Brazil confirms prediction markets are illegal, initiates site blocking
Brazil’s National Monetary Council has officially excluded prediction markets from its derivatives and betting framework under Law 14.790, with 28 platforms already blocked. Here is what the CMN resolution means for global operators and LATAM market entry strategy.
The Digital Wave of El Salvador’s Gaming Market
Since the National Charity Lottery centralized licensing in 2021, El Salvador has kept a regulatory framework that is clear but demanding. Operators still work under permits that can extend up to ten years, with mandatory annual audits and a 55% tax on gross gaming revenue. That number alone defines the market. It is not a […]
LATAM Gaming Market Entry Lab | Validate & Launch Your Latin America Expansion
LATAM Gaming Market Entry Lab | SCCG Expansion Program LATAM Gaming Market Entry Lab LATAM Gaming Market Entry Lab A structured market validation and expansion program designed for gaming technology providers, studios, and suppliers evaluating opportunities across Latin America. Apply for the LATAM Entry Lab Strategic Market Validation Before Expansion Expanding into Latin America’s gaming […]
User Experience in LATAM Gaming – What’s Changing
User experience and customer satisfaction remain core competitive advantages for LATAM gaming operators. However, by 2026, UX will be about more than just usability or aesthetics. Rather, it will be a strategic lever combining technology, trust, cultural understanding, and responsible design. A Broader and More Diverse Player Base LATAM players are becoming more diverse. Middle-aged […]
Latin America’s iGaming Reality Check – What Changes in 2026
A Growth Market That’s Growing Up As the global iGaming industry looks toward 2026, Latin America remains one of the most promising regions on the map—but it is no longer a simple expansion story. The narrative has shifted. What was once defined by rapid growth and perceived ease of entry is now evolving into a […]
Superbet Rebrand Signals a Larger Shift: Gambling Operators Are Becoming Entertainment Operating Systems
By Stephen Crystal – Schedule A Meeting with me at ICE 2026 The Superbet rebrand of its parent company as Super Technologies is more than a marketing refresh. It’s a clear marker of where the global gambling industry is heading — and a preview of what the next decade of competition will look like. For years, […]
iGaming Industry Trends 2026: The 7 Forces Shaping the Next Era
By Stephen Crystal – Schedule A Meeting with me at ICE 2026 When I look at the iGaming industry trends 2026, the word that comes to mind isn’t growth, decline, or even disruption — it’s convergence. Rarely do we see so many foundational forces hitting the industry at the same time: regulatory pressure, identity verification standards, […]
Why the 2026 World Cup Will Trigger a Massive Betting Surge in Latin America
Outside of Latin America, it can be difficult to understand the deep influence that soccer has on everyday life across the region. In this region, soccer is more than just a sport. It is a source of identity, community, and collective emotion. During the World Cup, this cultural force reaches a level unmatched in other […]
13 Casinos Frozen: How Mexico’s AI-Driven AML Crackdown Is Reshaping the Gaming Industry
Following the November 12, 2025, enforcement action by Mexico’s Financial Intelligence Unit (UIF) — which suspended 13 casino operations for alleged irregular financial activity — the nation has made a decisive move to tighten its anti-money laundering (AML) oversight. The Mexico casino crackdown underscores the government’s commitment to enforcing the 2025 AML reform and ensuring […]
Uruguay and Colombia: Two Regulatory Paths for iGaming in Latin America
In the rapidly evolving Latin American iGaming landscape, Uruguay and Colombia have emerged as two countries with distinct regulatory models—each shaping the region’s future through very different philosophies and priorities. Uruguay: Gradualism, State Oversight, and Player Protection Uruguay is moving toward a state-controlled, methodical regulatory framework rooted in social responsibility and consumer safety. Under its […]