Applications Open for 2026 SBC First Pitch Competition

Registration for the 2026 SBC First Pitch competition is now live. Five early-stage betting and gaming startups will present their projects live in Lisbon on October 1 to compete for a €80,000 prize package.

Selection Process and Event Format

The organizing committee will review submitted materials and choose five companies for the final lineup. Each selected startup will deliver a timed presentation to an audience of industry professionals and potential investors. The live pitching session is scheduled as a dedicated segment within the SBC Summit program.

The winning project will receive the €80,000 funding package to support further development and market expansion.

SBC First Pitch has previously operated as a showcase for emerging operators seeking initial investment and sector visibility. Event details were confirmed in an official press release.

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