SBC Summit Rio 2025 Introduces Payment Expert Summit to Revolutionize Payments in Brazil

January 16, 2025

SBC Summit Rio 2025, scheduled for February 25–27 at Rio de Janeiro’s Riocentro, will debut the Payment Expert Summit, a specialized event connecting regional and international operators with leading payment and fintech providers.

This initiative aims to support stakeholders in adopting innovative, user-friendly payment solutions while deepening their understanding of compliance requirements, critical for succeeding in Brazil’s newly regulated market.

Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC, remarked:
“Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has introduced Normative Ordinance No. 615, setting strict regulations for payment transactions in the gambling sector. For brands entering Brazil, this highlights the importance of prioritizing seamless, user-friendly, and fully compliant experiences for players. With the Payment Expert Summit, brands gain the insights and resources to create better customer experiences and thrive in Brazil’s challenging market.”

The event is expected to welcome 15,000 industry professionals, offering a unique blend of networking, product showcases, and education. On the exhibition floor, attendees will explore the latest innovations in payment technologies and platforms, with leading brands such as Fiserv, IDnow, Pagsmile, Paybrokers, PayRetailers, Pronto Paga, Trio Payments, UNICO, and Z.ro Bank already confirmed.

The educational sessions will cover topics like Brazil’s current payment landscape, compliance strategies, fintech advancements, fraud prevention, and future payment innovations.

Key panels include:

‘Payment Landscape: Key Provisions and Opportunities’, exploring how new market entrants can thrive under Brazil’s payment regulations.
‘Fintech Revolution: Where Money Meets Tech’, focusing on the latest advancements in fintech and their implications for the sector.
‘A Collaborative Approach to Fraud Prevention’, examining advanced strategies to combat fraud and enhance player retention.

In addition to the Payment Expert Summit sessions, attendees can access dedicated tracks covering casino and sports betting, regulatory and compliance, tech innovations, player protection, and the Affiliate Leaders Summit.