Global games developer deploys Continent 8’s Compliance Audit, Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) and Vulnerability Scan (V-Scan) services to swiftly meet multi-state regulatory compliance requirements.
Continent 8 Technologies, the leading provider of global managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity solutions to the iGaming and online sports betting industry, is pleased to announce an expanded partnership with global leading Asian game developer, Rising Digital Corporation. Through this enhanced collaboration, Rising Digital has selected Continent 8 as its dedicated cybersecurity services provider.
Rising Digital, a current infrastructure partner leveraging Continent 8’s cloud solution for high-performance connectivity, high availability and uninterrupted uptime of gaming platforms, has established a strategic alliance with Continent 8 to enhance its cybersecurity program and standards. This initiative allows Rising Digital to utilize Continent 8’s complete suite of regulatory cybersecurity services, ensuring full compliance within each US state it operates in.
Rising Digital has successfully launched its cybersecurity program across multiple states, including Connecticut, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia, as well as the Canadian province of Ontario, to comply with the specific regulatory requirements of each jurisdiction. In collaboration with Continent 8 and its cybersecurity specialist division, C8 Secure, Rising Digital has successfully completed a Compliance Audit and Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) and Vulnerability Scan (V-Scan) services. These comprehensive regulatory cybersecurity services ensure compliance with local regulatory standards and identify potential vulnerabilities, providing actionable insights to strengthen the organization’s overall cybersecurity posture.
Aimin Cong, CEO of Rising Digital, said: “We are delighted to formalize our relationship with Continent 8 for our growing iGaming operations business. With the utmost importance being placed upon compliance, performance and security, we believe Continent 8 is an excellent infrastructure and cybersecurity services partner.”
Patrick Gardner, Chief Security Officer at Continent 8, said: “We are honored that Rising Digital has placed its trust in Continent 8 as its infrastructure and cybersecurity partner as they expand their operations across the United States.
“At Continent 8, we pride ourselves as being a one-stop-shop provider of infrastructure, cloud, regulatory and cybersecurity solutions. Our services enable iGaming companies like Rising Digital to swiftly meet multi-state regulatory requirements, safeguarding their operations while providing peace of mind. We stand committed to setting the highest standards and value for cybersecurity and compliance services within the ever-growing iGaming and online sports betting sector.”
Continent 8 will be at SBC Summit Americas, from May 13-15 at Booth D750. Schedule a show meeting to learn more about the best practices and strategies for your organization’s regulatory cybersecurity requirements.
Continent 8 Technologies’ Regional Sales Director, Jerad Swimmer and Principal Solutions Architect, Anthony Engel, recently attended the 5th Annual TribalHub Cybersecurity Summit.
At the event, they were showcasing Continent 8’s multi-layered cybersecurity solutions designed to support tribal casinos and their cybersecurity programs.
In this blog, Jerad and Anthony share their key takeaways from the event.
Anthony and Jerad at TribalHub Cybersecurity Summit 2025.
Continent 8 – Proud members of the TribalHub community.
Anthony Engel (AE): The TribalHub Cybersecurity Summit, though smaller in scale, turned out to be an incredible event. We had the chance to engage with nearly every attendee and connect with vendors across various sectors. The event was exceptionally well organized, and its intimate setting allowed for more meaningful and impactful discussions.
Jerad Swimmer (JS): A standout feature of this event was the division of days into presentation sessions followed by an exhibitor segment. From 9:00 to 3:30, Anthony and I attended every session, which afforded us a deeper understanding of the needs and concerns of tribal organizations and how we can support them.
Adding a touch of fun to the event, TribalHub included a bingo card for attendees, encouraging them to visit each booth. Many attendees voiced that this initiative provided them with a deeper insight into Continent 8’s comprehensive threat prevention, detection and response strategies, which they might not have discovered otherwise. We are excited to continue many of these discussions beyond the event.
AE: Given the cybersecurity-focused nature of the event, attendees demonstrated advanced cybersecurity knowledge. We shared how, as a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP), we are distinctively equipped to deliver a comprehensive cybersecurity ecosystem from a single source – ranging from DDoS protection to endpoint security, cloud protection and even mobile threat prevention. This integrated approach closes cybersecurity gaps that often arise with multiple vendors’ solutions and offers tribal gaming organizations a singular point of accountability for their entire cybersecurity framework.
JS: Indeed, as Anthony highlighted, the discussions spanned a wide array of cybersecurity techniques and strategies. In my conversations, we explored approaches to Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (see Jerad’s most recent cybersecurity blog on VAPT here), mobile endpoint protection, Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM), Security Operations Centers (SOC), Endpoint and Managed Detection and Response (EDR & MDR), as well as strategies to counter social engineering threats.
AE: From an event format perspective, as Jared mentioned earlier, we were pleased that the event organizers ensured the presentation sessions were accessible to exhibitors. This enabled us to customize our discussions around the pain points identified during these sessions and explore various strategies to address their current issues and challenges. It added an extra dimension to vendor-attendee interaction, which I believe the attendees appreciated.
JS: The summit was an exceptional platform for engaging and exchanging ideas with the tribal gaming community. Networking was a continuous all-day and all-evening affair, extending beyond the event into dinner and lounge conversations that really foster unrivalled relationship building.
Anthony and I are already looking forward to reconnecting with everyone at our next event – the Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention! We hope to see you there!
Visit us at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention in San Diego from March 31 to April 3 at Booth 724 to discover the benefits of 360-degree cybersecurity protection for your tribal gaming organization.
Don’t miss the panel discussion “Creating and maintaining a healthy culture in a new era of cybersecurity”, where Jerad will moderate a session with industry experts Frances Alvarez, Emra Arkansas, Jason Nichols and Scott Riley. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into data protection, regulatory practices and proactive cybersecurity strategies for tribal gaming.
Book a meeting at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention here.
Continent 8 provides comprehensive, multi-layered threat prevention, detection and response solutions to secure your tribal organization’s digital assets in the face of evolving cyber threats. For more information on how Continent 8 can support your cybersecurity initiatives, email sales@continent.com or fill out our Contact Us page.
Also, be sure to watch the latest episode in our Tribal Talks: Cybersecurity Unlocked podcast series. Each episode delves into new stories, insights gained, best practices and key developments that are shaping the future of tribal casino gaming and cybersecurity.
Watch Tribal Talks: Cybersecurity Unlocked podcast series
Super Bowl LIX between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs on February 9th, 2025, at the Caesars Superdome, was the eleventh Super Bowl to be held in New Orleans, and it was not the close affair we expected! In fact, the Eagles reached an insurmountable lead of 34 points before the Chiefs managed a first score. The event boasted record peak views of around 135 million, up from 124 million last year.
It was also a record-breaking 2025 in gambling terms, with significant growth in online betting compared to last year’s, reflecting the continued expansion of legal online sports betting in the US. An estimated $1.39 billion was gambled on Super Bowl LIX, up from $1.25 billion in legal bets for Super Bowl LVIII — a growth of about 11%. This figure marks the first time the American Gaming Association (AGA) based its estimate solely on legal wagers, unlike previous years that included illegal and casual bets, suggesting the actual increase in regulated online activity could be even higher as the market shifts toward legal channels.
This year also saw at least one $1m bet and a six-figure wager on the coin flip (tails by the way).
Continent 8 customer, FanDuel, reported record-breaking activity for Super Bowl LIX, with over 16.6 million bets placed by almost 3 million customers, a nearly 20% increase in bets from the 14 million recorded for LVIII (which totalled $307 million in wagers from 2.5 million users). In New York alone, a key online sports betting market, the Super Bowl LIX week saw a handle (total amount wagered) of over $557 million, with $155 million tied directly to the game, outpacing last year’s figures. FanDuel’s handle in New York for that week was $222.2 million, and DraftKings reported $193.9 million, both reflecting robust growth.
As the largest network, infrastructure and cybersecurity supplier to the US and global regulated iGaming market, Continent 8 can report its stats for Super Bowl LIX:
Continent 8 is no stranger to supporting high-traffic sporting contests. Whether it is annually for the Grand National or Cheltenham horse racing events in the UK and Ireland, the UEFA Champions League across Europe, March Madness in the US, or every four years for the UEFA Euro finals or FIFA World Cup, we know what it takes to ensure platform uptime.
As the partner of choice for iGaming and sports betting hosting, for both operators and suppliers alike, live in 31 US states, and supporting more than 90% of the largest brands in the marketplace (EGR US Power Rankings), we have the solutions and support systems in place that ultimately give companies the confidence they need to maximise the acquisition and retention opportunities these events present.
As standard for identified special sporting events, we:
In addition to this:
What’s key throughout is ensuring our customers are aware of all activity with notifications regularly sent such as internet and MPLS data, as well as average and maximum traffic in and out.
The Super Bowl is a huge event for sportsbooks, particularly now that the US has opened up online gambling (in varying capacity) in 31 states.
And after a very short amount of breathing space, we prepare for March Madness in the same vein!
Live in 31 states: Our expansion in the US began with a state-of-the-art data centre in Atlantic City, enabling customers to take advantage of the online sports betting market opportunities in New Jersey, while gaining immediate access to the Continent 8 global network. Today, we are live in 31 US states, with several new sites in the pipeline.
First-to-market: We have an aggressive strategy to ensure we are the first iGaming hosting provider in state, enabling our customers to capitalise on the fast-growing and competitive US iGaming and online sports betting market. Most recently, we went live in Missouri.
Regulated and compliant: We have vast regulatory experience and a dedicated compliance team, with strong regulator relationships across states, ensuring a complaint iGaming hosting solution for each.
Growing global team: We are a global team of 300+ specialists with a local presence – we ensure we have a team on the ground in the US to help you expand.
Learn more about our trusted solutions in the US here or contact the team via sales@continent8.com
O parceiro de serviços de infraestrutura e segurança cibernética da LATAM oferece orientação especializada para o estabelecimento de plataformas de jogos seguras, compatíveis e de latência ultrabaixa
A Continent 8 Technologies, fornecedora líder de soluções globais de hospedagem gerenciada, conectividade, nuvem e cibersegurança para a indústria de iGaming, estará no SBC Summit Rio 2025 no Stand B220.
No evento, os especialistas técnicos e da indústria da Continent 8 estarão à disposição para fornecer insights sobre o cumprimento da Portaria nº 722 do Brasil, que delineia o padrão técnico e de segurança cibernética específico e essencial para o lançamento de licenciados no mercado brasileiro. Os operadores devem estar em conformidade dentro de seis meses após a obtenção de suas licenças de jogos no mercado brasileiro.
Para apoiar o lançamento do Brasil, a Continent 8 oferece uma instalação de data center de última geração em São Paulo, juntamente com um conjunto completo de serviços para atender a rigorosos requisitos de alocação de dados, backup, recuperação de desastres e segurança cibernética. Além disso, a utilização específica da capacidade do cabo submarino do Brasil para Portugal minimiza a latência entre a Europa e a América Latina.
Ao seguir essa rota, em vez de passar pela América do Norte como outros provedores de nuvem na região, a Continent 8 oferece o melhor suporte às operações europeias voltadas para a região, melhorando a latência em mais de 40%. Esse suporte exclusivo e localizado, combinado com o planejamento global, permite que o mercado de jogos regulamentado brasileiro implemente rapidamente plataformas e operações de jogos seguras, compatíveis e de latência ultrabaixa.
O mercado LATAM é de considerável importância estratégica para a Continent 8. O provedor confiável de serviços de infraestrutura e segurança cibernética na região, a Continent 8 lançou pela primeira vez as operações da LATAM e do Caribe na Colômbia em 2020 e, desde então, expandiu suas localizações de data center e os melhores serviços gerenciados e profissionais da categoria para o Brasil, Curaçao, Peru e Porto Rico, com mais planos de expansão em andamento.
Luana Monje, Executiva de Vendas da Continent 8, disse: “A Continent 8 continua seu profundo investimento e compromisso com o mercado LATAM, sendo a recém-estabelecida jurisdição brasileira regulamentada uma prioridade máxima. Investimos em um novo data center e no fornecimento de serviços personalizados para atender a uma ampla gama de requisitos mandatados locais, incluindo latência, segurança cibernética, nuvem pública/privada, nuvem híbrida AWS e muito mais – tudo com o objetivo de fornecer a melhor experiência de lançamento e suporte de iGaming regulamentado.
“Estamos animados para continuar essa conversa no SBC Summit Rio e explorar como podemos apoiar suas iniciativas de jogos. Passe em nosso estande para saber por que somos o parceiro de infraestrutura e segurança cibernética, fornecendo velocidade e protegendo o setor há mais de 25 anos.”
Para agendar uma reunião no SBC Summit Rio, acesse: https://lp.continent8.com/latam-solutions ou envie um e-mail para sales@continent8.com.
LATAM’s go-to infrastructure and cybersecurity services partner provides expert guidance on establishing secure, compliant, ultra-low-latency gaming platforms
Continent 8 Technologies, the leading provider of global managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity solutions to the iGaming and online sports betting industry, will be at SBC Summit Rio 2025 at Stand B220.
At the event, Continent 8 technical and industry experts will on hand to provide insights on complying with Brazil’s Ordinance No. 722, which outlines the specific and essential technical and cybersecurity standard for licensees launching in the Brazilian market. Operators must comply within six months of obtaining their gaming licenses in the Latin American (LATAM) market.
To support Brazil’s launch, Continent 8 offers a state-of-the-art data centre facility in São Paulo, along with a complete suite of services to address rigorous data residency, backup, disaster recovery and cybersecurity requirements. Furthermore, the specific utilisation of submarine cable capacity from Brazil to Portugal minimises latency between Europe and LATAM. By taking this route, rather than via North America as other in-region cloud providers, Continent 8 provides the best support to European operations targeting the region by improving latency by over 40%. This unique, localised support, combined with global planning, enables the regulated Brazilian gaming market to rapidly deploy secure, compliant and ultra-low-latency gaming platforms and operations.
The LATAM market is of considerable strategic importance to Continent 8. The trusted infrastructure and cybersecurity services provider in the region, Continent 8 first launched LATAM and Caribbean operations in Colombia in 2020 and has since expanded its data centre locations and best-in-class managed and professional services to Brazil, Curaçao, Peru and Puerto Rico, with further expansion plans underway.
Luana Monje, Sales Executive at Continent 8 said, “Continent 8 continues its deep investment and commitment to the LATAM market, with the newly established regulated Brazilian jurisdiction being a top priority. We have invested in a new data centre and the provision of customised services to address a comprehensive range of local mandated requirements, including latency, cybersecurity, public/private cloud, AWS hybrid cloud, and more – all with the goal of providing the best regulated iGaming launch and support experience.
“We’re excited to continue this conversation at SBC Summit Rio and explore how we can support your gaming initiatives. Stop by our stand to learn why are the go-to infrastructure and cybersecurity partner, powering and protecting the industry for over 25 years.”
To schedule a meeting at SBC Summit Rio, visit: https://lp.continent8.com/latam-solutions or email sales@continent8.com.
Jerad Swimmer, Regional Sales Director at Continent 8 Technologies, explores the benefits of Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT).
Tribal casinos are experiencing substantial financial growth. As highlighted in my previous blog, 2023 was a landmark year for the tribal gaming sector, with revenues hitting a record $41.9 billion USD, as reported by the National Indian Gaming Commission. Consequently, tribal casinos are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, with reports suggesting a nearly 60% increase in cyber attacks on tribes in 2023.
With significant financial and personal data at stake, cybersecurity in tribal gaming and casino environments is a critical priority. But where should you start? In this blog, I’ll explain why Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) is the perfect first step to bolster tribal gaming cybersecurity.
Let’s begin by defining VAPT. Craig Lusher, our Product Principal of Secure Solutions, describes VAPT as the following:
“VAPT is defined as a comprehensive set of cybersecurity services that helps organizations identify, assess and mitigate vulnerabilities in their IT infrastructure, applications and networks. Periodic Vulnerability Assessments (VAs) scan to detect exploitable vulnerabilities in customer networks and infrastructure and record them in a register, prioritizing remedial work and demonstrating continuous improvement. Penetration Tests (PTs) use identified vulnerabilities to further exploit and gain access, testing the efficacy of preventative security measures, procedures and technology.”
By simulating real-world cyber attacks, pentesting enables tribal casino IT and cybersecurity teams to identify system weaknesses and address potential vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors. This strategy not only strengthens the casino environment but also ensures that cybersecurity measures remain robust and adaptable to evolving threats.
VAPT aims to establish what we at Continent 8 call a “hardened cybersecurity posture.”
A hardened cybersecurity posture integrates multiple protective layers, adhering to best practices for adaptability to threats and changes. It begins with technical controls such as network segmentation, access management and encryption, complemented by active defenses including web application and API protection, intrusion detection and cybersecurity monitoring. This approach is guided by policies and procedures for incident response and risk management.
The core components of a hardened cybersecurity posture create a robust defense system. Technical controls prevent attacks, while monitoring systems identify threats. Regular assessments are conducted to uncover vulnerabilities and governance ensures consistent implementation. This comprehensive approach ensures that even if one safeguard fails, multiple other layers remain to protect assets.
Implementing VAPT protocols is a beneficial practice for any tribal gaming organization. These measures not only bolster cybersecurity but also streamline internal and external audits.
By maintaining detailed records of testing and remediation efforts, casinos can demonstrate their commitment to cybersecurity to auditors. This transparency not only aids in passing audits but also enhances the casino’s reputation as a reliable and secure establishment.
Regular penetration testing provides tribal casinos with ongoing monitoring and enhancement of cybersecurity protocols, helping them stay ahead of potential cyber threats. This ensures a safer and more secure environment for both operations and players, while also building trust with internal and external parties and stakeholders. This proactive approach, again, is vital in preserving the casino’s integrity and reputation.
When choosing penetration testing tools for tribal casino and gaming cybersecurity, select tools that offer comprehensive coverage, capable of evaluating a wide range of vulnerabilities across multiple systems and applications.
A comprehensive VAPT service should encompass the following:
For more information on VAPT or to book a meeting with me at TribalHub Cybersecurity Summit or the Indian Game Tradeshow (Booth 18), contact me at jerad.swimmer@continent8.com.
Continent 8 provides comprehensive, multi-layered threat prevention, detection and response solutions to secure your tribal organization’s digital assets in the face of evolving cyber threats. For more information on how Continent 8 can support your cybersecurity initiatives, email sales@continent.com or fill out our Contact Us page.
Also, be sure to watch the latest episode in our Tribal Talks: Cybersecurity Unlocked podcast series – also available on Spotify – to gain a deeper understanding of the technological advancements, cybersecurity challenges and best practices shaping tribal gaming landscape.
Jerad Swimmer, Regional Sales Director at Continent 8 Technologies, explores the remarkable surge in tribal gaming revenues and its implications for cybersecurity.
The year 2023 marked a significant milestone in the tribal gaming industry, with revenues reaching an all-time high of $41.9 billion USD, according to the National Indian Gaming Commission. Advisory firm Wipfli noted that this marked the fourth consecutive year of revenue growth for tribal casinos. This remarkable growth reflects the increasing popularity and expansion of tribal casinos across the United States.
The impressive revenue figures are a testament to the hard work and innovation within the industry, highlighting the importance of tribal gaming as a vital economic driver for many tribal communities. However, with great success comes great responsibility, particularly in the realm of cybersecurity.
As tribal casinos flourish financially, they become attractive targets for cybercriminals. The surge in revenue has unfortunately been paralleled by a rise in cyber threats aimed at exploiting vulnerabilities within these establishments, with one source indicating that cyber attacks on tribes surged by almost 60% in 2023.
Cyber attacks on tribal casinos can range from data breaches to ransomware attacks, each with the potential to cause significant financial and reputational damage. The increasing sophistication of these threats demands a proactive and robust approach to cybersecurity to protect both the assets and the patrons of tribal gaming operations.
Several high-profile cybersecurity incidents have underscored the vulnerabilities within the tribal gaming sector. For instance, a tribal casino recently experienced a three-week closure due to an undisclosed cybersecurity incident. Casino officials advised previous guests to monitor their financial and credit card statements for any potential issues.
Another notable incident involved a ransomware attack that compromised all internet servers and data, with the attackers demanding up to $500,000 to restore services. These incidents highlight the critical need for enhanced cybersecurity measures to safeguard the integrity of tribal gaming enterprises.
To counter the escalating cyber threats, tribal casinos must adopt comprehensive cybersecurity strategies. This includes implementing advanced threat prevention, detection and response systems, regular security audits and continuous employee training to recognize and mitigate potential threats.
Investing in cybersecurity infrastructure, such as firewalls and mobile endpoint protection, can significantly enhance the security posture of tribal gaming operations. Collaborating with cybersecurity experts and adopting industry best practices are also pivotal steps in fortifying defenses against cyber attacks.
As cyber threats continue to evolve, tribal casinos can leverage innovative technologies and solutions to enhance their cybersecurity posture and ensure 360-degree protection. Key solutions include:
As tribal gaming continues to thrive, the critical role of cybersecurity becomes increasingly evident.
In response to the escalating threat of advanced cyber attacks targeting tribal governments and organizations, the Department of Homeland Security announced on July 1, 2024, the allocation of over $18.2 million USD in grants to 32 tribal governments. These inaugural grants, issued under the Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program (TCGP), represent a commitment to supporting tribal communities and gaming organizations in overcoming cybersecurity challenges within their digital infrastructures and environments.
By prioritizing cybersecurity in 2025 and beyond, tribal casinos can ensure sustained growth and resilience, safeguarding their revenues and reputation in an increasingly digital world. The path forward involves a balanced approach that combines innovation and vigilance, ensuring the prosperity and longevity of the tribal gaming sector.
Continent 8 provides comprehensive, multi-layered threat prevention, detection and response solutions to secure your tribal organization’s digital assets in the face of evolving cyber threats. For more information on how Continent 8 can support your cybersecurity initiatives, email sales@continent.com or fill out our Contact Us page.
Also, be sure to watch the latest episode in our Tribal Talks: Cybersecurity Unlocked podcast series – also available on Spotify – to gain a deeper understanding of the technological advancements, cybersecurity challenges and best practices shaping tribal gaming landscape.
Global iGaming aggregator utilises Continent 8’s VAPT cybersecurity services to securely connect B2C operators to over 150 game providers and more than 15,000 games
Continent 8 Technologies, a leading provider of global managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity solutions to the iGaming and online sports betting industry, today announces that Alea, an award-winning iGaming aggregation platform, has appointed Continent 8 as its Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) cybersecurity services provider.
Alea is among the fastest-growing game aggregators in the industry. Through one single API integration, Alea provides clients with access to over 15,000 games from over 150 providers, reducing their technical complexity and improving operational efficiency. The security and reliability of the game APIs and these integrations are crucial to Alea’s operational integrity. To manage the emerging cybersecurity challenges with a rapidly expanding network, Alea has partnered with Continent 8 to assess and evaluate their cybersecurity framework through a VAPT.
Partnering with Continent 8 and its specialised cybersecurity company, C8 Secure, Alea has undertaken a VAPT test. This comprehensive assessment enabled Alea to identify potential internal and external IT vulnerabilities, allowing them to prioritise and implement security enhancements to mitigate risk exposure, giving their customers confidence that they are accessing a secure and reliable platform.
Eduard Fumás, CTO at Alea said, “At Alea, security is at the core of everything we do. Our commitment to creating a secure, robust and scalable API solution sets a new standard in the iGaming industry, where data protection and system integrity are critical. Partnering with Continent 8 has been an important step for us in proactively safeguarding our platform and reinforcing the trust our partners place in us. This collaboration ensures that we continue to deliver a reliable, secure API experience to our clients. We’re proud to work with a partner that shares our dedication to cybersecurity excellence.”
Patrick Gardner, Vice President and Chief Security Officer at Continent 8 said, “Alea’s three principles of security, scalability and robustness resonate with Continent 8. Given the number of APIs Alea is using, their proactive approach to assessing their business and guaranteeing security for its partners is imperative.
“It’s great to be supporting Alea; we encourage all businesses in this industry to take the cybersecurity threat seriously.”
Join Continent 8 and Alea in a rapid-fire VAPT webinar, titled ‘VAPT: iGaming industry requirements and use cases’ on Wednesday, 20 November 2024, at 15:00 GMT / 10:00 EST.
Key takeaways from this must-attend webinar:
To register for the webinar, visit: https://lp.continent8.com/vapt-webinar.
The renewal marks the continuation of a 20-year partnership, providing Playtech with Continent 8’s best-in-class managed and professional services in the regulated iGaming and online sports betting space
Today, Continent 8 Technologies, the trusted partner and provider of global managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity solutions to the regulated iGaming and online sports betting market, and Playtech, one of the leading platform, content and services providers in the industry announced the extension of their global partnership agreement. This renewal underscores both companies’ shared commitment to serving and shaping the ever-growing regulated online gaming market.
The recently signed multi-year contract further extends the two-decades-long collaboration between these leading global entities, allowing Playtech to further utilise Continent 8’s comprehensive suite of managed and professional services. This development enables Playtech to maintain its focus on innovating and delivering top-tier online gaming software and live dealer technology to prominent retail and online brands across various gaming verticals. These verticals include land-based casinos, online operators and government-approved lotteries. In addition, Playtech operates B2C brands, leveraging its cross-platform expertise to deliver a direct-to-consumer offering.
Shimon Akad, COO at Playtech, stated, “Continent 8 have been our hosting and connectivity partner since the onset of our journey, 20 years ago. Renewing our agreement is a testament to the joint work and success we’ve built together, and I look forward to continuing our strong collaboration for years to come.”
Michael Tobin, Founder and CEO, Continent 8 Technologies, shared, “Playtech is one of the most recognisable brands in the industry, and we are excited to be a part of their continued success through this expanded strategic partnership. I’m incredibly proud of our 20-year partnership as we have grown and supported each other over the years.
“As the leading iGaming and online sports betting data centre and global network solutions provider, we take pride in consistently delivering carrier-grade connectivity and performance to our customers, ensuring exceptional and unrivalled user and player experiences.”
Watch the Playtech testimonial:
Continent 8 will be at SiGMA Europe, from 11-14 November 2024 at Stand 2048. Schedule a meeting to discuss your infrastructure, cloud and cybersecurity requirements: https://lp.continent8.com/sigma_malta_2024
On May 2, 2024, the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) and the Ministry of Finance (MF) issued Ordinance No. 722 (link here in Portuguese). This set of regulations outlines the essential technical and cybersecurity criteria that iGaming and online sports betting operators must adhere to within six months of obtaining their gaming licenses.
In her blog series, Luana Monje, Sales Executive at Continent 8 Technologies, examines the latest infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity and regulatory developments for the newly regulated Brazilian iGaming and online sports betting market. In her first blog, Luana explored the Ordinance 722’s penetration testing requirement, and in this blog, she investigates the recovery and backup system, business continuity and disaster recovery plan and firewall protection requirements in full detail.
Ordinance 722, Annex IV, section 15 – Recovery: In the event of a catastrophic failure where the betting system, or any component or platform, cannot be reset in any other way, it must be possible to restore the system from the last backup point and fully recover it.
Ordinance 722, Annex IV, section 17 – Business continuity and disaster recovery plan: A business continuity policy and disaster recovery plan must be adopted to recover betting operations if the production environment of the betting system or any of its platforms becomes inoperable.
In the regulations outlined for iGaming and online sports betting in Brazil, robust recovery and business continuity mechanisms must be in place to ensure that, should a catastrophic failure occur, the operator or supplier can restore the betting system and fully recover from the last backup point.
Ordinance 722’s recovery section explains that such backups must encompass not only the recorded information but also extend to include location-specific details such as security configurations and user accounts. Furthermore, current system encryption keys and a comprehensive record of system parameters – whether modifications, reconfigurations, additions, merges, deletions, adjustments or changes to parameters – need to be meticulously maintained.
Meanwhile, Ordinance 722’s business continuity and disaster recovery section recommends that the plan comprise data storage methodologies to minimise losses, document the recovery procedures and provide a comprehensive recovery guide. Moreover, it should propose the process for resuming administrative operations post-recovery, tailored to the system’s operational context.
The Continent 8 solution: Our multi-pronged services approach offers operators and suppliers the optimal path to backup and business continuity in the event of an incident or disaster.
Ordinance 722, Annex IV, section 31 – Firewall: All communications, including remote access, must pass through at least one approved application-level firewall.
An effective firewall serves as the guardian of the network, meticulously scrutinising all incoming and outgoing communications to thwart unauthorised access and potential threats. Ordinance 722’s firewall communication suggests that the firewall be placed at the juncture of different security domains, ensuring that no alternative network path exists that could circumvent the firewall. Only essential applications related to the firewall’s operation are permitted to reside on the device, and access is restricted to a limited number of user accounts, primarily network or system administrators. These firewalls should analyse all incoming and outgoing communications, ensuring that only traffic from trusted network sources is permitted. Furthermore, stringent access controls, backed by the latest encryption protocols, safeguard remote interactions with the gaming platform.
The Continent 8 solution: Our Firewall service includes customisable IDS/IPS capabilities. When combined with our managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) service, IDS/IPS events are enriched with specific threat intelligence and ingested into our Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) platform. Our SOC analysts can then deliver powerful insights into a customer’s current threat state and perimeter activities, providing detection, prevention and responses to known and emerging threats.
Recovery and business continuity plans, along with firewall protection, provide an excellent starting point for iGaming and online sports betting operators and suppliers launching operations in Brazil’s regulated gaming market. For end-to-end protection, we recommend operators and suppliers adopt a holistic risk mitigation approach. A complete, 360-degree defense strategy includes:
By referencing the SPA and MF’s Ordinance 722 policies and partnering with an experienced and trusted solutions provider like Continent 8, operators and suppliers can deploy multi-defense, multi-layer cybersecurity protection strategies for their iGaming and online sports betting platform. This approach enables them to comply with Brazil’s latest technical and cybersecurity regulations while demonstrating their commitment to providing secure and trustworthy gaming environments and experiences.
Continent 8 Technologies, the trusted managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity partner to the global iGaming and online sports betting industry for over 25 years, is live in every major regulated Latin American (LATAM) jurisdiction, including Brazil.
Operating out of the LATAM region since 2020, we offer operators and suppliers access to state-of-the-art data centres, connectivity to a global private network featuring 100+ locations across four continents and best-in-class managed and professional services to support the most demanding iGaming and online sports betting requirements.
Discover why Continent 8 is the go-to infrastructure and cybersecurity provider for leading LATAM operators and suppliers such as Betcris, Boldt, Bplay and Vibra Gaming, and learn how we ensure the seamless implementation of compliant and secure infrastructures so that your Brazilian gaming operations are live from day one.
For more information on how Continent 8 can support your organisation’s regulatory and cybersecurity requirements, visit www.continent8.com/br or contact Luana at luana.monje@continent8.com.