The LiGA Summit 2026 is set to take place in under two months, on September 17-18, 2026, at the El Pardo Lima – A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Lima, Peru. This event will host a significant gathering of operators, regulators, affiliates, suppliers, and technology providers from across the Latin American gaming industry.
As Peru adjusts to its new regulatory framework, the summit aims to explore how this evolving market is adapting to a more organized gaming environment. Discussions will address the operational realities of regulated growth, focusing on affiliate compliance, responsible marketing practices, anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) requirements, and player protection amidst a more mature regulatory landscape.
An exciting addition to this year’s event is the Prediction Markets Summit Americas 2026, which will occur on September 18, alongside the main conference. This half-day stream will provide a platform for discussions related to prediction markets, forecasting infrastructure, and event-based products within regulated gaming contexts.
The agenda for LiGA Summit 2026 is designed to spotlight key regulatory, operational, and commercial developments affecting the Latin American gaming sector. Here’s a glimpse of the key topics scheduled for discussion:
**Day One | Thursday, September 17**
– **Peru’s New Gaming Licensing Era:** Impacts on the stability of both online and land-based markets.
– **Peru at the Centre of LatAm iGaming:** Insights on the journey from regulation to profitability.
– **The Rise of Creator Affiliates in Latin America:** The impact of platforms like TikTok and YouTube on performance marketing.
**Day Two | Friday, September 18**
– **The New Age of AML and KYC in Peru’s Digital Betting Market:** Understanding the landscape of compliance.
– **Responsible Marketing:** Balancing growth with adherence to new compliance standards.
– **Land-Based Casinos in Latin America:** Innovation and growth in omnichannel experiences.
The Prediction Markets Summit Americas 2026 will feature roundtable discussions that will delve into current opportunities and challenges faced in this area, including:
– **Building Trust in Event-Based Products:** Addressing fraud prevention, cybersecurity, market integrity, and consumer protection.
– **Regulation & Market Development:** Analyzing Brazil's regulatory approach and the evolution of frameworks throughout Latin America.
– **Product Innovation & User Engagement:** Drawing lessons from both sportsbooks and affiliates for sustainable growth and user experience improvements.
Sergio Poves Vidal, Regulatory Affairs & Compliance Advisor at Nexlaw LegalTech & Compliance, will discuss the future of gaming regulation in Latin America. He emphasizes the need for stronger regulatory cooperation to foster aligned, transparent markets.
Israel Vasquez, Brand & Content Manager at Azar Latino, will address the importance of understanding player expectations and local innovations in shaping the iGaming landscape, while also highlighting the role of AI.
Nicolás Samohod, Founder & Managing Partner of Samohod Law Firm, will contribute insights on the necessity of balanced regulation as a cornerstone for a healthy gaming market.
LiGA Summit 2026 and the Prediction Markets Summit Americas 2026 promise to feature a roster of influential speakers from the industry, including:
– Celeste Arredondo, Founder, International Gaming Women
– Jonathan Felix, CEO, GLOBAL BUSINESS COMPANY DE PERU S.A.C.
– Lucas Tapia Luna, CRM Marketing Manager – Sportsbook & Casino, Apuesto.com | Rojabet | Latribet
– Milagros Gabriela Seijas Peralta, Head of Legal and Compliance, La Tinka S.A.
– Renzo Escalante, CEO, Clases Play
– and numerous others.
This summit is an opportunity to observe how Latin America's gaming industry transitions from theoretical regulatory frameworks towards practical implementation, along with exploring the emerging opportunities within prediction markets that are impacting the future of iGaming.
