Fira Barcelona Gran Via,

18–20 January 2027

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World Gaming Week

2026 Agenda

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18:00
  1. Kick off World Gaming Week in style as ICE takes over ‘Time Out Market’, Barcelona’s iconic food and ...
19:00
  1. This is an invite-only Event Step into an evening of elegance at the ‘invitation-only’, 5★ VIP Cockt ...
10:00
  1. ICE Esports Arena
    This year, the Esports Arena will host an EAFC (FIFA) World Cup–style tournament, showcasing eight o ...
  2. Fira Barcelona Gran Halls 1-5
  3. As competition ramps up, both online and land-based gaming face new challenges worldwide. Bally’s La ...
11:05
  1. The meteoric rise of unlicensed operators is endangering the regulated gambling sector, government b ...
  2. The Chair of the European Casino Association Erwin van Lambaart will take the stage to welcome the g ...
11:15
  1. CC4.1
    Operational Excellence for Land-Based Leaders. The exclusive summit where the land-based casino indu ...

    Sponsored by
    AWS
    In Association with
    ECA

  2. With gambling tax hikes either in progress or proposed across key markets in Europe, North America a ...
11:25
  1. Industry, regulators and consumers all face a shared threat from illegal operators. In this battle t ...
12:30
  1. The black market relies on three core ingredients to thrive: content (games and data), platforms, an ...
  2. CC1.1
     
  3. ICE Esports Arena
    This year, the Esports Arena will host an EAFC (FIFA) World Cup–style tournament, showcasing eight o ...
  4. Affordability checks are entering a new phase. This session examines how operators are collaborating ...
  5. From generating revenue and creating jobs to influencing local businesses and government policies, c ...
13:00
  1. CC1.1
     
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  5. Our chair opens the ICE Start-Ups Accelerator for the first time, setting the stage for an afternoon ...
13:05
  1. Join industry veteran Alex as he shares his personal journey from startup founder to successful inve ...
14:00
  1. ICE Esports Arena
    This year, the Esports Arena will host an EAFC (FIFA) World Cup–style tournament, showcasing eight o ...
  2. As the UAE enters the next phase of its regulated gaming market, with major milestones approaching, ...
  3. CC5.2
    Future-Proofing Lottery Success. The Innovating Lotteries Conference is your essential guide to into ...
  4. AI-driven detection is evolving from static thresholds to adaptive, explainable models. This session ...
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  6. Join AWS and Playson's technical leaders for an insider conversation on the innovations and challeng ...
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  8. Pitch ICE Stage
     
14:50
  1. What are the new types of lottery games and prizes shifting the global lotteries landscape? Which de ...
15:15
  1. Gaming has higher valuations than other sin industries like alcohol and tobacco but suffers from a h ...
15:20
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16:00
  1. As the casino space becomes increasingly crowded and competitive, differentiation, and localisation ...
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  3. Kick of DEIB at ICE 2026 with a reception dedicated to connection, collaboration, and community. Thi ...
  4. ICE Esports Arena
    This year, the Esports Arena will host an EAFC (FIFA) World Cup–style tournament, showcasing eight o ...
  5. How are the convergences between iGaming and lotteries verticals influencing lotteries regulation? A ...
16:30
  1. Join the Connpay Padel Tournament 2026 in Barcelona!
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    We’re bringing the padel community together during iGB Affiliate & ICE 2026 (Fira Barcelona Gran Via, 19–21 Jan) for an evening of sport, networking, and fun!

    📅 January 19th, 2026:
    Welcome at 16.30
    Tournament 17.00 - 19.00
    Networking 19.00 and up

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  2. ICE Esports Arena
    This year, the Esports Arena will host an EAFC (FIFA) World Cup–style tournament, showcasing eight o ...
  3. Gamification is often treated as a pure retention tool, but its real power goes much further. This s ...
  4. In mature gambling markets, regulation serves three fundamental purposes: protecting consumers, main ...
  5. Over the past year, regulatory bodies across major jurisdictions have laid large fines against opera ...
  6. Strict advertising limits or bans reduce harmful exposure, yet they also reduce the visibility of li ...
17:00
  1. We invite representatives from all Spanish associations, both national and regional, to a networking ...
17:15
  1. Enterprise Stage
  2. A celebration recognising outstanding achievements across the global gaming industry.
17:30
  1. CC4 Delegate Lounge
    Set to the beat of gaming's hottest emerging markets, conference and workshop delegates enjoy an exc ...
10:00
  1. For delegations and stakeholders Association-led open space meeting and media engagement
  2. ICE Esports Arena
    This year, the Esports Arena will host an EAFC (FIFA) World Cup–style tournament, showcasing eight o ...
  3. DAZN, the world’s leading sports entertainment platform, is transforming how fans experience sport. ...
  4. Fira Barcelona Gran Halls 1-5
10:45
  1. Presentation of the report on the size and impact of illegal gambling in Spain. A debate will be ope ...
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  2. Highlighting the urgent need to move from dialogue to implementation in protecting players within Af ...
11:00
  1. This session is happening in CC&.01 B The focus on the bingo sector in Spain. Session offered jointl ...
    CEJ
  2. ICE Esports Arena
    This year, the Esports Arena will host an EAFC (FIFA) World Cup–style tournament, showcasing eight o ...
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  5. Get ready for the next wave of iGaming innovation at Pitch ICE Barcelona 2026. In partnership with l ...
  6. CC5.1
    Shaping the Future of Global Gaming Policy. The definitive global forum where leading gambling regul ...

    Sponsored by
    GeoComply

11:05
  1. Warren Russell is the founder and CEO of eyeDP, an AI-powered platform that is redefining the docume ...
  2. The introduction of the Nevis Online Gaming Ordinance 2025 marks a defining step for the Caribbean’s ...
  3. What are the new innovations driving the growth of the sports betting industry? How are strategic pa ...

    Sponsored by
    Delasport

11:10
  1. Alfonso González García is the Co-founder of Whizdom AI, where he leads the development of advanced ...
11:20
  1. Harpo Lilja is Founder & CEO of Tugi Tark and a leading voice in iGaming player support innovation. ...
11:30
  1. Find out DGOJ focus and key regulatory and enforcement priorities and ask your questions to ensure y ...
11:35
  1. CEO, Co-Founder & Entrepreneur with 12+ Year Experienced C-Level Marketing and Management Executive ...
11:40
  1. Pitch ICE Stage
    Philisiwe Bhengu, Founder and Director of Research iGaming (RI Experts), created to bridge the gap b ...
11:45
  1. CompliancePlay AI was founded by Isabelle Zanzer and Ralitsa Eide, two experts in gambling complianc ...
  2. This session explores how unlocking the true value of your data is the critical differentiator betwe ...
12:05
  1. Joseph Somma is a driven entrepreneur and engineer, US-born, who studied in Italy and has worked in ...
12:20
  1. Jonathan has 25+ years of directing, producing, and writing award-winning documentaries, TV shows, c ...
12:45
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  2. A relaxed opportunity to meet the Microsoft team after the keynote, ask questions, and explore how o ...
13:00
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13:10
  1. Enterprise Stage
    This presentation traces the evolution of real-time avatar technology, moving beyond simple template ...
14:00
  1. A networking event exclusively for members of the Catalan association Acordjoc. Attendance is by inv ...
    La plaza
  2. What are new AI capabilities in fully automating the betting process, and how are partnerships betwe ...
  3. CC5.1
    Next-Gen Data Insights. Focused on the convergence of esports and betting, the Esports Betting Confe ...

    Sponsored by
    Oddin

  4. CC4.2, CC4.3 and CC4.4
    WGF roundtables are a 60-minure group-discussion based gathering (no slides are used) in which each ...
  5. CC5.2
    Unlocking Player Lifetime Value. This workshop at delivers actionable frameworks and innovative tact ...

    Sponsored by
    Fennica Gaming

  6. California has become ground zero in America’s fight against unregulated gambling. With the passage ...
  7. Recent bi-lateral gaming regulatory agreements across Africa are heralding a shift in approach to re ...
  8. Looking west to Alberta and BC, all eyes are on Canada with new casino licenses and online expansion ...
  9. Italy's gambling market is undergoing its biggest transformation in decades. A sweeping licensing re ...

    In Partnership with
    IGE

  10. Exploring the growing challenge of fake games and fraudulent casinos in the iGaming and gambling spa ...
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  13. Pitch ICE Stage
     
15:10
  1. Witness the welcome journey that lifted first-time deposits by 2.2 percentage points and delivered a ...
15:15
  1. Fast esports content, including eLeagues, has become an essential part of the modern sportsbook as o ...
  2. With a fresh process round for new IR licenses by December 2027, what’s the latest on Osaka and beyo ...
  3. Brazil reported 17.7M bets in the first 6 months of its regulated market, yet one year in, is it sti ...
  4. Operators have expressed frustration over Finland’s uncertain regulatory path leading up to the 2027 ...
15:30
  1. In an increasingly competitive and innovative market, segmentation is essential if marketing campaig ...
15:45
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16:00
  1. 2026 World Cup Betting Outlook: Overcoming Barriers to Betting With excitement building around the 2 ...
  2. Hosted by African Americans in Gaming, this vibrant networking event brings together industry profes ...
  3. Social addictions are not merely a response to the digital environment, but a reflection of emotiona ...
  4. The Bookmakers Cup is Oddin’s own tournament, bringing together players from ICE exhibitors and Oddi ...
16:05
  1. How are gen-z's digital habits influencing their expectations of their iGaming experiences? How can ...
  2. CC5.1
    Esports doesn’t need to feel complex. In this 15-minute session Esports Charts showcases how easy-to ...
16:20
  1. In this fast-paced update, ESIC Commissioner Ian Smith cuts through the noise to present the real pi ...
16:30
  1. Briefing delivered by the National Police – an opportunity to hear the results of the police campaig ...
    La Plaza
  2. Predictions markets and sports betting are becoming increasingly integrated and accelerating innovat ...
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  4. The German gambling market struggles with strict controls and a booming black market. Can stakeholde ...
  5. While the Andes nations (Colombia, Peru, Chile, and Ecuador) may share a mountain range, they certai ...
16:35
  1. How immersive engagement tools are redefining bettor behaviour, retention and revenue in the new era ...
17:00
  1. Enterprise Stage
  2. Recognition of excellence across the casino and gaming sector.
  3. Un encuentro para poner en valor el Plan de Formación Continua de ANESAR como eje del desarrollo pro ...
    La Plaza
17:30
  1. CC4 Delegate Lounge
    Set to the beat of gaming's hottest emerging markets, conference and workshop delegates enjoy an exc ...

    In Partnership with
    WIGA
     

10:00
  1. Two professional EAFC players will be in the Esports Arena, offering ICE attendees the rare chance t ...
  2. For delegations and stakeholders Association-led open space meeting and media engagement
  3. CC4.1
    Fortifying Your Digital Defences. This workshop at equips iGaming professionals with the critical kn ...

    Sponsored by
    Greco

  4. A Technical Toolkit for Success in Growth Markets. The essential toolkit and actionable strategies f ...
  5. Mastering Responsible Gaming for Sustainable Growth. Develop the essential strategies and best pract ...
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10:30
  1. Leading Change: Steering Transformation in the Global Gaming Industry - Then and Now In this exclusi ...
  2. Operators in regulated markets are already reporting deepfake onboarding attempts indistinguishable ...
10:50
  1. In physical venues, player support relies on human judgement, observation, and in-person communicati ...
  2. As regulation expands rapidly across global markets, from the Philippines to India, operators and su ...
11:10
  1. As key markets like Brazil, Nigeria and Cameroon have transitioned from grey operations, with a domi ...
  2. Most gaming operators continue to spend more each year on cybersecurity — yet outages, fraud, and br ...
  3. As gambling products, customer behaviour, and regulatory expectations evolve, traditional safer gamb ...
15:00
  1. Hosted by ICE Networking cocktail with delegates, partners & media to close ICE & Casa Brasil 2026
10:00
  1. Celebrate the finale of World Gaming Week with LMG’s High Stakes Football & Poker Event. Kick off wi ...
12:00
  1. Mana 75
    Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first serve basis A networking event after ...