GLI Reaffirms Sponsorship of Gala Dinner at Regulating the Game 2026

As Regulating the Game prepares for its sixth edition in Sydney, GLI’s continued sponsorship of the Gala Dinner reinforces the conference’s vital role in shaping future gaming policy, fostering innovation, and cultivating ethical leadership worldwide.

Regulating the Game announced that Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) will return as the Gala Dinner sponsor for the 2026 conference, reaffirming its status as a foundation sponsor and valued partner in promoting regulatory excellence, sector integrity, and global collaboration.

Now in its sixth edition, Regulating the Game has established itself as a leading international conference for gambling law, policy, and compliance as well as showcasing industry innovation and leadership. The event returns to Sydney in March 2026 with a bold and dynamic program designed to advance capability, challenge conventional thinking, and cultivate ethical and innovative leadership across the sector.

GLI’s renewed sponsorship highlights its enduring commitment to industry integrity and its strong alignment with the conference’s mission to promote evidence-led policy, ethical governance, and safer gambling outcomes.

Paul Newson, principal at Vanguard Overwatch and founder of Regulating the Game, welcomed the continued partnership: “GLI has been an unwavering supporter since the inception of Regulating the Game. Their ongoing sponsorship of the Gala Dinner not only enhances the event’s prestige but reflects a shared dedication to strengthening regulatory frameworks and industry resilience through global engagement, thought leadership, and rigorous standards.”

For over 35 years, GLI has provided world-class testing, certification, and professional services to regulators, suppliers, and operators across 710+ jurisdictions. GLI’s unwavering focus on independence and integrity has made it a trusted partner in supporting secure and compliant gaming markets.

Ian Hughes, chief commercial officer / CEO, APAC said: “At GLI, our mission is to help ensure the integrity of the global gaming industry through independent and trusted services. We are honoured to continue supporting Regulating the Game, a conference that champions innovation, fosters policy and industry dialogue, and helps shape the future of gaming through thought leadership, education and collaboration.”

The Regulating the Game 2026 Gala Dinner – one of the conference’s premier networking and celebration events – will again provide delegates with a memorable evening of exceptional hospitality, engagement, and recognition of sector leadership.

With Pitch! at the Sydney Opera House, an expanded Exhibition footprint and growing international program of regulatory and industry stewards, expert led masterclasses and panels, Regulating the Game 2026 is set to elevate regulatory discourse and strengthen cross-sector alliances.