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Liam Kinsella

Liam Kinsella

Hi, I’m Liam Kinsella, a 38-year-old Irishman with a lifelong love for sport and a career shaped by the fast-moving world of iGaming. I’ve spent the majority of my professional life in the industry, working across everything from operations and customer experience to product and innovation. My passion for iGaming was sparked when I was a teenager after attending my first race night at Dundalk Stadium. I’ll never forget the atmosphere, the intensity, and the connection people had to the sport. It was electric. That night opened my eyes to a world where entertainment, competition, and community all came together. Since then, I’ve worked with some fantastic teams and brands, helping to create engaging experiences that bring that same thrill to players around the globe. Outside of work, I’m a big sports fan. Rugby, football, racing, even a bit of darts. I’ve also got a soft spot for gardening; there’s something therapeutic about switching off and spending a few hours with the plants. When I’m not outdoors, I’m usually reading - anything from sports biographies to thrillers. I’m proud to be part of the global tech and gaming space, and I’m always looking for new ways to push the boundaries of what iGaming can offer.

Brazilian Ministry of Finance Greenlights Fixed-Odds Lottery Operations for Two Companies

The Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) of the Brazilian Ministry of Finance has authorized two companies to operate fixed-odds lotteries in the country. The authorizations, published in the Official Gazette, detail the specifics of each company’s permitted operations.

CAIXA LOTERIAS S.A. Granted Authorization

SPA/MF Ordinance No. 1,665, dated July 29, 2025, grants CAIXA LOTERIAS S.A. the right to operate fixed-odds lotteries. The authorization is based on Law No. 13,756 of December 12, 2018, Law No. 14,790 of December 29, 2023, and related ordinances. Key details include:

  • Corporate Name: CAIXA LOTERIAS S.A.
  • CNPJ: 24.038.490/0001-83
  • Brands: BETCAIXA, MEGABET, and XBET CAIXA
  • Segments: Sports and online gaming combined
  • Modalities: Physical and virtual combined
  • Authorization Expiration Date: December 31, 2029

DEFY LTDA Also Authorized

SPA/MF Ordinance No. 1,666, also dated July 29, 2025, authorizes DEFY LTDA to operate fixed-odds lotteries. This authorization is similarly based on the aforementioned laws and ordinances. The specifics are as follows:

  • Corporate Name: DEFY LTDA
  • CNPJ: 47.974.569/0001-11
  • Brand: 1xBET
  • Segments: Sports theme and online games combined
  • Modalities: Physical and virtual combined
  • Authorization Validity: July 29, 2030

Both ordinances were signed by Regis Anderson Dudena and took effect on the date of publication.


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