SBC Summit has expanded its 2026 conference programme with the introduction of the Global Payment Compliance track, bringing together industry leaders to explore AML innovation, fraud prevention, regulatory change and the future of payment compliance on 30 September.
Bringing together operators, payment leaders, compliance specialists, legal experts and technology providers, the dedicated track will explore how businesses can strengthen payment ecosystems, combat emerging threats and adapt to increasingly complex regulatory requirements.
The Global Payment Compliance track will form part of the dedicated Payment Expert Summit stage, joining sessions focused on Fintech and Crypto & Blockchain across the three-day event.
Commenting on the importance of the track, Rasmus Sojmark, Founder and CEO of SBC, shared: “Payment compliance has become one of the industry’s biggest balancing acts. Operators are expected to strengthen fraud prevention, AML controls and regulatory oversight, while at the same time delivering the fast, seamless payment experiences that players demand.
“But success isn’t about choosing between compliance and customer experience; it’s about getting both right. The Global Payment Compliance track has been designed to help delegates understand the strategies, technologies and regulatory thinking that will allow them to do exactly that.”
Tackling AML, Risk and Regulatory Challenges
A key focus of the track will be the growing role of technology in strengthening anti-money laundering strategies without compromising customer experience.
The session “AML in Motion: Continuous Monitoring in Modern Gaming” will examine how operators are integrating the latest advances in AML compliance. Industry experts Luis Carlos Pérez (Lottofy), Gintarė Wycherley (SEON), James Boyles (Evoke) and Carmelo Mazza (Betaland/Enjoybet), moderated by George Rover (Princeton Global Strategies), will discuss how automation and intelligent risk detection can improve compliance while reducing friction for players.
Attention will also turn to Africa’s rapidly expanding gaming sector during “Cross-Border Compliance: Navigating AML Across African Markets.” As mobile money and alternative payment solutions continue to drive market growth, speakers Maruf Lawal (MOKO Afrika) and Adenike Oyebamiji (Velex Group), alongside moderator Maleek Oyiza (Tradabets), will explore how operators can manage differing regulatory requirements across jurisdictions while maintaining smooth payment journeys.
Balancing Compliance and Data Protection
Delegates will also have the opportunity to examine the relationship between regulatory obligations and player privacy in “How Much Is Too Much Data?”
The discussion will feature James Myles (Dragonbet), Miguel Godinho (Betclic Group) and Vana Demetriou (ZENOBET), moderated by Jochen Biewer (Chevron Group), who will explore how businesses can implement robust compliance processes while remaining aligned with evolving data protection requirements.
Preparing for the Future of Compliance
Additional sessions throughout the day will address emerging AML risks and future regulatory developments.
Topics include:
- “AML Readiness for Emerging Game Formats”
- “Prediction Markets, AI and the New Investment Arms Race”
- “Preparing for AMLA’s Full Rollout”
Together, these discussions will provide delegates with practical insights into emerging game formats, evolving financial oversight frameworks and the next phase of European AML regulation.
Dedicated Networking for Compliance Professionals
Beyond the conference programme, attendees will be able to continue discussions through a range of networking initiatives tailored specifically for payment and compliance professionals.
These include the Compliance Show Floor Tour, a guided networking experience hosted by the SBC team, offering delegates direct introductions to leading payment compliance exhibitors and their latest solutions.
Join 40,000 Industry Professionals in Lisbon
Taking place from 29 September to 1 October 2026, SBC Summit is expected to welcome 40,000 industry professionals to the Feira Internacional de Lisboa (FIL) and MEO Arena for three days of networking, exhibition and education.
Access to the conference is included with Conference, Business and VIP Passes, while delegates wishing to participate in the payment compliance sessions and networking activities will require a Business or VIP Pass.
