GAT Expo Bogotá Brings Gaming Industry Together to Drive Innovation
Colombia.- 16 October 2026 | www.zonadeazar.com GAT Expo Bogotá 2026 brings together gaming operators, technology suppliers, manufacturers and regulators on 15 October at the Sheraton Salitre Hotel in Colombia’s capital.
The event welcomes representatives from Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, the United States, Mexico, China and other countries, creating opportunities for business development, strategic partnerships and technological innovation.
This year’s edition focuses particularly on land-based casinos, responsible gambling and gamification, three important areas for the Latin American gaming industry.
Exhibitors and Technology Innovations
The exhibition features international and Colombian companies presenting solutions for land-based casinos and digital gaming platforms.
Exhibitors include Novomatic, Win Systems/Gold Club, Interblock, RPCOL, Gem Solutions, BetConstruct and UP Gaming, among others.
Featured technologies include:
- Next-generation slot machines and gaming cabinets.
- Electronic roulette and casino management systems.
- Online casino and sportsbook platforms.
- Omnichannel solutions for operators.
The event is supported by sponsors including Pragmatic Play, BetPlay, BetConstruct, YaJuego and Gamanza.
Coljuegos, Colombia’s national gambling regulator, is also participating through an institutional stand, where officials will engage with industry representatives.
Responsible Gambling and Land-Based Casinos
The GAT Talks conference programme, scheduled between 14:20 and 16:20 local time, features three specialised discussions.
The first panel focuses on responsible gambling in Colombia, bringing together the presidents of four industry associations:
- Evert Montero Cárdenas, Fecoljuegos.
- Juan Carlos Restrepo, Asojuegos.
- Elizabeth Maya Cano, Cornazar.
- Willington Ortiz, Fedelco.
The second discussion examines the development and challenges of land-based casinos in Colombia and Latin America.
It will be moderated by Georges Didier, Regional Director for Latin America at Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), with contributions from Laura Marcela Arévalo of Cornazar and José Luis Osorio, CEO of Retailsoft.
Gamification and Player Engagement
The final panel explores the evolution of gamification as a tool for customer engagement and retention.
The discussion is led by Andrés Blanco, Managing Director and Product Director at Gamanza Engage.
Representatives from Luckia Colombia, BetPlay, YaJuego and Xpanzia will also participate.
The session examines how gamification can improve user experiences through engagement strategies extending beyond traditional bonus systems.
Next Steps and Impact
José Aníbal Aguirre, CEO of GAT Events, highlighted the exhibition’s role in connecting manufacturers and suppliers directly with operators and business leaders.
The organisers aim to encourage equipment upgrades, portfolio development and new commercial partnerships ahead of 2027.
With an agenda focused on innovation, responsible gambling and digital transformation, GAT Expo Bogotá continues strengthening its position as a meeting point for the Latin American gaming industry.
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