cybersecurity
Firesand and RiskCherry Unite for End-to-End iGaming Compliance and Security
Firesand, a powerhouse in iGaming security, and RiskCherry, a specialist in automated iGaming certification, have announced a strategic partnership to deliver a unified, “one-stop-shop” service for the global gambling industry.
The collaboration bridges the gap between regulatory certification and cybersecurity resilience, providing operators and suppliers with a seamless pathway to enter regulated markets while safeguarding their infrastructure against sophisticated threats.
Filling the Security Gap in Certification
While RiskCherry is an accredited laboratory for RNG (Random Number Generator) and game certification, traditional certification processes often overlook the underlying technical security. Firesand’s integration adds a critical layer of “Offensive Security” to the compliance journey.
The Combined Service Offering:
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RiskCherry (Certification): Handles end-to-end game and RNG certification, leveraging AI-driven tools to deliver reports in as little as five days.
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Firesand (Security): Provides advanced Penetration Testing and Red Team operations—simulating real-world attacks to identify vulnerabilities that standard audits might miss.
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ISO 27001 Collaboration: RiskCherry supports the implementation of the Information Security Management System (ISMS), while Firesand provides the independent auditing required for accreditation.
Efficiency in a Regulated Landscape
In 2026, as jurisdictions like Brazil, Peru, and the UK tighten their technical standards, speed-to-market is a competitive necessity. This partnership reduces the complexity of dealing with multiple vendors, ensuring that security audits and game certifications move in parallel.
“Security and compliance go hand in hand,” said Matthew Holloway, Director at Firesand. “By combining our security expertise with their certification capabilities, we’re helping businesses stay ahead of both regulatory requirements and evolving cyber threats.”
Rob Fell, CEO at RiskCherry, echoed this sentiment: “Our mission has always been to simplify certification. By joining forces with Firesand, we can now offer a seamless experience… making compliance faster, more efficient, and more robust.”
The Technical Advantage for Operators
By adopting this end-to-end framework, iGaming entities can achieve:
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Reduced Friction: Single point of contact for both technical security and math-based game audits.
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Regulatory Assurance: Documentation that satisfies the stringent ISO and penetration testing requirements of major global regulators.
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Future-Proofing: Proactive resilience against account fraud, data breaches, and RNG manipulation.
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BMM Testlabs
BMM Testlabs’ Marzia Turrini wins Best Executive Leadership at 2026 Italian Gaming Awards
BMM Testlabs said Marzia Turrini, Global President, iGaming & Cybersecurity, has won the ‘Best Executive Leadership’ award at the 2026 Italian Gaming Awards. The company said the award was presented last week during the Italian Gaming Expo & Conference (IGE) in Rome.
According to BMM, Turrini was selected from a shortlist of eight other industry executives. The company said the award recognizes her leadership and her role in growing BMM’s digital product compliance and cybersecurity services across regulated markets.
BMM said its digital services business gained momentum in 2025, growing nearly three times faster than the overall iGaming and sports betting market. The company also said Turrini led the expansion of BMM’s iGaming Center of Excellence in Barcelona to more than 120 professionals supporting compliance testing, cybersecurity services, and quality assurance.
Turrini said, “I am honored to receive this recognition from the Italian Gaming Awards. Italy has always been an important part of my professional journey, and I am proud to contribute to the continued growth and integrity of the regulated gaming industry both in Italy and around the world.”
BMM also noted previous recognition for Turrini, including ‘Leader of the Year’ at the 2025 SBC Awards Americas and inclusion in the iGB 2025 ‘Most Influential Women in Gaming’. BMM has an office in Bologna and said it tests and certifies regulated gaming products in Italy across land-based AWP and VLT machines and systems, retail sports betting and horse racing systems, lotteries and instant gaming, and online casino and sports betting technologies.
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This article is part of Atlaslive’s ongoing series examining common online casino vulnerabilities and how established operators can proactively identify and address them.
Across the series, Atlaslive evaluates key exposure areas operators should monitor consistently, including cybersecurity threats, KPI warning signals, financial leakage risks, infrastructure and platform weaknesses, and compliance-related pressures. The final piece in the series will provide a structured set of mitigation principles developed by Atlaslive specialists.
This installment focuses on cybersecurity and regulatory exposure—two operational risk areas that directly impact revenue stability, player trust, and license continuity.
Cybersecurity Threats Impacting Casino Platforms
Online casinos handle high volumes of financial transactions and sensitive player data, making them attractive targets for cyberattacks. As operations expand, so does exposure to these risks, which can disrupt operations, increase costs, and draw regulatory attention.
Common cybersecurity threats include:
- DDoS attacks: Disrupt platform availability and degrade the player experience during peak traffic periods.
- Account takeover attacks (credential stuffing): Compromise player accounts, leading to financial losses and chargebacks.
- Payment fraud: Misuse of bonus systems or stolen payment methods.
- Phishing and social engineering: Target players or internal staff to gain unauthorized system access.
- Data breaches: Exposure of personal or financial information, increasing reputational and regulatory risk.
For established operators, the impact extends beyond technical disruption. Downtime can reduce acquisition efficiency, fraud raises operational costs, and security incidents often trigger additional compliance scrutiny and reporting obligations.
Mitigation strategies:
Atlaslive’s information security team emphasizes:
- Continuous monitoring and incident response
- Multi-factor authentication and strong access controls
- Encrypted infrastructure
- Structured security governance aligned with regulatory standards
Regulatory Exposure: A Continuous Risk Factor
Regulatory compliance is an ongoing operational challenge rather than a one-off requirement. As regulated markets evolve, obligations increase, including expanded KYC and AML frameworks, and overlapping standards for operators in multiple jurisdictions. Small operational inconsistencies can quickly escalate into significant exposure.
Typical regulatory risk areas:
- Delayed KYC verification during high transaction periods
- Inadequate transaction monitoring thresholds
- Incomplete audit trails
- Inconsistent enforcement of rules across jurisdictions
- Manual reporting processes prone to error
Regulatory vulnerability rarely begins with a major violation. It often emerges from operational friction, such as delayed verifications, inconsistent data synchronization, or limited visibility across compliance processes.
Mitigation strategies:
- Structured automation of compliance tasks
- Real-time monitoring tools
- Standardized governance processes to maintain license stability and operational continuity
Security and Compliance: Interconnected Functions
Cybersecurity and regulatory exposure are closely linked. Security incidents can escalate into compliance investigations, while weak compliance processes can magnify the impact of technical failures.
For established operators, operational resilience requires integrating security governance and compliance management, rather than treating them as isolated functions.
- Structured oversight
- Real-time monitoring
- System-level coordination
These measures help reduce exposure before it results in financial or regulatory damage.
For a full analysis of online casino vulnerabilities and Atlaslive’s mitigation recommendations, visit the Atlaslive blog.
About Atlaslive
Atlaslive is a B2B software development company that delivers multifunctional, automated platforms to optimize workflows for sports betting and casino operators. The Atlaslive Platform includes:
- Sportsbook and Casino modules
- Risk Management and Anti-Fraud Tools
- CRM and Bonus Engine
- Business Analytics
- Payment Systems
- Retail Module
Follow Atlaslive on LinkedIn to stay up-to-date with the latest in iGaming technology.
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This article is part of an Atlaslive series that examines common online casino vulnerabilities and how established operators can identify and address them early.
Throughout the series, Atlaslive analyzes several exposure areas operators should consistently evaluate: cybersecurity threats, KPI warning indicators, financial leakage risks, infrastructure and platform weaknesses, and compliance-related pressure. The final article will provide a structured set of mitigation principles developed by Atlaslive specialists.
This installment focuses on cybersecurity and regulatory exposure—two operational risk areas that can directly affect revenue stability, player trust, and license continuity.
Cybersecurity Threats Impacting Casino Platforms
Online casinos operate in an environment where high transaction volumes and sensitive player data create attractive targets for cyber threats. As operations grow, the level of exposure increases. These risks are not theoretical—they can disrupt operations, increase costs, and attract regulatory attention.
Common cybersecurity threats include:
- DDoS attacks that interrupt platform availability and degrade player experience during high-traffic periods.
- Account takeover attacks (credential stuffing) that compromise player accounts and lead to financial loss and chargebacks.
- Payment fraud, including misuse of bonus systems and the use of stolen payment methods.
- Phishing and social engineering attacks aimed at players or internal staff to gain unauthorized access to systems.
- Data breaches that expose sensitive personal or financial information, increasing reputational risk and regulatory penalties.
For established operators, the consequences extend beyond technical disruptions. Platform downtime can reduce acquisition efficiency, fraud increases operational costs, and security incidents often lead to additional compliance scrutiny and reporting obligations.
How to Address
According to the Atlaslive information security team, effective mitigation requires continuous monitoring, multi-factor authentication, encrypted infrastructure, and structured security governance aligned with regulatory standards.
Regulatory Exposure: A Continuous Risk Factor
Regulatory exposure is an ongoing operational challenge rather than an isolated issue.
As regulated markets evolve, compliance obligations become more demanding. KYC and AML frameworks expand, while operators active in multiple jurisdictions must navigate overlapping regulatory standards. In such an environment, even small operational inconsistencies can create significant exposure.
Typical risk areas include:
- Delayed KYC verification during periods of high transaction volume
- Inadequate transaction monitoring thresholds
- Incomplete audit trails
- Inconsistent rule enforcement across jurisdictions
- Manual reporting processes that increase the risk of errors
Regulatory vulnerability rarely starts with a large violation. More often, it develops from operational friction, such as delayed verification checks, inconsistent data synchronization, or limited visibility across compliance processes.
How to Address
For operators scaling across regulated markets, structured automation, real-time monitoring tools, and standardized governance processes are critical for maintaining license stability and operational continuity.
Security and Compliance as Interconnected Functions
Cybersecurity and regulatory exposure are closely connected. Security incidents can quickly escalate into compliance investigations, while weak compliance processes can amplify the impact of technical failures.
For established operators, operational resilience depends on treating security governance and compliance management as integrated operational disciplines rather than isolated functions.
Structured oversight, real-time monitoring, and system-level coordination help reduce exposure before issues escalate into financial or regulatory damage.
To explore the full range of online casino vulnerabilities and review mitigation recommendations from Atlaslive specialists, access the full article on the Atlaslive blog.
About Atlaslive
Atlaslive is a B2B software development company that specializes in creating a multifunctional and automated platform to optimize the workflow of sports betting and casino operators. Key components of the Atlaslive Platform include Sportsbook, Casino, Risk Management and Anti-Fraud Tools, CRM, Bonus Engine, Business Analytics, Payment Systems, and Retail Module. Follow the company on LinkedIn to stay updated with the latest news in iGaming technology.
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