazza del Biscione 92”.
22:00 - 04:00
Opus Club
Get ready for a night of spectacle and music at the SiGMA Central Europe 2025 Official Celebration! Taking place at Opus Club in Rome on 05 November, the Mad Circus-themed event features a stellar line-up of Yuliya Sehen, Luna Semara, headliner Stephan Bodzin and JJoy. Platinum ticket holders, exhibitors (first come, first served), and VIP Table guests can immerse themselves in an electrifying atmosphere of lights, sound and unmissable performances. Badge required for entry.
Getting to Opus Club:
🚌 Bus: Lines 168, 280, 53, 69, 910 stop close by.
🚉 Train: FL3 line (Roma-Viterbo) has stops in the area.
🚇 Metro: Line A is your nearest metro line.
🚶 Walking: From the Mancini or Piazza Mancini bus stops it’s ~3-4 minute walk.
🌍 Address for reference – Via Giuseppe Sacconi 39, 00196 Roma.
Supported by:
Day 5 - 6th Nov
08:00 - 19:00
This complimentary shuttle offers round-trip transportation from the city center to Fiera Roma, starting at 8:00 AM. The service runs on 3 different routes, with buses departing every 15 minutes for your convenience.
🗺️ Route 1: Lungotevere Marzio → Viale Luigi Einaudi → Viale Trastevere 80 → Hotel IBIS → Fiera Roma
🗺️ Route 2: Villa Zaccardi (Circ. Gianicolense) → H10 Portuense → B&B Fiumicino → Fiera Roma
🗺️ Route 3: Metro Laurentina → Palazzo dello Sport → Holiday Inn → Marriott Park → Fiera Roma
The last return shuttle from Fiera Roma departs at 7:00 PM.
10:00 - 18:00
Fiera Roma
Use the final day to confirm orders, sign memoranda and capture any missed contacts. Many exhibitors reserve end-of-show incentives for today, so check the app for timely offers. Handshakes and recap meetings fill the aisles until closing time, sealing partnerships that extend well beyond the halls of Fiera Roma.
Getting to Fiera Roma:
🚉 Train: FL1 line to Fiera di Roma (from Tiburtina, Ostiense, Tuscolana, or Fiumicino Airport). Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle Bus Number 1, 2 or 3 and stop at Fiera Roma.
🚌 Bus: ATAC lines 808, 089, 701, 701L and Cotral connections serve the fairgrounds.
🚕 Taxi: ~10 minutes from Fiumicino Airport or ~40 minutes from Rome city centre.
🚗 Car: Exit 30 (GRA) toward Fiumicino, with over 8,000 parking spaces available.
10:30 - 16:00
Fiera Roma
The closing programme concentrates on future planning. Frontier Tech & Payment Expert previews next-generation platforms, Affiliate Leaders conducts live optimisation critiques, People Partners & Performance discusses succession planning, and Regulatory Briefing summarises forthcoming legislative timelines. Final wrap-up panels consolidate key insights into actionable checklists, providing a clear springboard toward SiGMA’s upcoming Sri Lanka summit.
Getting to Fiera Roma:
🚉 Train: FL1 line to Fiera di Roma (from Tiburtina, Ostiense, Tuscolana, or Fiumicino Airport). Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌 SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle Bus Number 1, 2 or 3 and stop at Fiera Roma.
🚌 Bus: ATAC lines 808, 089, 701, 701L and Cotral connections serve the fairgrounds.
🚕 Taxi: ~10 minutes from Fiumicino Airport or ~40 minutes from Rome city centre.
🚗 Car: Exit 30 (GRA) toward Fiumicino, with over 8,000 parking spaces available.
10:30 - 12:35
Unveil how to select tracking platforms with live data, fraud detection, and seamless payouts
Lotte Kempe
Director of Sales
Affiliate Alliance
Vlad Bondarenko
Head of Product
ReferOn
Brendon Spiteri
Head of Commercial
Routy
Clinton Cutajar
CTO
MediaTroopers
Dissect how leading affiliates are overcoming fraud, bans, and unreliable tools by building a trust-driven operations layer that replaces daily turbulence with transparency, stability, and measurable performance outcomes.
Olha Maksymova
Founder & CEO
HolyTraff
Ksenia Melnik
Head of Partnership Success
TrafficStars
Master the real sources of affiliate traffic, the latest bot and black‑hat tactics that skew performance, and how AI and attribution techniques can restore trust and ROI across operator and affiliate ecosystems.
Clinton Cutajar
CTO
MediaTroopers
Bruno Pereira
Ftd Specialist
Bruno Ads
Dario Poiese
Director of Affiliates & SEO
LeoVegas Group
Learn how sports media, livescore platforms, casino affiliates, and social channels can work together to build a balanced, compliant, and high-performing affiliate ecosystem.
12:35 - 13:05
A fast-paced, TED-meets-pitch-competition showdown where SEO experts present their boldest, most unconventional strategies in rapid-fire pitches, with live audience voting and MC feedback to crown the ultimate SERP champion.
Renz Gonzales
Head of Business Development
PropellerAds
David Mkrtchyan
SEO Team Lead
VBET
Nestor Vazquez
Founder
igamingseoconsulting.com
13:10 - 14:30
Dive deep into how operators and affiliates can forge tighter, tech‑driven collaboration to unlock new levels of performance.
Marcin Kumięga
Business Development Director
Voluum
Clemence Dujardin
Group CEO
MyAffiliates
Nataliia Lavruk
Head of Affiliates
Melbet
Joe Hatch
VP Product
StatsDrone
Mex Emini
Managing Director
SiGMA Play
Clinton Cutajar
CTO
MediaTroopers
AI is rewriting the rulebook of affiliate marketing: automating campaigns, optimizing copy, and testing faster than any human, but as players grow wise to the fingerprints of automation, affiliates who rely solely on AI risk becoming obsolete
Yancy Naughton
Founder
Has Traffic
Devin Holmberg
Co-Founder
Richmond Street
Stefan Muehlbauer (AffPal)
Head of Program
Masters in Cash
14:30 - 15:10
Explore know‑hows to unlock media buying opportunities often missed: data, creativity and tech married for serious performance uplift.
Marcin Kumięga
Business Development Director
Voluum
Renz Gonzales
Head of Business Development
PropellerAds
Mikhail Zhukov
Head of CPM
Adsterra
Nick Moutter
CEO
Lift
Laura Tamburini
Advertising Sales Manager
Taboola
Barbara Bednarek
Head of Strategy & Operation, CEE
10:30 - 11:15
As a global organisation connecting key players in the gaming industry, the International Masters of Gaming Law actively fosters dialogue among stakeholders, including regulators and policymakers. Explore practical tools and solutions to advance a balanced, sustainable, and increasingly standardised regulatory framework for responsible gambling and player protection.
Quirino Mancini
Group Strategic Advisor - Gambling, Media and Sport
WH Partners
Reuben Portanier
Partner
GTG
Luís Portela de Carvalho
Partner
Lektou
Ron Segev
Founding Partner
Segev LLP
11:15 - 13:45
Explore how Italy’s sport tipsters evolved into powerful betting influencers, discover the cultural roots of their rise, and uncover how their credibility, ethics, and transparency shape bettor behavior and bookmaker strategies.
Antonino Colapinto
Journalist
SiGMA Group
Felice Mariani
Olympic Medalist & Former National Judo Coach of Italy
Fabio Massimo Splendore
Editor
Corriere dello Sport – Stadio
Gianfranco Coppola
President
Unione Stampa Sportiva Italiana (USSI)
The new AAMS licence, €7M entry fee, nine-year term, 3% annual levy, is reshaping the market. Discover opportunities for major operators, barriers for newcomers, and the impact of regulation on innovation, affiliates, and marketing strategies.
Jillian Dingwall
Senior News Writer
SiGMA Group
Fabio Angeli Bufalini
Country Director
Stake Italy
Farzad Peyman
CEO
AQSE NYCE
Charles Herisson
International Investor
Charles Herisson Ltd
Stefano Sbordoni
Lawyer
Sbordoni&Partners
Hon. Alex Borg
Leader of the Opposition
Malta
With only 25% of bets placed online, Italy lags behind the rest of Europe. Examine the challenges and opportunities in the country’s digital transition, and how technology, content creators, and marketing can drive growth from offline to online betting.
Anna Maria Baccaro
Sports Journalist & Content Creator
Domenico Vacchiano
Co-Founder & CTO
SlotMatic
Francesco Maddalena
Founder & CEO
Hub Affiliations
Christopher Mitoli
Head of Acquisition Italy
Marathonbet
Examine growth drivers, covering regulatory changes and concession models, tech including AI and digitalization, player experience through personalization and safety, and public-private partnerships for sustainable industry development.
Giampiero Moncada
Journalist
Press Giochi
Enrico Bradamante
CEO Malta
EGT Digital
Liesbeth Oost
Head of ESG
JVH Gaming & Entertainment Group
Tiziana Cannizzaro
Head of Marketing & Sales
Espresso Games
Public gaming is undergoing a phase of transformation: sustainability is no longer merely an ethical goal, but a strategic lever that integrates governance, innovation, and social impact. Starting from a benchmark analysis of ESG levels compared to other sectors, the presentation explores concrete actions to evolve toward a public gaming model that is credible, transparent, and sustainable in the long term.
Laura D'Angeli
Founder
Studio D’Angeli Management and Strategy Advisor
Mara di Lecce
Communication & Marketing Director
NOVOMATIC Italy
Imma Romano
Director of Institutional Relations
Codere Italia Spa
Giuliano Guinci
Public Affairs, Sustanibility & Retail Operations Director
Eurobet Italy
13:45 - 14:35
Join the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) and the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) for an exclusive masterclass on how regulators, betting operators, and sports bodies collaborate to safeguard sports integrity. Unveiling real case studies and demonstrating how betting data is used to detect and combat match-fixing across global sports. REGISTER your interest here!
Antonio Abdilla Zerafa
Project-Based Consultant
International Betting Integrity Association
Sarah Hamlet
Investigator
International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA)
George Child
Investigator
International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA)
14:35 - 16:05
As sports betting grows across legal and illegal markets, match-fixing scandals and athlete betting violations are testing sports integrity like never before. Discover how regulators are adapting to safeguard public trust and ensure fair play in the evolving sports betting landscape.
Antonio Abdilla Zerafa
Project-Based Consultant
International Betting Integrity Association
Dieter Braekeveld
Intelligence & Investigations Manager
International Olympic Committee
Peter Mshikilwa
President
Esports Federation of Tanzania
Sarah Hamlet
Investigator
International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA)
Martha Brincat
Head - Compliance & Player Protection
Malta Gaming Authority (MGA)
Unveil how regulation impacts black-market activity, using real data on channelisation and leakage. Experts from land-based and online sectors will share firsthand insights, comparing statistics with daily realities to reveal what works, what backfires, and what’s needed next.
Jessica Maier
Co-Founder & Director
EGARA - Executive Gaming and Risk Advisory
Christian Heins
Director iGaming
Tipico
Karsten Kasteleiner
Head of Public Policy
Tipico
Matej Novota
Head of Casino Research
Casino Guru
10:45 - 10:50
Olga Yaroshevsky
Managing Director
SiGMA AIBC
10:50 - 11:00
Two AI models walk into a hedge fund: one attracts clients, the other hunts them. In this talk, Nicholas Levenstein shows how his fund and startup use the Magnet to draw in investors and the Spear to pinpoint ready-to-buy clients—turning lead generation into an art, not a gamble.
Nick Levenstein
Managing Director
Nicholas Levenstein & Company
11:05 - 13:25
As AI becomes the hidden game master behind player experiences, moderation, and monetization, the line between innovation and risk grows razor-thin. This session explores real-world stories from the gaming and IT ecosystem - from invisible AI bans to runaway recommendation engines and deepfake NPCs - revealing how governance failures can unfold in systems. Blending storytelling and strategy, the talk shows why AI governance isn’t a brake on creativity, but the rulebook that keeps the game fair - for players, developers, and providers alike.
Jeannette Gorzala
CEO
ACT AI NOW
Learn how AI-first pioneers are re-architecting their companies to slash costs by over 30% with autonomous workflows. It's no longer a question of if you should adapt, but what happens when you don't.
Valentina Diaco
Founder
Profit Matches
Mark Flores Martin
CEO
XGENIA
Adam Mateja
Co-Founder & CEO
Blurify
Karl Schranz
CEO
E&S Group
Staffan Engström
Co-Founder & CEO
Fieldstream.Ai
Generative AI is enabling entirely new kinds of startups and reshaping the cost structure of innovation. This session will look at how founders are leveraging AI to build leaner, faster, and more scalable businesses — and the new ethical, legal, and strategic questions this raises.
Karen Jouve
Co-Founder & CEO
Doors3
Gil Solomon
Founder
Gil Solomon & Co
James Spiteri Staines
Director
Beacon Finance
Dmytro Sorysh
Head of AI products, AI Domain Product Officer
RedCore
Keith Zammit
CEO
Elevate AI
With more data available than ever, AI is increasingly used to support — or even drive — critical decisions. This panel will explore tools and methodologies for integrating AI into business strategy, risk analysis, and forecasting.
Supported by:
Krzysztof Szyszkiewicz
Co-Founder & Partner
Valueships
Michael Cutajar
Founder & CEO
Accora
Mex Emini
Managing Director
SiGMA Play
Chaim Heber
Founder & CEO
Cevro AI
Chavdar Trendafilov
Technical Director
Cloud Office
Artificial Intelligence is evolving — from systems that predict to systems that understand. The next wave of AI is defined by reasoning, explainability, and trust — where machines can justify their choices and humans can confidently rely on them. In this keynote, Dr. Angelo Dalli, inventor of Hybrid Intelligence, reveals how forward-thinking companies can harness this new paradigm — building AI that explains itself, aligns with human goals, and drives real competitive advantage. Learn how to move from data-driven to reason-driven decisions — and lead in the age of intelligent transformation.
Angelo Dalli
CSO & CTO
Umnai
13:25 - 14:30
Listen to seasoned investors looking to diversify their portfolios with impactful startups in the fields of gaming, sports and emerging tech.
Supported by:
Olga Yaroshevsky
Managing Director
SiGMA AIBC
Vladimir Malakchi
CEO & Managing Partner
Xanada Investments
Vinícius Moraes De Carvalho
Investment Partner
Ikigai Ventures
Austeja Lazaraviciute
Investor
COINVEST Capital
Mariusz Gasiewski
CEE Mobile Gaming & Apps Lead
Roberto Magnifico
Partner & Board Member
Zest Innovation
An interactive quiz where the audience votes live on rapid-fire questions about building and scaling AI businesses. While results appear on screen, C-level AI leaders share fast, actionable insights — offering practical takeaways in just minutes for each question.
14:30 - 15:40
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!
10:30 - 12:20
Leading healthcare experts, addiction specialists, and technologists unpack the real structure of gambling-related harm, highlighting how tech, AI monitoring, and proactive policies can replace outdated measures with truly effective solutions.
Geronimo Cardia
Founder
Studio Cardia
Mara di Lecce
Communication & Marketing Director
NOVOMATIC Italy
Prof. Massimo di Giannantonio
Healthcare Expert
Riccardo Vecchi Lari
Project Manager
Nomisma
Andrea Ruggieri
Journalist
ESG professionals and CSR leaders from top operators reveal the key levers, responsible gaming, community investment, green initiatives, that are transforming gaming from a profit-driven business into a socially accountable industry.
Geronimo Cardia
Founder
Studio Cardia
Franco Bompani
Chairman
Eidos Consulting Srl
Daniele Raimondi
Counsel
Eversheds-Sutherland Italy
Valentina Gilberti
Head of Customer Success & Industry Insights
SGR Compliance
Andrea Manciulli
Director of Institutional Relations
Med-Or Italian Foundation
Examine how AI can detect problematic behavior and promote safer gaming environments, while also addressing concerns about data privacy and the risk of manipulation.
Kris Galloway
Head of iGaming Product
Sumsub
Stephen Aupy
Business Development Manager
Mindway AI
Niccolò Caramatti
Founder & CEO
Giochiamo.ai
12:20 - 13:30
In today’s competitive landscape, talent is the key differentiator. While financial capital is essential, it's the skills and creativity of our people that truly drive innovation and long-term success. This keynote will showcase examples where investing in human capital outperforms financial investments, explore ways to harness the full potential of local and remote teams, and discuss strategies for integrating talent into core business goals.
Simon Stokes
CCO
The Conexus Group
Promote metrics like engagement depth, psychological wellbeing, and inclusive culture effectiveness as better performance indicators.
Cindy Macintos
Ex-Chief People Officer
Pinnacle
Player retention is the new growth engine. This session explores how to convert existing player data into a powerful commercial asset - using AI-driven insights, loyalty ecosystems, and ethical UX. Discover how unlocking your “hidden gold” of AI training data can optimize personalization, reduce churn, and strengthen compliance.
Jochen Biewer
Managing Director
Chevron Group
Alena Tsuranova
CCO
Megafair
Stanisław Szostak
Co-Founder
Astral Forest
Mohammed Hamed
OpenText Senior Team Leader
TeKnowledge
13:30 - 14:00
As AI takes on roles once reserved for humans, a dangerous 'liability gap' emerges when algorithms commit crimes, leaving prosecutors struggling and harm unaddressed. Explore the future of legal accountability, the limits of current frameworks, and how regulation like the EU AI Act aims to keep innovation in check.
Prof. Stefano Filletti
Head of Department of Criminal Law
University of Malta
As AI takes on greater decision-making power in gaming, human oversight must not disappear but evolve. This keynote calls for a system where innovation and responsibility go hand in hand, exploring how built-in monitoring can prevent unlawful AI outcomes and determine who should be held accountable.
Martina Galea
Student
University of Malta
14:00 - 15:25
Unveiling how operators and partners can redesign games with digital-first mechanics, gamified experiences, and bold engagement strategies to attract Millennials and Gen Z while boosting performance and ROI.
Jochen Biewer
Managing Director
Chevron Group
Frank Cecchini
Head of Lottery
Evoplay
Ana Kandelaki
Business Development Manager
Altente
Dmytro Matiukha
CEO
Betinvest
Learn how operators and PSP partners use payment orchestration, programmable vaults, and smart retries to raise approval rates, cut costs, and expand into new markets without adding checkout friction.
Georgi Stoianov
COO
LaPayo
Vasilije Lekovic
VP Gaming
Trustly
Fabrizio Bergamaschi
SVP Gaming Global Multichannel
Nuvei
Luca Giancola
Payments & Operations Director
Lucky7 Ventures – Superbet Group
Richard Mifsud
Founder & CVO
Xprizo
See how operators, IDV vendors, and affiliates coordinate to curb multi-accounting, ATO, and chargebacks, using device intelligence and behavioral signals, while preserving fast onboarding and long-term LTV.
Eugene Ravdin
Head of PR
SEOBROTHERS
Tim French
Commercial Manager
Greco
Alfredo Lori
Project Manager
Cheope Risk Management Srl
12:00 - 16:00
Fiera Roma, Level 1 – Hall SC2 Meeting Room – MR117
Taking place in Rome this November, SiGMA Central Europe spearheads its first-ever affiliate startup event, designed to propel promising ventures from pitch to deal in a single afternoon. In collaboration with LY Group, the Ikigai Dealflow for affiliate startups offers a high-impact, private 3-hour experience dedicated exclusively to the affiliate startup community. Visit the Ikigai Dealflow page for more information.
Getting to Fiera Roma:
🚉 Train: FL1 line to Fiera di Roma (from Tiburtina, Ostiense, Tuscolana, or Fiumicino Airport). Pick up your SiGMA Metro tickets from our travel coordinators. Find them located outside the Fiera di Roma halls.
🚌SiGMA Shuttle: Shuttle Bus Number 1, 2 or 3 and stop at Fiera Roma.
🚌 Bus: ATAC lines 808, 089, 701, 701L and Cotral connections serve the fairgrounds.
🚕 Taxi: ~10 minutes from Fiumicino Airport or ~40 minutes from Rome city centre.
🚗 Car: Exit 30 (GRA) toward Fiumicino, with over 8,000 parking spaces available.
Day 6 - 7th Nov
00:00 - 23:00
Delegates wrap up their SiGMA Central Europe experience. Collect final materials, settle outstanding appointments, and arrange transport to the airport or city centre. Keep your badge handy for a smooth exit. We look forward to greeting you at SiGMA South Asia in Sri Lanka, where discussions continue.