“The commitment to Responsible Gaming must be permanent. Here at Cactus, we invest in technological tools, protection policies, and strategic partnerships to ensure that entertainment is always combined with player safety and well-being. We promote transparency, prevent risks, and support practices that strengthen the sustainability of the industry,” says Nickolas Tadeu Ribeiro de Campos, founder of Cactus Gaming.
It is worth noting that the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA), which regulates gaming and betting activities in Brazil, published Ordinance SPA/MF No. 1,231, dated July 31, 2024, which establishes guidelines and measures to ensure that gaming and betting operations promote integrity and player well-being. The ordinance provides directives on how to approach gaming with a focus on preventing harmful behaviors.
Awarded for three consecutive years as Best Platform of the Year by the BiS Awards and SiGMA Awards and with growing international expansion, Cactus is a Brazilian company recognized for its innovation and excellence in the iGaming industry, standing out for the development of robust, secure, and scalable solutions for operators worldwide.
All areas of the organization are committed to conscious practices and are led by executives who believe this is one of the main pillars for a market that is still in the process of maturing, as is the case in Brazil.
In this context, Nickolas Ribeiro emphasizes that consumers must be continuously educated, understanding that this activity needs to be carried out in a safe, healthy, and recreational way.
“It is essential for the gaming ecosystem to be committed to raising public awareness, promoting informative and preventive actions. We want gaming to be fun for everyone, while also providing tools and support channels for those who may need help. That’s why educational initiatives are the best allies in building a strong, conscious, and transparent market in Brazil,” adds the founder of Cactus.
Welcome to Cactus’s new CFO
At the forefront of the industry, Cactus continues to grow and expand its structure with the acquisition of a new office and the hiring of market-leading professionals for its executive team. Last month, Thiago Garrides joined the company as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Garrides’s arrival marks a new cycle of financial expansion for the company, aligned with its strengthening in Brazil and growth in regulated international markets. The executive brings more than two decades of experience in corporate finance, risk management, and treasury. In addition, he has led projects focused on operational efficiency, governance, and structuring financial service solutions.
Cactus Gaming, along with its founder, Nickolas Ribeiro, understands the importance of bringing in highly qualified professionals to offer partners world-class standards of innovation, transparency, and security. Since its foundation, the brand has been building a broad portfolio of products and services for the iGaming market, backed by the credibility of adhering to the best international practices. The arrival of Garrides reinforces this ongoing pursuit of excellence and responsibility.
“Thiago’s arrival represents an important step forward in our executive structure. We are at a moment of consolidation and international expansion, and having a CFO with his experience and strategic vision strengthens our commitment to solid, responsible management that is aligned with the challenges of the iGaming sector,” highlights Nickolas Ribeiro.
An internationally recognized and award-winning brand
Cactus’s pioneering approach has been recognized by leading national and international industry awards. The company was named Best Platform of the Year for three consecutive years in 2025, 2024, and 2023, and won awards for “Best White Label” at the SiGMA Awards and “Best Platform” at the BiS Awards.
With a presence at the world’s top industry events such as ICE, SiGMA Americas, SBC Summit, SiGMA Europe, iGB, among others, and in full international expansion, Cactus Gaming reinforces its leadership by expanding operations in Latin America, Europe, and other markets.
Source: GMB
