Valletta, Malta
28th Aug
09:30 - 23:00
SiGMA Affiliate Retreat Gozo gathers 50 leading affiliates for a curated, all‑inclusive experience on Malta’s tranquil sister island from 28–30 August. Powered by the Ministry for Gozo and Invest Gozo, this high-level retreat primes SiGMA Euro‑Med with an intimate forum for decision‑makers across gaming and tech. Expect elevated hospitality, targeted networking, and a serene Mediterranean setting just a short ferry from Malta. More than a luxury escape, the retreat is a strategic platform aligned with Malta Vision 2050 and the Gozo Regional Development Strategy, underscoring Gozo’s accelerating role in the global digital economy.
Day 1 - 1st Sep
00:00 - 23:00
07:00 - 10:30
This complimentary shuttle service offers convenient transportation between the following locations:
Departure:
07:00 – 08:00 | Grand Hotel Excelsior (Valletta) & MCP Car Park → Valletta Waterfront
07:00 | Hilton St Julian’s → Valletta Waterfront
Return:
10:30 – 11:00 | Valletta Waterfront → MCP Car Park & Grand Hotel Excelsior (Valletta)
10:30 | Valletta Waterfront → Hilton St Julian’s
07:30 - 10:30
Valletta Waterfront
Supported by:
This event offers the perfect opportunity for team building for your organisation while promoting mental well-being through physical activity among colleagues and friends. Enjoy a range of guided fitness sessions led by professional coaches from SportMalta, healthy refreshments, and the scenic atmosphere of Valletta’s historic harbour. This is an open and free-for-all event! Any voluntary donations on the day will go towards the SiGMA Foundation’s projects to build schools for children and underserved communities in Africa. Register here!
08:30 - 17:00
Yachthub Group
Discover the best of Gozo on this curated VIP experience. The meeting point is at Yachthub Group at 8:30 AM to board a private yacht for a cruise to Gozo, departing at 9 AM - an island rich in history and natural beauty. A scenic drive takes you to the Gozo Innovation Hub for a private tour and welcome address by the Hon. Minister for Gozo. Enjoy a seated Gozitan-inspired lunch at Country Terrace, with sweeping harbour views, live entertainment and a digestif tasting. In the afternoon, unwind with a coastal cruise and time to swim, snorkel and soak in Gozo’s crystal-clear waters before returning to Malta. This activity is strictly by invitation.
09:00 - 15:00
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.
09:00 - 20:00
Excelsior Hotel - Valletta
Use the Excelsior 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.
09:30 - 14:30
Lobby - Hilton Malta
Join the island cruise and discover Malta like never before. Enjoy drinks as you take in breath taking views of Malta´s ancient bastions, Baroque architecture, and crystal clear Mediterranean seas. Meet us at the Hilton Hotel Lobby at 9:30 am. Open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders only.
10:00 - 17:00
MMH
Exhibiting at SiGMA Euro-Med 2025? Register early at MMH, exclusively designated for exhibitors. Present your identification and ticket to collect your badge efficiently, available during opening hours from 10am to 5pm.
10:00 - 20:00
Tourist Information Room, MTA Office - Arrivals, Malta International Airport
Save time upon arrival by registering directly at the airport. Simply present your identification together with your ticket to collect your delegate pass and skip longer queues later at the main venue.
11:00 - 22:00
HMCC, Level 5 - Hilton Malta
Collect your badge hassle-free at the pre-registration desk beneath the Grandmasters Suite at the Hilton Malta Conference Centre. Present valid identification and your ticket to secure early access and avoid congestion on opening day.
12:00 - 22:00
Quarterdeck Bar & Lounge - Hilton Malta
Raise a glass and toast to new beginnings at the official SiGMA Welcome Reception. After collecting your badge, join us at the chic bar Quarterdeck of Hilton that exudes charm and elegance with its classic sophistication, distinctive nautical theme, and beautiful terrace overlooking the Portomaso Yacht Marina. Open to all ticket holders.
19:00 - 23:00
Grandmaster Suite - Hilton Malta
Celebrate the industry's best at the prestigious SiGMA Euro-Med Awards 2025. Recognising exceptional achievements in affiliate marketing, game development, regulation, tech and beyond. This elegant evening brings together C-level leaders for a night of accolades, networking and world-class entertainment, strictly by invitation. Open to Platinum ticket holders, table sponsors and paid seats.
Day 2 - 2nd Sep
10:00 - 18:00
MMH
Welcome to Day 1 of the SiGMA Euro-Med Expo, where the global gaming industry converges under one roof. Explore a jam-packed floorplan featuring, B2B & B2C gaming exhibitors, land-based and emerging tech providers, 100+ startups with fresh projects, VIP lounge, careers hub and business lounges. Expect live brand activations, product demos and an expo energy only Malta can deliver. Open to all ticket holders.
10:00 - 16:25
MMH
Join us for a full day of thought leadership, industry insight and fresh innovation. Day 1 focuses on emerging companies, with the SiGMA Startup Pitch taking centre stage where 100+ startups compete in front of VCs and investors. Expect sessions covering affiliate marketing trends, iGaming regulation, crypto integration and investment strategies in iGaming. Don’t miss this golden opportunity to witness the next generation of innovators shaping the future of the industry.
10:00 - 10:10
10:10 - 12:15
A forward look at how regulation and market design interact in Malta’s iGaming sector - where policy signals meet evolving business models and industry trends, redefining risk, operations and competitiveness.
Supported by:
Olga Finkel
Co-Founder & Partner
WH Partners
Charles Mizzi
CEO
Malta Gaming Authority
Michele Magro
Legal & Compliance Professional
Enrico Bradamante
Founder & Chairman
iGEN
Carl Brincat
Director of Policy & Regulatory Affairs
LeoVegas Group
Dive into the evolving debate on player refunds, director responsibility, and the legal pressures transforming Malta’s gaming landscape.
Supported by:
Davinia Cutajar
Partner
WH Partners
Albert Knigge
Partner
Houthoff
Dr Nicole Daniel
Partner
DLA Piper Austria
Exploring the UAE’s progressing gaming regulatory framework and its impact on the growth of the industry in the Middle East.
Supported by:
Joseph F Borg
Chairperson of the Virtual Assets Business Section
The Malta Chamber
Oliver De Bono
CEO
Quantum Gaming
Kate McCormick
CEO
WH Partners UAE
Discover how companies can balance competitive incentives with tax efficiency, as this session dives into stock plans, bonuses, and benefits while highlighting key compliance requirements and best practices.
Supported by:
Joselyn Teuma
Senior Associate
WH Partners
Amandus Jabin
Vice President-Global Tax
Betsson AB
Alberto Simoes
Director
Playhill
Break down regulatory challenges that shape M&As in gaming, from multi-jurisdictional approvals to post-closing uncertainties and investor-driven complexities.
Supported by:
Robert Zammit
Partner
WH Partners
Zachary Sciberras
Manager – Legal and Enforcement
MGA
Alistair Facciol
Head of Legal
Rhino Entertainment
Stephanie Mifsud
Senior Legal Counsel
Aristocrat Interactive
Minna Ripatti
Founding Partner
Legal Gaming Attorneys at Law
12:15 - 12:55
Eman Pulis
Founder
SiGMA Group
Ivan Filletti
CEO
GamingMalta
Explore exactly how Malta Vision 2050 aims to transform the country from an iGaming stronghold into a broader innovation hub, with new policies and infrastructure to support esports, game development, and immersive tech.
Supported by:
Dr Jonathan Spiteri
Senior Lecturer - Dept. of Insurance & Risk Management
University of Malta
Philip Fenech
Deputy President
The Malta Chamber of SMEs
Hon. Jerome Caruana Cilia
Shadow Minister for the Economy and Enterprise
Nationalist Party - Malta
George Gregory
CEO
Malta Enterprise
Hon. Cressida Galea
Member of Parliament
Malta
Ivan Filletti
CEO
GamingMalta
12:55 - 13:35
What happens when the key decision-makers step away from the boardroom script? Expect candid reflections on failure, risk, resilience, and the competitors they quietly admire.
Oliver De Bono
CEO
Quantum Gaming
Dmitry Starostenkov
CEO
EvenBet Gaming
Alexandre Tomic
Founder
Alea
Simon Westbury
Strategic Advisor
1xbet
Uncover how Malta transformed challenges into a global gaming success story, from bold regulation to international appeal, and what keeps the island at the forefront today!
Shirley Pulis Xerxen
Head of News
SiGMA Group
Mario Galea
Founder
Random Consulting
Ivan Filletti
CEO
GamingMalta
13:35 - 15:25
Top marketing minds dissect this year’s most unforgettable campaigns: the brilliant, the baffling, and the teachable, so you can skip the mistakes and double down on what drives engagement.
Supported by:
Rodrick Zerafa
CEO
SEM - Servizzi Ewropej f’Malta
Christoffer Andersson
COO
500 Casino
James Olliver
Head of Digital PR
Reboot Online
Fabrizio Veltre Stolfi
Head of Gaming Operations Italy
Evoke
Understand how total advertising bans in markets like Italy and Spain unintentionally empowered the black market and failed to reduce gambling addiction, offering critical lessons for future regulatory decisions.
Quirino Mancini
Partner
WH Partners Italy
Dario Evangelista
Deputy General Counsel
Betsson Group
Alla Serebrianskaia
Partner
Asensi Abogados
Fabio Angeli Bufalini
Country Director
Stake Italy
Learn how operators can effectively embed responsible gambling messaging into marketing campaigns without compromising compliance or player engagement.
Wojciech Trzaska
CCO
SB Software
Claudia Farrugia
Head of Operations
MrQ
Demos Katsis
Deputy Mayor
Limassol, Cyprus
Tal Itzhak Ron
Lawyer & Notary
Tal Ron, Drihem & Co., Law Firm
Gain a clear understanding of how global stakeholders are collaborating (or clashing) to combat corruption, protect vulnerable individuals, and promote safer betting.
Kevin Azzopardi
PR and Communications Advisor
Dr Herman Mula
Integrity Officer, Legal Services Manager
Malta Football Association
Kevin Azzopardi
Secretary General
Maltese Olympic Committee
Samir Arab
Professional Footballer
Balzan FC
Antonio Abdilla Zerafa
Project-Based Consultant
International Betting Integrity Association
15:25 - 16:20
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 - 10:35
Join a panel session with members of Parliament of Malta to discuss the role of emerging tech in the country's and region's digital future
Olga Yaroshevsky
Managing Director
SiGMA AIBC
Hon. Ray Abela
MP – Parliamentarian, Technology Educator & Digital Advocate
Malta
Hon. Inġ. Ryan Callus
Shadow Minister for Energy, Research & Innovation
Nationalist Party - Malta
10:35 - 12:40
The panel explores how innovative digital banking solutions are reshaping financial services to meet the needs of tech-savvy younger generations. It discusses global trends, cutting-edge tools, and strategies to enhance user experience and financial inclusion across the EU and beyond.
Dave Pulis
Co-Founder & Director
ZBX Crypto Exchange
Bob Reid
Founder & CEO
Everest
Giovanni Cunti
CEO Europe
Gate
Richard Mifsud
Founder & CVO
Xprizo
Miguel Attard
Regional Lead
Gemini
Unlike the usual crypto rollercoaster of value volatility, stablecoins bring an alleged dose of stability to the digital currency game - how will it change digital assets and payments landscape?
Supported by:
Julian Goffin
Co-Founder & CEO
Alunafi
Jonathan Low
Founder & CEO
Biptap
Aleksander Borowski
CEO
xremit.io
James Bennett
Founder & CEO
Stable Mint
Mark Berkovich
CEO
Kea
The speech will explore how stablecoins are transforming cross-border payments and financial inclusion across emerging markets. Drawing from practical case studies in Jamaica, Papua New Guinea, and Vanuatu, Loretta will explain how the Commonwealth Model Law on Stablecoins provides a globally harmonised yet locally adaptable legal framework rooted in FATF, IOSCO, BIS, and FSB standards.
Loretta Joseph
Managing Director
The Policy Group
Join a heated debate on which types of digital assets will survive the current market and bring B2B and B2C adoption to the next level.
Jean Michel Azzopardi
Fintech Consultant
Francisco Javier Fernandez de la Fuente
Co-Founder & Head of Trading
Thebit Research
Anton Golub
CBO
Freedx
Cal Evans
Managing Associate
Gresham International
Dave Pulis
Co-Founder & Director
ZBX Crypto Exchange
Elton Dimech
Managing Director
Payhound
12:40 - 13:50
In this talk, Alexiei Dingli, a world known AI expert, will show how to transform operational friction into strategic advantage with an AI readiness framework.
Alexiei Dingli
Professor of Artificial Intelligence
University of Malta
Join the most popular Maltese digital artist for a glimpse into the future of brand storytelling, mascots, and influence, where a brand becomes a living personality.
Zack Ritchie
Co-Founder
NFT Club
The only way to keep AI from taking your job is to use AI to do your job better. How does AI work for gaming? Learn more about predictive AI and neuroscience solutions for safer gambling solutions.
Dr Gege Gatt
CEO
EBO
Mark Flores Martin
CEO
XGENIA
Staffan Engström
Co-Founder & CEO
Fieldstream.Ai
Karl Schranz
CEO
E&S Group
13:50 - 16:00
The session hosted by Malta Digital Innovation Authority explores Malta’s vision to become a global leader in ethical AI through its National AI Strategy, emphasizing a risk-based regulatory framework aligned with the EU AI Act.
Gavril Flores
Chief Strategy, Policy and Governance Officer
MDIA - Malta Digital Innovation Authority
Prof. Joshua Ellul
Associate Professor at Centre for Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT)
University of Malta
Joseph F Borg
Chairperson of the Virtual Assets Business Section
The Malta Chamber
Camille Pepos
Head of FinTech Supervision
Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)
Legal experts and industry leaders examine the critical role of regulatory frameworks in shaping the fintech and cryptocurrency industries. In the current unstable global regulatory situation, why businesses and users must prioritize compliance to ensure security, trust, and pay particular attention to existing frameworks that have proven to be effective.
Dr Justine Scerri Herrera
Managing Partner
MK Fintech Partners
Galyna Podoprikhina
Senior Associate
WH Partners
Delphine Forma
Head of Policy Europe
Solidus Labs
Maruska Buttigieg Gili
CCO (Malta)
FalconX
What are the latest and the best essential compliance measures, cutting-edge tools, and practices to safeguard platforms, protect crypto users and their funds, and maintain trust of players and gamers.
Julian Goffin
Co-Founder & CEO
Alunafi
Christian Zammit
Senior Consultant - Financial Crime Compliance
Bridge Advice
Ambrose Muscat
MLRO & Compliance Officer
MFSA Licensed Entities
Simon Horswell
Fraud Specialist Senior Manager
Entrust
18:00 - 20:00
Lobby - Hilton Malta
Kick off the evening with a vibrant standing reception. On the menu are signature cocktails and music that creates a relaxed atmosphere perfect for mingling with fellow attendees and speakers. Open to Platinum ticket holders only. 
18:00 - 00:00
Portomaso Casino
The SiGMA Poker Tour returns to Malta with five nights of thrilling action. Set in the iconic Portomaso Casino, this high-stakes tournament combines gameplay with elite networking, luxury hospitality and exclusive entertainment. Don’t miss the Poker Ambassadors Meet & Greet on September 6th, a unique opportunity to rub shoulders with pros and personalities. Whether you're bluffing or betting big, this is where deals are made at the table.
18:00 - 00:00
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19:30 - 22:30
Sale e Pepe / Marina Terrace - Portomaso Marina
An exclusive, elegant seated dinner designed for C-level executives, offering an intimate atmosphere to engage in meaningful conversations, enjoy gourmet dining and foster strategic networking. Attendance is strictly by invitation and reserved for Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
19:30 - 22:30
Fort St. Angelo - Vittoriosa, Malta
The Business to Government Reception is an exclusive event for all SiGMA Platinum ticket holders, set against the historic backdrop of Fort St. Angelo, one of Malta’s most iconic venues. This distinguished evening marks the launch of SiGMA Vision 2030, unveiling the company’s roadmap for the next five years of global growth. Expect an inspiring night of high-level networking, strategic insight, and opportunity. Attendance is strictly by invitation.
Day 3 - 3rd Sep
10:00 - 18:00
MMH
On Day 2, the expo continues with high-level networking and follow-ups. Connect with new partners at the business lounge, relax at the VIP area or meet the team at the sales lounge. It’s your last chance to walk the floor, engage with tech trailblazers and fuel up at the food court before conference sessions begin again. Open to all ticket holders.
10:20 - 16:15
MMH
Day 2 is all about cutting-edge technology and digital disruption. The AIBC Startup Pitch takes the spotlight, showcasing the brightest minds in AI, blockchain and Web3. Enjoy gamified networking sessions that bring learning and relationship-building together. Sessions cover AI in gaming, blockchain integration, Web3 ecosystems and gamification. Engage with key speakers, join interactive panels and walk away inspired and informed.
10:15 - 10:25
10:25 - 11:30
Witness candid conversation with HR leaders, coaches, and motivational experts as they unpack the burnout epidemic in iGaming and what true leadership wellness looks like.
Luke Todd
CEO, Executive Coach & Trainer
MadeYou
Marvin Cuschieri
Group Chief People & Talent Officer
Logifuture
Tatiana Bogolyubskaya
Head of HR
Aviatrix
Anneli Nilsson
Founder
JobMatchingPartner
Jaime Debono
CEO
iGaming Academy
Abigail Richard
Global Head of Recruitment
CMC Consulting
What’s really stopping iGaming from unlocking its full talent potential? From untapped female leaders to Gen Z’s shifting values, this panel lifts the lid on how inclusivity, smart recruitment, and cultural evolution can help the industry win the talent war before it’s too late.
Julia Weygandt
Director
Zelda Global
Margherita Pavoni
Senior Compliance Counsel & Deputy MLRO
EveryMatrix
Valentina Synenka
Board Member
Symphony Solutions
Christine Burlingham
Affiliate Manager
MediaTroopers
Jillian Dingwall
Senior News Writer
SiGMA Group
11:30 - 13:05
Explore how next-gen security standards, zero-trust architecture, and cyber-resilient infrastructure can safeguard the industry’s digital core, while also examining the growing role of ADR in mitigating the legal and reputational fallout of cyber incidents.
Supported by:
Jenny Ortiz-Bolivar
Asia Lead Senior Journalist
SiGMA Group
Emanuel Darmanin
CEO
MITA
James McLeod
CTO
Ilkari
Konstantinos Kalogerakis
Country Head Greece
Cloud Office
Kristino Vella
Director of Operations
Suprnation
As younger audiences shift from full-match viewing to snackable, short-form content (e.g. TikTok, Instagram Reels), betting engagement is being reshaped, opening the door for innovative micro-betting, dynamic odds during clips/highlights, and ultra-fast in-play markets tailored to bite-sized content.
Moritz Maurer
Co-Founder & CEO
GRID
Jillian Dingwall
Senior News Writer
SiGMA Group
Discover the ethical and operational risks of AI in gaming: from addiction and player profiling to the high-risk implications of the EU AI Act and GDPR, offering real-world insights and legal strategies to future-proof innovation.
Kris Galloway
Head of iGaming Product
Sumsub
Sharon Xuereb
Senior Associate
Camilleri Preziosi
Kush Desai
Founder & CEO
Source Code Lab
Jaguar-Adva Gal
CEO
Jaguar Reg&Comp
Unpack cutting-edge UX design, user behavior insights, monetization tactics, and app innovation to capture and engage the next generation of esports and traditional bettors.
Shirley Pulis Xerxen
Head of News
SiGMA Group
Glenn Debattista
COO
BetStarters
Ivan Pervoi
CEO
Auspokies
Adam Calleja Urry
Business Development Director - Malta
BetConstruct
13:05 - 13:30
From the vibrant felt of live tournaments to the evolving landscape of online platforms, poker continues to reinvent itself. This panel brings together top industry voices to explore how the game is evolving in 2025 — the opportunities, the risks, and what’s next for both professionals and recreational players.
Ivonne Montealegre
Poker Tour Operations Manager
SiGMA Group
Simon Isbäck
Head of Poker
Cubeia Sweden AB
Baard Dahl
iPoker Network Director
Playtech
Mauritz Altikardes
Head of Poker
Gaming Media
Julien Liarte
Live Events Senior BDM Europe
PokerStars
13:35 - 14:00
Join us for an exhilarating, high-energy session designed to ignite new partnerships. During Speed Connections, operators and affiliates will participate in 2-minute networking rounds, exchanging insights and contacts. In just 25 minutes, you’ll connect with numerous potential partners, making this the quickest and most efficient way to expand your network at SiGMA Euro-Med. Don’t miss this opportunity to forge valuable connections - rapidly!
Supported by:
14:00 - 15:15
Affiliates eyeing LatAm, Asia, or Africa will get a ground-level look at what it takes to prepare for growth in new jurisdictions, from localizing content and understanding cultural dynamics to building sustainable traffic pipelines.
Leanna Klyne
Agency Director
Affiverse
Matej Novota
Head of Casino Research
Casino Guru
Milan Mihaldinecz
CEO
Casinolove Kft.
As operators chase fresh acquisition channels and insiders question performance, this panel chat will debate whether affiliate marketing is still a growth engine or a legacy strategy past its prime.
Maria Sayapina
Director of Casino
Gamelounge
Svitlana Rossi
Founder & CEO
Conversion Club
Alessandro Gherardi
Co-Founder & Director
Fomento Agency
Catarina Pereira
Senior Account Manager
Gambling.com Group
Learn how data-driven KPIs, live analytics, and shared ROI frameworks transform affiliate partnerships into transparent, high-performing collaborations benefiting advertisers and affiliates alike.
Yaroslav Babych
CCO
ZM Team
Listen to the unfiltered insights from a casino SEO expert on what’s ranking, what’s tanking, and the real KPIs that drive traffic in 2025.
Julia Logan
SEO Consultant
IrishWonder’s SEO Consulting
15:15 - 16:20
Powerful keynote exploring how the AMLR shifts compliance liability onto boards and compliance managers, making governance a performance-critical issue.
Dr Stefano Filletti
Head of Department of Criminal Law
University of Malta
Deep dive into real-world licensing and legal structures, covering setup, compliance, and strategy from those who build and regulate the backbone of the industry.
Supported by:
Jochen Biewer
Managing Director
Chevron Group
Joseph Attard
Director of International Compliance
Entain
Maurizio Soccodato
Founder & CEO
Global Lab
Marcin Jablonski
CCO
Crustlab
Sona Kirakosyan
Technical and Compliance Project Manager
Totogaming
Unveil practical ways governments, regulators, and industry can collaborate for effective reform, market growth, and player protection.
Chris Dalli
CEO
L&L Europe
Dimitry Voelkle
CEO
Zelda Consulting
Heathcliff Farrugia
COO
SiGMA Group
Paul Fox
Co-Founder & Chairman
Claymore Solutions
Vladimir Malakchi
CEO & Managing Partner
Xanada Investments
Richard Dennys
CEO
Game Lounge
10:45 - 10:50
Olga Yaroshevsky
Managing Director
SiGMA AIBC
10:50 - 11:25
This session highlights best practices—such as transparent data policies, anonymization techniques, and decentralized storage solutions—while addressing how developers can balance innovation with ethical data handling to build trust and comply with global privacy regulations.
Jean Michel Azzopardi
Fintech Consultant
Isaac Zarb
CTO
Simply Staking
John Ellul
Co-Founder
Veracloud
Chris Farrugia
Senior Lecturer
MCAST
Aaditya Uthappa
Co-Founder & COO
Accorian
11:25 - 12:25
Gaming token economy can be tricky, when it comes to figuring out actual value of a token, and a product in general. Why most token projects have failed, and what have we learned from their mistakes?
Mark Grech
Founder & CEO
Pyaza
Matthew Felice Pace
CEO
Simply Staking
Sabine Roiss
Founder
Crypto-Play
Fabio Zammit
Founder & CEO
Root Codex
Mike Danshin
CMO
1win Crypto
Dr Jane Thomason
Emeritus Chair
World Metaverse Council
12:25 - 14:30
How to create a market-ready product? Speakers will cover strategies for crafting compelling pitches, identifying the right investors, and navigating funding rounds while maintaining a focus on product innovation.
Mallorie Galligan
Co-Founder
M&E Partners Global
Jarek Bialek
CEO
Revenue Capital
Keith Zammit
CEO
Elevate AI
Osmin Callis
Founder & CEO
Mode8 Venture Studio
Based on Peter Lynch’s classic value investing book One Up On Wall Street, this speech shows how anyone — not just Wall Street analysts — can evaluate their own business like a seasoned investor.
Nick Levenstein
Managing Director
Nicholas Levenstein & Company
Dive into unique insights of investors working across emerging tech sectors to learn which criteria a company should meet to join the unicorn club.
Mallorie Galligan
Co-Founder
M&E Partners Global
Mikko Puhakka
Founding Partner
Lion Partners
Vladimir Malakchi
CEO & Managing Partner
Xanada Investments
In the rush to adopt AI, many founders and investors are focusing on models, metrics, and speed — while ignoring the foundation that actually drives outcomes: the team. In this keynote, Simon Azzopardi, entrepreneur and venture builder creating high-performance teams, challenges the seductive idea that AI is a shortcut.
Simon Azzopardi
Partner
Cleverbit Software
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!
18:00 - 20:00
Lobby - Hilton Malta
Join us for an evening of networking over refreshing drinks, fostering connections and collaboration in a relaxed atmosphere. Open to Platinum ticket holders only. 
18:00 - 00:00
Portomaso Casino
The SiGMA Poker Tour kicks into high gear for Day 2! The tables are heating up at Portomaso Casino, with top talent going head-to-head for glory and big wins. It’s game on! Best of luck to all the players taking their shot at poker greatness.
18:00 - 00:00
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19:00 - 21:00
Toy Room Beach Club
Experience a night of elevated networking and entertainment at Toy Room Beach Club — where breathtaking Mediterranean views, signature cuisine, and vibrant live entertainment create the perfect backdrop for a standing dinner, premium networking, and celebration. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
19:00 - 02:00
Toy Room Beach Club
Our SiGMA Euro-Med Official Celebration will take place at the stunning Toy Room Beach Club. Celebrate the close of SiGMA in true island style, with good vibes, great music and unforgettable memories. For entrance, please present your badge or ticket at the door. Open to all ticket holders. Tune in to the melodic vibes of iconic headliner Be Svendsen, with familiar favourites JJoy and Yuliya Sehen rounding off the line-up.
Supported by:
Day 4 - 4th Sep
00:00 - 23:00
Until next time, see you in Rome! As another unforgettable Euro-Med summit draws to a close, we thank you for being part of the SiGMA experience. Take the connections, insights and energy forward and join us for our next stop, SiGMA Central Europe in Rome this November. Keep the momentum alive. Arrivederci, we'll see you there!
18:00 - 00:00
Portomaso Casino
We’re deep into the action as the tournament intensifies at Portomaso Casino for Day 3. With every hand, the pressure builds and the stakes soar. Strategy, skill and nerve, today it’s all about who can outplay the rest. Stay focused and may the best players rise to the top!
18:00 - 00:00
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Day 5 - 5th Sep
14:00 - 00:00
Portomaso Casino
Another exciting day at Portomaso Casino! Today's schedule includes a Turbo Main Event table and a thrilling Freeroll open exclusively to Platinum Ticket holders and SPT Guests—first come, first served. Cash prices added to the price pool. More chances to play, compete, and win. SPT Day 4 is here — don’t miss it!
14:00 - 00:00
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Day 6 - 6th Sep
11:00 - 00:00
Portomaso Casino
It’s the penultimate day of SPT at Portomaso Casino—and it’s packed with action! Enjoy more ways to play and connect, with events like the SiGMA Divas, The Hendonmob Championship, and an exclusive meet & greet with ambassadors. Fun, competition, and unforgettable moments await!
11:00 - 00:00
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Day 7 - 7th Sep
14:00 - 22:00
Portomaso Casino
The grand finale of the SiGMA Poker Tour is here! It’s the final day of the tournament, featuring the epic Final Table and the thrilling SiGMA Mystery Bounty. The stakes have never been higher—don’t miss a moment of the action!
14:00 - 22:00
Final Table Live Stream sponsored by MTT Sports.
Buy-in 220 EUR.