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Betegy appoints Eugenie Golovina as CMO

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May 23, 2022

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George Miller

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Betegy, the leading sports data and content specialist, has announced the appointment of marketing veteran Eugenie Golovina as Chief Marketing Officer.

As newly appointed CMO of Betegy, Golovina will focus on spearheading the company’s continued outstanding growth across the US and Europe as a truly unique technology supplier for fan engagement.

Betegy’s latest hire reflects the company’s continued commercial success, with Betegy’s leading marketing solutions already deployed in the US with ShotTracker, World Series of Poker, PokerGo and EsportsTV.

With an extensive marketing career spanning more than a decade across multiple verticals, Eugenie has worked with global companies including Jaguar Land Rover, Turkish Airlines, and Phillip Morris International, bringing a wealth of experience to her position.

Previously Golovina served as JKR Investment Group’s Director of Global Comms, an investment fund geared towards the IT, EdTech, logistics, and tech entertainment industries. As part of her role at JKR she also oversaw the positioning of the fund’s portfolio companies and will continue her partnership with the company as a consultant.

In her new role, Betegy plans to continue to scale its product further across the globe, with a particular focus on continued expansion through broadcast, casino and fantasy sports in the US – where Betegy already powers content and engagement for Yahoo Sports and ESPN.

Commenting on her appointment, Alex Kornilov, CEO at Betegy said: “We are always looking to add innovative, ambitious people to the Betegy team and Eugenie ticks all the boxes for us. We’ve collaborated closely in the past and we’re delighted to welcome her to the company.

“It is a period of significant upscale for us, and we will always have space for hard-working, forward-thinking employees. We look forward to a number of exciting announcements in the near future and continuing our upwards trajectory.”

Eugenie Golovina, CMO at Betegy added: “I’ve been working alongside Betegy as a consultant on the side of JKR Investment Group for over a year now and I’m very much impressed by the team and the product itself. I am also inspired to see JKR promoting their employees to the new exciting positions within their portfolio.

“As a true disruptor in the industry, Betegy is an incredibly ambitious brand, and I feel privileged to be a part of the continuing growth of the company.

“There are many exciting milestones hit together in the months coming and lots to look forward to in the roadmap.”

Already proven as the industry’s most advanced AI-powered marketing technology platform, Betegy has established itself as a true industry innovator, enabling operators and broadcasters to create national and international live banner campaigns with as little as one click.

Having first made a name for itself in sports betting with the likes of Parimatch, Tipico and Sportsbet.io, as well as winning the 2021 EGR B2B Award for Innovation, the company now has ambitious plans for further expanding across the US, with plans to be announced in the near future.

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When LATAM gambles: Blask reveals seasonality patterns across six countries

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February 12, 2026

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Wladimir P.

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Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Peru and Colombia represent six distinct iGaming markets — each with its own regulatory framework, player base and cultural rhythms. Yet beneath these differences lie powerful shared drivers: domestic football seasons concluding in Q4, mandatory year-end bonuses injecting billions into local economies, and national holidays that stretch into multi-day celebrations.

Using Blask’s Seasonality feature, player activity across all six countries was analyzed to map engagement peaks by month, day and hour. While regional trends are visible, the execution varies sharply at the local level.

Here’s what the data reveals.

Brazil: The Q4 Convergence Effect

In Brazil, November and December form a clear peak driven by three converging factors.

The Brasileirão season concludes in early December, with title races and relegation battles intensifying betting activity. At the same time, the Copa Libertadores semifinals and final fall in October and November — and Brazilian clubs’ recent dominance has kept engagement high.

The economic boost comes from the décimo terceiro, Brazil’s mandatory 13th salary paid in two instalments by November 30 and December 20. In 2024 alone, it injected R$321 billion into the economy, increasing disposable income during football’s decisive phase.

Saturday edges out Sunday as the top-performing day, reflecting the league’s fixture concentration. Weekends dominate overall, with a pronounced spike between 1 AM and 5 AM on Friday-to-Saturday nights — a sign that late-night casino sessions complement live sports betting.

Argentina: Aguinaldo and League Finals

December leads the calendar in Argentina, driven by the Liga Profesional’s mid-December conclusion and the aguinaldo, the country’s mandatory 13th salary paid by June 30 and December 18.

Sunday ranks highest for engagement, closely followed by Saturday, aligning with concentrated weekend fixtures. The peak activity window — midnight to 3 AM on Saturday-to-Sunday nights — reflects pre-match anticipation and late-night casino play following the workweek.

The pattern closely mirrors Brazil’s Q4 surge, but with a stronger Sunday bias.

Mexico: Liguilla and Late-Night Culture

December again stands out, coinciding with the Liga MX Apertura playoffs (Liguilla) and the championship final in mid-December. The aguinaldo — at least 15 days’ salary, paid by December 20 — provides additional liquidity at the same time.

Sunday leads weekly activity, with Saturday close behind. However, Mexico’s most distinctive feature is its consistent 2–3 AM activity peak across all days, amplified on weekends.

This pattern suggests a strong late-night gambling culture, where casino verticals such as slots, crash games and live dealer experiences drive engagement alongside sports betting.

Chile: September Over December

Unlike its regional peers, Chile’s biggest month is September — not December.

The surge is powered by Fiestas Patrias (September 18–19), the country’s most significant national celebration. When calendar alignment allows, festivities can stretch into a full week, with fondas, music and social gatherings creating a nationwide party atmosphere that extends into online gambling.

Saturday is the dominant day, with activity elevated throughout. Peaks occur around midnight on Friday-to-Saturday nights and again during Saturday afternoon (3–5 PM), indicating a blend of late-night casino play and daytime sports betting.

Peru: The Purple Month Effect

October and November represent Peru’s peak period, with November slightly ahead.

The Clausura tournament reaches its decisive stretch in early November, while October is dominated by Señor de los Milagros — the country’s largest religious festival. Celebrations extend into All Saints’ Day (November 1) and Day of the Dead (November 2), creating a sustained festive period.

Unlike Brazil and Mexico, Peru’s engagement is concentrated during daytime weekend hours, particularly morning and afternoon. This suggests a stronger alignment with live Liga 1 fixtures rather than late-night casino sessions.

Colombia: Primetime Precision

In Colombia, November leads, with October close behind.

The Torneo Finalización enters its cuadrangulares (semifinal group stage) during this period, building toward a December final. Anticipation around the prima de servicios — a mandatory half-month salary bonus due by December 20 — also supports late-year liquidity.

Sunday is the clear weekly leader, with evening primetime activity standing out. Engagement closely mirrors Liga BetPlay broadcast schedules, indicating sports betting is the primary driver rather than late-night casino behaviour.

The Bigger Picture: Regional Liquidity, Local Execution

Across LATAM, the Q4 bonus cycle — décimo terceiro, aguinaldo, prima de servicios and similar payouts — represents a predictable liquidity event spanning six major markets within an eight-week window. Crucially, it coincides with domestic football seasons reaching their climax.

However, peak timing differs significantly:

Mexico’s engagement spikes at 2 AM, while Peru’s is daytime-focused.
September outperforms December in Chile.
Colombia revolves around Sunday primetime broadcasts.
Brazil peaks on Saturday nights.

The takeaway is clear: while seasonality patterns are regional, execution must be hyper-local. Campaigns, product pushes and marketing spend need to align not just with the right month — but the right day and even the right hour in each individual market.

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