Why Madrid serves as the “Home” of the AffPapa Conference

(AsiaGameHub) –   Establishing its new home in Madrid, the AffPapa Conference underscores the flagship event’s ongoing growth and increasing worldwide presence.

The initial two gatherings in Malaga successfully united iGaming affiliates, operators, and B2B providers, fostering an environment for networking, forming partnerships, and holding discussions. With participant numbers consistently rising, however, the conference required a larger venue to align with its expanding scale.

Why did we choose Madrid as our “Home”?

The Spanish capital was selected to host the premier AffPapa Conference for a number of key reasons:

• Accessibility: Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport provides direct links to 200 global destinations.
• Europe-LatAm gateway: The city serves as a crucial bridge between two primary regions in the worldwide iGaming sector.
• Business and tech hub: Madrid ranks as one of Europe’s top centers for international business and technology, home to both multinational corporations and innovative startups.
• Open social atmosphere and nightlife: Renowned for its superb cuisine and hospitable culture, Madrid extends networking opportunities well beyond the formal conference schedule.

Levon Nikoghosyan, CEO of AffPapa, commented on the move:

With the AffPapa Conference continuing its expansion, we required a new ‘base’ capable of supporting its next phase of development. Madrid perfectly fits this need—a globally connected city whose dynamism and size correspond with the conference’s trajectory.

What to expect at AffPapa Conference Madrid

Scheduled for May 18–20 at the Novotel Madrid Center, the AffPapa Conference Madrid anticipates over 1,500 attendees. This edition, set to be the largest affiliate-led conference organized by AffPapa so far, will draw a crowd comprising approximately 40% affiliates, 40% operators, and 20% B2B providers.

During two action-packed days, delegates will experience a full schedule featuring speed-dating networking sessions, panels led by industry experts, evening networking drinks, and the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2026. The event will also introduce its inaugural padel tournament as a side activity, culminating in a Closing Party with EDM artist DJ Kryoman.

Designating Madrid as the permanent home for the flagship AffPapa Conference marks a significant step forward, paving the way for fresh connections, a more extensive international reach, and even larger future iterations.