It’s time to plan for 2025 with a keen eye on the events shaping the global gambling sector. Trade Fairs and Conferences bring together industry leaders, showcase technological innovations and promote debates on regulations, challenges, and market expansions.
Check out the highlights of the leading global fairs we’ll be attending:
Dates: January 20-22
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Highlights: Expected to be the largest edition of ICE, attracting over 55,000 participants and 630 global exhibitors. It will be an innovation hub featuring a large exhibition area, lectures, and cutting-edge technology demonstrations.
Dates: February 23-25
Location: Dubai, UAE
Highlights: This is a strategic meeting point between Western and Eastern markets, focusing on emerging technologies such as blockchain, AI, fintech, IoT, and big data.
Dates: February 25-27
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Highlights: The event emphasizes sports betting and regional regulations and promises to be a landmark for Latin America. The new venue, which covers 70,000 square meters, is expected to host 15,000 visitors.
Dates: March 10-12
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Highlights: With 2,500 delegates, over 150 speakers, and 350 affiliates, the event promotes insights with industry leaders and strategic business opportunities.
Dates: March 19-20
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Highlights: A premier event in the Latin American gaming industry, offering networking opportunities and insights into the regional market.
Dates: April 7-10
Location: São Paulo, Brazil
Highlights: This event will host 18,000 participants and more than 300 speakers, celebrating the Brazilian gaming market. Exclusive networking and awards are also part of the program.
Dates: May 6-7
Location: Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Highlights: The first iGaming conference in Romania, focusing on the convergence of creativity and technology in the iGaming industry.
Dates: June 1-4
Location: Manila, Philippines
Highlights: Connecting industry players in Southeast Asia with a focus on technological innovations.
Dates: June 17-19
Location: Toronto, Canada
Highlights: Reflecting the evolving gaming industry in Canada, encompassing both sports betting and established casino gaming and lottery sectors.
Dates: June 18-19
Location: Lima, Peru
Highlights: A central event for the gaming world, attracting national and international operators, and showcasing the latest in gaming technology and trends.
Dates: September 1-4
Location: Valletta, Malta
Highlights: Part of Malta Week, designed to maximize attendee experience while showcasing Malta's vibrant gaming sector.
Dates: September 16-18
Location: Lisbon, Portugal
Highlights: With five thematic zones, this event focuses on sports betting, iGaming, payments, affiliates, and player protection - a hub for innovation and networking.
Dates: November 3-6
Location: Rome, Italy
Highlights: Expected to attract 30,000 attendees, 1,000 exhibitors, and over 550 speakers, the event will feature two Startup Pitch competitions, prestigious industry awards, and networking zones.
Dates: November 5-7
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Highlights: A three-day event offering an unparalleled platform to engage in meaningful dialogue and gain valuable industry knowledge in the Asian gaming market.
These events offer unique opportunities for networking, market updates, and idea exchanges in established and emerging scenarios. Attending at least one of these gatherings can be essential to staying ahead of trends regardless of your industry segment.