Monday 07/10

In this session experts will discuss the gender-specific aspects of problem gambling, particularly how it affects women, the challenges and the societal factors behind. This panel discussion will provide a valuable platform for understanding and addressing the often hidden and stigmatized issue of women and problem gambling.

Moderator: Christina Golna, Head Policy Change and Management Consulting, Innowth Ltd, Greece
Panellists:
• Diana Thorogood, Senior Programme Manager, Women’s Programme, Gamcare, UK
• Eva Symeonidou, Policy officer, Cyprus National Addictions Authority
• Liz Karter, Expert in Gambling Addiction Therapy & Counselling, Level Ground Therapy

Regulators and policy makers discuss the influence of regulatory changes on the promotion of safer gambling practices. In the past decade there have been significant changes in the way governments and regulatory bodies approach the gambling sector, in order to prioritize player safety, minimize harm, and promote safer gambling environments. This panel discussion aims to presents these transformations and assess their impact on the industry, players, and society at large.

Moderator: Dr. Joerg Hofmann, Partner Melchers law firm, Germany
Panellists:
• Dr. Anders Basbøll, Chief Adviser, Data and Systems, Danish Gambling Authority, Denmark
• Luke Camilleri, Player Protection Manager, Malta Gaming Authority, Malta
• Morgane Austruy, Director of Excessive Gambling Prevention and Gambler’s Protection, National Gambling Authority(ANJ), France
• Spyros Tsakonitis, Head of Legal, National Betting Authority, Cyprus
• Steve Mees, Managing Director, Gaming Commission, Belgium

The presentation “From Compliance to a Sustainable Gambling Industry” seeks to address the critical transition and integration of compliance measures into sustainable practices within the gambling industry. It highlights the importance of evolving beyond mere adherence to legal standards, instead fostering an environment that actively promotes responsibility, accountability, and sustainability. This evolution is necessary not only for the ethical considerations but also for the long-term viability and prosperity of the gambling sector.

An insightful and informative panel discussion about the role of the gambling industry in ensuring the protection and well-being of players. In this session, industry leaders and experts, will explore the various aspects of player protection and safer gambling practices. What are the industry’s responsibilities and initiatives and how do stakeholder can work together on this matter.

Moderator:Laura Da Silva, Sustainability Director, SG:Certified
Panellists:
• Nikos Nikaris, Senior Business Development Consultant, bet365, UK

• Ioannis Spanoudakis, Chief Compliance and Regulatory Affairs Officer, Kaizen Gaming Ltd, Greece

• Simon Vincze, Sustainable & Safer Gambling Lead, Casino Guru, Slovakia
• Katerina Giannakakou, Legal Manager – Responsible Gaming & Corporate Compliance, OPAP

In this session, industry experts, policymakers, and advocates will come together to explore the challenges, recent bans, and potential future directions for the gambling sectors advertising practices. Recent regulatory changes and advertising bans in various jurisdictions have sparked intense debates and prompted the industry to reassess its strategies. Our distinguished panelists will address critical questions and topics, such as regulatory developments, social responsibility, emerging trends, and sustainability.

Moderator: Dr. Joerg Hofmann, Partner Melchers law firm, Germany
Panellists:

• Dr. Alan Littler, Gaming Lawyer, Kalff Katz & Franssen Attorneys at Law
• Katerina Papageorgiou, Lawyer, Parimatch, Cyprus
• Vasiliki Panousi, Manager- EU Affairs, EGBA, Brussels