GAT Expo, one of the flagship events of the Latin American gaming industry, celebrated its 25th anniversary from April 9 to 11 at the Hotel Las Américas in Cartagena de Indias. NOVOMATIC, as a platinum sponsor, excelled with an extraordinary range of solutions on display, led by the team of NOVOMATIC Gaming Colombia, the local subsidiary of the Group, and with the participation of renowned executives from Peru, Serbia, Austria and Ecuador.

The trade show dedicated to the land-based and online segments of the industry began with the emblematic ribbon cutting in the presence of Dr. Marco Emilio Hincapié (President of Coljuegos), Elizabeth Maya Cano (President of Cornazar), José Aníbal Aguirre (creator and organizer of the trade show) and José Casapía Bardales (Institutional Relations Manager of NOVOMATIC Peru) among others.

NOVOMATIC was the epicenter of innovation and entertainment during both days of GAT Expo. Showcasing its BLACK EDITION series of cabinets, including the BLACK EDITION II 3.32 with NOVO LINE™ GOLDEN LINK™ Edition 1, the MASTER SL™ 3.32 with Superia GOLDEN LINK™ Volume 2, and the BLACK EDITION II 3.27 with IMPERA LINK™ Series 2, NOVOMATIC demonstrated its commitment to excellence both in Terms of design and functionality.

Also presented was the acclaimed DIAMOND X™ 2.32 in its elegant Black Metro finish, equipped with the Linked Progressive Jackpot CASH CONNECTION™ Edition 4, as well as the FUNMASTER 2.27 cabinet with Superia GOLDEN LINK™ Volume 1, known for its exceptional price-performance ratio in the region. In addition, the 5-seat Fazi Optimum Roulette caught visitors’ attention with its compact design and ability to maximize entertainment in any space.

Another highlight of NOVOMATIC’s appearance at GAT Expo was the NOVOVISION™ casino management system and its advanced functionalities for the management and administration of casino floors, together with its innovative biometrically-supported access and payment solutions.

Manuel Del Sol, CEO of NOVOMATIC Gaming Colombia, expressed his satisfaction with the success of the trade show: “We are very proud of the road we have travelled and being part of this special edition of GAT Expo. We look forward to continuing to build and perfect our industry together.” The executive also appreciates the work and commitment of those involved in the realization of the exhibition: “A warm thanks to our local and international team for their effort in this event and to the GAT Expo teams for their excellence.”

NOVOMATIC would also like to thank all the operators, business partners and visitors and looks forward to continuing to contribute to the future of entertainment in the gaming industry.

Company to provide its full suite of gaming product testing and certification services to support Brazi`s newly established national regulatory framework, positioning the Company to serve one of the worldߣs largest regulated gaming markets

BMM Testlabs (BMM or the Company), the world’s original gaming test lab renowned for exceptional product compliance and certification services, today announced that the Company has been approved to test and certify land-based games, online games, and betting systems for fixed-odds betting by the Secretaria de Premios e Apostas Substituta do Ministrio da Fazenda in Brazil for the countr`s lottery operators.

This landmark approval reinforces BMM`s capabilities to test and certify any gaming product, for every technical standard adopted by any gaming regulator, in Latin America and every other regulated gaming market around the world.

BMM`s President of Digital Gaming, Security, and Inspections, Marzia Turrini said, “We are honored to have received our federal license from the the Secretaria de Premios e Apostas Substituta do Ministerio da Fazenda.” This milestone reflects our commitment to serving suppliers and Brazilian operators by providing the highest level of testing services and support to ensure that Brazil`s newly regulated gaming market is launched quickly and successfully, with a focus on integrity and protecting the gaming industry and all who play.

In addition to this federal accreditation, BMM has already been authorized to perform compliance testing and certification in the three Brazilian states that have recently regulated iGaming and sports betting Rio de Janeiro, Paraiba, and Parana;. These three states are all in the process of granting operators licenses, which will allow operators to provide fixed-odds sports betting, casino games, and games of skill.

As part of its commitment to the Brazilian market, BMM is establishing a local laboratory from which the Company will provide its full suite of compliance services and solutions, including pre-compliance testing, customized security audits, geolocation testing, and software quality assurance.

This exciting milestone is the result of BMM’s exceptional service to the global gaming industry, its commitment to the Latin American market for more than 16 years, and the strong partnerships it has forged with regulators throughout the region. BMM is a trusted independent testing laboratory for compliance services throughout Latin America, with offices in Argentina, Peru, and soon Brazil. The Companyߣs unparalleled understanding of the regionߣs technical compliance requirements, its high-quality product testing, and dedicated local customer support services ensure client confidence in their choice of a testing laboratory.

Turrini expressed enthusiasm for the momentum in Brazil, saying, “We look forward to partnering with operators and suppliers to provide our best-in-class compliance and certification services, with a focus on quality, speed, value, and player protection. We will offer our extensive expertise to suppliers seeking more than just a certification provider; BMM will be a trusted partner to help suppliers enter this expansive new market in Brazil, which is the largest country in Latin America, the tenth largest economy in the world, and could become one of the largest gaming markets on the globe.”

CGS Events, an American company with over 20 years of experience and a history of collaboration with governments across various territories in Latin America and the Caribbean, known for its distinguished track record in organizing events within the gaming industry, has recently announced a complete overhaul of its image and structure. This marks a milestone in the provision of professional sector meetings with innovations like Gaming Insights, XPO 360 and CGS Xperience at various convention centers across Latin America, thereby paving the way for new participants and expanding the market offering.

It announces its next event, CGS Santiago, which will be held on May 29 and 30 at Espacio Riesco, a renowned convention center in the capital of the country. This fourth edition in the southern country promises to be broader and more inclusive than ever, positioning itself as a crucial forum for discussing the imminent regulation of the sector in Chile.

CGS Santiago will offer two days filled with knowledge, with more hours dedicated to conferences, discussion panels and parallel activities. Participants will enjoy the experience of a space dedicated to the presentation of new products, services and solutions for the gaming industry.

The event will also provide excellent networking opportunities including a welcome cocktail, a gala dinner and the CGS Awards ceremony where the outstanding achievements of key market players will be recognized. The guest list includes regulators, tax experts, cybersecurity specialists, FinTechs, marketing agencies, representatives from casinos, lotteries, iGaming and certification laboratories among others.

This year, the event will also include the Chat and Wine segment, sponsored by the prestigious Brazilian company Pay4Fun, designed to foster dialogue while attendees enjoy an excellent selection of national wines.

With these new proposals, CGS Events positions itself as a benchmark in creating meeting and dialogue platforms in the gaming industry in Latin America and the Caribbean as well as redefining the way professionals and companies in the sector connect and explore future opportunities in an evolving market.

For more information about CGS Santiago and other events, visit the website: www. CGSEvents. io and access details about the CGS Santiago event.