IAGR has announced the programme for its 2026 Annual Conference in Lima, Peru, which will take place October 19–22 to bring together global regulators and industry leaders to address the future of gaming regulation.
Held under the theme “Steady Hands, Shifting Ground: Advancing Regulation in a Connected World,” the four-day conference will feature more than 40 expert-led sessions covering critical topics such as emerging technologies, illegal gambling, prediction markets, AML/CFT frameworks, responsible gambling, sports integrity, regulatory innovation and international cooperation.
“Gaming regulation is evolving at an unprecedented pace, with many of today’s challenges extending well beyond traditional borders,” said Ben Haden, President of IAGR. “The 2026 programme is designed to foster meaningful dialogue, share practical solutions and strengthen collaboration among regulators confronting increasingly complex global issues.”
A highlight of the event will be keynote addresses from two of the industry’s most influential regulatory figures. Mike Dreitzer, Chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, will present The Future of Gaming Regulation, while Sarah Gardner, Acting CEO of the UK Gambling Commission, will discuss recent developments in Great Britain and their implications for the global gaming sector. Together, their presentations will offer valuable insight into how leading jurisdictions are adapting to technological advancements, shifting consumer behavior and changing market dynamics.
Reflecting IAGR’s international reach, the programme features regulatory leaders and industry experts from North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Discussions will focus on practical solutions to regulatory challenges, including combating illegal gambling, strengthening wagering integrity, enhancing responsible gambling initiatives and addressing financial crime risks in digital gaming environments.
“The response we have received internationally to the Lima conference has been extremely encouraging,” shared Brian Krolicki, Vice President of IAGR. “In conversations with regulators and other leaders around the world, there is a clear recognition that many of the most important issues confronting gaming regulation can no longer be addressed effectively by jurisdictions acting alone. There is a genuine appetite for greater international collaboration, and Lima provides an important opportunity to turn that shared interest into stronger relationships, practical cooperation and sustained dialogue.”
Key speakers at IAGR Lima 2026 include:
- Javier Milián, Lotería Nacional de Beneficencia (El Salvador) — offering a Latin American lottery perspective.
- Moustapha Camara, Chairman of the Board, LONASE (Senegal Lottery)
- Paul Brodeur, Commissioner, Massachusetts Gaming Commission
- Jason Lane, Chief Executive, Jersey Gambling Commission — moderating a session on AML/CFT and gambling payments.
- Manuela Croci and Sonia Wasowska, GCGRA (UAE) — speaking on anti-money laundering, and regulatory design for newer jurisdictions, respectively.
- Cyril Casanova, CEO, Sharp Vision
- Marc Dunbar, President, International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL) / Partner, Jones Walker
- Tomás Enrique García Botta — moderating a session on prediction markets, event contracts, and regulatory arbitrage.
- Pedro Romero, Chief of Safer Gambling Partnerships, BetBlocker — speaking on cross-border self-exclusion.
- Andrew Rhodes, Principal Consultant, Hawkbridge (former CEO, British Gambling Commission) — moderating the Opening Plenary, “The Regulator’s Mandate in a Connected Market”.
- Ross Parker, Group Director of Corporate and Regulatory Affairs, Entain
- Adam Bjorn, Plannatech — speaking on sports wagering integrity and event-market convergence.
New for 2026, IAGR will introduce its inaugural Emerging Technology Showcase, providing regulators with direct access to technologies designed to support oversight, compliance and consumer protection. The showcase will highlight innovative applications in areas such as data analytics, AML/CFT monitoring, sports integrity and responsible gambling, while also examining emerging gaming products that may require new regulatory approaches.
Participation is limited and subject to IAGR approval. Technology providers interested in being considered for the Showcase may submit a nomination to [email protected].
“One of IAGR’s greatest strengths is its ability to bring together regulators from around the world to solve common challenges,” added Kevin Mullally, CEO of IAGR. “The Lima conference will not only address today’s most pressing issues but also help shape the regulatory frameworks of tomorrow.”
In addition to keynote presentations and conference sessions, attendees can participate in regulator-only forums, working groups, networking events, the IAGR Annual General Meeting, and the prestigious IAGR Awards Gala. Registration is now open, with accommodation available at the JW Marriott Lima, the conference’s official host venue.
The full programme, registration details and hotel information can be found at iagr.org/lima-2026.
