🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #200 with Carolina Estrada Duque, Account Manager at Evolution. Carolina's story is one that will leave you in awe — despite enduring a tumultuous childhood and adolescence, she has risen above her challenges and transformed into the successful businesswoman she always aspired to be. ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:30 - Sponsors 01:23 - 200 episodes! 04:29 - Welcoming Carolina Estrada Duque 06:48 - Carolina's Life Story 10:22 - Overcoming Scarcity and Hunger 14:10 - Cult...
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 200
🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #199 with Daniel "Jungle" Man, professional poker player. Daniel "Jungleman" Cates, one of the most iconic figures in the #poker world, shares his journey and insights in our latest podcast episode. ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:28 - Sponsors 01:47 - Welcoming of Daniel Jungleman Cates 02:55 - Recent poker tournament experiences. 04:00 - "The Durrrr" Challenge" 08:27 - GTO strategies and life analogies. 10:13 - Carrot vs. stick approach and Machiavellian thinking in le...
Sep 12, 2024•55 min•Ep. 199
🎙️ Welcome to episode #15 of Vested Interest, with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig & Benjie Cherniak. Special Guests: Joey Levy - Founder, Simplebet & CEO, Betr Tomash Devenishek - Founder, Kero Sports In this special micro-betting-focused episode, hosts Benjie Cherniak and Lloyd Danzig are joined by Joey Levy, founder of Simplebet, and Tomash Devenishek, founder of Kero Sports, to discuss the future of micro-betting, the evolution of in-play and the challenges of creating innovative betting...
Sep 10, 2024•44 min•Ep. 198
This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we address Kambi and Genius Sports refuting acquisition rumors and what that means for the market. We also look into the Philippines' intensified actions against illegal online gambling, Betsson's exit from the U.S. B2C market, and RevPanda's acquisition of Leetz Media, exploring how these developments impact the iGaming landscape. 🗞 Read the full stories: - Kambi and Genius Sports deny acquisition rumours https://next.io/news/investment/kambi... - Philippines ...
Sep 05, 2024•35 min
🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #197 with Karolina Pelc, VP at BEyondPlay, FanDuel 🎧 𝗛𝗼𝘄'𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸-𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲? Karolina Pelc shares how she balanced intense workloads at a startup and being an entrepreneur while trying to have a personal life. Karolina gives us the lowdown on the inspiring journey from founding Beyond Play to its acquisition by FanDuel. Don't miss this inspiring interview with Pierre Lindh and Karolina Pelc! ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:36 - Sponsors 01:3...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 197
Catch this week’s NEXT.io Weekly News for a quick rundown of significant iGaming updates. Highlights include DraftKings' acquisition of Simplebet, enhancing its betting technology. We also cover Evoke's purchase of Winner.ro, aiming for growth in Romania, and BlueBet’s strategic exit from the US market. 🗞 Read the full stories: – DraftKings to acquire micro-betting specialist Simplebet – Evoke to acquire Romanian local hero brand Winner.ro for €10m – BlueBet exits US market to refocus on expand...
Aug 29, 2024•53 min
📰 Your go-to source for the latest in iGaming! Tune in as we bring you the hottest news and trends in the industry, featuring in-depth discussions on each topic. In this week’s NEXT.io Weekly News we are delighted to have a special guest, John Gordon , Co-Founder and CEO of Incentive Games who will guide us through the Prize Matcher launch announcement, a new daily free-to-play game exclusively on bet365. This week's sessions are brought to you by: Playson: https://playson.com/ Sponsored by: Hu...
Aug 22, 2024•42 min
🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #195 with Brais Pena, Chief Strategy Officer at Easygo. In this episode, we dive into the world of Stake 🎰 with Brais Pena Sanchez, the visionary Chief Strategy Officer. Brais takes us through Stake's meteoric rise, from its crypto casino roots to becoming a powerhouse in online gambling - trust, innovation, and strategic celebrity partnerships, like those with Drake and the UFC, have fuelled their success. Brais also shares the secrets behind their vibrant community engageme...
Aug 20, 2024•54 min•Ep. 195
🎙Welcome to episode #14 of Vested Interest, with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig & Benjie Cherniak and special guest, Erik Hession, Co-president Caesars Sports & Online gambling - Caesars Entertainment, Inc. Dive deep into the latest trends shaping the iGaming industry, focusing on the evolving build vs. buy strategies, mergers and acquisitions, and the growing interest in micro-betting. The episode features a special interview with Eric Hession, who shares insights into his career journey, ...
Aug 19, 2024•53 min•Ep. 195
Join us on NEXT.io Weekly News for a concise update on key iGaming developments. In this episode, Conor and Nico take a look at Flutter Entertainment's reported bids for Betnacional and Snaitech. This week's sessions are brought to you by: Playson: https://playson.com/ Sponsored by: Hub88: https://hub88.io/ Join Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen every Thursday at 3pm CET across all our social media channels to get the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. Be coo...
Aug 16, 2024•50 min
Join us on NEXT.io Weekly News for a concise update on key iGaming developments. In this episode, Conor and Nico analyse Thailand's draft regulations for land-based casinos, Wynn Resorts' ambitious development in the UAE, and India's focus on real money gaming companies. Nico's Five in 10 also covered the biggest iGaming stories of the week, including DraftKings' new surcharge on winnings. 🗞 Read the full stories here: - Thailand’s draft regulations set casino licence fees at €129m: https://nex...
Aug 08, 2024•40 min
Join us on NEXT.io Weekly News for a concise update on key iGaming developments. We discuss Stake's acquisition of Idealbet and its potential to reshape the betting industry. Also, we explore New Zealand's plan to regulate online casinos by 2026, aiming to enhance market access and consumer protection. Additionally, we touch on DraftKings exiting the NFT marketplace and Third Planet's acquisition of Props.com, assessing their impacts on the respective companies and markets. 🗞 Read the full stor...
Aug 01, 2024•47 min
This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we spotlight a significant legal development as a case involving player losses in Germany escalates to the European Court of Justice. We’ll explore the background of the lawsuit, where a German player is contesting significant losses, arguing that they were incurred through an operator not fully compliant with local regulations. Special Guest: Dr. Jörg Hofmann, Partner Melchers Law Firm This week's sessions are brought to you by: Playson: https://playson.com/ Sp...
Jul 25, 2024•30 min
🎙️ Welcome to episode #13 of Vested Interest, with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig & Benjie Cherniak. Benji and Lloyd explore the evolving online gambling and sports betting industry, the shift of several operators from the US market and prompting investors to seek opportunities internationally and in less regulated spaces. The episode highlights recent deals like C-15 Studio and Lync, and a case study on Betty, an Ontario-based, female-first operator led by CEO Justin Park ⏰ Timestamps: 0:00 - ...
Jul 25, 2024•52 min•Ep. 194
Tune in to this week's NEXT.io Weekly News for important updates from the US iGaming scene. We focus on Washington DC's newly competitive betting market going live, alongside significant job cuts at Penn Interactive. Additionally, we discuss the recent redundancies at Penn Interactive, examining the impact of these job cuts on the company and its employees. We explore the reasons behind the reductions and what this could mean for Penn Interactive's future strategies and market position. 🗞 Read ...
Jul 18, 2024•32 min
Join this week’s NEXT.io Weekly News for crucial updates in the iGaming industry. We cover the strike at Evolution's Georgia facility involving 500 employees, examining its causes and potential impacts on operations. Additionally, we discuss Betway’s parent company, Super Group, shutting down US sportsbook operations, exploring the reasons behind the exit and its broader implications. 🗞 Read the full story here: - Fewer than 500 Evolution employees now expected to strike in Georgia https://next...
Jul 12, 2024•37 min
Catch this week's NEXT.io Weekly News for a quick rundown of the most crucial iGaming stories. We start with eBet ending operations post-auction, discussing the implications for the industry. Then, we look at Finland's new gambling licensing system launching in 2027, exploring potential impacts on both local and international operators. We also examine Kambi's withdrawal of its 2027 financial targets, analyzing the reasons and potential market effects. Lastly, we touch on Rivalry’s recent layoff...
Jul 04, 2024•46 min
🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #193 with Leo Judkins, Wellbeing & Performance Coach, Habit Rewire. Welcome to an enlightening episode where we explore the foundational elements necessary to achieve peak performance in every aspect of your life. Our guest, Leo, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, sharing invaluable insights into the four critical pillars: Sleep, Energy, Productivity, and Stress Relief. ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:38 - Sponsors 01:54 - Leo’s Background 04:42 - Leo’s Coa...
Jul 04, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 193
🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #192 with Noah Dummett, Co-founder and CEO of Shuffle.com In this episode, Noah discusses his journey through the crypto world, including his tenure at FTX, pioneering the first Web3 online poker gambling site, and launching Shuffle.com. The conversation also covers strategies for competing with other similar business, insights on building a strong community and marketing strategies. ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:15 - Sponsors 01:11 - Greeting and Noah’s Background 06:...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 192
🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #188 with Martina Åkerlund, CEO of CallsU. Welcome to our latest podcast episode featuring the inspiring Martina, a recognized leader in the iGaming industry. In this episode, we delve deep into leadership, authenticity, and the journey of building something from the ground up. Martina shares her personal experiences, valuable insights, and actionable tips for aspiring leaders. ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:36 - Sponsors 01:31 - Highlights and Updates from the Past Two...
Jul 01, 2024•56 min•Ep. 188
NEXT.io Weekly News Live Stream 📍 Streaming across all our social media platforms 🎙️ Hosted by Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen ➔ Special Guest: Roger Tyrzyk, VP Gaming of IDnow Join us for the NEXT.io Weekly News, your go-to source for the latest in iGaming! With operators investing heavily into advertisements offline and online, this results in a significant increase in the demand for services for the sports betting industry, to keep this wheel spinning. Especially to make the onboarding of cus...
Jun 27, 2024•51 min
NEXT.io Weekly News Live Stream 📅 Every Thursday at 3 PM CET 📍 Streaming across all our social media platforms 🎙️ Hosted by Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen Join us for the NEXT.io Weekly News, your go-to source for the latest in iGaming! Tune in every Thursday as we bring you the hottest news and trends in the industry, featuring in-depth discussions on each topic. This week's sessions are brought to you by Playson and Sponsored by Hub88. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and as...
Jun 21, 2024•37 min
🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #191 with Jonas Warrer, Interim Group CEO, Gaming Innovation Group. We're thrilled to share the latest and most exciting development in the iGaming industry! In our newest podcast episode, Jonas Warrer, Group CEO of GiG Media, unveils the monumental rebranding of GiG Media to Gentoo. This strategic move marks a new era for the company, promising innovation and growth. Don't miss out on this exclusive episode where we uncover the bold steps GiG Media is taking to revolutionise ...
Jun 18, 2024•11 min•Ep. 191
This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we dive into Games Global’s strategic leap towards a $100 million initial public offering, marking a significant milestone in the iGaming sector. This episode provides an in-depth look at the motivations behind the IPO and the expected outcomes for Games Global’s market presence and operational capabilities. Additionally, we explore a related topic in “Investor Challenges OpenBet Owner’s Take-Private Deal,” which sheds light on current investor sentiments and co...
Jun 14, 2024•25 min
The duo is back! Just for this special occasion, Pierre Lindh will be hosting the Weekly News this week with Nico Jansen! This week, we’ll be diving into some of the latest significant reports from the iGaming industry. We’ll explore the latest findings from Evolution , Kindred Group plc , Kambi , and Entain . The NEXT.io Weekly News is a live stream held every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all of our social media platforms and is brought you by Playson ! The episodes are also sponsored by Hub88.i...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 1 min
This week’s episode of NEXT.io Weekly News zeroes in on critical developments within the US iGaming and betting landscape. We discuss Illinois’ proposed betting tax increase and its ripple effects on operators, as well as a significant Supreme Court case review that could reshape Florida’s gambling scene. 🗞 Read the full story here: - US operator shares tank following Illinois tax hike plan https://next.io/news/us-operator-shares-tank-illinois-tax-hike/ - US Supreme Court to review Florida bett...
Jun 14, 2024•40 min
Tune into this week's episode of NEXT.io Weekly News for an in-depth analysis of the latest legal challenges facing Evolution, a leading player in the iGaming industry. We'll be covering the unfolding developments in two major legal proceedings that could have significant implications for the company and the broader sector. 🗞 Read the full story here: - Legal bid to bind Evolution from uncovering Calcagni Report sponsors fails https://next.io/news/legal-bid-prevent-evolution-uncovering-report-s...
Jun 14, 2024•40 min•Ep. 1
🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #190 with Dmitry Belianin, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Blask. Welcome to our latest podcast episode where we take a deep dive into Blask, a revolutionary data-driven gaming start-up founded by Dmitry Belianin. In this episode, we explore Dmitry’s journey, his investment goals, and the innovative approach Blask brings to the gaming industry. ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:32 - Sponsors 01:27 - Dmitry’s Background and Experience 05:54 - Investment Goals 12:06 - O...
Jun 13, 2024•54 min•Ep. 190
🎙️ Hosted by Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen Tune in this Thursday for a special SEO and affiliate marketing episode. We are also thrilled to welcome expert guests John Wright and Ivana Flynn . Don't miss the chance to gain valuable insights from industry leaders! This week's sessions are brought to you by Playson and Sponsored by Hub88.io . 🔔 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. Join...
Jun 06, 2024•51 min
🎙️ Welcome to episode #12 of Vested Interest, with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig & Benjie Cherniak. Join Lloyd and Benjie as they dive into critical topics impacting our industry. We explore the recent tax hikes in Illinois and their effects on local businesses, the channelisation rate in the US, and the potential growth of the black market. We also discuss the consequences of overregulation and provide best practices for valuating start-up companies during capital raising. A highlight is Lloy...
Jun 06, 2024•48 min•Ep. 189
