Next week, the 3rd annual SPiCE Central Asia 2026 will take place at The Biltmore Hotel in Tbilisi, Georgia, on September 24–25. This event will gather prominent operators, technology providers, and gaming experts from Central Asia and the Caucasus to share their insights on the industry's landscape. Key topics such as regulation, compliance, payments, localization, and market entry will guide discussions focused on the realities of operating in these diverse markets.
One of the main highlights will be the SPiCE Central Asia Awards 2026, scheduled for the evening of September 24, which will honor outstanding professionals and organizations within the region’s gaming sector.
**Agenda Highlights**
This year’s programming will address primary opportunities and emerging trends within Central Asia and the Caucasus, encouraging networking and recognition within the industry.
*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 – recognizing outstanding contributions across 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
– Localization Strategies That Drive Player Engagement
– Prediction Markets & the Future of Digital Wagering: Where Are We Heading?
– Farewell Networking Drinks, providing a final chance to engage with peers.
**Notable Speakers**
Speakers at this year's event include:
– Dito Khvichia, Managing Partner, Justice League Law Firm
– Gennady Shemrayev, Marketing Director, Olimpbet Central Asia
– George Mamulaishvili, Head of Administration, Georgian Gambling Association
– Maka Gorgadze, CMO, Casino Adjara
– Tania Sianko, Employer Branding & Comms Strategist, former Evolution Regional EB & Comms Lead.
**Celebrating Industry Excellence**
The SPiCE Central Asia Awards 2026 will honor the standout professionals and achievements in gaming across the region. Nominations are currently open for four categories: Technology Provider of the Year, Payment Provider of the Year, Innovation of the Year, and Operator of the Year, and will close on September 16. The shortlist will be revealed on September 18, with winners announced on the evening of the awards ceremony.
**Limited Attendance Options**
With just a week remaining before the event, limited spots are still available for those eager to connect with key leaders from Central Asia and the Caucasus.
