by Mike Kiely, Sales Director
Recently, the Aristotle team had the privilege of sponsoring and attending the Payments, Fraud & Compliance Gaming Leaders’ Summit in London — an exclusive, invite-only gathering for senior leaders and decision-makers within the iGaming space.
The summit brought together a unique mix of experts across regulation, compliance, fraud prevention, and payments industries. What made this event particularly valuable was the calibre of conversations: open, forward-looking, and firmly grounded in real-world challenges.
Exploring the Future of iGaming
Over the course of the summit, attendees participated in a series of thought-provoking panels that explored both the opportunities and threats facing the iGaming industry. Topics ranged widely, including subjects such as The Future of Gaming in Grey and Black Markets and How AI is Revolutionising Gambling Dynamics, and many more absorbing subjects to boot.
These panels weren’t just high-level conversations. They featured a mix of regulators, operators, innovators, and even the Secretary General — sparking rich, sometimes heated, but always productive dialogue.
The Central Theme: Innovation vs. Regulation
What emerged as a consistent thread across sessions was the tension — and opportunity — at the intersection of innovation and regulation. With technology evolving rapidly, particularly in the areas of AI and data integration, the need to rethink traditional compliance frameworks has never been more urgent.
Some of the most resonant insights from the summit included:
- KYC and Promo Abuse Are Converging
Where these issues were once treated as separate domains, the consensus now is clear: identity verification and fraud prevention need to be addressed holistically. The rise of deepfake technology and AI-generated identities means that siloed approaches are no longer sufficient. A cross-functional, collaborative strategy is critical.
- Regulatory APIs Are Redefining Trust
One of the most exciting developments is the emergence of regulatory APIs, which are making it possible to build systems that are not only faster and more secure, but also inherently more auditable. These integrations can streamline compliance processes while increasing transparency — a win-win for regulators and operators alike.
- Collaboration Isn’t Optional
In an increasingly globalised and regulated industry, compliance at scale is only possible through collaboration. Operators, tech providers, and regulators need to work together in real time to stay ahead of both policy shifts and evolving threats.
Final Thoughts
The summit reinforced what many in the industry already suspect: we’re entering a new era for iGaming — one where compliance, trust, and innovation must advance hand-in-hand.
It was an exceptional opportunity for Aristotle to connect with leaders in Payments, Fraud, and Compliance, and to hear first-hand how the industry is adapting to the challenges and possibilities ahead. We’re excited to continue driving innovation that supports both operators and regulators as the landscape evolves.