INTERVIEWS
SEO Trends 2026 for Casino & iGaming: Visibility, AI Search and the New Discovery Portfolio
This article is Part 1 of a two-part series authored exclusively for SoloAzar by Nikolay Krastev, SEO Consultant and Head of SEO at Growth Leads, who provides his expert analysis on the trends shaping casino SEO in 2026. Read Part 2 to explore trust signals, off-site validation, measurement frameworks, and risk management strategies.
SoloAzar Exclusive
Friday 06 de February 2026 / 12:00
All about the gaming industry in Peru: the expert perspective of Carlos Fonseca Sarmiento
(Lima, SoloAzar Exclusive).– In this interview, Carlos Fonseca Sarmiento breaks down in detail Peruvian legislation regarding the gambling industry. Fonseca analyzes current regulatory challenges, expresses strong criticism of the government's management of this sector, and shares his vision on the opportunities and expectations for the future of the gambling market in Peru. "Peru continues to be the country with the most stable, transparent, and competitive regulation in the region," he states.
SoloAzar Exclusive
Monday 02 de February 2026 / 12:00
Live Studio Roles Drive Hiring Trends in European Gaming Industry: Paul Sculpher’s Insights
(Malta, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Paul Sculpher, Partner and Co-Director at GRS Recruitment, has worked as a casino consultant for over 16 years. In this interview, he shares his perspective on operations, recruitment, and the hiring outlook for Europe’s gaming industry in 2026.
SoloAzar Exclusive
Monday 26 de January 2026 / 12:00
News
R. Franco Strengthens Its Global Positioning Following a Strong Presence at ICE Barcelona 2026
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- R. Franco Digital's participation at ICE Barcelona 2026 delivered a highly positive outcome for the company, which leveraged the event to consolidate its international presence, showcase its latest innovations for both land-based and online segments, and generate key business opportunities across Europe and Latin America.
Slotegrator leverages ICE Barcelona 2026 to strengthen its rebranded positioning and expand global growth strategy
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Slotegrator closed ICE Barcelona 2026 with strong commercial momentum and enhanced brand positioning, using the event to showcase its rebranded ecosystem of technology and consulting solutions while advancing negotiations with operators and partners across regulated and emerging markets.
Portfolios
GLI Appoints Patrick Cottingham as Director of Client Services, North America
(Lakewood).- Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®), a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services for the gaming industry, has announced the promotion of Patrick Cottingham to Director of Client Services, North America.
GR8 Tech kicks off 2026 with record-breaking ICE Barcelona performance and strong demand for Crypto Turnkey
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- GR8 Tech reported a highly successful showing at ICE Barcelona 2026, marked by a significant increase in qualified business meetings, strong interest in its Crypto Turnkey solution, and industry recognition as Best Software Supplier of the Year, setting a confident tone for its global growth strategy in 2026.
Kambi Highlights Strong Demand for Flexible and Compliant Sportsbook Solutions at ICE Barcelona 2026
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Kambi, the leading global sports betting supplier, closed its participation at ICE Barcelona 2026 with a highly positive balance, marked by strong commercial exposure and high-level business discussions that underscored the growing demand for compliant, scalable and flexible sportsbook technology in regulated markets worldwide.
Giorgio Dolce from Uplatform: "Our participation in ICE Barcelona 2026 was fantastic"
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Giorgio Dolce, Sales Manager at Uplatfrom , reflects on a highly successful ICE Barcelona 2026, highlighting the impact of the company’s distinctive booth, the strong interest in its turnkey platform and sportsbook, emerging trends such as LatAm regulation and crypto casinos, and the firm’s strategic priorities for 2026.
Event
ICE Barcelona 2026
19 de January 2026
Toni Karapetrov from Habanero on ICE Barcelona 2026: Regulated Growth, Localization and Strategic Expansion Drive 2026 iGaming Strategy
(Barcelona, Exclusive SoloAzar).- In this interview, Toni Karapetrov, Head of Corporate Communications at Habanero, shares insights from ICE Barcelona 2026, highlighting premium content innovation, high-level industry engagement, key iGaming trends such as localization and gamification, and the company’s strategic focus on regulated market expansion and sustainable growth in 2026.
Friday 13 Feb 2026 / 12:00
Johnny Ortiz, Founder of Zitro: "Our participation in this second edition of ICE Barcelona has been a resounding success"
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- In this interview, Johnny Ortiz reviews Zitro's participation at ICE Barcelona 2026, analyzes the impact of its new FANTASY and ILLUSION products, and reveals the company's strategic priorities for 2026, including international expansion, technological innovation, and strengthening its position in the Spanish market.
Friday 13 Feb 2026 / 12:00
R. Franco Strengthens Its Global Positioning Following a Strong Presence at ICE Barcelona 2026
(Barcelona, SoloAzar Exclusive).- R. Franco Digital's participation at ICE Barcelona 2026 delivered a highly positive outcome for the company, which leveraged the event to consolidate its international presence, showcase its latest innovations for both land-based and online segments, and generate key business opportunities across Europe and Latin America.
Wednesday 11 Feb 2026 / 12:00
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