Programme

Day 1
02 Oct 2026

Introduction by the Presenter: Thorsten Castle

From emerging novelty to operational necessity, AI in gambling is revolutionizing every facet of the industry.

From emerging novelty to operational necessity, AI in gambling is revolutionizing every facet of the industry.

These AI-driven innovations are not only enhancing the player experience but also optimizing internal processes, compliance efforts, and profitability across the gambling ecosystem. AI-based player engagement tools offering personalized gaming experiences, and advanced fraud detection systems safeguarding gaming operations and customers protection.

Thorsten Castle

The vision of an expert: AI Beyond The Hype

Kevin Park, Senior Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Kevin Park

Executive Panel Discussion 

See how Artificial Intelligence is now part of the strategy and investments in different companies.

Is Artificial Intelligence, a simple tool, an important threat or just a way to integrate innovation? 

As an introduction of the panel, WoTA will deliver the first results of a survey made inside WoTA members: How tote betting operators use AI driven models and tools and where?

Cyrille Giraudat, CEO at PMU
Keith Johnson, President, 1/ST Technology
Alex Frost, CEO, UK Tote Group

Cyrille Giraudat
Keith Johnson
Alex Frost

Session 1

How can the global racingand tote ecosystem adopt AI responsibly while protecting integrity, compliance, and customer trust

Laura Da Silva, Founder & CEO at digitalRG 
Tom Chignell, Integrity Projects for the Hong Kong Jockey Club and member of the IFHA Council on Anti-Illegal Betting

Tom Chignell
Laura Da Silva

Session 2

Session 2 : Can AI grow pools and keep players’ attention

Martin Tripp, Global Chief Operating Officer at BetMakers Technology Group
Richard Peden, Chief Product Officer at 1/ST Technology
Long Lee, Head of Wagering Product Strategy at the Hong Kong Jockey Club
Daniel Alinder, CEO at Vindral

 

Richard Peden
Daniel Alinder
Martin Tripp
Long Lee

Conclusions

Driss Belghazi, Deputy Director General of SOREC and Co-Chairman of WoTA

Driss Belghazi