In a strategic alliance designed to elevate the editorial depth of Europe’s affiliate landscape, AffPapa has officially named iGaming Real Talk as its primary media partner for the upcoming AffPapa Conference Madrid 2026.
This partnership brings together one of the industry’s most high-velocity networking events with a podcast platform renowned for its raw, “no-filter” discourse on the mechanics of gaming success.
Bringing the On-Site Studio Experience to Novotel
Hosted by the charismatic Surya Palli, iGaming Real Talk, originally launched as “The Manesh Palli Show”, has carved out a unique niche by interviewing the architects of the iGaming world. As part of this new mandate, Palli and his team will construct a bespoke, on-site podcast studio at the Novotel Madrid Center from May 18 to 20.
The studio will serve as a live hub for high-stakes interviews with a diverse cross-section of attendees, including Tier-1 operators, emerging affiliates, and B2B technological innovators.
The agenda for these sessions is set to tackle the most pressing variables of the 2026 market, including the ethical integration of AI, the evolution of affiliate-operator transparency, and localized strategies for high-growth emerging territories.
Leadership Perspectives on Industry Synergy
The editorial team at iGaming Real Talk highlighted the structural advantages of the Madrid event:
“We’re excited to partner with AffPapa, which has quickly become one of the most affiliate-centric events in the iGaming industry, thanks to its unique 40/40/20 audience balance and highly effective speed-dating networking format. Through this collaboration, iGaming Real Talk will bring honest, in-depth coverage of the event and key topics shaping the industry in 2026, from evolving affiliate-operator relationships to the role of AI and opportunities in emerging markets. We’ll also amplify the voices of affiliates, operators, and B2B leaders, while helping drive meaningful business connections across the ecosystem.”
Yeva Avagyan, Head of Commercial at AffPapa, noted the importance of the media partnership for the event’s global reach:
“We’re really happy to have iGaming Real Talk joining us for Madrid. Having them on-site is a strong addition to the overall experience and visibility of the conference.”
Awards, Workshops, and Networking
The AffPapa Conference Madrid 2026 promises to be the largest affiliate-led gathering to date. Beyond the podcast sessions, the three-day agenda includes a high-intensity padel tournament, specialized AI workshops powered by createIT, and the much-anticipated AffPapa iGaming Awards 2026.
The festival will conclude with a high-energy closing party featuring DJ Kryoman, solidifying Madrid’s position as a central pillar of the global iGaming calendar.
