Bebeto has confirmed his presence at the SBC Summit Rio 2025. The former professional football player will be one of the speakers at the event. Currently, Bebeto serves as a state deputy in the Legislative Assembly of Rio de Janeiro.
Alongside the Brazilian soccer icon will be Carolina Yumi, deputy secretary of Prizes and Betting at the Ministry of Finance, Irajá Abreu, senator from Tocantins, and Andréa Barreto, general coordinator of Tax Affairs at the Attorney General's Office of the National Treasury.
Fátima Bana, CEO of Lampions.bet, will also be present at the event. The executive will speak on the panel ‘Reinventing traditional sectors: horse racing, lottery and bingo’, which will take place on Thursday, the 27th, in conference room 2 of Technological Innovation.
Alongside CEO Guilherme Graziani, Head of Business Development for Latin America at Oddsgate and moderator of the session, Carlos Aureliano, Director of New Business at Sorte Online, and Marcelo Vazão, Head of Insights & Games at Playpix.com, will foster healthy discussions on the topic.
“Operators need to understand the significant impact of this change and adopt strategies that meet the growing expectations of players, ensuring that they continue to thrive in today’s competitive market,” said Bana.
Aposta Ganha at SBC Summit Rio
Aposta Ganha will also be in Rio de Janeiro this week. The operator stated that it "will be present at one of “the largest events in the iGaming industry in Brazil,” highlighting that Hugo Baungartner, CCO of Aposta Ganha, will be one of the speakers at this edition.
Along with other industry experts, Baungartner will discuss challenges of traditional lotteries, innovation and strategies to attract and retain customers.
“SBC Summit Rio promises to be a great opportunity for industry professionals, companies and enthusiasts to connect, discuss trends and explore new possibilities for the future of the market,” highlighted Aposta Ganha in an official statement.
Continent 8 reinforces cybersecurity at SBC Summit Rio
Continent 8 announced this week that it will be present at this year’s SBC Summit Rio to provide insights on compliance with SPA/MF Ordinance No. 722, which determines the technical and cybersecurity standard for the launch of licensed companies in Brazil.
“Operators must be compliant [with such requirements] within six months of obtaining their gaming licenses in the Brazilian market,” the brand stressed.
Luana Monje, Sales Executive at Continent 8, commented: “Continent 8 continues its deep investment and commitment to the LATAM market, with the newly established regulated Brazilian jurisdiction being a top priority.”
She added: “We have invested in a new data center and the provision of tailored services to meet a wide range of locally mandated requirements, including latency, cybersecurity, public/private cloud, AWS hybrid cloud and more – all with the goal of providing the best launch and support experience for regulated iGaming.”
Amusnet: Platinum Headline Sponsor of SBC Summit Rio 2025
Amusnet is participating in the brand as a ‘Platinum Headline Sponsor’ of SBC Summit Rio 2025. “This year’s event, held from February 25 to 27 at Riocentro in Rio de Janeiro, coincides with the vibrant start of Rio’s iconic Carnival week, creating the perfect setting for a spectacular celebration of entertainment, passion and innovation,” Amusnet said in an official statement.
According to the company, Amusnet’s participation in the SBC event in Brazil reinforces the brand’s commitment to the national market, also contributing to Amusnet’s expansion in the region. “Brazil is a key market for us,” said Marco Pequeno, Amusnet’s Country Manager for Brazil.
Pequeno will also be one of the speakers at the event, where he will participate in the panel ‘Is there room for one more? Success in a Golden Market’, alongside Nik Kravchuk, CBDO of Dunlimited PTE.LTD, Ernie Ropas III, Senior Director of Betting Hero, Thomas Carvalhaes, Country Manager of Stake, and Victor Arias, VP of Operations for Latin America at ARRISE powering Pragmatic Play.
“Our participation in SBC Rio 2025 as a Platinum Headline Sponsor marks another step in the expansion of our presence in the region. We look forward to welcoming partners to our impressive stand and showcasing our high-performance products and new launches,” said Pequeno.
Adjust to participate in SBC Summit Rio
The analytics platform Adjust will also participate in the second edition of SBC Summit Rio. “Our advanced measurement and optimization platform positions us as a strategic partner for companies looking to gain accurate insights into user behavior, optimize their marketing campaigns, and ensure compliance with local regulations,” said Fernando Cabral, Growth Director for Latin America at Adjust.
Adjust aims to provide data-driven solutions, automation with artificial intelligence (AI), and insights for brands that aim to attract high-value players, optimize user retention, and maximize revenue. The company also offers advanced fraud prevention tools to protect brands’ budgets from potential manipulation and to ensure integrity in advertising in the sector.
“SBC Summit 2025 will be an opportunity for Adjust to share its solutions and discuss the future of the sports betting market in Brazil, as well as address regulatory challenges and best practices for success in the sector,” concluded Cabral.
OneKey Payments promises new features for SBC Summit Rio
OneKey Payments announced weeks ago that it is attending SBC event this to present a “new solution that promises to impact the sector.”
The new feature will be presented by César Garcia, CEO of OneKey Payments in Brazil, on Wednesday, the 26th, and “should revolutionize the payment experience for operators and players,” in addition to increasing conversion rates, “setting a new efficiency standard for the industry.”
“The regulation of sports betting in Brazil brings new challenges for operators and financial institutions, making compliance an essential pillar for the long-term sustainability of the sector. At SBC Summit Rio, we will present our expertise as one of the main payment technology providers to demonstrate a new approach to the customer experience in betting,” said Garcia.
The company also highlighted that the presence of OneKey Payments at the event, alongside “other strategic players, consolidates SBC Summit Rio as a hub for networking and business opportunities for the sector.”
Soft2Bet to showcase MEGA and expand portfolio at SBC Summit Rio
Soft2Bet announced that it will participate in SBC Summit Rio 2025 and host a workshop focused on a cutting-edge casino gamification solution designed for operators seeking data-driven insights.
“Soft2Bet’s products personalize the casino and sportsbook experience, providing an engaging user experience,” the company highlighted in an official statement. Soft2Bet’s MEGA workshop will be hosted by Nicolas Campano, Soft2Bet’s Director of Sales for Latin America.
The exclusive event aims to provide insights into how MEGA improves player retention through “motivational engineering and personalized experiences.”
“Through this exclusive workshop, we aim to highlight how our API-based standalone product can enhance the player experience and drive retention in the fast-growing LATAM market. We look forward to connecting with industry professionals and showcasing the power of innovation in iGaming,” said Campano.
The provider will also showcase solutions for new updates and Player Account Management (PAM) solutions.
Games Global sponsors SBC Summit Rio 2025
Games Global informed weeks ago that it was participating in the Brazilian SBC event “for the first time,” which, according to the brand, is “one of the largest business meetings” in the sports betting and casino gaming industry in the country.
For the online game developer, this new step helps in the expansion of Games Global in Latin America. The company will sponsor the SBC Connect Hub lounge, which was developed to encourage new relationships, conversations and scheduling of meetings among the participants present.
The company will be represented at the SBC Summit Rio 2025 by Ricardo Regner, director for Latin America, John Wheatley, director of Strategic Partnerships, and Giuseppe Barbanera, manager of the Partnerships Team.
“The SBC Summit Rio 2025 marks a new phase of closer presence of the Games Global team at events in Latin America, a valuable opportunity for us to introduce ourselves, develop relationships and exchange knowledge with the main players in iGaming in Brazil, something that is fundamental to advancing with quality in our commitment to the region,” stated Walter Bugno, CEO of Games Global.
The brand already has offices in São Paulo and Lima, which are focused on the growth of the Brazilian and Peruvian markets, respectively, in addition to offering customer service, among other services. In Latin America, Games Global is also present in Argentina and Chile.
The full list of speakers for the SBC Summit Rio 2025 is available here.
Tickets to attend the event are available here. Operators and affiliates can request them free of charge.
Source: GMB
