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The convergence of gambling and video gaming – better together?

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An increasing number of industry titans in recent years have moved into video games and many video game outfits have turned their eye to offering ‘gambling’ elements within games. With these moves and the rise of social/mobile gaming bringing these industries closer to traditional gambling and igaming, what is there to be learned from this growing convergence? Andy Sekula, Head of Games at Kalamba and Vladimir Malakchi, CCO at Evoplay offer their thoughts.

 

Has the global video game boom influenced the design and development of today’s games? Gamification has been a focus for iGaming developers for some time, has this been driven by the rise in video game popularity?

Andy Sekula: There has been a lot of work invested in video game development over the years in regards to all sorts of progression and collection mechanics, with the ultimate goal being to reward players for specific behaviours. The primary goal for that industry is essentially the same as ours – to entertain and engage – and to that end, we can learn from video games just as we can from other products and services that compete for leisure spend such as movie streaming platforms like Netflix.

While the nature of certain AAA video games is sometimes significantly larger in scope – think Grand Theft Auto, for example – the same principles of attracting, engaging and retaining players remains and is in a sense more difficult for iGaming studios as we have to pack the same amount of involvement into a product that is smaller in scale and by nature is shorter in terms of average playing sessions. Despite this, many slots are now a world apart from what was produced 10 or even five years ago and highlight the creative talent our industry possesses.

Vladimir Malkachi: When it comes to popular culture, the video game industry is no doubt one of the most influential verticals, especially gambling, as both gaming and gambling belong to the same concept of entertainment, where  audiences from both worlds intersect with each other. After all – the convergence is obvious – both video game and casino players seek the same goals – fun and gaming. However, those who choose gambling games also want to experience the thrill of betting, which offers a whole new dimension.

From a technological point of view, iGaming companies continue to follow the video game industry and adopt their solutions, such as development, game engines, features, graphics, and sound to create an experience similar to the one seen in the video game world. Casino and video game developers also take a similar approach to storylines – they search for innovative, creative, and exciting themes that can provide a fresh and immersive experience to players. iGaming has also inherited the trend of in-game purchases, such as shops and loot boxes, a vivid example of this is the bonus buy feature you see in several casino titles these days – which again shows how much the verticals are converging.

In general, the video game industry is a trendsetter and a source of ideas and inspiration to those within the iGaming space. It attracts both Millennials and Gen Z players, who share many audiences and demographics with many gambling brands.

 

Licensed games, chosen correctly, can be valuable investments for studios. We have already seen classic video game IPs feature in some slot titles in the past – is this something that can be leveraged further? Must it be something more than just window dressing?

AS: This is quite a tricky thing to do well and there haven’t been too many successful examples of IPs moving from the video gaming world to slot games. Whether this relative lack of success so far is the reason why it hasn’t been leveraged more, I’m not sure.

Done right, I can see some potential in classic universal IPs like PacMan or Donkey Kong but for more modern brands such as the likes of Pokemon, you wouldn’t see it appear in slots until it’s not resonating with a younger audience anymore and when the generations that played the original game are old enough to play video slots, such as with Space Invaders or Street Fighter II.

VM: It’s always exciting when the audiences of two popular brands merge together into one type of entertainment – especially when it comes to something from the wider cultural world being integrated into iGaming.

As well as attracting wider audiences from the outside world, it certainly benefits game providers, giving them a larger media presence and in turn creating wider interest from the outside world, which is especially beneficial if you’re a listed company and as a consequence, as it can directly affect your company’s profitability and volume.

However, alongside the benefits that can be achieved by securing brand rights with third parties, we do need to take costs into account. The average royalty to be paid off to the contractor is 3-15% of the GGR, with joint approval needed from both sides, which can certainly affect the potential for a partnership, and indeed the bottom line.

Saying this though, the benefits usually outweigh the costs, and I’m sure we will see more deals of this type in the future, but considering everything mentioned above, it might not be for everyone, especially those who are just entering and establishing themselves on the market. The key, as always, is identifying your audience and followers and creating a gaming experience that resonates with their values.

 

Betting on people playing games (esports) has for some time proven hugely successful. What impact has this had and could have going forward, on traditional gambling as a whole?

AS: Betting on outcomes, as we’ve seen with traditional sports betting, has been around long before esports (or even electricity!) appeared, but now it’s established, esports is an ideal focus for sportsbooks since there’s a lot of both skill and luck (randomness) involved –  so its a perfect vehicle for evolving the betting industry. I think given the different demographic that we see watching and being involved with esports, there’s the prospect of opening up igaming and betting industry offerings. This would mean the emergence of a whole new sector of players/bettors and consequently the potential for new styles of games/experiences to suit. It will be interesting to watch it evolve.

VM: Without a doubt, the implementation of gaming-inspired features into casino products can significantly expand what’s on offer, and as a consequence, attract new players. This is especially the case when it comes to the spirit of fixed odds and sports betting, and when incorporated into gaming titles, can help go a long way to reaching sports betting fans who might want to give gaming a try.

In our view, instant games are among the best examples of how this approach can be carried out. Players can choose types of bets, which provides them with a gambling experience similar to betting on sports, which in turn makes them feel right at home without any major learning curve required to start playing a game.

The value of such products was analysed heavily during 2020 when sports events were canceled, and bettors needed to find a substitution for the hobby they used to entertain themselves with. Subsequently the adoption of betting mechanics in casino games’ introduced casino brands to the sports betting market and simultaneously covered its audience’s demand – we’ve seen the success it has had during the last two years, and there’s no reason for that not to continue even with sports back, as we are entering a new era of gaming where such transitions are far easier than before.

 

 

A recent study declared that video gamers are up to 4.5 times more likely to participate in betting and igaming. How can this new demographic of potential players be best approached?

AS: To some extent, this could be two things: being literate with technology and already being introduced to the concept of gambling (like gatcha boxes) and competition (leaderboards) that they have already been exposed to and are experienced in. Or maybe it’s more about the preference for electronic entertainment (deemed the ‘spiritual opium’ by Beijing regulators). Either way, it’s another sector of players for us to understand and to do our best to accommodate.

VM: As we’ve mentioned, there’s plenty of intersection when it comes to audiences and demographics, as at the end of the day, all users are after one thing – entertainment. This means that everything starts with a product that can both encompass and be adapted to players’ usual patterns of expectations for the gaming experience. It is evident that both video gamers and sports betting fans have their own preference – gamers especially look for a storyline, strong characters, and a clearly-defined challenge – while sports bettors will always gravitate towards ‘live events’ and the thrill of taking on the ‘house’.

In line with this – when robust analytics of audiences and demographics are applied, companies can learn where users can be found and the methods behind attracting them through specific messaging and themes. This requires analytics-based marketing, as well as creative and technological solutions, which will of course vary across product type and the desired outcome.

 

 

Online, social gaming is a place where many gamers meet up, forge friendships and communities – to what extent can this be mirrored within igaming?

AS: Basically, a brick and mortar casino creates an environment where players can gamble in a social setting, which additionally reinforces many emotions. This can be, to some extent, recreated within the live casino vertical, where people chat and bet on the outcomes of the casino games and their variations in real-time. We can also see some efforts being made in order to make slot games more of a social experience, where people can not only watch and chat with the streamer but can also bet with them. There’s great potential for experiences like this to be developed.

VM: Socialisation is an established concept in the video game industry, where multiplayer gaming has almost become a must-have offering and certainly has become an event that players expect when certain games are released. A wide variety of platforms designed for communication between players is key to making this happen – with forums, chats, and online communities allowing gamers to interact with each other.

Steam set the trend for socialisation in the gaming vertical, providing an opportunity for players to discuss games, share their opinions and give recommendations. Twitch has continued this trend, as well as attracting gambling streamers, once again demonstrating how the two audiences often intersect. The content on Twitch attracted fans of casino games, which gave rise to the communication between gamblers.

Today, the social aspect of gambling continues to grow, which will no doubt continue to see growth continue given the demand. The pandemic and insufficient levels of communication due to lockdowns have only enhanced the demand for socialisation within iGaming, as it’s become quite apparent that modern players seek to exchange their playing experience.

 

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How WinSpirit Builds Sustainable Growth Through Player-Centric Innovation

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Interview with Kateryna Rybka, Affiliate Team Lead

Ahead of HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026, we speak with Kateryna Rybka, Affiliate Team Lead representing WinSpirit Casino, one of the fastest-growing brands in the global iGaming ecosystem. WinSpirit is a General Sponsor of the HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026, boasting a portfolio now exceeding 17,000 games. Kateryna shares insights into WinSpirit’s product vision, marketing approach, and the role responsible gaming plays in building sustainable growth.

 

Kateryna, WinSpirit positions itself as a fast-growing brand built on player-centric technology. From your perspective, what are the key pillars currently driving the brand’s momentum in today’s competitive iGaming landscape?

The core difference is that WinSpirit doesn’t treat players as traffic — we treat them as people. Most operators optimize around bonuses and acquisition. We optimize around behavior. What keeps a user engaged beyond the first deposit? What makes them return because the experience is compelling, not just because there’s a promo? That’s our focus.

Speed is critical. Hypothesis-driven experimentation happens weekly, not quarterly. Product, marketing, and affiliates work in tight loops, and if something isn’t working, we adjust fast. We prioritize LTV over volume — affiliate partnerships are strategic, not transactional. We work with partners who value engaged players, not one-time depositors.

Responsibility is non-negotiable. Responsible gaming isn’t compliance for us — it’s a product principle. Session reminders, deposit limits, reality checks are core features, because if our audience burns out or loses trust, no bonus will bring them back. That balance — innovation with measured execution — is what drives our momentum. We’re building something sustainable.

With a portfolio of more than 17,000 games, content depth is clearly a major strength. How does WinSpirit ensure that scale translates into meaningful player engagement rather than just catalogue size?

Scale without curation is just noise. We don’t treat our portfolio as a static catalogue — we treat it as a personalized experience. Our UX adapts based on player behavior through intelligent filtering and recommendations. If someone gravitates toward high-volatility slots or live tables, the experience reflects that. We use data to understand which games retain players beyond the first session and optimize accordingly.

Provider partnerships give us an edge here. We work with top studios to secure exclusive conditions, early access, and unique variants — so our users get something they can’t find everywhere else. Genre diversity also supports retention. Players evolve, and a deep portfolio lets us keep them engaged as preferences shift from slots to live casino to crash games, without them looking elsewhere.

Scale is only valuable if it serves engagement. We’re building an experience that evolves with our players, not just a library.

WinSpirit emphasises experience-driven growth over short-term promotional tactics. How is this philosophy reflected in your marketing campaigns and affiliate strategy today?

Our campaigns are built around ideas and narratives, not just bonuses. We try to go where the industry doesn’t — creating experiences that feel emotionally engaging, not transactional.

For example, WishExpress was a feature where players could send virtual gifts to each other during the holidays. It wasn’t about driving deposits — it was about creating connections. UnValentine’s Day flipped the traditional romantic narrative and resonated with users who don’t buy into the Valentine’s hype. Both saw strong engagement because they tapped into something real.

WinSpirit works with emotion, not just CPA. Our affiliate strategy reflects that — we look for partners who understand storytelling and retention, not just volume. And we pay close attention to player feedback. Long-term reputation matters more than short-term spikes.

Responsible gaming is becoming a defining factor for sustainable operators. How is WinSpirit embedding responsible gaming principles into both the product experience and its broader marketing approach?

Responsible gaming isn’t a separate feature for us — it’s embedded in the product. Session reminders, deposit limits, self-regulation tools, transparent bonus terms — these are core, not optional. Beyond that, we’re actively collaborating on education. SmartPlay, our partnership with Casino Guru, focuses on helping our audience make informed decisions through educational content and tools. The response has been strong — players engage more when they feel empowered, not just marketed to.

We’re also working with the Digital Wellness Center, which specializes in behavioral health and digital well-being. This partnership is rolling out now, and it’s about providing users with resources that go beyond gaming — addressing habits, balance, and long-term health. It’s about balancing engagement with ethics. Growth that compromises player well-being isn’t sustainable.

As WinSpirit strengthens its long-term market positioning, what key developments – whether product, partnerships, or player experience – should the industry be watching from the brand in the months ahead?

We’re doubling down on brand positioning and experience innovation. There’s a new creative campaign launching very soon — I can’t spoil it, but it follows the same philosophy as WishExpress and UnValentine’s Day. Players should expect something unexpected.

On the product side, we’re deepening gamification and personalization. The goal is to adapt the experience to each user — not just through recommendations, but through mechanics and features that respond to individual behavior. We’re also optimizing retention tools and expanding our responsible gaming framework, including the Digital Wellness Center partnership I mentioned earlier.

Sustainable growth remains the priority. We’re not chasing shortcuts — we’re building infrastructure that scales responsibly. And innovation is ongoing. Recently, WinSpirit received Special Recognition as Most Innovative Online Casino Operator for AI-driven customer support, automated query handling, and behavioral analytics that improve service quality. For us, that’s just the beginning. We’re applying similar thinking across WinSpirit — smarter systems, better player experiences, stronger foundations. The industry should watch for a brand that’s moving with intention, not just speed.

And it’s worth noting — platforms like EEG Intelligence Hub play a role in that evolution. Congratulations on 11 years of holding this industry to a higher standard. That kind of journalism matters.

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Xpoint aims to bring battle-tested geolocation tech to Italy as regulatory complexity grows

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Having built its reputation as a trusted geolocation partner for North American gambling operators, Xpoint is now setting its sights on Europe. With Italy as its entry point, the company is looking to bring the same compliance precision and seamless player experience it has delivered stateside to a continent where regulatory boundaries are anything but straightforward. CEO Manu Gambhir sets out what is driving the expansion.

With a previous focus on the North American gambling market, what is driving your expansion into Europe now?

Our success in North America has given us an understanding of the complexities around geolocation as well as invaluable insights into what operators truly need from a geolocation provider. We have spent years building technology that balances compliance precision with user experience, and we have seen firsthand how critical that balance is. Europe presents a natural next step as markets like Italy have sophisticated regulatory frameworks and operators who understand the value of reliable geolocation. Our technology already handles complex multi-jurisdictional scenarios in the US where you might have different rules between states, or even between counties. That granular precision translates well to markets where regulatory boundaries don’t always follow national borders. We are not just looking to export our North American solution, we aim to bring our proven technology and adapting it to meet European requirements.

You mentioned Italy, how does Xpoint’s approach address that market’s specific compliance needs?

In Italy, geolocation rules for online gambling have recently undergone a massive overhaul. As of late 2025, the regulatory body Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM) has transitioned the country into one of the strictest geolocation and identity verification frameworks in Europe. The core principle is simple. To gamble on an Italian-licensed site, you must be physically located within Italian borders. The complexity is added with the requirement of excluding specific territories like Vatican City and San Marino which are not covered by the local gambling laws. Some regional legislation also dictates safe distances from military zones, schools and places of worship which operators need to block activity from.

The ADM now also requires operators to use multi-layered location verification and to implement anti-spoofing technology, blocking access if VPN, proxies or Remote Desktop Software is detected.

Italy’s regulatory environment is rigorous, and rightfully so. Our approach has always been to work closely with regulators rather than simply meeting minimum standards. We are now focused on understanding ADM’s requirements around player location verification and responsible gambling measures.

What lessons from the North American market are most applicable as you expand into Europe?

The biggest lesson is that geolocation technology must be invisible when it works and transparent when questions arise. Operators in North America initially worried that location checks would create friction in the player experience. We have proven that accurate geolocation can happen seamlessly as players barely notice it. But when disputes arise, or when regulators have questions, our audit trails and documentation provide complete clarity. European operators have the same concerns, and we’re looking to bring solutions that have already solved them at scale.

Beyond Italy, what’s your broader vision for Xpoint’s presence in Europe?

Italy is our intended entry point, but we are also starting to look at Europe as a whole. In the US, we are seeing the use cases for geolocation evolve, with certain states like Illinois, introducing a higher levy in one county, making it even more important to identify the exact location of players. Similar challenges may emerge in Europe, too.

We are currently in a learning phase about Europe and what each market might need. As we have found in North America, what will definitely be essential is local expertise, responsive support, and technology that evolves appropriately with each market’s regulatory landscape.

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BlueBull.tech strengthens as AffPlus.io launches new LatAm affiliate assets

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In less than a year since its launch, BlueBull.tech has positioned itself as a versatile partner within the iGaming ecosystem, providing managed services, strategic consulting, marketing, operations, and technology support to operators across multiple markets.

Led by the founder Lucas Lebleu, the company aims to act as an external growth and execution arm for operators seeking speed and market expertise.

Alongside this B2B services model, the group is also expanding its affiliate media presence through AffPlus.io, an independent network of international money sites and satellite platforms designed to capture qualified traffic and connect operators with targeted audiences across Brazil, Latin America, the United States, and other English-speaking markets.

“We are not just building websites. We are building media, acquisition, and positioning assets that are aligned with the new phase of global iGaming.” (L.L)

Before we talk about Cazinho.com, it is worth starting with BlueBull.tech. In just a few months, you have already positioned yourselves across several fronts in the sector. How do you define BlueBull.tech today?
BlueBull.tech was born with a very clear proposal: to be a strategic execution platform for operators. We did not want to be seen merely as an agency, nor just as a consultancy, and certainly not as a one-off supplier. What we built is something more transversal.

Today, BlueBull.tech acts as a managed services partner for operators of different sizes and realities. This includes fronts such as growth strategy, acquisition, CRM, content, marketing, operations, commercial expansion, business development, brand positioning, and technological support. In some cases, we come in in a very tactical way; in others, in a much more structural capacity, almost as an extension of the operator itself.

We have experience supporting operators in regulated markets such as France, as well as in markets with other international licensing structures.

This gives us a very broad reading of the sector, because we understand the differences between regulatory maturity, competitive dynamics, acquisition channels, and the operational requirements of each market.

Most importantly, BlueBull.tech was built to generate real impact. Less theory, more execution.

And where does AffPlus.io fit into this vision?
AffPlus.io is a separate business unit. This is very important to make absolutely clear. It has a different team, its own operation, and a specific focus on media, content, SEO, performance, and monetization through an international network of digital assets.

If BlueBull.tech was designed to serve operators and partners from the B2B side, AffPlus.io was created to develop our own acquisition, audience, and authority channels.

In other words: BlueBull.tech provides services, structures solutions, and drives business forward; AffPlus.io builds and scales proprietary affiliate and media assets.

The two fronts complement each other extremely well, because we have vision from both the operator side and the acquisition side.

This allows us to better understand what truly generates value, what converts with quality, what supports retention, and what makes sense in increasingly professional markets.

In addition to these two fronts, you also maintain important strategic partnerships within the industry. Does that remain a central part of the operation?
Without a doubt. We remain a strategic partner of Alea, and we continue to support different partners in the sector through a logic of consulting, commercial development, and strategic support.

That is also part of the DNA of BlueBull.tech. We have always viewed the business from an ecosystem perspective.

iGaming is an industry built on relationships between operators, aggregators, providers, affiliates, platforms, payment methods, technology, and distribution.

Our proposal has always been to operate with a broad rather than isolated vision.

Now moving into AffPlus.io: Cazinho.com is the first major hub announced for Brazil. How did the idea come about and what opportunity did you identify?
Cazinho.com was born from the perception that Brazil has entered a new stage. There is a huge market, a very active audience, operators seeking scale, and at the same time a growing need for professionalism, segmentation, and trust.

What we saw was that there was still room to build something better structured. Many affiliate projects remain overly generic, too dependent on a single site, weakly segmented by search intent, and in some cases insufficiently prepared for the new reality of the Brazilian market.

Cazinho.com was created precisely to respond to that. Not as a simple reviews site, but as a central hub within a broader acquisition ecosystem, with satellites designed to capture specific interests, reinforce thematic authority, and feed a smarter scaling strategy.

Who is behind the project? Is there a group operating this network?
Yes. The project sits within AffPlus.io, which is our unit dedicated to the network of money sites and satellite sites. It is an operation separate from BlueBull.tech, although both are led by me.

This distinction matters because it shows that this is not a side experiment, but a structured business line.

BlueBull.tech and AffPlus.io operate with different teams, different objectives, and different roles, even though they are aligned in vision and leadership.

What was the main gap you wanted to fill in the affiliate market with this initiative?
The main gap was the absence of a truly integrated model.

In many cases, the affiliate operates only with a focus on clicks and immediate conversion. In others, there is content, but without acquisition intelligence.

In still others, there is traffic, but no concern for reputation, regulatory context, or long-term value for the operator.

We wanted to fill exactly that space between media, content, segmentation, performance, and strategic positioning.

We want to build assets that function not only as traffic channels, but as authority and qualified acquisition platforms.

Cazinho.com was presented as the main portal of a broader network. What is the role of satellite sites such as Joga360.com, JogaTigrinho.com, AviatorCassino.com, and JogaAviaozinho.com?
They are fundamental to the strategy. Cazinho.com is the central hub of the brand in Brazil. It is where we consolidate editorial breadth, institutional positioning, comparisons, reviews, promotions, and the main authority architecture.

The satellites, in turn, allow us to attack niches, behaviors, and specific search intentions with much greater precision.

Joga360.com broadens reach into a wider layer of interest and discovery. JogaTigrinho.com speaks directly to an extremely strong vertical in Brazil.

AviatorCassino.com and JogaAviaozinho.com speak to a very specific type of search with enormous cultural and commercial relevance in the country.

This logic matters because high-quality traffic today does not come simply from being present, but from being present with the right asset, for the right intent, in the right language.

So will segmentation be based on game type, player profile, or another logic?
In practice, on several layers at the same time.

We segment by game type, by theme, by search intent, by stage of the funnel, by language, by geography, and by commercial fit between audience and operator.

This is an important point. We are not thinking only about more traffic. We are thinking about a better match between audience, context, and offer.

This increases the quality of acquisition and tends to generate more sustainable relationships with operator partners.

How do you intend to integrate all these sites to generate scale and qualified traffic?
Integration happens at different levels.

At the editorial level, each site has its own role, but all are part of a coherent architecture. At the SEO and intent level, each domain covers specific search fields, reinforcing the group’s presence as a whole.

At the commercial level, we are able to organize delivery for operators more intelligently, observing conversion, product fit, retention, and real value.

This creates a network effect. Instead of concentrating everything in a single asset, we are building several entry points that feed one another in terms of reach, authority, and monetization capacity.

Will the model be purely affiliate, based on CPA and RevShare, or will you offer something beyond that?
The affiliate model remains central, of course. CPA, RevShare, and hybrid structures are part of the natural logic of this business.

But the difference is that we do not think about our relationship with operators only in that way.

Behind AffPlus.io sits the full background of BlueBull.tech, which allows us to understand branding, acquisition, positioning, expansion, content, campaigns, operations, and strategy.

So yes: we can build much broader relationships with partners when that makes sense.

That is perhaps one of the group’s greatest differentiators.

The Brazilian market already has many affiliates. What makes the Cazinho network different?
I would say the difference lies in the combination of real industry experience, ecosystem vision, operational capability, and international ambition.

We are not entering the market merely as publishers.

We have hands-on experience supporting operators, an understanding of regulated and non-regulated markets, sensitivity to brand positioning, and a very strong commercial vision.

In addition, we are not building just one site. We are building a network of assets.

And that makes a difference, because it creates more touchpoints with the user, greater editorial depth, and more flexibility to work across different verticals and search intentions.

Editorial content seems to play a central role. How important will it be within the strategy?
Absolutely central.

Content will be one of the backbone elements of the project. In more mature or more regulated markets, you do not build value only with commercial pages.

You need trust, context, education, and credibility.

Reviews, guides, comparisons, editorials, thematic pages, and well-structured promotions will be an essential part of our operation.

But we want to do this in a useful, relevant, and consistent way, not as simple filler content to rank.

The best content is the kind that helps the user make better decisions — while at the same time helping the right operator find the right audience.

Brazil is going through a new regulatory phase for betting. How does that change the way of thinking about an affiliate project like this?
It changes a lot, and for the better, in my opinion.

This new regulatory phase tends to raise the level of requirements, reduce the space for improvisation, and favor more serious, more responsible structures that are aligned with a long-term vision.

For us, it reinforces exactly the direction we were already taking: operating responsibly, constantly reviewing content, adjusting communication quickly, respecting limits, working on reputation, and building something sustainable.

In a more regulated environment, trust becomes even more valuable.

And trust cannot be improvised.

Do you intend to work exclusively with licensed operators in Brazil?
In the Brazilian context, our direction is very clear: we want to build an operation aligned with the new reality of the market and with the consolidation of a more trustworthy environment for everyone.

The natural tendency is to strongly prioritize operators that are properly framed and prepared to operate within the new Brazilian scenario.

This is important for the project’s reputation, for audience protection, and for the type of positioning we want to build.

At the same time, as a group, we have international operations and continue to work through BlueBull.tech with markets of different regulatory natures.

But in Brazil’s case, the strategic path is one of increasing alignment with the new local environment.

You are launching not only in Brazil, but in several markets at the same time. What is the logic behind this international expansion?
The logic is to build an international architecture with localized execution.

In Brazil, we are moving forward with Cazinho.com and its satellites. In Spanish-speaking Latin America, with CasaDeApuestas.com and its complementary domains.

In the United States, in the sweepstakes vertical, with Sweeptakes.com and its satellites. And in the English-speaking market, with BetsWatch.com.

Each of these assets was designed for a distinct market context, behavior, regulation, and language. We do not believe in blind replication. We believe in strategic adaptation.

How is the CasaDeApuestas.com project positioned in relation to the Brazilian ecosystem?CasaDeApuestas.com represents our front for all of Spanish-speaking Latin America. It is a huge geography, with important particularities between Mexico, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Argentina, and other countries, but also with points of convergence in search behavior, gaming culture, and acquisition opportunities.

The satellites — jugaaviator.com, bonos247.com, jugaruleta.com, and gano365.com — follow the same logic as Brazil: thematic specialization, coverage of specific intentions, and reinforcement of the main hub.

And in the case of the United States, why enter through the sweepstakes vertical?
Because the North American market requires its own reading. It cannot be treated as a direct extension of traditional casino and betting models.

The sweepstakes vertical has a specific dynamic, a specific audience, and its own acquisition and positioning logic.

Sweeptakes.com, together with sweepsflix.com, sweepstake365.com, and sweepzon.com, was created precisely to respond to that reality, with an approach tailored to the local context.

What does BetsWatch.com represent within this strategy?
BetsWatch.com gives us an English-language asset with the potential to engage with a broader audience and also offer a more editorial and observational coverage of the market.

It expands our sphere of action and strengthens the group’s presence in English, which matters both from an audience standpoint and from an institutional positioning perspective.

In just 10 months of operation, you are already combining consultancy, managed services, proprietary affiliation, strategic partnerships, and international expansion. What explains this speed?
I would say there are three factors. First, accumulated experience.

We are not starting from zero in terms of industry knowledge. Second, clarity of vision.

From the beginning, we knew we wanted to build something bigger than a niche operation.

Third, execution. We have a mindset of making things happen, testing fast, adjusting fast, and moving forward.

The market moves quickly. Those who wait too long lose timing.

And what is the long-term ambition for Cazinho.com within the Brazilian iGaming ecosystem?
We want Cazinho.com to become one of the sector’s references in Brazil — not only in volume, but in credibility, editorial relevance, qualified acquisition capacity, and value delivered to partners.

We want to be recognized as a serious, useful platform, strong in content, strong in positioning, and aligned with the professionalization of the Brazilian market.

But in the end, Cazinho.com is also the symbol of something bigger: the construction of a new generation of international media and performance assets within iGaming.

To close: where will the market be able to find you in the coming months?
We will be at BIS / SiGMA São Paulo and, shortly after that, in Paraguay.

It will be an excellent opportunity to reconnect with partners, open new conversations, and show in greater depth everything we are building with BlueBull.tech and AffPlus.io.

We are only at the beginning.

With a proposal that combines B2B execution, ecosystem vision, proprietary media assets, and international ambition, Lucas Lebleu is shaping an operation that is still uncommon in today’s iGaming landscape.

On one side, BlueBull.tech is consolidating itself as a strategic partner for operators of different profiles and markets. On the other, AffPlus.io is accelerating the launch of its own network of hubs and satellites spanning Brazil, Spanish-speaking Latin America, the United States, and English-speaking markets.

In a sector that is becoming increasingly competitive, regulated, and professionalized, the message is clear: this is not just about generating traffic or providing services.

It is about building structures with commercial depth, market intelligence, and long-term vision.

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