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Aposta Ganha appoints Hugo Baungartner as VP for Global Markets
Aposta Ganha, the fastest growing Brazilian sports betting and casino site in Brazil, has appointed Hugo Baungartner as its VP for Global Markets in a move that will spearhead the company’s international expansion.
Baungartner’s extensive sports betting and gaming experience will help accelerate Aposta Ganha’s mission of becoming a leading global operator. Aposta Ganha has earmarked several new territories across regions and the next will be officially revealed in early July.
Baungartner commented: “I am thrilled to join the dynamic team at Aposta Ganha as VP for Global Markets. With our sights set on international expansion, particularly within the vibrant Latin American market, I am excited to bring my expertise and drive to contribute to the company’s success. Together, we will navigate new territories and solidify Aposta Ganha’s position as a leading sports betting operator in Brazil and beyond.”
Focused on the Brazilian market with an in-house developed platform made by Brazilians for Brazilians, Aposta Ganha has expanded to provide a complete offering that features seamless access to Sports betting, Casino and Esports.
At the start of May, Aposta Ganha agreed terms to become the new lead sponsor of Figueirense, which complements its existing club deals with Corinthians and Flamengo.
Aposta Ganha Head of Product Elvis Lourenço followed: “Bringing on board Hugo as our VP for Global Markets is a huge win for us. His extensive experience and deep understanding of international markets, particularly within LatAm, make him the perfect addition to our team. Hugo’s expertise will play a pivotal role in accelerating our business growth and propelling us closer to our ambitious vision.”
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Clark County residents can bring a friend for free to next week’s Super Bingo $160,000 tournament at the Plaza Hotel & Casino, May 6-8
Home to downtown Las Vegas’ only bingo room, the Plaza Hotel & Casino is offering Clark County, Nevada residents who register to play in next week’s Super Bingo tournament the opportunity to bring a friend for free.
Happening Monday, May 6 through Wednesday, May 8 in the Plaza’s expansive ballroom, Super Bingo is expected to draw nearly 1,000 people from the local Las Vegas valley and across the country and Canada for the opportunity to win big playing fun-filled games of bingo over two days, with a $50,000 super coverall both days while socializing with like-minded bingo players.
Bingo-only registration is $160 per person, and Clark County residents who register can bring a friend for free. Registration is available online at https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/bingo/super-bingo-registration/. Hotel-and-bingo packages start at $300 for a four-night stay with no resort fee.
All Super Bingo players receive one 6-on paper pack for both days, two daubers, free drinks via an open bar at all sessions, boxed lunch both days, and $10 in free slot play after the first day’s session.
The Plaza’s Bingo room offers six daily bingo sessions at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. and is located on the 3rd floor. By parking on the third floor of the Plaza’s self-parking garage, guests have convenient and direct access to the Plaza’s bingo room and parking is validated for bingo players.
Gambling in the USA
Kambi Group plc extends Mohegan partnership with on-property sports betting agreement in Pennsylvania
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the world’s trusted sports betting partner, has agreed a long-term on-property sportsbook partnership with Mohegan to provide its award-winning sportsbook at two retail locations in the state of Pennsylvania.
The partnership will see Mohegan utilise Kambi’s cutting-edge retail sportsbook offering across more than 20 kiosks in sportsbook locations at Mohegan Pennsylvania and Mohegan Pennsylvania at Lehigh Valley Race and Sportsbook.
The deal further strengthens Kambi’s relationship with Mohegan, which already utilises Kambi’s suite of sports betting products at ilani in Washington, as well as online and on-property in the Canadian province of Ontario at Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara.
Kristian Nylén, Kambi CEO and Co-founder, said: “With several successful partnerships with Mohegan already in place, we are pleased to agree this new partnership as we continue to build on our strong relationship.
“This latest deal further reinforces Kambi’s position as the sportsbook provider of choice for tribes across North America, and we look forward to our ongoing collaboration with Mohegan.”
Tony Carlucci, President & GM of Mohegan Pennsylvania, said: “Mohegan Pennsylvania is excited to continue utilising the same Kambi technology platform that existed under our Kindred partnership, which will help to create a seamless process as the Sportsbook at Mohegan Pennsylvania fully rebrands later this Spring.”
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