Michael Tobin ranks 4th in tech rankings, as industry prioritises trust and compliance
Michael Tobin, CEO of Continent 8 Technologies, has been named one of the top global tech leaders in the iGaming industry, as featured in GamblingIQ’s ‘Game of Trust’ 2025 edition. This recognition comes at a pivotal moment for the sector, which is increasingly prioritising transparency, regulatory compliance and technological resilience.
Tobin has been at the helm of Continent 8 since its inception over 25 years ago. He has been instrumental in positioning the global business as a cornerstone of infrastructure for regulated iGaming and online sports betting markets worldwide. He has cultivated deep relationships with regulators, operators and technology partners, enabling Continent 8 to deliver secure, compliant and scalable IT solutions across more than 100 locations globally.
A true people-person, he is widely respected within the industry. Gambling IQ’s commentary on Tobin mentioned: “Michael Tobin has become one of the defining figures in iGaming infrastructure… In an industry often chasing the next big thing, Tobin embodies the kind of leadership that prioritises stability and sustainable growth without losing sight of innovation.”
Michael Tobin, CEO and Founder of Continent 8 Technologies said: “I’m honoured to be recognised in this list, and it’s especially pleasing to see many of our partners and customers also featured. Trust is fundamental to our business – our customers put their trust in us every day to manage and protect their infrastructure, to enable them to focus on what they do best. Congratulations to all individuals listed.”
View the full Trusted 10 from GamblingIQ here.
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Tachi-Yokut Tribe of Santa Rosa Rancheria-owned and operated casino now equipped with world-leading 24/7/365 monitoring, proactive threat prevention and rapid response capabilities to safeguard its tribal gaming operations
Continent 8 Technologies, the leading provider of managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity solutions for the tribal gaming industry, is pleased to announce a new cybersecurity agreement with Tachi Palace Casino Resort to oversee and optimize their Security Operations Center (SOC) and Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) cybersecurity operations.
In collaboration with Continent 8 and its cybersecurity division, C8 Secure, Tachi Palace Casino Resort will implement their managed SOC and SIEM services. The customer will gain instant access to a comprehensive SOC and SIEM solution featuring round-the-clock monitoring, sophisticated threat detection to pinpoint anomalies and potential risks, integrated threat intelligence to anticipate evolving threats and an advanced SIEM architecture designed for high-performance analytics and streamlined incident management.
Patrick Gardner, Chief Security Officer at Continent 8 said: “We are honored that Tachi Palace Casino Resort selected Continent 8 through a rigorous selection process as their trusted Managed Security Operations Center partner. As a leading Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) specializing in the gaming industry, we have deep insight into the unique cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities facing our customers today. Tachi Palace Casino Resort’s proactive commitment to safeguarding their infrastructure demonstrates exceptional leadership and a clear understanding that robust, continuous security is vital for protecting their customers, data and gaming operations.”
Jerad Swimmer, Regional Sales Director at Continent 8 added: “It’s inspiring to see an increasing number of tribal gaming and casino organizations such as Tachi Palace Casino Resort making cybersecurity a core component of their strategic initiatives and organizational culture.
“We are delighted to support Tachi Palace Casino Resort as their trusted MSSP, ensuring a secure and strategic cybersecurity journey.”
David Clark, Information System Director at Tachi Palace Casino Resort said: “I am looking forward to our new partnership with Continent 8 and what the future brings for us.”
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