The gaming and sports prediction industry in Ecuador is gaining momentum, accompanied by the drive of the Government, one of the few in LatAm that supports the sector’s development and even wants to reestablish land-based casinos in the country, which have been banned since 2011.
In that sense, the industry deserved a meeting space to discuss topics such as regulation, legal gaming, innovation, new technologies, and business strategies. Therefore, G&M News will host G&M Events Ecuador 2025 on Thursday, November 27th, 2025. The meeting will be held with the support of IT giant Oracle and Kruger Corp., the leading multinational that offers solutions in digital marketing, design, and communication, to revolutionize businesses and organizations. The venue will be the K+ Building of Kruger Corporation (Francisco Arizaga Luque N34-206 and Federico Paez, Quito Pichincha 170516, Ecuador) in Quito.
REGISTRATION, SPONSORSHIP, AND OBJECTIVES
Operators and associations can register free of charge at this link. For their part, providers have attractive sponsorship and entry opportunities.
Some of the objectives of this unmissable gaming event are: to honor and support the work of Ecuadorian sports prediction operators; to strengthen the advancement of market regulation; to promote the sector’s active participation and direct offerings to consumers, interacting with other stakeholders and participants; to disseminate and discuss the industry’s major advances, new technologies, and growth opportunities through specialists and keynotes; to consolidate the relationship between companies in the sector and the Government, the banking and payment sector, and the video game and Esports ecosystem; to facilitate business between the parties, and more.
THE GAMING ECOSYSTEM IN ECUADOR
Currently, the designated entity for issuing licenses is the Ecuadorian government’s Ministry of Sports. Additionally, there is the Ecuadorian Sports Betting Association, with Jose Manuel Albornoz as Executive Director. Operators, both residents and non-residents, must obtain a license issued by the Ministry of Sports to work in the country.
Among the main gambling companies in Ecuador (many of which sponsor the LigaPro football league and its teams), the following can be mentioned: Ecuabet, Novibet, Bet593 (National Lottery), Olimpobet, Marsbet, JuegaEnLinea, LaTriBet, GanaPlay, Betcris, Sportbet, Databet, Estelarbet, DoradoBet, Solbet, Bet365, 1xBet, Betfair, 22bet, Bodog, SimpleBet, Betmaster, Aciertala, Fairbet, Ecuagolazo, Betsson Ecuador, 20bet Ecuador, Betway, BetWinner, Rivalo, Ivibet, Bumbet, Betano, Coolbet, MelBet, Starda, Brazino777, BetGlobal, and Sman365.
There are more than 7 million registered accounts, demonstrating the great passion Ecuadorians have for gambling. Regarding land-based casinos, Ecuador’s re-elected President Daniel Noboa recently presented a new proposal for a national referendum that includes the possible reauthorization of gambling activities in the country’s luxury hotels. One of the seven questions submitted to the Constitutional Court for approval specifically asked citizens if they agree with allowing gambling halls and casinos to operate in five-star hotels.
Although the Constitutional Court partially rejected the first set of questions submitted by the Executive Branch, Noboa will insist on this idea, as he believes the ban on casinos and similar establishments since 2011 is anachronistic, and intends to introduce regulated casino games that will help to the funding of public benefits.
In parallel, there is also a growing ecosystem in the video game segment, with its Esports tournaments. The video game industry has ceased to be a niche entertainment sector and has consolidated itself as a robust economic segment in Ecuador. With a market value that, according to the Statista website, reaches USD 144 million, its impact is visible in mass consumption: 42 out of every 100 Ecuadorians are now gamers, according to a report by the ‘Banca Gamer’ of Zerebralab. Favorite titles are Call of Duty Mobile, Free Fire, Pokémon, Rocket League, Smash Bros, and King of Fighters.
There are an increasing number of companies dedicated to this industry and its professionalization. The ultimate expression of this professionalization is Esports (electronic sports). Far from being a simple hobby, they have become a career for local talent. Ecuadorian gamers have already accumulated more than USD 316,000 in prize money competing in international tournaments. From casual smartphone players to console and PC enthusiasts, the gaming ecosystem in Ecuador is transforming the way we understand technology and creativity.
TALKS, BUSINESS, AND ENTERTAINMENT
The relationship between video games and gambling is increasingly close, with gamification strategies being applied in the betting industry. That’s why G&M Events Ecuador 2025 will dedicate its talks, panels, and conferences on November 27th to consider these topics: gambling regulation, the work of operators, opportunities and challenges for businesses, the link between sports betting and Esports, among others.
These talks will take place during the afternoon. Oracle and Kruger Corporation, together with G&M News, will present ‘Insert Koin,’ an experience designed to transform the perception of gaming and showcase how the cloud is becoming the ultimate tool for scaling businesses, generating innovation, and changing the rules. The closing event will include a cocktail party with a live DJ and delicious food and drinks.
Don’t hesitate! Register now for G&M Events Ecuador 2025, the first event for the gaming and sports betting industry in the country. Take advantage of an experience that will combine knowledge, entertainment, technology, and business acumen.