In the latest episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you in partnership with Optimove, the conversation focuses on the black market, and more specifically, content from a recent Summit in Manchester, UK. Joining James Ross, Multimedia Editor at SBC Media, is Viktor Kayed, Senior Journalist at SBC News and Christian Lee, Business Journalist at iGaming Expert, as the three reflect on the Black Market Prevention Summit, hosted by Deal Me Out, which the three attended earlier this week. The discussion...
Mar 05, 2025•22 min•Ep. 475
With a bumper Thursday morning in store for European gambling, as major 2024 results out of London, Paris and Amsterdam are set to dominate the news. Martyn Elliott hosts Ted Menmuir, a man whose alarm is set for 6AM sharp on Thursday as he gets ready to break down the results on SBC News as they discuss: The stern probing Entain face after the sudden and mysterious departure of CEO Gavin Isaacs FDJ’s first combined results with the Kindred Group Banijay providing the results of the rapidly grow...
Mar 04, 2025•25 min•Ep. 474
In this episode of the iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, James Ross, SBC’s Multimedia Editor, and Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, focus on the introduction of the Statutory Levy on research, education, and treatment for problem gambling and new online stake limits. They explore the implications of the changes for operators, the role of advertising in the industry and the government’s efforts to combat illegal gambling, as well as consider concerns that the established stakeholders in re...
Mar 03, 2025•25 min•Ep. 473
In this episode of iGaming Daily, Fernando Noodt is joined by Ricardo Assis, Elisa Marcante and Ana Maria Menezes from the SBC Noticias Brasil team to cover the highlights and insights from the SBC Summit Rio 2025. During the conversation, the team recall key discussions on regulation and marketing strategies, an insightful interview with the Brazilian footballer turned politician Bebeto and reflect on the importance of networking events, such as SBC Summit Rio, within the gaming industry. They ...
Feb 28, 2025•26 min•Ep. 472
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, joins Viktor Kayed, Senior Journalist for SBC News, to delve into recent breaking news from Italy and Romania. In Italy, the Senate is reviewing the Dignity Decree, which has imposed a ban on gambling sponsorships for six years, leading to significant financial losses for Italian football. Ted and Viktor discuss the potential for the new sponsorship code to revitalise the sector and consider the impact ...
Feb 27, 2025•22 min•Ep. 471
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, James Ross, SBC’s Multimedia Editor, is joined by Danny Lee, Senior Journalist for SlotBeats, and Steve Hoare, Editor of the Player Protection Hub, to delve into the controversy surrounding the video game Balatro and the implications of its recent age rating change from 18 to 12+. The trio discuss the challenges the regulators face in defining gambling in the context of video games, the addictive nature of games like Balatro and the broade...
Feb 26, 2025•25 min•Ep. 470
In this episode of iGaming Daily, SBC’s Managing Editor, Jessica Welman, is joined by Justin Byers, Senior Journalist for SBC Americas, to discuss the current landscape of lottery couriers in Texas amid some recent controversies surrounding the state’s lottery Last week, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick called for an investigation into the relationship between the Texas Lottery, couriers and retail stores as a Jackpocket-owned retailer sold an $83.5m winning ticket, while the Texas Lottery ...
Feb 25, 2025•20 min•Ep. 469
In this episode of iGaming Daily, Charlie Horner, SBC’s Media Manager, is joined by EveryMatrix’s Head of Sales for Africa, Mark Schmidt, to discuss the potential of the African iGaming market, especially in South Africa. Mark explores the market dynamic, opportunities for growth and challenges posed by legacy technology in the region, as well as explains how EveryMatrix aims to differentiate itself with innovative solutions and a focus on localised support. The conversation also touches on the ...
Feb 24, 2025•23 min•Ep. 468
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, James Ross is joined by Joe Streeter, Editor of iGaming Expert, to take a whistlestop tour of the latest iGaming news from around the world. The duo begin in Rwanda where the government has moved to significantly increase gambling taxes in the country amid increased political volatility. They explore the political and economic implications of the change and emphasise the importance of understanding the broader context of entering new marke...
Feb 21, 2025•18 min•Ep. 467
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, the show’s SEO expert, Ivana Flynn, is back to discuss the importance of brand alongside Irina Birsanescu, Marketing Director at ICONIC21, and Tara Alvarez Garcia, Founder of TYS Coaching. The trio explore the essence of branding, including the significance of personal branding for leaders, and also the challenges affiliates face in building strong brands in the iGaming industry. Later on in the episode, the conversation also touches on th...
Feb 20, 2025•23 min•Ep. 466
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Viktor Kayed, Senior Journalist for SBC News, is joined by Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, and Danny Lee, Senior Journalist for Slotbeats, to delve into the latest news from across the gaming industry. The trio begin in the Netherlands where the government will embark on a “fundamental change of course in gambling policy” as it responds to the “worrying results” of the Remote Gambling Act (KOA). They discuss the complexities of the un...
Feb 19, 2025•16 min•Ep. 465
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Fernando Noodt is joined by Lucia Gando and Ricardo Assis, Editors of SBC Noticias and SBC Noticias Brasil respectively, to discuss the significance of International Responsible Gambling Day. The trio discuss the various initiatives and challenges of implementing responsible gambling in Latin America and delve into the impact of legislation on the gaming industry in the region. Also on the agenda is the potential impact of Argentina’s prop...
Feb 18, 2025•23 min•Ep. 464
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, is joined by BetHog’s CEO and Co-Founder, Nigel Eccles to discuss the intersection of iGaming and cryptocurrency. Nigel delves deeper into the potential of crypto in the iGaming industry and highlights the importance of understanding the crypto community, as well as the need for transparency in crypto casinos. The conversation also touches on Nigel’s new venture, BetHog, the regulatory challenges of usi...
Feb 17, 2025•23 min•Ep. 463
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Joe Streeter, Editor of iGaming Expert, is joined by Ted Orme-Claye and Callum Williams from the Insider Sport team to delve deeper into the controversial marketing strategies employed by Stake and its subsequent exit from the UK market. The company fell under UK Gambling Commission investigation after the operator's association with adult film star Bonnie Blue and the conversation highlights the regulatory backlash faced by Stake and the ...
Feb 14, 2025•21 min•Ep. 462
In the latest episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Ted Orme-Claye, Editor of Payment Expert, is joined by Lucía Mouriño, SBC’s VP of Relationships LatAm, and Isadora Marcante, SBC’s Relationships Manager for Brazil, to look ahead to the upcoming SBC Summit Rio, taking place from February 24-27 at the Riocentro. The trio highlight the excitement and anticipation surrounding the event, especially as it marks the first major gathering following the launch of Brazil’s regulated online ga...
Feb 13, 2025•23 min•Ep. 461
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Martyn Elliott, SBC’s Project Director, and Joe Streeter, Editor of iGaming Expert, delve deeper into the latest news from the iGaming industry. On the agenda is Entain CEO Gavin Isaacs’ shock departure from the organisation and a potentially landmark case involving Paddy Power regarding terms and conditions that may have greater implications for the rest of the iGaming industry. Later on in the episode, the duo also discuss recent results...
Feb 12, 2025•24 min•Ep. 460
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Martyn Elliott, SBC’s Project Director, is joined by Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, to delve deeper into Superbet’s recent announcement of a €1.3bn refinancing package led by Blackstone. The duo explore the implications of this funding for Superbet’s market expansion and potential M&A activities, while also probing what future opportunities Blackstone envisions for Superbet's future growth. The conversation also touches on the ch...
Feb 11, 2025•21 min•Ep. 459
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Joe Streeter, Editor of iGaming Expert, is joined by Duncan Garvie, Head of ADR Services at CasinoReviews.com, to discuss the alarming rise of fake games in the iGaming industry. They explore how counterfeit games are created and the challenges in tracking down the developers, as well as the impact of fake games on both vulnerable players and legitimate online slot suppliers. The conversation also highlights the role of streamers and affil...
Feb 10, 2025•22 min•Ep. 458
In this episode of iGaming Daily, Jessica Welman, Editor of SBC Americas, is joined by Charlie Horner, SBC’s Media Manager, to delve into the complex US legislative landscape. The duo highlight the unprecedented number of bills introduced, which at last count is over 50, the challenges of enacting meaningful legislation and the wide-ranging influence of various stakeholders in the gaming industry. The conversation also touches on the implications of tax increases on operators, the potential for ...
Feb 07, 2025•27 min•Ep. 457
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Fernando Noodt is joined by Cristian Barbosa, Founder of InsightPlay.AI, and Christian Lee, Business Journalist for GamblingTV, to discuss how DeepSeek revelations are shaping the future of AI. The conversation explores how DeepSeek’s new model challenges existing giants like Google and OpenAI, the potential democratisation of AI technology and the implications of Donald Trump revoking the AI safety bill. Later on in the episode, the trio ...
Feb 06, 2025•23 min•Ep. 456
In this episode of iGaming Daily, Callum Williams, Senior Journalist for Payment Expert, is joined by Elton Dimech, Managing Director at Payhound, to delve deeper into the implications of the new Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation in the European Union. The duo discuss the early impacts of MiCA on the crypto landscape, focusing on compliance and stablecoins, and explore the balance between short-term challenges and long-term benefits of MiCA for crypto companies. The conversation also to...
Feb 05, 2025•18 min•Ep. 455
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Martyn Elliott, SBC’s Project Director, and Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, focus on the implications of a court ruling against Sky Bet regarding the valid consent of a problem gambler being marketed to. The duo discuss why the case has drawn such significant attention, who is calling for intervention on advertising practices and data consent and question if this will lead to any revisions or reviews of the White Paper’s interpretatio...
Feb 04, 2025•23 min•Ep. 454
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Jessica Welman, Editor of SBC Americas, is joined by Charlie Horner, SBC’s Media Manager, to explore the potential for in-flight gambling following Delta’s impending partnership with DraftKings. The duo discuss the legal and technical challenges of the proposal, public health concerns and the response from US legislators, including in Connecticut where legislators have introduced a bill allowing in-flight betting for flights originating fr...
Feb 03, 2025•20 min•Ep. 453
Dear iGaming Daily listeners, Welcome to the first episode of iGaming Daily’s limited series, Dear CEO. In collaboration with iGP. This monthly podcast feature, fronted by SBC’s Media Manager, Charlie Horner, and iGP’s CEO, Jovana Popovic Canaki, will tackle some of the biggest topics facing operators within the iGaming space and answers the key questions that keep the operator community worrying about on a regular basis. The first episode will see Jovana and Charlie tackle the topic of market d...
Jan 31, 2025•11 min•Ep. 452
Ahead of the launch of Dear CEO, a limited series from iGaming Daily, SBC's Charlie Horner speaks to Jovana Popovic Canaki, the new CEO of IGP. Jovana shares her journey into the iGaming industry, from a customer support role to leading a major B2B provider. She also delves into iGP's strategic shift to a pure B2B model and the exciting new products they're launching, including gamification features and a crypto solution. In addition, Jovana also discusses the importance of using AI for personal...
Jan 31, 2025•10 min•Ep. 451
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, is joined by Betby’s CCO, Chris Nikolopoulos, and Ricardo Assis, Editor of SBC Noticias Brasil, to examine the challenges and opportunities offered by Brazil’s burgeoning market. The trio discuss the importance of localisation and consumer awareness as well as the need for effective responsible gaming practices. They also highlight the competitive nature of the Brazilian landscape and the potential for ...
Jan 30, 2025•28 min•Ep. 450
In this conversation, renowned slot streamer Brian Christopher joins Joe Streeter, Editor of iGaming Expert, on iGaming Daily to discuss his journey in igaming from posting himself playing slots for fun on Youtube to becoming one of the most sought after slot streamers. During the episode, Christopher discusses the importance of understanding audience demographics and the significance of authenticity in engaging viewers before sharing insights into building a community through fan engagement. Th...
Jan 29, 2025•27 min•Ep. 449
Ivana Flynn, iGaming Daily’s resident SEO expert, is back for the latest marketing edition of the podcast. In this episode, she is joined by SEO Consultant Dani Leitner and Silvia Tavella, Global SEO Onsite Lead at Betsson Group, to discuss the increasing prevalence of Zero-click results. They explore the challenges and opportunities presented by these consumer behaviour changes, emphasising the need for a shift in how SEO success is measured, and also talk about the importance of producing qual...
Jan 28, 2025•28 min•Ep. 448
In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Ted Orme-Claye, Editor of Payment Expert, is joined by Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director and, making his debut on the podcast, Joe Beel, Senior Marketing Executive at SBC, to recap the key talking points from ICE Barcelona. The trio discuss the growing importance of media in the igaming industry, the potential future impact of cryptocurrency and the latest innovations in sports betting technology. Later on in the episode, the conversatio...
Jan 27, 2025•24 min•Ep. 447
In the latest episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, SBC Noticias Senior Journalist, Fernando Noodt is joined by Noticias Editor, Lucia Gando and SBC's VP of Relationships LatAm discuss the significant developments in the gaming industry for 2024, focusing on the rising interest in Latin America, particularly in countries like Peru, Colombia, Paraguay, and Chile. The trio delve into the challenges posed by new tax reforms, the implications of regulatory changes, and the overall tr...
Jan 24, 2025•19 min•Ep. 446
