C-Level Casino Operator? Register for free
The Free VIP Passes are available to C-level casino operators attending 2025 events. A bespoke concierge service ensures a seamless and luxurious experience, and enables operators to focus entirely on networking and business growth. Benefits include access to networking dinners, expedited registration through a VIP Desk, and personalised recommendations and support to enhance your stay. By setting new benchmarks in event hospitality, SiGMA solidifies its reputation as a premier networking hub, delivering an unparalleled experience to top-tier professionals. Click here for more details.
Tap into one of the largest gaming markets in Europe
In 2025, SiGMA Central Europe will be held in Rome, Italy—a strategic move that positions the event in one of Europe’s most promising markets for gaming. Join us in Rome from the 3rd to 6th of November.
All roads lead to Rome
From the Roman empire to the Renaissance, the eternal city has long been a nexus for innovation and entrepreneurship. The country´s trajectory is hugely exciting. Still home to some of the greatest academics, scientists, and artists, the country has all the makings to become Europe’s next gaming hub.
Rome has also emerged as a top European city for digital entrepreneurship and startup growth. Italy, the continent’s fastest-growing country in venture capital investment, has seen funding soar. Initiatives like the Houses of Emerging Technologies underscore the nation’s commitment to fostering groundbreaking ideas, making Rome a prime destination for financial and technological advancement
Europe’s next gaming hub
Italy represents the largest untapped online gambling market in Europe, with total gambling revenue reaching €16 billion. Currently, only 25% of this market operates online, leaving €12 billion in offline revenue waiting to be unlocked. As player preferences shift online, Italy presents a rare opportunity for operators ready to expand in a high-potential, lucrative market. SiGMA Central Europe will be at the centre of this transformation, driving industry innovation and fostering essential connections for businesses eager to explore new opportunities.
Italy’s online gambling industry is set to achieve a revenue of €2.89 billion in 2024, reflecting a robust growth trend in the sector. According to Statista, Italy’s online gaming industry also has an anticipated annual growth rate of 5.52 percent from 2024 to 2029, and the market is expected to reach €3.78 billion by the end of the forecast period. This growth includes a projected revenue of €1.54 billion for the online casino segment alone in 2024.
Italy’s growing startup ecosystem
Italy is rapidly cementing its position as a leader in Europe’s venture capital landscape, earning a spot among the top 10 countries for VC investment. While much of Europe faced stagnation or decline in venture funding, Italy defied the trend, experiencing a remarkable surge in investment from €1.1 billion in 2021 to €2.3 billion in 2022. The momentum continued into 2024, with €1.195 billion raised in just the first three quarters, signaling growing confidence in the Italian startup ecosystem.
Over the last decade, Italy’s startup sector has undergone an impressive 11x expansion, bringing the cumulative value of its startups to $60 billion. This growth reflects the emergence of a new generation of tech founders driving innovation in diverse fields. The top-performing segments in 2024 include deep tech, focusing on transformative areas such as generative AI and space technology
This wave of progress positions Italy as a beacon of technological innovation and a hub for ambitious startups, showcasing its potential to lead Europe’s next generation of high-impact industries.
