In this SiGMA Central Europe interview from Rome, reporter Ginevra Infascelli speaks with Jessica Maier, Co-Founder and Director at EGARA, about the future of compliance in the gaming industry. Together, they unpack the challenges of navigating diverse regulations, aligning compliance with commercial strategy and the rising influence of AI, real-time monitoring and data quality. Maier also shares her predictions on market consolidation, black-market risks and how operators can remain competitive as global rules tighten. Watch the full conversation for expert insights shaping the next decade of gaming compliance.

Moderator: Ginevra Infascelli, Reporter Guest: Jessica Maier, Co-Founder and Director at EGARA

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In this exclusive SiGMA Central Europe 2025 interview, Emanuele Frascadore, Reporter at SiGMA, sits down with Laia Mena, Co-Founder & Director at Caliu, to explore how high-risk industries like online gaming and digital payments can navigate operational challenges while staying compliant. Laia shares insights on transforming regulatory hurdles into strategic opportunities, adopting innovative payment methods, and preparing for the evolving digital landscape in regulated markets like Italy. From AI-driven fraud prevention to infrastructure modernisation, discover how operators can balance compliance with growth.

Moderator: Emanuele Frascadore, Reporter at SiGMA
Guest: Laia Mena, Co-Founder & Director at Caliu

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Discover how operators can successfully launch and scale iGaming campaigns on TikTok in this exclusive SiGMA TV panel. Industry experts from TikTok break down the roadmap for responsible, measurable campaigns, sharing actionable insights on product, policy, and content strategies that shorten time-to-launch. Learn how to navigate regulatory barriers, optimize campaigns using AI-powered tools, and implement rapid-playbooks to maximize performance. Whether you’re entering new markets or expanding existing campaigns, this panel offers a clear, step-by-step approach to leveraging TikTok for iGaming growth while ensuring compliance and sustainable results. Watch and start planning tomorrow!

Panel speakers: Leonid Blinov, Vertical Head at TikTok
Luiza Blinova, Product Marketing Manager at TikTok
Maurizio Atzori, Head of Advertiser Experience at TiTok
Timofey Gordienko, Vertical Manager at TikTok

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Join us in the SiGMA Media Lounge as Jenny Ortiz Bolivar sits down with celebrated former professional footballer Luis Garcia for an engaging conversation on global fan engagement, responsible betting, and the evolving relationship between football and eSports. With experience across Europe, Asia, and Australia, Garcia reflects on tactical decision-making at the highest level and shares his perspective on how digital platforms are shaping new fan behaviours. He also highlights the rising generation of football talent and names the young player he believes is destined for global superstardom. A concise, insightful discussion for football enthusiasts.

Host: Jenny Ortiz Bolivar, SiGMA Reporter
Guest: Luis Garcia, Former Professional Footballer

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Brando Benifei, Member of the European Parliament and former rapporteur of the AI Act, delivers a virtual address at SiGMA Europe in Rome. He highlights the European Union’s commitment to fostering innovation, strengthening AI leadership, and engaging in a robust dialogue with stakeholders. Benifei emphasises the importance of clear rules, streamlined implementation, and collaborative strategies to ensure Europe remains at the forefront of digital and AI legislation. This session provides insights into the EU’s vision for AI governance and the ongoing efforts to balance technological advancement with regulatory clarity.

Guest: Brando Benifei, Member of the European Parliament

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During SiGMA Central Europe in Rome this past November the panel titled The OGs of Online Gaming moderated by Jillian Dingwall brought together three true pioneers of the online gaming world: Ian Sherrington, CEO, Crownstar, Flaviano Fogli, Director, Fogli Consulting and Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management. In this candid and nostalgic panel, the OGs revisit the earliest days of iGaming, from dial-up connections and downloadable casino clients to the chaos, ingenuity and characters who shaped an industry before regulations, smartphones or even trust in the internet. They share untold stories, technological breakthroughs, unexpected challenges and how innovation continues to push boundaries today.

Moderator: Jillian Dingwall
Guest: Ian Sherrington, CEO, Crownstar, Flaviano Fogli, Director, Fogli Consulting and Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management

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Fear of failure stops more entrepreneurs than market conditions ever will. In this powerful SiGMA Central Europe keynote, Karolina Pelc, founder of BeyondPlay, industry pioneer, and one of iGaming’s most influential product leaders, breaks down the mindset shifts that helped her build and exit a startup in under three years.

Through personal stories, practical strategies, and neuroscience-backed insights, she explains how to engineer “luck,” reframe rejection, and build resilience in high-stakes environments. Whether you're a founder, leader, or innovator, this keynote offers a framework for turning fear into fuel and possibility into action.

Guest: Karolina Pelc, founder of BeyondPlay

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Join us at the SiGMA Central Europe Media Lounge as host Emanuele Frascadore engages in a forward-looking discussion with Federico Smanio, CEO of Wylab, Italy’s leading sport tech incubator. The conversation explores what sets successful sport tech start-ups apart, how emerging technologies are reshaping performance, fan engagement, and club operations, and the realities of bridging innovation with traditional sports institutions. With insight into AI, cognitive training, immersive fan experiences and market readiness, this episode offers a strategic lens on the future of sport tech. Stay tuned for more industry intelligence from SiGMA.

Host: Emanuele Frascadore, SiGMA Presenter
Guest: Federico Smanio, CEO, Wylab

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Vlad Bondarenko, Head of Product at ReferOn, sits down with SiGMA to unpack why legacy systems fail to catch costly inefficiencies until it’s too late. From slow data processing to outdated APIs, he explores the turning points when businesses realise they need a new solution. Vlad also shares how ReferOn redefines onboarding, reporting and user experience to prevent losses before they happen, and introduces Reffy, a predictive, emotional interface designed to make workflow intuitive and error-proof. Watch to learn practical advice for spotting hidden costs and keeping your affiliate program profitable and check out the full article for deeper industry insights:

Guest: Vlad Bondarenko, Head of Product at ReferOn

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Join Mark Anthony Borg from SiGMA as he sits down with Volodymyr Todurov, CEO of Frogo, the award-winning anti-fraud solution of the year. Discover how Frogo is transforming fraud prevention with dynamic risk scoring, real-time alerting systems, and innovative AI-powered tools. Vladimir shares insights into unexpected fraud schemes, the role of human expertise in automated systems, and the evolving landscape of iGaming fraud. From fun mascot-inspired learning to protecting businesses from costly fraud, this interview covers it all. Stay ahead of the threats and explore the next generation of fraud prevention with Frogo.

Host: Mark Anthony Borg, SiGMA Group
Guest: Volodymyr Todurov, CEO, Frogo

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