AIBC Eurasia 2026 closed out its three-day run at Dubai Festival City's Festival Arena with a record turnout, and organiser SiGMA Group is already positioning the event's 2027 edition as its biggest yet. Held February 9-11, 2026, the summit brought together operators, regulators, investors, and builders across iGaming, blockchain, fintech, AI, and IoT under one roof.
AIBC Eurasia 2026 by the Numbers
Six years after its 2021 debut in Dubai, the event pulled in roughly 13,000 delegates, alongside hundreds of exhibitors and sponsors spanning the digital entertainment and emerging technology sectors. A high-level government and diplomatic delegation of close to 70 attendees also took part, including representatives from royal offices, regulatory bodies, and embassies, reflecting the summit's growing pull with policymakers and not just private operators.
Format: Keynotes, Panels, and Startup Pitches
The Dubai program followed AIBC's usual structure of keynote speeches, expert panels, interactive workshops, and startup pitch sessions covering blockchain, AI, fintech, and big data. Networking remained a core draw, with curated dinners, cultural tours, and high-impact meetups with senior decision-makers built into the schedule alongside the exhibition floor itself.
The AIBC Awards and Charity Auctions
As is now tradition at AIBC Eurasia, the summit closed with an awards ceremony powered by Oddin.gg, which also hosted two charitable auctions on behalf of the SiGMA Foundation. Delegates raised more than €100,000 in bids during the 2026 edition, with proceeds directed toward healthcare and education projects, giving the business-focused summit a philanthropic component that has become part of its identity.
What's Next: AIBC Eurasia 2027 and Ras Al Khaimah
SiGMA is projecting roughly 14,000 delegates for the 2027 edition, expanding beyond MENA-region attendees to a more international delegate base. A new addition for 2027 is a full-day workshop and tour of Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, timed ahead of the main Dubai summit and offering delegates an early look at the resort before its planned Q1 2027 opening. Early-bird ticket pricing for AIBC Eurasia 2027 was made available to delegates who purchased by February 28, 2026, offering savings of up to $800 on standard rates.
Why the Summit Keeps Growing in Dubai
Dubai's positioning as a regulatory-friendly hub for iGaming, fintech, and blockchain has made it a natural home base for AIBC's Eurasia leg since 2021. The presence of government and regulatory delegations alongside private operators signals that the summit functions as more than a trade show; for many attendees it doubles as a venue for direct engagement with regional policymakers shaping digital-asset and gaming frameworks across the Gulf.
For context on how other major announcements are unfolding around the same Gulf travel corridor, see how 1win responded to aviation disruptions affecting VIP clients in the UAE just weeks after the summit wrapped.
Glossary
- SiGMA World Tour: A global series of gaming, tech, and Web3 summits organised by SiGMA Group, of which AIBC Eurasia is the Dubai-based leg.
- iGaming: Online gambling and gaming operations, including sports betting and casino platforms, a core vertical covered at AIBC events.
- Delegate: A registered attendee at the summit, spanning operators, investors, government representatives, and media.
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, legal, or travel advice. Event dates, attendee figures, and pricing are subject to change; confirm current details directly through the official AIBC Eurasia website before booking or planning travel.
