September 30 - October 1, 2025
2nd ECA Cybersecurity Workshop
About the Workshop
The European Casino Association (ECA) is proud to present its comprehensive Cybersecurity Workshop, bringing together security experts, IT professionals, and casino operators from across Europe to address the evolving cyber threats facing our industry. Following recent high-profile attacks on casino operations[1][2], this workshop provides essential insights and practical strategies to strengthen cybersecurity defenses in both land-based and online gaming environments.
Key Workshop Features
Expert-Led Sessions: Presentations by leading cybersecurity firms, operational insights from major casino operators, and regulatory expertise from gaming authorities across Europe.
Interactive Learning: Following cybersecurity training best practices, the workshop emphasizes hands-on activities, real-world scenarios, and peer-to-peer learning.
Industry-Specific Focus: All sessions are tailored specifically for the unique challenges facing European casino operations, addressing both land-based and online gaming security concerns.
Who Should Attend
- Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)
- IT Managers and Analysts
- Technology Leaders and Network Administrators
- Risk Managers
THE PROGRAMME
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Moderators: Sebastien CHAUCHARD, Hervé FITO, Jörg SCHITTENHELM
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12.00 - 13.00
Viage Grill
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Welcome Lunch & Registration |
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13.00 - 13.10
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Welcome by the host |
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13.10 - 13.15
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Welcome by ECA: Guido BERGHMANS, ECA Board Member |
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13.15 - 13.30
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Presentation of the agenda |
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13.30 - 14.15
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Red Team Retex of year 2024 by SYNACKTIV In this engaging and eye-opening keynote, SYNACKTIV reveals how elite hackers bypass MFA, exploit CI/CD pipelines, and turn trust into their ultimate weapon. Dive into true stories, emerging attack trends, and the most coveted trophies—essential reading for anyone serious about defending against tomorrow’s threats. |
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14.15 - 15.30
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Quick introduction to each represented casino |
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15.30- 16.15
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Simplifying Cybersecurity for Stronger Endpoint Protection Discover how a proactive, zero trust approach can stop ransomware, malware, and even sophisticated supply chain attacks before they start. See real-world examples where these strategies blocked major breaches that bypassed traditional security tools and find out how simplifying your defences leads to stronger endpoint protection. |
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16.15 - 17.00
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Third Party Risk Management – Société des Bains de Mer Your security is only as strong as your weakest partner. In a world where 60% of breaches originate from third parties, how well do you really know your vendor or partners? Third-Party Risk management equip you with the visibility, controls and processes needed to reduce risks, stay compliant, and build stronger, safer partnerships |
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17.00 - 17.10
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Group photo shoot |
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17.10 - 17.30
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Break |
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17.30- 18.15
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Get in control of our cyber security/privacy domain - Holland Casino Step behind the scenes of gaming security in Holland, where we reveal how our governance and privacy measures were built—and the real challenges we faced along the way. Discover practical tips and lessons learned from our implementation journey, designed to help you strengthen your own defences. |
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18.15
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End of day one of the Cyber workshop |
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19.00 -
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Dinner & networking |
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Moderators: Hervé FITO, Jörg SCHITTENHELM
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09.30 - 10.45
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Cybersecurity incident at Casino Management System Provider- JOA Get an inside look at our real-world response to a major security incident affecting our casino management system: from the unfolding of the breach to its operational impact. Discover the key lessons we learned and practical tips to help you strengthen your own defences. |
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10.45 - 11.45
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Table top exercise (with role-play)- Baden-Württembergische Spielbanken Get ready to step into the heart of crisis management as Jörg guides us through a hands-on crisis simulation exercise. Experience the pressure, test your decision-making, and discover how your team responds when every second counts. This is your chance to turn theory into action and sharpen your readiness for real-world incidents! |
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11.45 - 12.30
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Discussion of various Cybersecurity topics
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12.30 - 13.30
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Joint lunch |
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13.30 - 14.00
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Roundup of the findings of the workshop |
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14.00
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Agreement on the 2026 workshop dates – closing of the workshop |
The speakers
Julien LEGRAS is a cybersecurity leader with over a decade of expertise in penetration testing, security audits and team management.
Cristiano GUERRIERI is an experienced Solutions Engineer with a strong background in endpoint security, zero trust, and advanced threat mitigation for enterprise environments. Proven ability to deliver tailored cybersecurity solutions and support complex deployments across diverse industries.
Thuyen PHAM is an accomplished Chief Information Security Officer, he led the overall IT security strategy, focusing on risk, compliance, governance, and cybersecurity for the eight countries of Domusvi Group as a global CISO, before joining Montecarlo SBM since beginning of 2025.
Previously, he was a security consultant manager at Accenture, advising large banks and public health agencies. and CISO Group at Groupe Barriere.
Luc DECLERCk has over 25 years of experience in technology and innovation. He held leadership roles at Alcatel, Nortel Networks, and Verizon, and helped launch several startups, including Cognistreamer, acquired by EY. He later led innovation consulting at EY (2017–2021) and now mentors and partners with various startups.
Ilona CROMMENTUIJN is Information Security and Privacy Manager at Holland Casino, serving as both CISO and CPO. With over 20 years of experience in compliance across regulated industries in the Netherlands, she specializes in privacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory governance. Ilona also holds an unpaid non-executive board position at the Royal Netherlands Aeronautical Association (KNVvL), which is affiliated with NOC*NSF.
Joost DE JONG is an experienced IT and security manager, currently overseeing IT products and security operations for a leading gaming organization. His career spans project and service management roles in major tech companies, with a strong focus on delivering secure, reliable IT solutions.
Hervé FITO is an accomplished IT and security manager, leading the technology and security teams of a major gaming group for nearly a decade. With expertise in IT strategy, digital transformation, and secure operations, he has successfully managed large-scale projects and driven innovation in both online and offline environments.
Jörg SCHITTENHELM is an experienced IT leader and Chief Information Security Officer, overseeing technology and security operations for a major gaming company in Germany. With a strong background in IT administration and entrepreneurship, he brings deep expertise in managing secure, reliable IT environments.