BiS SiGMA confirms sponsorship and support for CGS Recife, an event taking place on August 21st and 22nd in the capital of Pernambuco. The initiative reinforces the leadership of the global BiS SiGMA brand by bringing the leading Latin American forum for the gaming and betting ecosystem closer to a growing regional hub, the Northeast.
The partnership aligns strategic synergies and a convergent vision for the responsible development of the sector. According to Nuno Bispo, Marketing Director of BiS SiGMA, the move is part of a territorial expansion plan.
“We recognize the dynamism of the Northeastern market and Recife’s potential as an innovation hub for the sector. Many exhibiting companies at BiS SiGMA are based in the Northeast, and the region is emerging as a hub for significant innovation and strong dynamism in gaming and betting as an entertainment product for Northeastern consumers.”
“Sponsoring CGS Recife means collaborating with an event that shares our commitment to the development and excellence of the gaming industry through innovation, technology, integrity, and financial inclusion — fundamental pillars for the sustainable growth of betting and lotteries in Brazil,” he said.
Partnership between BiS SiGMA and CGS Recife brings the best of iGaming to the Northeast
The CGS Recife is expected to bring together approximately 1,500 participants, including online gambling operators and technology providers, as well as jogo do bicho entrepreneurs seeking digitalization and municipal and state authorities interested in regulatory models.
In addition to the usual panels on compliance, taxation, and money laundering prevention, the agenda also includes high-impact topics that reflect specific challenges in the region:
- Competitive landscape and expansion opportunities — entry of new players, mergers, strategic partnerships, and the opening of complementary verticals in Brazil.
- Tourism & Entertainment — Discussions on integrated resorts and cultural routes that could benefit from regulated casinos.
- Regional ESG — social and environmental practices aimed at semi-arid communities in the context of lottery projects.
CGS Events celebrates support from BiS SiGMA
Elizabeth Leiva, founder and CEO of CGS Events, highlights the strategic importance of the alliance. “The addition of BiS SiGMA as a sponsor of CGS Recife represents a milestone in our consolidation as a high-level regional platform for the iGaming industry.”
The founder of CGS Events adds, “This alliance not only expands our international reach of the event from now on, but also strengthens the exchange of knowledge on regulatory trends, technological innovation and good global practices — fundamental aspects in a context as dynamic as the Brazilian market.”
“Collaborating closely with BiS SiGMA and ensuring their participation in all our events throughout 2026 is undoubtedly a winning formula for the sector.”
According to Elizabeth Leiva: “At CGS, we understand that the Northeast is a region with enormous growth potential, where the betting and lottery ecosystem needs to be supported with a technical, strategic vision, and based on dialogue between the public and private sectors.
“Having BiS SiGMA in this edition allows us to connect local experiences to international standards, promoting a more structured, inclusive and sustainable development for the entire industry,” he said.
Therefore, the cooperation positions CGS Recife on the international iGaming events circuit and reinforces BiS SiGMA’s strategy of stimulating innovation and regulatory dialogue in all regions of the country.
By supporting regional initiatives, the brand solidifies its role as an articulator of business, good practices and social inclusion in a Brazilian market that continues to expand rapidly,” he concluded.
About BiS SiGMA
BiS SiGMA is a joint venture between the Brazilian iGaming Summit (BiS), created in 2021, and the Malta-based SiGMA group. The leading global brand in organizing gaming events has eight regional editions across all continents.
Held annually in São Paulo, the event has become the largest business forum for the gaming and betting industry in Latin America. BiS SiGMA brings together operators, technology providers, regulators, investors, and specialized media.
The most recent edition occupied 30,000 m², welcomed more than 18,000 professionals and featured 250+ exhibitors from 40 countries. In addition to the trade show, BiS SiGMA offers panels, workshops and awards that encourage discussion on regulation, innovation and responsibility in iGaming.
About CGS
CGS Events specializes in organizing high-level events for the iGaming industry in Latin America and the Caribbean. With over 20 years of experience, he leads dialogue and collaboration among industry executives. It also offers exclusive spaces for C-Level decision-makers to gain knowledge, establish connections, and explore business opportunities.
CGS’s mission is to create ecosystems that drive growth and innovation in iGaming through major events with cutting-edge content and regulatory support.
With a solid track record, CGS Events collaborates closely with governments and major brands across a variety of territories. Furthermore, it adapts to the unique needs of each market, offering customized solutions.
