INTERVIEWS
August 2026
Peru: All the details on the creation of AIGER and IPJR
(Lima, SoloAzar Exclusive).- The new institutions seek to promote prevention, education and awareness around responsible gambling, with special attention to lotteries, online games and sports betting.
The Shift in iGaming: Affiliate Management vs. Media Buying
(Lisbon, SoloAzar Exclusive).- On Thursday, August 27, the second iGaming Club by AffPapa Online Forum tackled one of the most pressing questions in the industry today: Are fixed fees transforming affiliate management into a form of media buying? Industry experts gathered to debate the growing shift toward "pay-to-play" models, the impact of AI on traffic, and what this means for the future of operator-affiliate partnerships.
Exploring Thailand's Entertainment Complex Act: Casino Legalization Insights
(Thailand, SoloAzar Exclusive).- The country is standing at the precipice of a massive transformation in its gaming landscape. Billed as the potential next great Asian gaming hub, the push to legalize casinos through the highly debated Entertainment Complex Act has international operators and investors on the edge of their seats. However, a rollercoaster of political shifts, leadership changes, and strict regulatory demands has left the industry asking: What is the true status of Thailand's casino market in August 2026? Here is everything B2B stakeholders need to know about the regulatory hurdles, the political delays, and the future of Thai integrated resorts.
FECOLJUEGOS explains the solidarity campaign to support the victims of the earthquake
(Bogotá, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Evert Montero Cárdenas, president of FECOLJUEGOS, highlights the collective response of the gambling sector and calls on businessmen and the media to join the initiative "We bet on Hope and Solidarity".
Controversy in the UK: Upcoming regulatory change targets bookmakers on shopping streets
(London, SoloAzar Exclusive).- After the historic reform of the Gambling Act, the British government is going for more: it seeks to give municipalities the power to block new betting shops and gambling centers to revitalize the high streets. However, powerful groups in the sector such as Entain, strongly reject the reform and say they are victims of a kind of campaign against it. All the details in the article.
Germany's Gambling Paradox: Is the GlüStV 2021 Fueling the Black Market?
In this article, SoloAzar presents a comprehensive investigation into the German gambling market, evaluating the pros and cons of its current regulatory framework.
Australia Moves Forward with Online Gambling Reform Amid Strong Criticism
(Sydney, SoloAzar Exclusive) – The Australian government is advancing major online gambling reforms to limit advertising and protect minors. Yet, the initiative is drawing criticism from the Greens and independents, who are pushing for a total ban on betting ads and incentives instead.
The Scourge of Illegal Gambling and Underground Slot Machines in Mexico
(Mexico City, SoloAzar Exclusive).- As the latest edition of SiGMA North America approaches in just three weeks, SoloAzar continues its in-depth coverage of the Mexican market by releasing the fourth chapter of the special feature, “Mexico in 6 Keys.”
Chilean Casino Tender Sees Lower-Than-Expected Turnout
(Santiago de Chile, SoloAzar Exclusive) — The bidding process for four casino operating permits in Chile has seen surprisingly low participation, falling short of both regulator and industry expectations. Viña del Mar and Iquique failed to attract any bidders, while Coquimbo and Pucón received just one proposal each. This outcome reignites scrutiny over the tender's economic and technical requirements, following months of pushback from operators and an antitrust review.
Rosa Ochoa: technology, innovation and the future of the Mexican online gaming market
(México City, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Just four weeks before a new edition of SiGMA North America, SoloAzar presents the third installment of the special series "Mexico in 6 keys". On this occasion, Rosa Ochoa, founder of the platform Blue Global Gaming, strategic advisor to gaming operators and technology companies that promote their expansion in Mexico and Latin America, analyzes in depth how thinking about the future, intelligent adoption of technology and innovation can become decisive factors for operators to strengthen their competitiveness in the increasingly dynamic Mexican market. At the end of the article, readers will also find an exclusive benefit available to the SoloAzar community.
ProntoPaga Consolidates Its Position at Peru Gaming Show 2026
(Lima, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Juan Carlos Loza, Head of Sales Latam at ProntoPaga, spoke exclusively after the company's participation in Peru Gaming Show 2026, highlighting the agreements reached, the interest in their payment solutions, and the expansion plans that will drive their growth across Latin America.