IGI Expo 2025: A Journey in 200 Images
Brazil.- 18th November 2025 www.zonadeazar.com Zona de Azar — Special Coverage from São Paulo The third edition of the IGI Expo reignited the iGaming agenda in Brazil with a solid...
Zitro Unveils Rock N’ Raccoons: Pure Rock Entertainment
Spain.- November 17, 2025 zonadeazar.com Step into the spotlight with Rock n’ Raccoons, where two bands—The Critters and The Dreamers—face off in an epic musical showdown. Three raccoon rockstars with their...
Pragmatic Play Expands Virtual Sports with Super Bike Racing
Malta.-November 18, 2025 www.zonadeazar.com Pragmatic Play, a leading content supplier to the iGaming industry, has launched Super Bike Racing, the latest addition to its award-winning virtual sports portfolio.  Each race features...
IGI Expo: Integrity in Sport in the Age of Sports Betting
Brazil.- 18th November 2025 www.zonadeazar.com As part of the IGI Expo, held at the Blue Tree Premium Morumbi Hotel Convention Center in SĂŁo Paulo on November 12 and 13, an...
Camila Beatriz da Silva joins ReferOn as Senior Sales Manager
Brazil .- November 18, 2025 www.zonadeazar.com Brazilian executive Camila Beatriz da Silva, with more than 15 years of experience in sales and affiliate marketing, takes on the role of Senior...
IBJR adds Ăšnico ID as new Associate to Boost Integrity
Brazil .- 18 November 2025 www.zonadeazar.com  The Brazilian Institute of Games and Risks (IBJR) has welcomed Único ID as a new associate member, reinforcing its commitment to identity verification, ESG...
Brazil: Bill to Double Taxation on Betting firms Returns to Senate Agenda
Brazil.- 17 November 2025 www.zonadeazar.com A bill proposing to double the tax rate on fixed-odds betting firms in Brazil —from 12 % to 24 % of gross gaming revenue— returns...
Minister Backs 27.5 % tax rate for Brazil’s Sports Betting Market
Brazil.- 18 November 2025Â www.zonadeazar.com A Brazilian government minister proposes a 27.5 % tax rate for the fixed-odds sports betting market, signalling a regulatory approach that combines revenue generation, oversight...
Brazil: Senator Eduardo Braga links higher taxes on “bets”
Brazil.- 17 November 2025 www.zonadeazar.com Senator Eduardo Braga (MDB-AM), rapporteur of the bill to double taxation on sports betting (“bets”) in Brazil, states that the tax increase will only be...
YouTube Imposes Age-restriction on Videos About Online Gambling
Global.- 18 November 2025Â www.zonadeazar.com YouTube has announced that from 17 November 2025 it will apply age-restrictions to videos promoting or featuring online gambling, betting and social casinos, signalling a...
GAT Expo Santo Domingo closes GAT Events 2025 circuit with success
Dominican Republic.- 18 November 2025 www.zonadeazar.com  The fifth edition of GAT Expo Santo Domingo brought together over 600 executives, regulators and suppliers from Europe, Latin America, the U.S. and the...
Chile: Comptroller Rules SCJ Cannot Supervise Online Gambling
Chile.- 18 November 2025 www.zonadeazar.com  The Comptroller General of Chile issues Opinion No. E184152N25 determining that the Superintendence of Gambling Casinos (SCJ) lacks jurisdiction to oversee online gambling platforms in...
Betsul Announces Nego do Borel as New Brand Ambassador
Brazil.-Â November 18, 2025 www.zonadeazar.com Betsul has just strengthened its corner with a name that combines music, authenticity and charisma: singer and boxer Nego do Borel is the new brand ambassador....
Clarion Gaming Launches New Sustainability Initiatives for ICE & iGB Affiliate Barcelona
Spain.- November 18, 2025 www.zonadeazar.com Clarion Gaming has underscored its commitment to running live events that have a positive environmental impact today and for the future. New for 2026 are...
Wazdan Unveils Q4–Q1 2026 Roadmap with Premium New Releases
International.– 14 November 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The studio outlines a strong upcoming line-up blending classic style, cultural themes and advanced engineering Overview Wazdan, a gain-focused and globally recognised iGaming developer, has...
Brazilian Gaming Associations Unite on Taxation and Illegal Gambling Fight
Brasil.- 14 de Noviembre de 2025 www.zonadeazar.com At the opening of IGI Expo, representatives from ANLJ, ABC-BET, Aigaming, AbraJogo, ABFS and AMIG aligned around a common agenda: defending a regulated,...
1spin4win Reaches Major Milestone with 1,000 Global Partnerships
International.– 14 November 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The fast-growing studio strengthens its position with operators and aggregators worldwide Overview 1spin4win, one of the industry’s fastest-rising classic slot providers, has surpassed 1,000...
Argentina: Authorities Dismantle Illegal Gambling Network Used for Money Laundering
Argentina.– 12 November 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Operation uncovers a high-level structure in Mar del Plata that moved more than USD 430,000 Overview Argentine security forces have dismantled a criminal organisation that...
CBF Reviews Genius Sports’ Semi-Automated Offside Technology
Brazil.– 14 November 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The Brazilian Football Confederation advances refereeing modernisation with AI used in the Premier League Overview The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has taken an important...
Caixa Could See Its First Year Without Lottery Growth Since 2018
Brazil.– 14 November 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com A decline in lottery revenue raises concerns for one of Brazil’s most important public gaming sectors Overview Lottery revenue operated by Caixa Econômica Federal fell...
Esportes da Sorte Expands Partnership with Sportradar and Adds AI Integrity Tool
Brazil.– 14 November 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The operator strengthens its monitoring and fraud-prevention capabilities with advanced technology Overview Esportes da Sorte, one of Brazil’s most prominent sports betting operators, has...
Stretch Network Launches Black Friday Promo with Up to 90% Discounts
International.– 14 November 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com  Players gain affordable entry to WPL tournaments with fast-track phases and reduced buy-ins Overview Stretch Network has announced its Black Friday Weekend promotion, scheduled...
Fire and Roses Ignites New Gold Blitz Fortune Tower™ Release
International.– 14 November 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com A vibrant new instalment merges the Joker universe with the acclaimed Fortune Tower™ mechanic. Overview Games Global and its exclusive partner Triple Edge Studios, together...
Zitro Unleashes the Power of the Elements with Its New “Spin Fu”
Spain.- November 13, 2025 zonadeazar.com  Enter the world of Spin Fu, where the four unique titles—Earth, Air, Water, and Fire—come alive with spins full of surprises. Trigger the Bonus Free Spins...
Optimove and Gaming Operations Academy Drive CRM and Gamification Knowledge
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Optimove and the Gaming Operations Academy bring together iGaming professionals for a workshop on CRM and gamification, announcing an intensive online Masterclass in December....
Globo and CazéTV Secure 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup Rights in Brazil
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com  Brazilian broadcaster Globo and digital platform CazéTV enter into an agreement with FIFA to present the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™, to be...
Betting Market Pays Double the National Average Salary in Brazil
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Brazil’s sports betting industry continues to stand out as one of the country’s most dynamic sectors, offering salaries that are twice the national average...
Genius Sports Partners with Rei do Pitaco to Boost Sports Betting Growth in Brazil
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Global data and technology leader Genius Sports has announced a strategic partnership with Rei do Pitaco, one of Brazil’s leading fantasy and sports betting...
IGI Expo 2025: Leads the Discussion on the Future of iGaming in Brazil
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Leading operator EstrelaBet takes the spotlight at IGI Expo 2025, driving the debate on the future of iGaming in Brazil. The event gathers key...
Brazil: State-Licensed Betting Sites Generate BRL 15.4 Million and Expose Legal Gaps
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com State-licensed betting platforms in Brazil accounted for less than 1% of total online betting traffic in Q3 2025, yet generated an estimated BRL 15.4...
Geolocation and State Licenses Spark Debate in Brazil’s Betting Market
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com  The issue of geolocation and state licensing takes center stage in Brazil’s iGaming industry, as operators, legal experts, and regulators discuss digital boundaries and...
Brazil: Senate Expected to Vote on Bill Doubling Sports Betting Tax Next Week
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The Brazilian Senate is expected to vote next week on the bill that doubles the taxation rate on online betting companies, increasing the gross revenue...
Betting Industry Warns Football Sponsorships at Risk Due to Tax Hike
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Brazil’s sports betting industry warns that raising the tax burden could jeopardize its financial support for national football, estimated at over BRL 1 billion in...
Aristocrat Reports Double-Digit Earnings Growth and a “Resilient” FY25
Australia.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Group revenue reaches AUD 6.3 billion as portfolio strategy, innovation, and capital discipline fuel performance. Overview Aristocrat Leisure has announced strong financial results for the...
Regulated Betting Market Could Inject BRL 28 Billion into the Brazilian Economy
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The full implementation of Brazil’s regulated betting market could inject over BRL 28 billion per year into the national economy, boosting tax revenue, job creation,...
Giovanni Rocco Highlights Regulatory Progress, Calls for Support Against Illegal Betting
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com International consultant Giovanni Rocco, an expert in integrity and compliance, praised Brazil’s regulatory progress in the betting industry while urging stronger institutional cooperation to combat...
Arthur Lira Says Government Should Fight Illegal Betting Before Raising Taxes
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The President of Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies, Arthur Lira (PP-AL), stated that the Federal Government must prioritize the fight against illegal betting before implementing new...
ALEA Assumes CIBELAE Vice Presidency
Argentina.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The Argentine Association of State Lotteries, Pools, and Casinos (ALEA) has been elected to the First Vice Presidency of the Ibero-American Corporation of State Lotteries...
IPLyC Misiones Addressed Gambling Addiction Prevention
Argentina.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The Provincial Institute of Lottery and Casinos (IPLyC) of Misiones, through its Responsible Gaming Team, carried out a series of gambling addiction prevention activities in...
Esportes Gaming Brasil Group Launches “Imagine With Me”
Brazil.– November 13, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The Esportes Gaming Brasil Group, owner of Esportes da Sorte, Onabet, and Lottu, has launched a digital campaign to promote its new corporate brand, Lottu....
1xBet urges shared intent for stronger player protection
Malta.– November 12, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Global operator 1xBet calls on regulators and operators to collaborate and build a safer, sustainable market environment. Overview 1xBet highlights that although 63% of...
Pragmatic Play Expands Smart Studio Offering With bplay In Argentina
Argentina.- 12th November 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Pragmatic Play, a leading content provider to the iGaming industry, has expanded its partnership with Argentinian operator BPLAY following the launch of new Smart...
Fast Track partners with Atomo Gaming to expand in LATAM iGaming
Malta – November 12, 2025 www.zonadeazar.com – Fast Track, the leading CRM platform for the iGaming industry, has announced a strategic partnership with Atomo Gaming, a prominent iGaming platform provider...
GR8 Tech Delivers Record Performance at SiGMA Central Europe 2025
Italy.– November 11, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The company achieved its strongest-ever sales results, powered by its boxing-themed Platform for Champions and the unstoppable energy of the Heavyweight Club. Overview GR8 Tech...
Nominations Open for the 2026 ICE Barcelona Landmark Awards
Spain.– November 11, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Clarion Gaming invites the global gaming industry to celebrate innovation, leadership, and excellence in its annual recognition programme. Overview Clarion Gaming, organisers of ICE Barcelona,...
SPA Revokes Trisigma’s Authorization As Certification Body In Brazil
Brazil.– November 10, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The Secretariat for Prizes and Bets (SPA) under Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has revoked the authorization of the Dutch company Trisigma B.V. to act...
Haddad Says 18 Percent Tax Rate For Bets Remains Government Standard
Brazil.– November 12, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Finance Minister Fernando Haddad reaffirmed that the Brazilian government has always supported an 18 percent tax rate for sports betting and online gaming. Overview...
Conajzar Opens Tender For Paraguay’s National Lottery Quiniela Operation
Paraguay.– November 11, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The National Gambling Commission (Conajzar) has announced a public tender for the operation of the national quiniela lottery, covering a five-year term. Overview The...
Betano Appoints Luiz Felipe Massad As Human Resources Director In Brazil
Brazil.– November 11, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com  Betano, the global sports-betting platform, has appointed Luiz Felipe Massad to lead its People function in Brazil, overseeing recruitment, compensation, culture and development. Overview...
Turkish Football In Crisis: Betting Scandal Involves Over A Thousand Players
Turkey.– November 11, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com The Turkish Football Federation has suspended or referred for discipline over 1,000 players and hundreds of officials; Turkish football is facing an unprecedented integrity...
MEC Establishes New Procedures For Betting Revenue Transfers To Education
Brazil.– November 11, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com  Brazil’s Ministry of Education has set new rules governing the transfer of betting-related funds to strengthen the country’s education system. Overview The Ordinance No....
US investigation probes MLB players’ alleged involvement in illegal betting
Malta.– November 12, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Two pitchers from the Cleveland Guardians are accused of leaking pitching data to facilitate bets, yielding millions in profits for bettors. Overview On June...