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Top names of the North and Latin American gambling industry confirmed for the Gaming Americas Q2 Meetup (29 April)

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5 years ago

March 29, 2021

Gaming Americas Q2 Meetup brings together top C-Level Executives for a very important virtual Meetup.

The Gaming Americas Q2 Meetup will take place on 28 April and we are excited to confirm +2000 participants and +60 industry speakers from North and Latin America. See more details here

To keep the momentum going, we are once again highlighting some of the most talked-about topics in the regions and will stress on keeping the relaxed format that allows the audience to join in on the panels and add their own insights.

If you haven’t already registered, make sure to register for free here.

The draft agenda includes the following discussions:

US Legislation Round-up – Which states to monitor in Q2 and beyond
Challenges facing operators and suppliers when entering the US market and how they are overcome
Canadian gambling industry in the spotlight
Stock exchange: Is the gambling industry still underestimated?
Innovations in the payments journey and time to talk cryptocurrency
3 x Latin American panels (in English)

Among the already confirmed speakers’ and moderators’ you can find:

KAREN MARCELA SIERRA-HUGHES – VICE PRESIDENT, LATIN AMERICA AND CARIBBEAN GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AT GAMING LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL (GLI®)
SARAH BLACKBURN – DIRECTOR AT GAMEON
SISSEL WEITZHANDLER – CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER AT PLAY’N GO
CHANTAL CIPRIANO – SENIOR DIRECTOR, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE AT MAZOOMA
BRANDT IDEN – HEAD OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, US FOR SPORTRADAR US
STEPHEN A. CRYSTAL, ESQ – FOUNDER AT SCCG MANAGEMENT
JEREMY KLEIMAN – GAMING ATTORNEY AND MEMBER AT SAIBER LLC
BILL PASCRELL – PARTNER AT PRINCETON PUBLIC AFFAIRS GROUP, INC.
NEILL WHYTE – CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER OF B2B IGAMING SOLUTIONS FOR DGC
ADAM NOBLE – EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF PLAYSTAR CASINO
BOB AKERET – VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS, NORTH AMERICA FOR FSB
DAN GRAETZER – CEO at CAROUSEL GROUP/SPORTSBETTING.COM
NICK NALLY – MANAGING DIRECTOR AMERICAS FOR CONTINENT 8 TECHNOLOGIES
ADAM KOSTYAL – HEAD LISTINGS EMEA AT NASDAQ
LLOYD DANZIG – FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER AT SHARP ALPHA ADVISORS
RICH ROBERTS – VP OF STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS AT INTERCHECKS
JONODEV CHAUDHURI – CHAIR, INDIAN LAW & POLICY PRACTICE AT QUARLES & BRADY LLP
DOMENICO MAZZOLA – COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR AT ALTENAR
…and many more to be confirmed

As mentioned above, the Gaming Americas Q2 Meetup will follow the course of the Gaming Americas Quarterly Meetups that from its first edition has built important momentum in the North and Latin American gambling industry.

You can view the full recording of the Q1 meetup here:

For sponsorship/speaking and marketing inquiries, make sure to reach out to Andrada Marginean (B2B Sales Executive at Hipther Agency).

For media-related inquiries, please contact Alexandru Marginean (Marketing Specialist at Hipther Agency).

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CasinoCanada partners with LolaJack Casino to expand Canadian visibility

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13 hours ago

June 2, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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CasinoCanada.com has entered into a partnership with LolaJack Casino to increase brand visibility and direct traffic to the platform in the Canadian market, the companies said.

Under the agreement, CasinoCanada will produce and distribute content about LolaJack Casino, including its gaming catalogue, platform features, and operational details. The content will be published in CasinoCanada’s review, comparison, and informational sections, with the stated aim of attracting and redirecting user traffic.

CasinoCanada is a Canada-focused online casino guide operated by SEOBROTHERS.

Eugene Ravdin, Head of PR at SEOBROTHERS, said: “We are pleased to support LolaJack Casino in strengthening its presence in the Canadian market. This partnership is aimed at driving relevant traffic to the platform through CasinoCanada’s content and distribution channels.”

LolaJack Casino is operated by WinLeads and was established in 2026.

The platform operates under a Costa Rican licence issued to Tafico Ltd. Alfie, Affiliate Manager at WinLeads, said: “We are delighted to team up with CasinoCanada to strengthen our brand visibility across Canada. This partnership aligns perfectly with our goal to deliver a top-tier gaming experience to Canadian players through a trusted informational guide.”

The companies said Canadian users have access to a gaming library of more than 11,000 titles from 107 software providers, including Pragmatic Play, Playson, Mascot Gaming, and Hacksaw Gaming.

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Playson strengthens North American footprint with Caesars Entertainment partnership

Published

14 hours ago

June 2, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Launch brings slot studio’s award-winning portfolio to an increased player base across Ontario

Playson, the accomplished digital entertainment supplier, has secured its latest partnership in Ontario with Caesars Entertainment, bringing a new portfolio of titles to Caesars Palace Online Casino, Horseshoe Online Casino and Caesars Sportsbook & Casino.

The agreement will see Playson elevate the industry-renowned operator’s comprehensive online slot collection with an array of top-performing releases from its Hold and Win library, integrated via Light & Wonder’s aggregation platform.

Titles including 4 Pots Riches: Hold and Win, Thunder Coins: Hold and Win and Diamonds Power XXL: Hold and Win will enable players across the province to enjoy feature-led, captivating gameplay experiences, which have already proven successful since Playson first entered the market in 2022.

Playson’s latest tie-up highlights the international recognition of its brand, with its extensive portfolio continuing to drive long-term value for operators worldwide.

Ben Wood, CCO at Playson, said: “Caesars Digital is a prestigious entertainment brand and this partnership reinforces our commitment to deliver player-favourite content to the world’s leading casino operators. We look forward to bringing our proven portfolio to an increased number of players across Ontario and continue strengthening our North American footprint.”

Ricardo Cornejo Rivas, Vice President of Online Gaming at Caesars Digital, said: “The addition of Playson’s established portfolio of titles broadens the online casino offering for our players in Ontario. This partnership reflects our ongoing focus on advancing the online casino experience across our platforms.”

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Peter & Sons signs St8 deal to distribute slots in Ontario and the UK

Published

15 hours ago

June 2, 2026

Wladimir P.

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The content rollout targets two regulated markets via St8’s aggregation platform, giving operators access to titles including Barbarossa Dragon Empire and Zombie Road.

Peter & Sons has signed a partnership with aggregation platform St8 to distribute the studio’s casino content to operators in Ontario and the UK.

The agreement expands Peter & Sons’ reach through St8’s aggregation network, with the initial focus on the regulated Ontario and UK markets.

Operators in both jurisdictions will be able to offer Peter & Sons titles including Barbarossa Dragon Empire, Ghostfather Awakened, Zombie Road, and Sand of Destiny.

Yann Bautista, Founder and Commercial Director at Peter & Sons, said: “Ontario and the UK are both hugely important markets for us, so partnering with St8 represents a very exciting step in our continued expansion. Their aggregation network creates a strong route for bringing our portfolio to operators in these regions, and we’re looking forward to seeing our games reach even more players across both markets. St8’s approach and understanding of regulated gaming make them a natural partner for Peter & Sons.”

David Fall, Business Development Manager at ST8, added: “We are absolutely delighted to be working with Peter & Sons across the UK and Ontario markets. Their bold creative vision, distinctive game design and commitment to player-first entertainment make them an outstanding partner for us. We are excited about what we can achieve together and look forward to bringing their unique portfolio to even more players.”

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