Podcasts about igaming

Ep. 183 features Tom Lemke, founder of Savage Tech, the world's first true gamified retention engine for the iGaming industry. Hear him discuss: His review of the recent SBC Summit conference in Lisbon How his experience co-founding esports teams shaped his understanding of player engagement How avatars, achievements, and progression systems improve retention and customer loyalty Why being likeable is an underappreciated quality when it comes to B2B sales The importance of continuing to show up "on the circuit" at iGaming industry events and conferences Why he decided to retire from participating in industry startup pitch competitions Lessons learned from Adar Ziv, the self-proclaimed "Chief Linkedin Officer" His experience having just closed a seed round, and the importance of smart money over just money How Savage Tech is approaching localization for markets like Asia, Brazil, and Africa   Catch the video version of this episode here.   Learn more

With Brazil's new legal framework enforced this year, the country is poised to become one of the world's largest gaming markets. Player protection has become a top priority, leading to a wave of new guidelines, regulations, and proposals that are reshaping the industry.In this episode of iGaming Daily, host Fernando Noodt is joined by Elisa Marcante and Ana Maria Menezes, from SBC Notícias Brasil, to break down the most critical developments.Join us as we discuss:Protecting Underage PlayersSupreme Court Game-ChangerNew Leadership at the Supreme CourtThe Fight Against Match-FixingNational Congress on Sports IntegrityKey Takeaways from SBC SummitTune in for an in-depth analysis of Brazil's dynamic and rapidly evolving iGaming landscape.Relevant links:https://sbcnoticias.com/br/estatuto-da-crianca-eca-apostas-ilegais/ https://sbcnoticias.com/br/posse-fachin-stf-impacto-bets-loterias/ https://sbcnoticias.com/br/mf-apoia-pl-contra-apostas-lances-individuais/ Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Elisa Marcante & Ana Maria Menezes Producer: James RossEditor: James RossSecure your spot to join Optimove for an exclusive sweepstakes industry breakfast at G2E on October 7th in Las Vegas! Network with industry leaders and gain key insights while enjoying great conversation. Click HereiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

Is the UK gambling industry heading for inevitable tax rises under the Labour government? As the Labour Party Conference gets underway, speculation is mounting that the sector will be targeted to fund the scrapping of the controversial two-child benefit cap.In this episode of iGaming Daily, join host Charlie Horner as he discusses the political landscape with SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye and iGaming Journalist Christian Lee, as the trio explore the significant pressure on the Labour leadership to announce headline-grabbing policies to combat rising child poverty, and why gambling has become linked to this high-profile issue.We'll break down the latest developments, including:The Letter from 101 Labour MPsLabour Conference InsightsThe Two-Child Benefit CapBudget SpeculationIndustry Prepares for "Worst-Case Scenario"External Political PressuresTune in for an in-depth analysis of the political manoeuvres and economic realities shaping the future of UK gambling regulation.Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Ted Orme-Claye & Christian LeeProducer: James RossEditor: James RossSecure your spot to join Optimove for an exclusive sweepstakes industry breakfast at G2E on October 7th in Las Vegas! Network with industry leaders and gain key insights while enjoying great conversation. Click HereiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Optimove's Director of Sales Jeff Laniado as the pair explore the surge in US sweepstakes, strategies for sustainable player retention, and how operators can turn early engagement into long-term loyalty.Tune in to today's episode to find out:Why sweepstakes are one of the hottest growth markets in the US gambling sector.How the first 48 hours after player acquisition are critical for long-term retention.Strategies for creating dynamic, personalised welcome journeys for new players.The role of gamification and milestone recognition in building lasting player loyalty.What the future holds for the sweepstakes sector amid evolving regulation and market diversification.Host: Charlie HornerGuest: Jeff Laniado Producer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldSecure your spot to join Optimove for an exclusive sweepstakes industry breakfast at G2E on October 7th in Las Vegas! Network with industry leaders and gain key insights while enjoying great conversation. Click HereiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Editor-At-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC Noticias Business Journalist Damian Martinez to unpack Spain's Q2 2025 gambling results, regulatory pressures, and what lies ahead for the market.Tune in to today's episode to find out:How Spain's gambling industry performed in Q2 2025 across all key verticals.What trends in deposits, withdrawals, and marketing spend reveal about player behaviour.Why the government is pushing for AI-driven risk detection systems.How Melilla continues to attract iGaming operators despite national restrictions.Whether 2025/2026 could be remembered as a Renaissance period for Spanish gambling.Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Ted Menmuir & Damian MartinezProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldSecure your spot to join Optimove for an exclusive sweepstakes industry breakfast at G2E on October 7th in Las Vegas! Network with industry leaders and gain key insights while enjoying great conversation. Click HereiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

Get ready for an insightful conversation about the evolution of affiliate marketing from the operator perspective to the affiliate side. Tero Paivarinta, Business Development Lead at humbl.ai joins host Lee-Ann Johnstone to share his fascinating journey from iGaming customer support in 2006 to becoming a key figure in affiliate relationship management. With nearly two decades of industry experience, Tero reveals how data transparency is revolutionising partnerships and why authentic relationships remain the cornerstone of successful affiliate programs.Talking points include:How humbl.ai's data platform is cutting through industry misinformation by providing accurate SEO and PPC insights Why building personal relationships with affiliates goes far beyond business transactionsThe shift from chasing big-name affiliates to identifying and nurturing smaller, high-growth partnersListen to find out more about: How to identify high-growth small affiliates using month-on-month data analysisWhy paying affiliates early can accelerate partnership growth and loyaltyTero's upcoming platform developments that will further revolutionise affiliate marketing insightsKey segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct: [02:17] Tero's iGaming journey from 2006 and first glimpse into affiliate marketing[23:00] Finding quality affiliates: why the ones who find you aren't always the best[28:08] A round-up of top tips sharedOur thanks go to Mate Affiliates as this season's sponsor. Would you like to talk about sponsoring our podcast, or gaining a brand mention? Take a look here.Never miss out on FREE insights and training! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter.Send me a text with your questions

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Managing Editor Jessica Welman and SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye as the trio explore Allwyn's landmark $2.5bn acquisition of PrizePicks, what it means for US lotteries and fantasy sports, and whether this bold move can avoid the pitfalls of past Euro-US tie-ups.Tune in to today's episode to find out:How PrizePicks is being valued at $2.5bn and the structure of the deal.The immediate reactions in the US and Europe to Allwyn's acquisition.PrizePicks' unique position in US fantasy sports and its standalone strategy.The potential synergies for Allwyn in the US lotteries market.Risks, challenges, and lessons for successful Euro-US gaming tie-upsHost: Charlie HornerGuests: Jessica Welman & Ted Orme-ClayeProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldSecure your spot to join Optimove for an exclusive sweepstakes industry breakfast at G2E on October 7th in Las Vegas! Network with industry leaders and gain key insights while enjoying great conversation. Click HereiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Stephanie Trinh, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Sift, as the duo explore the escalating challenges of fraud in iGaming, from promo abuse and VIP player management to the latest identity intelligence solutions that help operators balance growth, compliance, and trust.Tune in to today's episode to find out:How iGaming fraud is evolving and why operators face more than 10 different fraud vectors today.The true cost of promo abuse and fraudulent accounts, with billions in potential revenue at stake.Why traditional “blunt force” fraud tools can stifle growth and how operators can refine their approach.How Sift's identity intelligence and player intent technology accelerates trust while protecting VIP experiences.The intersection of fraud prevention and responsible gambling, and strategies for safe, automated operations.Host: Charlie HornerGuest: Stephanie TrinhProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

Ep. 182 features Pranav Tadikonda from Pikkit, which is a social sports betting tracker that automatically aggregates bets, analyzes performance, and connects users through community and content.   Hear him discuss: • Why he and co-founder Anthony Jonikas started Pikkit after learning big tech wasn't for them • The switch from fantasy to sports betting after PASPA's repeal • How they validated the idea through real user frustrations with bet tracking • Their early decision to ban manual entry to ensure transparency • The infrastructure behind syncing 30+ sportsbooks through their in-house platform BookSync • His view on the explosion of tools in the betting category • The controversial Twitter API shutdown and their diplomatic response • Their decision not to commercialize BookSync as a B2B product for now • Their $9M fundraising journey across three rounds and now hitting cashflow positive   Catch the video version of this episode here.   Learn more

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC's Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye. The trio discuss UK political affairs, with a particular focus on the gambling pledges made at the Liberal Democrat Party Conference.Tune in to today's episode to find out:Whether the Liberal Democrats' call to double Remote Gaming Duty to 42% is realistic and what such a sharp hike would mean for the UK market.Why MP Max Wilkinson believes the gambling industry has had a “free pass for too long” and if that criticism is fair.How the Lib Dems have shaped their stance on gambling reform since the Gambling Review and what their pledges really signal.If the party's proposals truly matter given their limited influence on the Budget process.Whether the industry should be concerned about a growing political consensus around stricter gambling regulation.Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Ted Menmuir & Ted Orme-ClayeProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

Live from the show floor at SBC Summit 2025, iGaming Daily dives into one of the industry's hottest topics: gamification. As operators focus more on player retention, gamification is emerging as a powerful, 'zero-cost retention model' that can significantly reduce dependency on costly bonuses.In this episode, we're joined by Optimove's VP of Revenue, Motti Colman, and Director of Gamification, Kalev Kärpuk, to explore what makes gamification so effective.Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Motti Colman & Kalev KärpukProducer: James RossEditor: James RossiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Fernando Noodt and Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir as the trio break down the big talking points from SBC Summit 2025, including Western Europe's regulatory challenges, Italy's “big reset,” the Netherlands' struggles, and Latin America's push to avoid Europe's mistakes.Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Fernando Noodt & Ted MenmuirProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye and SBC Noticias Journalist Damian Martinez to recap key takeaways from SBC Summit Lisbon, covering first impressions, standout panels, and pressing debates on taxation, regulation, AI, and crypto.Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Ted Orme-Claye & Damian MartinezProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Managing Editor Jessica Welman and News Editor Ted Orme-Claye on day one of the SBC Summit in Lisbon. The trio preview the key panel sessions to look out for and discuss the latest developments in the US sweeps market following California's decision to ban sweepstakes.Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Jessica Welman & Ted Orme-ClayeProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

Ep. 181 features Tony Ryan from Bet Caddy, which is building the ultimate sports remote to personalize and streamline the fragmented sports streaming experience.   Hear him discuss: • How betting and fantasy sports make every game moment meaningful for modern fans • The origin story of Bet Caddy, sparked by college sports bars and basement brainstorming • How Bet Caddy delivers a RedZone-style experience for every day of the sports calendar • Using real-time notifications to surface key betting moments before they happen on TV • Drawing inspiration from Spotify's model to curb piracy through a superior experience • What they learned from their March Madness beta launch and how it shaped the product • Preparing for NFL and college football season with weekly product updates and improvements • How they racked up 25 million organic social views using short-form viral videos • Their monetization strategy combining sportsbook affiliate deals and streaming referrals • The reality of building a complex product as non-technical founders learning along the way • Why Golden State Warriors guard Pat Spencer became their first athlete investor   Catch the video version of this episode here.   Learn more

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC Noticias Editor Lucía Gando as the trio discuss Mexico's proposed “sin taxes” on gambling.Tune in to find out:Why Mexico's government is classifying gambling alongside soft drinks, tobacco, and violent video games.How the proposed 20-point tax hike could impact local operators and national stakeholders.The reactions from both Mexican industry voices and international markets.What this means for Mexico's position as Latin America's next major iGaming market.Whether higher taxes could make Mexico a lost opportunity for global operators.Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Ted Menmuir & Lucia GandoProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

The Labour Day weekend was still in our rearview mirror (although we had to squint to see it. . . ) when Absolutebet Corp announced it had been given the green light by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to get its licence to thrill for iGaming Ontario and join the province's highly competitive sports betting and online gaming market. So, we invited the co-founder and director of Absolutebet, Chen Truman, to be our guest on the latest episode of the Gaming News Canada. Truman is no newcomer to the business of gaming, having spent almost 15 years at Playtech including four years as a product manager. The other co-founder of Absolutebet, Benjamin Truman, founded Media Troopers and Red Apple Tech Group. Chen Truman covered an array of topics with us, including the lengthy registration process with the AGCO, the motivation to bring its mobile-first product to Ontario, the decision for Absolutebet to focus on igaming when it launches, and what it believes will differentiate its brand from the competition in perhaps the world's most robust legal online gambling marketplace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Managing Editor Jessica Welman and SBC Americas Senior Journalist Tom Nightingale as the trio unpack two major stories from the U.S. gambling landscape: the coordinated response from Illinois' licenced operators to the recent sports betting tax amendments, and the escalating impact of California's proposed sweepstakes ban on iGaming suppliers.Tune in to today's episode to find out:What Illinois operators are doing to offset the state's new sports betting tax hikes.Why each operator is taking a different approach and whether that could change.If operators will end up paying tax on the fees they've introduced.What the pushback in Illinois tells us about the wider U.S. gambling industry and other states considering tax increases.How California's proposed sweepstakes ban is evolving, and what it means for suppliers, affiliates, and the future of the bill.Links to articles:https://sbcamericas.com/2025/09/10/pechangas-vasquez-tribal-competition/https://sbcamericas.com/2025/09/04/california-ab831-sweepstakes-ban-amend/https://sbcamericas.com/2025/09/09/california-senate-approves-sweeps-ban/https://sbcamericas.com/2025/08/11/illinois-sportsbooks-bet-surcharge-tax/https://sbcamericas.com/2025/09/02/bet365-illinois-10-dollar-25-cent-fee/Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Jessica Welman & Tom NightingaleProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by iGaming Business Editor Joe Streeter and SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye, as the trio dive into the unprecedented strike action by the British Horseracing Authority in response to the UK's proposed tax hikes.Tune in to today's episode to find out:Why the BHA took the unprecedented step to halt fixtures and what led to the dispute.The financial and sporting impact when horse racing pauses for the first time outside Christmas Day.From jockeys to MPs, which big names stood alongside the strike in Westminster.The government's push to consolidate gambling taxes and how potential hikes could reshape the sport.From memorable wins to industry challenges, what this moment means for racing's future.Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Joe Streeter & Ted Orme-ClayeProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

This September, Frogo invites you to stand #D183 at SBC Summit in Lisbon to discover how the company is redefining the fight against fraud with intelligence, speed and a clear mission: to help businesses convert losses into profit. From September 16 to 18, Frogo's team will be on-site to present its latest platform updates - including a real-time alerting system - designed to notify teams of suspicious activity the moment it appears. Whether it's unexpected traffic, strange user behavior or subtle signals of fraud buried deep in the data - Frogo helps businesses stay one step ahead, always. Frogo at SBC Summit Visitors will get a chance to see how Frogo brings together device intelligence, AI scoring and visual forensics into one unified space. The result? A flexible, customizable solution that's already protecting companies in iGaming, e-commerce, fintech and CRM. But Frogo's presence in Lisbon is about more than tech: "We're here not just to show new features," says Frogo CEO Volodymyr Todurov. "We're here to spark a conversation about what it means to fight fraud today and how we can shift from simply reacting to risk, to predicting and preventing it. That's our mission." Where to Find Frogo Frogo will be present at booth #D183, where the team will demonstrate how its platform helps organizations reduce losses, accelerate decision-making and strengthen customer trust without adding complexity. The booth will be open to all attendees - whether actively searching for a new solution, exploring market options, or simply interested in learning more about the technology. Two activities will be available for visitors: First, those who book a demo during the event will receive simplified terms: no setup or integration fees, payment only for transactions processed through scoring and consolidated billing across multiple brands without extra charges. In addition, Frogo provides regular analytics support, including monthly reviews and reports. Second, the booth will feature an interactive challenge inviting participants to try their hand at detecting fraudulent activity. Winners will receive exclusive branded merchandise designed with an emphasis on practicality and everyday use. About Frogo Frogo is a next-generation anti-fraud product built for companies that take fraud seriously. With solutions that combine device fingerprinting, AI-powered scoring and forensic-level analysis. Frogo empowers teams to detect smarter, respond faster and act with confidence. See more breaking stories here.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media's Charlie Horner speaks with EM Group's Managing Director Kees-Jan Avis and Nordic Legal Partner Henrik Norsk Hoffmann about player fund protection in online gaming, the need for proper fund separation, and the gaps exposed by a recent Danish court ruling.Tune in to find out:Why the Hansen v DK Gambling case shows Denmark's player fund protection isn't working.How “segregated” accounts can still end up in a bankruptcy estate.Why current DGA rules create gaps that leave players at risk.How EM Group applies independent fund separation in the Netherlands.What operators must do to safeguard players and build long-term trust.Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Kees-Jan Avis & Henrik Norsk HoffmannProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

This September 16-18, SBC Summit in Lisbon will host the official presentation of Communications Hub (CommsHub). The new all-in-one communication management platform helps businesses integrate messaging services 75% faster while ensuring uninterrupted delivery through built-in backup and cascading traffic. Developed by industry veterans and now operating as a standalone brand in the RedCore business group, Communications Hub is set to change the way high-volume messaging is managed - not only in iGaming and affiliate marketing, but also in fintech, e-commerce and beyond. A New Era of Smart Messaging Communications Hub centralizes SMS, flash calls and alpha name registration into one streamlined interface. The platform provides businesses with access to an up-to-date list of verified service providers, flexible routing options and advanced analytics - all designed to reduce costs, save time and increase reliability. One of the platform's key innovations is its built-in failover and cascading traffic system, ensuring that no message is lost due to a provider outage or technical disruption. "We built a Communications Hub to take the uncertainty out of messaging," said Viktoriia Yefimenko, CEO, Communications Hub. "Our mission is simple: make integration fast, delivery reliable and management effortless." 75% Faster Integration The launch announcement comes with a headline figure: Communications Hub reduces the time needed to integrate new providers by 75% - from the industry standard of 35-45 days to just 10 days. For fast-moving industries, this speed means more than convenience; it can mean seizing market opportunities before competitors do. Meet the Communications Hub Team at SBC Lisbon Visitors to SBC Lisbon 2025 will have the opportunity to see Communications Hub at the stand #D181 in action, meet the team behind it and explore how the platform can streamline their communication strategy. "SBC is the perfect stage for our launch," added Viktoriia. "It's where forward-thinking businesses come to explore new technology and we're ready to show them what's possible." Who Should Visit Communications Hub is built for any type of messages - from marketing agencies and trading platforms to online retailers and affiliate networks. The platform's combination of speed, stability and smart routing makes it particularly valuable for companies where every second and every message matters. Event Details: SBC Summit Lisbon 2025 16-18 of September Visit the Communications Hub at booth #D181 For more information ahead of the event, visit the website. See more breaking stories here.

iGaming Daily celebrates its 600th episode with sponsor Optimove in the spotlight. SBC's Editor-at-Large, Ted Menmuir, sits down with Optimove's VP of Revenue, Motti Coleman, for a special conversation ahead of the company's showcase at the upcoming SBC Summit in Lisbon.Tune in to today's episode and find out:Optimove's journey from a bootstrapped startup to the leading CRM and marketing intelligence platform.How the company proves its strength in the high-stakes online gambling sector.What Optimove will be showcasing at SBC Summit Lisbon.The power of Positionless Marketing and how it's changing the CRM game.Expectations for networking, partnerships, and growth opportunities in Lisbon.Host: Ted MenmuirGuest: Motti Coleman Intro: Charlie HornerProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In this interview, URComped CEO, Craig Shacklett, sits down with Robert Christensen, Director of Digital Gaming at Choctaw Casino, for an in-depth look at the evolving world of online gaming through the lens of tribal operations. From the launch of Choctaw's Social Casino to the nuances of Class II versus Class III gaming, Christensen breaks down complex regulatory frameworks, the rise of sweepstakes and prediction markets, and Choctaw's strategic approach to digital gaming within sovereign tribal lands. The conversation also explores how European markets have influenced U.S. iGaming development, the growing tension between traditional and gray market operators, and how data-driven personalization is reshaping online player experiences.   Topics Discussed: Robert Christensen's Role Definitions & Distinctions in Online Gaming What are Social Casinos, Sweepstakes Casinos, iGaming, Prediction Markets, etc. and how are they different? Legal and Regulatory Landscape What are Class 2 games What is IGRA and how does it work What are compacts? Choctaw's Strategic Focus Expanding mobile gaming access beyond reservation boundaries Tribal Sovereignty & Class II Gaming European Influence & Technology Partnerships The Future of Online Gaming in the U.S. Barriers for iGaming development Casino Marketing: Digital vs. Brick-and-Mortar Responsible Gaming & Industry Ethics Learn more: https://trio360.vip/inside-tribal-igaming-choctaws-digital-strategy/

Ep. 180 features Zach Wick from BtrBet, which is a SaaS platform offering a white-labeled tool stack for sports betting creators to manage content, engage audiences, and monetize their communities.   Hear him discuss: • How legal sports betting in Ohio sparked his idea to build a personal betting tracker • The pain points of spreadsheets and the inspiration behind automating bet syncing and analysis • The evolution from a consumer app to a full-stack community tool for content creators • How BtrBet users are building engaged communities on their own branded domains • The business model built around tool subscriptions, with creators keeping 100% of their affiliate revenue • One creator's story of hitting nearly $1,000 MRR within one week of launching on BtrBet • Key lessons from joining Stripe as employee ~250 and watching it grow to over 8,000 people • Why BtrBet is bootstrapped, and how they're nearing profitability solely through revenue • The challenges of running a lean two-person startup and what he wishes he knew before founding   Catch the video version of this episode here.   Learn more

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Notícias business journalist Ana Maria Menezes is joined by IMGL legal expert Caio Loureiro to examine the intricacies of the Brazilian iGaming market.Tune in to today's episode to find out:Why the Supreme Court is reviewing restrictions on state lotteries and what could changeWhether municipalities will be allowed to legally run their own lotteriesIf municipal lotteries operating today are actually legal or notWhy Brazil is shifting focus from online betting to land-based casinosWhen, and if land-based casinos might finally be approvedHost: Ana Maria MenezesGuest: Caio Loureiro Producer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

Maksym Tkach, Chief Technology Officer at Frogo, sits down with us to discuss the company's breakthrough innovations in fraud prevention. From solving the hardest latency challenges in real-time detection to building a scalable, cloud-native architecture with Go and microservices, he shares how Frogo became the trusted partner for high-risk industries like fintech and iGaming. What's the biggest technical challenge you solved while building Frogo's real-time fraud detection engine? That's a great question. The single biggest challenge was resolving the fundamental conflict between detection complexity and real-time performance. Our clients, especially in fintech and iGaming, need to evaluate dozens, sometimes hundreds of data points and rules in a single transaction. But they also have strict SLAs, often under 500 milliseconds, because any added latency directly costs them money in lost conversions or rejected transactions. Doing both seemed impossible. Our breakthrough came when we broke the problem down into two parts: rule orchestration and data retrieval. For rule orchestration, we found that standard sequential rule engines were too slow. Many rules could be run in parallel, but some depended on the output of others. To solve this, my team and I designed a proprietary dependency graph execution engine we call 'LTee'. It stands for Layered Tree. Before processing a transaction, LTee analyses the entire rule set and organises it into layers. Layer 1 contains all independent rules that can be executed in parallel immediately. Layer 2 contains rules that depend on Layer 1's results, and so on. This model allows us to achieve maximum parallelisation while respecting data dependencies. In the worst case, it runs sequentially but for most transactions, it dramatically reduces execution time. For data retrieval, the bottleneck was calculating complex aggregations on the fly, for example, 'What's the 95th percentile of this user's transaction amount over the last 7 days?'. Querying a traditional database for this during a transaction is a non-starter for our latency budget. So, we made a strategic trade-off. We use Aerospike as a specialised time-series aggregation store. We pre-calculate and store metrics like standard deviation, percentiles and averages across various time windows and granularities. It consumes more storage, but it turns a computationally expensive query into a simple, sub-millisecond key-value lookup. For high-cardinality counts, like 'how many distinct devices has this user logged in from?', we use the proprietary approach algorithm to get near-instant, memory-efficient estimates. By combining these solutions, we turned our engine from a sequential process into a highly parallelised system fueled by pre-computed data. The result was a reduction in our p99 latency from over 5000ms to under 300ms, even with complex rule sets. This didn't just meet our SLAs; it became our core competitive advantage and allowed us to win major clients who had previously found other systems to be too slow. Why did you choose Go and a microservice architecture, and how has it shaped Frogo's scalability? This was a foundational decision driven by our need for performance, reliability, and developer velocity. For the language, we chose Go for three specific reasons: 1. Exceptional Concurrency for Our Workload: Fraud detection is an I/O-bound problem. For a single API call, we might need to fetch user data from Aerospike, check a device fingerprint, and query a 3rd party service simultaneously. Go's goroutines are lightweight and perfect for this. We can fire off thousands of concurrent operations efficiently, which is key to keeping our latency low. A language with heavier threads, like Java, would have been far less resource-efficient for our specific use case. 2. Performance and Simplicity: We adhere to the KISS principle. Go is simple to read and write, which speeds up onboarding for new engineers and reduces bugs. Critically, i...

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by Oliver Lietz, CEO of nanocosmos, as the pair explore how nanocosmos has shaped real-time video streaming for the iGaming industry.Tune in to today's episode to hear:How nanocosmos grew from a 1998 startup into a pioneer of real-time streaming for iGamingThe iGaming use cases that rely on live streaming, from live casino to sports betting and moreWhat actually happens behind the scenes of a real-time streaming platformThe biggest challenges of delivering smooth, reliable, 24/7 live video around the worldThe innovations and trends shaping the future of streaming in iGamingHost: Fernando NoodtGuest: Oliver LietzProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

iGaming Daily's Road to Lisbon continues as iGaming Business Editor Joe Streeter is joined by John Wright, CEO of StatsDrone, to explore the challenges and opportunities in the affiliate landscape.Tune in to today's episode to find out:What does the future hold for the affiliate sector?Insights into the US market: opportunities and challengesWhy multimedia is key to affiliate growth and engagementThe positives and negatives of affiliates on the stock marketThe next big verticals and markets to watchJoin John at SBC Summit Lisbon for the panel:The Future of Affiliation: Reinvention, Resilience, and Relevance  This session brings together our Affiliate Leaders to explore how the model is evolving, where innovation is coming from and whether the affiliate landscape of tomorrow will look anything like today.Host: Joe StreeterGuest: John WrightProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

This week, Lee-Ann Johnstone sits down with Paul Puolakka, CMO of Mr. Gamble, who brings a rare dual perspective to affiliate marketing having worked extensively on both the operator and affiliate sides. Fresh from burnout in telecoms to becoming one of iGaming's most respected voices, Paul shares unfiltered insights on what separates thriving partnerships from those that crash and burn. This isn't your typical "build trust and communicate" advice—Paul digs into the tactical realities of partnership management, from handling payment delays to spotting red flags before they destroy relationships. Whether you're an affiliate manager struggling to retain top partners or an affiliate wondering why your best partnerships keep falling apart, this episode delivers the hard-won wisdom you need to build partnerships that actually last.Talking points include:Why ownership and transparency beat over-promising every time—and how to implement this practically.The critical metrics affiliates track that operators often ignore (and why this knowledge gap kills partnerships).Why face-to-face meetings remain irreplaceable in an increasingly digital industry.Listen to find out more about:How to spot the early warning signs that a promising partnership is about to collapse.Why affiliate managers need to understand their entire conversion funnel, not just their own department.The three key factors that make affiliates choose to stick with operators long-term.Key segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct: [05:04] The trust-breakers: What instantly destroys affiliate partnerships and why shaving commissions is relationship suicide.[18:04] The click paradox: Why operators obsess over FTDs but ignore what happens after affiliates deliver quality traffic.[24:06] The founder factor: How small operators with hands-on leadership often outperform larger corporate machines.Our thanks go to Mate Affiliates as this season's sponsor. Would you like to talk about sponsoring our podcast, or gaining a brand mention? Take a look here.Send me a text with your questions

iGaming Daily's Road to Lisbon series continues as SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye sits down with Alex Roberts, Director of Policy at the Betting and Gaming Council. Together, they unpack the UK government's shifting stance on the gambling black market and what it means for the industry moving forward.Tune in to todays episode and find out:What are the most efficient policies and best practices for the regulated industry to respond to the risk of the black market?What key indicators should operators and regulators alike look out for that suggest a customer might be moving to unlicensed sites?Do certain industry practices, like customer account limits, unintentionally push players to the black market?How much of a role do white-label partnerships and affiliate platforms play in promoting unlicensed activity to UK customers?Is there a risk that warnings about the black market are falling on deaf ears among politicians, and what can the industry do to better collaborate with the government?Join Alex at SBC Summit Lisbon for the panel: Does offshore always mean dangerous? - Player protection in black and grey markets How can regulated operators from across the world come together to educate their customers to be wary of the dangers that exist within a grey or black market? Host: Ted Orme-ClayeGuest: Alex RobertsProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's bonus episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Louise Mouton, SBC's Director of Relationships (Europe), and Lucía Mouriño, SBC's VP of Relationships (LATAM). Together, they pull back the curtain on the SBC Relationships Team as they discuss their role in attracting high-quality attendees, creating a positive event experience, and highlighting what you won't want to miss as we count down to the greatest show in gaming.Don't miss out, GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!!!Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Louise Mouton & Lucía MouriñoProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Director Martyn Elliott is joined by SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye and Business Journalist Viktor Kayed (SBC News & Lottery Daily). The trio discuss Spelinspektionen's failure to meet Sweden's gambling channelisation target, as well as recent changes at Belgium's Kansspelcommissie, exploring what these developments mean for the country's gambling sector.Tune in to today's episode to find out:Why Sweden has missed its 90% channelisation target and what this means for the market's credibility.The key liabilities Spelinspektionen has admitted and how industry stakeholders have reacted.Whether the Swedish Riksdag could push for fresh protections or reforms in the coming review.How Belgium's King's Decree is reshaping gambling governance and why the new appointments matter.If developments in Sweden and Belgium signal that regulators are ready to change direction.Host: Martyn ElliottGuests: Ted Orme-Claye & Viktor KayedProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

Ep. 179 features Ryan Murphy of SharpSports and Vijay Dewan from Pine Sports, who sit down to talk through their recent merger to form the new Pine Sports, a full-stack sports data and AI company serving both bettors and B2B partners.   Hear them discuss: • The origin story and strategic rationale behind the Pine Sports and SharpSports merger • How mutual investor Chris Grove sparked the deal by introducing the two founders • How the merger combines SharpSports' B2B infrastructure with Pine Sports' consumer-facing AI tools • Why clean data pipelines are essential to powering jaXon, Pine's chat-based betting assistant • What they've learned from launching LLMs into real betting workflows with jaXon • The future of “autonomous betting” and where they see chat interfaces playing a role • How they've integrated tech stacks and restructured roles across the combined team • Their strategy to scale both the SharpSports API and Pine Sports' user base • How big‑name athlete Marshawn Lynch is backing the company, and how his endorsement is boosting Pine Sports' brand credibility • Trends in how casual and sharp bettors are adopting new tooling • Why they view betting tools as an underserved and high-growth category • How Ryan and Vijay split responsibilities and stay aligned post-merger Catch the video version of this episode here.   Learn more

iGaming Daily's Road to Lisbon continues, as SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Vlad Kaltenieks, CEO of Boyle Sports, to discuss bold investment plans, the future of retail betting, high-profile football sponsorships, and how the operator is preparing for fresh regulatory and tax challenges.Tune in to find out:Why Boyle Sports is betting big on UK & Ireland despite heavy regulation and market uncertaintyThe surprising reasons retail shops remain central to their growth strategyInside their headline West Ham sponsorship deal and what it means in a post-FoS eraHow Boyle Sports is bracing for tax hikes and fresh regulatory pressure across EuropeHow the industry can tackle the black market.Join Vlad at SBC Summit Lisbon for the panel: EUROPEAN LEADERS PANEL: Old World, new way forward - how the most established brands are rethinking regulation and retention: Could a tighter regulatory landscape stifle innovation? How can operators communicate effectively with regulators, win the court of public opinion, and retain their lucrative customer bases in an increasingly global gambling arena?Host: Charlie HornerGuest: Vlad KaltenieksProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

What if your gaming bonus wasn't a one-time perk... but a revenue-generating asset?@_dsencil talks with Levon Hovsepyan of @BetConstruct about transforming iGaming loyalty with NFTs that earn.From speculation to utility.#NFTs #iGaming

iGaming Daily's Road to Lisbon series continues, as SBC's Editor-at Large, Ted Menmiur is joined by BetVictor's Director of Sportsbook & eGaming, Eoin Ryan as the pair examine the expanding role of Bet Builders in modern sports betting.Tune in to today's episode to find out:Why Bet Builders are becoming betting's most important toolHow Bet Builders are changing the sportsbook landscapeHow traders balance risk and demandThe future outlook for Bet BuildersHow Bet Builders remain compliantJoin Eoin at SBC Summit Lisbon for the panel: The Future of Bet Builders – Risk, Rewards & Tech Evolution (Stage 3 – Technology) as they explore how personalised wagers, AI-driven pricing, and real-time data are shaping the next generation of sportsbook innovation.Host: Ted MenmuirGuest:  Eoin RyanProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by Optimove's Director of Sales, Jeff Laniado, as they discuss how U.S. sports betting companies can keep NFL fans engaged and betting throughout the season.Tune in to today's episode to find out:How NFL fans bet during the season and after their team is outWhy apps and easy-to-use platforms matter for keeping playersWhat makes bettors stay loyal and what makes them leaveHow to send the right messages without annoying customersWhere the sports betting market is right now as football startsRelevant articles: https://www.optimove.com/blog/new-optimove-insights-report-reveals-77-of-nfl-bettors-plan-to-wager-in-2025-26-seasonHost: Fernando NoodtGuest: Jeff LaniadoProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager, Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Editor-at-large Ted Menmuir, and SBC Noticias Brasil Business Journalist, Ana Maria Menezes, as the trio unpack Brazil's statistical report on the activities of the Bets regime.Tune in to today's episode to find out:How the report has been perceived by stakeholdersWhether the market is heading in the right directionWhere this places Brazil in the standing of global marketsWhat the stats tell us about the types of players in Brazil's betting market.Where the SPA and Ministry of Finance has shown dynamism in protecting Bets from risksShow Links:https://sbcnoticias.com/br/relatorio-apostas-online-primeiro-semestre/https://sbcnews.co.uk/sportsbook/2025/08/27/brazil-bets-ggr-strike/Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Ted Menmuir & Ana Maria MenezesProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Managing Editor Jessica Welman and SBC Americas Senior Journalist Tom Nightingale to discuss FanDuel's partnership with the derivatives marketplace CME Group.Tune in to today's episode to find out:FanDuel's unexpected move into prediction markets, with no sports involved.How CME factors into this new frontier.Why FanDuel/Flutter believe they can be the first mover.The OCCC's objections and how other regulators are responding.Which operators are dipping their toe in the space with the NFAShow Links:https://sbcamericas.com/2025/08/20/fanduel-events-contracts-market-cme/https://sbcamericas.com/2025/08/25/nfl-prediction-markets-sports/Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Jessica Welman & Tom NightingaleProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

Ep. 178 features Trent Hoerr from BullRush, which is a gamified platform offering multi-participant competitions using virtual currency with real cash prizes.   Hear him discuss: • His early days as a professional runner turned prop trader during the 2008 financial crisis • The legal and regulatory path to proving BullRush competitions as games of skill • Why he believes traders often overlap with sports bettors due to shared analytical skills • The significance of peer-to-peer competition and restoring the social side of betting • BullRush's growth to 150,000 users across 170 countries since launching in 2023 • How he bootstrapped BullRush using profits from his previous startup • Their current NFL Survivor contest with a $100K prize pool • Why he believes BullRush can grow to 5M+ users as more bettors get limited by sportsbooks • The long-term convergence of financial trading and sports betting platforms   Catch the video version of this episode here.   Learn more

iGaming Daily's Road to Lisbon Series continues as SBC News Editor, Ted Orme-Claye, is joined by Nicole Garrett, Head of Responsible Gambling at Allwyn, to discuss all things responsible gambling and player protection.Tune into this episode to find out:The specific practices and policies Allwyn uses to protect players.How instant win games present new challenges for responsible gaming.What other gaming sectors can learn from the lottery's approach to player protection.Why a one-size-fits-all approach to safer gambling doesn't work for a company with diverse products and markets.What it truly means to "win" at responsible gaming.To hear more of what Nicole has to say, catch her at SBC Summit Lisbon on September 16 at the Stage 5 - Player Protection - Regulation stage, from 15:50 to 16:30.She'll be speaking on the panel "Positive play: re-orienting and reinforcing views of gambling," where they will discuss what tools have been most effective, player feedback on advice offered, and how enforcing positive play can future-proof player protection strategies.Host: Ted Orme-ClayeGuest: Nicole GarrettProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

iGaming Daily's Road to Lisbon series returns as SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner sits down with Winlandia Founder and Director, Matti Pekkanen to explore the future of affiliate marketing.Tune in to today's episode to find out:How the trust dynamics between operators and affiliates are evolving and whether relationships are improving or becoming strained.If data-driven transparency is changing operator-affiliate collaboration and whether that's a positive shift.How performance-based models like rev share versus CPA deals are shaping partnerships, including insights from Winlandia.The impact of AI on affiliate reliance and the potential role of third-party tools in tracking and attribution.Whether the operator-affiliate relationship needs a complete overhaul or if gradual evolution is the better approach.Want to know more? Book your tickets now at sbcevents.comHost: Charlie HornerGuest: Matti PekkanenProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

Ep. 177 is the official First Pitch preview episode, where we will meet the 5 startups selected to present at SBC Summit on September 18 in Lisbon, Portugal.   Sue Schneider, Co-founder of Defy the Odds, shares her perspective of the upcoming event, highlighting the global nature of this year's competition with finalists representing 5 different countries across 3 continents, the evolution of First Pitch, and the opportunities for all startups at the Summit.   In this episode, you will hear from the five finalists: AI Stats, Alexey Vorobey Betpass, Bruno Barroso ChatBet AI, Joshua Swerdlow LiveDuel, Will Martin Nandemo Draft Co., Keigo Namiki   SBC First Pitch brings together some of the most exciting startups within the betting and gaming industry to compete for a chance to win an exclusive prize package, valued at over €90,000 to assist in the winner's development and growth plans.   The First Pitch event is hosted by BettingStartups.com's Jesse Learmonth. Judges for the event: Martin Collins from Soft2Bet Lloyd Danzig from Sharp Alpha Dee Maher from La Royale Group Mark Phillip from Metabet Andrew Reader from Velo Capital Partners   If you don't have a ticket for the event yet, use discount code BETTINGSTARTUPSVIP for $300 off your pass. Grab your ticket here: https://sbcevents.com/sbc-summit/ticket-options/ -- This podcast is presented by Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry. Since 2012, Optimove has served iGaming Operators from startups to industry leaders. Today, 4 out of the Top 5 US Operators Personalize Player Experiences with Optimove. iGaming operators know their growth journey begins and continues with Optimove, the #1 CRM Marketing solution for the iGaming industry.  

Virginia has vastly expanded gambling over the past few years, and another new form, iGaming, was debated at a committee hearing in Richmond Tuesday morning. Brad Kutner has this report. 

Get ready for an absolute masterclass in partnership building! This week, host Lee-Ann Johnstone sits down with industry legend Moshe Adir, Founder of Vegas Kings and one of the most successful agency owners in the iGaming space. With decades of experience spanning from the early days of DOS programming to building multi-million pound partnerships, Moshe shares the hard-won lessons that separate successful long-term partnerships from quick-burn transactional relationships. This isn't your typical business chat – it's raw, honest insights from someone who's been there since the internet's first browser and has the battle scars to prove it.Talking points include:Why being "the pen AND the ink" for your clients creates partnerships that last decades, not months.The brutal truth about when to walk away from lucrative deals that don't align with your values.How staying boutique can actually make you more profitable than scaling to hundreds of employees.Listen to find out more about:The exact moment Moshe knew he'd found his calling (involving a DOS programming book in the South African army)Why WhatsApp has become his most critical business tool for managing global partnershipsHis controversial take on why "just buy traffic and get rich" is the most dangerous myth in affiliate marketingKey segments of this podcast and where you can tune in to go direct: [08:44] The North Star principle for building partnerships that last decades[24:13] The CEO stepping-down story that will change how you view leadership[30:40] Rapid-fire partnership wisdom and industry myth-bustingOur thanks go to Mate Affiliates as this season's sponsor. Would you like to talk about sponsoring our podcast, or gaining a brand mention? Take a look here.Send me a text with your questions

Ep. 176 features Reid Rooney from Betsperts Group, which acquires and builds brands with loyal, engaged communities in fantasy sports, golf, and sports betting.   Hear him discuss: How Betsperts began by exploring crypto, cannabis, and sports betting before ultimately focusing on sports betting Applying a Stanley Black & Decker “multi-brand” mindset to execute a roll-up strategy in sports media How he was able to partner up with Matthew Berry and Paige Spiranac Mapping out a portfolio that includes 4for4, Dynasty League Football, Bleacher Nation, and Fantasy National Why a strong, engaged community is the non-negotiable of any acquisition target Avoiding quick changes after an acquisition to protect brand loyalty and customer retention Structuring deals with flexible mixes of cash, equity, and earnouts to align incentives Raising over eight figures in capital from top U.S. and international investors Managing founder burnout, embracing therapy, and making time to celebrate wins Short- and long-term growth ambitions, including positioning for iGaming in the U.S.   Catch the video version of this episode here.   Learn more