Summary
- The SBC Summit will return on September 16-18, emphasizing player safety.
- The Player Protection phase will focus on three key areas: regulation, technology, and research.
- The SBC Summit will bring together some of the most influential experts in player safety and protection.
The SBC Summit 2025 will emphasize the advancement of responsible and sustainable play by introducing the Player Protection stage at this key industry gathering.
Bringing 30,000 delegates together to address player protection
The stage makes a return for another edition and has become a key feature of the event, scheduled for September 16-18 at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa. The Player Protection stage will be open to 30,000 delegates, offering an opportunity to explore how technology and regulation can enhance safety standards and improve player behavior, promoting sustainable and responsible gaming. Rasmus Sojmark, SBC CEO and Founder, expressed his enthusiasm for the continued success of the Player Protection stage in fulfilling its mission and elevating industry standards for sustainable gaming models. Player protection has rightly evolved from a regulatory checkbox to a core business strategy. As global frameworks tighten and consumer expectations rise, long-term success will belong to operators who genuinely integrate safety into their model, Sojmark noted. To maximize impact, each day will spotlight a different theme, enabling delegates to concentrate on specific areas. On Tuesday, September 16, the focus will be on regulation, addressing unintended consequences, strict compliance measures, and the potential for driving players offshore. Thursday, September 17, will shift attention to the practical impact of research on player protection. Discussions will highlight the influence of AI on player behavior and why unlicensed websites continue to draw new players despite inherent risks.
From regulation to research, to technology
The discussions will also focus on global strategies for affordability and risk management, emphasizing the protection of players while maintaining a steadfast commitment to player safety. Notably, Thursday, September 18, will be dedicated entirely to technology. The focus will be on how new and emerging technologies can enhance player safety and how various platforms implement these solutions. Some of the most influential voices in responsible gambling will be speaking, including Katie Reynolds-Jones (Chief Marketing Officer, GamStop), Monica Shafaq (CEO, Gordon Moody), Dr. Alexandra Koerner (Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, Grand Casino Baden AG), Richard Hayler (Managing Director, IBAS), David Foster (Head of Regulatory Affairs, Entain), Savo Bakmaz (CEO, Maxbet), and Dr. Maris Catania (Director of Player Sustainability, LeoVegas).
