Hot Topics and Key Discussions Will Feature The SBC Summit Americas Opening Day

Top leaders in the US and Latin American sports betting and iGaming sectors will gather in Fort Lauderdale for the opening day of the SBC Summit Americas.

The ceremony will kick off with a high-level panel titled “Welcome to Florida,” featuring prominent figures like Javier Fernandez (Chief Strategy Officer & Managing Director US & Latin America at Pinnacle).

The discussion will focus on the current regulatory landscape in Florida, looking into the state’s regulations and it’s implications for the online gambling market.

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Another discussion, “The US Regulatory Landscape: Carving a Path for National Expansion,” will feature experts like Bill Miller (President & CEO of the American Gaming Association). This panel will explore the efforts and challenges in establishing consistent and effective regulations across the United States.

Also, various leaders will take the stage, each focusing on critical challenges and exciting opportunities within the North and Latin American gaming markets. These discussions will give insights into the specific nuances and potential of different regions.

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One panel, “Latin American Leaders – Regional Report: Enhancing Growth Across Diverse Markets,” will bring together experts from Latin America to discuss strategies for expanding the iGaming and sports betting sectors in their countries.

The “Tribal Leaders – What the Future Holds” will see leaders from Native American tribes involved in the gaming industry. Here, discussions will be around regulatory frameworks governing tribal gaming and their future role in the broader US sports betting and casino landscape.

Other important discussions will include “Affiliate Leaders – Driving Strategic Growth for Operators,” which focuses on effective marketing and partnership strategies, and “Investor Leaders – Capitalizing on Opportunities and Navigating Regulatory Hurdles,” providing insights for those looking to invest in the burgeoning American gaming market.

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The event will see a keynote sequence with in-depth conversations. “Talking Tech & the Regulatory Tightrope,” will feature Oliver Bartlett (Vice President of Gaming – Product & Content at BetMGM) and Jan Jones Blackhurst (Board Member at Caesars Entertainment). This session will discuss the intersection of technological innovation and the ever-evolving regulatory requirements in the online gaming world.

Experts like Charmaine Hogan (Head of Regulatory Affairs at Playtech) and David Pridmore (Chief Strategy & Operations Officer at Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation – OLG) will discuss the unique challenges and opportunities within the developing Canadian sports betting and iGaming scene.

The opening day will end with “The Path to Regulation,” featuring Martin Lycka (Senior Vice President for Regulatory Affairs and Responsible Gambling at Entain) and Brandt Iden (General Manager of U.S. Digital Gaming at PENN Entertainment). This discussion will focus on the ongoing efforts and best practices for establishing effective and responsible online gambling regulations across the Americas.

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