Global Symposium on Racing Speaker: Karl Begg
Karl Begg is the Chief Technology Officer at Global Tote, where he leads the modernisation of wagering infrastructure across digital, retail, and tote systems worldwide. With more than a decade of experience delivering large-scale racing and wagering technology, Karl oversees the evolution of the GT X Digital platform, Quantum Tote, and the global network that connects operators across the US, Europe, LATAM, and Asia.
Karl’s work centers on transforming legacy wagering environments into cloud-native, highly available ecosystems built for speed, reliability, and regulatory confidence. He is responsible for guiding Global Tote’s end-to-end technology strategy, from internet-connected terminal hardware and encrypted device management, to low-latency data distribution, API-driven integrations, and multi-jurisdiction compliance frameworks. A strong advocate for regulator engagement, Karl focuses on helping regulators adapt to modern cloud realities, including virtualized device presence, secure remote operations, and enhanced audit transparency.
Under his leadership, Global Tote is advancing a unified global architecture that reduces operational risk, simplifies product deployment, and unlocks new commercial opportunities for racing and wagering partners. Karl has played a pivotal role in driving major migrations, platform consolidations, and the rollout of scalable wagering solutions for some of the world’s most active racing markets.
Driven by a commitment to innovation, resilience, and operational excellence, Karl is shaping the next generation of wagering technology, ensuring racing remains competitive, connected, and future-ready.