Gaming in Holland Conference 2026 announces first speakers

The Gaming in Holland Conference 2026, scheduled to take place on Thursday, June 4 in Amsterdam, has announced the first confirmed speakers for its upcoming edition.

As in previous years, the event organized by Gaming in Holland will once again serve as a key meeting point for executives, regulators and industry leaders seeking the latest insights into the regulated Dutch gambling market.

First confirmed speakers

Gaming in Holland has confirmed the participation of several prominent figures from across the industry, including:

Arjan Blok, CEO of Nederlandse Loterij
Luka Pataky, Executive VP, AI & Innovation at Bragg Gaming Group
A senior representative from the Netherlands Gambling Authority
Leo Judkins, Founder of iGaming Leader Mastermind
Josh Hodgson, COO at H2 Gambling Capital
Björn Fuchs, Chair of VNLOK
Robin Bleichrodt, Managing Director at FGS Global
Frank Tolboom, Partner at Franssen Tolboom Advocaten
Dr. Andreas Ditsche, CEO of iGaming.com
Richard Dennys, CEO of Game Lounge

#ReclaimTheMarket and industry challenges

In line with Gaming in Holland’s renewed mission statement, “Let’s reclaim the market,” the 2026 conference will focus on how the regulated industry and other stakeholders can contribute to keeping illegal operators at bay.

The event will also explore key issues affecting the Dutch gambling sector, including expectations regarding the new government, the ongoing debate around tax rates, market development, marketing strategies and the growing role of artificial intelligence.

Willem van Oort, founder of Gaming in Holland, commented that competition from illegal operators is a growing concern not only in the Netherlands but across several European jurisdictions. He emphasized the importance of creating spaces where stakeholders can exchange ideas on how the regulated industry can use its market power to contain and potentially reverse this trend. With many key decision makers attending, the 2026 conference is expected to become a central forum for discussing these challenges.

Call for speakers and sponsorship opportunities

The organization is also inviting additional speakers interested in presenting on the #ReclaimTheMarket theme, as well as companies interested in exploring sponsorship opportunities for the event.