INTERVIEWS
March 2026
All About Brazil’s Gambling Market: How the Country Redefined Its Industry and Became a Top Target for Global Operators
(Buenos Aires, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Brazil, one of the largest economies in the Americas, established a new federal framework for regulating sports betting and online casinos between 2023 and 2025. At the same time, Congress continues to debate whether to allow the return of land-based casinos. This report unpacks the details and highlights the importance of Brazil’s regulatory shift for the gambling industry.
SBC Summit Rio 2026: Brazil’s Betting & Gaming Powerhouse Unites Industry Leaders
(Rio de Janeiro, SoloAzar Exclusive).- This week, SBC Summit Rio 2026 offers a dynamic mix of exhibitions, conferences, and networking opportunities. With over 400 top suppliers showcasing innovations, dedicated summits on affiliates and payments, and a vibrant food festival, the event promises to be the ultimate hub for Brazil’s booming betting and gaming ecosystem. Dive into the highlights for today.
SBC Summit Rio 2026 Kicks Off Today Focusing Connection With Wider Latam Region
(Rio de Janeiro, SoloAzar Exclusive).- From March 3 to 5, thousands of stakeholders from Brazil and beyond will gather for SBC Summit Rio to examine the key lessons from the market’s first year under regulation and what they signal for business strategy in the year ahead. SoloAzar is on-site at the event, providing full coverage of the latest industry news and updates.
February 2026
What the Pantone Color of 2026 Teaches Us About Marketing
Karina Ferraioli, Co-founder and CMO of Master Affiliates Network, offers in this article a thought-provoking reflection on the meaning behind the choice of white as the Pantone Color of 2026 and its connection to marketing, particularly within the iGaming industry.
Nadia Popova from EGT on ICE Barcelona 2026:"The new concept of our stand made a strong impression on visitors"
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- In this post-event interview from Barcelona, Nadia Popova, EGT’s Chief Revenue Officer and VP Sales & Marketing shares insights on the company’s standout presence, its “All eyes on us” stand concept, key product highlights, and the strategic partnerships forged at ICE Barcelona 2026.
SAGSE South America 2026 Aims to Maximize Business Quality and Reinforce Regional Leadership in Buenos Aires
(Buenos Aires, SoloAzar Exclusive).- The 34th edition of SAGSE South America will take place on March 18 & 19, 2026, at the Hilton Buenos Aires in Puerto Madero. In the lead-up to the event, Alan Burak, Vice President of SAGSE Latam, anticipates an edition with stronger international traction, increased Brazilian presence, and a strategic focus on compliance, trust, and commercial conversion.
"International Responsible Gaming Day: a call to protect our children"
Within the framework of February 17, the date on which International Responsible Gaming Day is observed, Jesús Acevedo, President of the City of Buenos Aires Lottery (LOTBA), reflects on the current challenges posed by early access to online gambling, the need to strengthen prevention and enforcement against illegal gambling, and the institutional commitment to protect children and adolescents from the risks of gambling addiction, promoting a culture of responsible, safe, and legal gaming.
Luz Beatriz Jaramillo Serna of 21Viral: “Our presence at ICE Barcelona 2026 was exceptionally positive”
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Following her participation at ICE Barcelona 2026, Luz Beatriz Jaramillo Serna, Head of Business Development, Marketing and Sales for Latin America at 21Viral, analyzes the commercial impact of the event, the trends set to shape the industry’s direction, and the company’s strategic priorities to consolidate growth across the region and new regulated markets.
Toni Karapetrov from Habanero on ICE Barcelona 2026: Regulated Growth, Localization and Strategic Expansion Drive 2026 iGaming Strategy
(Barcelona, Exclusive SoloAzar).- In this interview, Toni Karapetrov, Head of Corporate Communications at Habanero, shares insights from ICE Barcelona 2026, highlighting premium content innovation, high-level industry engagement, key iGaming trends such as localization and gamification, and the company’s strategic focus on regulated market expansion and sustainable growth in 2026.
Slotegrator leverages ICE Barcelona 2026 to strengthen its rebranded positioning and expand global growth strategy
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Slotegrator closed ICE Barcelona 2026 with strong commercial momentum and enhanced brand positioning, using the event to showcase its rebranded ecosystem of technology and consulting solutions while advancing negotiations with operators and partners across regulated and emerging markets.
Kambi Highlights Strong Demand for Flexible and Compliant Sportsbook Solutions at ICE Barcelona 2026
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Kambi, the leading global sports betting supplier, closed its participation at ICE Barcelona 2026 with a highly positive balance, marked by strong commercial exposure and high-level business discussions that underscored the growing demand for compliant, scalable and flexible sportsbook technology in regulated markets worldwide.