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With diversified programming, BiS 2021 promises to be the biggest betting event in the country
With the participation of highly regarded companies in the national and global market, the Brazilian iGaming Summit (BIS) – The iGaming Intelligence Made in Brazil – will take place next week, on December 1st and 2nd, in São Paulo. The organizers expect that the only sports betting and iGaming event to take place in person in 2021 will become the largest ever held in Brazil.
With the country consolidating itself as a leader in the betting, lotteries and affiliation segment, several world players will closely monitor all the steps and news that the event will provide.
After all, the conference will provide extremely important content adjusted to the demands of the national public, in addition to exhibitions, seminars and the ideal environment to revive the networking between influential market figures, authorities, experienced professionals and new leaders in this growing industry in the country. For this and much more, betting industry giants have already confirmed their presence through their congressmen, below is a list of companies present:
TOP DELEGATES 2021
1000.NET SERVIÇOS E TECNOLOGIA | IVY AFFILIATES | |
188BET | JOGATERIA | |
7 SALTOS S.A. | JOGOS DA SORTE | |
ABRACADABRA DIVERSÕES S.A | KTO | |
ALTENAR | LAZARUSOFT INFORMÁTICA LTDA | |
AMABET | LOTOSPORTS | |
ANZIL MEDIA | MAGNITUDE SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT | |
APOSTA BRASIL | MASCENA ADVOCACIA | |
ASSEMBLEIA LEGISLATIVA DE MS | MONTGOMERY & ASSOCIADOS | |
BBS PROMOTORA DE CREDITO LTDA | MR JACK INTERMEDIAÇAO DE NEGOCIOS | |
BEETELLER | MRJACK.BET | |
BETANDEAL GROUP | MURILO ELIEL LOCACOES | |
BETCONSTRUCT | NOBREBET | |
BETMOTION | NSS ADVOGADOS | |
BICHARA E MOTTA ADVOGADOS | OPÇÃO EMPREENDIMENTOS | |
BIG BRAZIL | PAGSMILE | |
BNR BRASIL TECNOLOGIA | PALPITE NA REDE | |
BOA VISTA GESTÃO EMPRESARIAL | PAY4FUN PAGAMENTOS SA | |
BOLICENHO CONSULTORIA DE FUTEBOL LTDA | PERSONAL CONSULTING | |
BWISE MEDIA | PHASELLUS ID FRINGILLA | |
CALETA GAMING | PLAY SERVIÇOS | |
CGN.CO | POKERGIANTS | |
COMISSÃO DE DIREITO DOS JOGOS DA | REACTRIO SOFTWARE | |
OAB/DF | ||
COMO APOSTAR ONLINE | SALSA TECHNOLOGY | |
CYBER.BET AFFILIATES | SAMBA DIGITAL INC | |
D&E EMPREENDIMENTOS | SEVEN BET | |
DRX ADMINISTRAÇÃO E TECNOLOGIA | SHARDFO-TECH COMPANY LIMITED | |
E-LACE | SOLBET | |
ENXERTO AGRO | SORTE GOL | |
ESPORTUDO | SORTEBET | |
EVERPLAY GAME | SPORTRADAR | |
EVOLUTION | STAR LUCK DIVERSOES ELETRONICAS | |
FSG APOIO E CONSULTORIA | SUAID ADVOCACIA | |
GENESIS GAMING | SWEETSPOT N. V. | |
GENIUS SPORTS | SYNERGY SPORTS | |
GOLDEN | THOMAS GREG E SONS | |
GREENRUN | TRIBET | |
GUARA STUDIOS | V.A ADMINISTRAÇÃO | |
GURUBETS | VBET | |
HEYBRO TECNOLOGIA | VERTICAL TECNOLOGIA | |
IGS | VISION MEDIAS SERVICES | |
IGT PLC | VOLTA PRA MARCAR | |
IMG ARENA | WEEBET | |
IMPERIALBET | WEST END GAMING | |
INOVA LOTTO | WHITE ZIP LTD | |
INSTAFILIADO.COM | WOLFF SPORTS | |
ITECH LABS | WORLDPAY BY FIS | |
Schedule for the first day of the Brazilian iGaming Summit
According to the official schedule, the program starts on Wednesday, December 1st, with a speech by Alessandro Valente (Super Afiliados) at 9:00 am, welcoming the guests. Afterwards, Gustavo José de Guimarães e Souza (Secretary of Evaluation, Planning, Energy and Lottery at the Ministry of Economy) will give the opening lecture entitled: “The Positive Impact of the Gaming Sector on the Brazilian Economy”. The first panel will address the performance and responsibilities of official ambassadors of brands who are already or intend to enter the country.
At 10 am, Leonardo Baptista (CEO, Pay4Fun) and Fabrício Murakami (CMO, Pay4Fun) will present a seminar on “Brazilian intelligence to succeed in business”. Later, Alex W. Pariente (Senior Vice President, Hard Rock Hotels Casinos) will speak about the “impact of casinos on resorts in the world and the perspective for Brazil”.
Marcello M. Corrêa (Loterj), Antônio de Jesus Leitão Nunes (Maranhão Partnerships), Karen Sierra (GLI) and Roberto Brasil Fernandes (Brasil Fernandes Advogados) will discuss the perspectives surrounding the “Regulation of Lotteries in Brazil”. And, the last panel of the morning will focus on “Entrepreneurial Vision of Lotteries in Brazil” with Roberto Brasil Fernandes, Alexandre Tauszig (SkilRock Technologies) and Sergio Alvarenga (Intralot Brasil).
BiS will return with a lecture by Victor Arias (Pragmatic Play) on “The importance of the variety of games in the Brazilian market”. The theme “What the Law allows and is not explored” will be explored by Luiz Felipe Maia (FYMSA Advogados), Rodrigo Garrido (professional poker player) and Wiitoldo Hendrich (Online IPS).
Other types of games and the current Brazilian scenario will be the subject of a panel composed of Alberto Alfieri (Salsa Technology), Thomas Carvalhaes (Hero Gaming) and Sergio Garcia Alves (Abdala Advogados).
Then, Natália Nogues (Ctrl + F5), Luis Fiorese (TacTic Sports & Entertainment) and Ângelo Alberoni (Betcris) will point out the “Differentials of successful operators in Brazil”. The first day will end with the lecture “Responsible Gaming and its obligations” promoted by André Gelfi (Betsson Group).
Brazilian iGaming Awards
The event that will close the day will be the first edition of the Brazilian iGaming Awards, which will award the brands and professionals who stood out throughout the year on the national scene. Altogether, the award will feature 14 categories and will take place at the Sky Hall Terrace Bar.
Full schedule for the second day of the Brazilian iGaming Summit
Thursday, 2, will begin with a panel on a topic in vogue these days: “Regulation – The positive aspects of Regulation (Contracting, Economy, Tourism, etc.) with the participation of Luiz Felipe Maia (FYMSA Advogados), Magno José (president of the Instituto Brasileiro Jogo Legal), federal deputy Bacelar and Waldir Eustáquio Marques Jr (Subsecretary of Awards and Drawings of the National Public Policy, Planning, Energy and Lottery of the Ministry of Economy).
The importance of Cyber Security – Game Security will be detailed by Gilson Banin (Microsoft), Henrique Costa (Pay4Fun) and Leonardo Baptista (CEO, Pay4Fun). Soon, Fernando Gonçalves (FGO Legal) Ari Celia (Pay4Fun), Marlon Tseng (PagSmile) and Fabio Tiberia (International iGaming Consultant) will be on the panel “Payments in Brazil / Legality and Compliance”.
The morning activities of the second day of BiS will end with a round table focused on “Game Providers” formed by Peter Nolte (Salsa Tecnnology), Erick Mendes (Evolution), André Schuartz (Pipa Games), Ramiro Atucha (Vibra Gaming), Jesus Rafael Campos (BetConnections) and Johnny Ortiz (Zitro).
The event will be resumed with the panel focused on the affiliate market, which will have Pedro Lucas (Super Affiliates), Flavio Raimundo (Brazil Affiliates), Aberlardo Dantas (Affiliate) and Pedro Philipi (Affiliate). While the lecture on “The need for multiple providers for the success of the operation” will be presented by Sebastian Perrier (BetConstruct).
The last seminar will focus on the work of the “Sports Betting Operators”, being moderated by Alessandro Valente (SuperAfiliados), in addition to the participation of João André Franco (EstrelaBet), Fernando Garita (Betcris) and Juan Jose Mantese (Meridian Gaming).
Cryptocurrency
BitLine Enhances Onboarding Experience in Collaboration with Jumio: Simplified KYC for Casino Patrons
This collaboration emphasizes convenience, security and regulatory compliance
Through the BitLine app, users can seamlessly transact with up to US$10 million in casino chips 24/7
BitLine, a pioneering provider in the integration of digital assets for direct access to casino chips, proudly announces a strategic alliance with Jumio, an industry leader renowned for its comprehensive know-your-customer (KYC) solutions.
This partnership marks a significant milestone as BitLine streamlines its onboarding process for casino patrons, ensuring a seamless and secure journey into the realm of digital asset-based payments for gaming.
The collaboration between BitLine and Jumio signifies a commitment to delivering unparalleled convenience while upholding the highest standards of security and regulatory compliance. By leveraging Jumio’s advanced technology, BitLine reinforces its dedication to building trust among users and offering a frictionless experience for individuals seeking access to casino chips via digital assets.
Richard Jones, the Chief Executive Officer for BitLine by Ibanera, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating: “Trust and compliance are the cornerstones of every successful casino venture. At BitLine, our vision to innovate this industry through digital assets hinges on maintaining trust and adherence to regulations. Our collaboration with Jumio represents a monumental stride towards achieving this vision, ensuring that casino patrons transact securely and confidently through our platform.”
Echoing this sentiment, Robert E Prigge, the Chief Executive Officer for Jumio, commented: “The evolving landscape of digital assets presents endless possibilities and BitLine’s innovative approach has reshaped the casino industry. By eliminating withdrawal limitations and expanding accessibility, BitLine has ushered in a new era of gaming. We are thrilled to contribute to BitLine’s journey by providing essential elements of security and compliance.”
BitLine by Ibanera grants cryptocurrency owners unprecedented access to up to US$10 million in casino chips, 24/7/365, serving as a conduit for liquidity on the casino floor. Through the intuitive BitLine app, casino enthusiasts worldwide can initiate transactions within minutes, leveraging their digital assets to unlock funds effortlessly.
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Sportradar Names New CFO, Craig Felenstein
Sportradar Group AG today announced that Craig Felenstein has been named Chief Financial Officer of the Company, effective June 1, 2024. Felenstein joins the Company from Lindblad Expeditions where he most recently served as Chief Financial Officer. He will report directly to Sportradar Chief Executive Officer Carsten Koerl.
Felenstein brings nearly 30 years of senior finance and operating experience for US publicly listed companies across the media, entertainment, experiential and digital content industries to his new position at Sportradar. Most recently, Felenstein served as Chief Financial Officer at Lindblad Expeditions, a global leader in expedition cruises and adventure travel, where he oversaw the company’s global finance organization, as well their corporate development, information technology and human resources functions. In his role as Sportradar’s Chief Financial Officer, Felenstein will lead the company’s global finance, accounting and investor relations functions. Felenstein has a unique blend of financial rigor and operational insight and will partner with the rest of the executive leadership team to advance the company’s key strategic initiatives and grow the business while maintaining strong relationships with the investment community. He will be based in New York.
Carsten Koerl, CEO, Sportradar said: “With Craig’s deep international experience and successful track record building finance organizations as a CFO at US listed public companies, I am confident that he will be a strong addition to our team. His track record of helping drive financial strategy and building shareholder value will be instrumental to our continued success. We want to express our deep gratitude to Ger Griffin for his meaningful contributions to Sportradar during a transformational growth period for our Company.”
Prior to his tenure at Lindblad, Felenstein served as Senior Vice President of Investor Relations and Strategic Finance at Shutterstock where he oversaw all interaction with the investment community while leading the financial planning and analysis and corporate development functions. Prior to Shutterstock, he served in various management roles at Discovery Communications, LLC, including Executive Vice President of Investor Relations. At the same time, he was a member of the executive team for several of Discovery’s businesses including serving as the Chief Financial Officer of Digital, Chief Financial Officer of US Network Revenue and Chief Financial Officer of Animal Planet. Prior to Discovery Communications, he held senior positions at News Corporation, Viacom Inc., and Arthur Andersen & Co.
Felenstein said: “Sportradar has built an impressive leadership position in the rapidly growing global sports technology market and the Company is ideally situated to deliver sustained growth given their strong content portfolio, unmatched product offerings and commitment to industry innovation. I am excited to work with Carsten and the entire Sportradar team, as well as the Board of Directors, to capitalize on the significant growth opportunities ahead and deliver additional value to our clients, partners and shareholders.”
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Arturo Vidal is the new ambassador of the betting site Estelarbet
Estelarbet, Chile’s leading betting site, is proud to introduce Chilean soccer legend Arturo Vidal as its new brand ambassador. The alliance with Vidal, the Chilean with the most titles in history, marks an important milestone for Estelarbet, as he will exclusively promote its entertaining variety of online casino games, spread responsible gaming and provide an impactful gaming experience. Within the strategic agreement, it was established that the sports betting and online casino will include new branded content activations, face-to-face events and community outreach with the widely known “King”.
Sebastián Salazar, CEO of the brand commented: “It is an honor to welcome a true King of Soccer to the Estelarbet crew. We are excited to have Arturo Vidal associated with the brand. I’m sure his presence will help us generate greater awareness that soccer, sports betting, and online casino are all a form of entertainment, as long as they are done responsibly.”
Estelarbet celebrates the Chilean heritage and the genuine love for online gambling that unites them with the soccer player, both being a real case of success on the national and international playing field. His career, which includes truly stellar moments such as his time in the golden generation, being the two-time champion of America with the Chilean national team, being the Chilean soccer player who won the most consecutive First Division leagues, winning 1 title in all the teams he has played, makes him an inspiring figure and idol of the sport at a national and international level.
Jimena Agudelo, Marketing Manager of Estelarbet said: “Our goal will always be to create exceptional and legendary experiences and who better to represent us than a true star like Arturo. His passion for the game, his dedication and commitment are the perfect reflection of the values we defend at Estelarbet. Without a doubt, he is the best strategic partner we have chosen to represent and increase the visibility of the brand not only in Chile, but also in Latin America.”
This partnership will undoubtedly enhance the entertainment, betting and gaming experience for the brand’s customers and provide them with unparalleled content with the fastest payouts in the sector.
Karla Porto, Influencer Manager says: “Estelarbet’s partnership with Arturo Vidal, is a bet on the great visibility and recognition he has worldwide. With more than 20 million followers on his Instagram account, he has a broad base, which translates into a massive platform to promote the brand, reaching a diverse audience passionate about soccer and sports in general. This will undoubtedly boost Estelarbet’s visibility regionally and attract new users interested in sports betting.”
With Arturo Vidal as the brand’s star, Estelarbet continues to reaffirm its commitment to offer an extraordinary, exciting and safe gaming experience for all users of the platform in Latam.
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