SBC Malta Summit Concentrates on Compliance and Resilience

(AsiaGameHub) –   With the industry facing increasing pressure from cyber threats, fraud, and regulatory uncertainties, SBC Summit Malta will feature a dedicated ‘Operations and Compliance’ stage. This stage aims to assist businesses in enhancing security and developing more resilient operations.

Scheduled for April 29 and 30, the programme will convene C-level executives, security and fraud specialists, regulators, and market leaders. They will explore strategies for businesses to safeguard themselves across financial, operational, and reputational fronts.

On Wednesday, April 29, the Risk, Regulation and Resilience track will address fraud, cybersecurity, and black market activities through expert panels, fireside chats, and C-level discussions. On Thursday, April 30, the focus shifts to Policy in Practice, offering hands-on workshops that tackle operational and regulatory challenges in SEO and AI.

The fireside chat ‘Tax Hikes 2026: Market Shocks, Regulatory Risks & Margin Impact’ will examine how increasing tax pressures are influencing operators across key European markets. Featuring Stephen Hodgson (VP of Tax, Midnite), Sara Haddow (Group Tax Director, Entain), and Russell Mifsud (Director, Head of Gaming Europe, KPMG), the session will delve into how businesses can adapt to rising tax burdens and the implications for competitiveness, consolidation, and potential market exits.

The session “The COO Horizon: Challenges and Opportunities in 2026/27” will explore how operational leadership is being tested by escalating costs and compliance demands. With speakers Ramon Glieneke (COO, Alea), Tom McGovern (Chief Operations Officer, Flutter UKI), Tim De Borle (COO, Casumo), and Chris McGowan (COO, Scatters), and moderated by Joe Streeter (Editor, iGaming Expert), the discussion will centre on investment priorities and how technologies like AI can support more efficient, scalable operations.

Day two will then concentrate on the operational and regulatory considerations surrounding SEO and AI. 

The workshop ‘SEO Terrorism in iGaming: Surviving Negative Attacks on Your Website’ will address the growing threat of negative SEO. Hosted by Ivana Flynn (Head of SEO and Strategy, Consultant), it will investigate how these attacks are executed, what attackers aim to achieve, and how to identify them early, providing participants with practical strategies to detect, track, and defend against malicious activity.

The workshop ‘AI in Gaming: Shaping the Industry’s First AI Charter’ will examine the impact of forthcoming EU AI regulation and its practical implications for operators. Led by Kinga Warda (Chief of Policy and Insight, Malta Gaming Authority) and Francois Piccione (Chief Technology Officer, Malta Gaming Authority), it will offer early clarity on the standards shaping compliance and how businesses can align their processes accordingly.

‘From AI Tools to AI Embedded in Business Workflows’ will explore how to integrate AI from a standalone tool into a core component of business operations. Featuring Philippe Guillod (VP, Analytics) and Fraser Dunk (CEO, Jurnii), the session will highlight how organisations are embedding AI into everyday processes to drive efficiency and improve decision-making, offering practical strategies to move beyond experimentation and deliver tangible value.

SBC Summit Malta will take place at the InterContinental Hotel from 28-30 April. Alongside the conference programme, the event will offer 6,000 attendees the opportunity to explore a curated exhibition floor and connect through a range of networking opportunities.

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Secure Your Tickets for SBC Summit Malta

Ensure your attendance at SBC Summit Malta by purchasing our VIP Event Pass. Priced at €600, this pass grants you full access to all aspects of SBC Summit Malta, encompassing three days of networking, conference sessions, and the exhibition.

An Expo+ Pass is also available for €150.

Operators and affiliates are eligible to apply for a complimentary pass. Operators can request a free pass here. Affiliates can request their free passes here.