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UK’s Betting and Gaming Council announced that Kevin Schofield has been appointed as Director of Communications and Digital
Kevin will be joining the Betting and Gaming Council in summer, from his current role as editor of PoliticsHome.
The Betting and Gaming Council is the new standards body committed to setting the highest industry standards and to building consumer and public trust in the betting and gaming industry.
Kevin Schofield joins the BGC with an outstanding career in journalism. For more than 25 years, he has worked for a range of newspapers across the UK, including The Scotsman, The Herald, Daily Record and The Sun. Since 2015 he has been editor of PoliticsHome.
In nearly two decades covering politics, he has reported on six general elections as well as the Scottish independence and EU referendums.
Membership of the Betting and Gaming Council is open to all gambling operators with a UK licence. It comprises members from the online and retail sectors, representing over 90% of the betting and gaming sector (excluding lotteries). All members are required to adhere to a new Code of Conduct setting the highest standards for membership.
Michael Dugher, Chief Executive, Betting and Gaming Council commenting said:
“The BGC is a new standards body committed to delivering big changes across the industry. To do that, we need top people. Kevin Schofield is one of the very best media professionals of his generation, he commands massive respect across journalism and politics, and he is an outstanding hire for the BGC.
“Kevin is joining an already top class and growing team at the BGC. This shows that we are building something exciting at the BGC as we strive to become the very best in the business.”
Kevin Schofield, newly appointed Director of Communications and Digital said:
“I am absolutely thrilled to be joining the Betting and Gaming Council and can’t wait to get started. I know that they have big ambitions for the years ahead and I’m looking forward to working with the team to help drive up standards in the industry.”
In addition, Wes Himes, former CEO of the RGA has been appointed Executive Director, Standards and Innovation responsible for safer gambling, policy, research and regulation and Gary Follis, former interim CEO of the ABB and Director of Communications at the BGC has been appointed Executive Director for Corporate Affairs responsible for communications, government relations and membership.
BIS
BiS Brasília brings together experts and authorities to discuss the future of Brazil’s betting market
The event takes place on June 2–3 at the Royal Tulip Brasília Alvorada, featuring discussions on regulation, international cooperation, and the profile of Brazilian bettors.
The second edition of BiS Brasília has officially been confirmed and is expected to bring together major names from the sports betting, iGaming, and regulatory sectors in Brazil.
The event will be held on June 2 and 3 at the Royal Tulip Brasília Alvorada, with a program focused on strategic debates, networking, and discussions about the future of Brazil’s regulated market.
With an emphasis on innovation, responsibility, and the sustainable development of the industry, the event will bring together national and international experts to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the sector at a decisive moment for the Brazilian betting market.
Among the confirmed panels is “International Cooperation and Strategic Bridges for a Regulated, Solid, and Responsible Sector in Brazil,” featuring John Aquilina.
The discussion will focus on the importance of international collaboration and the development of strategic relationships to strengthen a safe, transparent, and responsible regulatory environment in the country.
Another highlight of the program will be the panel “The Profile of the Brazilian Bettor,” presented by Thiago Iusim. The session will analyze consumer behavior, trends in the domestic market, and challenges related to user protection and responsible gaming.
The organizers aim to consolidate Brasília as one of the country’s main hubs for discussions surrounding regulation, technology, and business opportunities connected to sports betting and digital entertainment in Brazil.
“BiS Brasília was created to strengthen dialogue among companies, specialists, authorities, and international representatives, promoting essential discussions for the development of a more mature, transparent, and sustainable industry,” said Carlos Cardama, co-founder of BiS Brasília.
Those interested in attending the event can purchase tickets through the official portal:
About BiS Brasília
Now in its second edition, BiS Brasília is an event dedicated to the iGaming and betting ecosystem, promoting dialogue between the private sector, public authorities, and society regarding the development of Brazil’s regulated gaming, casino, and lottery market.
The event brings together business leaders, authorities, and specialists to discuss strategic topics such as Brazilian regulation, taxation, integrity, innovation, responsible gaming, compliance, AML/anti-money laundering measures, licensing, sports integrity, government relations, and advertising and CONAR guidelines.
SiGMA World’s BiS SiGMA South America is part of the event portfolio of the SiGMA Group, one of the leading global B2B event and business platforms focused on the gaming and betting industry.
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Brazil
Betsul to take 1,000 bettors to “Fight Music Show 8” activation
As an official sponsor of the event, the brand will run activations featuring a punch machine and giveaways
Between betting, adrenaline, and major fights, Betsul is preparing another experience designed to place its customers at the center of “Fight Music Show 8” (FMS 8).
As an official sponsor of the event, the company, a reference in online betting since 2019, has launched a special promotion that will take customers to one of the most anticipated nights in the sports entertainment calendar.
To participate, users must place a minimum bet of R$100 on one of the official fight card matches and complete their ticket by the 27th.
The promotion is valid for the first 500 participants, who will receive a pair of tickets for FMS 8, taking place on May 30 at Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu in São Paulo.
In addition, Betsul will be present at the event with interactive activations, including a punch machine and giveaways throughout the program.
“We want to make our customers’ journey increasingly special. FMS combines entertainment, sport, and digital influence in a format that speaks directly to our audience.
In addition to the promotion and on-site activations, Betsul will be the only betting house offering odds for the fights, delivering a more complete and engaging experience,” said Mateus Rosa, Marketing Manager at the company.
This marks the second consecutive edition in which Betsul sponsors Fight Music Show, reinforcing its strategy of closer engagement with major sports entertainment events in Brazil.
The brand will also feature three ambassadors and influencers participating in the event: Kleber Bambam, Nego do Borel, and Fernanda Lacerda (Mendigata).
About Betsul
Regulated in the betting market, Betsul was founded in 2019 and was the first betting operator in Brazil to receive the RA1000 seal from Reclame Aqui.
The company offers 24/7 customer support and promotes responsible gaming initiatives.
By registering on the site, users aged 18+ gain access to a wide range of sports, competitions, casinos, live casino games, e-sports, and instant games.
Learn more at Betsul. Authorization: SPA/MF Ordinance No. 255/2025
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Aviator Studio
Aviator Studio marks another major win in São Paulo court
Aviator Studio has secured a further legal victory in Brazil after São Paulo courts rejected additional injunction requests filed by SPRIBE in proceedings involving Aviator Studio directly.
Importantly, the latest rulings concern the direct legal dispute between Aviator Studio and SPRIBE itself, separate from the previously reported proceedings involving Foggo Entertainment and Betnacional.
Having already confirmed consecutive victories in Brazil connected to Foggo Entertainment, Aviator Studio has now confirmed that courts in São Paulo also ruled in its favour across both judicial instances of the proceedings.
In each case, the courts refused to grant the urgent measures sought by SPRIBE. As a result, Aviator Studio and its partners can continue operating while the broader AVIATOR trademark dispute progresses through the evidentiary phase.
The decisions add to a growing series of courtroom setbacks for SPRIBE in Brazil and further strengthen Aviator Studio’s legal position in the connected proceedings tied to the AVIATOR dispute as related proceedings continue across multiple jurisdictions.
Commenting on the development, representatives from Aviator Studio said: “These outcomes continue to confirm a clear judicial pattern. Attempts to obtain urgent injunctions against Aviator Studio and its partners in Brazil are consistently being rejected by the courts.”
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