iGaming
NeoGames appoints Robert Wesley as VP of North American Customer Development

NeoGames S.A. (Nasdaq: NGMS) (“NeoGames” or the “Company”), a technology-driven provider of end-to-end iLottery and iGaming solutions, has significantly enhanced its senior leadership team in North America, following the appointment of Robert Wesley as the company’s new Vice President of North American Customer Development effective August 1.
Wesley joins NeoGames after 25 successful years at the Virginia Lottery, where over the course of his tenure, he held a number of significant positions, with his most recent being Deputy Executive Director of Lottery. Under his leadership, Virginia’s iLottery programme became the top-performing U.S. jurisdiction in less than three years from initial launch. In addition, overall lottery sales grew by 23% in the most recently completed fiscal year.
In his new position, Wesley will draw on his many years of experience to serve as a resource to lotteries throughout North America that are interested in enhancing their interactive experience. He will also assist and support NeoGames’ existing customer base with best practices in the delivery and growth of their iLottery programmes and products.
Moti Malul, Chief Executive Officer of NeoGames, said: “Robert is hugely respected within the lottery industry and has an incredible track record of delivering iLottery growth during his time with Virginia Lottery. As we have consistently demonstrated, our iLottery offering is the industry leader and we want the right people to drive our efforts as we look to accelerate our customers’ success. Robert joining NeoGames is a major coup and sharing his expertise with our customers will undoubtedly help to grow their businesses.”
Robert Wesley, Vice President of North American Customer Development at NeoGames, said: “It is a thrill to join NeoGames and work with such an impressive portfolio of lottery partners. The North American iLottery market is one that continues to grow rapidly and NeoGames is in a prime position to support lotteries who are interested in enhancing the interactive gaming experience they offer. I am excited by the new challenges that lie ahead and look forward to sharing my expertise with the NeoGames team and our lottery partners.”
iGaming
SportsGrid partners with NEXT.io to capture cover NEXT Summit: New York – North America’s Premier iGaming and Sports Betting Event

SportsGrid has confirmed its latest media partnership with NEXT.io and will attend NEXT Summit: New York to cover key discussions and insights from North America’s premier iGaming and sports betting event. The content will be syndicated on SportsGrid.
NEXT Summit: New York, in partnership with Morgan Stanley, will take place from Wednesday March 12 to Thursday March 13 at Manhattan’s Convene, bringing together 1,200 delegates and some of the most influential names in iGaming.
Now in its fourth edition, the Summit continues to deliver insider knowledge, high-level networking, and direct access to the latest innovations shaping the future of the industry.
Across the two days, industry leaders from companies including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, Light & Wonder, Betr, Bet365, Bally’s, betPARX, ESPN Bet, PrizePicks, and more will gather to discuss the most pressing trends and developments in gaming.
“NEXT Summit: New York has established itself as the go-to event for online sports betting and gambling professionals in North America. We’re excited to bring coverage of the event’s key discussions to a wider audience through our platform, ensuring that the most impactful conversations are accessible beyond the conference floor,” commented Jeremy Stein, CEO, SportsGrid, Inc.
“NEXT Summit: New York is where the industry’s biggest names come together to define the future of online gaming and sports betting,” said Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder & Managing Director at NEXT.io. “Having SportsGrid on-site strengthens our mission to share critical insights and discussions with the broader iGaming community. This collaboration amplifies the reach of the Summit and ensures that the industry’s most important voices are heard.”
SportsGrid will be on the ground at NEXT Summit: New York, covering conference sessions and key discussions. The content from the event will be syndicated across its streaming video network and relevant media channels, extending the reach of discussions to a broader audience.
This initiative marks the beginning of what is expected to be a long-term collaboration between SportsGrid and NEXT.io, with future plans to provide rich, curated content that explores the latest trends, innovations, and developments shaping the global gaming industry.
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Gambling in the USA
Spinomenal makes US debut with New Jersey market entry

Spinomenal, the leading iGaming content provider, has made its US debut after launching an exciting collaboration with a leading operator in the state of New Jersey, and is anticipating many more valuable collaborations with top tier online casinos.
Following impressive growth rates, Spinomenal is making a major move into the New Jersey iGaming market, marking a key step in its global expansion. By entering this crucial U.S. region, Spinomenal will bring its innovative games to a new audience, strengthening its presence and leadership in the iGaming industry.
Spinomenal’s specially selected titles will be going live via Pariplay’s Fusion aggregation platform in the New Jersey market. Some of the outstanding titles being made available for NJ players are Demi Gods II, Majestic Wild Buffalo and Kitsune’s Scrolls.
This marks a major milestone in Spinomenal’s strategic expansion plan, as this debut establishes the company’s initial presence within the New Jersey market, with further growth anticipated across the US iGaming ecosystem. This move underscores Spinomenal’s commitment to expanding its global footprint and further solidifying its position as a leader in the online casino industry.
Lior Shvartz, CEO for Spinomenal commented: “After a decade of establishing and positioning Spinomenal as a leading provider in the iGaming industry, we have now taken a big leap and will provide our exciting content to the esteemed New Jersey audience. We are highly optimistic about entering this prominent market, following the process of obtaining approval from the DGE.”
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Brazil
Salsa Technology’s FORMULA-BET: Take the Pole Position in Brazil’s Regulated Market

Salsa Technology, a leader in iGaming market solutions, introduces FORMULA-BET, a revolutionary ecosystem designed to put operators in the pole position of Brazil’s regulated market. Inspired by the dynamism and precision of the Formula 1 universe, FORMULA-BET ensures lightning-fast delivery, offering the robust Salsa Omni PAM platform, along with secure, agile and certified integrations with aggregators, payment methods and sports betting.
With a solid track record of innovation and excellence, Salsa Technology ensures full compliance with the Betting Management System (Sigap) and holds GLI certifications for its PAM platform and integrations with the Salsa Gator content aggregator, payment solutions, and the First sports betting platform, all aligned with the requirements of SIGAP, Brazil’s Central Bank, and the Federal Revenue Service.
FORMULA-BET was designed to operate as a true cutting-edge racing team, focusing on three main pillars: speed of implementation with optimized technology for fast delivery and integration, meeting the demands of the regulated market in record time; high-performance team with specialized local support and proven expertise to drive results; compliance and security with full adherence to regulations, ensuring trust at every turn of the market.
At ICE Barcelona, Salsa’s commercial team will be ready to accelerate negotiations and present opportunities in Brazil, positioning itself as a strategic partner for companies aiming to lead in the country’s regulated market.
“Just like a Formula 1 car combines precision and innovation to cross the finish line first, FORMULA-BET provides operators with all the necessary tools to accelerate their business and dominate the regulated market with speed and accuracy”, says Eliane Nunes, CGO of Salsa Technology.
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