World Regulators Assembly

SiGMA B2G & Regulation

Launched in 2025, SiGMA’s Business-to-Government (B2G) platform was developed to create stronger connections between regulators, policymakers, and the international gaming industry through SiGMA’s global events. Across dedicated summits, forums, and networking initiatives, the platform brings together government representatives, regulatory authorities, operators, and technology stakeholders to discuss the future of regulated gaming markets and responsible industry growth.

The Importance of Regulation

As gaming markets continue to expand globally, regulation remains central to building transparent, sustainable, and well-governed industries. Clear regulatory frameworks help support responsible gaming, consumer protection, licensing standards, and market integrity, while also creating safer environments for innovation and investment. Ongoing dialogue between regulators and industry stakeholders plays an important role in addressing emerging technologies, evolving player behaviours, and cross-border challenges.

Collaboration Through Dialogue

Through dedicated regulatory panels, workshops, keynote sessions, and B2G networking spaces, SiGMA’s global summits create opportunities for regulators and industry leaders to engage directly on the issues shaping the sector. From regional policy discussions to cross-border regulatory forums, these sessions are designed to encourage practical dialogue, knowledge exchange, and stronger communication between public and private stakeholders operating across regulated gaming markets.

SiGMA World B2G Agenda

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3 Tue

4 Wed

5 Thu

11:00 – 16:39

DAY 1 – WORKSHOPS

Workshop Room – Fiera Roma

The workshop sessions opens with a powerful deep dive into cross-border strategy and North American regulatory evolution. Open to all ticket holders.

14:15 – 15:00 / North America 2027: Licensing & Compliance Models, Fault Lines Between Regulated Gambling & Other Offerings and Intensifying Financial Crime and Fraud Risks

Join this workshop for a sharp, jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction breakdown of U.S. and Canadian licensing models heading into 2027, including tribal partnerships, sweepstakes versus regulated frameworks, and intensifying marketing enforcement. You will leave with concrete strategies to reduce payment and banking friction while positioning their operations compliantly across North America’s fragmented regulatory map.

Ron Segev

Founding Partner

Segev LLP

Loretta A. Tuell

Managing Principal

Tuell Law. P.C. and Of Counsel at Capitol Counsel, LLC

Christopher Hebert

Chairman

Louisiana Gaming Control Board

11:00 – 16:00

CONFERENCE – DAY 1 – ROME 2026

Fiera Roma

Five stages launch: SiGMA, Italy, AGS, AIBC, and Payments. Morning outlooks and afternoon case studies let you tailor your agenda.

14:10 – 14:40 / Panel – Europe’s Enforcement Era: Regulation Is Winning But At What Cost?

Europe’s iGaming market, projected to exceed €27 billion, is now defined by stricter enforcement, advertising bans, and increased compliance obligations across jurisdictions. Grasp how aggressive regulation is impacting channelisation, pushing players offshore, and forcing operators to rethink market strategies.

Pierre Tournier

Senior Director

EGBA

Mikel Arana Etxezarreta

General Director

Spanish Gaming Authority

Panagiotis Trisokkas

President

Cyprus National Betting Authority (NBA)

Antonis M. Vartholomeos

President

Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP)

Tomas Bures

Head of the Gambling Regulation Unit

Ministry of Finance of the Czech Republic

11:00 – 16:30

DAY 2 – WORKSHOPS

Workshop Room – Fiera Roma

Workshop day two turns the spotlight to two of the most dynamic regulatory landscapes: Brazil and Asia. Open to all ticket holders.

12:30 – 13:30 / The Social Role of State Lotteries Combating Illegal Gambling

Focused on how state lotteries are responding to illegal gambling across LatAm markets, this workshop examines enforcement gaps, public-interest arguments and the operational pressures shaping lottery-led responses. Case studies, policy discussion and audience Q&A will help frame the broader implications for operators.

Rodrigo Cigliutti

Executive Director

CIBELAE – Ibero-American Corporation of Lotteries and State Betting

11:00 – 16:00

CONFERENCE – DAY 2 – ROME 2026

Fiera Roma

Day two shifts to applied insights across the five stages. Panels deliver practical case studies, benchmarking data, and Q&A sessions to help you implement fresh strategies.

13:30 – 14:00 / Panel – Fragmented Europe: Can Regulators Coordinate Without a Single Rulebook?

Europe’s gambling market operates across borders, but regulation remains fragmented. Regulators and industry experts will examine where closer European cooperation can strengthen enforcement against illegal gambling, improve player protection, and align practical measures such as intelligence sharing, payment disruption, AI-driven risk detection, and evidence-based policymaking, without requiring full regulatory harmonisation.

Jan Řehola

Director

Institute for Gambling Regulation (IPRH)

Prof. Pieris Chourides

President

Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Commission

Spasoje Papić

Director

Administration for Games of Chance of Montenegro

Dr. László Nagy

President

Supervisory Authority for Regulatory Affairs – Hungary

Gohar Zakaryan

Head of Gambling Oversight

State Revenue Committee of the Republic of Armenia

14:00 – 14:30 / Panel – Black Market Economics: Why Illegal Gambling Still Wins

Despite tighter regulation across Europe, offshore operators still capture up to 30-50% of market share in highly restricted jurisdictions, driven by faster onboarding, fewer limits, and better odds. Unpack the economic and product-driven forces behind black market growth and what must change to improve channelisation.

Pierre Tournier

Senior Director

EGBA

Charles Mizzi

CEO

Malta Gaming Authority

Petya Sergeeva Kamenska

Director of the Gambling Department

National Revenue Agency – Bulgaria

Jānis Ungurs

Head of the Lotteries and Gambling Division

State Revenue Service of the Republic of Latvia

Anders Dorph

Director

Danish Gambling Authority

11:00 – 16:30

DAY 3 – WORKSHOPS

Workshop Room – Fiera Roma

The final day explores high-growth markets navigating political pressure and regulatory transformation in Africa and Mexico. Open to all ticket holders.

11:00 – 15:00 / Africa on the Edge: Tax Shifts, Licensing Shakeups & Political Pressure

This workshop offers an in‑depth look at Africa’s evolving gaming landscape, from rapid tax model shifts and licensing restructures to heightened scrutiny of foreign operators and political risk exposure. Participants will gain practical strategies to navigate regulatory changes, optimize market entry, and safeguard operations across diverse African jurisdictions.

Speakers

Dott. Antonio Giuliani

Manager

Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM)

Panagiotis Trisokkas

President

Cyprus National Betting Authority (NBA)

Charles Mizzi

CEO

Malta Gaming Authority

Maarten Haijer

Secretary General

European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA)

Jānis Ungurs

Head of the Lotteries and Gambling Division

State Revenue Service of the Republic of Latvia

Mikel Arana Etxezarreta

General Director

Spanish Gaming Authority

Antonis M. Vartholomeos

President

Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP)

Jan Řehola

Director

Institute for Gambling Regulation (IPRH)

Tomas Bures

Head of the Gambling Regulation Unit

Ministry of Finance of the Czech Republic

Spasoje Papić

Director

Administration for Games of Chance of Montenegro

Prof. Pieris Chourides

President

Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Commission

Anders Dorph

Director

Danish Gambling Authority

Giuseppe Marino

President

Italian-Cypriot Chamber of Commerce

Antonio Barreca

Director General

Federturismo Confindustria

Dr. Valentina Fabbri Biancone

President

Confesercenti Ostia and Municipality X

Raffaele Pasquini

President

Roma & Lazio Convention Bureau

Avv. Valérie Peano

Founding Partner

EGLA (European Gambling Lawyers and Advisors)

Felice Mariani

Olympic Medalist & Former National Judo Coach of Italy

Gianfranco Coppola

President

Unione Stampa Sportiva Italiana (USSI)

Kevin Azzopardi

CEO

Authority for Integrity in Maltese Sport (AIMS)

Key B2G Highlights

Roberta Metsola

President of the European Parliament

Donald Trump Jr.

American businessman

Our Headliners

Meet the influential leaders shaping the future of policy, regulation, and international cooperation.

Distinguished government officials, regulators, policymakers, ambassadors, public sector leaders, and industry decision-makers who contribute to meaningful discussions and strategic collaboration across our global events.

These high-profile participants bring invaluable expertise and diverse perspectives, fostering dialogue between the public and private sectors while driving innovation, responsible regulation, and sustainable industry growth.

Supported by Regional Regulatory Stakeholders

SiGMA’s international events are developed in close dialogue with local regulators, gaming authorities, and regional stakeholders. Through endorsements, participation in summit programming, and collaborative engagement, these relationships help ensure that each event reflects the priorities, opportunities, and regulatory realities of the markets in which SiGMA operates.

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