INTERVIEWS
Live Studio Roles Drive Hiring Trends in European Gaming Industry: Paul Sculpher’s Insights
(Malta, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Paul Sculpher, Partner and Co-Director at GRS Recruitment, has worked as a casino consultant for over 16 years. In this interview, he shares his perspective on operations, recruitment, and the hiring outlook for Europe’s gaming industry in 2026.
SoloAzar Exclusive
Monday 26 de January 2026 / 12:00
ICE Journey: 15 Years of Authentic Learnings
Cristian Galarza, CEO of ASAP Américas, draws on more than 15 years of experience at ICE to share how the event has shaped his perspective on the gaming industry—revealing trends, challenges, and opportunities that continue to define its future.
SoloAzar Exclusive
Thursday 15 de January 2026 / 12:00
From Land-Based Casinos to the Digital Ecosystem: The Trends Shaping the Gaming Industry in 2026
(Buenos Aires, SoloAzar Exclusive).– On the doorstep of a new era for the B2B sector, the games of chance industry is accelerating its transformation toward business models that are more resilient, integrated, and technologically advanced. In this special report, we present the trends that will set the pace for 2026: from regulatory consolidation in strategic markets like Brazil to the definitive convergence between land-based and digital casinos.
SoloAzar Exclusive
Thursday 08 de January 2026 / 12:00
Sportsbook
News
David Flinn Reviews a Successful 2025 for IGT and Unveils Plans for 2026
(London).- IGT’s SVP of Sales for Americas and EMEA highlights the company’s achievements in 2025 and announces that at ICE Barcelona, the new RISE55 and RISE32 cabinets will be introduced to international markets.
Juan Bravo from Digitain: "2026 will be about transforming strong regional positioning into tangible results"
(Yerevan, SoloAzar Exclusive).-A review of 2025 and a look ahead to 2026. This is the testimony of Juan Bravo, Sales Team Manager, LatAm at Digitain.
Portfolios
Major leadership changes announced at Merkur Dosniha
(Espelkamp / Palma de Mallorca). – After 34 years at the helm of Merkur Dosniha, its founder and CEO, Carlos Chacón, will step down from the company’s management with effect from 1 February.
Amusnet Builds on a Year of Execution as It Prepares for a Milestone Growth Phase at It`s 10th Anniversary
(Sofía, SoloAzar Exclusive).- With steady portfolio expansion, growing international reach and industry recognition, Amusnet closed a year defined by strong execution and strategic focus, setting the stage for accelerated growth and deeper market engagement in the period ahead as the company steps into it`s 10th Anniversary this year
EGT Navigates Regulatory Shifts and Strengthens Its Global Footprint
(Sofía, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Amid regulatory transformation and accelerating demand across multiple regions, Euro Games Technology (EGT) closed the past year with solid product performance, strategic market expansion and renewed investment in innovation, setting a clear course toward growth and leadership in the year ahead.
ICE Barcelona 2026 strengthens its commitment to Brazil with the creation of Casa Brasil
(Barcelona, Exclusive SoloAzar).– At a decisive moment for the consolidation of Brazil’s regulated betting and gaming market, ICE Barcelona 2026 takes a strategic step by creating an exclusive space dedicated to Brazil: Casa Brasil. In this interview, Magnho José, Brazil’s Ambassador to the show, analyzes the significance of this role, the concrete opportunities for Brazilian and Latin American companies, and explains why ICE Barcelona 2026 is positioning itself as a must-attend event for the global betting, gaming, and lottery industry.
Event
ICE Barcelona 2026
19 de January 2026
R. Franco Digital reinforced its technological leadership at ICE Barcelona 2026 with IRIS Open Omnichannel Platform
(Madrid).- The Spanish iGaming provider advances its omnichannel strategy, highlights regulatory readiness, and showcases new casino titles at the industry’s leading event.
Friday 30 Jan 2026 / 12:00
“The 2026 World Cup Is Forcing a Rethink of How Betting Brands Advertise”- Rodrigo Cambiaghi, Sportradar
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- During ICE Barcelona 2026, where industry leaders gathered to discuss the future of gaming and sports betting, Rodrigo Cambiaghi, Senior Sales Executive for Digital Advertising at Sportradar, shared his perspective on how the 2026 FIFA World Cup is reshaping advertising strategies. In this interview, he explains why real-time data, automation and regulatory alignment are replacing mass exposure, and how major tournaments are accelerating a shift toward more precise, accountable and performance-driven sports advertising.
Friday 30 Jan 2026 / 12:00
Amusnet Marks a Decade of Growth with a High-Impact Presence at ICE Barcelona 2026
(Sofia).- The company combined a landmark anniversary celebration with product innovation, strategic partnerships, and strong business momentum at the industry’s leading event.
Friday 30 Jan 2026 / 12:00
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