8th Annual Scandinavian and Nordic Gaming Show 2026

The buzz is real for the 8th Annual Scandinavian and Nordic Gaming Show (SNGS) 2026, landing in the heart of Copenhagen on October 22–23. Organizers are lining up a top-notch group of speakers. And this year, the event marks its eighth edition with eight major awards. Indeed, the spotlight will be on the best minds fueling progress, new ideas, and strong leadership across the region. It’s a lively time, too. Finland is shaking up its licensing system, Sweden keeps tweaking its market rules, Denmark is stepping up oversight, Norway is getting tougher, and Iceland might change paths soon. Altogether, the Nordics are setting the pace for smart, responsible iGaming.

New Chairperson: Morten Ronde Steps In

This year, Morten Ronde, Managing Partner at Nordic Legal, will chair the show. He will be guiding the agenda through the tricky landscape of regulations, player safety, and sustainable market models. Morten isn’t about sticking to old ways. He encourages real conversation between everyone involved, aiming for a program where decision-makers get clear guidance, not just theory. His goal: build a system people can actually trust and understand. Events like SNGS matter more than ever, he adds: “We bring regulators, operators, and advisors into one room. That’s where real understanding happens, and where good policies get built—not alone, but together.”

“The Nordic model is all about protecting consumers, setting high standards, and giving the state a role — sometimes through monopolies, sometimes hybrids,” Morten explains. “It’s not a copy-paste solution, but a way of thinking: using data, staying socially responsible. We’re all figuring out how much control is right, learning as we go.” He wants operators to make compliance part of their product from the start. Like using data well, personalizing tools, and building trust, so regulations actually give you an edge. For player protection, Morten highlights early risk detection, custom interventions, sharing data across operators, and consistently raising safety standards. Fighting gray-market competition? He says the answer is simple: keep licensed options fair, high-quality, and accessible.

8th Annual Scandinavian and Nordic Gaming Show 2026: Celebrating the Real Movers

The headline event is the SNGS 2026 Eventus Recognition Ceremony on October 22, honoring those who are pushing the industry forward in real ways. The eight award categories showcase top performers in crucial areas:

• Operator of the Year – Recognizing the companies excelling in growth and player engagement.
• Innovative Supplier – For those raising the bar with new tech.
• Game of the Year – Saluting the most creative and original titles.
• Responsible Gaming Practices – For organizations putting player safety first.
• AI in Gaming Advancement – Celebrating the best use of AI for personalization and operations.
• Exemplary Leadership – For big-picture thinkers shaping the future.
• Outstanding Gaming Lawyer – Honoring champions of compliance and regulation.
• Affiliate Programme of the Year – For those who bring brands into the spotlight.

Nominations are open now until October 9 and finalists will be announced by October 14. Besides, you can submit your picks HERE.

Copenhagen Is Calling: Don’t Miss Out

SNGS 2026 brings together the people who drive regulation, growth, and responsibility in Nordic gaming. Early bird tickets are available and give you a front-row seat to connect with the region’s key decision-makers. Sign up today not to miss one of the most important events of the year. Copenhagen’s ready — and so is the next chapter for Nordic gaming!