European Safer Gambling Week 2026 runs from 16 to 22 November under the theme Play Smart, Stay Protected, alongside Safer Gambling Week in Ireland and the UK. As part of the week, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) is hosting six free online webinars bringing together operators, regulators, researchers, support organisations and safer gambling experts from across Europe.
Registration is now open and all sessions are free to attend. Confirmed speakers and further details will be announced by EGBA in the coming weeks. Times below are Irish time, with CET in brackets.
Welcome to European Safer Gambling Week 2026: Play Smart, Stay Protected
Monday 16 November, 10:00 to 10:30 (11:00 CET)
The official opening of the week: this year’s aims, what’s new for 2026 and how everyone can play a part. Register
Growing up online: young people, gambling and gaming
Tuesday 17 November, 10:00 to 11:00 (11:00 CET)
How young people first encounter gambling online, and what protection should look like as they become young adults. Register
Spotting the signs: detecting risky play
Wednesday 18 November, 10:00 to 11:00 (11:00 CET)
What risky play looks like in player behaviour and data, and how standards, regulation and technology can help to spot it sooner. Register
From detection to action: getting players to respond
Thursday 19 November, 10:00 to 11:00 (11:00 CET)
What happens once a warning sign is spotted, and how operators can make sure their communications with players make a real difference. Register
Beyond KYC: protecting players across the entire journey
Thursday 19 November, 14:00 to 15:00 (15:00 CET)
Hosted jointly by EGBA and Sumsub. How operators can read identity, device, behavioural and transaction signals together to spot player risk at every stage of the account, not just at registration. Register
Behind the scenes: a day in the life of safer gambling teams
Friday 20 November, 10:00 to 11:00 (11:00 CET)
A candid look at the people working in safer gambling, the decisions they face and how they are supported. Register
Other events and webinars taking place during the week will be listed on safergambling.eu