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Betano inaugura canchas revitalizadas en Brasilia con obras firmadas por artistas locales

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2 months ago

April 15, 2026

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Evento en el Parque da Cidade contó con la presencia de autoridades, deporte y arte, con obras de Mão y Toys; la acción forma parte de la iniciativa Betano en Movimiento

Con motivo de su 66.º aniversario, Brasilia recibió un regalo especial de Betano: dos canchas revitalizadas en el Parque da Cidade Sarah Kubitschek, en el corazón de la capital federal.

El nuevo espacio, que cuenta con obras de los artistas locales Toys (@toys) y Mão (@mao.arte), fue inaugurado en un evento este sábado (11) y contó con un circuito de básquet 3×3 organizado por CUFA-DF y presentaciones culturales.

El evento marcó un nuevo capítulo en la historia del parque, reconocido como el mayor parque urbano de América del Sur y uno de los más grandes del mundo.

La revitalización de las canchas forma parte de la iniciativa Betano en Movimiento, que busca ampliar el acceso al deporte y a la actividad física mediante la recuperación de espacios públicos y la promoción de actividades deportivas comunitarias.

“Es una alegría estar en un momento tan simbólico, entregando un regalo que será un legado para la ciudad. Para las obras de las canchas, buscamos valorar artistas locales que aportaran la identidad de Brasilia al espacio, conectando arte y deporte”, afirmó Guilherme Figueiredo, Director de Relaciones Institucionales de Betano.

Inauguración con canasta y corte de cinta

La inauguración comenzó con una primera canasta anotada por Renato Junqueira, Secretario de Deporte y Ocio del Distrito Federal.

Tras recibir una asistencia de los artistas Mão y Toys, el secretario encestó en ambas canchas.

“Nos sentimos muy honrados de recibir este regalo de Betano para nuestra ciudad.

Este parque es icónico, democrático y accesible, y esta alianza es fundamental. Estoy seguro de que todos los que vengan a jugar aquí luego comentarán lo bonito y colorido que es el espacio.

Se convertirá en una referencia dentro del parque”, declaró durante la ceremonia.

También presente en el evento, la gobernadora del Distrito Federal, Celina Leão, destacó la importancia de la revitalización.

“Queremos sumar aliados que aporten valor. Hoy aquí se puede ver movimiento, arte y deporte ocurriendo al mismo tiempo. Estoy muy feliz de participar. Soy atleta, me gusta el deporte y lo practico todos los días.

Estoy segura de que abre puertas y cambia la mentalidad de las personas. Agradezco a los socios que hicieron posible este momento.

Las canchas están tan bonitas que dan ganas de quedarse”, comentó, tras también encestar en las canchas.

Obras inspiradas en Brasilia

Con colores vivos en tonos de azul, naranja y amarillo, las intervenciones artísticas rinden homenaje a los íconos, la arquitectura y el paisaje de Brasilia.

La ejecución técnica estuvo a cargo de Hoopers, dando continuidad a un proyecto iniciado en Río de Janeiro, con una cancha inaugurada por el jugador de baloncesto Giannis Antetokounmpo, estrella de los Milwaukee Bucks en la NBA.

El artista Daniel Morais, conocido como Toys, explicó que buscó trasladar al espacio las líneas rectas y angulares típicas de los edificios de la ciudad, además de rendir homenaje a su fundador.

“La historia de Brasilia y de sus pioneros es increíble. Juscelino Kubitschek fue el primer soñador: creyó en una idea y la hizo realidad al construir la capital. Es muy especial ver mi arte formando parte de la vida de las personas, como si ellas también participaran en la obra”, afirmó.

Por su parte, Luis Fernando Santos, conocido como Mão, incorporó elementos icónicos y de la fauna local, destacando el lobo-guará, el caracará y la Plaza de los Cristales.

“Fue una experiencia muy especial poder hacer un trabajo para Brasilia, aún más en el Parque da Cidade. Intenté representar los colores del lugar, la fauna, la flora y también sus monumentos. Es muy gratificante ver a la gente usando la cancha que pinté.

Espero que sigan aprovechando este espacio y que los inspire a conectarse cada vez más”, señaló.

Impulso al deporte y la cultura

El evento también incluyó un circuito de básquet 3×3 en colaboración con la Central Única de las Favelas (CUFA-DF). En esta modalidad, equipos de tres jugadores compiten en partidos rápidos en media cancha.

Gana el equipo que alcanza primero los 21 puntos o, si se cumple el límite de 10 minutos, el que haya anotado más canastas.

En la categoría masculina participaron equipos como Guariroba Raptors, ESCS, Capital Basquete y Gama 3×3, mientras que en la femenina compitieron Ipê Rosa, AAAESCS, PCDF y AVABRA.

Durante los intervalos, el público disfrutó de presentaciones de breaking con los b-boys Navarro 061, Breakmove y Nathan, y la b-girl Thaty. La música estuvo a cargo del DJ Afrika, y la conducción del evento por Alex Hadda y Cami Abreu.

Unidad móvil de mamografías ofreció exámenes gratuitos

Como parte de la acción, la unidad móvil de mamografías de la Fundación Laço Rosa ofreció exámenes gratuitos para la detección precoz del cáncer de mama.

La unidad también estará presente en Cidade Estrutural y en la Rodoviária los días 14 y 15 de abril. Para participar, es necesario registrarse previamente en el sitio www.mamografiasalva.com.br.

Sobre Kaizen Gaming | Betano

Kaizen Gaming es una de las mayores empresas de GameTech del mundo.

Con foco en tecnología y personas, busca mejorar continuamente la experiencia de juego online que ofrece a millones de clientes en todo el mundo, además de entretener a los aficionados al deporte de manera divertida y responsable.

Es propietaria de Betano, una marca premium de apuestas deportivas y juegos online con presencia en Europa, América y África.

La empresa cuenta con más de 3.000 empleados a nivel global.

En Brasil, Betano está presente en las dos principales competiciones del país, el Brasileirão Betano y la Copa Betano de Brasil, además de ser socio oficial del Flamengo.

Kaizen Gaming ha sido reconocida como una de las principales compañías del sector, recibiendo premios como “Operador del Año” en los EGR Operator Awards y en los SBC Awards 2025.

Vea más en www.betano.bet.br

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Kaizen Gaming takes two Latin America operator awards at SBC Awards Americas 2026

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2 hours ago

June 15, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Betano owner repeats wins for Sportsbook Operator of the Year and Casino Operator of the Year at the Fort Lauderdale ceremony on 10 June.

Kaizen Gaming has won both “Sportsbook Operator of the Year – Latin America” and “Casino Operator of the Year – Latin America” at the SBC Awards Americas 2026, repeating the double from last year. The ceremony was held on Wednesday, 10 June, during SBC Summit Americas in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The operator, which owns the Betano online sports betting and gaming brand, said the awards reflect its continued performance across Latin America. The company positioned Betano as a leading regional brand, citing market presence in Brazil and other South American markets including Argentina and Peru.

Christos Tzalavras, Kaizen Gaming’s Chief Product Officer, said: “We are very happy about this distinction, especially since it recognizes our focus on providing our customers with the best possible experience, both through our Sportsbook and our Casino offerings. And of course, it’s equally important that these awards concern the Latin American region, which has totally embraced us and to which we owe a large part of our success. With the World Cup now upon us, South America is a hugely strategic region for the industry, and we remain committed to setting new standards for innovation, trust, and customer experience.”

In the same announcement, Kaizen Gaming pointed to its sports marketing footprint in the region and wider international visibility ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Betano has been named an Official Tournament Supporter for Europe and South America, and has also been announced as an Official Regional Sponsor of the Argentine National Football Team. The company is also an Official Partner of CONMEBOL, with the partnership beginning around CONMEBOL Copa America2024 and continuing into subsequent competitions.

Kaizen Gaming also highlighted a recent acquisition aimed at product development. Earlier this year, it acquired GameplAI, a provider of AI-powered sports trading and analytics, which Kaizen said will be integrated into Betano to enhance sports trading, player markets and performance analytics.

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Kaizen Gaming Repeats Double Latin America Operator Win at SBC Awards Americas 2026

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2 hours ago

June 15, 2026

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Dual honours with awards for both “Sportsbook Operator of the Year – Latin America” and “Casino Operator of the Year – Latin America”

Kaizen Gaming, one of the world’s biggest GameTech companies and owner of the Betano online sports betting and gaming brand, has been named both “Sportsbook Operator of the Year – Latin America” and “Casino Operator of the Year – Latin America” for the second year running at the SBC Awards Americas 2026. The ceremony took place on Wednesday, 10 June, on the second day of the SBC Summit Americas at Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The repeat double award wins reinforce Betano’s position as a leading force in online betting and gaming across the region. Betano is arguably considered the no 1 igaming brand, with the biggest market share in Brazil, South America’s largest market, while it is also one of the market leaders in other South American countries, including Argentina and Peru.

Kaizen Gaming continues to set new benchmarks with customer experience at the core of its offering, underpinned by its proprietary technology, elite football partnerships, and ongoing product innovation. This includes a range of player-centric features, such as increasingly sophisticated AI-powered personalisation, trending content, enhanced in-play experiences and social functionality, alongside a wide selection of engaging rewards and offers.

Christos Tzalavras, Kaizen Gaming’s Chief Product Officer commented: “We are very happy about this distinction, especially since it recognizes our focus on providing our customers with the best possible experience, both through our Sportsbook and our Casino offerings. And of course, it’s equally important that these awards concern the Latin American region, which has totally embraced us and to which we owe a large part of our success. With the World Cup now upon us, South America is a hugely strategic region for the industry, and we remain committed to setting new standards for innovation, trust, and customer experience.”

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is a significant moment for Betanο, which has been named an Official Tournament Supporter for Europe and South America. This will see Betano provide fans with many unique and exclusive opportunities to experience the excitement of the FIFA World Cup through exclusive fan activations, while also promoting responsible play through dedicated tools and 24/7 customer support.

Betano was also recently announced an Official Regional Sponsor of the Argentine National Football Team – the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 champions. At the same time, it remains the title sponsor of both Brazil’s top domestic competitions, Brasileirão Serie A and Copa Betano do Brazil, the Presenting Partner of the Argentine Liga Profesional de Fútbol and Copa Argentina, as well as the principal and front-of-shirt partner of top flight South American clubs, including Clube de Regatas do Flamengo and Club Atlético River Plate. Furthermore, Kaizen Gaming is an Official Partner of CONMEBOL, with the partnership starting through the CONMEBOL Copa America2024 and since then continuing with other tournaments including the CONMEBOL Copa América Femenina 2025 and the CONMEBOL Liga de Naciones Femenina.

Additionally, Betano has an extensive Corporate Social Responsibility footprint in the region, supporting the work of organisations like FADeC (the Argentine Federation of Sports for the Blind), Fundación Empate (which supports the inclusion and development of people with Down syndrome in Argentina), Afroesporte (which empowers Black athletes in Brazil to develop their careers) and Fundação Laço Rosa (which supports women’s fight against breast cancer in Brazil).

Earlier this year, Kaizen Gaming also underscored its focus on customer-centric technology innovation with the acquisition of GameplAI, a provider of AI-powered sports trading and analytics. The deal enables the integration of GameplAI’s technology into Betano, enhancing capabilities across sports trading, player markets and performance analytics, for users globally.

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Bettors Rally Behind National Teams, Spotlight Mbappé, Olise and Ronaldo as Key World Cup Figures

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4 days ago

June 11, 2026

Wladimir P.

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How do bettors behave with regard to their favourite teams? Do they back them no matter what, or are they objectively calculating their chances? When it comes to national team football at least, heart seems to win over head.

Just hours before the World Cup’s premiere in Mexico, Kaizen Gaming unveils exclusive proprietary data from its Betano platform, revealing users’ betting behaviours ahead of football’s biggest tournament. The data shows that the majority of fans tend to bet in favour of their home nation. In fact, when it comes to predicting the outright World Cup winner:

In Argentina: 79% of local Betano users have backed La Albiceleste.
In Brazil: 75% of users have placed their bets on the Seleção.
In Germany, 57% are backing the Nationalmannschaft.
In Portugal, 57% have selected their national team for glory.

Even in countries where the national team isn’t universally considered among the top tournament favourites, fans still show their deep faith. In Colombia, the national team received the second-highest percentage of tournament-winner bets at 19%, trailing only Portugal (24%).

On the other hand, in non-participating nations such as Bulgaria, Denmark, Peru, and Romania, the biggest favourites among users have been Portugal, Spain, and France.

Could a 41 Year Old Cristiano Ronaldo be the tournament’s MVP?

While Cristiano Ronaldo is today 41 years old, he is not just considered one of the tournament’s biggest stars, but also a very strong candidate to emerge as its most valuable player, especially after an impressive season in the Saudi Pro League, which saw him score 30 goals across competitions and become champion with Al-Nassr. In particular, the Portuguese superstar has received 21% of bets across markets on the Betano platform to receive the tournament’s MVP, followed by Spain’s Lamine Yamal at 12% and France’s Kylian Mbappé at 10%.

When it comes to the tournament’s top goalscorer however, Mbappé is the users’ clear favourite, capturing 26% of international bets. Completing the top three are England’s Harry Kane at 12% and Cristiano Ronaldo at 8%. With regard to assists, Mbappé’s French teammate, Michael Olise is the users’ first choice at 29%, after a magnificent season that saw him provide 31 assists to his teammates at FC Bayern. The second most popular choice is the Premier League Player of the Season, Bruno Fernandes, at 18%, with Lamine Yamal in third at 13%. As for the tournament’s Best Goalkeeper, most bettors have strayed away from main odds favourites like Argentina’s Dibu Martinez or France’s Mike Maignan. Instead, they have opted for Morocco’s Bono as their top choice at 18%, deeming it a high-reward opportunity. The top three also consists of Portugal’s Diogo Costa at 13% and Belgium’s Thibaut Courtois at 11%.

Brazilians bet on Brazil to be the tournament’s lowest-scoring team!

Betano users view France as the squad with the potential to be the tournament’s highest-scoring team. In particular it has received 28% of relevant bets, followed by Germany at 16% and Portugal at 14%. On the other side, Caribbean World Cup debutants Haiti (25%) and Curaçao (19%) are the users’ main choices as the tournament’s Lowest Scoring Teams.

In a stunning statistical twist, local users in Brazil, a nation traditionally associated with “jogo bonito” (the philosophy of playing beautiful football), bet on their own squad to struggle in front of the net – Brazil has received 11% of local bets to be the tournament’s lowest-scoring team, ranking third on that specific list alongside Haiti, Curaçao, Cape Verde, and Iraq.

Interesting local bets

In Argentina, Lionel Messi is the fans’ favourite to become the tournament’s top assist-maker at 29%, yet only 7% have selected him as the top goalscorer. Colombian users have shown their adoration for local star Luis Díaz, with 24% selecting him as the tournament’s top goalscorer, only behind Mbappé at 26%. Even more overwhelming is the support for James Rodríguez, who holds a massive 43% preference among local Colombian users to finish as top assist-maker.

Brazilians remain fiercely loyal to Neymar, with 16% backing him to be the tournament’s top player despite recent injury battles. Local users also have immense faith in their next generation of talent, with 53% selecting Real Madrid’s Endrick and 27% backing Bournemouth’s Rayan Vitor for the tournament’s Best Young Player award. Finally, in Portugal, both the top choices for the tournament’s top goal scorer have been local ones: Cristiano Ronaldo at 24%, and Bruno Fernandes at 16%.

*The data shared has been extracted on June 4, 2026. More than 230,000 bets were analyzed in total across markets. The international data sources may vary according to betting option availability per market.

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