INTERVIEWS
October 2026
Italy focuses on the supervision of public gambling with new regulations
(Rome, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Ministerial Decree No. 90/2026 establishes the rules for the organization and operation of the Permanent Consultation of Public Games authorized in Italy. The measure, in force since June 6, seeks to strengthen the monitoring of the sector and is part of the implementation of the regulatory reform promoted by Legislative Decree No. 41/2024. In fact, the legal text clearly speaks of "monitoring the evolution of gambling activities". All the details in this report.
AffPapa Returns to Cancun with Bigger Plans for Latin America
(Cancun, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Levon Nikoghosyan, CEO and co-founder of AffPapa and iGaming Club, discusses the lessons learned from the first AffPapa Conference in Cancun, the new experiences planned for this year’s edition, and the importance of building meaningful business relationships in Latin America. Ahead of AffPapa Conference Cancun 2026, scheduled for November 23–25, he also explains how the event aims to connect affiliates, operators, and B2B providers through targeted networking, industry insights, and shared experiences.
The limit of Law No. 31557: Where do prediction markets fit?
The expansion of prediction markets opens a debate on the scope of Law No. 31557 in Peru. Rosa Luz Nerio Urteaga analyzes the legal differences between traditional bets and the negotiation of contracts between peers, and raises the need for a regulatory framework that provides legal certainty without ignoring the particularities of these models.
BetStarters strengthens its global expansion strategy
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Paulo García Córdova, Global Head of Sales at BetStarters, reviews the company's participation in SBC Summit 2026, the business opportunities identified during the event, and its international growth strategy. He also discusses the evolution of the European iGaming market, the importance of tailored technology solutions, and the company's plans to strengthen its presence in Latin America, particularly in Peru.
Tsvetomira Drumeva: EGT Digital expands its global growth strategy
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Tsvetomira Drumeva, Head of Sales at EGT Digital, discussed the company's commercial results at SBC Summit 2026, the business opportunities identified during the event and its priorities for international expansion. The executive highlighted the growing importance of tailored technology, differentiated content and local market expertise across Europe, Latin America and Africa.
DS Virtual Gaming at SBC Summit: Exploring Pioneering Strategies for LatAm
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- DS Virtual Gaming consolidates its presence in the Latin American market following its successful participation in the SBC Summit in Lisbon, focusing on technological innovation, content localization, and compliance with new regulatory frameworks. Jessica Patricia Quevedo Leon, Head of Business Development LatAm at DS Virtual Gaming, shares the details and takeaways from the company's recent participation in the event.
FA CHAI Gaming Highlights Power of Vikings at SBC Summit 2026
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- FA CHAI Gaming showcased its latest titles and strengthened its business development efforts at SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon. Karen Ku, Brand Marketing Manager at FA CHAI Gaming, highlighted the company's efforts to expand its presence in Europe, Latin America and South Africa, following the successful presentation of Power of Vikings, which attracted strong visitor interest, and business discussions with operators and platforms about localized content, player engagement and opportunities in regulated markets.
The CEO of Zitro USA tells everything about G2E 2026
(Las Vegas, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Derik Mooberry, CEO of Zitro USA, analyzes the company's results at G2E 2026 in Las Vegas, the growth of its business in the United States and the international expansion of its products. In this interview, he also discusses the priorities for the rest of the year, growth plans for 2027 and Zitro Digital's strategic role in the US market.
Vagelis Bairlis: "G2E 2026 was an important opportunity for Altenar"
(Las Vegas, SoloAzar Exclusive).- In this interview, Vagelis Bairlis, Head of Sales Operations at Altenar, shares his perspective on the company’s experience at G2E 2026 in Las Vegas, highlighting key industry trends, evolving sportsbook technology and the growing demand for personalised betting experiences. He also discusses Altenar’s strategic priorities in North America and regulated markets, outlining the company’s focus on product innovation, operational efficiency and scalable solutions to support operators’ growth through 2027.