The East Coast Gaming Congress (ECGC) has announced that Global Gaming Business (GGB) magazine will serve as the Official Publication of ECGC 29.0, taking place April 14–15, 2026, at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City. GGB, part of Clarion Gaming, a global leader in gaming conferences and publications, including ICE, will provide expert coverage and analysis before and during the event.
The entire 2026 ECGC program will tackle critical topics including artificial intelligence, prediction markets, iGaming expansion, and the anticipated impact following the development of full-service casino resorts in downstate New York. The 2026 agenda includes keynote addresses from several prominent industry CEOs and public officials.
“ECGC is the longest-running gaming conference in the United States, and GGB is one of the industry’s most respected publications,” said conference co-founder and Spectrum Gaming Group Senior Policy Advisor Michael Pollock. “This partnership offers a valuable platform to develop and share perspectives that are shaping the future of gaming.”
“GGB has consistently covered ECGC, recognizing it as a leading event on the annual gaming calendar,” said Frank Legato, editor-in-chief of Global Gaming Business. “We look forward to strengthening our relationship with ECGC and supporting a conference that highlights innovation and growth in one of the nation’s top gaming hubs.”
ECGC co-founder Lloyd D. Levenson, CEO of Cooper Levenson, said, “GGB and Clarion are committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and well-regulated gaming ecosystem, an objective that aligns closely with ECGC’s mission.”
ECGC will also present its Lifetime Achievement Award to the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) in recognition of its longstanding commitment to the integrity and principles of gaming.
The 2026 conference will again offer premier opportunities for sponsorship, networking, professional development, and high-level business-to-business engagement.
For more information or to register, visit www.ecgc.us or contact Angela Robinson at arobinson@cooperlevenson.com.
About East Coast Gaming Congress
The East Coast Gaming Congress (ECGC) is the premier gaming conference on the East Coast and one of the most respected forums for the casino, iGaming, sports betting, and lottery industries. Bringing together top executives, regulators, elected officials, and thought leaders, ECGC provides unmatched insights into emerging trends, regulatory developments, and business opportunities shaping the future of gaming. Now in its 29th year, ECGC continues to serve as a must-attend event for stakeholders across the industry.
About Global Gaming Business magazine
Now in its 26th year, Global Gaming Business is the premiere publication chronicling the worldwide gaming industry. Over the years, GGB has earned the trust of gaming stakeholders across the globe, providing up-to-date insights on industry trends, new developments and top executives. GGB is the only U.S.-based industry trade journal but strives to cover the world of gaming in partnership with owner Clarion Gaming, publisher of iGaming Business and other online and print publications.
