🎙 Podcast #133 with Pierre Lindh and Martin Collins, Director of Sales & Business Development at GIG In this episode of iGaming Next podcast Pierre and Martin Collins have a deep dive into GIG. Martin discusses the impressive growth of GIG, with a 10x market cap increase in just three years. The conversation also covers the future splitting of GIG into two separate companies, as well as the acquisition of Sportnco. Martin also delves into the opportunities available for GIG in North America...
Mar 14, 2023•50 min•Ep. 133
🎙 Podcast #132 Pierre Lindh and Dylan Slaney, Executive Vice President & CEO at Light & Wonder Pierre and Dylan delve into the Q1 report on iGaming from the perspective of industry experts. The discussion then turns toward the expectations of Authentic Gaming in North America and Light & Wonder's key markets. Dylan discusses the GGR and how it looks outside of the US and predicts what the US market will look like in the next 5 years. They also debate the differences between land-bas...
Mar 10, 2023•46 min•Ep. 132
KSA fine reaction NEXT NYC'23 Day 1 recap The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news...
Mar 09, 2023•37 min
Flutter results reaction Australian market analysis …and much more! The iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming and a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news...
Mar 02, 2023•38 min
- Kambi product passes World Cup “stress-test” as Penn termination fee boosts Q4 financials - World Cup helps Better Collective deliver record number of NDCs in Q4 2022 - Catena Media revenue grows 15% in Q4 as AskGamblers sale frees up funds for M&A - Raketech reports all-time high revenue in Q4 2022 amid triple-digit growth from US The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by ...
Feb 23, 2023•47 min
🎙 Podcast #131 Pierre Lindh and Magnus Andersson In this video, Pierre sits down with Magnus Andersson and covers a range of topics related to the gaming industry. They begin by sharing their experiences at ICE London 2023. They also discuss Pragmatic Play and their recent statement at ICE, followed by a comparison of Evolution and its competitors. Pierre and Magnus then highlight some of Evolution's new games, including Funky Time, and provides an overview of Evolution’s annual report and thei...
Feb 21, 2023•52 min•Ep. 131
- FanDuel and DraftKings approach OSB duopoly with 74% combined market share - World Cup marketing investment pays off for Betsson as Q4 2022 caps record year - Kindred Group sets aside £7m for UK fine as disappointing Q4 leads to cost cutting - GiG hails record Q4 as CEO unveils ambitions for acquired AskGamblers brand -GiG set to separate media division from platform business to drive shareholder value The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET ...
Feb 16, 2023•45 min
🎙 Podcast with Ryan Bulter and Zach Doctor, Co-founder & CEO of WagerWire Join them for an in-depth look at WagerWire, a leading online sports betting platform. In this video, we'll explore WagerWire's partnerships and social media strategy, as well as its focus on educating new players. We'll also discuss the future of sports betting in North America and what we can expect in the next five years. Don't miss out on this informative and exciting video! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:35 - Wager...
Feb 16, 2023•28 min
🎙 Podcast: Michael Pedersen and Jamie Shea, CMO at Strive Gaming Jamie has been in gaming since 1994 working for the Venetian, Hard Rock and Caeasars to name a few, then IGT, Draftkings for four years and now CMO for Strive Gaming. We speak about the current state of the US market from a marketing perspective and deep dive into the two sides of player eduction in the US: Learning how to bet and how we ensure players keeps it fun and responsible. Timestamps: 00:00 - Sponsors 00:36 - Introduction...
Feb 14, 2023•1 hr 3 min
- US Special with iGaming NEXT Editor Ryan Butler - iGaming bills in New York an Illinois - Latest sports betting developments in Texas (and other states) - Recap of recent earnings The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to ...
Feb 09, 2023•31 min
🎙 Podcast with our host Heidi Lofthus and Mark Grech, People and Organisation Consulting at PwC Malta: Mark is HR consultant from PwC Malta and presents findings from the 2022 HR Pulse Survey. This survey looked into identifying the key HR challenges being faced by local organisations and to gain insight on the priorities for people management going forward. We cover an in-depth view on the results of iGaming respondents with a focus on Employer Branding and innovative HR practices, as well as ...
Feb 07, 2023•39 min
🎙 Podcast #130 Pierre Lindh and Simon Lidzen, Co-Founder and CEO of Fast Track Pierre Lindh and Simon Lidzen delve into the world of AI technology and its impact on various industries and professions. Discover the staying power of ChatGPT and AI tools, explore emerging AI-based careers, and learn how AI can empower individuals. Get valuable insights into the future of AI and the opportunities and challenges it presents in this informative video and much more. ABOUT SIMON LIDZEN: Simon is a spec...
Feb 03, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 130
- CEO Itai Pazner to leave 888 with immediate effect amid Middle East compliance failures - Evolution reports full-year EBITDA of €1bn - ICE 2023 preview and destination The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their ...
Feb 02, 2023•40 min
🎙 Podcast # 129 Pierre Lindh and Max Trafimovich, CCO, SOFTSWISS In this video, Pierre and Max Trafimovich discuss the most crucial criteria influencing operator projects' Retention and LTV. Speakers also take a closer look at the products, tools, and strategic approaches that will help casinos and sportsbooks increase their key KPIs in 2023. ABOUT MAX TRAFIMOVICH: Max Trafimovich has been actively participating in the extraordinary growth of SOFTSWISS from a rising tech star to an acclaimed in...
Feb 02, 2023•37 min•Ep. 129
🎙 Podcast #128 With Pierre Lindh and Tomash Devenishek, CEO & Founder of Kero Sports In this podcast, Pierre Lindh sits down to speak with Tomash Devenishek CEO&Founder of Kero Sports to dive into the world of micro-betting. They explore the potential of micro-betting as a product, Kero Sports' plans for global expansion, and the role of social interaction in the industry. Learn about effective start-up strategies, the importance of a strong pitch deck, and the challenges and considerat...
Jan 31, 2023•45 min•Ep. 128
- The three musketeers are back: Introducing Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen - Gambling Commission clamps down on “repeat failures” at Intouch Games with £6m penalty - Conor’s Corner: Regulatory fines can no longer be seen as simply the ‘cost of doing business’ - Las Vegas Sands pledges $5bn towards “transformational” New York casino if bid proves successful - Tipsters forecast disappointing Q4 for UK operators amid poor World Cup results The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a wee...
Jan 26, 2023•47 min
🎙 Podcast # 127 With Pierre Lindh and Hugh Casey, CPO of Bad Hombre Gaming In this video Pierre and Hugh Casey offer a comprehensive overview of the crypto casino industry, starting with an introduction to the topic and an overview of Hug and Bad Hombre Gaming. It delves into the comparison of traditional fiat gambling and the unique features of crypto gambling, as well as an analysis of the reputation of the industry. The video also covers current trends and strategies for success in the crypt...
Jan 26, 2023•51 min
Spotlight session with Yolo Investments' Tim Heath, Julian Buhagiar, and Steve Tsao In the debut episode of "Yolo Uncovered," Pierre Lindh sits down with Tim Heath, Julian Buhagiar, and Steve Tsao of the Yolo Investments to discuss their expectations and opportunities for 2023, as well as reflect on the challenges and lessons learned from the previous year. Tune in to learn about Yolo's investment strategy, including their predictions for the upcoming year and the impact of the current macroecon...
Jan 26, 2023•39 min
🎙 Podcast #126 with Pierre Lindh and Kim Hultman Co-founder of CasinoGrounds.com Pierre and Kim Join take a depth look at the world of gambling and streaming, a well-known figure in the industry. From the introduction to Pachinko in Japan to building a community on Twitch from scratch, this video covers it all. Listen to the night of poker legends and what makes a good slot game, as well as the memorable moments in Kim's career. We also dive into Twitch's ban policy for gambling and the current...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 126
- Special Guest Phil Pearson, CEO at WhiteLabelCasinos.com - With Jake Evans and Ryan Butler - DraftKings shuts DFS offering in Europe all of a sudden - Financial struggles lead to redundancies at exchange Operator Smarkets - Bally’s to cut 15% of US online workforce after over hiring in pandemic boom - Caesars Sportsbook fined $150k as regulators continue crackdown on marketing content The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our ...
Jan 19, 2023•44 min
🎙 Podcast with Ryan Butler and John Pappas, SVP of GeoComply In his first podcast episode, Ryan Butler has over the SVP of GeoComply John Pappas and they take a closer look at GeoComply and its role in the sports betting industry. They start off by explaining what GeoComply is and what they do, then move on to discuss the geolocation transaction report and what it revealed. They also delve into the technical aspect of geolocation and how it works. Finally, Ryan and John discuss states that are ...
Jan 19, 2023•27 min
🎙 Podcast #125 with Pierre Lindh and Dan Hannigan-Daley CEO of Sports Info Solutions Pierre sits down with Dan Hannigan-Daley CEO of Sports Info Solutions, where they will explore Sports Info Solutions. They also examine DraftKings' pivot from DFS to online Sportsbetting/Online gambling after PASPA was repealed, and the importance of vertical integration. Pierre and Dan make predictions for 2023 in the industry, focusing on Bet365 and Fanatics. They delve into the evolution of investors' views ...
Jan 17, 2023•38 min•Ep. 125
-US special with Ryan Butler! -New York 2023 numbers - Big year for bet365 - Betr's plans for Massachusetts and elsewhere ....and much more! The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, m...
Jan 12, 2023•47 min
🎙 Podcast #124 with Pierre Lindh and Angelo Dalli CEO & Founder of Umnai. In this podcast episode Pierre and Angelo speak about ChatGPT, its use cases today, and whether it could be a threat to Google in the future. They also speculate about the matrix theory, the evolution of AI, metaverse, and what we can already create with it. What changes can AI technology bring to our lives and workspace? What different AI tools can we use today? Find out in this episode! _____ This episode of the iGa...
Jan 10, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 124
- Recap of the Holiday Season - 2023 Predictions ...and much more! The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming ...
Jan 05, 2023•50 min
🎙 Podcast with Heidi Lofthus and Alasdair Lane, Client Partner & Mikolaj Jucewicz Kuzajak, Head of Leadership Development and Talent Programs Heidi Lofthus sits down with Alasdair Lane and Mikolaj Jucewicz Kuzajak to speak about how to build up and work with the leadership program at William Hill. The mix of face-to-face learning and on-demand e-learning gives the leaders in the course a variety to pick from when starting to apply their new skills. They also explain that is not only applica...
Dec 22, 2022•51 min
Michael Pedersen sits down with Mike Cooper from Trinity McQueen to speak about consumer research and customer insights, and why they are important. The macro-environment of the iGaming industry and how to have the last 2 years impacted it. The shift from linear TV to the organic content, how to better understand the consumer’s needs and much more. About Mike Cooper, Head of Betting and Gaming Insight at Trinity McQueen Mike has worked in consumer insight for almost 20 years, and now heads up Tr...
Dec 20, 2022•1 hr 13 min
We were very lucky to get Per Hellberg on the Weekly News today live. Former CEO of Catena Media , now CEO of PlayStar to discuss GiG's acquisition of AskGamblers from Catena Media. Additionally, Per explained how he managed to close a $15m investment round to his US-facing operator Playstar under extremely tough market conditions. The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a live stream held every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Jake Evans & Co...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 8 min
🎙 Podcast with Michael Pedersen and Martin Bradley, Director of MTM Sports Its no secret that our industry as a whole could do a lot better when it comes to market research and customer insights. In this podcast Michael and Martin break down all the usual barriers like costs, lengthy processes and more. And how to take customer insight data and turn that into a narrative. ABOUT MARTIN BRADLEY Martin has researched the iGaming industry for over 10 years. In that time, he has helped iGaming clien...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 12 min
🎙 Podcast #123 with Pierre Lindh and Russell Mifsud, Director & Gaming Lead of KPMG Pierre sits down with Russell to talk about iGaming trends in Europe, how the industry is holding up after the recent market crash and expectations for 2023/2024, how various companies deal with regulations, will Malta remain the capital of iGaming in the future and much more. One of the biggest questions talked about right now: What will the impact be of Bob Iger returning to Disney and what does in it mean...
Dec 14, 2022•59 min•Ep. 123
