Publication date: 1 May 2026
iGaming DACH Summit 2026 is the premier B2B conference for operators, affiliates, payment providers, and legal professionals working in the German, Austrian, and Swiss markets. From December 3–4, 2026, over 500 industry professionals will gather in Vienna to tackle regulatory changes (Interstate Treaty, GGL), marketing strategies under advertising restrictions, local payments, responsible gambling, and compliance. This is the only event of the year focused exclusively on iGaming in the DACH region — no fluff, just practical insights and direct access to decision-makers.
iGaming DACH Summit 2026 – December 3–4, Vienna, Austria
The 3rd Annual iGaming DACH Summit will take place on December 3–4, 2026 in Vienna, Austria. This is the key event for the iGaming industry in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). The summit will bring together industry leaders, regulators, and innovators to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of the region.
Event program
December 3, 2026
- 10:00 – Registration & Refreshments
- 10:30 – 16:00 – Conference & Expo
- 16:30 – 21:00 – The “Coolest” iGaming Welcoming Evening
December 4, 2026
- 10:00 – Registration & Refreshments
- 10:30 – 17:00 – Conference & Expo
- 16:30 – 18:00 – Farewell Drinks
iGaming DACH Summit 2026: What Will Be Discussed in Vienna
The theme of the 2026 summit is “Driving Growth Across the Region”. The conference will serve as a collaborative platform for leaders, regulators, and innovators working in the German, Austrian, and Swiss markets.
Day 1 (December 3) focuses on the regulatory and structural evolution of the DACH market. Key topics include:
- Analysis of Germany’s Interstate Treaty review.
- Austria’s potential shift from a monopoly to a multi-licence model.
- Affordability reform, KYC innovation, and the fight against the black market.
Day 2 (December 4) focuses on practical responses from operators:
- Responsible gambling and data-driven player protection.
- AI implementation and compliance tools.
- Game development under strict regulatory constraints.
- Emerging models shaping the future of the DACH market.
The summit’s true value lies in creating an interactive space for dialogue and actionable strategies tailored to the dynamics of the DACH market.
Key Topics at iGaming DACH Summit 2026: Regulation, Marketing, Payments, Responsible Gambling
- The DACH regulatory environment: latest changes in German (Interstate Treaty), Austrian, and Swiss legislation.
- Compliance with the requirements of Glücksspielbehörde (GGL) and other regulators.
- Marketing and customer retention: effective strategies under strict advertising restrictions.
- Payment solutions: adapting to local payment methods, security, and fraud monitoring.
- Responsible gambling (RG) and technologies to prevent problem gambling.
- Affiliate marketing in DACH: new opportunities and risks.
- AI and data-driven approaches in compliance and player protection.
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Who Should Attend iGaming DACH Summit 2026: Operators, Affiliates, Legal Experts
The event is designed for executives and specialists from iGaming-related companies:
- online casinos and sportsbooks;
- software and platform providers;
- payment solution providers;
- affiliates and partnership networks;
- legal and consulting firms;
- marketing and advertising agencies;
- regulators and compliance specialists;
Why You Should Attend
- Focus on DACH: Deep dive into the specifics of your target market.
- Expert Content: Sessions by practitioners and regulators with real-world experience.
- Quality Networking: Direct contact with decision-makers from leading companies in the region.
- Solution Showcase: Present your products and services to an audience interested in the DACH market.
- Venue: Beautiful Vienna — the perfect setting to wrap up the business year.
Tickets for iGaming DACH Summit 2026: Prices and Participation Formats
Based on past events by the organizer (Eventus International), two ticket types are expected:
- Delegate Pass — for operators, affiliates, and regulators (approximately €595).
- Supplier Pass — for software providers, payment solutions, and service providers (approximately €1495).
Ticket price includes: access to all sessions and the exhibition, participation in networking events, lunches, and coffee breaks. Check exact prices and special offers during registration on the official website.
Note: Free tickets are not available. Registration requires payment of the corresponding participation package.
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Past iGaming DACH Summits
Each year, the iGaming DACH Summit sets the tone for working in the German-speaking markets. Here are the key topics and takeaways from previous events.
iGaming DACH Summit 2025 | December 3–4 | Vienna, Austria
The conference brought together key operators, software providers, payment solutions, and legal experts working in the German, Austrian, and Swiss markets. The main theme: how to maintain profitability amid tightening regulations (GGL, Interstate Treaty). Over 50 speakers took the stage, including practitioners and regulators.
Discussions covered:
- compliance with new requirements and risk management;
- marketing without traditional advertising;
- payment localization and fraud monitoring;
- responsible gambling (RG) and player protection technologies;
- affiliate programs in the new legal reality.
The summit confirmed its status as the main B2B platform for DACH: quality content, targeted audience (operators, affiliates, suppliers), and private meetings with industry leaders. Affiliates got a special focus on how partnership models work in the region without standard advertising tools.
iGaming DACH Summit 2024: Event Recap
The October 2024 summit in Vienna attracted a record 400+ participants from over 25 countries. The key focus was adapting to initial results from the federal regulator GGL and finding effective strategies amid tightening advertising restrictions.
Key Summit Outcomes:
- 35+ expert sessions with participation from GGL representatives and European lawyers.
- Panel discussion “The Future of DACH Licensing: What Awaits the Market in 2025-2026?”
- Case studies from leading operators on effective customer retention with limited marketing opportunities.
- Workshop on implementing responsible gaming tools according to new requirements.
About iGaming DACH Summit
iGaming DACH Summit is an annual industry conference specializing exclusively in the Germany, Austria, and Switzerland markets. The event was established in response to growing demand for a specialized platform addressing the unique challenges and opportunities of the DACH region.
The summit is organized by international event company Eventus International – the organizer of iGaming DACH Summit 2025. The organizing team brings over 15 years of experience in producing specialized events for the iGaming industry.
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