ENTREVISTAS
August 2025
GAT Expo Mexico: José Aníbal Aguirre explains everything you need to know about the event
(Mexico City, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Just days before the long-awaited return of GAT Expo to Mexican soil, we spoke exclusively with José Aníbal Aguirre, CEO of GAT Events Latam and CMO of Mobadoo, who revealed all the secrets, news, and strategic bets behind the 2025 edition of the event. "Mexico is, without a doubt, one of the most dynamic and promising markets in Latin America for in-person and online gaming, with sustained growth in sports betting, iGaming, and eSports," says Aguirre in this unmissable interview.
Monday 25 de August 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
Historic opportunity for the Mexican gaming industry
On the eve of a new edition of GAT Expo, Miguel Ángel Ochoa Sánchez, President of AIEJA, reflects in this exclusive column for SoloAzar on the historic push by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to renew the country's gaming law. He also discusses the key role of the Ministry of the Interior, headed by Rosa Icela Rodríguez, in developing a legislative initiative in collaboration with the industry.
Friday 22 de August 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
Rules of the Game: Gerardo Ballesteros Félix Díaz's legal perspective on the Mexican gambling market
(Huixquilucan, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Just a few days before GAT Expo Mexico, and given the importance of the bill seeking to update gaming legislation in that country, SoloAzar consulted with an expert in Mexican gaming regulation. Gerardo Ballesteros Félix Díaz, a lawyer specializing in games and sweepstakes, offered his perspective on the reality of the Mexican gaming market from a legal perspective. "Success in the gaming and sweepstakes industry in Mexico is not limited to capital, but to the ability to operate with a firm commitment to legality, transparency, and business ethics," he explains.
Thursday 21 de August 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
Mexico moves toward new gambling legislation: a modernization project with broad support
(Mexico City, SoloAzar Exclusive).- For the first time in more than seven decades, Mexico is on the path to profoundly transforming its regulatory framework in the area of gaming and lotteries. This report analyzes in detail the status of a bill that promises to be key to updating the legislation of the Mexican gaming industry.
Tuesday 19 de August 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
Belatra Strengthens Its Latam Expansion with Localized Games, Strategic Partnerships, and a Player-First Vision
(Buenos AIres, SoloAzar Exclusive).- In an exclusive interview, Belatra Account Manager Latam Marcos Casares introduces new Account Executive Florencia Mendiuk. They both describe the current situation of the company in Latam, as well as its achievements, milestones and future goals.
Friday 15 de August 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
EGT Digital Showcases Innovation and Market Leadership at iGB Live with X-Nave Platform and New Slot Releases
(Londres, SoloAzar Exclusive).- “iGB Live is a must-attend event for us every year and all our participations so far, including this year's, have been very fruitful,” said Ms. Tsvetomira Drumeva, Head of Sales at EGT Digital. Read more about firm’s innovative products in this exclusive Q&A.
Thursday 14 de August 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
Cristian Galarza from ASAP debunks the most common myths about imports in Argentina
(Buenos Aires, SoloAzar Exclusive).- With more than 40 years of experience in Foreign Trade and Logistics, ASAP continues to provide customized solutions. Its Director, Cristian Galarza, offered an online talk titled "Imports: Myths vs. Reality," where he demystified common ideas about the import process in Argentina and analyzed its impact on business. “The importers in the sector had lost their rhythm and were out of touch,” he explains, referring to the importance of this type of informative talks.
Friday 08 de August 2025 / 12:00
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Gaming in Spain 2025 Sets Stage for Smarter Regulation and Global iGaming Synergies
(Madrid, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Gaming in Europe was held last June 26 in Madrid, offering the latest novelties of the online gaming regulated market in Spain. Strategic Consultancy & -Events, Willem van Oort, commented the highlights of the event and its impact on the regulated gaming ecosystem in Europe.
Wednesday 06 de August 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
July 2025
Legalizing casinos is necessary and regularly regulated, defends Hazenclever Lopes Cançado, president of Loterj
(Rio de Janeiro, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Hazenclever Lopes Cançado, president of the "Loteria de Estado do Rio de Janeiro" (Loterj), participated in an exclusive interview for SoloAzar, in which he responded to forceful and critical questions about the obstacles faced for the approval of the casino bill in the Senate. The leader emphasized the need for courage and responsibility on the part of the authorities to advance with a clear and effective regulation that benefits the sector and Brazilian society.
Wednesday 30 de July 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
Uplatform Unveils Bold Innovations at iGB L!VE 2025
(London, SoloAzar Exclusive).- María, Senior Sales Manager at Uplatform, shares how the company made a powerful impact at iGB L!VE 2025. From unveiling a fully customizable platform and showcasing dynamic sportsbook features to sparking conversations around AI and personalization, Uplatform’s presence was more than just a booth — it was a statement. With a surge of interest from operators and startups alike, María reflects on the energy, engagement, and strategic value the event delivered, reinforcing Uplatform’s role as a driving force in the future of gaming.
Tuesday 29 de July 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
From banned gambling to the regulation of online sports betting: Everything you ever wanted to know about the history of gambling in Brazil
(Brasília, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Brazilians no longer need to resort to foreign platforms to gamble legally. On 1 January 2025, Law No. 14.790/2023 came into force, regulating fixed-odds betting, which means that sports betting and online casino games are now legal. But how did we get here? In this article, we review the key milestones on the road to legalisation. The ban: Decree-Law 9.215/46.
Monday 28 de July 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
Amusnet Doubles Down on Innovation and Global Growth at iGB Live 2025
(London, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Nikola Georgiev, Amusnet Regional Business Development Manager, shares how the company leveraged one of iGaming’s most influential expos to showcase its latest player-first products and promotional tools. With standout titles like Coin Gobbler and Caramelo Sortudo, and powerful engagement solutions such as Cash Bomb and the Tournament Tool, it reaffirmed its commitment to scalable innovation and strategic partnerships. Keep reading to discover the key trends, product highlights, and why iGB Live remains a cornerstone of Amusnet’s global strategy.
Friday 25 de July 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
This Betting Revolution Is Bigger Than You Think, by Fernando Polti
(Las Vegas, SoloAzar Exclusive).- In the latest video by Fernando Polti, the spotlight is on how crypto enthusiasts, sports superfans, and developers are reshaping gambling through decentralized platforms. From prediction markets and DAOs to fan tokens and on-chain sportsbooks, this emerging ecosystem runs non-stop and challenges traditional betting. Polti breaks down how these platforms work, how they generate revenue, and what it takes to build one yourself.
Tuesday 22 de July 2025 / 12:00
SoloAzar Exclusive
Facephi presented its digital identity verification solutions for the online gaming sector in Peru at PGS 2025
(Lima, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Facephi is consolidating its position as a strategic partner for responsible online gaming in Peru, presenting advanced identity verification, fraud prevention, and regulatory compliance solutions at PGS 2025, adapted to an increasingly digital and demanding ecosystem. In this interview, Bruno Rafael Rivadeneyra Sánchez, the firm's Identity Solutions Senior Manager, explores how its technology is redefining gaming security standards, with a preventative, seamless, and 100% regional approach.
Friday 18 de July 2025 / 12:00
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