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Conajzar sees suitors declare interest to win Paraguay’s Sports Betting Franchise

SBC News Conajzar sees suitors declare interest to win Paraguay’s Sports Betting Franchise

Conajzar, the gambling authority of Paraguay, has received seven business applications to compete in its tender to operate a ‘national sports betting franchise’. The tender was formally announced during the summer, as Conajzar promoted the competition via a nationwide advertising campaign, informing Paraguay’s public and business community of its intentions to launch a new sports betting franchise.  Yesterday, Conajzar lauded …

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Kambi’s Juan Barrachina: Tech expertise is crucial to LatAm success

SBC News Kambi’s Juan Barrachina: Tech expertise is crucial to LatAm success

Speaking ahead of a panel at next week’s SBC Summit Latinoamérica, Kambi Sales Director Juan Barrachina shares his view of the opening LatAm sports betting and igaming market and the need for operators to launch a deep, high-performing offer there. SBC: Could you begin by telling us about Kambi’s work in and plans for Latin American markets? JB:  The momentum …

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Colin McDonagh: Sportingtech eyeing continued LatAm expansion

Sportingtech eyeing continued LatAm expansion at SBC Summit Latinoamerica

Sportingtech will have a strong presence at November’s SBC Summit Latinoamérica 2022 in Miami, with the company set to showcase its award-winning Quantum platform to operators in its target markets across the region. SBC News spoke to Chief Sales Officer Colin McDonagh about his expectations for the event, and how the company will demonstrate its plans to capitalise on recent high-profile operator deals …

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Betsson hits peak sportsbook performance ahead of World Cup trading

Betsson AB CEO Pontus Lindwall

Betsson AB has reported consecutive ‘best ever’ quarters, as group leadership looks forward to the FIFA World Cup to close an anticipated record-breaking 2022.  Publishing its Q3 trading update, Betsson generated group revenues of €200m, up 18% on 2021 results of €170m. Headline growth sees year-to-date revenues stand at €556m (YTD2021: €500m). Period trading was bolstered by the early start …

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SBC Summit Latinoamérica set to gather the sports betting and iGaming industry to discuss regional opportunities

SBC News SBC Summit Latinoamérica set to gather the sports betting and iGaming industry to discuss regional opportunities

The upcoming SBC Summit Latinoamérica 2022 conference and trade show is set to see senior executives from some of the most prominent brands in sports betting and iGaming gathering in Miami to discuss business and share their knowledge about markets across the region. The event takes place at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, Florida, on November 1-3 …

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SBC Leaders Magazine: Is Latin America the next gambling powerhouse?

SBC Leaders Magazine Issue 23

All eyes have been on Latin American regulatory developments over the last few years – and with Brazil on the cusp of regulating sports betting, the region could soon become the next sports wagering global powerhouse.  In Issue 23 of the SBC Leaders Magazine, we wanted to offer a Latin American twist. Kicking off this edition, Caliente Interactive’s Chief Marketing …

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Bolsonaro says yes to sports betting but a firm no to gambling

SBC News Bolsonaro says yes to sports betting but a firm no to gambling

Jair Bolsonaro is adamant that the Liberal Party will sign-off Brazilian sports betting into federal law, but remains in opposition to wider gambling reforms.    Brazil’s President spoke on federal gambling developments as he continues to campaign for re-election, competing against the Workers Party led by bitter rival Lula da Silva. Bolsonaro – who is blamed for stalling on the Presidential …

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Latin America’s most promising markets under the spotlight at SBC Summit Latinoamérica

SBC News Latin America’s most promising markets under the spotlight at SBC Summit Latinoamérica

The Market Spotlight track at SBC Summit Latinoamérica 2022 will take a closer look at some of the region’s most prominent or promising markets through panel discussions featuring senior industry executives and roundtable sessions facilitating open discussions between market experts and event visitors.  The track is scheduled for the second day (Thursday, November 3) of the conference and tradeshow at …

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Sports clubs and industry giants to discuss sports betting innovation at SBC Summit Latinoamérica

SBC News Sports clubs and industry giants to discuss sports betting innovation at SBC Summit Latinoamérica

SBC Summit Latinoamérica 2022 is set to provide delegates with an overview of the region’s sports betting prospects, intricacies and innovations during the Sports Betting Innovation conference track scheduled for 3 November.  Two CONMEBOL — the organisation for soccer in South America, also known as the Confederación Sudamericana de Fútbol — representatives will take the stage to discuss how the …

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SIS esports rollout continues as RETAbet deal grows Spain and LatAm presence

SBC News SIS esports rollout continues as RETAbet deal grows Spain and LatAm presence

SIS (Sports Information Services) expanded its partnership with RETAbet, securing a multinational launch for its Competitive Gaming (CG) products in Spanish-speaking markets.  The deal includes provision of SIS’ NBA2K and FIFA esports tournaments, which will be distributed across RETAbet’s retail – in shops and bars – and online channels, allowing for 24/7 live viewership and betting. This marks the latest …

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