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Mexico's Gaming Market Keeps Gaining Momentum
(Buenos Aires, SoloAzar Exclusive).– With a new edition of SiGMA North America just weeks away, Mexico is once again emerging as one of the gaming industry's key markets. Its sustained expansion, the rapid growth of online gaming, the dominance of sports betting, and an evolving regulatory landscape continue to attract the attention of operators, suppliers, and investors alike. In the first installment of the special series, "Mexico in 6 Key Points," we take a closer look at the trends and market indicators shaping one of LatAm's most dynamic gaming markets. At the end of the article, readers will also find an exclusive benefit available to the SoloAzar community.
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Friday 24 de July 2026 / 12:00
"Chile needs an online gaming regulation aligned with international standards"
(Santiago de Chile, SoloAzar Exclusive).- The launch of AgruGaming introduces a new voice to the debate over regulating online gaming in Chile. In an exclusive interview with SoloAzar, Francisco Javier Leiva Vega—the country's former Superintendent of Casinos and now Director of Institutional Relations for the new trade association—shared his motivations for returning to the forefront of the industry. He also discussed the role suppliers will play in shaping the legislation and outlined what he views as the essential pillars for building a competitive, secure, and sustainable market.
SoloAzar Exclusive
Monday 20 de July 2026 / 12:00
The World Cup as a Stress Test: What 90 Minutes of Live Betting Reveals About Your Platform
Drawing on his experience leading the development of technology platforms for the online gaming industry, Fernando Polti, Founder & CEO of Wizards, examines how the FIFA World Cup 2026 will put sports betting operators' infrastructure to the ultimate test. In this opinion piece, he explains why the real challenge will not be attracting more users, but responding with precision and stability to the extreme peaks in live betting activity that will determine the performance of every platform.
SoloAzar Exclusive
Tuesday 14 de July 2026 / 12:00
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Enhancing Responsible Gaming Through Effective Training at PGS 2026
(Lima, SoloAzar Exclusive) – Training, prevention, and technology took center stage at the "Value of Responsible Gaming in Gambling Operations" conference during the 2026 Perú Gaming Show (PGS). Presented by Fernando Calderón Castro, President of the National Gaming Society (SONAJA), the session brought industry leaders together to tackle current challenges and explore strategies for safer, more transparent, and sustainable operations.
NOVOMATIC Week Peru highlighted its innovations for operators
(Lima, SoloAzar Exclusive).- The fourth edition of NOVOMATIC Week Peru gathered operators from all over the country in Lima in a personalized attention format that combined product exhibition, technical training, and commercial meetings. In a dialogue with SoloAzar, Katty López, Sales Director of NOVOMATIC Peru, highlighted the results of the showroom, analyzed the evolution of the Peruvian market, and reviewed the main innovations presented by the company for the sector.
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Jim Townsend Appointed Chair of the Michigan Gaming Control Board
(Detroit).- The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has appointed James H. "Jim" Townsend as its new Chair following his appointment by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, effective August 1, 2026. The announcement, made by MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams, marks a leadership transition as current Chair Jim Ananich prepares to step down at the end of July. Once officially appointed, Townsend will lead the Board alongside its current members while overseeing the regulator’s mission to ensure fair, honest, and responsible gaming across Michigan.
LSports at the Peru Gaming Show: Building Presence, Opening Doors
(Lima, SoloAzar Exclusive).- The Peru Gaming Show was never just about the booth. For LSports, it was about showing up in a market where showing up still matters — and leaving with more than a contact list. Federico Brancato, Sales Manager for the LATAM Region, came to Lima with a clear sense of what operators in this part of Latin America need most right now. What he found confirmed it.
Beyond the Final Whistle: Lessons from the FIFA World Cup 2026
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 enters its final days, Matt Sahakian, iGaming consultant and advisor, shares his reflections on how the world's biggest sporting event extends far beyond the action on the pitch. In this opinion piece, he explores how the tournament has become a meeting point for sport, innovation, regulation and business, while highlighting the growing role of regulated sports betting markets across Latin America and football's unique ability to bring people together across cultures.
Gil Soffer publishes "Diary of an Entrepreneur": A story of resilience, leadership, and reinvention
(Malta, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Gil Soffer, Chief Commercial Officer at Digitain, has added a new milestone to his professional journey with the publication of Diary of an Entrepreneur. Rather than a business manual, the book is a personal memoir that explores the realities of entrepreneurship through decades of technological change, global experiences, and personal challenges. In an exclusive conversation with SoloAzar, Soffer discusses the inspiration behind the book, the lessons he believes are most relevant for today's gaming industry, and why resilience remains the defining quality of every successful entrepreneur.
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PERU GAMING SHOW – PGS 2026
17 de June 2026
Enhancing Responsible Gaming Through Effective Training at PGS 2026
(Lima, SoloAzar Exclusive) – Training, prevention, and technology took center stage at the "Value of Responsible Gaming in Gambling Operations" conference during the 2026 Perú Gaming Show (PGS). Presented by Fernando Calderón Castro, President of the National Gaming Society (SONAJA), the session brought industry leaders together to tackle current challenges and explore strategies for safer, more transparent, and sustainable operations.
Wednesday 22 Jul 2026 / 12:00
LSports at the Peru Gaming Show: Building Presence, Opening Doors
(Lima, SoloAzar Exclusive).- The Peru Gaming Show was never just about the booth. For LSports, it was about showing up in a market where showing up still matters — and leaving with more than a contact list. Federico Brancato, Sales Manager for the LATAM Region, came to Lima with a clear sense of what operators in this part of Latin America need most right now. What he found confirmed it.
Friday 17 Jul 2026 / 12:00
Martin Ivanov: "Latin America remains one of CT Interactive's key strategic regions"
(Lima, SoloAzar Exclusive).- CT Interactive Chief Operating Officer Martin Ivanov reflects on the company's experience at the Peru Gaming Show, highlights the opportunities emerging in the Peruvian market, and outlines the company's strategic priorities for expanding across Latin America.
Thursday 16 Jul 2026 / 12:00
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