The 3rd annual SPiCE Central Asia 2026 is set to take place next week at The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi, Georgia, on September 24-25. This gathering will bring together major operators, technology providers, and gaming experts from Central Asia and the Caucasus. Industry specialists in areas such as AI, marketing, and compliance will provide valuable insights based on their experiences in this diverse region.
Key topics for discussion will focus on regulation, compliance, payments, localisation, and market entry, which are essential for businesses navigating these diverse markets. The event will also feature the highly anticipated SPiCE Central Asia Awards 2026 on the evening of September 24, honoring outstanding individuals and organizations within the gaming sector.
Highlights of the agenda include:
**Day 1 | Thursday, September 24**
– *Central Asia’s Gaming Market: Regulation, Investment & Future Growth*
– *AI, AML & Risk Management: The Future of Compliance*
– *Georgia's Export-Only Online Gaming Model: A New Opportunity for International Operators*
– *Women Driving Innovation Across Gaming & Fintech in Central Asia*
– *SPiCE Central Asia Awards 2026* – an evening to recognize exceptional contributions within the gaming industry.
**Day 2 | Friday, September 25**
– *Women in Gaming: Building Inclusive Leadership & Future Talent*
– *Fintech-Enabled Payments: Strengthening Trust & Security in the Region’s Online Gaming Market*
– *Localisation Strategies That Drive Player Engagement*
– *Prediction Markets & the Future of Digital Wagering: Where Are We Heading?*
– *Farewell Networking Drinks* – an opportunity to connect with industry leaders to conclude the two-day event.
The conference will feature prominent gaming leaders, including:
– Dito Khvichia, Managing Partner at Justice League Law Firm
– Gennady Shemrayev, Marketing Director at Olimpbet Central Asia
– George Mamulaishvili, Head of Administration at the Georgian Gambling Association
– Maka Gorgadze, CMO at Casino Adjara
– Tania Sianko, Employer Branding & Comms Strategist, previously with Evolution.
The SPiCE Central Asia Awards 2026 will acknowledge the top professionals and organizations making significant contributions to the gaming industry in the region. Nominations for four categories—Technology Provider of the Year, Payment Provider of the Year, Innovation of the Year, and Operator of the Year—will close on September 16. The shortlisted nominees will be announced on September 18, leading up to the winners being revealed during the awards ceremony on September 24.
With just a week remaining until SPiCE Central Asia 2026, those wishing to engage with industry leaders should act fast, as limited spots are still available for registration.
