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AI and Invisible KYC: Shaping the Future of Online Casinos at SBC Summit
SBC Summit 2026 explores iGaming product design and whether invisible identity checks can become reality, with ticket prices ranging up to €999.

SBC Awards 2026: Triple Nomination for Immense Group Brands Mr Vegas and Mega Riches
Immense Group has secured three finalist spots at the upcoming SBC Awards 2026 in Lisbon, recognizing its brands Mr Vegas and Mega Riches for excellence.

SBC Summit 2026: TAP Air Portugal Collaboration Offers Flight Discounts for Attendees
SBC has announced TAP Air Portugal as the official airline partner for its 2026 Lisbon summits, offering delegates up to 15 percent off flight fares.

SBC Awards 2026: Kanggiten and Betsson Lead Industry Award Shortlist
The nominees for the 13th SBC Awards in Lisbon have been announced. Featuring 38 categories and 1,200 guests, the event on October 1, 2026, marks a major industry highlight.

Prediction Markets Under Fire: Why the Financial Loophole for Betting Is Closing Fast
Roman Baranovskyi of SBSB Fintech Lawyers breaks down Portugal's block of Polymarket and the new ESMA stance that could ban binary event contracts across all 27 EU states.

AI Academy in Lisbon: Fighting Deepfakes and Fraud in Gaming
From September 29 to October 1, 2026, around 40,000 industry professionals will gather in Lisbon to master AI-driven fraud prevention at the new AI Academy.

Cirsa expands in Portugal: Casino Figueira acquisition strengthens omnichannel strategy
Cirsa has entered the Portuguese casino market by acquiring a majority stake in Sociedade Figueira Praia S.A. The company plans to consolidate its omnichannel strategy, having posted Q1 revenues of €623 million.

AI lowers the barrier significantly for fraud in online gambling
Artificial intelligence makes it easier for fraudsters to carry out sophisticated fraud attempts in iGaming, according to Mário Cardoso, Fraud & Risk Manager at Solverde.pt. The need for robust KYC processes is more urgent than ever.

SBC Summit 2026: Direct access to regulators for enhanced exchange
The SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon launches a new format from September 29 to October 1. The "Regulatory Gaming Meetups" connect industry representatives and regulators from over 20 jurisdictions to discuss compliance and market developments.

iGaming Club Lisbon 2026: Industry Leaders to Convene in Portugal
Hundreds of industry professionals will gather in September for the iGaming Club Lisbon 2026 event. AffPapa expects around 600 delegates.
