LiGA Summit 2026 is just under two months away, scheduled for September 17-18, 2026, at the El Pardo Lima – A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Lima, Peru. This gathering will unite operators, regulators, affiliates, suppliers, and technology providers, reflecting on the evolving landscape of the Latin American gaming industry as it adjusts to a newly implemented regulatory framework.
As Peru transitions into this structured environment, discussions will focus on the implications for market growth, exploring key areas such as affiliate compliance, responsible marketing, anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) requirements, as well as strategies for enhancing player protection.
Notably, the summit's agenda will also feature the Prediction Markets Summit Americas 2026 on September 18, which will dedicate a half-day session to exploring the intricacies of prediction markets, forecasting tools, and event-based products within regulated gaming contexts.
Highlights from the agenda include:
**Main Summit Program**
*Day One – Thursday, September 17*
– The introduction of Peru's new gaming licensing framework and its effects on both online and land-based market stability.
– An exploration of Peru's pivotal role in Latin American iGaming, addressing the journey from regulation to profitability.
– A focus on the emergence of creator affiliates via platforms like TikTok and YouTube, and their role in performance marketing within the region.
*Day Two – Friday, September 18*
– Examination of the new AML and KYC standards that are shaping Peru’s digital betting market.
– Discussions on responsible marketing strategies that can foster growth while adhering to new compliance standards.
– Insights into innovation, customer experience, and omnichannel growth strategies for land-based casinos across Latin America.
**Prediction Markets Summit Americas 2026**
*Day Two – Friday, September 18*
The Prediction Markets stream will incorporate interactive discussions, tackling topics such as:
– Strategies to build trust in event-based products, highlighting the importance of fraud prevention, cybersecurity, and consumer protection.
– Regulatory frameworks and market development, focusing on Brazil's approach and the evolution of regulations across Latin America to integrate prediction markets.
– Innovations in product development and strategies for enhancing user engagement, drawing lessons from sportsbooks and affiliates, while considering AI's influence on growth.
Industry figures actively participating include Sergio Poves Vidal from Nexlaw LegalTech & Compliance, who will discuss the necessity of regulatory cooperation and the establishment of common standards for the region’s gaming markets. He noted, "The key challenge is not to create identical regulations across the region, but to develop shared standards around licensing, compliance, integrity, and responsible innovation."
Israel Vasquez, from Azar Latino, will speak on the evolving dynamics of player expectations, AI, and local innovations. He remarked on the critical phase of Latin America’s iGaming sector, underscoring the need to merge creativity with legal structures to enhance the industry.
Nicolás Samohod, managing partner at Samohod Law Firm, emphasized the importance of balanced regulation, stating, "Intelligent regulation, with a legal framework that provides legal certainty to operators, under a technical and non-confiscatory tax regime, is the best guarantee for an orderly, formal, safe and successful gaming market."
The summit is expected to gather a distinguished lineup of leaders from across 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
LiGA Summit 2026 aims to offer an in-depth view of how Latin America's gaming markets are transitioning from theoretical regulatory frameworks to practical applications while exploring the evolving landscape of prediction markets that are set to significantly influence the future of iGaming.
