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GR8_TECH Launches Acceler8 Lab at SBC Summit 2026 for Operators

GR8_TECH's Acceler8 Lab will offer hands-on educational sessions over three days at the SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon, focusing on operational challenges, leadership, and technology for the iGaming sector.

By Gonzalo MarínPublished Sep 2, 20264 min read
Overview of a GR8_TECH stand at a major iGaming event, with attendees during an educational session

Key Takeaways

  • GR8_TECH will present Acceler8 Lab at SBC Summit 2026 with hands-on sessions over three days in Lisbon.
  • The program will focus on operations, leadership, technology, and business challenges for iGaming operators.
  • Industry specialists and leaders will participate as speakers, including international success stories.
  • GR8_TECH was recognized as Platform Provider of the Year at the SBC Awards 2025.
  • Attendance at Acceler8 Lab is limited and aimed at operators interested in improving their operational performance.

Acceler8 Lab, GR8_TECH's educational initiative, will be part of the SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon, offering three days of intensive training for operators in the iGaming sector. The program, taking place at GR8_TECH's Champions Arena (stand C416), will consist of daily 30-minute sessions led by specialists, aimed at addressing real operational, technological, and organizational management challenges in the industry.

Acceler8 Lab: Practical Training for Operators at SBC Summit 2026

The main goal of Acceler8 Lab is to provide concrete tools for operators to enhance decision-making and implement new strategies in their businesses. In partnership with Go Academy, the sessions will cover key topics such as revenue leakage, entry into new markets, trading models, leadership, artificial intelligence, and organizational capability. The proposal is to offer applicable solutions that help operational teams quickly detect inefficiencies and capitalize on opportunities.

Day 1: Focus on Operational and Commercial Performance

On Tuesday, September 29, the program will focus on optimizing internal processes to achieve more profitable businesses. Topics will include:

  • Identification of revenue losses in the player journey
  • Effects of delays in user conversion and retention
  • Key factors during the first months of entering new markets

Strategies will be provided to improve operational efficiency and enhance financial outcomes, focusing on decisions and workflows that affect the day-to-day operations of the operator.

Day 2: People, Leadership, and Team Training

On Wednesday, September 30, the programming will be oriented towards human talent development and performance improvement through:

  • Optimization of player onboarding
  • Training for managers and leadership teams
  • Dynamics to turn training into compliance into effective tools
  • Quick and efficient integration of new team members

The focus will be on building stronger teams and capable leaders, while also creating a better experience for the end player.

Day 3: Operators Prepared for the Future and Technological Adoption

On Thursday, October 1, the lab will analyze trends that will shape the immediate future of the sector, covering:

  • Evolution of trading models in sports betting
  • Efficient scalability across multiple jurisdictions
  • Transition to organizations empowered by AI and the role of humans within that ecosystem
  • Continuous integration of organizational learning into daily operations

The talks will seek to delineate the balance between automation and human judgment, and how to build companies capable of adapting to constantly changing scenarios in iGaming.

Expert Panel

Recognized personalities in operations, technology, and leadership from the sector will participate as speakers, including Andrew Visser, Elaine Gardiner, Shanta Segabon, Fernando Garita, Arjan Korstjens, Nikolas Lotz, Viktoriia Grygorenko, Bartek Borkowski, and Jochen Biewer.

“Acceler8 Lab is for useful conversations. We bring together people who know the industry, give them a focused topic, and create a space where operators can take away ideas ready to apply with their teams,” stated Sergey Ghazaryan, CRO of GR8_TECH.

Registration is limited and open to operators who wish to delve deeper into these topics.

Value Proposition and Recognition of GR8_TECH as a Platform Provider

GR8_TECH positions itself as a leading provider of high-performance technological solutions for sports betting and iGaming, including GREAT_TURNKEY, GREAT_CRYPTO TURNKEY, GREAT_SPORTSBOOK, and GREAT_CASINO AGGREGATION. Its geo-specific focus and orientation towards practical innovation have allowed its clients to achieve tangible results quickly in competitive markets.

With over 100 documented success stories and international recognitions, including the Platform Provider of the Year award at the SBC Awards 2025, GR8_TECH has solidified its reputation among top operators globally.

Value for Operators at Sector Events and the Importance of Acceler8 Lab

Participating in Acceler8 Lab during the SBC Summit 2026 represents an opportunity for operators to strengthen their teams and leadership capabilities in a teaching environment, focusing on current challenges and future trends in the sector. Access to experienced speakers and sessions tailored to business needs favors the transfer of knowledge and the rapid implementation of ideas into daily operations.

For operators interested in cutting-edge technologies and strategies for sustainable growth in iGaming markets, initiatives like Acceler8 Lab reinforce the role of events like the SBC Summit as a professional updating epicenter in the sector.

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where will GR8_TECH's Acceler8 Lab take place?

Acceler8 Lab will be held at the SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon, from Tuesday, September 29 to Thursday, October 1, with daily 30-minute sessions at GR8_TECH's stand C416 in the Champions Arena.

Who will participate as speakers in Acceler8 Lab 2026?

The panel includes recognized experts such as Andrew Visser, Elaine Gardiner, Shanta Segabon, Fernando Garita, Arjan Korstjens, Nikolas Lotz, Viktoriia Grygorenko, Bartek Borkowski, and Jochen Biewer, who will bring expertise in operations and technology.

What topics will Acceler8 Lab cover for operators?

The program will address everything from revenue leakage detection and operational efficiency to leadership, team training, sports trading models, and the adoption of artificial intelligence in iGaming organizations.

What is the main focus of GR8_TECH as a provider?

GR8_TECH specializes in providing high-performance technological solutions for sports betting and iGaming, including portfolios like GREAT_TURNKEY and was recognized as Platform Provider of the Year at the SBC Awards 2025.

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Gonzalo Marín

Gonzalo Marín

Industry Deals Correspondent

Gonzalo Marín covers the corporate deal flow of gambling — operator strategy, M&A, regulated-market entries, and product launches. The reports open with the transaction, cite companies, valuations, and jurisdictions exactly as released, and keep the announcement apart from its actual effect. When a Latin American operator raises capital or a European brand lands in the region, Gonzalo Marín reports who signs, for how much, and on what terms.

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