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Betcris becomes the first American continent operator to join IBIA

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Leading Latin American sports betting brand Betcris has joined the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) strengthening the association’s monitoring and alert coverage for the region. The brand has been owned by TV Global Enterprises Limited since 2006 and offers online sports betting services in many countries throughout the world. It is however particularly strong in the emerging Latin American betting market where it also operates retail premises. Betcris is the second operator to join IBIA since the start of 2020, with five new members joining in 2019.

Khalid Ali, CEO of the International Betting Integrity Association, said: “I’m delighted to welcome one of the leading sports betting brands in Latin America to IBIA. Betcris is a major investor in sport with a number of sponsorship deals in place, including the Brasileiro Série A, and is well-placed to strengthen our monitoring coverage of existing and emerging markets in the region. I hope that other LatAm operators will follow Betcris’ example and highlight their commitment to integrity by also joining the world’s largest operator-run sports betting association.”

JD Duarte, CEO of Betcris, said: “Integrity has always been at the core of our approach to a responsible and sustainable business model and this has become more important than ever during this difficult trading period. Being part of an integrity monitoring body is also increasingly becoming both a licensing requirement and business necessity as the Brazilian sports betting law and other recent legislative developments show. IBIA is the global leader on integrity and Betcris looks forward to working with it to protect sports and our business from corruption.”

The International Betting Integrity Association is the leading global voice on integrity for the licensed betting industry. It is run by operators for operators, protecting its members from corruption through collective action. Its monitoring and alert platform is a highly effective anti-corruption tool that detects and reports suspicious activity on its members’ betting markets. The association has longstanding information sharing partnerships with leading sports and gambling regulators to utilise its data and prosecute corruption. It represents the sector at high-level policy discussion forums such as the IOC, UN, Council of Europe and European Commission.

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The association publishes quarterly reports covering the integrity alerts reported through its monitoring and alert platform which can be viewed here. IBIA can be contacted at [email protected].

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Salsa Technology Hails Hugely Successful BIS SiGMA Americas

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Salsa Technology has hailed a hugely successful BIS SiGMA Americas where it presented its Latin America-ready solutions. Sao Paulo’s Transamerica Expo provided the backdrop for the Brazilian iGaming community to come together to discuss all the major trends and developments in the region.

From Salsa Technology’s biggest stand yet at the event, the team was on hand for the duration to share info about the cutting-edge technology and highly-flexible solutions created specifically to meet the needs of local markets. The GLI-certified PAM, Salsa Omni, was a hot topic for those seriously exploring the regulated Brazilian market. It provides a comprehensive solution that includes secure migrations for peace of mind. Salsa Technology’s recent collaboration and seamless launch with NossaBet sparked many new conversations around partnerships.

“Seeing the sheer number of people visiting our stand and enquiring about our Latin America-ready solutions filled me with pride,” the founder of Salsa Technology, Peter Nolte, said. “There is huge momentum in the region following the regulatory advancements and we’re perfectly positioned to support those wanting to succeed here.”

Many productive exchanges were focused on Salsa Gator given its unrivalled ability to provide casino gaming in the regulated Brazilian market, complying with the specific requirements laid out by state regulators.

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During the two days in Sao Paulo, Salsa Technology’s signature Senhor do Bomfim wish ribbons were in high demand, while the artisanal cachaca kept the conversations flowing.

“This year’s BIS SiGMA Americas event was the best yet for the business as the focus has never been sharper on what our solutions can deliver within the region,” the Chief Operating Officer for Salsa Technology, Andre Filipe Neves, said. “Attendees arrived with clear intentions and demands to discuss how best to expand into these regulated markets. Our preparation set the stage for significant success.”

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Sportingtech Places New Local Talent Front and Center at BiS SiGMA Americas

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Award-winning provider highlights vast Latin American expertise at show

Full-service betting and gaming platform provider Sportingtech has introduced some of its newly-appointed Latin American team at this year’s BiS SiGMA Americas, showcasing how its local know-how and intuitive products can elevate any operator’s position in the region.

On-hand for the duration of the event in Sao Paulo was Marina Selmi, Latin America Regional Sales Manager, who outlined the full power of the supplier’s solution. Sportingtech’s expertise in the Latin American market was on display to more than 10,000 delegates, with the company boasting a comprehensive understanding of customer preferences across the region.

Laura Manzella, Senior Account Manager, was also present to provide insight on the current landscape. Manzella was able to inform partners of the latest regulatory updates and detailed the provider’s most recent technological developments to highlight its robust products.

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Sportingtech has made great strides in developing its Latin America-facing team in recent months, with boots-on-the-ground personnel keeping abreast of the changing legislative scene to ensure compliance.

The supplier places a huge emphasis on its people and takes pride in fostering a collaborative and supportive culture. To coincide with this, there have been several key hires in senior positions across the company to help accelerate growth, following Chief Executive Officer Tom Ustunel’s appointment in December of 2023.

This year’s event saw Sportingtech pick up another high-profile industry accolade as Ustunel (pictured) won the coveted Chief Executive Officer of the Year award. The win recognized the leadership and commitment he has brought to Sportingtech as the brand is primed for more growth across the globe in 2024.

“BiS SiGMA Americas is certainly one of the most important events in the calendar and we had a tremendous experience at this year’s show,” Ustunel said. “It was important for us to showcase our local team members who have acquired a comprehensive understanding of the region and how we can positively impact the offerings of current and prospective partners. With regulations in Brazil almost finalized and other markets showing unique appeal and growth potential, we are well-placed to exceed operators’ expectations across Latin America.”

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Largest Gambling Fair in Latin America Breaks Record in 2024 with 14,000 Visitors

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The 2024 edition of the largest sports betting, lotteries, affiliates, and iGaming event in Latin America concluded last Thursday (25th). BiS SiGMA Americas was held over three days at the Transamerica Expo Center in São Paulo.

With the best structure ever offered on the continent for sector meetings, BiS 2024 made history with a record public attendance. According to the organizers, approximately 14,000 people visited the venue on the 23rd, 24th, and 25th.

Additionally, the tradeshow also registered a 30% increase in its physical space to accommodate new companies.

In total, there were 250 exhibitors and sponsors, including operators, providers, payment methods, game developers, marketing affiliates, and other areas of the industry.

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The event was a success. We saw an increase in public attendance and space. There was a lot of discussion about the future of the market, regulation, and what it can bring to this segment,” explained event Co-founder Alessandro Valente.

 

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Besides the Transamérica, the event also featured an awards ceremony on Tuesday and Wednesday nights at Um Rooftop. The awards recognized the dedication of professionals and companies that contributed most to the growth of the Brazilian industry.

 

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BiS SiGMA Americas: Multilingual and Multicultural

According to recent data, Brazil ranks third worldwide in online betting consumption. Therefore, the interest from groups of other nationalities in entering or intensifying their operations in the national territory is enormous, as evidenced in this edition.

After all, BiS SiGMA Americas welcomed exhibitors from 60 different countries, with more than 35 languages spoken over the three days. All panels and lectures with internationally renowned figures offered simultaneous translation options.

Carlos Cardama, one of the show creators, highlights: “This is the best event of its kind in Latin America, and we were able to offer lectures with substantial market content. It is a pride to see how many countries we were able to gather here in Brazil.

“I want to thank everyone for their trust, and I am sure that we have achieved our goal of exchanging information and technologies from the sector and generating business,” he adds.

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In such a significant year for gaming in Brazil, due to the implementation of awaited regulations, the 2025 edition of BiS SiGMA Americas is already eagerly anticipated by thousands of people as it helps to chart the short, medium, and long-term directions of the sector.

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