In today’s iGaming industry, cyber threats don’t clock out at midnight. Fraud, account takeovers, bonus abuse, and data breaches can strike at any moment – and a single incident can cost operators not just money, but licenses and player trust. The question is no longer if you need real-time cyber defense, but which model fits your business best. This session demystifies the concept of a Security Operations Center (SOC) for gaming operators. Forget the Hollywood image of NASA-style control rooms – modern SOCs come in many shapes and sizes, from cost-effective cloud services and MDR/XDR solutions to hybrid setups combining in-house expertise with external specialists. Drawing on real-world experience from the gaming sector, the talk will map out the pros and cons of each model, common pitfalls, and how to align cyber defense with compliance requirements from regulators like the MGA or UKGC.
Strategic learnings for the audience:
Understand the spectrum of SOC models beyond “all or nothing”
Identify the right fit for your platform size, risk exposure, and budget
Learn how SOC choices impact compliance, resilience and player trust
Because in gaming, cyber defense that never sleeps is the only safe bet.
