The event is bringing together more than 400 exhibitors and participating companies for this annual event, which show off the latest gaming technologies and solutions from around the world, all in one place.

Korbi Carrison, event vice president, G2E at RX, said they seemed to be on track to match last year’s figures of more than 25,000. Speaking at a press event at the event’s first day yesterday, she said it was a sign of the show’s global importance that they were hosting 115 international exhibitors - more than ever before.

Senior vice president, membership and events for the American Gaming Association, Maureen Beddis added that the events and education schedule was bigger than ever before.

Alongside the keynote programme, the event is hosting more than 100 education sessions, an increase on the previous year, with topics ranging from technology’s impact on gaming compliance programmes to developing markets such as Brazil and the UAE.

The first day was filled with keynote speakers and educations sessions as well as the G2E reception event. The expo itself opened today and will run until Thursday, October 10.

• G2E’s 2024 education program offers insights from gaming’s top leaders and experts, featuring more than 95 sessions and 300+ speakers. Content partners for this year’s program include Global Gaming Women, Indian Gaming Association, International Association of Gaming Advisors, NEXT.io, and more.
   
• ·An expanded G2E iGaming Zone brings together iGaming suppliers and operators to chart the expansion of iGaming and the evolution of online sports betting in the Americas.
   
• The Lab serves as a hub on the expo floor for thought leadership and networking opportunities and is open to all G2E attendees.
   
• A G2E Networking Lounge features opportunities for the G2E community to convene and connect.

Tuesday Keynote

G2E Welcome and State of the Industry 

Tuesday, October 8 at 9:00 a.m. Main Stage, Venetian Ballroom F

AGA President and CEO Bill Miller will take the stage to welcome the global gaming industry to G2E 2024. In his annual address, Miller will share the AGA’s latest work to foster industry growth and explore the macrotrends driving the future of gaming, including market expansion, shifting consumer demographics, industry commitments to responsibility,
and the convergence of gaming, sports, and entertainment.

View From The Top: Perspectives from Global Gaming Leaders 

Tuesday, October 8 at 9:00 a.m. Main Stage, Venetian Ballroom F

CNBC’s Contessa Brewer will lead a two-part CEO discussion focusing on global gaming. The conversations will cover how these industry leaders are navigating the current economic landscape, gaming’s expansion into new markets and verticals, and business challenges and opportunities ahead.

     * Peter Jackson, Group CEO, Flutter Entertainment
     * Bill Hornbuckle, president and CEO, MGM Resorts International
     * Moderator: Contessa Brewer, CNBC