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The gaming industry gathers at GAT Gaming & Technology ShowCase Santo Domingo, a key event for the sector

Thursday 19 de September 2024 / 12:00

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(Santo Domingo).- The gaming industry gathers in Santo Domingo, within GAT Gaming & Technology ShowCase. This event, supported by the Ibero-American Lottery Corporation, is a crucial meeting point for the actors of the sector, who seek to advance with the regulation and development of gambling in the region.

The gaming industry gathers at GAT Gaming & Technology ShowCase Santo Domingo, a key event for the sector

Place

The activity takes place at the Renaissance Jaragua hotel, and has the support of important sponsors such as Pragmatic Play, Betconstruct, Raza Carrera, Aristocrat, Altenar and Juancito Sport. Also, prominent exhibitors such as Betconstruct, IGC, IGT, ASOCOL, DS Virtual, KIRON, Digitain, MOBADOO and Golden Race are presenting their innovations.



Topics of the agenda

The agenda includes academic sessions that address vital issues for the future of gaming in the country.

Personalities

The event was attended by personalities such as Claudia Troncoso, Director of Casino and Gambling of the Ministry of Finance, Derby los Santos, Vice Minister of the Treasury of the Ministry of Finance; José Aníbal Aguirre, CEO of GAT and Yamile Gutiérrez, Coordinator of GAT Dominican Republic, who underlined the institutional relevance of the event. These leaders are committed to the creation of a solid regulatory framework that guarantees a safe and transparent environment in the field of gaming.

We also had the participation of the ombudsman Pablo Ulloa, who addressed the topic “Childhood Gambling Addiction and the Role of the State: A Responsible Approach to the Protection of Children and Adolescents in the World of Gaming.” a fundamental topic in the Responsible Gaming policy that the State and operators must address to protect the mental health of children and adolescents.



GAT Santo Domingo Academy has sessions on the control of money laundering and the legality of lotteries. These topics are crucial to ensure that the sector operates within a clear and effective legal framework.



Stands

The exhibition stands offer a platform for attendees to learn about the latest technologies and equipment for casinos, as well as new online gaming and lottery platforms. This interaction between manufacturers and operators is essential to drive innovation and improve the user experience.

More than 300 delegates from 11 nationalities have confirmed their attendance at the GAT Showcase Santo Domingo, representing operators, manufacturers, suppliers and visitors from both Dominican and multinational companies.
This event not only represents a unique opportunity to network and share knowledge; it is also a platform where the foundations are laid for a more regulated and responsible future within the gaming sector in the Dominican Republic.

Categoría:Events

Tags: GAT EXPO Gaming & Technology,

País: Dominican Republic

Región: Central America and Caribbean

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