INTERVIEWS
October 2026
Stuart Hunter Highlights World Gaming’s G2E 2026 Experience and ICE 2027 Plans
(Las Vegas, SoloAzar Exclusive).- WorldGaming Managing Director Stuart Hunter reflects on the company’s experience at Global Gaming Expo (G2E) 2026 in Las Vegas, discussing key industry conversations, the evolution of World Gaming’s global strategy and the initiatives planned for ICE Barcelona 2027. In this interview, Hunter also examines emerging technology trends, regulatory challenges and the role of international exhibitions in shaping the future of the gaming industry.
Regulatory Earthquake in Brazil: Definitive Prohibition or Strategic Shift in Latin America?
In this exclusive column for SoloAzar, Gerardo Ballesteros Félix Díaz, a lawyer specializing in Games and Sweepstakes, analyzes the impact of the suspension of online betting in Brazil, the legal avenues that could reverse the measure and its possible consequences for the gambling industry in Latin America.
Peru Gaming Show after G2E 2026: "Our mission is to keep the industry united"
(Las Vegas, SoloAzar Exclusive).- In dialogue with SoloAzar, Joe López, CEO of AMG, the organizer of the Peru Gaming Show (PGS) after its participation in G2E 2026 in Las Vegas, analyzes the main technological trends in the sector and the growing influence of artificial intelligence on the future of gaming. In addition, it highlights the evolution of the casinos' business model towards comprehensive entertainment experiences and explains how PGS seeks to strengthen the presence of land-based gaming in its next edition, bringing the latest innovations to Lima and promoting greater integration between the different segments of the industry.
The Future of Sports Engagement Beyond the Court
The SBC Summit in Lisbon highlighted how technology is transforming the relationship between sports and fans. In this column, Robson Silveira, Senior Sales Executive at Sportradar, explores the role of artificial intelligence, real-time data, and innovation in creating more immersive and personalized experiences for sports audiences.
Ukraine Advances Digital Gambling Reform
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Natalia Denikeieva, Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, spoke to SoloAzar during her visit to SBC Summit, discussing the country’s ongoing gambling reform, the implementation of digital regulatory tools, player protection measures, and efforts to combat the illegal market. In this interview, she explains the Government’s priorities for modernising the regulatory framework, improving taxation and creating a more predictable environment for licensed operators, while sharing the main lessons she took away from the international industry event.
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.
GR8_TECH Highlights Speed and Growth at SBC Summit 2026
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Vardan Hakobyan, Head of Sales at GR8_TECH, spoke to SoloAzar during SBC Summit 2026, held from September 29 to October 1 at Feira Internacional de Lisboa, about the company’s objectives for the event, the business opportunities generated, its strategy in Latin America, and its priorities for the coming months.
CT Interactive Outlines Aggregation Strategy and Growth Focus Following SBC Summit
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Martin Ivanov, COO at CT Interactive, reflects on the company's successful showcase at the SBC Summit in Lisbon. In this interview, he discusses the growing demand for streamlined aggregation models, the specific challenges of the European market, and the strategic roadmap for expanding their global footprint.