B2B gaming technology provider Inspired has announced the appointment of Sebastian Nogues as Head of Business Development – Brazil Interactive. In this new role, Nogues will be responsible for leading Inspired’s business development efforts across Brazil, with a focus on expanding its interactive gaming presence and driving growth in the market. Inspired noted that Nogues joins
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On December 2 and 3, Rio de Janeiro will host EGR Power Latam, an event focused on the betting and gaming sector in Latin America. Among the show’s participants will be Leonardo Baptista, CEO and co-founder of Pay4Fun, who will be present at the panel ‘The regulatory journey in Brazil: exploring guidelines, advances and challenges on
iGaming content provider Play’n GO has launched its latest slot, Boat Bonanza Christmas, a festive twist on its popular sea-themed Boat Bonanza slot series. The new release “transforms the high seas into a winter wonderland,” offering a variety of features and holiday-themed visuals. Following the sunny adventures of Boat Bonanza Colossal Catch and the
The National Consumer Secretariat of Brazil (SENACON) has issued a directive to eliminate gambling-related incentives and restrict advertisements targeting minors. The decision, formalized as Order No. 2,344/2024, is part of ongoing regulatory efforts as Brazil prepares to launch its legal online betting market on January 1, 2025. In its order, SENACON has mandated the removal
January’s first edition of ICE Barcelona will feature a program of content, discussions and C-suite networking curated specifically to meet the needs of the newly regulated market in Brazil and the broader opportunities which exist in Latin America. ICE 2025 will feature a three-day program dedicated to all aspects of the market in Brazil including
The National Institute of Statistics and Censuses (INEC) of the General Comptroller’s Office of Panama informed in its last report that betting and gambling, both physical and online, generated $1,931 million from January to September of this year, which represents an increase of 14.7% when compared to the same period of 2023 when a total
SiGMA Europe’s Pitch competition has crowned iGaming AI solutions provider XGENIA as the winner, celebrating their use of artificial intelligence for slot game development. The Startup Pitch award ceremony took place on the SiGMA stage during the SiGMA Europe conference, held last week at the Mediterranean Maritime Hub in Malta. Mark Blandford, partner at Burlywood
Global bookmaker 1xBet successfully participated in the SiGMA Europe 2024 show last week. The major gambling and sports betting event helped open up new business growth opportunities for the brand, 1xBet said. From November 11 to 14, at the Mediterranean Maritime Hub in Malta, the 1xBet team discussed gambling development prospects and key focus areas.
Thailand is moving forward with its plan to legalize casinos by 2025 as part of a broader plan to boost tourism, attract foreign investment, and position itself as a major player in the global gaming industry. The government is working on an “entertainment complex” bill that integrates gaming into larger entertainment venues, with initial approval
Codere Online, the digital betting arm of Spanish gaming company Codere, has received a delisting notice from the Nasdaq Stock Market due to non-compliance with the exchange’s “public reporting rule,” Listing Rule 5250(c)(1). The company has filed an appeal and is working to address the issue. While delistings often occur due to shares trading
Gaming products supplier Zitro has announced the release of its latest slot, Lucky Vault, now available on the new CONCEPT cabinet line. Lucky Vault invites players to unlock the riches behind three colorful vaults, each offering additional prizes during both the Base and Free Games. Players can unlock a series of free games based on the combinations
The Malta Gaming Authority has launched the first in a series of focus groups aimed at addressing problem gambling and its effects on Maltese communities, held as part of Safer Gambling Week. Bringing together key stakeholders such as Caritas Malta, Aġenzija Sedqa, the OASI Foundation, and the Responsible Gaming Foundation, the session explored a self-assessment
The government of Cabo Verde has terminated its contracts with Macau Legend Development (MLD), citing “flagrant and repeated” violations of obligations tied to a $265 million casino-resort project in Praia. The announcement, detailed in the Official Gazette on Monday, signals the end of a venture that began with high hopes but has remained stalled for
Social casino and sportsbook Legendz has officially launched, going live with social gaming across 43 states in English and Spanish. “With a vast array of games, innovative features, and a player-first philosophy, Legendz is set to redefine the online social and sweepstakes gaming landscape,” the company said in a press release. The brand promises “a
Speaking during a press conference for the official launch of the SiGMA Poker Tour, Operations Manager Ivonne Montealgre announced the launch of two official tour locations for 2025 – Brazil and Malta. She also shared that the first-ever edition of the Hendon Mob Latam Championships (THMC Latam) will take place during the Brazil leg of
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Full House Resorts announced Friday that it has named Jeff Michie as Vice President and General Manager of its Rising Star Casino Resort in Rising Sun, Indiana. Subject to customary gaming approvals, Michie will replace Angi Truebner-Webb, who will become the General Manager of the company’s Silver Slipper Casino Hotel in Hancock County, Mississippi. Michie
Online lottery courier service Jackpot.com has announced its launch in Colorado. On the heels of the Colorado Lottery’s 40th anniversary last year, the Centennial State will feature both draw games and ‘scratchers’ (digital scratch-off games). Jackpot.com’s online platform and app allow individuals to order official state lottery tickets and scratchers from their mobile phones and other
iGaming tech expert SOFTSWISS reflected on its successful participation in SiGMA Europe 2024. Over three days, the company showcased its innovations, shared industry insights, and celebrated significant achievements under the theme “Grab Success in iGaming.” At the heart of SOFTSWISS’ presence was the unveiling of the iGaming Trends Report 2025, offering a comprehensive analysis
iGaming turnkey solutions provider Soft2Bet announced that its MEGA gamification engine received the Unique Selling Point category at the 2024 SiGMA Europe Awards. The API-based, standalone product was recognized at an event that took place on November 11th in Malta. Martin Collins, Chief Business Development Officer at Soft2Bet, commented: “It’s always a great satisfaction to