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EveryMatrix to power Foliatti Mexico’s digital makeover

SBC News EveryMatrix to power Foliatti Mexico’s digital makeover

EveryMatrix has secured a major LatAm markets coup, becoming the lead igaming software supplier to Grupo Foliatti the operating firm of 10 Mexican land-based casino properties. The agreement will see Foliatti launch its first online gambling property, ‘Foliatti Casino’ – powered by EveryMatrix’s full-service turnkey platform. The partnership aims to establish Foliatti Casino, as one of the country’s leading online gambling …

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Altenar: The new challenge in scouting for live betting data

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An often overlooked side effect of Covid for sports betting, particularly outside of the most mature markets, is the impact stadium restrictions have on the provision of fast data, which can make it difficult for sportsbook operators to offer low latency in-play betting. “For us to operate live betting, we need real time coverage of what’s happening in every stadium …

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Betway joins with G2 in ‘landmark partnership’

SBC News Betway joins with G2 in ‘landmark partnership’

Betway has further enhanced its presence in esports by signing a global agreement with G2 Esports, in what has been described as a ‘landmark partnership’. The agreement will see the new partners collaborate on the development of a variety of ‘unique experiences’ and ‘exciting opportunities’ for esports fans and the wider community. Additionally, the duo will work to encourage growth …

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NSoft: All eyes on Brazil – the largest market potential in Latin America

NSoft: All eyes on Brazil - the largest market potential in Latin America

NSoft’s long-term retail experience will become an invaluable asset for betting and gaming operators eyeing the biggest emerging markets in Latin America (LatAm) including Brazil. That’s because of the established retail preferences of its players, said NSoft’s Regional Sales Manager Carlos Vargas, who provided SBC News with the following analysis of the strengths which characterise the Brazilian market. Brazil – …

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Kambi to power LatAm debutant NG Gaming’s sportsbook drive

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Kambi Group will power the sportsbook ventures of newly launched South American market operator NG Gaming. The sportsbook technology systems supplier has disclosed that it has secured a commercial arrangement to serve as lead platform supplier for all NG Gaming sportsbook provisions, servicing the LatAm markets. The multi-year partnership will see Kambi support the imminent launch of Olimpo.bet – NG …

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SBC Leaders: Pushing crypto boundaries and opportunities in the US

SBC News SBC Leaders: Pushing crypto boundaries and opportunities in the US

“If you don’t stop, or if you stand still, you’ll be left behind.” This was one of the warnings from Coingaming Group’s CEO Maarja Pärt as she explained how the company is pushing boundaries within the technology, crypto and investment spaces.  This exclusive interview with Pärt kickstarts the third edition of SBC Leaders for 2021, where she touches upon her …

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LSports expands LatAm footprint with Javier Manceñido Laczo appointment

LSports expands LatAm footprint with Javier Manceñido Laczo appointment

LSports has strengthened its presence in the Latin American market after naming Javier Manceñido Laczo as its new LatAm & Iberia representative. Prior to joining LSports, Manceñido Laczo amassed more than 15 years in the betting and gaming space, having worked for the likes of Genius Sports, Optima Gaming and Sportradar. Dotan Lazar, LSports CEO and co-founder said: “I think …

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William Hill initiates LatAm expansion with Colombia launch

SBC News William Hill initiates LatAm expansion with Colombia launch

William Hill has made the first steps into expanding into the burgeoning South American gambling landscape, building on its acquisition of Alfabet SAS to launch in Colombia. The acquisition of Alfabet was initially conducted in December 2020, in a deal which saw the then Gibraltar and UK-based operator acquire a majority stake in the company which has operated the BetAlfa.co …

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Betfair sponsors SBT Brazil’s Copa America coverage 

SBC News Betfair sponsors SBT Brazil’s Copa America coverage 

Betfair will serve as a co-sponsor of Brazilian TV broadcaster SBT’s coverage of the 2021 CONMEBOL Copa America tournament taking place this summer from 13 June to 10 July.   Recognised as one of Brazil’s ‘big three’ terrestrial TV channels, SBT is contracted to broadcast 11 Copa America matches including the tournament kick-off match between hosts Argentina against Chile, as well …

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Loterj launches tender to find Rio’s sports betting operator

SBC News Loterj launches tender to find Rio's sports betting operator

Loteria do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (Loterj), the official organization that manages gambling in the Brazilian state, has begun the process to incorporate new gambling products within its portfolio. An announcement made in the Official Gazette of Rio de Janeiro called for expressions of interest from sports betting and lottery operators seeking to take charge of the new verticals. …

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