Latin America
SBC Summit Rio: An Exploration of the Dynamic Brazilian Landscape

The inaugural edition of SBC Summit Rio will see 3,000 industry professionals with a keen interest in the Brazilian market convene at the Windsor Convention and Expo Center in Rio de Janeiro from March 5 to 7.
SBC Summit Rio has answered the demands of the industry by being the first industry event to take place in Brazil in the wake of the region’s recent regulation. Serving as Brazil’s senior executive betting and gaming event, SBC Summit Rio will host key industry executives from both regional and international operators alongside affiliates, suppliers, game studios and representatives from regulators, media, sports teams and leagues.
The event will act as the ideal hub for in-depth conversations around the burgeoning Brazilian market, discussing regulatory strategies, innovative technologies and services whilst also reflecting on Brazil’s journey to regulation and exploring future trends set to evolve the dynamic Brazilian landscape.
“Brazil has caught the attention of many in the industry as a dynamic and flourishing market that holds untold possibilities and we are truly honoured to be the first industry event to be held in Brazil since its regulation,” the founder and Chief Executive Officer for SBC, Rasmus Sojmark, said. “With the regulated market still in its infancy, SBC Summit Rio will serve as a pivotal platform for all members of the industry to come together to discuss forward-thinking strategies, forge meaningful partnerships and ultimately push the market forward.”
One of the standout features of the event will be the comprehensive conference agenda, which will take place over both core days of the summit. The conference will include four dedicated tracks across two stages and will encompass topics such as leadership, marketing and affiliation, integrity and compliance and innovation.
The first day of the conference (March 6) will feature an exclusive keynote presentation by footballing legend Ze Roberto. With significant contributions to teams like Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and the Brazilian National Team, the High-Performance Strategy keynote promises invaluable insights from one of football’s most iconic figures.
Day two (March 7) will start with a keynote featuring Hazenclever Lopes Cancado, President of the Rio de Janeiro State Lottery (LOTERJ), and Iuri Castro, a representative from the state-owned Brazilian financial services provider CAIXA. The Ask Me Anything – Lottery Edition keynote moderated by Ludovico Calvi, the Honorary President of the United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports (ULIS), will offer an interactive, audience-led format giving a platform to the live audience to submit their questions concerning the Brazilian market to the expert speakers.
Overall, the conference agenda will play host to 100 industry experts as they address key issues pertaining to the Brazilian market. Across the agenda, delegates can expect discussions encompassing the best strategies global operators can utilize for successful entry into the Brazilian market, the best practices for optimal CRM system implementation, optimal methods to successfully establish operator and media partnerships, successful localized marketing strategies and robust discussions on state and federal sports betting licenses. It will also explore the delicate balance between innovation and regulation in shaping the customer experience, the rapidly evolving regulatory and compliance landscape in Brazil, how to incorporate technology that is true to a brand’s specific image and target audience and more.
The exhibition floor will be home to over 70 global and regional exhibiting brands, showcasing the latest games, innovative technologies and services. Companies set to appear across the summit include well-known operators such as 1xBet, BetWinner and EstrelaBet, influential affiliates like bwise Media and KeyAffiliates, innovative game studios such as SmartSoft, Wazdan and Pragmatic Play and suppliers such as BetConstruct, Digitain, IGP and Oddin.gg alongside a host of service providers showcasing their latest products.
In addition to the conference agenda and exhibition floor, SBC Summit Rio will also host multiple daytime and evening networking events:
- Invite-only poker tournament sponsored by WA.Technology at the Windsor Barra Hotel (March 5)
- SBC Summit Rio opening party at the Ilha Itanhanga sponsored by Pay4Fun (March 5)
- SBC Resenha FC Sports Team Meet-Up at the Networking Bar (networking bar is sponsored by Pragmatic Play (A260)) (March 6)
- An invite-only VIP C-level dinner sponsored by WA.Technology held at the Restaurante Casa do Saulo Museu do Amanha (March 6)
- Drinks reception sponsored by Wazdan, located at the Wazdan stand (A170)(March 6)
- Official networking party at the Museu do Amanha sponsored by Aviatrix, GIG, Paybrokers and Pay4Fun (March 6)
- Breakfast for women in gaming in Brazil at the VIP Networking Lounge (the lounge is sponsored by Openbet) sponsored by Clever Advertising and AMIG (F04) (March 7)
- Happy hour sponsored by OpenBet located at the VIP Networking Lounge sponsored by Openbet (F04) (March 7)
- Official closing party at the Camarote Praia sponsored by Xtremepush (March 7)
For groups of three or more, you can purchase a Group Pass Ticket gaining you access to all three days of SBC Summit Rio for the discounted price of R$2500 per person.
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Amusnet Brasil announced the official go live of its partnership with Cactus Gaming, a B2B platform serving some of the leading operators in the Brazilian market. With this integration, the game provider adds 25 new operators to its distribution network, further expanding its reach through a structure aligned with the regulated market.
With operations now underway, Cactus clients gain access to a robust portfolio and features that enhance the end-user experience. Among the featured games now live are the fun and dynamic Coin Gobbler, the immersive Cavemen and Dinosaurs, and titles that have proven their success in multiple markets, such as Rise of Ra, Cocktail Dice and 7 & Crystals. The agreement with the platform includes weekly releases, following a strategy designed to boost operators’ performance and enhance the player experience.
Beyond the games themselves, operators using the Cactus platform will now benefit from Amusnet’s exclusive Jackpot System and Tournament tools, designed to boost player engagement and increase retention rates.
“This go live marks an important milestone in our expansion in Brazil. Being on the Cactus Gaming platform means we’re closer to some of the most strategic operators in the country, delivering not only high-performance games but also complete value-added solutions,” said Marco Pequeno, Country Manager Brazil at Amusnet.
The partnership reinforces Amusnet’s commitment to the igaming ecosystem in Brazil, offering reliable technology, captivating content, and tools that enhance competitiveness for partner operators.
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Dreidel names Elias Liberas as Chief Commercial Officer

Former Ortiz Gaming exec joins proudly Mexican land-based and online slot game producer to spearhead its ambitious expansion plans
Dreidel, the proudly Mexican casino game developer, has strengthened its management team with the appointment of Elias Liberas as Chief Commercial Officer.
Elias joins Dreidel at an important time for the business as it continues to establish itself as the leading land-based slot provider in Latin America, North America and beyond, while pushing into the online market for the first time.
It’s an important hire in that regard, with Elias having a strong track record in the gaming industry. He joins Dreidel from Ortiz Gaming, where he was Commercial Director over a 14-year career with the company. Before that, he worked for Cadillac Jack and Siente.
Elias brings a strong strategic vision and invaluable experience gained across more than 20 years in commercial roles both in and out of the industry, experience that Dreidel will use to continue to scale its business with purpose and pace.
As Chief Commercial Officer at Dreidel, Elias will be responsible for fostering and developing key relationships with operator and supplier partners, and ensuring that the company continues to provide unique experiences for both casinos and their players.
José Shemaria CEO at Dreidel, said: “I am thrilled to welcome Elias to Dreidel as Chief Commercial Officer and for us to benefit from his unrivalled commercial experience in the industry.
“Elias has spent more than two decades in commercial roles across the industry, and this gives him a unique understanding of what land-based and online casino operators look for in the games they offer to players.
“At Dreidel, we are passionate about creating slots that not only meet but exceed players’ expectations, and with Elias on board, we will be able to make more operators aware of our innovative and exciting suite of games than ever before.
“All that’s left for me to do is to officially welcome Elias to the Dreidel family.”
Elias Liberas, Chief Commercial Officer at Dreidel, added: “The opportunity to join Dreidel as Chief Commercial Officer was one that I simply couldn’t turn down.
“Since 2015, the company has been committed to developing the best land-based slots in Mexico, and now it’s looking to not only take these games online, but also into more Latin American and North American markets.
“This makes it an exciting and important time for me to join the business, and I’m looking forward to leveraging my more than 20 years of experience to help drive Dreidel into the next chapter of its success story.”
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This partnership signals a major step forward in Inspired’s growth strategy, as the market expands during its new era of regulation. With this launch, Jogo de Ouro’s players in Brazil will now have access to Inspired’s rapidly expanding catalogue of online slot content, including hit titles such as Golden Winner™ (Campeão de Ouro), Big Piggy Bank™ (Super Confrinho da Sorte), Big Fishing Fortune™ (Super Pescaria da Fortuna), alongside global fan favourites like Gold Cash Free Spins™ (Grana de Ouro Giros Gratis), Cops ‘n’ Robbers Big Money™ (Policia e Ladrao Muita Grana), and more.
Jogo de Ouro will feature regular content releases from Inspired, giving its players access to a variety of new experiences, including proven, high-performing global hits. The portfolio blends iconic classics, innovative features, and seasonal favourites, all designed with high-impact mechanics that drive both engagement and retention. The partnership with Jogo de Ouro broadens Inspired’s global footprint and brings proven content to one of the most promising iGaming markets, in the world.
Claire Osborne, Vice President of Interactive at Inspired Entertainment, said: “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Jogo de Ouro to bring our diverse games portfolio to Brazilian audiences. From player-favourite classics to fun seasonal titles, our games are crafted for engagement and have proven performance. This collaboration will deliver exceptional entertainment experiences to Jogo de Ouro’s players.”
Flavio Sukar, CEO at Jogo de Ouro, added: “This partnership positions Jogo de Ouro at the forefront of Brazilian iGaming, delivering top-tier casino content to our players. We’re proud to partner with Inspired, and we look forward to bringing their high-quality games and regular new releases to audiences across the country.”
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