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Hon. Myriam Spiteri Debono

President of Malta

Notary Myriam Spiteri Debono is the eleventh President of the Republic of Malta, approved unanimously by the House of Representatives by virtue of a Parliamentary Resolution passed on the 27th of March 2024. Myriam Spiteri Debono was Chairperson of the Cooperatives Board, and she served as a member of the Gender Equality Commission when this commission was first set up. During her membership of this commission, she was especially active on the sub-committee dealing with complaints regarding discrimination and/or harassment. Myriam Spiteri Debono was also Chairperson of the Press Ethics Commission, for the first three years of its existence. She was instrumental in drafting its first body of rules of procedure and bylaws. She started participating in the political sphere when, as a student, she was a founder member of the Socialist Students Union. As a member of the Malta Labour Party; for 16 consecutive years, she was elected by the General Conference of the party as a member of the party’s executive committee. She also served as Secretary General and President of the Labour Women’s League for many years. As President of the Labour Women’s League and as Speaker, she participated in numerous conferences abroad and, various times, she was nominated by the participants to preside over the conference. From 2009 to 2024, she was a member of the selection board entrusted with recommendations for the award of Republic Day Honours.

Hon. Robert Abela

Prime Minister of Malta

Dr. Abela worked in the family law firm and has acted as the legal consultant of various organisations including public entities and trade unions. He was elected as Member of Parliament in June 2017 and was appointed as legal adviser to the Cabinet of Ministers. On 13 January 2020, he took office as the 14th Prime Minister of Malta after being elected as Party Leader by the members of Partit Laburista. Whilst steering the country through a global pandemic, Dr. Abela presented his vision for Malta’s future built on five pillars: quality of life, infrastructure, education, environment, and good governance. Despite the challenges and difficulties presented by the pandemic, the government led by Robert Abela continued to reap successful economic results which led to the country’s lowest unemployment rate in history, whilst in parallel, implementing unprecedented reforms in good governance and rule of law. Dr. Abela even relinquished the Prime Minister’s powers such as when appointing officials to key posts such as the Chief Justice, the Attorney General and Police Commissioner, to further strengthen democracy and the institutions that deliver it: a first for a Maltese Prime Minister. Dr Abela took office once again on 28 March 2022 after confirming victory in the General Elections of 26 March 2022 which saw Partit Laburista winning with the greatest majority in Maltese history.

Hon. Silvio Schembri

Minister for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects of Malta

Silvio Schembri is a an elected Maltese politician and academic currently serving as Minister for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects. Hon Schembri was born in Luqa, the second child among four siblings. His father John Schembri has been occupying the office of Mayor of Luqa since 2001. Silvio is an experienced Lecturer In Economics with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in Political Communication, Negotiation, Sustainable Development, Political Science, and Analytical Skills. Strong education professional with a Master of Arts and a Bachelors Degree of Honours focused in Economics from L-Università ta' Malta.

Charles Mizzi

CEO

Malta Gaming Authority

Charles Mizzi es el director general de la Autoridad del Juego de Malta. Se incorporó a la MGA tras cinco a?os al frente de la Residency Malta Agency. Durante ese tiempo, dirigió la organización hacia su objetivo de garantizar que Malta sea una de las jurisdicciones de residencias por inversión más reputadas y deseables. Tiene amplia experiencia en gestión de operaciones y formación en marketing, comunicaciones y gestión de eventos a escala nacional. Posee un MBA (Máster en Administración de Empresas) por la Henley Business School y es un profesional dinámico y orientado a los resultados.

Kenneth Brincat

CEO

Autoridad de Innovación Digital de Malta

Mark Blandford

Socio

Burlywood Capital

Mark es socio fundador de Burlywood Capital LLP, un nuevo inversor y asesor digital Pay2Play. Burlywood invierte en empresas del sector del entretenimiento digital Pay2Play, el segmento de más rápido crecimiento en la industria mundial de los medios de comunicación y el entretenimiento, que mueve 0,8 billones de dólares. Emprendedor en serie de gran dinamismo. Se pasó a la inversión, especializándose en capital de desarrollo.

Dr Sara Al Madani

Emprendedora emiratí

Sara Al Madani, también llamada "Dra.", es propietaria de un restaurante, dise?adora de moda, emprendedora tecnológica y empresaria. Tuvo la idea de montar su propio negocio cuando tenía 15 a?os. La eligieron por su éxito como joven empresaria y emprendedora. A Sara le pidieron que animara a las mujeres de los EAU a ser más activas y seguras de sí mismas para tener éxito en los negocios. Sara es una conocida conferenciante en muchas universidades, colegios e institutos. Es conocida por su creatividad y trabajo duro. Sara Al Madani empezó a hablar en público y dio discursos de apertura en más de 182 eventos de 2016 a 2018. Recientemente participó en la primera temporada del reality show "Real Housewives of Dubai". El 1 de junio de 2022 comenzó su programa.

Camille Pepos

Directora adjunta y supervisora FinTech

Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)

Camille Pepos es directora adjunta de la función de Supervisión Fintech de la MFSA, que se encarga de la autorización y supervisión de los sectores de las AFP y las instituciones financieras, así como de la aplicación de iniciativas FinTech. Economista de formación académica, Camille también posee dos títulos de Máster en Finanzas y Gestión de Patrimonios de la Universidad de Niza Sophia Antipolis y la IAE Graduate School of Management. Antes de incorporarse a la MFSA, Camille desempe?ó diversas funciones en banca privada, captación de fondos, asesoramiento fintech y servicios corporativos.

Plínio Lemos Jorge

Lawyer & President

Brazilian National Association of Games and Lotteries

Joe Pisano

Fundador y CEO

Jade Group of Companies

Joe es el fundador y director general de Jade Entertainment and Gaming Technologies, que se fundó en Filipinas en 2009 y ahora es un proveedor panasiático de tecnología del juego y proveedor de servicios. Joe fue director de proyectos internacionales de Automatic Totalizators Ltd, director de desarrollo empresarial para Asia-Pacífico de IGT, y director ejecutivo y vicepresidente senior de Entertainment Gaming Asia (antes conocida como Elixir Gaming Technology). Jade Group tiene oficinas de servicio y apoyo en Filipinas, Vietnam, Malasia, Macao y Sri Lanka. El Grupo Jade se dedica a distribuir productos terrestres, apuestas deportivas y operaciones en línea. Jade sirve de puente entre el juego terrestre y el juego en línea. La experiencia de Joe en el sector del juego incluye sistemas, máquinas tragaperras, loterías, apuestas deportivas, juegos de fantasía y totalizadores. Joe obtuvo su Máster en Negocios y Tecnología en la Universidad de Nueva Gales del Sur, Australia. Cuenta con más de 40 a?os de experiencia en tecnologías globales del juego.

Alexandre Tomic

Fundador

Alea

Alexandre Tomic es el fundador de Alea.com, la empresa ganadora de múltiples premios que está detrás de varias operaciones de igaming B2C y B2B de gran éxito. Es muy conocido en la industria del juego en línea, con veinte a?os de experiencia en diversos aspectos que van desde red de afiliados, operador de casinos y agregador de juegos. Es un entusiasta del biohacking y se ha comprometido a promover la gobernanza de las API aportando las mejores prácticas de integración a la industria del juego.

Dr Jane Thomason

Presidenta emérita

World Metaverse Council

Mariusz G?siewski

Jefe de juego móvil CEE y apps

Google

Mariusz colabora con los principales socios de Europa Central y Oriental para fomentar el crecimiento y el desarrollo del ecosistema de juegos y aplicaciones para móviles. Con más de 12 a?os de experiencia, Mariusz ha aprovechado los datos internos y externos de Google para obtener información detallada sobre el comportamiento de los usuarios móviles y las tendencias del sector. Desde 2015, se ha especializado en juegos y aplicaciones para móviles, ampliando su experiencia para incluir los sectores de Web3, casino y apuestas deportivas desde 2021.

Ivan Spiteri

Director of Technology Advisory & Assurance Services

BDO Malta

Ivan is the Director of Technology Advisory and Assurance Services at BDO Malta. Ivan has more than 27 years of experience in technology ranging from cybersecurity, privacy and GDPR advisory and assessments, third-party assurance, regulatory & compliance, DORA compliance, internal and external IT audit, IT governance, ICT risk assessments, ISO27001,, project management, , data analytics, information risk management and strategy, business continuity management & disaster recovery, system selection and implementation and IT management of efficiency improvement. He has led multiple IT projects with a successful background in their delivery within set timeframes, budgets and to a high-quality standard. Prior to joining BDO Ivan worked for 11 years at a Big4 within the Technology Risk Advisory service line with experience in delivering and leading IT regulatory, IT governance, IT security advisory service and privacy along with helping clients with solutions in data warehousing, systems integration and implementation. Prior to joining a big4 firm, he worked with a Malta listed entity where he headed the IT quality assurance department after working his way up through various IT roles.

Wesley Ellul

Special Envoy for Startup Funding and Innovation

Government of Malta

Wesley Ellul is a diplomat, entrepreneur, and technology consultant, specializing in digital marketing, gamification, and creator economies within the emerging tech space. Appointed as the Special Envoy for Startup Funding and Innovation by the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs and Trade, Wesley is responsible for attracting funding and startups to the Maltese Islands. His influence in this role reflects his deep commitment to fostering innovation and economic growth. A trusted advisor to Web2 companies transitioning into the digital future, Wesley has been publicly lauded by Nyhl Henson, founder of MTV, Nickelodeon, and Country Music Television, as the "Ted Turner of the Web3 industry." Since 2018, Wesley has been a featured speaker at over 40 global events, spanning Dubai, London, Barcelona, New York, Palma de Mallorca, Serbia, Seville, Toronto, Austin, and beyond. His extensive network of professional relationships includes hundreds of emerging tech projects, venture capital funds, DAOs, and service providers, positioning him as a key connector within the industry. Wesley's client portfolio features prominent names such as SiGMA, AIBC, SBC, Rare Evo, Fideum Group, Aminity, MFC Global Films, TMRW Conference, Animaccord, Luna PR, KM Airlines, Avis, Iron Capital, Jade City, Dega Blockchain, and the University of Oxford, among many others. Twice nominated for Blockchain Advisor of the Year at the prestigious AIBC Awards in both Dubai and Malta, Wesley’s expertise and contributions continue to shape the future of emerging technologies.

Uri Poliavich

Fundador y CEO

Soft2Bet

Raquel Freestyle

Digital Influencer

ALOB Sports

Luke Todd

CEO, mentor ejecutivo & entrenador

MadeYou

Jon Vlogs

Empresario/Streamer/Influencer

Você no hype

Jon Vlogs comenzó su andadura en 2015, compartiendo su día a día como estudiante en el extranjero. Su carisma le impulsó, dando lugar a un canal de vlogs de éxito. Hoy en día, destaca en Twitch con contenido IRL, y a menudo llega a la cima mundial. Profesional e innovador, Jon ha colaborado con marcas de renombre como BOSS, Prime Video y Magalu. Su conexión con la audiencia fortalece una comunidad leal.

Seif El Hakim

The Alpha – Fundador y CEO

Seif El Hakim (The Alpha Movement)

Mark Balestra

Abogado centrado en EE. UU.

Segev

Graziella Grech

COO

FinanceMalta

Sandzhar Ismailov

Gaming Sector Lead

Google Ads

Sandzhar Ismailov is a seasoned leader in the digital advertising industry, with over 14 years of experience at Google leading the largest global Gaming partners. As a trusted advisor to top Gaming companies, Sandzhar has a proven track record of driving business transformation through innovative marketing strategies.

Steven Armstrong

Fundador

FRL Compliance Solutions

Giusy Campo

Gerente de desarrollo empresarial

GLI Gaminglabs

Ulrik Bengtsson

Presidente

Hostelworld

Ulrik Bengtsson ha pasado los últimos 20 a?os en empresas de plataformas de consumo, en sectores como la radiodifusión, las apuestas y el juego y las telecomunicaciones. En particular, Ulrik fue director general de William Hill, lo que dio lugar a la adquisición por parte de Caesars por valor de 2,9 mil millones de libras y la posterior venta a 888 en 2022. Anteriormente, fue director general del operador global de apuestas y juegos Betsson. Ulrik también pasó siete a?os en la empresa de radiodifusión Modern Times Group (MTG), primero como director general de la empresa de radiodifusión sueca Viasat y después como director general de la empresa de televisión de pago en mercados emergentes. Más recientemente, Ulrik fue director de operaciones y director de operaciones del gigante británico de telecomunicaciones ViginmediaO2. En la actualidad, Ulrik preside Hostelworld, un mercado de viajes con dos caras, así como la empresa afiliada Raketech y el operador de tragaperras Gamenation. También trabaja como asesor e inversor en empresas en fase inicial relacionadas con las apuestas y el juego.

Bill Gantz

Socio

Duane Morris

William M. Gantz es un abogado litigante versátil con experiencia a nivel nacional. Ha representado a clientes de los sectores del juego, la tecnología y la fabricación en litigios comerciales y de propiedad intelectual, incluyendo infracción de patentes, secretos comerciales, demandas colectivas de consumidores y apelaciones. Bill es jefe de equipo del Grupo de la Industria del Juego del bufete. Bill es un conocido conferenciante y una autoridad en derecho del juego en Estados Unidos. Desde 2002, ha representado a clientes de juegos de Internet y móviles en litigios por infracción de patentes y revisión inter partes de patentes estadounidenses. Bill tiene una amplia experiencia a la hora de defender clientes de la industria del juego que se enfrentan a demandas colectivas de consumidores y de arbitraje que reclaman el derecho a recuperar ingresos en virtud de las leyes de recuperación de pérdidas de juego y de fraude al consumidor. Bill también asesora regularmente a clientes del sector del juego en relación con la legislación estatal y federal sobre el juego, emite dictámenes jurídicos de apoyo a las operaciones y ofrece asesoramiento en materia de licencias y cumplimiento de la normativa. Bill se centra en el apoyo a empresas de entretenimiento digital y empresas de nueva creación que ofrecen igaming, pay-to-play o juegos "freemium", deportes de fantasía, esports, apuestas deportivas, juegos de habilidad, sorteos, promociones de productos al por menor y billetes de lotería. Entre sus clientes del sector del juego, se incluyen aquellos que utilizan criptomonedas, tecnología blockchain, ICO y tokens. Su trabajo pro bono implica regularmente ayudar a organizaciones benéficas con eventos o recaudación de fondos con juegos, concursos o rifas.

Emma Blaylock

CEO

Pretty Technical

Emma es una estratega empresarial y comercial de la tecnología experimentada, que ha ejercido la consultoría de gestión formal en Deloitte y las inversiones estratégicas, adquisiciones y desarrollo empresarial entre grupos en el grupo de Desarrollo Corporativo y Fusiones y Adquisiciones de Sony. En Amazon, llevó a cabo iniciativas estratégicas para lanzar y hacer crecer Kindle en el Reino Unido y otros mercados europeos. Emma tiene un MBA por la Kellogg School of Management de Chicago.

Keith Marshall

Director benéfico

SiGMA Foundation

Keith es conocido en toda la isla como una fuerza de la naturaleza enérgica, amante de la diversión y de la recaudación de fondos. Farmacéutico de profesión, lleva la ayuda a los demás en la sangre, lo que se refleja en sus numerosas y exitosas iniciativas benéficas, como su proyecto personal "Desafío del Kilimanjaro", con el que recaudó la friolera de un millón de euros para diversas causas en Etiopía y Kenia. Normalmente, se le puede encontrar a mitad de camino en una excursión por la costa, o entregando un cheque gigante a una organización benéfica o, cuando puede, ensuciándose las manos en un peque?o pueblo construyendo algo útil para la comunidad. En sus propias palabras: "Es su derecho y nuestro deber."

Rachel Decelis

Directora asociada & coordinadora ESG, servicios de asesoría

KPMG Malta

Hayley Joseph

Directora de operaciones áfrica

WA.Technology

Joseph F. Borg

Socio y director de tecnología innovadora

Joseph F Borg es abogado y socio de WH Partners, donde dirige las secciones Blockchain Advisory y Gaming and Gambling Advisory del bufete. Joseph está clasificado en la prestigiosa guía Chambers FinTech 2022 en el área de práctica FinTech Legal en Malta. También está clasificado como ?Leading Individual? en el área de práctica FinTech en Malta por la guía Legal 500 EMEA 2022, donde WH Partners aparece como un bufete de abogados de nivel 1 en Malta. Joseph también ejerce en las áreas de Esports, Derecho Corporativo, TI, Telecomunicaciones y Propiedad Intelectual. También es profesor de Derecho del Juego en la Universidad de Malta.

Russell Mifsud

Director, coordinador de juego & pymes internacionales

KPMG Malta

Robert Duboff

Director

Velo Partners

Natalia Mallia

Ingeniera senior en AI

Axon Park

Soy Ingeniera Senior de Aprendizaje Automático con enfoque en IA y Ciencia de Datos, particularmente en IA Generativa. Tengo un máster en Inteligencia Artificial, donde me centré en el aprendizaje automático y las redes neuronales. Sigo al día de las últimas tendencias en IA y participo en la comunidad de IA. Asisto a conferencias y experimento con nuevas técnicas en proyectos personales. Mi combinación de educación formal y pasión por el aprendizaje continuo me ayuda a aprovechar las capacidades de la IA Generativa, especialmente en el campo de la tecnología educativa.

Giovanni Falzone

CEO

The Power Plugin

Taylor Freeman

Cofundador y CEO

Axon Park

Ayelet Mamo Shay

Directora

Benefit Business Solutions

Mauricio Carrillo-Palacio

Director de estrategia

GlobiancePay

Wong Wei See

Jefa ventas APAC

Group-IB

Wei See aporta dos décadas de experiencia en informática, la mitad dedicadas a la ciberseguridad. Ha trabajado para empresas grandes como HP, Oracle, F5 y Microsoft. Actualmente, dirige las ventas de APAC en Group-IB desde Singapur, y es conocida por haber dirigido equipos de ventas de primer nivel durante la última década.

Pavel Yurovitskiy

CEO

KIT Global

Gordon Einstein

Fundador

CryptoLaw Partners

Mona Motwani

Socia inversora fundadora

Ixia Capital

Oliver De Bono

CEO

Quantum Gaming

Anton Golub

Socio capitalista

Full Stack VC

Anton Golub es socio de Full Stack VC y asesor estratégico de Pazar y SwissAssetDAO. Anton es fundador de flovtec, un creador de mercado suizo, Trust Square AG, un centro de blockchain preeminente situado en Zúrich, y Lykke Corp, una bolsa de criptomonedas.

Samir Ceric

Director de operaciones

Blocksport AG

Samir Ceric es un ejecutivo en una serie de instituciones tecnológicas y financieras; ex alto ejecutivo en finanzas, telecomunicaciones e industrias de la aviación; expresidente de un club de fútbol; inversor y empresario en serie con más de 25 a?os de experiencia en Asia, Europa Occidental y la región de los Balcanes; autor, mentor, filántropo, miembro del consejo, juez de la competencia, orador público (incluyendo London Business School TEDx), exmiembro de la Fundación George Soros, The Open Society, conferenciante invitado y activista de salud mental centrado en la tecnología blockchain y la innovación en los campos del deporte, las finanzas, la inversión y la industria creativa. Su objetivo es crear más transparencia y aperturas en estas industrias para las inversiones de alto nivel, incluido un mejor ?ajuste? entre la puesta en marcha y la inversión (privada e institucional). Participa en una serie de clubes de inversión por invitación, incluido el Mayfair Investment Club, cofundado por Ceric. Ceric posee un máster en Matemáticas por la Universidad de Bolonia (Italia) y la Universidad de Sussex (Reino Unido), es actualmente doctorando (en blockchain), habla cuatro idiomas y ha sido atleta de élite, habiendo ganado el Campeonato Nacional de Inglaterra de balonmano. Ceric está casada con un prestigioso dise?ador de moda y tiene 3 hijos. Líder de resultados probados, orientado al crecimiento y con logros globales, con éxito repetido en múltiples industrias y mercados, expandiendo la huella internacional, creando valor para los accionistas, impulsando la visión y logrando objetivos estratégicos críticos. Exitosa trayectoria en fusiones y adquisiciones y reestructuraciones. Ceric ha aparecido en directo en ITV, BBC, NBC News, N1 (CNN regional), Al Jazeera, FACE TV, FTV, BH Radio, así como en artículos de The Times, The Financial Times, The New York Times, Reuters, Time Out London, The Guardian, The Sunday Times, Vogue Italia, Vogue UK, Madame Figaro. Ha sido calificado como una de las ?Personas más poderosas del Reino Unido en el mundo del arte y la moda? por la revista Times Magazine y como ?El mejor creador de tendencias de Londres? por Time Out London. Ceric participa regularmente como ponente y moderador en conferencias sobre negocios e inversiones en Europa y Asia.

Martin Zarian

Cofundador

Factory 39

Martin Zarian es un creador de marcas completo y un conferenciante reconocido internacionalmente que se especializa en ayudar a las organizaciones a crear marcas fuertes e impactantes que impulsen el éxito empresarial y fomenten la colaboración. Con más de una década de experiencia en dise?o, branding y estrategia, Martin aporta una perspectiva única, combinando creatividad, estrategia y sentido práctico para ayudar a las marcas a alcanzar sus objetivos y evitar todas las tonterías. Recientemente, Martin y su equipo de Factory 39 han participado en dos proyectos globales de rebranding de iGaming para SiGMA y Wicked games, ambos candidatos a una serie de premios europeos. Como cofundador de Factory 39, Martin está orgulloso de la visión de su equipo de convertirse en una de las mejores consultorías de marca y software en el sur de Europa, ayudando a las empresas tecnológicas a construir sus marcas y productos digitales de la manera más eficiente posible.

Peter Wilson

CEO

PWL Legal

Prof. Joshua Ellul

Director Centro de Teclogías de Registro Distribuido (DLT)

University of Malta

Joshua Ellul es director del Centro de Tecnologías de Registro Distribuido (DLT) y profesor asociado de Informática en la Universidad de Malta. El Centro de DLT ha desarrollado y dirige un máster multidisciplinar en Blockchain y DLT, pionero en el mundo, que acoge a estudiantes con formación en informática, derecho, finanzas y economía. Sus intereses de investigación abarcan desde los avances tecnológicos en la pila blockchain/dApp hasta las cuestiones tecnorreguladoras de estas tecnologías emergentes.

Shaun Choudhary

Socio

LongOn Capital

Dinos Stranomitis

Cofundador & COO

Altenar

Dinos es socio y cofundador de Altenar desde 2014 y ha supervisado el desarrollo de la empresa hasta convertirla en un proveedor líder de software de apuestas deportivas. Dinos, que actualmente vive en Malta con su mujer y sus dos hijos, nació en Grecia en 1969 y estudió ingeniería en Atenas, además de cursar estudios de arquitecto naval e ingeniero naval en Newcastle. Tras dos a?os en la marina y cuatro a?os trabajando como ingeniero en Extremo Oriente, Dinos se trasladó a la industria de las apuestas como directivo en varias empresas de juego, principalmente en los departamentos de trading y operaciones. Ahora, con a?os de experiencia en el sector a sus espaldas, transmite sus conocimientos como ponente invitado habitual en numerosas ferias de iGaming de todo el mundo.

Jekaterina Dubnicka

Gerente de marketing y comunicaciones

Slotsjudge

Tanja Dimitrijevic

Directora jurídica

Red Acre Group

Olaf Miska

CPO y matemático

Wishbone Games

Jarek Bialek

CEO

Revenue Capital

Desde 2004, Jarek Bialek ha estado activo en el sector de las tecnologías financieras, ocupándose de varios productos B2B y, además, responsabilizándose de las áreas de gestión de productos, creación de equipos, ventas y soporte automatizado. También participa activamente en el ecosistema global de las startups: como mentor, coach, educador y como emprendedor.

Jason Fernandes

Cofundador

AdLunam Inc.

Jason Fernandes es inversor, empresario y asesor en el espacio Web3. Fernandes ha pasado a?os evaluando inversiones basadas en tokens, primero como analista e invitado habitual en el programa Crypto Now y más tarde como inversor y experto en tokenómica evaluando tokens, sus equipos y cerrando más de 200 inversiones institucionales en empresas Web3 en fase inicial para una empresa de cartera que cotiza en bolsa en Canadá y Alemania. Miembro del ?Círculo de Innovación? de Cointelegraph, Fernandes es citado con frecuencia en medios del sector como Cointelegraph. Bitcoin.com, Investing.com y otros por sus opiniones sobre la arquitectura de tokens y la inversión en Web3. Fernandes ha sido galardonado con el Premio Seaside Startup Summit 2018, el Premio Startup@Singapore, el Premio del Primer Concurso Nacional de Tecnopreneurship, el premio al ?Mejor Plan de Empresa? de Sybase en el Global Entrepreneurs Challenge de la Universidad de Stanford, California, el Premio Internacional Childnet (Reino Unido) en 1999. En 2000 apareció en ?Achiever Track? de Rediff.com. En 2015, ganó el Asian Scientist Writing Prize, por su artículo titulado Moore's Law and Evolution: How non-biological evolution made Charles Darwin irrelevant, que se centraba en cómo la evolución ha sido superada con creces por la evolución no biológica y la era del cíborg. También tiene una patente para un DVR de red. En 2019 recibió el premio Karmaveer Chakra.

David Yatom Hay

Asesor general

Soft2Bet

Mauro Magro

Fundador

Get Recruited Worldwide

Soy censor jurado de cuentas y me apasiona la selección de personal. Aporto más de siete a?os de experiencia en el sector del iGaming, donde también he creado una agencia de contratación autorizada. Mi carrera me ha proporcionado una visión global del sector, ya que he trabajado con empresas que ofrecen servicios de aseguramiento y regulación, así como con empresas de afiliación, proveedores de juegos y operadores. En la actualidad, dirijo una consultoría boutique que presta diversos servicios a empresas de iGaming, como consultoría financiera y adquisición de talentos. Centrada en los sectores de iGaming y Fintech, aprovecho las conexiones de la industria y la experiencia internacional para ayudar a las empresas a alcanzar el éxito financiero y crear equipos sólidos y eficaces.

Mariana Tostes

Jefa de operaciones

FBMDS

Mariana Tostes es una profesional muy comprometida con la industria del iGaming. Actualmente dirige las operaciones de FBMDS, una empresa de iGaming de renombre mundial conocida por su enfoque innovador en el desarrollo de juegos de casino en línea.

Tejinder Kumar

CEO

CryptoToday

Tejinder Kumar es un alto directivo con gran experiencia y mentalidad técnica con más de 17 a?os de experiencia en ventas, fintech y la industria de comercio en línea con un historial probado de construcción, escalado y gestión de equipos de alto rendimiento al por menor e institucionales para las finanzas tradicionales y cripto start-ups. Profundo conocimiento de la industria del comercio, trabajó en el sector de divisas, CFD y acciones con un gran interés en Blockchain, criptomoneda, CEX, DEX, DeFi, varias plataformas blockchain y varias metodologías de consenso (minería, PoW, PoS).

Eran Shay

Director gerente

Benefit Business Solutions

Vas Modinos

Fundador

Blockready

Zack Ritchie

Cofundador

NFT Club

Vladimir Malakchi

CEO y socio gerente

Xanada Investments

Vladímir Malakchi es un inversor estratégico y experto ampliar empresas con más de una década de experiencia. Durante los últimos cinco a?os, ha asesorado a empresas de iGaming, guiándolas hacia el éxito comercial y los primeros puestos del sector. Reconocido como Ponente del A?o e Influencer del A?o, Vladímir también figura entre las principales voces del sector en LinkedIn. Ha sido nominado en numerosas ocasiones a prestigiosos premios del sector y ha llevado a empresas a conseguir más de 300 victorias y nominaciones. Como juez de renombre y ponente en conferencias mundiales sobre el juego, Vladímir ha tenido un impacto significativo. En 2024, fundó Xanada Investments, un fondo dedicado a apoyar proyectos prometedores de iGaming. El fondo pretende revolucionar el escalado empresarial, ofreciendo no solo respaldo financiero, sino también fomentando una comunidad de empresas que se apoyen mutuamente para alcanzar el éxito.

Galyna Podoprikhina

Asociada

WH Partners

Galyna es asociada de WH Partners y forma parte de los equipos de FinTech, Propiedad Intelectual y Juego y Apuestas. Incluida en la categoría "Associates to Watch" de la guía Chambers Fintech 2024, asesora a una amplia variedad de clientes, incluidos proveedores de servicios de criptoactivos, empresas de tecnología financiera y entidades de juego y apuestas, tanto en el cumplimiento normativo como en la concesión de licencias. Galyna posee una licenciatura en Derecho (con honores) y un máster en Abogacía por la Universidad de Malta, y un máster en Derecho Marítimo y del Transporte por la Universidad Erasmus de Rotterdam. También ha realizado varios cursos especializados, entre ellos el Curso de Verano sobre Regulación Financiera de la UE de la Academia de Derecho Europeo ERA, así como un curso de Cumplimiento y Regulación de los Mercados Financieros de la Bolsa de Malta.

Shweta Dubey

Fundadora y CEO

Aadhya IT Services

Shweta Dubey, empresaria consumada y venerada ponente internacional, lleva al frente de Aadhya IT Services, prestando servicios ejemplares durante los últimos 16 a?os. Con una sólida base tecnológica y un profundo conocimiento de la dinámica del mercado, ha llevado a la empresa a cotas de éxito sin precedentes. En Aadhya IT Services, Shweta y su equipo ofrecen una amplia gama de soluciones adaptadas a las diversas necesidades de clientes de todo el mundo. Con un enfoque implacable en la innovación y la satisfacción, Shweta ha consolidado la reputación de Aadhya IT Services como socio de confianza para las empresas que buscan soluciones tecnológicas innovadoras. Además de su papel como líder empresarial de éxito, Shweta es una conferenciante muy solicitada que comparte sus conocimientos y experiencia en diversas plataformas de todo el mundo.

Mark Van Weeren

Abogado

Blenheim Lawyers

Mark van Weeren es abogado mercantilista en ámsterdam. Ayuda a empresas e inversores con las licencias, el cumplimiento de la normativa y los procedimientos en los Países Bajos. Especialmente licencias de servicios financieros y cripto. Representa a clientes en los procedimientos de licencias neerlandesas y a aquellos cuyas licencias son impugnadas por competidores, autoridades y otras partes. Desafía regularmente la aplicación del derecho público por parte de las autoridades holandesas en caso de sanción, retirada de permisos o acción coercitiva. También es autor de un libro sobre licencias comerciales en los Países Bajos.

Trevor De Giorgio

Asesor

Diligenza Group

Como asesor jurídico y normativo experimentado del Grupo Diligenza, aporto más de 15 a?os de experiencia en orientar y asesorar empresas líderes del sector del juego sobre los intrincados retos jurídicos y normativos del sector del juego en línea. Mi carrera abarca puestos clave como el de director jurídico de IZI Group plc y Greentube, dos destacados operadores de juego online en Malta y Europa, donde gestioné operaciones legales y de cumplimiento exhaustivas, incluidas las funciones de contratación, litigios, derecho laboral y AML. He desempe?ado un papel decisivo para dirigir proyectos centrados en la adquisición y el mantenimiento de licencias en múltiples mercados y jurisdicciones. Así, garantizo que estas empresas sigan cumpliendo plenamente las leyes y normativas en constante evolución. Tengo un máster en Derecho Europeo por la Universidad de La Sapienza de Roma y un doctorado en Derecho por la Universidad de Malta, lo que me ha proporcionado una sólida base en Derecho europeo e internacional. Además, como MLRO certificado, poseo amplios conocimientos y experiencia en la lucha contra el blanqueo de capitales y la financiación del terrorismo, que aprovecho para ayudar a las empresas a navegar por las complejidades de la industria del juego en línea. Además de mi carrera jurídica, he dedicado más de 15 a?os a la industria de los medios de comunicación, como presentadora voluntaria en diversos programas de radio y televisión. Mi pasión por los medios de comunicación ha culminado en el lanzamiento de mi propio programa de televisión, ?Spotlight?, en el que profundizo en temas de actualidad, ofreciendo a los espectadores debates perspicaces y análisis de expertos.

Olegs Cernisevs

CTO

Blackcatcard

Como director de tecnología de Blackcatcard, Olegs Cernisevs fomenta la innovación en el desarrollo de productos y la optimización tecnológica. Su amplia experiencia abarca los servicios bancarios y de pago, con puestos destacados en PrivatBank, First Swiss Card y el Comité de Adquisiciones de la Asociación de Bancos Comerciales de Letonia. Olegs ha desempe?ado un papel fundamental en la configuración de proyectos de tecnología para varias instituciones financieras europeas. Su impacto fue celebrado por los PayTech Awards – en 2023, Olegs recibió un premio en la nominación PayTech Leadership. Es Doctor en Ciencias y ha publicado varios artículos científicos sobre temas relacionados con la tecnología financiera. Además, Olegs está certificado en gestión contra el blanqueo de capitales y ciberseguridad, lo que subraya su amplia experiencia en el sector de la tecnología financiera.

Marcin Kumi?ga

Director de desarrollo empresarial

Voluum

Jean-Michel Azzopardi

Asesor en fintech e IA

Jean Michel Azzopardi es un experimentado profesional de la tecnología y los negocios con más de 10 a?os de experiencia en blockchain y startups. Actualmente, es un consultor fintech autónomo que ofrece una amplia gama de servicios en áreas como la pertenencia al consejo, el cumplimiento técnico, las ventas, la estrategia y la arquitectura blockchain. Jean Michel tiene un historial probado en conseguir financiación, siendo pionero en la tecnología innovadora blockchain, y crear equipos remotos de alto rendimiento. Fue fundador y consejero delegado de Kralanx Cyber Security Malta, un proveedor de servicios de ciberseguridad para el espacio blockchain, durante seis a?os. También dirigió el canal APAC en Acunetix, donde logró un crecimiento sustancial de los ingresos. Como orador público y creador de contenidos, muestra su pasión por el ecosistema Web3 en evolución y su visión de un futuro más descentralizado y transparente.

Dr Franklin Cachia

Director y asesor jefe

CSB Group

Lior Aizik

COO

XBO.com

Lior Aizik, director de operaciones de XBO.com, es un líder experimentado en los sectores de las criptomonedas y las tecnologías financieras, con más de una década de experiencia en el impulso de la innovación y el crecimiento de los servicios financieros. Como cofundador de XBO.com, Lior ha estado a la vanguardia del desarrollo de plataformas de intercambio de criptomonedas fáciles de usar que tienen como objetivo hacer que las criptomonedas sean accesibles para todos. Su amplia experiencia incluye la dirección de desarrollo de productos y operaciones para varias empresas, donde ha dirigido con éxito equipos en la creación de soluciones financieras de vanguardia, incluyendo pasarelas de pago y sistemas de comercio. Antes de incorporarse a XBO.com, Lior ocupó puestos clave en empresas líderes del sector del algotrading y el juego, donde perfeccionó su experiencia en soluciones de pago, UX, gestión de productos y operaciones comerciales. Su carrera está marcada por un profundo compromiso con el aprovechamiento de la tecnología para simplificar los procesos financieros, garantizando experiencias seguras y fluidas para los usuarios. La misión de Lior es tender un puente entre las finanzas tradicionales y el mundo emergente de las divisas digitales. Su visión es crear un ecosistema financiero en el que las criptomonedas no solo sean una alternativa viable, sino la opción preferida para las transacciones globales. En SiGMA Europa, Lior compartirá sus ideas sobre las oportunidades y retos actuales en el panorama de las criptomonedas, basándose en su experiencia y su enfoque práctico.

Prof André Xuereb

Fundador y CEO

Merqury Cybersecurity Limited

André Xuereb es catedrático de física cuántica en la Universidad de Malta, donde creó el grupo de investigación cuántica. Se licenció en Matemáticas y Física en la Universidad de Malta, se doctoró en Física Teórica en la Universidad de Southampton (Reino Unido) y cursó un máster en Iniciativa Empresarial en la Universidad de Malta; actualmente cursa un máster en Diplomacia. Desde 2021, André es embajador de Malta para Asuntos Digitales. Fuera de la vida diplomática y académica, es director Científico de una start-up de inteligencia artificial y fundador y CEO de una start-up de ciberseguridad cuántica. Está casado con una abogada y es el orgulloso padre de tres maravillosos hijos.

Mark Grech

Asesor de producto y tecnología emergente

Mark Grech es un experimentado experto en productos y asesor de tecnología emergente con más de 10 a?os de experiencia en el sector del iGaming. Ha trabajado con empresas líderes en Producto, Marketing y Tecnología. Fundó Prodmark 365 con el objetivo de desarrollar la próxima generación de productos inmersivos mediante el uso de tecnología emergente para perturbar diversos sectores. Durante los últimos 8 a?os, Mark ha estado involucrado en los espacios Crypto, Blockchain y Web3, impulsando la innovación y desarrollando soluciones innovadoras. Como líder versátil, Mark está impulsando Pyaza, una idea de producto creativo que imaginó y construyó para alcanzar su pleno potencial, a través de las redes sociales, la creación de comunidades y la tokenización.

Richard Mifsud

CEO

Xprizo

Richard Mifsud is a serial entrepreneur which has built several successful technology companies with major focus on igaming and fintech. During his more than 20 years career he has held several executive positions from product management, COO, CEO and eventually founding several successful companies. In 2019 one of Richard’s startups has also won the prestigious award for Lottery software provider of the year by 5 star magazine. Richard has experience working with several igaming regulators worldwide including the UKGC (UK regulator), MGA (Malta regulator), BCLB (Kenya), Nigerian Lottery board and Curacao where he also held a personal management license from UK gambling commission. He has also been in the forefront of the integrating blockchain, AI and Fintech into everyday societies with high aspirations about emerging markets in general and testifying this is his work over the years in Africa, Asia and Latin America.

Adam Woodley

Fundador

A1 Talent

Marvin Cuschieri

Group Chief People & Talent Officer

Logifuture

Marvin is a dynamic and forward-thinking leader with a diverse background spanning consultancy, operations, payments, ride-hailing, and gaming. With over 14 years in senior management roles, he joined Logifuture in 2022, a leader in B2B solutions for iGaming operators, covering tech, product, operations, data, and marketing. As Group Chief People & Talent Officer and Director of Logifuture Malta, Marvin leads the People & Talent functions, managing human resources across eight offices in six countries, while playing a key role as a member of the C-level management team.

David K Lappin

Poker Player & Brand Ambassador

Unibet Poker

Poker Player/Brand Ambassador for Unibet Poker/Host & Producer of The Chip Race Poker Podcast/Freelance Poker Writer & Commentator David has been a professional poker player since 2006 and a brand ambassador for Unibet Poker since 2017. He has been making the 2-time GPI Global Poker Award winning ‘The Chip Race’ podcast since 2015. He has commentated on poker tournaments all over Europe including The Irish Poker Open, Unibet Open, Merit Poker Series, Malta Poker Festival and Battle of Malta. Over the years, he has written over 700 poker strategy and op-ed articles. David’s educational background is varied. He has an BA in History, Art History and Philosophy, an MA in Philosophy, an MA in Screenwriting and an MLitt in Philosophy. Prior to poker, he worked as a TV and Film Screenwriter.

Anneli Nilsson

Founder

JobMatchingPartner

Anneli Nilsson is the founder of JobMatchingPartner, a “boutique” recruitment agency licenced based in Malta. JobMatchingPartner recruits globally, offering their services predominantly to clients within the igaming, fintech, managed services, and crypto-industries. With a backgound in sales and customer-centric roles, recruitment quickly became Anneli’s favourite job, when she ”fell into” recruitment back in 2004 in London. Following a successful start in recruitment, she moved to Costa Rica, where she managed a start-up providing managed services to igaming companies in Europe and Latam, before accepting a role moving her to Malta in 2008. After nearly 2 years with what is now the Kindred Group, Anneli joined another startup with multiple brands and stayed as Affiliate Director and COO for 6 years, all the while recruiting “on the side” for a handful of clients. Anneli abdicated from affiliate management to follow her heart and founded JobMatchingPartner in 2019. ”Quality over quantity” and a genuine desire to get ”the right JobMatch” is what drives Anneli. She loves to work within igaming, where the only thing constant is change and you never have a chance to doze off.

Clinton Cutajar

CTO

Media Troopers

Clinton is a seasoned technology expert with extensive experience in information technology, affiliate marketing, and leadership. For the past six years, Clinton has served as a C-level executive at two affiliate marketing firms, where, as Chief Technology Officer, he was instrumental in defining the company's technological direction and strategy. With over 25 years in the tech industry and more than a decade in affiliate marketing, Clinton has a proven track record of leading successful technology projects and fostering innovation within the organisations he has been part of. He holds a Master's degree in Information Security from the University of London, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and AI from the University of Malta, a Diploma in Leadership and Management (ILM), and is a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA ISACA). Additionally, he has pursued further certifications to keep abreast of emerging technologies. Currently, Clinton is reading a Master’s degree in Knowledge-based Entrepreneurship at the University of Malta. Clinton is renowned for his strategic thinking, execution skills, analytical capabilities, and proficiency in converting complex technical ideas into practical business strategies. Apart from his technical expertise, he is also a respected leader and mentor in the tech and iGaming sectors. He regularly engages in industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities, where he shares his knowledge and insights with peers and upcoming professionals.

Mex Emini

CTO

SiGMA Group

Julian Goffin

Cofundador y CEO

Alunafi

Dr Gege Gatt

CEO

EBO

Dr. Gege Gatt is the CEO of London-based company EBO an AI enterprise which automates citizen engagement. He is a digital entrepreneur, a TEDx speaker and has won the UK’s Enterprise Awards in 2024. He is a WHO reviewer on healthcare information strategy. Gege serves as an Executive Board Member of the Malta IT Law Association and is a specialist examiner at the University of Malta. He’s a Board Member of Humanity 2.0 developed by the Vatican in Rome with a consortium of thought-leaders to identify and remove impediments to human flourishing. His doctoral degree is in IT Law.

Katerina Shepetenko

Socia gerente

Legal Pilot

Marianna Tavella

Chief Legal Officer

SiGMA Group

A first-class Cambridge?graduate, Marianna passed the bar in both UK and Cyprus, has extensive experience in corporate and commercial transactions working on venture capital investments, joint ventures, acquisitions and start-ups and is supporting Ikigai Ventures as legal counsel.

Miruna Pandele

Head of Affiliates

Satoshi Gaming Group

Miruna Pandele is a seasoned professional with over 5 years of hands-on experience in affiliate and influencer marketing. Currently serving as the Head of Affiliates at TrustDice, Miruna is dedicated to leading strategic initiatives and cultivating innovative approaches within the industry. Miruna's expertise lies in the careful orchestration of affiliate programs, leveraging influencer partnerships, and navigating the ever-changing landscape of digital marketing. Her tenure at TrustDice, where she first joined the world of iGaming in 2020, has been marked by a commitment to excellence, driving the brand to new heights through strategic collaborations and forward-thinking initiatives.

Andreas Constantinou

Founder & CEO

Pokerload

Andreas is a passionate entrepreneur with a background in Poker, Technology and Consulting. His academia blends engineering, robotics and business administration. Andreas worked for big organisations such as Ernst and Young (EY), KPMG, TATA Consulting Services and Getronics. As the founder and CEO of Pokerload, he has revolutionized the land-based poker experience and received a global recognition by well-known gambling and igaming exhibitions (SiGMA, ICE, EDGE and WGES) as the most innovative company in the offline world of poker. In September 2023, Pokerload won the pitch competition at SiGMA’s Balkan event.

Giovanni Cunti

CEO

Gate.MT

Mr. Cunti has more than 25 years experience holding executive roles for top tier technology and financial service companies across the globe. He has been always at the forefront of innovations and cutting-edge technologies, helping companies in building their structures and delivering growth in operations and revenues. Mr. Cunti currently holds the position of CEO for Gate.MT, an EU regulated crypto exchange, part of Gate Group. His main tasks are to drive the strategy of the company and to establish its presence, growth and revenues in the European market. In previous executive positions, he pioneered fintech services and products, including blockchain projects. He is very knowledgeable in crypto and blockchain, and on the changing landscapes and opportunity of this industry. Mr. Cunti received his doctorate degree in Physics from the University of Rome. He holds an MBA from London Business School.

Alexander Kahn

CMO

Timgu

Alex, Chief Marketing Officer @ COM/CP/Timgu with 20+ Years of Digital Marketing Experience. With over two decades of experience in digital marketing and senior leadership, Alex has made a significant impact in the iGaming landscape, specializing in the Casino, Sportsbook, and Poker sectors. His career is marked by a commitment to fostering engaging player opportunities through innovative technology solutions. An alumnus of industry giants like Google and GGPoker, Alex has transitioned into a full-time global traveler whilst managing marketing campaigns within the iGaming industry. His proven track record showcases an ability to drive growth in challenging environments, leveraging creative audience segmentation and cutting-edge technology to deliver timely and relevant messages to customers.

Tony Ventura

Ponente en innovación y tecnología

Stefan Sluijter

Codirector internacional

EM Group

Las responsabilidades de Stefan como codirector internacional del Grupo EM incluyen desarrollar nuevos mercados y servicios, establecer nuevas asociaciones en todo el mundo y dirigir operaciones globales eficientes y sin problemas.

Manit Parikh

CEO

The Binary Holdings – Thailand

Manit Parikh, the CEO of The Binary Holdings Limited, has more than 17 years of experience. Binary Holdings Limited is a Web3 infrastructure platform serving the telecommunications and banking industries. It provides a decentralized solution that enhances financial inclusion, reduces transaction costs, builds trust, and opens up access to global markets. Manit has a diverse background working with C-Level executives of mid and large global corporations across sectors on transformational programs with organization-wide impact. He has led 2 companies to reach $300 million in revenue, particularly in Sports and Entertainment, Technology, and Financial services. Additionally, Manit has co-founded 2 successful exits.

Jaguar-Adva Gal

CEO

Jaguar Reg&Comp

Nirav Patel

CEO

Andaria

Nirav is a highly accomplished Payments and Banking Executive with over 10 years of experience driving growth and innovation across financial sectors. As CEO of Andaria, he leads the company in delivering embedded finance solutions tailored to the sports industry, utilizing payments as a powerful tool for unlocking data insights. His expertise lies in aligning complex regulatory frameworks across Europe and the UK with business objectives, enabling organizations to capitalize on new market opportunities. Recognized for his visionary approach within financial institutions and FinTech, Nirav excels in guiding organizations through digital transformation and advancing governance frameworks. With a keen eye for identifying commercial opportunities, he has consistently helped businesses evolve and thrive in a rapidly changing financial landscape, shaping initiatives that ensure both compliance and long-term success. His strategic leadership continues to impact the FinTech sector, driving innovation and growth.

Stoyan Angelov

Founder & CEO

Evedo

Stoyan Angelov, recognized in Forbes' "30 Under 30," is a prominent serial entrepreneur and the esteemed Founder and CEO of Evedo's Ecosystem (www.evedo.co). With a focus on integrating advanced technologies such as blockchain, NFTs, SoulBond, and the Metaverse, he has significantly transformed the event and entertainment sectors. As an influential angel investor, Stoyan has contributed to the growth of over 20 startup companies. His leadership at Evedo exemplifies his dedication to driving innovation and scaling value in the global technology arena.

Sidon Farris

Founder & CEO

c4n2

Started in 2018 by Sidon Farris (CEO, Founder), c4n2 has spent the last five years developing a formidable reputation for helping brands, businesses, and individuals reach their full potential within the iGaming & gambling sector.

Yoel Zuckerberg

CPO

Soft2Bet

Yoel Zuckerberg is Chief Product Officer at Soft2Bet and brings to the role more than 15 years of experience in the gambling industry. His career spans across European and US markets in both B2C and B2B sectors and his expertise includes CRM, operations, SEO, customer acquisition, payments and strong knowledge of key industry verticals such as sports betting, casino, poker and others. As a product management professional, he drives product development and strategy at Soft2Bet.

Alexey Rozhkov

CEO

MoneyGate

Me llamo Alexey Rozhkov y soy director general del sistema de pagos MoneyGate. Soy licenciado en ingeniería, economía y derecho por la Universidad Estatal de Ingeniería Civil de Moscú (MGSU-MISI), la Escuela Superior de Economía y el Instituto Estatal de Relaciones Internacionales de Moscú (MGIMO), dependiente del ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores de Rusia. Poseo una amplia experiencia en diversos campos: empresa, función pública y autoridades ejecutivas. He dirigido proyectos como la política de juventud en Moscú, gestionado una empresa agroindustrial (que incluía una panadería, un molino y el cultivo de trigo y otros cereales) y supervisado una red de productos de gran consumo. Además, formé parte del equipo directivo de la mayor empresa de servicios de ascensores de Europa del Este y soy miembro de la IPSC como tirador y oficial de campo de tiro. En la actualidad, trabajo como consultor para GoBit, una bolsa de criptomonedas en Turquía, y como consejero delegado de MoneyGate (Canadá MSB), un sistema de pagos. También soy propietario de una empresa de TI que desarrolla aplicaciones y soluciones de pago para las industrias iGaming/crypto. Además, soy el fundador de CPI, una asociación de empresas fintech que incluye divisiones como CPI Events (conferencias en países de la CEI y Turquía) y CPI Traders (una comunidad de comerciantes P2P, puntos de intercambio y agentes). También soy socio del proyecto Satoshkin, un recurso mediático dedicado al comercio P2P y al iGaming.

Francisco Javier Fernandez de la Fuente

Co-Founder & Head of Trading

Thebit Research

Francisco has been a pro trader in different fields for the last 16 years. He currently specializes in DeFi and swing cryptocurrencies trading. Head of trading and co-founder of Thebit Research for over two years. Ranked as top 3000 on-chain reputations in the world in Ethereum main net in 2022.

Ohad Straschnov

Senior Compliance Director

Soft2Bet

Ohad Straschnov is the Senior Compliance Director at Soft2Bet, where he leads the group's compliance and regulatory projects that have seen Sof2Bet obtain licenses in countries like Italy, Greece or Romania in the past 12 months. Ohad joined Soft2Bet in 2023, bringing with him experience in both B2C and B2B gained at DraftKings, SBTech, and 888. Ohad and his teams engage in daily, in-depth discussions focused on operational, and regulatory compliance, market expansions, licensing processes, and acquisitions.

Shay Merary

CBDO

Flyfish

Shay Merary is the Chief Business Development Officer at Flyfish, a fintech company that consolidates financial services into a single platform. With over 7 years of experience in building partnerships and expanding business channels, His expertise lies in simplifying banking solutions and driving Flyfish’s mission to make financial management more accessible and efficient for users.

Cal Evans

Asociado gerente

Gresham International

Mark Flores Martin

CEO

XGENIA

Mark combines expertise in ethical hacking, AI, and game development to push the boundaries of technology. Starting out securing systems for high-value clients like NASA and Disney, Mark transitioned into AI, building and scaling multiple endeavors. Achieving his first profitable exit at age 25 – a mobile game – Mark went on to found several startups and enduring businesses. His passion for innovation eventually brought him back to the gaming industry, where he’s using AI to create groundbreaking solutions for tomorrow's iGaming sector. For Mark, the enjoyment of building a startup is the process, the innovation and the team behind it.

Osmin Callis

Founder & CEO

Mode8 Venture Studio

As the Founder & CEO of Mode8 Venture Studio, Osmin brings over 28 years of experience in the technology and financial services industries. Throughout her career, she has witnessed and embraced every major technological development, from the advent of personal computers to the rise of the internet, mobile phones, Bitcoin, and now AI.

Daniel Gunba

Founder & CEO

TRIION Gaming

Daniel Gunba is the Founder and CEO of TRIION Gaming. Daniel started his company in the iGaming sector a year and a half ago and has already led his team to prestigious awards and successful results. Daniel and his team are working on enhancing the iGaming experience by incorporating technologies like Al and VR. TRIION Gaming provides a virtual boutique experience for online casinos, allowing people to experience their favorite games in new ways. In addition to his one year of running his own company, Daniel has 9 years of experience in the iGaming industry.

Andrew Naudi

Senior Partner Advisory

NOUV

Andrew is NOUV’s Senior Partner Advisory specialising in Technology, Risk, and Compliance, while also serving as the firm’s Chief Information Officer. He holds a BSc in Information Technology from the University of Malta and an MBA in eCommerce from the University of Grenoble. With over 20 years of experience, Andrew has held various roles at a local IT services company, starting as a software developer and progressing to Chief Operating Officer. He has led numerous large-scale multinational IT projects and has extensive experience in IT and iGaming sectors across industries such as Hospitality, Oil and Gas, Insurance, and Fintech. Andrew also served as Chief of Programme Management and Information Systems at the Malta Gaming Authority, where he led IT strategy and implementation efforts. He has a strong background in leading development teams and implementing project management practices in diverse organisations.

Yuriy Romanyukha

Socio gerente

iCLUB Global

Mikko Puhakka

Advisory Board Member & Mentor

Ventures Thrive

Mikko Puhakka was born in Finland but has lived in 4 continents (Europe, US, Africa and Asia). Mikko relocated 8 years ago from Beijing, China back to Europe and to Malta after a more than a decade in China where he worked with both Chinese and international companies. Majority of his work during last 25 years has been result oriented leading to ‘’all sides of the negotiation table’’ successfully helping companies raise money, find customers in new markets, investing, selling and also buying companies in diverse cultural environments. His track record includes seed investment into MySQL which became the first Unicorn out of Finland. Currently Mikko works at his own consulting company Lion Partners with private clients such as Ventures Thrive and public sector clients. He also serves on select advisory roles e.g. Global AI Council, Fieldstream and Transtar Networks. ‘’Converting opportunities into actionable business deals’’

Aymen Soufi

Director de estrategia

SunContract

Dr Vanessa Camilleri

Senior Lecturer

AI Department – University of Malta

Dr. Vanessa Camilleri, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Artificial Intelligence, brings extensive expertise in the field of AI in Education, Intelligent Interfaces and Human-Machine Interaction, Game-based Learning as well as Extended Reality for Education & Training as well as Ethics in AI. In addition to a number of publications in the areas mentioned, Dr. Camilleri is an active member of various Faculty Committees, currently presiding as the Chair of the Faculty of ICT Outreach Committee. Her commitment to education extends beyond academia, as evidenced by her active involvement in school outreach initiatives. With a career spanning over two decades, Dr. Camilleri has participated in a number of EU-funded projects, including notable programs such as EuroMed Heritage, Interreg, and the Framework Programmes 6 and 7 (FP6 & FP7), alongside several ErasmusPlus Projects. Presently, she is engaged as a key partner in an ongoing ErasmusPlus Project -‘ThinkGame’, the SEA-EU Enabled Project – ‘ENABLE’, as well as having recently been awarded funding for 2 projects as Principal Investigator from the National Xjenza Agency in Malta, thus showcasing her dedication to advancing the field of artificial intelligence in its various applications.

Martina Cutajar

Senior ESG Advisor

ARQ Group

Martina Cutajar is a dedicated Senior ESG Advisor with a background in biology and a Master’s degree from the University of Malta. With a strong foundation in environmental conservation, Martina served as Malta’s first Marine Park Site Manager, where she successfully drafted the park’s Management Plan and led stakeholder consultations, including with government agencies, to ensure long-term sustainability. Martina's transition into the ESG space was driven by her deep belief that industries, including gaming and corporate sectors, play a pivotal role in achieving global sustainability goals. During her five years managing the marine park, she was actively involved in helping companies fulfill their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) obligations, organizing initiatives that aligned environmental stewardship with business success. Martina’s expertise now focuses on integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into core business strategies. She works closely with organizations to help them navigate the complexities of ESG frameworks, enhance transparency, and build resilience through responsible governance and ethical business practices. Passionate about sustainability and social impact, Martina believes that gaming and corporate industries are key players in shaping a more sustainable future, and she is dedicated to supporting these sectors in making meaningful ESG contributions.

Anton Rublievskyi

CEO

Growe

Anton’s experience as an entrepreneur and CEO began in 2004, leading to two successful M&As. He has always been passionate about new challenges and large-scale projects, which is why he aims to nurture growth in emerging markets with the current brand. Anton has led Growe since 2019. In just 5 years, the company has grown from a bold 30-person startup to a management company with over 1,000 employees working across more than 40 countries. Anton and his team have strengthened Growe's presence in existing markets and successfully expanded into new ones, including Latin America and Asia. His main philosophy is a constant development of strong, high-performing teams.

Quirino Mancini

Global Head of the Gaming and Gambling Practice

Tonucci & Partners

Quirino Mancini is the global head of the gaming and gambling practice at Tonucci & Partners (www.tonucci.com), a top Italian general practice firm with offices in Rome, Milan, Brescia, Padua, Florence, Tirana, Bucharest and Belgrad. Quirino is one of the leading Italian gaming and gambling lawyers with a specialist practice of more than 15 years. He acts for many Italian and foreign-based online and land-based companies operating in the Italian gaming market advising them on all business strategy, legal regulatory and operational connected to their activities. Alongside his robust and long-established legal and regulatory practice he also runs a bespoke matchmaking and business strategy service to provide clients with a broader and more customised type of assistance that notably includes also introduction and facilitation of dealings with the local regulatory authorities, banks as well as scouting and suitability checks on potential business partners. He is also heavily engaged in the sports & entertainment fields and regularly advises market analysts, banks, investment houses and venture capital funds directly or indirectly involved in the Italian market.

Dean Akinjobi

CEO

Footbal Media

Dean Akinjobi has been involved in Cryto since 2010 and is CEO of Football Media, a global digital advertising and sponsorship agency, that has a platform of websites and social that generate in excess of over 41 million monthly unique visitors. Football Media helps brands to reach and engage with global audiences across digital, through digital marketing and advertising across web 2 and web 3, as well as helping brands to secure sponsorships with football clubs and ambassadors. Football Media also provides marketing activation strategies for many crypto and blockchain related brands.

Vasilii Gamov

CEO

PeakyAds

Vasilii Gamov lleva más de 13 a?os trabajando en publicidad. Tiene experiencia en los sectores del iGaming, las finanzas, las criptomonedas, el comercio electrónico, la producción de vídeo, la salud, la belleza y la educación. Ha recorrido un largo camino desde cero hasta puestos directivos y lanzar nuevas empresas. Ahora, es CEO de PeakyAds, una agencia de marketing. Prestan servicios de marketing y medios de comunicación en todo el mundo.

Matthew Montebello

Professor

AI Department – University of Malta

Prof Matthew Montebello is a full professor and the head of the Department of Artificial Intelligence at the Faculty of ICT, University of Malta. Before joining the University in 1999 with a PhD in Computer Science he was already heavily involved in Education in secondary schools after graduating in 1990 at the University of Malta B.Ed.(Hons) degree. Having obtained extensive teaching experience and having been involved with the introduction of computer labs through the Ministry of Education, he proceeded to follow the Computer Science domain when he pursued his post-graduate studies obtaining a Masters and a Doctorate at Cardiff University in Wales in 1996 and 1998 respectively. Furthermore in 2009 and 2016 he also completed an M.A. and an Ed.D. (Higher Education) specialising in the application of arti?cial intelligence to e-learning. In 2017 he was offered a visiting academic status at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign where he collaborated with the Computer Science department and College of Education on numerous projects and research initiatives. In May 2018 he was appointed Adjunct Professor at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and developed a next generation VLE that employed social media concepts. At the University of Malta he forms part of the Web Editorial Board, the Digital Education Committee, and numerous other University of Malta committees. Since November 2022 Professor Montebello has been assisting the University of Malta with the disruption Generative AI and Large-Language models have brought about in higher education. Apart from co-authoring the guidelines for academics and students on the use of Generative AI Tools, he has co-facilitated numerous workshops, in collaboration with the Office for Professional Academic Development, on the adoption of Generative AI within the educational process for academics and local educators.

Alexey Vorobey

Co-Founder

AIstats

Multi-time startup founder with experience working in VC. Now he builds a sportstech startup that empowers fans with cutting-edge football stats insights.

Angelo Dalli

CSO & CTO

Umnai

As Umnai’s Chief Executive Officer, Angelo is responsible for leading the company’s commercial, product and technology strategy. Umnai was founded as an innovative AI focused solutions provider that is creating new AI technology that can explain itself and its decisions while helping to assist people rather than replacing them, with an emphasis on achieving a positive social impact. Angelo has published over 23 scientific publications in Europe and the US and has over twenty years of experience in various executive positions in technology, entertainment and fintech companies. Angelo has also represented Malta in various international events and one of his first international achievements was to win a bronze medal at the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) in 1995. As a serial entrepreneur, Angelo was involved in four IPOs and invested in more than 40 successful companies. This long track record was recognised in 2014, when he was awarded with Malta’s Top Entrepreneur of the Year award. Angelo’s profile is a realization of the mantra he works by ‘To create scaleable, repeatable technology businesses that lead by innovation’.

Dieter Brockmeyer

CPO

Diplomatic World Group

Dieter Brockmeyer is a senior media industry and innovation expert, author, international keynote speaker, and panel host. He is Chief Project Officer (CPO) of Diplomatic World Group in Brussels and cofounder the Diplomatic World Institute (DWI). He is cohost of the “Two the power of MORE” audio podcast series on innovation thinking. He curates international industry events and developed the Wholistic World Innovation Trophy (WWIT) that DWI announced remotely in 2021 for the very first time and had its physical premiere in 2022 at Casa Llotja del Mar in Barcelona. The award is based on the concept of “Wholistic Innovation” Dieter developed for the Institute and that is explained in his book “Pandemia’s Box” available on Amazon in English and German.

Polina Kapitonova

HR Advisor

Alpha Affiliates

Global HR professional with years of experience in HR management, teams' development, recruitment, branding and other HR functions across different industries such as IGaming, Affiliates, Forex, Entertainment, Fintech. My focus is to create effective teams for business and develop solutions that help the players work faster, involved, more efficient and truly data driven.

Shahar Attias

CEO

Hybrid Interaction

Shahar Attias is a Globally recognized iGaming expert, a CRM strategist, and a frequent speaker at the industry's leading events. Following a career as a senior executive with 888, Playtech and PokerStars, Shahar has founded Hybrid Interaction – a boutique consulting agency, made by a premier team of experienced hands-on specialists. To date, they have held more than 200 successful consulting projects across all verticals and through most jurisdictions, including online migration projects with brick-and-mortar casinos in the Dutch, Swiss, Georgian, UK, and US markets; among their clients are gambling powerhouses such as Greentube, Hard Rock & PlayStar in NJ (USA), GiG, Casino du Lac (Partouche), Logrand (MX), Holland Casino, Grand Casino Baden, Horizons Casino, Groupe Barrière, Entain / GVC / BwinParty / Sportingbet / Bet.pt, IGT, William Hill, Karamba, Crocobet, BetConstruct, Pin-up, EvoPlay, bgo, Win2day, Neto, DazzleTag, GetsBet.ro and Platin Casino.

Kostiantyn Golubiev

Head of Media

G.Partners

Kostiantyn has extensive experience in media – over 10 years of working on popular international television projects he transferred to affiliate marketing and for the past three years, he has been instrumental in the growth and success of the G.Partners brand. Kostiantyn is skilled at engaging diverse audiences, collaborating with niche media, and constantly innovating with new formats and strategies. He is a highly sought-after host at global conferences and a frequent moderator of panel discussions on brand building, media strategy, and marketing.

Maciej Szatkowski

Google Pre-Sales Engineer

Squalio

A seasoned technical leader, Maciej Szatkowski boasts 18+ years of experience in IT, consistently delivering business growth through a blend of technical expertise and strategic thinking. He has a proven track record in leading product development, spearheading enterprise-wide cloud and automation initiatives, and managing technical teams. Maciej holds numerous professional certificates, including certifications in SAFe and ITIL methodologies. He is also a five-times Google certified professional, holding certifications as a Cloud Architect, Cloud Security Engineer, and Data Engineer. His core skills encompass Agile methodologies, data processing, generative AI, and cloud solutions, particularly within the Google Cloud Platform. He boasts extensive experience in software development, automation, and DevOps, showcasing a unique blend of leadership, business acumen, and deep technical skills.

Gregory Klumov

CEO

EURS

Gregory Klumov is a highly-profiled specialist in alternative asset management with extensive experience in crafting complex business multi-strategies for international markets. He has built a career around managing multi-million dollar portfolios on behalf of global funds and private investors. Being an expert in building and pairing liquid and digital alternatives alongside more traditional portfolio investments, Gregory now aims to shiftstakeholders' mindsets to embrace cryptocurrency technologies.

Emilio Takas

Head of SEO

Gentoo Media

Formerly a Visual Storytelling multifaceted digital creative, with a strong technical background on websites, design, digital marketing and analytics helping people achieving the most out of their online appearance for over 21 years, Emilio is currently Head of SEO (Sports) at Gentoo Media, which you might remember by its former name, GiG Media, the affiliate media division of GiG (Gaming Innovation Group). He is also a visiting lecturer at Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) teaching SEO and Marketing Analytics, a seasoned speaker and a judge to SEO and iGaming Conferences and Awards.

Alessandro Gherardi

Co-Founder & Director

Fomento Agency

Alessandro Gherardi is the founder and CEO of Fomento Agency, a premium affiliate network specializing in emerging markets such as Asia, India and Latam. With a background in business and marketing, Alessandro has always been passionate about helping companies grow their online presence. Under his leadership, Fomento Agency has worked with a diverse range of clients, from small operators to big businesses, providing tailored strategies that drive engagement and growth across digital platforms. Alessandro's expertise lies in his ability to combine creativity with data-driven marketing, ensuring that his clients not only reach their target audiences but also build long-term, loyal customer relationships. His deep understanding of emerging trends in the digital world allows Fomento Agency to stay ahead in a competitive market. A dynamic and visionary entrepreneur, Alessandro is committed to innovation and excellence in every project. His hands-on approach and dedication to delivering results have earned him a reputation as a trusted leader in the industry. Whether through social media campaigns, SEO, or branding strategies, Alessandro and his team at Fomento Agency continue to shape the digital marketing landscape, helping businesses thrive in an ever-evolving online world.

Morten Rongaard

Co-Founder

Pixelpai

Morten is globally recognized as an NFT OG, having foreseen the transformative impact of NFTs and digital assets. He has worked with companies like FIFA, BBC Studios, Pro Cycling,ITV Studios and many more in shaping the strategy and creating projects using blockchain technology. Morten focos on the ecosystem of Web4, where technology meets trust and transparency and are recognized for his ability to demystify the complexities of Web4, helping and educating brands and companies for the new oppourtunities and potential. In his daily work, Morten is building the future financial internet and are deeply involved in collaborative efforts that redefine interactions with digital assets and money, offering his expertise to a wide range of sectors from fintech to gaming. His commitment to knowledge-sharing and empowering others is evident in his role as a regular speaker and moderstor around the world and serving on boards like Nordic Blockchain Association and Asia Web3 Alliance Japan, where he consistently advocates for a tech-driven world that's open to all.

Isaac Zarb

CTO

Simply Staking

Passionate about tech, Cybersecurity Blockchain and AI, with experience in igaming, fintech, cybersec, Blockchain and AI.

Clint Griscti

CEO

apidae Digital

With a growth-first mindset and a passion for analytics and tracking, Clint lives for taking businesses to new heights through digital innovation & growth strategies. Outside Business Development and making sense of shifting digital paradigms, Clint is an accomplished diver and basketball player and enjoys daily reading pastimes.

Kevin Plumpton

Group CEO

Kyrrex

Kevin Plumpton is currently Group CEO at Kyrrex, an international digital finance firm, providing fiat and crypto products and services within an integrated Web 3 ecosystem. Kevin is also a warranted lawyer and boasts a decade of experience collaborating with local and international organizations, offering business management solutions, legal counsel, and regulatory expertise. He's a seasoned entrepreneur who founded successful startups, the latest of which was Diligex. As a practicing advocate, Kevin specialized in Finance, Business, Corporate Governance, Risk, and Compliance Legislation. He's a pioneer in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing Terrorism (CFT) compliance and is better known for his brainchild Due-Diligence platform, KYCMATIC. Kevin's interests also extend to finance and digital market technologies.

Minna Ripatti

Attorney at Law & Founding Partner

Legal Gaming Attorneys at Law

Minna Ripatti is a highly experienced Finnish Attorney at Law with over a decade of specialized expertise in the iGaming sector. As the Founding Partner of Legal Gaming Attorneys Law, she focuses on providing tailored legal services to clients, with particular emphasis on the Finnish market. Her practice covers a broad range of areas, including risk assessment, marketing regulations, licensing, administrative proceedings, and litigation. Minna has worked extensively with top-tier iGaming companies and suppliers, guiding them through the complexities of obtaining licenses across multiple jurisdictions. She is widely recognized in the iGaming legal community for her in-depth knowledge of the field and her unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional legal counsel. With significant experience in both in-house legal roles on the supplier and operator sides of the iGaming industry, Minna brings a comprehensive, industry-specific perspective to her practice, ensuring that her clients’ needs are fully understood and effectively addressed.

Matthew Felice Pace

CEO

Simply Staking

After over a decade in academia and in various technical roles, Matthew embarked on the entrepreneurial journey co-founding Simply Staking in 2018, with the vision of “empowering the decentralised world of tomorrow”. Since then, he has led the company as CEO to become a global leader in blockchain infrastructure provision and development. Navigating a cutting-edge technological landscape as well as a highly fluctuating market, he spearheaded the growth of the company to a 50-person operation across three continents, supporting foundational blockchain projects such as Chainlink, Lido, Polkadot and the Cosmos Hub, providing high-quality RPC nodes and developing core technology such as shared sequencing and cross-chain trading.

Torben Friis

Director gerente

Match Liquidity DMCC

Tony Evans

Co-Founder & Chief Strategist

CETI AI

Tony Evans, Co-Founder of CETI AI and CEO of RATE Group, combines over 8 years of crypto experience with 18 years in traditional finance. Hailing from the UK and having spent the last 17 years in Asia, Tony brings a wealth of knowledge in both traditional and digital finance, complemented by his global leadership experience. He has actively engaged with numerous blockchain projects through investments and advisory roles, including being part of one of the first publicly traded companies on the New York Stock Exchange. Tony's strong belief in the future convergence of blockchain, AI, and physical assets reflects his vision for CetiAI, aimed at empowering individuals, entrepreneurs, and societal well-being through innovative solutions and success.

Ivana Flynn

SEO Director

Betswap

Ivana Flynn, SEO with 16 year of experience, an author of the original test of the SEO value of follow/nofollow links, well experienced and enthusiastic internet marketer and SEO consultant, achieving great success with clients across several industries. Ivana has been working with iGaming for 9 years now, she is a well seasoned conference speaker and SEO evangelist. She has spoken in all of the important industry conferences and is a 2x Brighton SEO speaker. Ivana has been featured in several popular podcasts such as 'Majestic', 'SimilarWeb', 'I hate SEO' and many more where she shared her SEO and marketing expertise. She is a co-founder of a growing YT channel 'The SEO Club' and loves speaking at conferences about SEO and marketing.

Eugene Ravdin

Gerente de comunicaciones y marketing

MightyTips

Antes de unirme a MightyTips, me pasé 19 a?os en la página web oficial de la UEFA con varios cargos, sobre todo como redactor jefe del equipo editorial en ruso. He trabajado en Eurocopas masculinas y femeninas, en finales de la Liga de Campeones de la UEFA y de la Liga Europa de la UEFA, he entrevistado a personalidades como Arsène Wenger y Guus Hiddink, he comentado la Premier League inglesa y la Serie A para Setanta, he presentado programas deportivos en directo en televisión y radio, he creado la comunidad de la Liga de Campeones de la UEFA en VK desde cero hasta tener millones de seguidores, y he informado desde el Camp Nou y el estadio City of Manchester. Por extra?o que parezca, soy licenciado en Informática (aunque fue hace mucho tiempo) y tengo una rica experiencia como locutor. Soy padre de dos hijos y jugador aficionado de baloncesto.

Sergejs Ponomarjovs

CMO

OSH Casino

Sergejs Ponomarjovs is an award-winning CMO and SEO problem solver with over 20 years of experience in the digital marketing industry. A passionate AI enthusiast, he leverages cutting-edge technology to drive results and solve complex SEO challenges, delivering innovative solutions across various sectors.

Ivonne Montealegre

Poker Tour Operations Manager

SiGMA Group

Harmen Brenninkmeijer

Socio gerente

NYCE International

Harmen Brenninkmeijer cuenta con más de 30 a?os de experiencia en desarrollar, fabricar y distribuir productos tecnológicos para el sector del juego. Su experiencia se basa en vender y operar en más de 75 países, con especial atención a los mercados emergentes. Su dilatada experiencia en la industria del juego le ha proporcionado una gran riqueza de conocimientos, de un valor incalculable en el mundo de los negocios, y le ha permitido participar regularmente en mesas redondas sobre una amplia variedad de temas. Harmen fundó la Gaming Incubator en 2007 y ha invertido en el desarrollo de más de 20 empresas centradas en la tecnología. En la actualidad, está construyendo NYCE International para representar a empresas líderes del sector, ponerlas en contacto con operadores de todo el mundo y desarrollar empresas únicas por el camino.

Warren Tristram

Head of Gaming, Lottery and eSport

Nuvei

Warren has been actively involved in payment processing helping to grow the nascent online gaming industry in the US. Warren has 20 years’ industry experience so understands the challenges and opportunities that gaming provides. During his career Warren has held senior roles with a number of well-respected vendors and operators, he is an active speaker contributing to industry magazine articles and events, and also holds a Masters in the Management of International Payments Ecosystem.

Dan Shannon

Head of Marketing & SEO

Casino Kings

Dan Shannon is an iGaming Marketing Expert and the current Head of Marketing & SEO at CBS Global. He manages the company's day-to-day brand awareness efforts through strategic marketing initiatives. With over 14 years of experience working with some of Europe’s leading gaming brands, he specializes in driving brand growth and visibility. Dan has a proven track record and extensive experience in regulated markets worldwide, particularly in the UK market.

Andrey Beyerbah

Co-Founder & CEO

Gamixter

Andrei Beyerbah is an experienced marketing and business expert, with a career spanning from 2015. After founding his own advertising agency at the age of 21, Petr led it to become a market leader within six years, collaborating with major brands like Coca-Cola and the NHL. In 2019, Andrey transitioned into the iGaming industry, where he took on roles such as CMO and Head of International Marketing for companies like Parimatch and Fonbet. Over his career, Andrei has been recognized for his marketing effectiveness with three prestigious EFFIE awards. As the co-founder and CEO of Gamixter, Andrei is dedicated to providing marketing teams across the globe with powerful tools to engage players and enhance their financial and user metrics. His mission is to transform online casinos from mere collections of slots into comprehensive entertainment platforms, all while simplifying the process for marketing teams so they can focus on what matters most – creating exceptional player experiences.

Nenad Krstic

Founder

MNBL Company

13 years in content creation & community building primarily in gaming. Over 2500 videos and 1.3 million subscribers in total across all YouTube channels.

Piotr Piasecki

Miembro del Consejo

Revenue Capital

Dr Simon Planzer

Partner

PLANZER LAW

Dr Simon Planzer is founding partner at PLANZER LAW AG, which features an internationally widely recognised legal niche-specialisation in TECHNOLOGY, GAMING and ENTERTAINMENT. The firm’s team provides highly specialised services on all gaming matters relating to Switzerland and EU/EEA. The firm has served as lead firm to navigate clients through intricate multi-jurisdictional challenges and complex international business projects. Services notably include strategic advice, regulatory work, ensuring compliance and a wide range of legal services. Dr Planzer wrote his PhD on EU/EEA gaming regulation and studied i.a. at the universities of Harvard, College of Europe, St. Gallen, and the European University Institute. He has published extensively on gaming matters and serves as regular speaker at the leading industry conferences. He has been invited repeatedly by both the IAGR and the GREF to present to regulators. Through his work with regulators, presentations and publications, he has substantially contributed to the cause of empirical-based and sound gaming regulation. Dr Planzer also serves as Lecturer in Law and Director of a Competence Center on Gaming & Entertainment.

Michael Caselli

Chairman

Clarion Gaming

Michael Caselli is a 20+ year iGaming industry veteran and considered one of the world’s leading experts on online gaming. He is a sought-after expert who hosts, chairs, and speaks at international iGaming conferences and has provided insight to international news broadcasts including CNBC, MSNBC and the BBC. In 1998 Michael launched the world’s first daily news website for online casino players. He launched several print magazines in the sector including consumer titles including, Gambling Online Magazine, Gambling.com Magazine and Bluff Magazine. He simultaneously launched the trade magazine iGaming Business and its associated affiliate and regional titles. Michael served as the editor of several of his magazines. Michael’s publishing businesses grew to include trade and consumer conferences and exhibitions including iGaming Affiliate and iGaming LIVE! In 2015 Michael sold his trade publishing and conferencing businesses to Clarion Events.?? Today Michael serves as Chairman of Clarion Gaming, is a director of iGaming Business, is a sector investor and is an advisor for companies in the iGaming space. ?? Michael holds an MBA and it’s thesis was the first academic work concentrating on iGaming. He has been honored by his peers throughout his career for his publications, expertise and contributions. He has been honored as a Leader in Gaming by the Global Gaming Expo, and has been given a lifetime achievement award for Outstanding Contribution to the Industry by SiGMA.

Alexiei Dingli

Profesor de Inteligencia Artificial

University of Malta

Greg Lacan

COO

UniK SEO

Greg Lacan is a seasoned SEO strategist with years of experience promoting crypto, casino, and sports betting projects globally. As COO for a leading agency, Greg has developed innovative strategies to promote iGaming projects online, implementing SEO best practices to attract users. Greg brings his expertise and passion for SEO to provide attendees with valuable insights and actionable strategies for success in the iGaming industry.

Sarah Psaila

Business Development Manager – Gaming and Gambling

Group-IB

Kat Arnsby

Head of Customer Growth

Kindred Group

I’ve worked in the gambling industry for over 20 years with focus on casino and poker products. My main areas of operational interest are AI driven personalisation, careful customer profiling and segmented communication strategy.

Carlos Sánchez

CEO

TipsterChat

Maruska Buttigieg Gili

CCO (Malta)

FalconX

Ms. Buttigieg Gili has over 25 years of expertise in the Maltese financial services sector. She began her career at the Central Bank of Malta, where she held various positions, including roles within the economic statistics department. Here, she developed a deep understanding of the Maltese regulatory framework, the EU regulatory requirements, and gained experience in implementing ECB regulations in Malta. During this period, she also represented the Central Bank of Malta in several ECB working groups. Following her tenure at the Central Bank, Ms. Buttigieg Gili spent 15 years with BNF Bank, where she held multiple roles such as Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and Compliance Officer at intermittent periods. She also served as the Chief Risk Officer of the bank for over five years. Additionally, she represented the bank on the Executive Committee of the Malta Bankers Association (MBA) and participated in technical committees focused on AML/CFT and regulatory compliance. She also represented the MBA on the AML/CFT Strategic Working Group at the European Banking Federation. In 2023, Ms. Buttigieg Gili joined FalconX Ltd as the Chief Compliance Officer and MLRO.

Maria Sayapina

Director of Casino

Gamelounge

Maria Sayapina is a highly accomplished digital marketing leader renowned for her expertise in SEO across diverse industries, including iGaming, Big Data, Finance, Medical, and e-commerce. Currently serving as the Director of Casino at Gamelounge in Malta, Maria has driven remarkable expansions into key markets. With a track record of 70% performance increase in key markets, Maria's strategic acumen extends to advising on product quality and growth plans for mergers and acquisitions. Her leadership roles at Gamelounge and Raketech Group have seen her excel in team management, innovative strategy formulation, and seamless execution, driving substantial user acquisition, engagement, and revenue growth.

Adel Gaisin

CPO

Watchers

With over 10 years of experience in creating digital products as an entrepreneur and Head of Product, I have led projects with complex product and business metrics. I’ve built and developed cross-functional teams of up to 50 members, including engineers, product managers, analysts, and designers, enabling successful product innovation and execution for startups and corporations. Currently, I am leading and growing the product at Watchers.

Adrian Niculescu

CEO

TOMORROWerse Capital

Adrian Niculescu is a successful fintech investor and estate entrepreneur, spending more than 20 years building and developing companies. Adrian is the CEO of Meta Description but above all, he is the CMO EMEA of CloudCoin Consortium, a digital currency you can store offline in a PNG or TXT file. Adrian experience include 30 tech start-ups mentored since 2014, 250 real estate transactions completed since 2008 and a long career in senior position.

Nicholas Aquilina

Partner

BRANDL TALOS

Nicholas Aquilina is a partner at BRANDL TALOS specialising in, international gaming, betting and entertainment law, EU law, social, skill and fantasy gaming, e-sports and videogaming. Nicholas provides regulatory, corporate and transactional advice, and regularly represents clients before national courts and regulators, European associations, EU institutions and the CJEU. He has assisted clients in several licensing procedures across Europe and the US and advised on large-scale transactions in the gaming and betting sector. He is a co-author of Social Gaming in Europe, and frequently contributes to legal publications and international conferences. Chambers Global ranks Nicholas as a leading international gaming lawyer: “Nicholas Aquilina is rated highly by market commentators as a “first-class legal and regulatory professional”, who “has played significant roles in corporate and regulatory mandates relating to high-profile transactions and international online sports betting.

James Candy

Founder&CEO

Candy-Pay.io

My name is James Candy and I'm a banking & crypto payments specialist that's has been navigating the risk/challenges that companies in the iGaming space have to mitigate when it comes to running their operational accounts. At Candy-pay, we pride ourselves of our extensive network of banking institutions that perfectly tailor to solve these issues for our clients.

Riccardo Furlan

Game Producer

Spadegaming

Santiago Asensi

Founder and Managing Partner

Asensi Abogados

Santiago Asensi is the Managing Partner and Founder of Asensi Abogados. He is a qualified lawyer specializing in Gaming and Betting Law and is an expert in regulation and litigation for online and land-based operators and gaming-related stakeholders in Spain. Asensi is listed in the “Thought Leaders” category of the Who’s Who Legal publication and is also considered a Band 1 listed lawyer in the Gaming and Betting section of Chambers & Partners, two independent guides that profile the world’s leading lawyers, describing him as a “pioneer”, “the first choice for gaming advice”, with a “strong reputation built over the years”. After winning the corresponding public tender, Asensi and his team developed the first online gambling regulatory regime for Colombia, which is considered a model by experts and widely emulated in various Latin American jurisdictions. Asensi is an officer of the International Gaming Consultants Association (IAGA). In addition, he is the co-author of The Gaming Law Book -Thomson Reuters- and the Spanish Gaming Market Report -MECN-. He is a frequent speaker at major international gaming conferences and a frequent author of articles on the gaming industry.

Danielle Francis

Co-Founder & CEO

bCOACHED Training Solutions

Transitioning from an engineering background to a certified executive coach, Danielle has carved a niche in the training and coaching industry, impacting ventures from early-stage startups to executives at global companies such as LinkedIn, Etsy, and Binance. Her nearly two decades of experience have made her a key figure in empowering people and organizations to reach their highest potential, utilizing her extensive knowledge of business operations, human behavior, and organizational dynamics. Danielle and her team at bCOACHED Training Solutions focus on actionable training and coaching for growing companies, reducing friction and aiding effective scaling. They offer tailored training programmes to help founders and teams perform under pressure, promoting innovation and continuous growth. She also holds an MBA and works in shaping future leaders as a lecturer at EU and IESE Business Schools, specializing in entrepreneurship, design thinking, and communications.

Dr Claudia Borg

Senior Lecturer

AI Department – University of Malta

Her interests are primarily focused on the application of AI techniques to the processing of the Maltese language. This leads to several research threads, from large language models to investigation of bias in language models. She coordinated LT-BRIDGE, an H2020-Widening-Twinning project to bridge the gap between European and Maltese research in AI and Language Technologies. She currently leads several projects to develop the necessary computational tools to process Maltese, funded by MDIA, Malta Enterprise, and various EU programs. She was involved in building the first automatic speech recognition system for Maltese through the University of Malta Research Excellence Fund. She received the Women and Girls Inspirational Leadership Award 2023 from the British High Commission in recognition of the work done in the field of innovation and technology.

Nikita Sachdev

Fundador

Luna PR

Vitali Matsukevich

COO

SOFTSWISS

As SOFTSWISS’ Chief Operating Officer, Vitali Matsukevich combines strong leadership with an acute understanding of the iGaming business landscape. After five years of experience in the online poker industry, Vitali transitioned into IT, joining SOFTSWISS in 2014 as a Manual QA Engineer. Recognising his skills could be better applied in a different capacity, he shifted to the role of Operations Manager, where he was responsible for creating client bonus policy and overseeing content and game management. With extensive experience in operations and management, Vitali plays a pivotal role in driving SOFTSWISS’ growth and optimising its internal processes. His leadership and strategic oversight have been instrumental in expanding the company’s global presence and enhancing its product offerings across the online gaming industry.

Cristiano Blanco

Chief Experience Officer

DaznBet

Cristiano Blanco is a highly experienced professional in the iGaming industry, with a career that began in 2007. He has been instrumental in driving the sector's international growth, holding senior roles with strategic, commercial, product and organizational responsibilities. His expertise includes managing product lines such as Sportsbook, Casino, and Gaming, as well as excelling in product delivery, P&L management, change management, and leveraging data-driven strategies for business success. Cristiano’s leadership has been key to developing highly successful products. Notably, he has contributed significantly to the success of the Kindred Group and ComeOn Group, where he held senior positions while effectively leading multinational teams. Cristiano holds a degree in Law and an MBA from Derby University in the UK, which has provided him with a solid understanding of business operations, further enhancing his career achievements. He is known for being motivated, passionate, and results-oriented, consistently delivering excellence in his field and embracing new challenges to ensure organizational success.

Dr Ioannis Revolidis

Profesor en derecho de medios de comunicación, comunicaciones y tecnología

University of Malta

Michele Magro

Head of Legal & Compliance

NSUS Malta

Michele is a legal & compliance professional with a focus on gambling law compliance, commercial law and AML/CFT. Previously, Michele spent ten years in the public sector, most recently as Technical Advisor to the CEO at the Malta Financial Services Authority, and Chief Counsel – International Affairs & Policy at the Malta Gaming Authority, where he was also Chairman of the Supervisory Council. During his time at the MGA, Michele also sat on the Board of Directors of the Gambling Regulators European Forum.

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