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CISO at Evolution , Janis Lasmanis , walks through the high stakes it deals with in defending online live casinos from falling prey to attacks
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CISO at Evolution , Janis Lasmanis , walks through the high stakes it deals with in defending online live casinos from falling prey to attacks

In the high-stakes world of online casinos , where milliseconds can mean millions , trust is the ultimate currency . One company has emerged as a vanguard of the multi-billion dollar industry , led by its innovation in offering and focus on security .

Evolution is shaping the digital fortifications of this industry leader , with its Chief Information Security Officer ( CISO ) Janis Lasmanis lending his expertise to keep ahead of the attacks .
“ The dynamic nature of the online gaming industry presents unique challenges that demand innovative solutions ,” he reflects .
With Janis having worked across roles in security , he has an understanding of all the elements that make up a secure perimeter for a company .
Having begun his career as a Unix System Administrator for one of Latvia ’ s latest internet service providers ( ISP ) Tet ( formerly Lattelecom ), he developed a keen interest in network security and data protection . His time there was a testament to his talent , as it saw him rise to positions from Unix Server Administration to Project Management .
“ Such a wide experience allowed me to realise the importance of understanding both the technical and business aspects of security ,” Janis explains .
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