IAGR announces program for IAGR2025 conference in Toronto

The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has released the program for its upcoming annual conference, to be held in Toronto from 20-23 October.

With the theme ‘Resilient regulation: Exploring what works, why and what’s next’, the event brings together global regulators and thought leaders to examine how regulatory frameworks can evolve to meet today’s challenges.

The four-day program explores timely issues, including the rise of AI and behavioural analytics, the impact of converging technologies, cross-border collaboration and the continued push to strengthen responsible gambling policies.

IAGR President Ben Haden said the program offers a strong preview of the content and conversations delegates can expect in Toronto.

‘This year’s program showcases the breadth and complexity of the challenges facing gambling regulators worldwide, from protecting player wellbeing to tackling illegal markets and understanding new technologies,’ Haden said.

‘I encourage regulators, researchers and policy professionals from around the world to join us in Toronto. The conference is a space to learn, share experience, challenge assumptions and shape the future of effective, collaborative regulation.’

Confirmed speakers and panellists include:

• Andrew Rhodes, CEO, Gambling Commission, Great Britain
• Anders Dorph, Director, Danish Gambling Authority, Denmark
• Dr Karin Schnarr, CEO and Registrar, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, Canada
• Mark Vander Linden, Director of Research and Responsible Gaming and Carrie Torrisi, Chief of Sports Wagering Division, Massachusetts Gaming Commission, United States
• Bashir Are, CEO, Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority, Nigeria
• Teo Chun Ching, Chief Executive, Gambling Regulatory Authority, Singapore
• Ladipo Abiose Akolade, Founder, GamblePause Initiative Africa, Nigeria
• Rasmus Kjaergaard, CEO, Mindway AI, Denmark
• Tracy Parker, Senior Vice President, Accreditation, Advisory and Insights, Responsible Gambling Council, Canada
• Pedro Romero, Chief of Safer Gambling Partnerships, BetBlocker, Gibraltar
• Sonia Wasowska, Head of Supervision, General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, United Arab Emirates
• Steven Blackburn, Partner, Ashurst Risk Advisory, Australia

The event will be held at The Westin Harbour Castle on Toronto’s waterfront.