The upcoming 2026 Gaming in Spain Conference, scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2026, promises to be a pivotal event in the gambling landscape. With significant regulatory changes anticipated, this gathering aims to address vital issues facing the industry today.
The conference will cover a range of pertinent topics including:
– The introduction of cross-operator deposit limits and the DGOJ’s centralized problem gambling detection algorithm.
– Future reforms in gambling legislation and the industry's adaptive strategies.
– Approaches to combat offshore gambling and efforts to reclaim market share for licensed operators.
– Fraud prevention strategies and anti-money laundering (AML) initiatives.
– The current and potential acceptance of new gambling formats, such as prediction betting and sweepstakes.
Willem van Oort, founder of Gaming in Spain, expressed his satisfaction with the breadth of stakeholders attending the conference, including representatives from regulatory bodies, licensed operators, suppliers, and even the National Police. He emphasized the need for open discussions that contribute to the sustainability of regulated gambling, especially in light of the escalating threat posed by unlicensed, offshore competition. Van Oort believes that revitalizing the market demands both cooperative efforts and shared expertise.
The conference will be an opportunity to connect face-to-face with key decision-makers in Spain's online gambling sector.
The initial agenda includes:
**Block 1: Regulatory Developments**
Keynote: Mikel Arana, DG, DGOJ
Regulatory update & analysis: Xavi Munoz Bellvehí, Managing Partner, ECIJA Barcelona
Implementation of cross-operator deposit limits: Justo Sancho, Director of Safe Gambling, DGOJ; Sander Hoogendoorn, Senior Consultant, Chevron Group; Camille Gonzálvez, TMT & iGaming Lawyer, ECIJA (moderator)
Discussion on Melilla & regulated gambling in Spain: Patricia Lalanda, Partner, LOYRA Abogados
**Block 2: The Spanish Gambling Market & Black Market Threat**
The Spanish iGaming market in numbers: Josh Hodgson, COO, H2 Gambling Capital
Analyzing game popularity: Dmitry Belianin, Co-Founder, Blask Business Intelligence
Efforts against illegal gambling advertising: Björn Fuchs, Chair, VNLOK
Crypto vs. regulated experiences: Mauro De Fabritiis, Founder, MDF Partners
**Block 3: Algorithms and Player Protection**
Problem gambling detection and player safety: Pedro Romero, Chief of Safer Gambling Partnerships, BetBlocker; Paula Murphy, Head of Commercial, Mindway AI
**Block 4: iGaming Regulation & Licensed Operators**
Industry perspectives on sustainable gambling reform: Jorge Hinojosa, DG, Jdigital
**Block 5: Fraud Prevention & AML**
Fraud prevention strategies in regulated gambling: David Calvete Sarasa, Chief Inspector, National Police
Impact of the EU's new AML/CFT regulation: Pedro López Martín-Andino, Managing Partner at MartínAndino Abogados; Jochen Biewer, Managing Director, Chevron Group
**Block 6: New Products & Tech Solutions**
AI-powered “live” casino experiences: Gustaf Hagman & Jonas Delin, Co-Founders, Avanti Studios
Emerging gambling and betting formats: Camille Gonzálvez, TMT & iGaming Lawyer, ECIJA
Effective affiliate marketing using AI: Andreas Ditsche, CEO, iGaming.com
Compliant payment solutions for iGaming: Juan Jose Llorente, Country Manager Spain & Portugal, Adyen
**Block 7: Latin America Update**
Current developments in key LatAm markets: Speaker TBA
**Breakout Sessions**: Promotions in Spain – analysis of successful strategies: Mario Chamorro, Partner, MDF Partners
Further sessions to be announced.
The 2026 Gaming in Spain Conference will take place at the Auditorio ECIJA, situated in lively Madrid. Registration is now open for those interested in attending.
Additionally, a webinar previewing the Gaming in Spain Conference is scheduled for Tuesday, September 15, at 15:30 CET. The webinar will provide insights into the current Spanish regulated iGaming landscape, featuring discussions on key subjects such as cross-operator deposit limits and the DGOJ's new gambling detection algorithm. Participation in this webinar is free and provides an excellent opportunity for those considering attendance at the conference to gain valuable information about the market and its developments.
Experts will speak on:
– Cross-operator deposit limits and potential amendments to the Gambling Act: Xavi Munoz Bellvehí, Managing Partner, ECIJA Barcelona
– Implementation of problem gambling algorithms and the latest products in gambling and betting: Camille Gonzálvez, TMT & iGaming Lawyer, ECIJA
– Current interest in offshore prediction betting products: Dmitry Belianin, Managing Partner, Blask
– Comparative customer experiences between onshore and offshore: Mauro De Fabritiis, Founder, MDF Partners.
