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SBC Summit 2025 to Tackle Regulation and Retention in Europe’s Most Competitive Gaming Markets

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SBC Summit 2025 will sharpen its focus on one of the world’s most tightly regulated and commercially significant regions with the launch of the Global Markets – Western Europe track.

Taking place on Wednesday, 17 September at Lisbon’s Feira Internacional de Lisboa (FIL), the track will deliver strategic insights into how major operators are navigating escalating compliance demands, shifting player expectations, and intensifying global competition.

As part of the summit’s broader Global Markets programme, the Western Europe track will equip delegates with actionable strategies for thriving in regulation-heavy markets like Italy, the Nordics, the Netherlands, and Portugal. From revised licensing frameworks to new consumer protection mandates, the sessions will unpack the real-world challenges and opportunities facing operators on the ground. Whether expanding regionally or maintaining position in legacy markets, attendees will gain critical tools to drive innovation, compliance, and player retention in a changing European landscape.

Rasmus Sojmark, Founder and CEO of SBC, said: “Western Europe has long set the standard for gambling regulation, but the landscape continues to evolve. Today’s leading operators must build strong relationships with regulators, drive responsible innovation, and retain customers in an increasingly complex global environment. This track provides the practical insight and expert guidance delegates need to succeed in Western Europe.”

The track will open with the European Leaders Panel: Old World, New Way Forward How the Most Established Brands Are Rethinking Regulation and Retention, bringing together some of the industry’s most prominent voices to discuss how operators can navigate tightening regulations, foster player loyalty, and remain competitive. Pascal Chaffard (CFO & Strategy Officer, FDJ), Axel Hefer (CEO, Tipico), Vlad Kaltenieks (CEO, BoyleSports), Mattias Wedar (CEO, LeoVegas), and moderator Martin Collins (Chief Business Development Officer, Soft2bet) will share their strategies for maintaining compliance while continuing to innovate, engage players, and thrive in Western Europe’s highly regulated markets.

Conversation will then turn to Italy’s post-licensing landscape in Italy’s New Online Gambling Regime: A Game-Changer for the Industry. The session will explore how stricter regulations, higher licensing fees, and enhanced player protection measures are reshaping the market. Industry leaders Fabio A. Bufalini (Country Director Italy, Stake), Marco Castaldo (CEO, Microgame), Will Shuckburgh (CEO, eCogra), Nicola Tani (Chief Editor, Agipro), Stefano Tino (Managing Director Italy, Betsson), and Marco Tiso (Managing Director, Sisal), will examine whether this transition has the potential to strengthen market sustainability or create unforeseen roadblocks, as they offer delegates practical strategies for navigating Italy’s new framework.

The session Portugal: Smooth Sailing or Danger Ahead? will bring together Tiago Bessa (Partner, Vieira de Almeida), Tomas Goncalves (Managing Director, Apostas Sociais (Santa Casa)), Americo Loureiro (Director, Solverde), Rui Magalhães (CEO, Estoril Sol Digital), Bernardo Neves (Secretary General, APAJO), and Tiago Pereira (Head of Portugal, LeBull.pt) to examine the current state of Portugal’s sports betting and iGaming market. With iCasino activity growing while sports betting declines, the panel will consider whether this could signal tighter regulation.

Other sessions featured in the track include Over the Finnish Line: Regulation in the Nordics, which will analyse Finland’s upcoming move to open its market to private operators, and Dutch Courage: Collaboration in the Changing Face of Regulations, which will look at Dutch proposals to raise the age threshold for online slots and introduce stricter deposit limits.

The Global Markets – Western Europe track forms part of SBC Summit 2025’s Global Markets series. Other markets explored across 16–18 September include Global Markets – Latin America and Brazil, and Global Markets – North America, each offering delegates region-specific insights to support international growth and strategic market entry.

Secure your ticket to SBC Summit 2025 today.

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Revolutionizing Messaging: Communications Hub at SBC Lisbon 2025

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Lisbon, Portugal, 16-18 of September

This September 16-18, SBC Summit in Lisbon will host the official presentation of Communications Hub (CommsHub). The new all-in-one communication management platform helps businesses integrate messaging services 75% faster while ensuring uninterrupted delivery through built-in backup and cascading traffic.

Developed by industry veterans and now operating as a standalone brand in the RedCore business group, Communications Hub is set to change the way high-volume messaging is managed – not only in iGaming and affiliate marketing, but also in fintech, e-commerce and beyond.

A New Era of Smart Messaging

Communications Hub centralizes SMS, flash calls and alpha name registration into one streamlined interface. The platform provides businesses with access to an up-to-date list of verified service providers, flexible routing options and advanced analytics – all designed to reduce costs, save time and increase reliability.

One of the platform’s key innovations is its built-in failover and cascading traffic system, ensuring that no message is lost due to a provider outage or technical disruption.

“We built a Communications Hub to take the uncertainty out of messaging,” said Viktoriia Yefimenko, CEO, Communications Hub. “Our mission is simple: make integration fast, delivery reliable and management effortless.”

75% Faster Integration

The launch announcement comes with a headline figure: Communications Hub reduces the time needed to integrate new providers by 75% – from the industry standard of 35-45 days to just 10 days.

For fast-moving industries, this speed means more than convenience; it can mean seizing market opportunities before competitors do.

Meet the Team at SBC Lisbon

Visitors to SBC Lisbon 2025 will have the opportunity to see Communications Hub at the stand #D181 in action, meet the team behind it and explore how the platform can streamline their communication strategy.

“SBC is the perfect stage for our launch,” added Viktoriia. “It’s where forward-thinking businesses come to explore new technology and we’re ready to show them what’s possible.”

Who Should Visit

Communications Hub is built for any type of messages – from marketing agencies and trading platforms to online retailers and affiliate networks.

The platform’s combination of speed, stability and smart routing makes it particularly valuable for companies where every second and every message matters.

Event Details:
SBC Summit Lisbon 2025
16-18 of September
Visit the Communications Hub at booth  #D181

For more information ahead of the event, visit the website.

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Explore Career Opportunities with RedCore at SBC Summit in Lisbon

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The international business group RedCore invites visitors to explore exciting career opportunities at the SBC Summit in Lisbon, taking place on 16–18 September. Throughout the event, the HR and recruitment team will be on-site to present current job openings and hold short interviews with potential candidates directly at the stand.

At Stand D185, RedCore will launch a dedicated HirePoint — a space where recruiters of the business group will conduct quick interviews and collect referrals. Scheduling a meeting will take just a few seconds via a special interactive screen. And to have conversations — in fully equipped meeting rooms.

Visitors are welcome to stop by even if they are not currently seeking a job.

“You never know which meeting could be a turning point in your career. Quite often, people come to us simply to connect and later return as candidates. At our HirePoint, you can showcase your skills, explore opportunities, and take the first step toward a career at RedCore — or simply exchange contacts to reconnect later if circumstances change. We also always appreciate referrals for talented professionals,” says Oksana Izmailova, Chief Human Resources Officer at RedCore.

RedCore is growing at a remarkable pace: in 2024 alone, the number of specialists working in its brands has increased by 58%, now exceeding 4,500 professionals. This rapid business expansion opens new opportunities and career prospects every day — both for current team members and for those eager to join.

RedCore is an international business group that PIN-UP Global has transformed into. The company operates offices in different countries and unites a diverse team representing more than 20 nationalities.

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SBC Summit on Track to Welcome 30,000 Attendees to Lisbon

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SBC Summit returns to Lisbon next week with its biggest edition yet, delivering 20% year-on-year growth to reach 30,000 delegates. The event will also debut fresh features addressing urgent industry priorities, alongside a renewed emphasis on hospitality.

With attendees from over 130 countries, the summit will take on its most international scope to date, introducing stages on Global and Emerging Markets and regionally focused networking spaces to spotlight opportunities across Africa, Latin America, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America.

Agenda highlights include keynotes with Gary Vaynerchuk, Randi Zuckerberg, and a lineup of sporting icons, plus the launch of Tech Academies with hands-on learning in AI, blockchain, gamification, and marketing.

The expo floor, conveniently split into themed zones to help delegates navigate the 700 exhibitors across 135,000 square metres, will also feature lounges, interactive showcases, plus nine Food Festival areas offering more than 40 options. Notable names exhibiting on the floor include 1xBet, Altenar, Amusnet, Clever Advertising, Digitain, EveryMatrix, GR8 Tech, iGP, Kaizen Gaming, Optimove, PayFuture, Smartsoft, Soft2Bet and Stake.

Adding to the excitement, the show floor will also feature celebrity appearances and walkthroughs from the likes of award-winning artist Jordan Dawson, Portuguese actress and influencer Margarida Corceiro, and international footballers Cafu, Marco Materazzi, Claude Makélélé, and Marek Hamšík, among others.

Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC, commented: “We are looking forward to SBC Summit returning to Lisbon next week. Last year was a huge success and taught us a lot, especially when it comes to what really connects with delegates.

“This year, we focused on the topics that matter most, from adding new stages covering global and emerging markets to dedicated academies on AI and marketing. And of course, some super star appearances to add that iconic SBC flair.”

On the educational front, the six-stage conference programme, which now includes the new Global and Emerging Markets stages, will bring together over 550 industry experts, 44% of whom are C-level executives. Affiliation and player protection will be discussed extensively, while the revamped technology stage will now include a focus on martech and payments, complementing the offerings at the Payment Expert Summit.

Adding to the event’s star-studded line-up will be the return of the Super Stage at the MEO Arena. The stage will host a series of inspirational talks from some of the biggest names in sport, including Oleksandr Usyk, Rubens Barrichello, and legendary footballers from the Legends Charity Game such as Kaká, Edwin van der Sar, Roberto Carlos, Michael Owen and Petr Čech. 

Super stage attendees will also have the chance to explore the latest industry thought processes and strategies during a ‘Super CEO Panel‘ featuring the likes of Daniel Taylor (CEO International, Flutter International), Neal Menashe (CEO, Super Group), Joanne Whittaker (CEO, Betfred), Jesper Svensson (CEO, Betsson Group) and Simon Lidzén (CEO & Co-founder, Fast Track).

In the evenings, the MEO Arena will be transformed into a stage of celebration, hosting two industry award ceremonies. On Wednesday, 17 September, the venue will welcome the inaugural Affiliate Leaders Awards, a ceremony dedicated to honouring the brands driving innovation in the affiliate sector. The following evening, the industry will gather for the 12th edition of the SBC Awards. Hosted by renowned goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel, the evening will recognise the achievements of global operators and suppliers across payments, marketing, platform provision, and data.

The Affiliate Leaders Awards will also anchor the expanded Affiliate Leaders Summit, which this year runs across all three days and features a 40% larger show floor, bringing together the industry’s leading affiliates and operator affiliate programmes under one roof.

Closing the week, delegates will gather on Thursday evening for the INFINITY Lisbon Closing party, hosted at the MEO Arena. The finale will feature headline performances from EDM icons ALOK and Timmy Trumpet, ensuring the Summit concludes on a high note.

Ahead of the main event, SBC will host the Legends Charity Game on Monday, 15th September, where Portugal Legends will take on World Legends in a match aiming to raise more than €1 million for local and international charities.

Other standout features of SBC Summit include:

“SBC Summit 2025 wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of the industry. To our sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, and attendees, thank you for helping us bring to life what has truly become the greatest show in gaming.Sojmark added.

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