GANHEI Renews Sportsbook Technology Partnership with FIRST.bet in Brazil

by Dimitri Dimitrov Published on August 6, 2026
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Partnership announcement graphic featuring Raúl Oliveira (CEO of GANHEI.bet) and Tom Light (Founder & CEO of FIRST.bet).
Key Takeaways
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Renewed Partnership — GANHEI has officially extended its partnership with FIRST.bet to power its sportsbook operations in Brazil
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Managed Platform Features — The solution incorporates competitive odds, pre-match and live betting markets, localized trading, and high-volume performance capabilities
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Market Expertise — FIRST.bet already supports a broad portfolio of operators across Brazil, providing proven stability under intensive peak traffic and regulatory conditions
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Growth and Retention — The collaboration aims to enhance customer experience, attract new players, and support long-term business growth in a highly competitive market

Fully Managed Platform Continues to Power Brand’s Offerings in Brazil’s Regulated Market

GANHEI has renewed its partnership with FIRST.bet, bringing the sportsbook technology provider back as the brand’s official sportsbook partner as it continues to strengthen its sports betting offerings within Brazil’s regulated market. Under the renewed agreement, GANHEI will continue utilizing FIRST.bet’s fully managed sportsbook platform, combining competitive odds, extensive pre-match and live betting markets, localized trading, and the performance required to support Brazil’s high-volume betting environment.

Tailored Technology for the Demands of the Brazilian Market

Designed to support high-volume environments, FIRST.bet’s platform has been tested under real operating conditions to handle peak traffic, intensive live betting activity, and complex regulatory demands. The partnership enables GANHEI to tailor the sportsbook experience directly to its own brand while relying on FIRST.bet for the underlying technology, trading services, and operational support.

Tom Light, Founder and CEO of FIRST.bet, described Brazil as one of the world’s most demanding sportsbook markets, where users look for fast performance, competitive odds, and deep live betting options. He highlighted that GANHEI’s familiarity with the platform and decision to return demonstrates trust in the technology, emphasizing his team’s commitment to supporting GANHEI’s competitive success.

Raul Oliveira, CEO of GANHEI, stated that the operator recognizes what Brazilian players demand, specifically platform stability, competitive pricing, speed, and robust live betting tools. Having partnered with FIRST.bet previously, Oliveira noted the proven quality of both the technology and its team, adding that the renewed collaboration supplies the necessary flexibility and features to elevate the player experience and drive future growth.

Supporting Future Expansion

The renewed collaboration is intended to strengthen GANHEI’s competitive edge in a market where product quality directly dictates player acquisition, user retention, and long-term business scale. By leveraging FIRST.bet’s robust infrastructure, GANHEI is well-positioned to meet evolving consumer expectations across Brazil’s rapidly expanding digital entertainment landscape.

Dimitri Dimitrov

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Tom Light, Founder and CEO of FIRST.bet · Official Body Primary
"Brazil remains one of the most challenging sportsbook markets globally, where players expect competitive odds, fast performance, and a comprehensive live betting experience. GANHEI already knows the platform well, and their decision to return reflects confidence in the technology we have developed. We remain focused on helping GANHEI compete successfully in the market."
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