The gaming markets in Central Asia and the Caucasus are progressing rapidly, influenced by regulatory changes, increased investments, and advancements in technology. In just one month, the third annual SPiCE Central Asia event is set to convene the region’s gaming community at The Biltmore Hotel in Tbilisi, Georgia, from September 24 to 25, 2026.
This two-day event promises rich discussions, knowledge sharing, and networking opportunities among policymakers, regulators, operators, affiliates, investors, and tech providers. The agenda will focus on the evolving regulatory environment, technology advancements, payment solutions, responsible gaming practices, affiliate marketing strategies, and growth opportunities in the market.
**Agenda Highlights**
**Day 1 | Thursday, September 24**
– Channelisation & Market Sustainability in Emerging Gaming Jurisdictions: Strategies to reduce illegal gambling, enhance player protection, and encourage participation in regulated markets.
– Responsible Gaming & Consumer Protection in the Digital Era: Discussions on responsible gaming frameworks, affordability measures, behavioral monitoring, and player safety.
– Georgia’s Export-Only Online Gaming Model: An overview of the proposed export-only online gaming license, its attractiveness for international operators, compliance necessities, and the challenges of preventing access by domestic players.
**Day 2 | Friday, September 25**
– Localisation Strategies That Drive Player Engagement: Insights into language preferences, cultural nuances, mobile-first behavior, customer retention, and personalized gaming experiences.
– Women in Gaming: Building Inclusive Leadership & Future Talent: A focus on diversity, development of the workforce, leadership opportunities, mentorship, and empowering women in gaming and technology.
– Prediction Markets & the Future of Digital Wagering: Exploration of prediction markets, event-based trading frameworks, decentralized wagering models, and regulatory implications within emerging digital entertainment ecosystems.
A variety of prominent industry experts are scheduled to speak at SPiCE Central Asia 2026, including Alona Mamulaishvili, Managing Director of the Gambling Consulting Authority; Dimitri Tchitchinadze, SEO Manager at Leverage; George Mamulaishvili, Head of Administration for the Georgian Gambling Association; Maka Gorgadze, CMO of Casino Adjara; and Sergei Mosolov, Head of Sportsbook at Deep Games, among others.
The event presents opportunities for organizations to enhance their visibility, engage with the regional gaming community, and establish meaningful connections with potential partners and key industry players.
