Anticipation is building for day 1 of the SBC Summit Lisbon 2025, which is scheduled to commence today and launch a week dedicated to innovation, inspiration, and worldwide industry leadership.
The inaugural day features a remarkable schedule of sessions designed to establish a dynamic tone for the entire summit.
- Football Icons to Discuss the Unifying Influence of the Sport From 10:45–11:30 on the Super Stage, the world of football will be in the spotlight with the Legends Charity Game: The Positive Power of Football. Summit delegates will have the opportunity to hear from a lineup of global icons, including Roberto Carlos, John Terry, Alessandro Del Piero, Kaká, Carles Puyol, Michael Owen, Edwin van der Sar, Henrik Larsson, Gheorghe Hagi, Marco Materazzi, Nani, Ricardo Quaresma, Javier Saviola, Petr Čech, Christian Karembeu, Youri Djorkaeff, Giorgos Karagounis, Marek Hamšík, Krassimir Balakov, Beto, Maniche, Bruno Alves, and Dani. The conversation, led by moderator Kirsty Gallacher, will delve into topics such as achieving peak performance, building a personal brand, and the worldwide influence of the sport.
- Developing the Next Wave of Trading Experts At 11:00–12:30 in the Media HQ Auditorium II, the Trading Masterclass: Introduction to Odds Compiling Techniques is designed to walk aspiring trading professionals through the core principles of creating events, tracking lines, and compiling odds for various sports. This session will be conducted by Jonathan Smith, the Founder of Sportsbook Training Services.
- Randi Zuckerberg to Present Keynote on Artificial Intelligence Innovation will be a key theme from 11:30–12:00 on the Super Stage when Randi Zuckerberg (Founder & CEO, Zuckerberg Media and HUG) presents her keynote address, “StAI Ahead: Upleveling Yourself and Your Business with AI.” She will offer critical perspectives on the potential and pitfalls of adopting AI, providing attendees with actionable strategies for utilizing the technology in their respective industries.
- Gaming Industry Leaders to Discuss the Future of the Sector From 12:00–12:45 on the Super Stage, several of the most recognized figures in iGaming will convene for the SUPER CEO PANEL: The Present and the Future of Gambling. The panel will feature Daniel Taylor (Flutter International), Neal Menashe (Super Group), Joanne Whittaker (BETFRED), and Jesper Svensson (Betsson Group), with Simon Lidzén (Fast Track) moderating. Sponsored by EveryMatrix, the discussion will address key issues such as regulation, the importance of player protection, and the transformative impact of technologies like AI and Web 3.0.
Regional Experts to Analyze Emerging Markets Two vital panels will run concurrently from 12:00–12:40:
- LATAM Leaders Panel – Latin America First (Stage 1) Speakers: Zeno Ossko (BetWarrior), Sebastián Salazar (Estelar Bet), Felipe Fraga (EstrelaBet), Dario Leiman (SOFTSWISS), Jesus Acevedo (LOTBA) Moderator: Karen Marcela Sierra-Hughes (GLI)
- Africa Leaders Panel – An Ever-Expanding Horizon (Stage 2) Speakers: Ronnie Whelan (Kingmakers), Sab Jhooti (Bonmoja), Laurence Michel (Betway Africa), Marcus Hanna (BetToMax)
These sessions will focus on the swift emergence of local operators, the necessity of cultural adaptation, and the optimal strategies for navigating regulation and investment within these growing markets.
Only the Beginning
The sessions highlighted here are just a fraction of the compelling discussions scheduled for day 1 of SBC Summit Lisbon 2025. Featuring international football stars, forward-thinking tech experts, and leading iGaming executives, the summit is prepared to launch with an impactful opening day that will establish the high standard for the week’s proceedings.
