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Betsson Group supports the Sustainable Gambling Zone at ICE Barcelona 2025

The SGZ is the leading platform for advancing safer gambling practices, driving policy discussions, and fostering collaboration while promoting sustainability through DEI and ESG initiatives.
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Betsson Group is proud to support the Sustainable Gambling Zone at this year’s much awaited ICE Barcelona 2025 – the world’s largest iGaming event. Formerly known as the Consumer Protection Zone (CPZ), the Sustainable Gambling Zone (SGZ) is a key hub for shaping the future of safer gambling, providing a platform for policy dialogue and industry collaboration. Beyond safer gambling, it embraces a holistic approach to sustainability, integrating pillars such as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and other aspects of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices.

With a dedicated stage right on the show floor – Pitch ICE & SG, 5P10 (in the central concourse between Hall 3 and Halls 4 and 5), the Sustainable Gambling Zone stands out as one of ICE’s most valued and impactful features. While it remains true to its main mission of consumer protection, this year, it expands its focus to encompass a broader range of ESG topics, further reinforcing its commitment to driving meaningful change in the industry.

At ICE London 2024, a host of key Betssonites actively participated in several panels at the Consumer Protection Zone.

As part of Betsson’s support, Roland Glasfors, Betsson AB’s Vice President of Communications & Investor Relations, and Jonna Danlund, Betsson AB’s Head of ESG will be speaking on the following panels:

 

22 Jan 2025 | 11:00 – 11:45

Speaker: Jonna Danlund, Head of ESG at Betsson AB

Panel: How to Lead Without Losing Your Soul (Or Your Reputation)

This panel will focus on understanding the role of ethical leadership – how transparent practices and robust compliance systems protect a company’s reputation, mitigate risks and ensure adherence to regulatory standards. How a diverse board and inclusive workplace strengthens governance, drives innovation and supports ethical business practices.

22 Jan 2025 | 13:30 – 14:15

Speaker: Roland Glasfors, Vice President of Communications & Investor Relations at Betsson AB

Panel: The Investor Perspective on Sustainability: Why it Matters?

This panel will delve into why startups and early-stage businesses in gaming should care about sustainability and what they should be doing about it. How are investors looking at sustainability? What can companies do to make themselves more attractive to capital allocators through better ESG performance?

Click here to learn more about the three days agenda of the SGZ.

 

Supporting Safer Gambling Initiatives

For the third consecutive year, Betsson joins a growing list of leading operators and suppliers that sponsors the Sustainable Gambling Zone, where all proceeds go to organizations working with safer gambling. Last year, £41,100 were raised to be split between two charities: the International Centre for Responsible Gambling (ICRG) and Betblocker.

ICE 2024 Consumer Protection Zone raises £41,100 for ICRG and Betblocker.

 

Other events Betsson Group will take part in during the week in Barcelona (January 19th – January 22nd)

Besides the company’s participation at ICE Barcelona 2025, Betsson Group Affiliates will be an exhibitor at iGB Affiliate 2025 from the 21st to the 22nd of January at stand E44. Follow their LinkedIn page to stay updated on their activities during the event.

Last year, ICE London 2024 was attended by Betsson AB’s CEO, Pontus Lindwall, Betsson Group’s CEO Jesper Svensson, and several Betsson employees.

Betsson Group will also be present at the following award ceremonies:

 


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