The event’s keynote opened with AGA President and CEO Bill Miller, who said: “At G2E this year, we celebrated the show’s 25th anniversary and the ongoing legacy of innovation, leadership, and progress that’s made our industry what it is today-while also addressing the challenges shaping our future. From the expo floor to the main stage, one theme was clear: the strength and sustainability of the legal, state-regulated gaming market must remain our top priority.
I outlined the urgent need to confront these threats to the credibility of our industry. Some of my highlights from this year’s G2E. We engaged in important conversations around prediction markets-a rapidly evolving space that requires thoughtful dialogue, regulatory clarity, and a firm grounding in consumer protection, and strengthened international partnerships and exploring shared solutions to global challenges facing the regulated market.”
“We connected with leaders from commercial, tribal, and international sectors who are shaping the future of gaming. G2E has firmly established itself as the central meeting point for the global gaming industry, bringing together operators, suppliers, regulators and the broader industry in the heart of the gaming capital.”
“This year’s show reflected the strength, diversity, and innovation that define our industry—and the collaboration that will continue to propel it forward,” Miller concluded.
The keynote followed by three one-on-one conversations moderated by Hope King, founder of Macro Talk and events host and moderator for Axios, featuring MGM Resorts International President and CEO Bill Hornbuckle, Flutter Entertainment CEO Peter Jackson, and DraftKings CEO Jason Robins.
On Wednesday (8), mental health advocate Kendall Toole joined Global Gaming Women’s Sip & Social Chair Meghan Speranzo for a candid conversation on well-being, preserving boundaries and helpful tips on prioritizing mental health both in and out of the workplace.
The event also welcomed impactful education themes discussing emerging topics including the future of gaming, innovation, prediction markets, the integration of AI and the ever-changing regulatory landscape relating to land-based and online gaming, beyond the casino floor. 2025 marked the most successful year to date with various mergers, acquisitions and future partnerships involving the most influential companies in global gaming.
G2E’s 25th edition hosted visitors from over 120 countries, regions and territories. The show floor featured nearly 400 exhibitors showcasing the latest global gaming technologies, over 100 education sessions and expanded its reimagined iGaming Hub within the iGaming Zone.
This year also marked the US debut of the highly successful G2E Dealer Championship, where 34 dealers from around the country competed for the coveted title of “Best Dealer in America.” Elleonor Hoffman from Graton Resort was crowned champion and earned a cash prize. All participants of the championship will also receive a two-night stay at The Palms Casino Resort, from Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation.
The G2E Dealer Championship is presented with the support of title sponsors “Bee” – The United States Playing Card Company and TCSJOHNHUXLEY and supporting sponsors Gasser Chair Company, Geneis Gaming, AGEM, GPI, The Venetian Resort, and the Hippodrome Casino London.
“The inaugural G2E Dealer Championship brought an exciting new layer to this year’s event,” said Korbi Carrison, Event Vice President at RX. “The competition celebrated the incredible skill, precision and showmanship of casino dealers while highlighting the vital role they play in the gaming experience. The showdown not only recognized top talent but also reinforced how G2E continues to celebrate all facets of the gaming industry.”
Source: GMB
