Zona de Azar Portugal – SBC Summit in Lisbon: “Day One” Official Agenda
Portugal.- 24th September 2024 www.zonadeazar.com Get ready for an extraordinary experience at the SBC Summit in Lisbon, the next evolution of SBC Summit Barcelona! With over 450 speakers, an expansive exhibition floor of 100,000m², and 25,000 industry professionals, this event is set to inspire.
On the expo floor, you’ll connect with 600 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations. We’ve organized the space into themed areas, including the Casino & iGaming Zone, Sports Betting Zone, Player Protection Zone, and the ESI Lisbon – Esports, Gaming & Creators Zone. Additionally, don’t miss our Payment Expert Summit, Affiliate Leaders Summit, as well as the Food & Hospitality and Media Headquarters.
Join us for a unique blend of innovation and collaboration at SBC Summit Lisbon! Now, let’s dive into the official agenda for the first day.
- 06:30 – 23:00
Humberto Delgado Airport
Airport Badge Collection Sponsored by BetConstruct
Pick up your name badge at the Airport when you arrive and avoid the morning queues.
- 09:00 – 18:00
Yellow Zone, Feira Internacional de Lisboa & MEO Arena
Food & Hospitality Zone
Food, drinks, hospitality and seating area – a great place to meet, connect and enjoy world class food and refreshments.
- 10:00 – 00:00
Myriad Hotel
SBC Leaders Summit
This event is invite-only. SBC Leaders Summit is the most exclusive gaming industry conference taking place in the luxury setting of the Myriad by Sana, 5 star luxury hotel and gathers 500+ gaming industry C-Level executives who will enjoy unparalleled networking opportunities with their peers and world class conference content.
- 10:00 – 18:00
Feira Internacional de Lisboa & MEO Arena
SBC Summit
25,000 industry professionals in attendance, 100,000 m2 floor space split into 5 separate zones to make it easier for the delegates to navigate the exhibition and identify the companies that are relevant to their business. Sports Betting, Casino & iGaming, Player Protection zones and ESI Lisbon (Esports), as well as the much expanded Affiliate Leaders Summit and Payment Expert Summit will each have their own conference stage, exhibition floor and networking areas in total accommodating over 600 exhibiting. The busy conference schedule will boast an unrivalled speaker line-up of 450 industry professionals including the groundbreaking Super Stage.
- 10:00 – 18:00
Red Zone, Feira Internacional de Lisboa & MEO Arena
Casino & iGaming Zone
Spanning across 2 full halls, the Casino & iGaming Zone will accommodate a wide array of leading iGaming exhibitors. The zone will encompass all aspects of the global casino and iGaming industry, showcasing everything from game providers and studios to platform and software suppliers, and real-time data processing. The zone will highlight both global and regional brands, featuring industry giants like iGP, Playtech, Spribe, Softswiss, and CreedRoomz, alongside emerging innovators who are set to transform industry standards. At the heart of the zone lies the Casino & iGaming Stage, where over three full days, delegates will gain insights from top executives and product specialists in iGaming. Topics include essential themes such as innovations in bonuses, cryptocurrency, gamification, AI applications, branding and marketing, omnichannel strategies, game design and more.
- 10:00 – 18:00
Blue Zone, Feira Internacional de Lisboa & MEO Arena
Sports Betting Zone
The Sports Betting Zone will showcase a wide range of suppliers specialising in sports betting. This includes a diverse array of platform providers, data specialists, compliance experts, and other key contributors to the sports betting sector. Among the prominent industry players exhibiting in the zone are BetConstruct, Soft2Bet, Altenar, Pin-up Global, and 1xBet. The dedicated Sports Betting track will span all three days of the event, providing in-depth explorations of essential topics such as bet-building, in-play betting, data analytics, sports integrity, leadership, and retail sportsbooks. The conference will showcase prominent speakers and top industry experts, guaranteeing high-quality content that aligns with the renowned standards of SBC conferences.
- 10:00 – 18:00
Green Zone, Feira Internacional de Lisboa & MEO Arena
Payment Expert Summit
The Payment Expert Summit marks the evolution of the former Payments & Compliance zone. With increasing interest from payment companies worldwide in the gaming industry, specifically in SBC’s flagship event, the newly introduced Summit represents a logical progression. This new Summit features an amazing number of payment providers and compliance specialist companies, including powerhouses such as Adyen, Kushki, Neosurf, and OKTO, showcasing their localised or cross-border payment solutions and services, among other products. This year’s agenda expands to three days from the customary two, offering even greater access to diverse perspectives from leading payment providers and operators. Topics of discussion will encompass open banking, anti-money laundering strategies, compliance protocols, fraud prevention, cybersecurity measures, management of VIP players, KYC best practices, and more.
- 10:00 – 18:00
Light Blue Zone, Feira Internacional de Lisboa & MEO Arena
Player Protection Zone
Join us at the Player Protection Zone, a zone dedicated to fortifying a comprehensive gambling harm prevention ecosystem in the global sports betting and iGaming sectors. Explore cutting-edge safeguarding systems and products on the show floor, and connect with representatives from major operators, player protection service providers, KYC experts, and safer gambling specialists. The Player Protection conference track, scheduled across all three days of the event, will provide delegates with cutting-edge safeguarding practices and ethical marketing strategies aimed at fostering growth while prioritising player well-being. Attendees can expect engaging discussions on topics such as advanced identification technology, navigating regulatory frameworks, ESG strategies, social responsibility in branding, customised safer gambling initiatives for minority gamblers, and more.
- 10:00 – 18:00
Feira Internacional de Lisboa & MEO Arena
Global Markets Lounge
The Global Markets Lounge is a fresh initiative aimed at spotlighting the global reach of the SBC Summit. Positioned as a dedicated area on the show floor, the Lounge will bring together industry stakeholders – whether regulators, operators, affiliates, or suppliers – who seek deeper insights into their target markets. The concept is straightforward: each session will commence with a 15-minute address from a market expert. This will be followed by a 45-minute interactive discussion among attendees in the lounge, where they can pose questions, discuss concerns, or share success stories related to specific markets. Discussions will encompass markets spanning the USA, Canada, Mexico, Philippines, Italy, Africa, UK, India, Brazil, Portugal, and UAE, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of global market dynamics.
- 10:00 – 18:00
Sala Tejo, MEO Arena
ESI Lisbon
ESI Lisbon will be a true combination of all the most prominent parts of the evolving esports, gaming and creator economy industry, including intersecting industries too. The event promises an unparalleled experience with our largest exhibition space yet, two stages across two days featuring thought-provoking content, 5 different districts for exhibitors covering Tech, Esports, Creator Economy, Education & Publishers, alongside fun, productive, and memorable networking opportunities. Also taking place at ESI Lisbon are, The Clutch (a live pitch investment competition for start-up companies in the video games, esports, and creator economy sectors), ESI Hall of Fame (designed to honour those who have most contributed to the development of esports as an industry) & the ESI Film Festival (The 2nd edition of our Esports & Gaming Short Film Festival with a €6000 prize pool)
- 12:00 – 18:00
MEO Arena
Super Stage
The Super Stage is a huge, spectacular stage at the MEO Arena that offers SBC Summit delegates a chance to experience incredible, awe-inspiring keynote speakers such as; Tim Berners-Lee (founder and creator of the world wide web) and Tony Hawk, the skateboarding legend and man behind the Tony Hawk brand.
- 17:00 – 19:30
Sala Tejo, MEO Arena
ESI Film Festival
The potential of video games and esports to make a meaningful, positive difference to people’s lives is enormous. There are countless anecdotal examples of this, and not enough of these stories are told & shared more widely. Film is one medium to help change that. Accordingly in 2023, we introduced the ESI Film Festival; the very first Esports & Gaming Short Film Festival, at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly. In 2024, ESI Film Festival heads to Lisbon, with a scaled-up event, adding more categories, and continuing to offer filmmakers a platform to shine a light on some of the many stories that warrant telling in, and around gaming and esports at large. Additionally we will encourage original short films on select themes (which will change each year!) as they pertain to these spaces and communities within them too. Moreover, with this event, we are looking to better strengthen ties, connections, and collaborations between the film, games, and esports sectors. https://esportsinsider.com/events/esi-film-festival-lisbon
- 19:00 – 01:00
Patio da Gale
SBC Summit Opening Party
Join us for the opening night of the SBC Summit at the magnificent Patio da Galé in Lisbon! Our grand opening party offers delegates an evening filled with complimentary drinks, engaging conversations, and unparalleled networking opportunities with some of the industry’s most influential figures. Enjoy the charm of this historic venue while mingling with fellow guests in a delightful and sophisticated atmosphere. Don’t miss out on a night to remember! NOTE: Evening networking NOT accessible with an Expo Only pass.
- 19:00 – 01:00
Ferroviário
Affiliate Leaders Summit Opening Party
Pre-Registration and Opening Party for the Affiliate Leaders Summit at the trendy and vibrant Ferroviário Rooftop Bar. Collect your badge at the venue, and network with leading affiliates and operators whilst you enjoy complimentary drinks, and experience the vibrant atmosphere of this unique venue.
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