In this in-depth interview, Giorgi Mihaylov, Deputy CEO at EGT Digital, sits down with SiGMA to unpack the strategy, technology and culture behind one of iGaming’s fastest-growing digital companies. The conversation explores how EGT Digital evolved into a full one-stop shop, the role of R&D and data science, the power of the X-Nave platform and why personalisation, speed and adaptability are central to its success. From product innovation and AI to team culture, emerging markets and leadership philosophy, Mihaylov offers candid insights into what truly sets EGT Digital apart.

Guest: Giorgi Mihaylov, Deputy CEO at EGT Digital

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At SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, the panel titled Retention By Design: Turning AI, Data and Loyalty Into Lasting Player Value explores how AI, data and loyalty strategies can be designed to create lasting player value in the gaming industry. The panel was moderated by Jochen Biewer, Managing Director at Chevron Group and features insights from Alena Tsuranova, CCO of Megafair, Stanisław Szostak, Co-Founder of Astral Forest and Mohammed Hamed, OpenText Senior Team Leader at TeKnowledge. The discussion covers AI-driven retention, churn prediction, data governance, human-in-the-loop models, compliance and how operators can turn raw data into meaningful player engagement.

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During SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, this in-depth panel explores ESG, sustainability and the social balance sheet of gaming. Titled Balancing the Ledger: ESG, Sustainability & The Social Balance Sheet of Gaming, the discussion brings together policymakers, compliance leaders and sustainability experts to examine how regulated gaming impacts national security, legality, social responsibility and economic value. Speakers including Dr. Andrea Manciulli, Valentina Gilberti, Franco Bompani and Daniele Raimondi analyse cyber risk, AML, responsible gaming, ESG reporting and the balance between physical and online gaming. A must-watch for operators navigating sustainability, governance and long-term trust in gaming.

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In this exclusive interview, Fabio Angeli Bufalini, Country Director for Stake Italy, shares insights on the brand's successful launch into one of Europe’s most tightly regulated gaming markets. Stake entered Italy in September 2024, navigating the complexities of Italy’s new gaming concessions and establishing its presence in a competitive space. Fabio talks about Stake's growth strategies, challenges in the Italian market, and how the company plans to tackle the evolving landscape of crypto and responsible gaming advertising. Learn about Stake's vision for the future and what sets them apart in a highly competitive industry.

Guest: Fabio Angeli Bufalini, Country Director for Stake Italy

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At SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, the keynote titled When Algorithms Break the Law is presented by Prof. Stefano Filletti, Head of the Department of Criminal Law at the University of Malta. In this thought-provoking session, Prof. Filletti examines one of the most complex challenges facing modern regulation, which is criminal liability when artificial intelligence acts autonomously and illegally. Drawing on legal theory, real-world AI use cases and the limits of traditional criminal law, he explores the emerging liability gap and what operators, programmers and organisations can do to mitigate risk while keeping AI aligned with the rule of law. 

Guest: Prof. Stefano Filletti, Head of the Department of Criminal Law at the University of Malta

In this panel discussion, Oliver de Bono, Co-Founder & CCO at Quantum Gaming, moderates a timely conversation on India’s 2025 Real Money Gaming (RMG) ban and its far-reaching implications. Joined by Jay Sayta, Technology & Gaming Lawyer and Pranati Pandit, Advocate at MMB Legal, the panel breaks down what the legislation really says, why it was rushed through Parliament and which gaming verticals may survive. The discussion explores legal challenges, payment restrictions, esports and grassroots sports funding, black-market risks and whether regulation, rather than prohibition, could still emerge in one of the world’s largest gaming markets.

Moderator: Oliver de Bono, Co-Founder & CCO at Quantum Gaming
Guest: Jay Sayta, Technology & Gaming Lawyer
Pranati Pandit, Advocate at MMB Legal

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At SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, the keynote titled Accountability By Design: Keeping Operators in the AI Gaming Loop, delivered by Martina Galea, Student at the University of Malta, examines how iGaming operators can mitigate criminal liability when AI systems act illegally. Using a layered cake model, she outlines three preventative measures, AI ethical review boards, algorithmic audits and continuous human supervision, alongside practical steps operators should take when AI fails. The keynote offers a clear legal and operational framework for building compliant, transparent and responsible AI systems in regulated gaming environments.

Guest: Martina Galea, Student at the University of Malta

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At SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, this panel titled Affiliate Tech in Action: Real-Time Tracking, Compliance & Payout Automation brought together leading voices in affiliate technology. Moderated by Lotte Kempe, Director of Sales at Affiliate Alliance, the discussion features Vlad Bondarenko, Head of Product at ReferOn, Brendon Spiteri, Head of Commercial at Routy, and Clinton Cutajar, CTO at MediaTroopers. The panel explores real-time tracking realities, postbacks, attribution challenges, data transparency, compliance and how far payout automation can realistically go across currencies and jurisdictions in today’s iGaming affiliate ecosystem.

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South Asia is quietly becoming one of the most important battlegrounds for crypto and Web3 adoption. In this exclusive interview from SiGMA Central Europe 2025, Evan Luthra, Founding Partner at KOL Capital, explains why emerging markets could leapfrog traditional finance and go straight to Web3.

Drawing on a decade of investing across 700+ startups, Evan breaks down why execution, not hype, kills most crypto projects, why founders must learn to pivot fast, and how poor user experience continues to block mass adoption. The conversation offers unfiltered insight into building scalable Web3 businesses in mobile-first markets.

Guest Details: Evan Luthra, Founding Partner, KOL capital

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Paid media is getting squeezed but influencer-led acquisition is evolving fast. In a market where trust is the currency and compliance is non-negotiable, “Affiliate 2.0” is about building content that converts without feeling like an ad.Recorded at SiGMA Central Europe 2025, this panel is moderated by Renz Gonzales (Head of Business Development, PropellerAds) with Vitaly Balakhonov (Brand Growth Engineer, GEARRRR.Agency), Rita Arnaus (Professional Kiteboarder) and Jelani Tekkz (Professional eSports Player). They unpack TikTok-native strategy, micro-affiliate scaling, brand restrictions, storytelling frameworks, and why authenticity and repeated “touchpoints” drive long-term value.

Moderator: Renz Gonzales Head of Business Development at PropellerAds
Guest speakers:
Vitaly Balakhonov Brand Growth Engineer at GEARRRR.Agency
Rita Arnaus Professional Kiteboarder
Jelani Tekkz Professional eSports Player

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