Following sharp global development in 2024, with Latin America attendance up 126%, Asia up 80% with delegates from 30 nations, Africa up 45% with 29 countries represented, and North America up 127%, two extra conference stages were presented to fulfill the event's broadening international appeal.
Each stage will provide targeted, actionable insights and develop market-specific networking chances for delegates running throughout the covered jurisdictions.
Rasmus Sojmark, Founder and CEO of SBC, said: "SBC Summit is now a genuinely global meeting point, so constructing a program that reflects that was the natural next step.
"With the addition of the Global Markets and Emerging Markets phases, we're offering market-specific insights-and the networking lounges connected to each phase let delegates link instantly with individuals driving development in those regions. It's all about continuing the conversations that begin on stage with individuals most purchased those markets."
Global Markets Stage
The Global Markets phase is developed for stakeholders wanting to optimise their techniques in established, high-value territories where regulatory frameworks are constantly developing. Across 3 days, stakeholders can go to a series of panels focusing on essential areas, consisting of Latin America and Brazil, Western Europe, and The United States And Canada.
Tuesday - Latin America & Brazil Focus: The opening day will analyze Latin America's varied landscape, from maximising Brazil's post-regulation opportunities to the current developments in markets such as Mexico and Peru. Sessions will bring together leaders from LATAM and Brazil to discuss market entry methods, payment options, and successful collaboration designs throughout the area's varied regulative environments.
Wednesday - Western Europe Deep Dive: The second day will shift focus to Western Europe's evolving regulatory landscape, taking a look at how organizations can deal with compliance difficulties while leveraging new opportunities. Sessions will address the growing hazard of black markets, Italy's revamped online betting framework, the Netherlands' increased regulative requirements, and potential pathways for iGaming growth into Finland and the broader Nordic area.
Thursday - The United States And Canada Analysis: The final day will take a look at US expansion opportunities following rapid iGaming growth throughout numerous states. These sessions will explore the increase of alternative wagering models, including sweepstakes and forecast markets, along with the growing appeal of peer-to-peer betting in the region.
Emerging Markets Stage
The Emerging Markets phase will highlight the most promising areas making waves throughout the industry. Covering Africa, Eurasia, the Middle East, and Asia, these sessions concentrate on markets experiencing increasing player bases, regulatory reforms, and technological innovations.
Tuesday - Africa Innovation: The opening day will explore mobile-first development methods that are improving the African gaming landscape. Sessions will cover payment infrastructure challenges, how operators can successfully engage stakeholders at a regional level, and the value of gamer security in the region.
Wednesday - Expansion in Eurasia & the Middle East: Day 2 will concentrate on service growth opportunities in Eurasia, with amazing development potential customers emerging across the Caucasus, Central Asia, and the Balkans. Sessions will likewise take a look at the capacity for growth into the Middle East, with panels analysing the UAE's move towards presenting a betting structure in the region.
Thursday - Asia Growth Potential: The closing day will take a look at market entry methods for Asia's varied regulatory environments, with sessions covering licensing pathways, cultural localisation, and techniques for long-lasting, sustainable growth across crucial markets like India, the Philippines, and Macau.
The Global Markets and Emerging Markets stages make up two of the six conference phases at SBC Summit 2025. These consist of dedicated stages for technology, affiliation, player defense, and the Super Stage.