Delivering the roadmap for European

gaming and gambling legislation

Harmonisation * Liberalisation * Regulation

Latest updates on high profile court cases; hear the very latest legal cases from across Europe and why success stories such as Placanica and Ze Turf have boosted the chances of liberalisation of gaming laws

European Commission progress; learn why the EC are supporting the gaming and gambling industry and what you can do to help push infringement proceedings even further

Lobbying for the industry; Discover how organisations such as the RGA and the EGBA are driving change and why they need more support from the industry

Country by country analysis; get a complete legal breakdown of European markets from Germany , France , Italy , Spain , UK and Benelux so you can operate legally and profitably

Legally access new global markets; CEE, Asia, South America and South Africa are fast emerging as opportunities for new games, players and revenue – discover how you can operate in these jurisdictions today!

Social responsibility as a tool for regulation success; find out why your business can benefit from pushing problem gamblers to the top of the agenda

Plus… US updates, payment & money laundering, new technologies, sport sponsorship, finance, jurisdiction overviews and much more! Look inside for more information

Compelling reasons for your attendance!

“We have come a long way in 12 months. We know there is a huge demand for our products and can be sure the more successful we are, the more monopolies will fight” – Clive Hawkswood - RGA

The gaming and gambling regulatory landscape is a mess. And for online operators where crossing geographical boundaries is no problem - it's even worse! In 2006 the UIGEA bill was hurried through and while being catastrophic for the industry at least clarified the issue of whether online gambling in the US was legal. It wasn't. Subsequently, the value of the industry plummeted as senior level executives were indicted, player numbers dropped significantly and investors lost faith in the industry.

Expansion of Europe

On paper the next best market was Europe where many operators already had significant traction. Whilst Asia – in terms of numbers of potential players – was the real goldmine if it could be cracked. However, these markets are tougher legal minefields than the US . Meaning that the next phase of gaming and gambling is a myriad of legal battles, unclear legislation and a distinct lack of harmonisation. At present the German market has 17 states with differing views on gambling legislation, the French market was a non-starter but has started to open up and the Italian market is on the up. Confused…so are we!

The future is bright…

However, the tide is turning and while the industry is still full of ambiguity and legal loopholes, the efforts of the gaming & gambling industry and the European Commission has seen gains in the last 12 months with Placanica and Ze Turf cases. In fact there are more cross border cases than ever before with letters sent to among others Denmark , Hungary , Finland , Italy , France and Germany . And with the EC seemingly onside to protect Community Law and the Freedom of Services the future is bright.

Preparing for battle!

But it won't be easy. National monopolies are - unsurprisingly – not keen on opening their borders and allowing competition in. They make literally millions of Euros each year from their current operations and will be fighting hard to ensure they keep hold of their profits. Add to this the fact they know exactly what they are doing in terms of lobbying and fighting court cases and the gaming industry is up against formidable opposition whom for everyday they extend their stay of execution is another stack of Euros in the till!

Delivering a robust legal framework

It's quite clear that the 27 member states led by the EC need to harmonize and liberalise to ensure a pan-European gaming and gambling community can thrive. Indeed, the industry wants a robust, formal, regulatory framework that makes it easier for everyone and provides the clarity so desperately wanted. It's a confusing landscape though with a thousand challenges. To get the inside track on the current position of the European Commission, the cases that have been brought against member states and the outcomes - or progress of - cases currently going through the courts in countries such as Holland, Germany, France, Spain… and for that information you must attend the 2 nd annual Legal Gaming in Europe Summit!

The who's who of decision makers in the gaming and gambling industry…

Last year over 120 gaming and gambling executives (representing 90 of the major players in this explosive market) attended the inaugural Legal Gaming in Europe Summit. Debate was fast and furious as the European Commission came face to face with leading operators and legal advisors. In 2008 the summit is set to become even more important. Quite simply this summit is the meeting point for setting legal strategy for the year ahead. Kick 2008 off with the very best legal knowledge that will lay the foundations for your business.

Is this you?

Are you completely clear on the current state of legislation in the leading European markets? How about new Central and Eastern European markets and rapidly expanding jurisdictions such as Spain ? Do you want to meet the European Parliament, hear from the operators going through the courts and discover the latest on lobbying committees, payment and money laundering, sport sponsorship and much more. If the answer is yes then you must be at the 2 nd annual Legal Gaming in Europe Summit. It's even at the start of ICE week so what better time to network and meet with your peers who face the same legal issues as you!

Back by popular demand…

After two fact-filled days at a summit with proven pedigree (just see the quotes throughout this brochure from happy attendees last year) you'll be crystal clear about the legal steps you need to take to operate legally, expand into new markets and drive forward the liberalisation debate. That's why we are back for a second blockbusting summit and why we know you should join us!

If you've attended our previous Bullet Business summits you'll know that this is Europe 's heavyweight legal event and where the leading figures in this space put their heads together to build the roadmap for a European gaming and gambling legislation. It's must have market intelligence, knowledge and information you'll be hard pushed to find elsewhere and you can put it to work straight away in your business.

Take a look at the full summit agenda (over the page) and you'll see that you'll be meeting with and hearing from the leading experts in gaming and gambling. It's your chance to:

•  Evaluate the latest progress made by lobbying committees such as the RGA and the EGBA

•  Hear updates on current cases and learn how successful cases such as Placanica and Ze Turf have been won

•  Get the very latest legal updates on key European jurisdictions

•  Discover how you can grab a huge slice of emerging markets in CEE, South Africa , Asia and South America

New for 2007!

• More networking with additional workshops, roundtables and speed meetings
• Onsite exhibition to get the very latest solutions and services to ensure your business operates legally
• Roundtable discussions to share your challenges with your peers
• Operator CEO panel debates to hear the opinions of the best in the business
• Unique country by country focus on your key markets

Constantly updated agenda

The legal situation won't be standing still in the run up to the show and neither will the agenda. You can be sure that the information delivered will be the most timely and relevant you'll find anywhere! Get the very latest updates on this dynamic event at www.bulletbusiness.com/legaleurope .

Bring the full team to ensure everybody in your team understands the complex legal minefield!

Bullet Business expect the summit to sell out so make sure you reserve your place today. The legal situation is a confusing one so bring your full legal and senior level team to make sure everyone is on the same page. We're offering great team discounts so contact us today to secure front row seats for all your team! Just call +44 (0) 207 375 7575 now or email info@bulletbusiness.com .

We look forward to seeing you in London on January 21 st and 22 nd !

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Last year over 90 different gaming and gambling companies signed up to attendee, click here to find out who attended. and check out some of the excellent feedback we received after the event!

All discussing the key issues that you need to understand to operate in Europe.

This is the only place you will hear this information, and the only place you will be able to spend two days discussing and devising strategy with world authorities. In short, you'll come away with a comprehensive understanding of what's happening where… why it's happening.. What this will mean to you … and how you and your business can move forward with confidence to grow. And grow. And grow.

This is THE meeting ground for leading gaming and gambling executives to examine the legal landscape in the EU and to establish the strongest commercial solutions possible