INTERVIEWS
September 2026
BSW Highlights Validation and Growth Opportunities in the LATAM iGaming Market
(Mexico City, SoloAzar Exclusive).- In Q&A with SoloAzar, Betting Software (BSW) Head of Digital Marketing Ilia Chumak discussed the company's standout showcase in SIGMA North America. Highlighting the incredible energy of the region, Chumak noted that the event was a major success for BSW, resulting in active negotiations and verifying multiple deals straight from their booth.
Beyond the Games: EGT Digital’s Vision for Sustainable Growth in the Americas
(Mexico City, SoloAzar Exclusive).- At SiGMA North America, EGT Digital proved it is far more than just a premium content provider. Andres Troelsen, Regional Sales Director LATAM, discusses the industry's shift towards comprehensive tech ecosystems, the importance of tailoring strategies for the diverse Latin American market, and the company's latest innovations. Discover what’s next for EGT Digital’s expansion across the Americas.
Eman Pulis Assesses Success of SiGMA North America in Mexico
(Mexico City, SoloAzar Exclusive).- SiGMA Group founder Eman Pulis assesses the success of SiGMA North America in Mexico following its September 1–3 edition at Centro Banamex, where around 2,250 delegates gathered to connect the North and Latin American gaming markets and explore opportunities across the region.
Beyond the bonus: the new era of hyper-personalization and the challenges of regulation in Mexico
The Mexican iGaming and sports betting market is leaving behind the generic bonus as the main retention tool. In this exclusive column, Gerardo Ballesteros Félix Díaz analyzes the evolution of the Mexican bettor and explains how user experience, transparency, instant withdrawals and personalization based on artificial intelligence are redefining loyalty strategies, moving from the massive bonus to individual and more relevant offers for each player.
Evert Montero Analyzed Colombia's Gaming Regulation at SiGMA
(Mexico City) — Speaking at SiGMA North America 2026, FECOLJUEGOS President Evert Montero Cárdenas offered a deep dive into the regulatory shifts shaping the Latin American and North American markets. He highlighted the sustainability challenges ahead for Colombia's industry and the ongoing impact of technological innovation. A major highlight of the September 1-3 summit at Mexico City’s Centro Banamex was Montero's induction into the Hall of Game 2026.
AI vs. Prediction Markets: The Battle for the Future of Betting
(Mexico City, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Sportsbooks, prediction markets, or AI platforms? At SiGMA North America 2026, a panel of experts including Aviv Sher (CODERE Mexico), Jeremy Groves (Evenbeter), and Bar Worcel (TipMaster) explored the future of betting interfaces and the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence.
Gaming Goes Mobile: What Happens to the Workforce?
Digital transformation is reshaping not only how we play, but the entire gaming landscape. Yet, amidst the boom of online gaming, a crucial question often goes overlooked: what happens to the workforce behind traditional, land-based gaming? In this column, Julio César Uliassi (J.U. Consulting) explores the challenges of workforce reskilling and the vital role of human capital management during this transition.
Fostering a Winning Culture: Interview with Petra Freydorfer on NOVOMATIC's 2026 Recognition
(Gumpoldskirchen, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Recently recognized as one of Austria's Leading Employers for 2026, NOVOMATIC AG continues to set the standard for workplace quality, sustainability, and corporate responsibility in the global gaming industry.
SiGMA North America 2026 puts the spotlight on Mexico and its regulation
(Mexico City, SoloAzar Exclusive) — SiGMA North America 2026 shone a spotlight on Mexico and the regulatory future of iGaming yesterday during the opening day of its inaugural edition in the country. The agenda featured in-depth discussions on regulation, technological innovation, investment, and sustainable growth, bringing together government officials, industry leaders, investors, and tech companies. The SoloAzar team is on the ground in Mexico City covering the event, which concludes today, September 3, at Centro Banamex.
1xCare Report Examines the Future of Player Education
(Limassol, SoloAzar Exclusive).- 1xCare has commissioned “Shaping the Future of Player Education,” a global report examining how the gambling industry currently approaches player education and asking what more can be done to keep customers informed, engaged and better equipped to understand their gambling activity.