This year鈥檚 event will feature the usual mix of industry regulators, operators and advisers from multiple jurisdictions, popular eSummit mainstays such as the Operator Panel, Gibraltar Update, and Focus on the Capital Markets and M&A, spotlights on the rapidly changing landscape for Crypto, ESG and LATAM and the return of our much loved #WeAllWantToPlay seminar on the afternoon of Wednesday, 11 June 2025.

You can register now for the eSummit - as both delegate numbers and hotel capacity will be limited, we would encourage early registration using the link below:

Main Room Agenda

  Time Speaker(s) Topic 
ISOLAS 9:00 Registration sponsored by Bird & Bird Breakfast sponsored by Pragmatic Play
9:30 Darren Anton, Aika Khaidarova (乐鱼(Leyu)体育官网) Opening Remarks
9:35 The Hon. Nigel Feetham (Government of Gibraltar) Conference Opening
9:50 Andrew Lyman (Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner) Gibraltar Update
10:00 Moderator:  The Hon. Albert Isola CBE Panel - Decrypting the Myths about Crypto & Gaming
  Panellists:  
  Paul Leyland (Regulus)  
  Andrew Lyman (Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner)  
  William Garcia (GFSC)  
  Chris Elliott (Wiggin)  
  Andreas Glarner (MME Legal)  
  Anthony Provasoli (Hassans)  
    Peter Howitt (Ramparts)  
  10:45 Coffee Sponsored by Wiggin
Fsas Technologies 11:15 Simon French (Industry Consultant) Capital Markets Update
11:30 Moderator: Simon French (Industry Consultant) M&A Panel - The Operator Perspective
  Panellists:  
  Vaughan Lewis (evoke)  
  Dan Fischer (乐鱼(Leyu)体育官网)  
  Gavin Kelleher (SuperBet)  
  Jon Martin (Rank)  
12:00 Moderator: Simon French (Industry Consultant) M&A Panel - The Legal Perspective
  Panellists:   
  Tamsin Blow (CMS)  
  Elizabeth Dunn (Bird & Bird)  
  Steven Caetano (ISOLAS)  
  Andrew Montegriffo (Hassans)   
  Susan Breen (Mishcon)  
  12:30 Lunch Sponsored by Isolas
Hassans 13:30 Moderator: Robin Chhabra (Tekkorp Capital) Panel - The LATAM Landscape
  Panellists:  
  Anna Kutsenko (乐鱼(Leyu)体育官网)  
  Pedro Extremera (Playtech)  
  Camille Gonz谩lvez (Ecija Law)  
14:00 Dan Waugh (Regulus Partners) Licensed Gambling - A Tipping Point?
14:45 Coffee Sponsored by CMS
15:15 Moderator: Russell Mifsud (乐鱼(Leyu)体育官网) Panel - Is ESG Sustainable?
  Panellists:  
  Sarah Powell (Rank)  
  Lauren Iannarone (Playtech)  
  Ty Smith (Carn Advisory)  
  Katrina Isola (ISOLAS)  
  Ben Wright (evoke)  
  16:00 Moderator: Justin Cosnett (Continent 8 Technologies) The Operator Panel
  Panellists:  
  Per Widerstr枚m (evoke)  
  Jo Whittaker (Betfred)  
  Ciara Nic Liam (Entain)  
  Kane Purdy (Ballys)  
  Neil Banbury (Kindred Group)  
16:50 Will Hawkley (乐鱼(Leyu)体育官网) 乐鱼(Leyu)体育官网 Thank You
17:00 Drinks Sponsored by Gibtelecom

Breakout Room Agenda

  Time Speaker(s) Topic 
  9:00 Registration sponsored by Bird & Bird  
Hassans 10:15 Eric Hollreiser & Craig Tregurtha (ACE Hollreiser) Prepared not panicked: the power of proactive crisis management
  10:45 Coffee Sponsored by Wiggin
  11:15 Nicholas Macias (GBGA) GBGA update
Hassans 11:30 Panellists: Navigating the New Regulatory Landscape: Marketing Companies and Tax Implications
  Louise Federico (Hassans)  
  Grahame Jackson (Hassans)  
  Andrew Montegriffo (Hassans)  
12:00 Moderator: Anthony Provasoli (Hassans) Fireside chat/Q&A on Crypto
  Panellists:  
  Andrew Tait (Ramparts)  
  Philip Vasquez (Damex)  
  12:30 Lunch Sponsored by Isolas
Hassans   Power Presentations:  
13:30 Matthew Plampton (Wiggin) Malfunction voids all bets? Don鈥檛 count on it: Lessons from recent court cases on game errors
13:45 Andy Danson (Bird & Bird) Sports Data Rights: what betting operators need to know
14:00 Emily Sheard (CMS) High stakes: Unpacking operators' duties to protect customer?
14:45 Coffee Sponsored by CMS
15:15 Tom Whitton (Mishcon) Navigating the regulatory challenges for B2B suppliers
15:30 Sinead Murdock (乐鱼(Leyu)体育官网) & Alex Roberts (乐鱼(Leyu)体育官网) International tax and transfer pricing hot topics in the betting and gaming sector
15:45 Hari Sharma (乐鱼(Leyu)体育官网) UK Duties Consultation - Key thinking points for operators

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Wiggin is a leading global law firm advising on the international operation of betting and gaming. We offer full-service, sector-focussed support for all forms of betting, gaming, lotteries and competitions.

Our team have unrivalled regulatory, commercial and M&A expertise - many of our lawyers are ranked as leading individuals in both UK and worldwide legal directories and we are the largest specialist betting & gaming practice in the UK.

We assist all businesses whatever their function in the gambling ecosystem on all their day-to-day legal, regulatory and compliance requirements, as well as working on complex projects and strategic advisory matters. Outside our core gambling team, our tax, technology, advertising, consumer law, brand protection, litigation, data protection, employment and property specialists regularly advise gambling businesses on all aspects of their business.

Our role as leading advisers to the global gambling industry鈥檚 largest players requires us to understand national and international laws and regulations like no other practice. Our services are backed up by many years of extensive industry experience and by one of the world鈥檚 largest teams of specialist lawyers dedicated to the full-time practice of gambling law on an international basis.

Twitter - @WigginLLP
Contact - [email protected]

With more than 79 offices in over 47 countries and 5,000+ lawyers worldwide, CMS offers deep local market understanding with a global perspective. We are focused on building strong relationships with our clients, our people, our industry sectors and wider communities.

As a Future Facing firm we take a bold, dynamic and agile approach helping clients of every size face the future with confidence. We have an immense depth of understanding of the sectors in which we operate and our lawyers are genuine experts in their fields. They are, able to advise on current challenges, as well as anticipate those on the horizon that are likely to shape the future.

We want to ensure that we build a culture of trust, respect and support embracing all aspects of diversity and inclusion, leading the legal sector in social impact and sustainability. Our aim is to inspire, impact and support our clients and our people, helping them to maximize their potential and thrive.

Our deep knowledge of the gambling sector allows us to advise our clients on how to recognise, protect and optimise their opportunities within this shifting landscape. Our gambling practice comprises lawyers drawn from across the firm, including our Commercial & Regulatory, Corporate, Tax, Dispute Resolution, Financial Services, EU & Competition and Intellectual Property practices and our expertise extends to all gambling products including betting, gaming, lotteries, prize competitions and promotions, both remote and land-based.

Games Global is a leading supplier of unique and innovative iGaming content. With a proprietary catalogue comprising of 1,300 games, a record-breaking progressive jackpot network, 40 studios, and a world-class distribution channel servicing some 650 global gaming brands, Games Global delivers force and direction to online gaming, bringing together the industry鈥檚 biggest and brightest stars.

The industry鈥檚 trusted infrastructure and cybersecurity partner
Continent 8 Technologies has been powering and protecting the global iGaming and online sports betting industry for over 25 years. Over that time, we have earned an unrivalled reputation for delivering unswerving hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity services and solutions, continuously providing best-in-class managed and professional services to meet today鈥檚 most demanding online operations.

World-class connectivity 鈥� the industry鈥檚 backbone
Our extensive global private network spans over 100 connected locations across four continents, ensuring secure, resilient, high-availability and zero-compromise gaming platforms and player experiences. We are continually expanding our network, with significant growth in our US and LATAM presence 鈥� we are currently active in over 30 US states and six LATAM and Caribbean regions, including the exciting new Brazil market.

Compliance-driven cybersecurity
In collaboration with our cybersecurity specialist company C8 Secure, Continent 8 empowers operators and suppliers to swiftly meet multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements while safeguarding their operations. Our compliance-driven, multi-layered cybersecurity solutions offer comprehensive end-to-end protection, securing everything from data and endpoints to applications and network infrastructure.

Tailored solutions for dynamic requirements
We are continually enhancing our portfolio to support a wider array of workflows. As a newly recognised AWS Solution Provider within the Solution Provider Program (SPP), we deliver an expanded suite of AWS managed and professional services designed to help betting and gaming customers achieve well-architected hybrid and multi-cloud frameworks. As a Nutanix Authorised Service Provider partner, we are diligently aiding both gaming and non-gaming customers in optimising savings post-VMware acquisition by transitioning them from VMware hyperconverged infrastructures to more cost-effective, Nutanix-based hypervisors.

Go-to industry partner
As the trusted infrastructure partner in the industry, we power and protect the world's leading brands, including bet365, Apricot (formerly Microgaming), BetMGM, DraftKings, FanDuel, PointsBet, Playtech, Sportingtech and others. We proudly support 90% of the top 10 operators on the 2024 EGR Power 50 Rankings list and 95% on the 2024 EGR Power US Rankings list.

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Gibraltar 鈥� a pivotal hub
Gibraltar serves as a central hub for Continent 8. Our state-of-the-art data centre is strategically situated within the Rock of Gibraltar. This facility, formerly a United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (MoD) site, is owned and operated by Continent 8, making it the most secure and advanced hosting centre in the jurisdiction. From our Gibraltar data centre, which is connected to our global private network, we offer our complete suite of compliant services and solutions: from traditional Co-location and fully managed Cloud infrastructure offerings 鈥� including our flexible and scalable Public Cloud solution 鈥� to the entire range of cybersecurity products.

Contact: [email protected]

Gibtelecom is a managed solutions and telecoms company, providing customers with best-in-breed data centre facilities, managed infrastructure and cloud services, coupled with the fast and highly resilient global network connections needed by todays internationally connected organisations.

Gibtelecom has worked very closely with the gaming industry in Gibraltar for over a decade to become a globally connected provider that can meet operators鈥� growing bandwidth and technology needs, and during this time has developed tailored solutions specifically for the industry. It operates cloud hubs and hosting facilities in Gibraltar, London, Malta, Dublin, Singapore, Malaysia Curacao and Latin America and continues to expand its international network and product portfolio. The backbone of its global private network is built on the solid foundations of the Europe India Gateway (EIG) stretching from London to Mumbai with onward connections to locations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia.

Products & Services:

  • Infrastructure solutions
  • Cloud Solutions: Private, public and hybrid cloud
  • Cloud Connect to hyperscale providers
  • Back-up as a Service
  • Co-location & Data Centre Services
  • Connectivity solutions
  • Business communications solutions
  • Managed Security

Hassans was founded in 1939 and is the largest law and fiduciary firm in Gibraltar. It is an internationally recognised firm which offers dynamic and proactive client service in an environment committed to sustainable business, technology and innovation.

Hassans are trusted advisers to clients both locally and overseas who seek legal guidance in a fast-moving, multi-jurisdictional world. Though rooted in Gibraltar, the firm has an international clientele in key jurisdictions around the world, including the US, the UK, Israel and Europe with many assignments involving cross-border advice and major multinationals, banks and building societies.

Over the last 18 years, Gibraltar has grown rapidly to become a first-class, internationally renowned hub for the online gambling and e-commerce industry. The team at Hassans consists of Peter Montegriffo KC, Andrew Montegriffo, Louise Federico and Anna Buhler. They have advised many of the industry鈥檚 leading players such as Entain, Evoke, Bet365, PragmaticPlay, and Playtech amongst others. The team provides a full range of commercial and regulatory advice, including setting up operations in Gibraltar and listings.鈥� The team was also heavily involved in assisting the Gibraltar Government and industry in reviewing the current gambling legislation and identifying areas for reform.

Contact number
00 350 20079000

Social media links
twitter: @gibraltarlaw
facebook: hassansgibraltar

Gibraltar Finance is the platform for the promotion of Gibraltar鈥檚 vibrant financial services sector, ensuring that Gibraltar effectively communicates its position as an international finance centre of excellence. Gibraltar Finance acts as a conduit to attract investment to Gibraltar.

Gibraltar Finance provides the international financial services community, professionals and corporate and private clients alike, a resource hub whereby information can be obtained and all the relevant Gibraltar-based professional associations can be accessed. It acts as a forum that provides engagement between Gibraltar鈥檚 financial services sector and the Government of Gibraltar for the consideration of strategic and policy issues, creating the responsive, proactive environment that so benefits investment.

Gibraltar offers a well-regulated, transparent jurisdiction where financial services are supported by a modern environment with high-quality infrastructure and which provides access to financial markets. To these strengths, Gibraltar adds an enviable choice of highly-qualified experts providing professional services to investors and entrepreneurs, a well-respected, innovative and robust regulatory system, and a stable, democratic political system that fully supports financial services as the one of the foremost sectors of Gibraltar鈥檚 buoyant economy.

Gibraltar's longest established law firm and a leader in legal services for the e-gaming and betting industry.

ISOLAS LLP was established in 1892, making it the longest established law firm in Gibraltar and is proud to be considered one of the leading law firms in Gibraltar. ISOLAS LLP is consistently ranked as one of the leaders in the market by all the major international directories and ranked by Chambers & Partners as a Band 1 leading law firm.

ISOLAS LLP鈥檚 betting & gaming team is headed up by Senior Partner, Peter Isola, who has been instrumental in the development of the sector for over 25 years and assisted with shaping HM Government of Gibraltar鈥檚 policy and drafting of the proposed new Gambling Act 2024. Peter has also advised many gaming companies on licensing and regulatory requirements and has significant experience as a non-executive director of various financial services and gaming companies.

Senior Partner, The Hon Albert Isola CBE, served 10 years as Minister for Financial Services and Gaming, has a unique insight of the gaming industry and the relationship between Gibraltar and the United Kingdom markets which ultimately strengthens the team at ISOLAS LLP, for the benefit of its clients.

Partner Steven Caetano specialises within the Betting & Gaming sector having practiced in this space since 2005. His knowledge and expertise are not only recognised locally and internationally but also by Chambers & Partners where he is ranked as a Global Market Leader in Gaming & Gambling. Steven regularly assists clients with gaming contracts, licensing applications, change of control approvals and best regulatory practices.

In addition to the above, ISOLAS LLP has significant expertise in e-sports, crypto, social and quasi gaming/prize competitions.

ISOLAS LLP is also active in the land-based casino, betting, gaming machine, hotel, catering and leisure sectors with considerable experience in these sectors and representing local and international operators on matters ranging from operations to M&A transactions, consolidation and restructures, merger clearances, developments and licensing.

ISOLAS LLP鈥檚 focus is on their personal and pragmatic approach to interaction with clients which we strongly believe forms the basis of our success in establishing long-term relationships. The commerciality of the advice that we provide, close attention to cost considerations, our professional network in Gibraltar and beyond, as well as our dedication to leveraging information technology solutions for the client鈥檚 benefit, make ISOLAS LLP a compelling package with the added benefit of being a full-service law firm.

ISOLAS LLP鈥檚 experience in the online gaming, gambling, Fintech/cryptocurrency space, and e-commerce legal services sector is second to none, with significant expertise, an established network and commercial approach to understand and provide legal support tailored to our client's needs.

Contact us:
E: [email protected]
T: +350 20001892

The is an independent international professional service business with law at its heart, employing over 1400 people with close to 650 lawyers. Central to the Group is Mishcon de Reya LLP with a collection of leading consultancy businesses that complement the firm's legal services.

The firm has a dedicated Betting & Gaming Group of lawyers, recognised as experts within the gambling and interactive entertainment sector with significant experience advising operators and B2B suppliers on M&A, regulatory & compliance, AML, cyber security, data protection, brand protection, sponsorship, affiliate marketing, sports law, dispute resolution, IP and reputation management. The group also provides specialist advice on eSports, crypto currencies, blockchain and AI. The Mishcon Betting and Gaming team is ranked in the top tier in both Chambers and Partners and Legal500.

The includes consultancy businesses and , (in London, Singapore and Dubai).

Mishcon de Reya LLP is based in London, Oxford, Cambridge, Singapore and Hong Kong (through its association with ). The firm services an international community of clients and provides advice in situations where the constraints of geography often do not apply. Its work is cross-border, international and complex.

The Bird & Bird International Gambling Team are passionate and knowledgeable about the sector, and are recognised industry leaders. We have twice been voted 鈥楤est Regulatory Law Firm' at the VIXIO Gambling Compliance Global Regulatory Awards (2021 and 2024), we are ranked as leaders in the legal directories, and we offer unparalleled reach and insight across our 32 international offices. Many of the best known and most innovative gambling businesses in the world rely on our sector specialists in areas such as regulatory compliance and enforcement, complex commercial contracts, data protection, marketing and consumer law, intellectual property, corporate transactions, dispute resolution, competition law and tax. Our deep sector experience means we understand your business needs, whether you're entering new markets, doing something innovative, contemplating a transformative deal or involved in an investigation or dispute. We provide client-focused, practical, commercial advice and solutions to help you achieve your goals.

Global Gaming Women (GGW) is a non-profit organization committed to empowering, inspiring, and advancing the careers of women in the gaming industry. Founded in 2011 as a development program by the American Gaming Association and becoming an independent charitable organization in 2016, GGW has since grown into a global network of over 7,000 members spanning more than 70 countries.

Dedicated to fostering professional growth at all career stages, GGW offers a comprehensive range of programs and resources, including educational scholarships, mentorship initiatives, and networking events. To date, the organization has awarded more than 650 scholarships, equipping women with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the gaming industry.

GGW also facilitates impactful mentorship programs, such as the Virtual Mentorship Program, which connects women in meaningful mentor-mentee relationships to share experiences, exchange insights, and learn industry best practices.

Through these initiatives, GGW is driving greater inclusivity and diversity within the gaming sector, providing women with the tools, resources, and support needed to thrive as professionals and leaders.

  1. Contact number: 702-480-5075
  2. Email address: [email protected]
  3. Twitter link: @gaming_women
  4. LinkedIn link:

Fsas Technologies鈥痠s a forward-thinking tech solutions provider delivering high-performance infrastructure and AI-powered innovations to meet the fast-paced demands of the iGaming industry. As a 100% Fujitsu owned company, Fsas Technologies brings decades of global IT expertise to help iGaming operators scale securely, improve player experience, and stay ahead of regulatory and technological shifts.

In the highly competitive and data-driven world of online gaming, Fsas Technologies offers secure, low-latency, and energy-efficient infrastructure tailored for high availability and peak performance. Leveraging composable disaggregated infrastructure (CDI), Fsas Technologies enables operators to dynamically scale computing resources based on real-time traffic, ensuring seamless gameplay even during traffic surges.

Fsas Technologies is also at the forefront of applying ethical AI and machine learning solutions to high profile use cases. Its Private GPT platform will allow iGaming businesses to harness the power of large language models within secure, on-premise environments, ensuring full control over sensitive player data and compliance with strict regulations.

As sustainability becomes increasingly important in tech operations, Fsas Technologies invests in research and innovation of energy-efficient hardware for the future such as ARM-based CPUs and green data centre strategies to help iGaming businesses reduce their carbon footprint while optimising costs.

With a deep understanding of iGaming鈥檚 operational and regulatory complexities, Fsas Technologies empowers operators to innovate confidently, scale intelligently, and deliver exceptional gaming experiences worldwide. Backed by Fujitsu鈥檚 global resources and a culture of continuous innovation, Fsas is shaping the future of gaming technology鈥攕ecurely, sustainably, and intelligently.

Headquartered in Gibraltar, Pragmatic Play is a leading supplier of player-favourite content to the most successful operator brands in the industry. Powering up new possibilities of play through a single API, we offer a multi-product portfolio of award-winning slots, live casino, bingo, virtual sports, sportsbook and more, available in all major regulated markets, languages and currencies. Driven by our commitment to craft immersive experiences and responsible thrills, we supply games that players love time and time again.

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