Summary
- The Gaming in Spain Conference 2025 has announced that the head of the DGOJ will be the keynote speaker.
- Spain is likely to introduce new changes to its advertising regulations, further impacting the regulated market.
- The GiS Conference 2025 will also focus on other markets, including Latin America.
The 2025 Gaming in Spain Conference has announced that Mikel Arana, the Director General of Spain’s Directorate for the Regulation of Gambling, will deliver the keynote address at the event. The conference is scheduled for June 26, 2025, in Madrid.
Gambling advertising rules in Spain – addressing the regulatory elephant in the room
Having the country's chief regulator participate in the event marks a significant milestone, enhancing its credibility and amplifying its impact. Arana will highlight the latest regulatory developments and clarify the responsibilities of stakeholders. His presence is particularly timely as the debate over stringent advertising regulations is expected to evolve. Spain’s Supreme Court previously overturned strong advertising rules, but the government appears ready to reinstate them as part of a new public health law. These changes will significantly affect Spain's regulated market. Discussions will center on the measures, the rationale behind them, and whether they will achieve their goal of reducing gambling-related harm or unintentionally drive more individuals to the black market. Dignitaries including Jorge Hinojosa, Director General of JDigital; Xavi Muñoz, Partner at ECIJA; Camille Gonzálvez, a Gambling Lawyer at ECIJA; and Josh Hodgson, COO of H2 Gambling Capital, will address this topic, among others. The event will also feature dedicated sessions on Latin America, covering key regional markets such as Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. Willem van Oort, Founder of Gaming in Spain, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event, saying,
