Dr. Aftab Rizvi’s Exclusive Interview with Games Magazine Brasil
At SiGMA Americas 2025, Dr. Aftab Rizvi, CEO of Gaming Associates, sat down with Games Magazine Brasil to share the company’s strategic direction in Brazil’s rapidly evolving iGaming sector. With a focus on compliance, cybersecurity, and AI-powered solutions, Dr. Rizvi outlined how Gaming Associates positioning itself as a global leader in iGaming certification and regulatory support.
Pioneering Global Online iGaming Certification
For over 30 years, Gaming Associates has played a foundational role in the development of regulated online gaming ecosystems. From certifying Australia’s first regulated online casino to expanding across Europe, North America, Asia, and now Latin America, the company has consistently aligned with international best practices in iGaming compliance, responsible gambling, and security auditing. Dr. Rizvi highlighted Gaming Associates’ commitment to third-party certification, risk-based compliance frameworks, and accredited testing services, ensuring that operators meet stringent regulatory requirements in every jurisdiction they enter.
Brazil: A Landmark Market for Regulated iGaming
With a population exceeding 220 million and a recently established regulatory framework, Brazil represents one of the most promising iGaming markets in the world. Dr. Rizvi emphasized the importance of collaborating with ANJL (National Association of Gaming and Lotteries), local regulators, and licensed operators to bring transparency, accountability, and technical integrity to the market.
“Brazil’s regulatory evolution is a pivotal moment. We’re not just here to test—we’re here to partner in building a resilient, trusted gaming environment,” said Dr. Rizvi.
Proactive Cybersecurity: Launch of Threat Intelligence
A key highlight from the interview was the introduction of Gaming Associates’ Threat Intelligence platform—an advanced solution that proactively monitors the dark web, detecting leaked credentials, unauthorized access attempts, and potential data breaches.
“Hackers don’t need to hack anymore, they simply log in,” Dr. Rizvi warned.
This underscores the need for continuous compliance monitoring and security-by-design in all iGaming platforms.
Driving Compliance with Artificial Intelligence
As technology evolves, so too must regulatory and testing strategies. Dr. Rizvi discussed how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping fraud detection, AML (Anti-Money Laundering) monitoring, and automated testing in online gaming environments. Gaming Associates is integrating AI-driven tools into its testing and audit workflows to streamline certification processes, reduce false positives, and enhance real-time compliance tracking—delivering scalable solutions for multi-jurisdictional gaming operators.
Industry Collaboration for Sustainable Growth
Regulated iGaming markets thrive on trust, cooperation, and shared responsibility. Dr. Rizvi emphasized the need for synergy among platform providers, payment processors, software developers, and regulatory bodies.
“Collaboration fuels responsible growth. Only through joint efforts can we guarantee player protection, data integrity, and fair play across the industry.”
Looking Ahead: Gaming Associates in Brazil and Beyond
Gaming Associates is expanding in Brazil with a vision to serve as a strategic compliance and cybersecurity partner, not just a test lab. The company’s robust global infrastructure and ISO/IEC-accredited testing capabilities enable it to deliver fast, reliable certification and advisory services across more than 50 jurisdictions worldwide.
With its global outlook and local commitment, Gaming Associates aims to:
- Support regulated market entry for international operators in Brazil
- Ensure alignment with Lei 14.790/23 and future iGaming regulations
- Promote responsible gambling practices and operator transparency
“We’re here to help the Brazilian gaming industry flourish—securely, compliantly, and confidently,” concluded Dr. Rizvi.
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