Tag Archives: André Gelfi

SBC Leaders – Combining education and differentiation with sporting passion

SBC News SBC Leaders - Combining education and differentiation with sporting passion

Latin America is a prominent emerging market in the international sports betting sector, with countries such as Colombia having already embraced regulation, whilst others such as Argentina, Mexico and Brazil are beginning to open their sectors.. Speaking to SBC Digital – Latinoamerica, the SBC Leaders Panel outlined the significance of the emerging market and highlighted key factors for success in …

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SBC Digital Latinoamérica to shine light on emerging opportunities

SBC Digital Latinoamérica 2021 Event Preview

This week’s SBC Digital Latinoamérica 2021 conference and exhibition is set to provide an in-depth analysis of the evolving regulatory picture in the region and a wealth of information about the emerging opportunities in multiple markets. The online event on 2-3 March 2021 will feature content in Spanish, Portuguese and English, as an audience of regional and global operators, regulators, …

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SBC Magazine Issue 9: Esports future, online shift and Brazil betting soap opera

SBC Magazine

The future for esports betting, the regulatory soap opera in Brazil, a new COO for LeoVegas and how online gaming can drive the industry’s comeback are just some of the key topics in Issue 9 of SBC Magazine. Available to view online HERE, we start by analysing Sergey Portnov’s “calculated risk” approach to Parimatch leadership, before reflecting on how Carsten Koerl …

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Operator CEOs headline LatAm Market Day at SBC Digital Summit

SBC Digital Summit LatAm Market Day

CEOs of major operators based in Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica and Peru are among a high-profile speaker line-up for the LatAm Market Day of the SBC Digital Summit. Taking place on April 28, the second day of the groundbreaking online conference and exhibition for the betting and gaming industry, the BtoBet-sponsored track will deliver in-depth insights on doing business in …

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Suaposta rebrands to reposition for Brazil’s new horizons

SBC News Suaposta rebrands to reposition for Brazil’s new horizons

Brazilian online racebook Suaposta has revealed its new brand identity, as the heritage firm transitions to a new era becoming a sportsbook property of Betsson AB. Since 2012, Suaposta has operated as Brazil’s sole regulated online wagering platform offering bets on horseracing licensed by The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, operating in partnership with Rio Grande do Sul Jockey Club. …

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Andre Gelfi – Suaposta strengthened by Betsson’s Brazilian intent

SBC News Andre Gelfi - Suaposta strengthened by Betsson's Brazilian intent

Andre Gelfi, CEO of Brazilian racebook Suaposta, has backed Betsson AB’s early mover advancements, despite facing significant unknowns related to Brazil’s future sports betting make-up. Closing 2019, a refinanced Betsson sanctioned the purchase of a 75% stake in Suaposta, Gelfi’s online racebook licensed by Brazil’s Ministry Agriculture and Livestock in partnership with Porto Alegre’s heritage  ‘Rio Grande do Sul Jockey …

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Betsson states Brazilian intent by acquiring 75% stake in Suaposta racing

SBC News Betsson states Brazilian intent by acquiring 75% stake in Suaposta racing

Stockholm-listed Betsson AB has acquired a 75% majority shareholding in Brazilian racing operator Suaposta, securing an early foothold in Brazil ahead of an anticipated regulated market opening. Betsson management has confirmed its investment in Suaposta, but as yet has chosen not to disclose any deal terms or conditions. Operating in partnership with Porto Alegre’s ‘Rio Grande do Sul Jockey Club’, Suaposta …

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