Zona de Azar Portugal – SBC Summit in Lisbon: Official Agenda “Third and Final Day”
Portugal.- September 25, 2024 www.zonadeazar.com Get ready for an extraordinary experience at the SBC Summit in Lisbon, the new evolution of the SBC Summit Barcelona.
With over 450 speakers, an extensive exhibition floor of 100,000 m², and 25,000 industry professionals, this event promises to inspire.
In the exhibition area, you will connect with 600 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations. We have organized the space into thematic areas, including the Casino & iGaming Zone, Sports Betting Zone, Player Protection Zone, and ESI Lisbon – Esports, Gaming, and Creators Zone. Additionally, don’t miss our Payment Expert Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit, as well as our Food & Hospitality and Media venues.
Join us for a unique combination of innovation and collaboration at the SBC Summit Lisbon! Now, let’s dive into the official agenda for the third and final day!
- 09:00 – 17:00
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 – 17:00
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 companies.
The busy conference schedule will boast an unrivalled speaker line-up of 450 industry professionals including the groundbreaking Super Stage.
- 10:00 – 17:00
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.
- 10:00 – 17:00
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 – 17:00
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 – 17:00
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 – 17:00
Purple Zone, Feira Internacional de Lisboa & MEO Arena
Affiliate Leaders Summit
The debut edition of the Affiliate Leaders Summit will showcase a diverse lineup of booths from operators, affiliates, aggregators and other affiliate marketing specialsts. Among them will be leading operators such as Novibet, Kaizen Gaming, Stake.com, and Growe Partners, alongside affiliate powerhouses like Clever Advertising, Bwise Media, GiG Media, and others.
Named after SBC’s Affiliate Leaders community, the Affiliate Leaders Summit promises a deep dive into marketing and affiliation strategies. Attendees can expect insightful discussions covering topics such as SEO optimisation, the impact of listing fees, responsible methods for customer acquisition, leveraging AI in marketing strategies, the future landscape of streaming platforms, and more.
- 10:00 – 17:00
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 – 17:00
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.
- 11:00 – 16:00
Purple Zone, Feira Internacional de Lisboa & MEO Arena
Poker Tournament sponsored by JuicyStakes – F200
Join Safe Affiliate Programs and Juicy Stakes for their friendly but competitive Poker Tournament taking place at stand F200. The tournament will run five preliminary rounds with the final taking place at 3pm on Thursday 26th. Head over to the stand to sign up and be in with a chance of winning some cool gifts!
- 14:00 – 17:00
AMIG Happy Hour
CHEERS! The AMIG happy hour, sponsored by Clever Advertising, will be held in the Affiliate Leaders Lounge. Grab a drink and network with like-minded delegates and hear how the AMIG strive to turn the challenges of gender imbalance into opportunities for female talents.
- 17:00 – 19:00
Casino Lisboa
SBC Poker Championship
SBC Poker Championship in partnership with GGPoker will host a unique and entertaining experience, full of good fun, tense poker action and friendly networking with senior level stakeholders in the betting and gaming industry. 750 players will compete for a very attractive prize pool of a massive $100,000 across 50 tables in the luxurious setting of the Casino Lisboa. Invite Only Event.
- 17:30 – 19:30
Women’s Empowerment (WE) Networking Dînatoire
The dînatoire is invite-only. Acknowledging the significance of a supportive community, the debut ‘Women Empowerment Initiative Dînatoire’ seeks to bring together women from all corners of the industry, creating an opportunity to connect, share, and inspire in a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
Attendees will be treated to a memorable evening of networking, featuring an assortment of drinks and canapés. The dînatoire format offers a relaxed setting, encouraging the women in attendance to connect and converse freely as the evening unfolds.
- 19:00 – 01:00
MEO Arena
SBC Awards 2024 (Separate ticket required)
SBC Awards is THE most prestigious awards ceremony and gala dinner in the sports betting and iGaming industry. The gaming industry gathers to celebrate the the successes of the past year and party the night away. Transport to and from the venue is provided to all attendees.
- 20:00 – 03:30
MEO Arena
Infinity Closing Party
For SBC Summit attendees who won’t be attending the SBC Awards, we invite you to conclude your time at the SBC Summit by attending INFINITY Lisbon – the Official SBC Closing Party at the MEO Arena’s Salon Tejo and MEO Arena, one of Lisbon’s largest arenas. Enjoy complimentary drinks and canapés, engage in high-level networking, and revel in live DJ performances and jaw-dropping musical acts Don Diablo, Miss Monique and Darude.
Join us for an unforgettable evening! NOTE: Evening networking NOT accessible with an Expo Only pass.
Edited by: @MaiaDigital www.zonadeazar.com
