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
Leading global managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity provider to the global iGaming industry recognised for developing cutting-edge solutions that leverage the company’s data centre technologies
Fujitsu has named Continent 8 Technologies as the recipient of its coveted Rising Star of the Year Award at its recent Future Proof Event in London.
The awards ceremony formed part of the company’s flagship event where attendees could learn more about Fujitsu’s data centre expertise and how it can be used to help iGaming operators and suppliers position their businesses for future growth and success.
The judging panel crowned Continent 8 as Rising Star of the Year for joining the Fujitsu ecosystem as a service provider and quickly building market-leading services for the global iGaming industry that leverage Fujitsu’s data centre technologies.
The award was presented by Graham Bromham, Channel & Midmarket Sales Director at Fujitsu UK
to Continent 8 Technologies Regional Sales Director, Aidan-Rees Williams, and Regulatory Account Director, Graham Foster, at the glitzy event held at Pullman London St Pancras.
Fujitsu provides a wide range of solutions to operators and suppliers, from data centres and infrastructure to powerful data tools powered by the latest technologies. This includes its Private GPT, an AI-driven solution that allows organisations to securely chat with their data.
Graham Bromham, Channel & Midmarket Sales Director at Fujitsu UK, said: “We have been delighted to welcome Continent 8 as a Fujitsu partner with the collaboration providing to be incredibly valuable to both companies.
“Collaborations like this present tremendous opportunities and result in shared successes, which we have already enjoyed with Continent 8. But we have only just scratched the surface of what we can achieve together and look forward to strengthening the partnership moving forwards.
“Continent 8 is a really deserving winner of our Rising Star award and we couldn’t be happier to have presented the trophy at our awards ceremony.”
Michael Tobin, Founder and CEO at Continent 8 Technologies, added: “Fujitsu has been an invaluable strategic partner for Continent 8, collaborating closely with us to deliver secure, high-availability and zero-compromise hosting, connectivity and cloud solutions to operators and suppliers in the global iGaming and online sports betting industry.
“To be named Rising Star of the Year is a testament to what we have been able to achieve through this partnership in a short space of time, and I would like to thank Fujitsu and the Continent 8 team for their efforts in maximising the potential of our collaboration.”
In today’s world, mobile devices have become the center of our professional lives. But, are they also a security risk lurking in the shadows?
Our recent webinar, held on October 16, featured industry leaders Craig Lusher from Continent 8 (Product Principal) and C8 Secure and Colm Healy from Corrata (CEO), who discussed:
If you missed it, watch the full video here!
MIRACL’s passwordless multi-factor authentication (MFA) service adds to Continent 8’s multi-layered cybersecurity and regulatory compliance suite of solutions, providing secure, frictionless logins on any browser or device.
October 3, 2024 – MIRACL, a provider of passwordless multi-factor authentication (MFA), today announces a new partnership with Continent 8 Technologies, a leading provider of global managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity solutions to the iGaming and online sports betting industry. This collaboration has enabled Continent 8 to enhance their regulated cybersecurity product portfolio with MIRACL’s secure, single-step MFA solution, offering the most secure and efficient authentication experience possible.
MIRACL’s MFA service streamlines the authentication process with a single personal identification number (PIN) code or device-based biometric. This allows players to access an online service via browser or app in under two seconds – 20 times faster than traditional multi-step MFA methods. Crucially, this means MIRACL enjoys the highest Login Success Rate, 99.9% on average, which leads to increased traffic and conversions, boosting revenue and enhancing user experience. The solution also saves cost by preventing account takeovers and minimising account resets, allowing gaming operators and suppliers to reduce IT helpdesk and infrastructure support costs.
The MIRACL MFA solution delivers banking-grade security through a zero-knowledge framework, ensuring that no security-related information is stored or shared. By eliminating credential exchanges, the service is fully resistant to all remote and brute-force attacks, including credential stuffing, man-in-the-middle, password spraying, phishing, replay and SMS fatigue, thereby offering zero vulnerabilities. The MFA solution complies with the most stringent security and privacy regulations, including MFA legislation requirements for the regulated iGaming and online sports betting industry.
Rob Griffin, CEO at MIRACL said “The shift to mandated MFA by regulators is set to be a massive change in the industry with requirements changing quickly across the globe. MIRACL meets 100% of these requirements for 100% of users while also massively improving their experience.
Over the last 25 years, Continent 8 has become a trusted authority within iGaming in respect of cybersecurity, regulatory adherence and the art of provisioning gaming services that delight their customers. MIRACL’s innovative solutions exceed customers’ expectations in all three of these realms so for us, Continent 8 is the perfect partner. We look forward to bringing our passwordless, single-step MFA to their global client base.
While operators can understand conceptually the potential for passwordless authentication to increase revenues and save costs, they need a trusted and expert partner to help navigate the path. Working closely in tandem, MIRACL and Continent 8 can meet that sizable customer need to ensure customers realise the massive ROI that MIRACL’s passwordless MFA enables.”
MIRACL’s passwordless MFA solution will be part of Continent 8 and C8 Secure’s (a Continent 8 company specialised in cybersecurity) comprehensive suite of multi-layered cybersecurity solutions. The current portfolio includes VAPT, Compliance Audit, DDoS, EDR & MDR, Mobile Protect, SafeBait, SIEM & SOC, V-Scan, Backup and WAAP services, among others.
David Brace, Principal, Innovation & Technology at Continent 8, said: “Speed, uptime, compliance and security are the pillars of our business, whether it be infrastructure, connectivity or the protection of digital assets. By partnering with MIRACL, we add an MFA service that protects players from fraud and cyber attacks, meets regulatory compliance and offers operators a swift, password-less MFA experience.
“This strategic alliance is a significant step forward in our ongoing mission to be the trusted cybersecurity and infrastructure partner for the regulated iGaming and online sports betting industry.”
To learn more about the MIRACL MFA solution, schedule a meeting with Continent 8 at Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Las Vegas 2024, from October 7-10 at Stand #4235: https://lp.continent8.com/g2e-vegas-2024
A Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attack, whether large or small, can cause significant downtime and financial loss.
But what exactly is a DDoS attack?
In this blog, Craig Lusher, Product Principal of Secure Solutions at Continent 8 Technologies, will explore what a DDoS attack is, the different types of DDoS attacks, and the best practices for mitigating DDoS attacks.
A DDoS attack is like an unexpected traffic jam on an otherwise free-flowing highway. The attacks attempt to disrupt the normal traffic of a targeted server, service or network by overwhelming it with a flood of Internet traffic.
DDoS attacks leverage multiple compromised computer systems as sources of attack traffic, including computers and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. They involve networks of Internet-connected devices infected with malware, controlled remotely by attackers and forming a botnet.
The process begins with the attacker creating the botnet by infecting multiple devices. Next, they send remote commands to the botnet, which then sends numerous requests to the target’s IP address. This flood of requests overwhelms the server or network, resulting in a denial-of-service for legitimate traffic.
Several high-profile DDoS attacks have made headlines in recent months, showcasing the damage these attacks can inflict, regardless of industry.
DDoS attacks come in various forms. DDoS attacks can be categorised into three main types based on which part of the network connection they target.
A volumetric attack aims to overwhelm the bandwidth between the target and the Internet with massive amounts of data. The attack often uses amplification techniques to ensure it consumes all available bandwidth.
A good example is Domain Name System (DNS) amplification. This method is done through a small query to an open DNS server with a spoofed IP address, resulting in a large response being sent to the victim, ultimately overwhelming their bandwidth.
A protocol attack exploits weaknesses in network protocols, particularly layers 3 and 4 of the protocol stack. It disrupts service by consuming server resources or network equipment resources like firewalls and load balancers.
SYN flood is a popular method. It overwhelms the target by sending many TCP SYN packets with spoofed IP addresses, exhausting resources by never completing the TCP handshake.
The application layer attack targets the application itself, often appearing as legitimate traffic. It exhausts the target’s resources and creates a denial-of-service. The attack preys on the application layer (Layer 7 of the OSI model) where web pages are generated and delivered in response to HTTP requests.
HTTP flood method, for example, generates multiple HTTP requests to flood the server. These requests overwhelm the server and cause a denial-of-service. These can range from simple attacks with one URL and similar IP addresses to complex attacks using many IP addresses and random URLs.
The main challenge in mitigating a DDoS attack is distinguishing between legitimate traffic and attack traffic. For example, a legitimate surge from a product release differs from an attack surge from known attackers.
These attacks are also multi-vector. This means they use multiple pathways to overwhelm targets, making it harder to distinguish between attack and normal traffic. A layered approach, such as combining DNS amplification (targeting layers 3/4) with an HTTP flood (layer 7), requires varied strategies for mitigation.
Due to these complexities, protecting a site from DDoS attacks requires a multi-layered approach. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, having a clear plan in place for responding to DDoS attacks can minimise downtime and damage.
Finding a service specialising in DDoS solutions can be a great help, but there are layers to the mitigation process.
At Continent 8, we advocate for a ‘defence-in-depth’ strategy, where multiple layers of security controls are implemented throughout the organisation’s IT environment. This ensures that if one layer is breached, additional layers are in place to prevent or mitigate the attack.
Continent 8’s defence-in-depth, multi-layered approach includes:
Continent 8 offers the most comprehensive cybersecurity solutions equipped to meet today’s emerging DDoS threats.
Continent 8 provides comprehensive, multi-layered threat prevention, detection and response solutions to secure your organisation’s digital assets in the face of evolving cyber threats. For more information on how Continent 8 can support your cybersecurity initiatives, email sales@continent8.com or fill out our Contact Us page.
We will be at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas from October 7-10, 2024!
G2E is the catalyst for gaming – fostering innovation and driving growth by bringing together over 25,000 industry professionals, 350+ exhibitors, and offering 100+ education sessions. This event is the global hub where the entire gaming industry comes to get business done.
Visit us at Booth 4235 to explore the full potential of Continent 8’s solutions. Our executive, sales, and product teams will be on hand throughout the show to discuss how we can help meet your business needs.
Get in touch via sales@continent8.com or complete the form here.
Continent 8 Technologies’ Regional Sales Directors, Jerad Swimmer and Jamie Garcia, and Principal Solutions Architect, Anthony Engel, recently attended the TribalNet 2024 Conference and Tradeshow.
At the booth, they were showcasing Continent 8’s multi-layered cybersecurity solutions designed to support tribal casinos and their cybersecurity programs.
Jamie Garcia and Jerad Swimmer at TribalNet 2024
Here, Jerad, Jamie and Tony share their key takeaways from the show.
Jamie Garcia (JG): Following the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association (OIGA) 2024 event, we experienced yet another exceptionally organized and well-attended conference. It’s always a pleasure to reconnect with familiar faces, industry experts and organizational leaders, while also exploring opportunities on how we can shape, power and protect the industry together.
Jerad Swimmer (JS): Absolutely, Jamie! TribalNet was indeed a remarkable event. As one of our primary tribal-focused conferences, and a show I’ve proudly attended for many years, it provides an excellent platform for us to engage directly with new and existing customers and decision-makers who are dedicated to protecting their tribal casinos, enterprises, corporations and government organizations.
JG: Cybersecurity was a central theme at OIGA 2024, and it was front and center in most of our discussions at TribalNet as well. Artificial intelligence (AI) was a particularly prominent topic, with many attendees eager to learn about the latest trends and best practices in AI and machine learning (ML) technologies, especially in their roles for both cyber protection and cyber threats.
Tony Engel (TE): Jamie raises an excellent point about the dual nature of AI as both a tool and a threat. Cybersecurity firms are using AI to help identify risky behaviors, automate mitigation steps and assist analysts in efficient data queries. Conversely, cybercriminals are also exploiting AI and ML capabilities to launch cyber attacks – and at scale! Building robust cybersecurity programs to counter AI-driven threats can be challenging but partnering with managed security service providers (MSSPs) equipped with 24x7x365 Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and up-to-date AI, ML and threat intelligence tools and platforms is an effective strategy to combat these sophisticated threats.
JS: In addition to AI, another key focus at the event was Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT), with numerous TribalNet attendees inquiring about VAPT approaches and solutions for their organizations.
For VAPT, we advise choosing a service that can identify vulnerabilities across your entire organization, including infrastructure, networks, applications and cloud environments. A comprehensive end-to-end assessment allows you to isolate and prioritize security investments for maximum risk reduction. We also suggest regularly scheduled VAPTs to ensure a proactive and continuous evaluation and enhancement of your cyber attack surface area.
Anthony Engel and Jerad Swimmer at TribalNet 2024.
JS: As cyber threats evolve, so must our cybersecurity strategies. AI and ML will remain pivotal in cybersecurity platforms, enabling the most innovative solutions to keep the most sophisticated AI-driven threats at bay.
We also foresee the tribal gaming community continuing to expand and enhance their cybersecurity measures. We are committed to strengthening our relationships with key tribal decision makers to ensure we provide the necessary safeguards for their cyber ecosystems.
And finally, we wanted to thank all the TribalNet attendees who visited the Continent 8 booth to share their cybersecurity insights, experiences and perspectives. For those interested in continuing the discussion in person, we invite you to visit us at the Global Gaming Expo 2024 in Booth 4235 to learn more about how we can support your cybersecurity initiatives. I’m really looking forward to the event.
Book a meeting at G2E 2024: https://lp.continent8.com/g2e-vegas-2024
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. In this episode, Jerad Swimmer talks with Anthony Engel about cybersecurity challenges in the age of modern AI as cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated.
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.
A 2 de maio de 2024, a Secretaria de Prémios e Apostas (SPA) e o Ministério das Finanças (MF) emitiram a Portaria n.º 722 (link aqui). Este conjunto de regulamentos define os critérios técnicos e de cibersegurança essenciais que os operadores de iGaming e de apostas esportivas online devem cumprir no prazo de seis meses após a obtenção das suas licenças de jogo.
Em sua série de blogs, Luana Monje, Executiva de Vendas da Continent 8 Technologies, examina os mais recentes desenvolvimentos de infraestrutura, nuvem, cibersegurança e regulamentação para o recém-regulamentado mercado brasileiro de iGaming e apostas esportivas online. Em seu primeiro blog, Luana explorou o requisito de teste de penetração da Portaria 722, e neste blog, ela investiga o sistema de recuperação e backup, continuidade de negócios e plano de recuperação de desastres e requisitos de proteção de firewall em detalhes completos.
Portaria 722, Anexo IV, secção 15 – Recuperação: Na eventualidade de uma falha catastrófica em que o sistema de apostas, ou qualquer componente ou plataforma, não possa ser reposto de outra forma, deve ser possível restaurar o sistema a partir do último ponto de cópia de segurança e recuperá-lo totalmente.
Portaria 722, Anexo IV, secção 17 – Plano de continuidade das actividades e de recuperação de desastres: Uma política de continuidade de negócios e um plano de recuperação de desastres devem ser adotados para recuperar as operações de apostas se o ambiente de produção do sistema de apostas ou qualquer uma de suas plataformas se tornar inoperante.
Nos regulamentos delineados para o iGaming e as apostas esportivas no Brasil, devem existir mecanismos robustos de recuperação e continuidade do negócio para garantir que, em caso de falha catastrófica, o operador ou fornecedor possa restaurar o sistema de apostas e recuperar totalmente a partir do último ponto de backup.
A secção de recuperação do Decreto 722 explica que essas cópias de segurança devem incluir não só as informações registadas, mas também pormenores específicos do local, como as configurações de segurança e as contas de utilizador. Além disso, as chaves de encriptação actuais do sistema e um registo exaustivo dos parâmetros do sistema – quer se trate de modificações, reconfigurações, adições, fusões, eliminações, ajustamentos ou alterações de parâmetros – devem ser meticulosamente mantidos.
Entretanto, a secção relativa à continuidade das actividades e à recuperação de desastres da Portaria 722 recomenda que o plano inclua metodologias de armazenamento de dados para minimizar as perdas, documente os procedimentos de recuperação e forneça um guia de recuperação abrangente. Além disso, deve propor o processo de retoma das operações administrativas após a recuperação, adaptado ao contexto operacional do sistema.
A solução Continent8: A nossa abordagem de serviços multifacetados oferece aos operadores e fornecedores o caminho ideal para a recuperação e continuidade do negócio no caso de um incidente ou desastre.
(O webinar está disponível em inglês e espanhol)
Portaria 722, Anexo IV, secção 31 – Firewall: Todas as comunicações, incluindo o acesso remoto, devem passar pelo menos por uma firewall aprovada a nível da aplicação.
Uma firewall eficaz actua como guardiã da rede, analisando meticulosamente todas as comunicações de entrada e saída para impedir o acesso não autorizado e potenciais ameaças. A comunicação da firewall do Decreto 722 sugere que a firewall seja colocada na junção de diferentes domínios de segurança, garantindo que não exista nenhum caminho de rede alternativo que possa contornar a firewall. Apenas as aplicações essenciais relacionadas com o funcionamento da firewall são autorizadas a residir no dispositivo e o acesso é restringido a um número limitado de contas de utilizador, principalmente administradores de rede ou de sistemas. Estas firewalls devem analisar todas as comunicações de entrada e saída, garantindo que só é permitido o tráfego proveniente de fontes de rede fiáveis. Além disso, controlos de acesso rigorosos, apoiados pelos mais recentes protocolos de encriptação, protegem as interações remotas com a plataforma de jogo.
A solução Continent8: O nosso serviço de Firewall inclui capacidades IDS/IPS personalizáveis. Quando combinados com o nosso serviço gerido do Centro de Operações de Segurança (SOC), os eventos IDS/IPS são enriquecidos com informações específicas sobre ameaças e ingeridos na nossa plataforma de gestão de incidentes e eventos de segurança (SIEM). Os nossos analistas do SOC podem então fornecer informações poderosas sobre o estado atual das ameaças e as actividades de perímetro de um cliente, fornecendo deteção, prevenção e respostas a ameaças conhecidas e emergentes.
Os planos de recuperação e continuidade do negócio, juntamente com a proteção da firewall, constituem um excelente ponto de partida para os operadores e fornecedores de iGaming e de apostas esportivas online que iniciam operações no mercado de jogo regulamentado do Brasil. Para uma proteção de ponta a ponta, recomendamos que os operadores e fornecedores adoptem uma abordagem holística de mitigação de riscos. Uma estratégia de defesa completa e de 360 graus inclui (ligações de produtos em inglês):
Ao fazer referência às políticas da SPA e da Portaria 722 do MF e fazer parceria com um provedor de soluções experiente e confiável como a Continent8, operadores e fornecedores podem implantar estratégias de proteção de segurança cibernética multi-defesa e multi-camadas para sua plataforma de apostas esportivas iGaming e online. Essa abordagem permite que eles cumpram as mais recentes regulamentações técnicas e de segurança cibernética do Brasil, ao mesmo tempo em que demonstram seu compromisso em fornecer ambientes e experiências de jogos seguros e confiáveis.
A Continent 8 Technologies, parceira confiável de hospedagem gerenciada, conetividade, nuvem e cibersegurança para a indústria global de iGaming e apostas esportivas online há mais de 25 anos, está ao vivo em todas as principais jurisdições regulamentadas da América Latina (LATAM), incluindo o Brasil.
Operando fora da região da LATAM desde 2020, oferecemos aos operadores e fornecedores acesso a data centers de última geração, conetividade a uma rede privada global com mais de 100 locais em quatro continentes e os melhores serviços gerenciados e profissionais da categoria para suportar os requisitos mais exigentes de iGaming e apostas esportivas online.
Descubra por que a Continent8 é o provedor de infraestrutura e segurança cibernética para os principais operadores e fornecedores da LATAM, como Betcris, Boldt, Bplay e Vibra Gaming, e saiba como garantimos a implementação perfeita de infraestruturas compatíveis e seguras para que suas operações de jogos brasileiros estejam ao vivo desde o primeiro dia.
Para obter mais informações sobre como a Continent8 pode apoiar os requisitos regulatórios e de segurança cibernética da sua organização, visite www.continent8.com/br ou contactar Luana em luana.monje@continent8.com.
In the latest edition of our Cultiv8 Employee Series, Jordan Holmes, Director of Talent Operations at Continent 8 Technologies, sat down with Sabrina Mastroianni, our Montreal-based Paralegal.
In the interview, Sabrina talks about her professional journey, her ability to align legal requirements with the company’s business objectives and how the support from the Continent 8 team and culture empowers her to tackle each new challenge and opportunity with purpose and intent.
Certainly! I’ve been practicing law for over a decade. I’ve dabbled in small to medium to large law-firm boutiques, specialising in all areas of law, including corporate, compliance and commercial – I’ve tried it all!
After serving in a law firm for several years, I decided to pursue in-house counsel, which I absolutely love. The dynamic of working within a corporation versus law firm is, in fact, very different. I am definitely a people person and enjoy holding connections with customers throughout the longevity of the business relationship. In-house counsel promotes this, and Continent 8 encourages it. I’ve been here for three years now, and I could not be happier. I love my colleagues and the relationships we build, not only with our customers and partners, but with each other.
In terms of my actual role, I streamline everything legal, from customer agreements, vendors, resellers, partnerships and everything in between.
Originally, my studies were geared towards becoming a lawyer, specifically in family law. However, after volunteering at Batshaw Youth and Family Centers in Montreal, I realised that being a lawyer, especially in family law, was not for me.
My internship at a corporate firm was a turning point, and I loved it. I ran with this, and I’m happy that I did. What I love most about my job is the opportunity to ensure internal compliance while negotiating business deals. I take great pride in navigating complex legal landscapes to make sure that our practices adhere to the law and uphold our company’s standards. Balancing legal requirements with business objectives is both challenging and rewarding, and it’s incredibly satisfying to contribute to our organisation’s integrity and success!
Perhaps what is most fascinating is the fact that no two days are ever the same. It’s the nature of our business, especially as we continue to grow at an exponential rate. The challenge lies in maintaining finesse while satisfying customer needs and simultaneously reducing Continent 8’s risks and exposure.
As a Paralegal, my role inherently encompasses a bit of everything related to the company’s core cultural values. Each project typically involves overseeing tasks from inception to completion, necessitating Genuine Care and Active Ownership to ensure that every detail is meticulously reviewed and accounted for. ‘Fine-tuning’ is often essential, calling for Purposeful Creativity at times, whether it’s collaborating on new legal terms, managing negotiations or crafting innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of clients.
Some of the new initiatives consist of a deeper understanding and awareness of ‘knowing your customers’ or KYC. The importance of truly understanding our customers not only allows Continent 8 to provide white-glove support but also mitigates our risk. We’re 100% committed to this process and procedure.
Yes – I can go on forever! I have had my fair share of corporate cultures, executives and colleagues over my professional career – I am seasoned in my field of expertise. As I’ve often said, working at Continent 8 has been, and continues to be, an extraordinary journey both professionally and personally. I am grateful to be a part of this amazing team and am appreciative of the challenges, the successes and even the occasional hurdle because we always find a way to lean on each other and make the most out of each and every opportunity.