LiGA Summit 2026 is now less than two months away, and new speaker commentary released ahead of the 17 and 18 September gathering in Lima, Peru points to a Latin American gaming industry moving from scattered national rules toward shared standards across the region. The event runs at El Pardo Lima, a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, and brings operators, regulators, affiliates, suppliers and technology providers together as Peru settles into its own new licensing framework.
Key Highlights
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LiGA Summit 2026 runs 17 and 18 September at El Pardo Lima, a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Lima, Peru
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New speaker commentary details Latin America’s shift toward shared regulatory standards rather than identical national rules
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Prediction Markets Summit Americas runs alongside the main summit as a half day track on 18 September
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New confirmed speakers include leaders from Nexlaw LegalTech and Compliance, Azar Latino and Samohod Law Firm
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Registration for both events is open at the official site
A Region Settling Into New Rules
The summit lands as Peru works through its own new gaming licensing framework, a process being watched closely by neighboring markets still shaping their own rules. Sessions across the two day programme will spotlight the practical side of that transition, including affiliate compliance, responsible marketing, anti money laundering and know your customer requirements, and player protection, as operators adjust to a more structured regulatory environment.
What the Agenda Covers
Day one, Thursday 17 September, opens with sessions on Peru’s new gaming licensing era and its impact on both online and land based market stability, Peru’s position at the centre of LatAm iGaming, and the rise of creator affiliates across the region through TikTok, YouTube and short form performance marketing. Day two, Friday 18 September, turns to the new age of anti money laundering and know your customer rules in Peru’s digital betting market, responsible marketing amid tightening compliance standards, and innovation across land based casinos in Latin America.
Prediction Markets Get Their Own Stage
Running alongside the main programme on 18 September, the Prediction Markets Summit Americas returns as an open, interactive roundtable exploring the opportunities, challenges and future of prediction markets across Latin America. Discussion themes include building trust in event based products through fraud prevention, cybersecurity and market integrity, Brazil’s regulatory approach and how prediction markets fit within betting, fintech and digital assets, and product innovation drawn from lessons learned across sportsbooks and affiliates.
The track lands as global scrutiny of prediction markets keeps intensifying. State regulators in the United States have sued platforms including Kalshi and Polymarket over how event contracts should be classified, and US traders already account for roughly a quarter of tracked offshore prediction market volume, giving Latin American regulators a live case study to weigh as they consider their own approach.
Regulatory Cooperation, Not Uniformity
Sergio Poves Vidal, LatAm Gaming, Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Advisor at Nexlaw LegalTech and Compliance, previewed his keynote on why common standards matter more than matching laws: “At LiGA Summit 2026, I will be sharing insights on how stronger regulatory cooperation across Latin America can help build more aligned, transparent, and sustainable gaming markets. The key challenge is not to create identical regulations across the region, but to develop shared standards around licensing, compliance, integrity, and responsible innovation. This is essential for supporting market growth while protecting consumers and strengthening trust in the regulated industry.”
Player Expectations Are Changing Fast
Israel Vasquez, Brand and Content Manager at Azar Latino, framed his keynote around how quickly player behaviour and technology are moving together: “Latin America’s iGaming sector is entering a decisive phase, where expanding into new markets and understanding the evolving behaviours of players from both regulated and unregulated environments will be key to anticipating the future of entertainment. While operators and suppliers in regulated jurisdictions continue to face complex challenges, this moment demands a stronger alliance between creativity and legal frameworks to elevate and professionalise the industry. With AI driven solutions, deeper collaboration with game providers, and the rise of local talent across the region, the market is already shaping a new era of transformation for iGaming in 2026 and beyond.”
The Case for Balanced Regulation
From a legal perspective, Nicolás Samohod, Founder and Managing Partner of Samohod Law Firm, previewed a talking point centered on why moderation matters as much as structure: “Intelligent regulation, with a legal framework that provides legal certainty to operators, under a technical and non confiscatory tax regime, is the best guarantee for an orderly, formal, safe and successful gaming market.”
Who Else Is Speaking
LiGA Summit 2026 and the Prediction Markets Summit Americas bring together a distinguished lineup of operators, affiliates, legal experts and technology providers from across Latin America and beyond. Confirmed contributors include Celeste Arredondo, Founder of International Gaming Women; Jonathan Felix, Chief Executive Officer at Global Business Company de Peru; Lucas Tapia Luna, CRM Marketing Manager for Sportsbook and Casino at Apuesto.com, Rojabet and Latribet; Milagros Gabriela Seijas Peralta, Head of Legal and Compliance at La Tinka; and Renzo Escalante, Chief Executive Officer at Clases Play, with more speakers still being confirmed.
Registration and Press Details
Registration for LiGA Summit 2026 and the Prediction Markets Summit Americas is open now at the event’s official registration page. Both are produced by Eventus International. Sponsorship inquiries can be directed to Lou Mari Burnett, Chief Operating Officer at Eventus International.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the LiGA Summit 2026 taking place?
LiGA Summit 2026 is scheduled for 17 and 18 September in Lima, Peru.
Where will the LiGA Summit 2026 be held?
The summit will take place at El Pardo Lima, a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel.
What is the focus of the discussions at LiGA Summit 2026?
The summit will focus on the shift toward shared regulatory standards in the Latin American gaming industry, including topics like affiliate compliance and responsible marketing.
Who are some of the confirmed speakers for the summit?
New confirmed speakers include leaders from Nexlaw LegalTech and Compliance, Azar Latino, and Samohod Law Firm.
