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WA.Technology Confirms Participation at GAT Expo Cartagena 2024
WA.Technology, an award-winning B2B iGaming provider, is pleased to announce its attendance at the forthcoming GAT Expo Cartagena from April 9 to 11, 2024, at the Las Americas Convention Center, Colombia. Visitors can find WA.Technology at Stand B16 showcasing its full spectrum of iGaming solutions and products.
GAT Expo Cartagena is a prominent trade show celebrating its 25th anniversary in the picturesque city of Cartagena de Indias. The event is known for its high-level content featuring keynote speeches, corporate conferences, and panel discussions. Visitors can explore everything from land-based casino equipment to the latest iGaming technology. Networking events and eSports tournaments complement the packed agenda.
WA.Technology will introduce its latest product at the expo, WA.Affiliates, a cutting-edge iGaming affiliate solution featuring real-time analytics, custom agreements, gamification, and WA.Technology’s skill for perfecting localised, bespoke creations. The premier event provides the perfect backdrop to showcase WA.Affiliate’s capabilities offering visitors the chance to explore the specialised product for enhanced iGaming affiliate management. WA.Affiliates equips operators with the tools to increase profitability, streamline operations, and expand market presence via its intelligent technology, securing a competitive edge in affiliate iGaming.
WA.Technology’s presence in Latam continues to grow, thanks to the recent launches of Brazilian brands Sambabet and Flybet, powered by WA.Technology’s solutions. The expert team of Latam specialists collaborates with local professionals and creates eye-catching bespoke solutions, making WA.Technology a preferred partner for iGaming operations throughout the region.
WA.Platform is the cornerstone product and central to the company’s success in Latam. The refined WA.Platform solution boasts recent significant upgrades that heighten safe and manageable player involvement and simplify operations. Notable improvements include advanced AI for tailored casino experiences, a CMS adaptable to local needs, robust security measures, and an extensive range of customisation and management tools. Engineered for Latin American players’ needs, the distinct features and rewarding experiences boost player acquisition, engagement, and loyalty.
WA.Technology will also showcase its verticals, WA.Sports, WA.Casino, WA.Lottery, WA.Fantasy, WA.Poker, and WA.Affiliates. Visitors can explore the latest developments with cutting-edge features that provide significant value to operators.
It’s not just about Latam either, the WA.Technology team is committed to tailoring on a global scale and will also be on hand to explain more about its expansion into Africa with its WA.Africa omnichannel solution that blends mobile, retail, and online gaming for the African iGaming community.
Tim Scoffham, CEO of WA.Technology, said, “GAT Expo Cartagena provides a great opportunity for us to engage with the Latam iGaming community. We aim to consistently deliver high-quality, localised solutions that resonate with operators and provide engaging entertainment to players. We look forward to sharing our latest advancements in iGaming in the region at the event.”
Meet the WA.Technology team at stand B16 GAT Expo Cartagena to explore the future of iGaming together. Contact the team to arrange a meeting.
Betting sector moves forward amid regulatory debate and reinforces the need for clear rules and a safe environment in Brazil
The advancement of sports betting regulation in Brazil has placed the sector at the center of important discussions regarding legal certainty, tax revenue, and economic development.
Amid recent debates over possible market restrictions, the postponement of new projects such as the launch of Caixa Econômica Federal’s betting platform, and the ban on prediction markets, specialists continue to emphasize the importance of consolidating a regulated, transparent, and sustainable environment for the industry.
More than just a trend, the legalized betting market is increasingly being viewed as a strategic opportunity for the country, with the potential to generate jobs, attract international investment, and significantly boost public revenue.
Regulation is also seen as an essential path toward ensuring consumer protection and combating informality.
In this context, BiS Brasília, confirmed to take place on June 2 and 3, positions itself as the leading discussion forum for the sector in Latin America.
The event will bring together authorities, operators, regulators, and experts to debate the future of the industry at what is considered a decisive moment for its consolidation in Brazil.
“It is not simply about allowing or banning betting, but about how to structure a responsible market that creates value for the entire chain—from operators to consumers—while remaining under effective public oversight,” said Alessandro Valente, chairman of BiS Brasília.
“Legality brings predictability, attracts serious companies, and creates more effective control and enforcement mechanisms.”
Another key point is the role of regulation in promoting responsible gaming. With clear rules in place, it becomes possible to implement stronger policies to prevent risky behavior, while also ensuring greater transparency in operations.
“Brazil has the opportunity to build one of the most relevant regulated markets in the world. Events such as BiS are essential to align expectations, share international best practices, and accelerate this process responsibly,” he added.
Held in Brasília, the center of the country’s main political and economic decisions, the meeting reinforces its strategic role by bringing together the different stakeholders involved in shaping this new scenario.
Expectations are that this edition will go down in history as a milestone in the maturing debate over the legality of betting in Brazil.
BiS Brasília
Now in its second edition, BiS Brasília is an iGaming and betting industry event dedicated to fostering dialogue between the private sector, government authorities, and society on the development of the regulated gaming, casino, and lottery market in Brazil.
Held in the federal capital, the event gathers business leaders, authorities, and experts to discuss strategic topics such as regulation, integrity, innovation, taxation, and responsible gaming.
BiS SiGMA South America is part of the SiGMA World group’s portfolio of events, a global leading brand in organizing B2B events and a business platform for the gaming and betting ecosystem worldwide.
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Online festival spans 461 tournaments and includes three Main Events on May 24 plus a $500,000 GTD Sunday Storm PKO final on May 10.
PokerStars will run an online Anniversary Series with more than $50m in guarantees from May 10 to June 3, 2026, the operator said on April 27. The schedule includes 461 tournaments and is positioned to mark PokerStars’ 25th anniversary, alongside the 15-year milestone for Sunday Storm.
The festival’s buy-ins range from $5.50 to $15,000, with qualifiers starting at $0.55, according to the company. PokerStars said it will also distribute more than $650,000 in Anniversary Series Lucky Dip tickets during the series.
PokerStars is headlining the series with three Main Events on May 24:
- a $109 tournament with a $1.5m guarantee,
- a $1,050 Main Event with a $2.5m guarantee,
- and a $5,200 Main Event with a $2m guarantee.
Weekly Sunday events include Sunday Million, Sunday High Rollers, and Mystery Bounty specials, with Second Chance Main Events (PKO) scheduled for May 31.
The operator is also running a Sunday Storm 15th anniversary Progressive Knockout tournament with a $500,000 guarantee for an $11 buy-in. Phase 1 events are underway, with Phase 2 set for May 10.
“We’re proud to celebrate 25 years of PokerStars bringing big money poker tournaments safely to players around the world,” said Steve Clarricoats, Associate Director of Online Scheduling. “Putting $50 million up in guarantees shows our focus remains on bringing the best of PokerStars to more players in a variety of tournaments.”
More relevant data as follows:
- PokerStars: https://www.pokerstars.com/ Official operator site for tournament schedule and eligibility by market.
- PokerStars Blog: https://www.pokerstars.com/poker/news/ Company’s news hub where the full Anniversary Series details and formats are typically published.
- PokerStars Power Path: https://www.pokerstars.com/poker/promotions/power-path/ Source for information on the $0.50+ qualification routes referenced in the announcement.
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The supplier is nominated for Game Aggregator of the Year and Employer of the Year ahead of SBC Summit Malta on April 29.
Alea has been named a finalist in two categories at the upcoming SBC Awards Europe: Game Aggregator of the Year and Employer of the Year. The company announced the nominations on April 28 from Barcelona.
Founder Alexandre Tomic said the double shortlisting reflects a link between product delivery and company culture. “If people don’t care about what they’re building, it shows immediately. In the product, in the details, everywhere. Reliability can’t be bolted on later, it’s a consequence of that care.”
“We’ve spent years building a team that takes ownership and holds a certain standard. Seeing both nominations together just tells me we’re doing something right.” Tomic added.
The news comes ahead of SBC Summit Malta, where Alea said Tomic and COO Ramon Glieneke will take part in conference sessions on April 29. Tomic is scheduled to appear on “Casino vs Sports: Can Gamification Truly Cross Over?” while Glieneke is due to join “The COO Horizon: Challenges and Opportunities in 2026/27.”
Alea said its wider team will be onsite throughout the summit at Booth D22.
More relevand data as follows:
- SBC Awards: https://sbcevents.com/sbc-awards/ Primary source for the awards programme, categories and shortlisted companies.
- SBC Summit Malta: https://sbcevents.com/sbc-summit-malta/ Event page for agenda context and verification of sessions and timing.
- Alea: https://alea.com/ Company website for background on the supplier and its product offering.
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