10:0022:00
Delegates Pre-Registration & Welcome Reception
Badge pre-collection and the opening welcome reception open to all ticket holders.
About SiGMA World 2026: Rome
SiGMA World 2026 brings SiGMA Group's global summit to Fiera Roma in Rome from 2 to 5 November 2026. The organiser expects more than 30,000 delegates, over 1,200 sponsors and exhibitors and 500+ speakers across five conference stages, with operators, affiliates and a large share of C-level attendees in the mix. The programme runs a Main Stage focused on regulation and enforcement (with dozens of regulators from Europe, Africa and the Americas), an Italy stage on the Italian public gaming market, the Affiliate Grand Slam stage for performance marketing, an AIBC stage on crypto, MiCA and tokenisation, and a Global Finance stage covering FX and payments, plus workshop rooms. Around the exhibition halls sit awards nights (SiGMA World Awards, AIBC & FX Awards and SiGMA Italia Awards), a Startup Pitch competition, iGathering networking dinners and cocktails, guided tours of Rome and sports side events such as golf and padel tours.
iGamingOnline CasinoSports BettingAffiliates & MarketingRegulation & CompliancePaymentsCrypto & BlockchainAI & DataLand-based CasinoLottery
SiGMA World 2026: Rome speakers
40Tim DraperFounderDraper AssociatesAnders DorphDirectorDanish Gambling AuthorityAntonello AurigemmaPresident of the Regional Council of LazioAntonio BarrecaDirector GeneralFederturismo ConfindustriaAGAntonio GiulianiManagerItalian Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM)Antonis M. VartholomeosPresidentHellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP)Avv. Valérie PeanoFounding PartnerEGLA (European Gambling Lawyers and Advisors)Chhayan Divya RingadooCEOGambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) MauritiusCHChristopher HebertChairmanLouisiana Gaming Control BoardDr. Valentina Fabbri BianconePresidentConfesercenti Ostia and Municipality XErastus JohannesCEOGambling Board of NamibiaGiuseppe MarinoPresidentItalian-Cypriot Chamber of CommerceGohar ZakaryanHead of Gambling OversightState Revenue Committee of the Republic of ArmeniaH.E. Lucimara Batista dos ReisConsul & Chief Compliance Officer and AMLHonorary Consulate of Brazil in MaltaHon. Andrea de BertoldiMember of the Italian ParliamentHon. Brando BenifeiMember of the European ParliamentHon. David CasaMember of the European ParliamentHon. Marcello CoppoMember of the Italian ParliamentHon. Noora FagerströmMember of Parliament, FinlandHon. Rosaria TassinariMember of the Italian ParliamentHon. Sinuhe WallinheimoMember of the Finnish ParliamentHon. Tulia AcksonPresidentInter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)James BaldacchinoGeneral CounselMalta Gaming AuthorityJan ŘeholaDirectorInstitute for Gambling Regulation (IPRH)
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Jānis UngursHead of the Lotteries and Gambling DivisionState Revenue Service of the Republic of LatviaMacário Aguacheiro Gonçalves GusseDeputy General DirectorInspecao Geral de Jogos (IGJ) MozambiqueMantiti KhaboChairpersonLesotho Casino BoardMariano AngelucciPresident of the XII Commission for Fashion Tourism and International Relations of Rome Capital CityRome Capital CityMarino FardelliOmbudsmanLazio Region and President of the National Coordination of Italian OmbudsmenMikel Arana EtxezarretaGeneral DirectorSpanish Gaming AuthorityMoreno MarascoChairmanLOGiCOPanagiotis TrisokkasPresidentCyprus National Betting Authority (NBA)Petya Sergeeva KamenskaDirector of the Gambling DepartmentNational Revenue Agency – BulgariaPierre TournierSenior DirectorEGBAProf. Pieris ChouridesPresidentCyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision CommissionRaffaele PasquiniPresidentRoma & Lazio Convention BureauRaigo UukkiviDirector GeneralEstonian Tax and Customs BoardSpasoje PapićDirectorAdministration for Games of Chance of MontenegroTomas BuresHead of the Gambling Regulation UnitMinistry of Finance of the Czech RepublicVentura VegaExecutive SecretaryPanama Gaming Control Board
SiGMA World 2026: Rome agenda
22 sessions20:0000:00
SiGMA Awards
SiGMA World Awards gala dinner for Platinum ticket holders, table sponsors and paid-seat guests.
10:3010:35
Welcome to SiGMA World!
Opening remarks for the first conference day.
10:3511:00
11:0011:25
AI vs. Complexity: Can Tech Simplify Cross-Border Growth?
Panel on whether technology can reduce the complexity of expanding across jurisdictions.
11:1011:40
The Italian Public Gaming Market: Current State and Future Prospects
Overview of the Italian regulated gaming market and its outlook.
11:3012:00
Enforcement Backfire: How Crackdowns Empower Offshore Rivals
Debate on how aggressive enforcement can push players towards offshore operators.
11:4012:10
Italy's New Online Gaming Regime: One Year Later
Assessment of the first year of Italy’s reformed online gaming licensing regime.
12:0012:30
Opening Ceremony
Official opening ceremony featuring the President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union.
12:4013:10
Advertising ban: from prohibition to a balanced approach
Discussion on moving Italy’s gambling advertising ban towards a more balanced model.
13:1513:40
The Invisible Economy of iGaming Events
Rome tourism and business leaders on the local economic impact of iGaming events.
Antonio BarrecaDirector General, Federturismo ConfindustriaDr. Valentina Fabbri BianconePresident, Confesercenti Ostia and Municipality XMariano AngelucciPresident of the XII Commission for Fashion Tourism and International Relations of Rome Capital City, Rome Capital CityRaffaele PasquiniPresident, Roma & Lazio Convention Bureau
13:4014:10
Brazil's Regulation Surge: 237% Growth…and a Compliance Time Bomb?
Examines rapid growth in Brazil’s regulated market and the compliance risks that come with it.
14:1014:40
Europe's Enforcement Era: Regulation Is Winning But At What Cost?
European regulators discuss the costs and trade-offs of stricter enforcement.
Antonis M. VartholomeosPresident, Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP)Mikel Arana EtxezarretaDirector General, DGOJPanagiotis TrisokkasPresident, Cyprus National Betting Authority (NBA)Pierre TournierInterim Secretary General, European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA)Tomas BuresHead of the Gambling Regulation Unit, Ministry of Finance of the Czech Republic
14:4015:05
One Country, 50 Systems: Why US Expansion Multiplies Cost Instead of Revenue
Looks at how state-by-state US regulation raises the cost of expansion.
15:0515:35
Africa's Legal Mirage: Frameworks Exist, Enforcement Doesn't
African regulators on the gap between gambling laws and their enforcement.
15:3516:00
Handshake Capital: Is Networking the Real Currency of iGaming?
Industry voices debate the commercial value of networking and events.
11:0011:05
Welcome to SiGMA World Day 2!
Opening remarks for the second conference day.
13:0013:15
Keynote by Hon. Brando Benifei
Keynote address by a Member of the European Parliament.
13:1513:45
Fragmented Europe: Can Regulators Coordinate Without a Single Rulebook?
European regulators on cross-border coordination without a harmonised EU framework.
Gohar ZakaryanHead of Gambling Oversight, State Revenue Committee of the Republic of ArmeniaJan ŘeholaDirector, Institute for Gambling Regulation (IPRH)Prof. Pieris ChouridesPresident, Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision CommissionRaigo UukkiviDirector General, Estonian Tax and Customs BoardSpasoje PapićDirector, Administration for Games of Chance of Montenegro
13:4514:15
Black Market Economics: Why Illegal Gambling Still Wins
Regulators and industry on why unlicensed gambling keeps market share.
Anders DorphDirector, Danish Gambling AuthorityJames BaldacchinoGeneral Counsel, Malta Gaming AuthorityJānis UngursHead of the Lotteries and Gambling Division, State Revenue Service of the Republic of LatviaPetya Sergeeva KamenskaDirector of the Gambling Department, National Revenue Agency – BulgariaPierre TournierInterim Secretary General, European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA)
TBC
SiGMA World Startup Pitch
Live pitch final: six shortlisted early-stage startups pitch to judges for a prize bundle.
TBC
SiGMA Italia Awards
Ceremony for the Italian-market SiGMA Italia Awards.
Exhibitors at SiGMA World 2026: Rome
17 listed on Gamitas
Also exhibiting: &Flint, 0xProcessing, 1spin4win.com, 1win, 1xbet, 1xslots, 22Bet, 23 Telecom, 2rbo Affiliates (Turbo), 3SNET, 4RABet, 5 Star iGaming Media, 5Pay Solutions, ABit Pay, ADHOQ-HUP, ADVidi, AFF1, Abracadabra, Ace Alliance, Ace Revenue, Acquire.Fi, AcuityTech, AdRow, AdSurf, Addressable, AddsKeeper, Adhunt, Adplexity, Ads2Paper (clickflare), AdsPower, Adsterra, Adtarget.me, Adtucon, Advanced Digital Adtech, Advertise pro, Adzumo, AffiliRocket, Affiliate Dragon, Affiliate Edge, AffiliateMarketing and 59 more
SiGMA World 2026: Rome awards
56 entriesAzienda dell'Anno – Workplace Excellence 2026
Best AI & Innovation Solution 2026
Best Affiliate 2026
Best Affiliate Programme 2026
Best Aggregator 2026
Best Casino 2026
Best Casino Platform 2026
Best Casino Provider 2026
Best Customer Loyalty Program 2026
Best Customer Retention Partner 2026
Best Emerging Platform Provider 2026
Best Game Studio 2026
Best Influencer 2026
Best Innovative Sportsbook Feature 2026
Best Live Casino Game Provider 2026
Best Marketing Campaign 2026
Best New Game Release 2026
Best On Mobile 2026
Best Payment Solution 2026
Best Player Engagement 2026
Best Slot Game Provider 2026
Best Sportsbook 2026
Best Sportsbook Platform 2026
Best Streamer 2026
Best Workplace 2026
Best iGaming Media 2026
Brand Gaming Più Innovativo 2026
Fastest Growing Aggregator 2026
Fastest Growing Sportsbook Provider 2026
Game Changer Marketing Excellence 2026
SiGMA World 2026: Rome news
3Conor McGregor to attend SiGMA World Rome with 1xBet
SiGMA announced that Conor McGregor, as a 1xBet global brand ambassador, will visit SiGMA World at Fiera Roma on 3 November 2026. He is due at the 1xBet stand (H3-3057) in the afternoon of the show's second day.
SiGMA World 2026, Rome at the heart of regulated gaming, 65 regulators and more than 30,000 delegates
The organiser previewed SiGMA World 2026 under the theme 'Advancing Regulated Gaming', citing 65 regulators, 30,000+ delegates, 1,200+ exhibitors and sponsors and 550+ speakers across five stages. Most attendees are expected to travel from abroad.
SiGMA World returns to Rome: official presentation at Campidoglio
SiGMA announced an official presentation of the Rome summit at the Campidoglio's Sala del Carroccio on 19 September with city officials and SAPAR. The piece restates the 2-5 November dates at Fiera Roma and the Forbes Italia & SiGMA Talks – Vision 2030 programme.
SiGMA World 2026: Rome FAQs
6When and where is SiGMA World 2026?
SiGMA World 2026 runs from 2 to 5 November 2026 at Fiera Roma, Via Portuense 1645, Rome (East Side entrance).
Can operators and affiliates attend for free?
Yes. Licensed gambling operators (online or land-based) and verified affiliates can apply for a free Standard Pass; operator applications are reviewed within 24 hours and non-operator applications are rejected.
How much do delegate tickets cost?
Standard, Premium and Platinum passes were on sale at EUR 388, 741 and 1,032 respectively (door prices EUR 525, 999 and 1,375), with a price increase scheduled after 27 September 2026.
What is the nearest airport and how do I reach Fiera Roma?
Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is about 10 minutes away by taxi; the FL1 regional train runs to the Fiera di Roma stop from Fiumicino, Tiburtina, Ostiense and Tuscolana.
Do I need a visa, and can I get an invitation letter?
Non-EU nationals need a valid passport, a Schengen visa if subject to the Italian visa regime and travel health insurance of at least EUR 30,000; invitation letters can be requested through the form on the plan-your-trip page.
Where can I book a hotel?
SiGMA provides an official hotel booking portal for the Rome summit via its accommodation partner.