INTERVIEWS
October 2026
Eman Pulis on SiGMA’s Global iGaming Expansion and Innovation
(Rome, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Eman Pulis, founder of SiGMA Group, spoke to SoloAzar about emerging opportunities for B2B iGaming businesses, the technologies shaping the industry and the evolution of international gaming events. Ahead of SiGMA World, scheduled for November 2–5, 2026, at Fiera Roma in Italy, Pulis discusses the importance of regulated markets, cross-industry collaboration and sustainable growth, outlining the group’s ambitions to strengthen its global presence.
Kambi Highlights Network and LatAm Growth at SBC Summit
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Mateo Lenoble, Head of Sales LatAm at Kambi, spoke to SoloAzar during SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon about the company’s objectives at the event, the business opportunities emerging across Latin America, and the meaning behind its refreshed “Powerful Network. Proven Edge.” positioning.
WorldMatch Highlights SBC Summit 2026 Success and LatAm Growth
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Gabriele De Lorenzi, Commercial Director at WorldMatch, spoke to SoloAzar following SBC Summit 2026 – The Greatest Show in Gaming, held from September 29 to October 1 at Feira Internacional de Lisboa and MEO ARENA, highlighting the company’s commercial objectives, new business opportunities, and the growing demand for localized and bespoke casino content.
Habanero eyes LatAm growth after key takeaways from SBC Summit
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Milda Mikelioniene, Business Development Executive at Habanero, spoke to SoloAzar following SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon, highlighting the value of face-to-face conversations with operators, the opportunities emerging across Latin America and the increasingly selective approach of European operators. She also discussed Habanero’s latest games, including King Frog Feast, Battleship Strike and Jackpot Race™, as well as the company’s priorities for the months ahead.
Omnichannel: the experience is built by people
Omnichannel is transforming the way gaming organizations connect their in-person and digital channels. However, technology alone does not guarantee a consistent customer experience: it is also necessary for teams to understand their role within this strategy. In this column, Julio César Uliassi analyzes the role of people in building a true omnichannel experience.
Discovering Successful Strategies at SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Today marks the highly anticipated final day of the sunny and bustling SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon. SoloAzar is present on the exhibition floor to capture all the action from a vibrant closing filled with key meetings, engaging conversations, and new opportunities for gaming industry executives.
September 2026
G2E Las Vegas: Korbi Carrison On Innovations & Bill Miller Denounces Illegal Prediction Markets
(Las Vegas, SoloAzar Exclusive).- SoloAzar is on the ground in Las Vegas providing firsthand coverage of the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) taking place this week. Directly from the aisles of the event, we spoke with Korbi Carrison, Event VP of G2E, to walk us through the new launches, innovations, the Business Solutions & Tech Zone, and the G2E Dealer Championship. We also review the powerful opening keynote by AGA CEO Bill Miller, who took a hard stance against illegal prediction markets. Below, we break down all the details and share today's full agenda of conferences and activities.
Brazilian presidential candidates differ on sports betting
(Brasilia, SoloAzar Exclusive).- The ban on bets determined by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva last Friday (September 25) placed the future of fixed-odds betting at the center of the Brazilian presidential dispute. The main candidates present different positions on the continuity of the regulated market, while criticism of Lula's decision is mainly concentrated on the timing chosen to issue the Provisional Measure, just nine days before the first round.
LatAm Regulators Discussed Illegal Gambling and Innovation at SiGMA North America
(Mexico City, SoloAzar Exclusive).- The panel "The Red Pen Forum: Regulators Respond to the Industry," held during SiGMA North America 2026, brought together representatives from Uruguay, Argentina, Puerto Rico, and Honduras to analyze regulatory challenges, digital transformation, illegal gambling, and the need to adapt lotteries for new generations. The conference was moderated by Rodrigo Cigliutti, Executive Director of CIBELAE (Ibero-American Corporation of State Lotteries and Betting), and featured the participation of Marcelo Visconti, National Director of Lotteries and Quinielas of Uruguay; Carlos Moyano, President of IAFAS Entre Ríos, Argentina; Heidi Hernández Olivo, Deputy Secretary of the Puerto Rico Lottery; and Lissa Mencía, General Director of Lottery Operations and Games at Loto Honduras.