By Ulises Gil, journalist at G&M News.
Throughout the year, G&M News spoke with some of the most influential providers in the global gaming industry. These interviews offered in-depth insights into technology, innovation, regulation, market expansion, and partnership strategies across Europe and Latin America.
Below, readers will find ten must-read interviews that stood out for their clarity, relevance, and strategic value, making them an essential part of this year-end review.
1) Sergey Ghazaryan (GR8 Tech). An innovation hub that enhances performance through advanced technologies.
The CRO of GR8 Tech explained how the company continues refining its products while supporting operators with scalable, performance-driven solutions. He discussed their presence at iGB Live London, the Heavyweight Club concept, the partnership with Oleksandr Usyk (Ready to Fight), and the importance of speed, proximity to clients, and smart internal workflows to drive sustainable profitability.
2) Steven Paton (WiseGaming). Providing best-in-class solutions for their clients while increasing their associations in LatAm and beyond.
The Commercial Director of WiseGaming detailed the company’s technological evolution, geographic expansion, and growing footprint in Latin America. He also highlighted the robustness of their platform, collaboration with multiple operators, and their participation as an exhibitor at ICE Barcelona as a key milestone.
3) Craig Toner (Aristocrat Gaming). Innovation, responsibility, and talent as cornerstones of international leadership.
The CEO of Aristocrat Gaming discussed the strategic integration of Aristocrat Gaming and Aristocrat Interactive, the company’s focus on sustainability and responsible gameplay, and its expansion across Asia-Pacific. He emphasized corporate culture, creativity, and talent as the foundations of long-term success.
4) Lidiia Vakulenko (Atlaslive). Predictive analytics, advanced personalization tools, and constant communication with partners.
Following iGB Live London, the Deputy CEO of Atlaslive shared how data-driven strategies, AI-powered personalization, and close collaboration with partners have fueled the company’s expansion, particularly in Brazil. She revealed how tailored recommendations helped partners improve key metrics by up to 20 percent.
5) Varda Tirosh (Optimove). Shaping the future of CRM in iGaming.
The Chief Customer Officer of Optimove spoke about redefining CRM through responsible, AI-driven engagement. She highlighted the importance of empathy, strategic leadership, and player protection, while also announcing Optimove’s sponsorship and participation at G&M Events Peru 2025.
6) Gustavo Hiroshi (Zenith). Cementing their position as the go-to aggregator and content enabler across Latin America.
Zenith’s Business Development Manager outlined the company’s comprehensive ecosystem, including OneAPI, GamesAPI, ALIZE studio, and Venture. He also discussed Zenith’s role as Gold Sponsor at G&M Events Argentina 2025 and its focus on localization, scalability, and operational excellence across LatAm.
7) Tiago Almeida (Oddsgate). Providing operators with better and faster access to players’ data.
The CEO of Oddsgate analyzed the company’s participation at ICE Barcelona, the launch of its Trends Guide, and the growing opportunities within Brazil’s regulated market. He emphasized data accessibility, compliance, and strategic dashboards as key drivers for operators’ growth in 2025.
8) Emiliano Sanchez (Mancala Gaming). Offering more personalization for the operator and more fun for the player.
The CCO of Mancala Gaming discussed the studio’s creative evolution, strategic partnerships, and plans for new content. He highlighted innovation in game mechanics, progressive jackpots, and non-linear gameplay as ways to enhance player engagement and operator flexibility.
9) Leonardo Chaves (OKTO). Smart, local-first payment solutions to power LatAm’s iGaming future.
OKTO’s Regional General Manager LatAm explained how the company is transforming payment experiences in Brazil’s regulated market. He detailed solutions such as Pay and Play 2.0 and Pix Biometria, stressing that compliance, security, and user experience must advance together.
10) Inesa Glazaite (iGP). Empowering operators with modular tech and AI-driven engagement.
The Chief Commercial Officer of iGP presented the company’s modular platform, AI-driven engagement tools, and cross-channel strategy. She shared insights into retention-focused solutions, fast time-to-market, and iGP’s roadmap for continued growth in 2025.