iGaming Club Lisbon 2026: Industry Leaders to Convene in Portugal

The Portuguese capital Lisbon will once again become a meeting point for the international iGaming industry this September. The iGaming Club Lisbon 2026, organized by AffPapa, promises an exclusive networking event bringing together executives, affiliates, and providers. The event is scheduled for September 28, 2026, and is set to precede other major industry gatherings, offering attendees an initial opportunity for exchange. It has established itself as one of the sector's leading networking evenings.

The iGaming Club Lisbon has built a reputation over the years. It provides an informal setting where new partnerships can be forged, existing contacts nurtured, and ideas exchanged. This year, a balanced mix of around 600 participants is expected to maximize networking effectiveness. The event runs from 7 pm until midnight, providing ample time for intensive discussions and relationship building.

Numbers and facts

AffPapa has confirmed that iGaming Club Lisbon will take place on September 28, 2026. Approximately 600 delegates are expected, comprising 40 percent affiliates, 40 percent operators, and 20 percent B2B providers. This allocation is intended to ensure an optimal mix for business interactions, according to the organizer. "We’ve hosted iGaming Club events in different cities over the years, and one thing has stayed the same: the best business usually starts with a simple conversation," said Levon Nikoghosyan, CEO of AffPapa and iGaming Club. "We’re excited to see familiar faces and meet new ones in Lisbon, a fantastic place to bring the right people together in the right environment!" The event is seen as a valuable opportunity to strengthen networks and explore new commercial opportunities before the industry's biggest gatherings.

Background

Such networking events are essential for the fast-paced iGaming industry. They enable stakeholders to discuss current trends, regulations, and technological developments. Lisbon, as a venue, offers not only an attractive backdrop but also good accessibility for international visitors. The event's structure, ensuring a balanced representation of various stakeholder groups, is key to its success. The aim is to create a platform where all relevant parties can meet and benefit from each other. The event also serves as a barometer for industry sentiment and upcoming challenges and opportunities.

Why it matters for German players

The iGaming Club Lisbon 2026 has no direct impact on players in Germany. It is a business event. However, indirectly, such meetings are important. They set the course for future developments. Providers aiming for or already holding a license from Germany's Joint Gaming Authority of the Federal States (GGL) also participate in such international forums. Germany, with its State Treaty on Gambling 2021 (GlüStV 2021), has created a highly regulated market. Online casinos with a GGL license must comply with strict requirements. These include a monthly deposit limit of 1,000 euros and a stake limit of 1 euro per spin on slot machines. The central LUGAS system monitors these limits and prevents simultaneous play at different providers. These measures are intended to increase player protection and combat gambling addiction. The iGaming Club Lisbon could offer providers a platform to discuss adaptations to such regulations or to forge partnerships for the regulated market.

What it means for GGL-licensed casinos

For online casinos holding a German GGL license, participation in such conferences is important. They can exchange best practices in the regulated segment and learn how other providers handle stricter requirements. Networking with B2B providers is also crucial, as they offer solutions for player protection, data management, and age verification – all core GGL requirements. International trends in advertising and marketing strategies within compliance rules are also relevant topics. The GGL's German whitelist is the gold standard here. Only providers listed there are permitted to legally offer their services in Germany. It is unlikely that direct deals with illegal operators for the German market will be initiated at the event. Instead, the focus is on strengthening collaborations in accordance with national regulations.