AIBC EUROPE AGENDA
8th Nov
10:00 - 16:00
Cover your responsibilities as a CEO/Director of an MGA licensed gambling operator. An interactive, high-level workshop covering the full range of legal responsibilities and practical tips on implementation. Click here to reserve your spot.
Day 1 - 11th Nov
00:00 - 23:00
07:00 - 22:00
Grand Hotel Excelsior
Make sure to save yourself time and stress by collecting your delegate passes at the pre-registration desk. Delegates will simply need to provide a form of valid identification.
08:00 - 15:00
Royal Malta Golf Club
Join us for an exciting golf day! Strictly by invitation for c-levels only.
09:30 - 16:00
Kickstart your week with a fantastic time. This legendary 5-a-side football tournament is a must-attend event for both players and spectators. All SiGMA delegates can join, either as a team or as a single player. To sign up, just send an email to [email protected].
12:00 - 15:00
Grand Hotel Excelsior
Let's kick off Malta week by running around iconic landscapes. Open to all ticket holders.
12:30 - 15:30
The Phoenicia Malta
The most exclusive of all events during Malta Week, Ikigai Retreat, is restricted to qualified investors, C-level executives from the most prominent companies in the industry, and portfolio companies of Ikigai Ventures. Strictly by invitation only.
13:00 - 17:00
Open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders only.
15:00 - 18:00
Grand Hotel Excelsior
Open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders only.
15:00 - 18:00
15:00 - 18:00
18:00 - 22:00
Grand Hotel Excelsior
Take the opportunity to kickstart expanding your networking after collecting your badge, and join other delegates at our drinks reception. Open to all ticket holders.
19:00 - 23:00
Hilton Malta
Join industry luminaries for an evening of celebration, networking, and entertainment. Strictly by invitation only and open to: platinum ticket holders, table sponsors, and paid seats.
19:30 - 22:30
19:30 - 22:30
Gather ’round for an evening of delectable delights and delightful company at our dinner, where flavors and conversations intertwine for a memorable culinary experience. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
Day 2 - 12th Nov
10:00 - 16:00
Welcome to the Europe conference where industry leaders, visionaries, and innovators converge to explore the latest trends, exchange insights, and shape the future of gaming, affiliate marketing, and technology. Join us in exploring the forefront of innovation and navigating the boundless possibilities to redefine the landscape of these dynamic industries.
10:00 - 11:50
Join experts deeply involved in regulatory affairs, market entry strategies, and successful transitions from European markets to these burgeoning regions.
Hayley Joseph
Director of Operations Africa
WA.Technology
Steven Armstrong
Founder
FRL Compliance Solutions
Exploring the regulatory landscape of US freemium and sweepstakes models, key legal cases, compliance strategies, and future industry implications.
Bill Gantz
Partner
Duane Morris
Giusy Campo
Business Development Manager
GLI Gaminglabs
11:50 - 13:00
Damu Winston
Global Head Web 3 Innovation
Amazon Web Services
Emma Blaylock
CEO
Pretty Technical
Kenneth Brincat
CEO
Malta Digital Innovation Authority
13:00 - 13:20
Time for an important moment of the pre-fight, the weighing of the fighters!
13:20 - 14:30
SiGMA is throwing its weight behind up-and-coming startups. Showcase your projects on the expo floor or take part in the popular Pitch competition held live on stage.
14:30 - 16:05
Discussion on ethical link acquisition methods, such as guest posting and partnerships with influencers, while addressing the balance between quality and quantity.
Eli Desatnik
Co-Founder
Pushub.net
10:00 - 11:20
NFTs and Metaverse are now considered things of the past, investing in meme-coins is already a mauvais-tone: what are the best narratives that will pump the market in the coming 2 years?
Torben Friis
Managing Director
Match Liquidity DMCC
Tejinder Kumar
Group CCO
Kyrrex
Most investors build their portfolios by investing in traditional assets. These can provide both growth and a level of diversification. However, some investors seek diversification beyond these traditional asset classes.
Anton Golub
Venture Partner
Full Stack VC
The Central and Eastern European (CEE) region has witnessed a remarkable surge in crypto startups and companies in recent years, bringing about a financial industry revolution and transforming how individuals handle their finances.
Cal Evans
Managing Associate
Gresham International
11:20 - 12:20
The range of blockchain use cases is scaling every year, with more projects added on the global blockchain map: from fintech, to art, to enterprise, to new protocols aimed at increasing sustainable development.
Blockchain has proven to be helpful for increasing transparency and incentivizing student engagement and learning. As a result, educators are relying on the technology to give education a long-awaited overhaul.
Global digital economy has been on a steady growth trajectory in recent years ausers have continued to top digital engagement in various categories, including the development of Digital Identification systems.
12:20 - 12:40
Famous entrepreneur and inspirational figure Sara Al Madani talks about how global community of business owners, KOLs and entrepreneurs across multiple industries develop an effort to bring attention to important issues and social impact challenges.
Dr Sara Al Madani
The Emirati Entrepreneur
12:40 - 14:30
Web3 technology operates on a sophisticated and varied technology stack, revolutionizing how football clubs interact with their stakeholders.
Learn how digital transformation priorities in the sports and entertainment industries are shifting to improvement of the customer experience with real-time and hyper-personalized services.
From booking tickets and hotels, to getting unique merchandise and NFTs, fan engagement has been taken to another level with a help of web3 tools.
Just as emerging technologies have reshaped our daily lives, the domain of sports too is experiencing a digital evolution. The Metaverse has opened its virtual doors, signaling to sports franchises, athletes, and brands to explore its vast expanse.
The technological environment has a deep impact on the sports industry. Its development can not only improve the professional performance of athletes and sports members, but also bring a more enjoyable sports perception to the audience.
14:30 - 15:30
The play-to-earn crypto gaming space has encountered a number of obstacles, with over 30% of announced blockchain-based games being either cancelled or discontinued in 2023. Community engagement, asset ownership, and hybrid approaches that bridge the Web2 and Web3 gaming worlds could dictate potential future success.
The consistent growth in massive investments in the web3 space has encouraged new prospects for developing web3 communities. Some of the most prominent categories of web3 projects which garnered heavy investments include gaming guilds and social networks.
As telegram killer apps like Notcoin and Hamster Kombat continue to amass millions of users, experts question the long-term viability of crypto clicker games.
10:00 - 18:00
MMH Malta
Known for its buzzing vibe, the expo is open to all ticket holders.
18:00 - 20:00
19:00 - 23:00
Hilton Malta
Join industry luminaries for an evening of celebration, networking, and entertainment. Strictly by invitation only and open to: platinum ticket holders, table sponsors, and paid seats.
19:30 - 22:30
Gather ’round for an evening of delectable delights and delightful company at our dinner, where flavors and conversations intertwine for a memorable culinary experience. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders. 
19:30 - 22:30
Gather ’round for an evening of delectable delights and delightful company at our dinner, where flavors and conversations intertwine for a memorable culinary experience. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
19:30 - 22:30
Gather ’round for an evening of delectable delights and delightful company at our dinner, where flavors and conversations intertwine for a memorable culinary experience. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
19:30 - 22:30
Gather ’round for an evening of delectable delights and delightful company at our dinner, where flavors and conversations intertwine for a memorable culinary experience. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
19:30 - 22:30
Gather ’round for an evening of delectable delights and delightful company at our dinner, where flavors and conversations intertwine for a memorable culinary experience. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
Day 3 - 13th Nov
10:00 - 16:00
MMH Malta
Welcome to the Europe conference where industry leaders, visionaries, and innovators converge to explore the latest trends, exchange insights, and shape the future of gaming, affiliate marketing, and technology. Join us in exploring the forefront of innovation and navigating the boundless possibilities to redefine the landscape of these dynamic industries.
10:00 - 12:20
Robert Duboff
Director
Velo Partners
Joe Pisano
Founder & CEO
Jade Group of Companies
12:20 - 13:40
Giovanni Falzone
CEO
The Power Plugin
Shweta Dubey
Founder & CEO
Aadhya IT Services
13:40 - 14:00
Prepare for an electrifying showdown at the upcoming SiGMA Europe conference! Introducing a new live quiz show in Malta where two teams of affiliates and operators compete. With challenging questions and rapid-fire rounds, it's set to be a highlight of the event. Don't miss the clash of gaming titans!
14:05 - 15:50
Discover the evolution of affiliate marketing in highly regulated markets and learn how to avoid common pitfalls and maximize long-term value.
Carlos Sánchez
CEO
TipsterChat
11:00 - 12:45
A non-obvious, but very powerful and intriguing duo of cutting edge technologies: independent of artificial intelligence, quantum computing is going to be a big deal. However, coupled with AI, it can become a gamechanger.
Taylor Freeman
Co-Founder & CEO
Axon Park
The timeline for achieving AGI remains a subject of ongoing debate among researchers and experts. Major AI developers say it is coming fast — and needs some 'reasonable limits'.
Generative AI can help find value in more kinds of data than ever, though companies may need new infrastructure—and safeguards—to take advantage.
Natalia Mallia
Senior AI Engineer
Axon Park
From analyzing browsing patterns, to social media interactions, to delivering tailored recommendations and targeted advertisements -- explore how AI & machine learning disrupt the world of marketing.
12:45 - 13:15
Join world known experts for a heated debate over the fate of Artificial Intelligence -- hot topic TBA.
13:20 - 14:20
14:20 - 15:20
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.
10:00 - 18:00
MMH Malta
Known for its buzzing vibe, the expo is open to all ticket holders.
18:00 - 20:00
Join us for an evening of networking over refreshing drinks, fostering connections and collaboration in a relaxed atmosphere. Open to Platinum ticket holders only. 
19:30 - 22:30
Gather ’round for an evening of delectable delights and delightful company at our dinner, where flavors and conversations intertwine for a memorable culinary experience. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders. 
19:30 - 22:30
Gather ’round for an evening of delectable delights and delightful company at our dinner, where flavors and conversations intertwine for a memorable culinary experience. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
20:00 - 00:00
Ta' Qali Basketball Pavilion
Centurion FC is back in Malta! Elite fighters combine a powerful fusion of Combat Sports and MMA Entertainment. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
22:00 - 04:00
Gianpula Main Room
Wrap up the SiGMA event by joining us for some fun at our closing party! For entrance, please present your badge, wristband, or ticket at the door. Open to Platinum ticket holders only.
Day 4 - 14th Nov
10:00 - 16:00
Welcome to the Europe conference where industry leaders, visionaries, and innovators converge to explore the latest trends, exchange insights, and shape the future of gaming, affiliate marketing, and technology. Join us in exploring the forefront of innovation and navigating the boundless possibilities to redefine the landscape of these dynamic industries.
10:00 - 12:05
Dinos Stranomitis
Co-Founder & COO
Altenar
Joe Pisano
Founder & CEO
Jade Group of Companies
Mark Balestra
US Special Counsel
Segev
12:05 - 12:50
Russell Mifsud
Director, Gaming Lead & Global SME
KPMG Malta
Keith Marshall
Chief Philanthropy Officer
SiGMA Foundation
Rachel Decelis
Associate Director & ESG lead, Advisory Services
KPMG Malta
12:50 - 14:35
Graziella Grech
COO
FinanceMalta
Eran Shay
Managing Director
Benefit Business Solutions
Learn about innovations like biometric payments, AI-driven fraud detection, and IoT integration.
Mark Van Weeren
Attorney-at-law
Blenheim Lawyers
Shaun Choudhary
Partner
LongOn Capital
Mauricio Carrillo-Palacio
Chief Strategy Officer
GlobiancePay
14:35 - 16:05
Ayelet Mamo Shay
Director
Benefit Business Solutions
Wong Wei See
Head of Sales APAC
Group-IB
Pavel Yurovitskiy
CEO
KIT Global
Luke Todd
CEO, Executive Coach & Trainer
MadeYou
13:15 - 14:10
Venture capitalists are taking notice of the potential of AI and Web3. In 2022, VC funding for AI startups reached $132.3 billion -- how does the market react to a new duo of web3/AI technologies powering the newly emerging projects?
Anton Golub
Venture Partner
Full Stack VC
Dive into unique insights of investors working across emerging tech sectors to learn which criteria a company should meet to join the unicorn club.
Yuriy Romanyukha
Managing Partner
ICLUB Global
Vinícius Moraes De Carvalho
Investment Partner
Ikigai Ventures
14:10 - 15:20
AIBC is throwing its weight behind up-and-coming startups. Showcase your projects on the expo floor or take part in the popular Pitch competition held live on stage.
10:00 - 18:00
MMH Malta
Known for its buzzing vibe, the expo is open to all ticket holders.
18:00 - 20:00
Join us for an evening of networking over refreshing drinks, fostering connections and collaboration in a relaxed atmosphere. Open to Platinum ticket holders only. 
19:30 - 22:30
Gather ’round for an evening of delectable delights and delightful company at our dinner, where flavors and conversations intertwine for a memorable culinary experience. Strictly by invitation and open to Premium and Platinum ticket holders.
Day 5 - 15th Nov
00:00 - 23:00
10:00 - 17:00
Padel tournaments and fun for everyone! Sounds like the perfect ending to a busy week right? We will host different tournaments based on your level. Interested? Just shoot an email to [email protected] to sign up!