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In this episode, we explore the European Casino Association's efforts to combat illegal gambling, the scale of the black market, and the challenges in regulation and enforcement across the EU. Join us for insights from industry experts on tackling the illegal gambling crisis.
Key Topics
European Casino Association's initiativesScale and impact of the black marketChallenges in regulating online gamblingRole of Europol and law enforcementChannelisation rates and social media influenceEnforcement and compliance issuesHost: Charlie Horner
Guests: Joe Streeter & Patrick Killeen
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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In this episode, industry experts analyse the recent acquisition of French casino operator JOA by Banijay Entertainment, exploring its implications for the European gambling market, regulatory landscape, and industry consolidation trends.
Key Topics
Banijay Entertainment's acquisition of JOAImpact on French land-based casinosRegulatory considerations in FranceIndustry consolidation trends in EuropeOnline vs land-based casino strategiesBranding and IP in gambling industryEuropean market expansion strategiesHost: Fernando Noodt
Guests: Ted Menmuir & Jake Pollard
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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In this episode, industry experts discuss the recent implementation of financial risk assessments by the UK Gambling Commission, exploring its implications, industry reactions, and future outlook.
Key Topics
Implementation of financial risk assessments by UK Gambling CommissionIndustry reaction and concerns about regulationDetails of phased rollout and thresholds for operatorsImpact on black market and player safetyEvidence-based approach and data reliability in regulation
Host: Charlie Horner
Guests: Ted Menmuir & Joe Streeter
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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In this episode, we explore the landmark Dutch Supreme Court ruling on online gambling contracts, its implications for operators, and the broader European regulatory landscape. Join us for an in-depth analysis of legal, market, and regulatory challenges facing the iGaming industry.
Key Topics
Dutch Supreme Court ruling on gambling contractsImpact of the ruling on online gambling operatorsEuropean regulatory landscape for iGamingLegal history and context of Dutch gambling lawsMarket implications for Dutch and European operatorsPotential legal actions and consumer claimsHarmonisation challenges within EU gambling lawsHost: Charlie Horner
Guest: Ted Menmuir
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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In this episode, we explore the implications of proposed tax hikes on the UK betting industry, the political landscape influencing gambling regulation, and the future of high street betting shops under new leadership.
Key Topics
Impact of proposed 40% machine game duty taxPolitical influence on gambling regulationThe future of high street betting shopsAndy Burnham's political vision for local economiesThe role of think tanks like SMF in shaping policy
Host: Charlie Horner
Guests: Joe Streeter & Ted Menmuir
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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In this episode, we explore the recent controversy surrounding gambling advertising during the Brazil World Cup, focusing on CazéTV's broadcasting strategies, regulatory responses, and implications for the industry. Join us for insights into how Brazil's evolving regulatory landscape is shaping the future of sports betting marketing.
Key Topics
Brazil's regulated betting marketCazéTV's broadcasting strategyRegulatory response to gambling adsImpact of advertising on public perceptionFuture implications for industry marketing
Host: Fernando Noodt
Guests: Leonardo Biazzi & Ana Maria Menezes
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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In this episode, Fernando Noodt hosts IMGL's Tomas Enrique Garcia Botta to explore the future of regulation for prediction markets, focusing on Argentina and the US. They discuss legal frameworks, regulatory challenges, and the potential impact of US Supreme Court decisions on Latin American markets.
Key Topics
Legal frameworks for prediction markets in Argentina and the USImpact of US Supreme Court rulings on Latin American regulationDifferences between prediction markets and sports betting lawsThe role of provincial and federal regulation in ArgentinaPotential legal challenges for prediction markets in ArgentinaHost: Fernando Noodt
Guests: Tomas Garcia Botta
Producer: Luke Walters
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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In this episode, we explore the recent departure of Tim Miller from the UK Gambling Commission, the implications for UK gambling regulation, and the future leadership challenges facing the sector amidst a turbulent regulatory environment.
Key Topics
Tim Miller's role and impact at UK Gambling CommissionImplications of leadership change during regulatory reformsThe importance of evidence-based policy in gambling regulationChallenges faced by the UK Gambling Commission in 2024Industry concerns about regulatory uncertainty and leadership vacuum
Host: Charlie Horner
Guests: Ted Orme-Claye & Ted Menmuir
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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Is the gaming industry really struggling to find talent — or are companies simply looking in the same places?
In this episode of iGaming Daily, live from SBC Summit Americas 2026, Ana Maria Menezes speaks with Kweku Sapara-Grant, Director of External Affairs at Lotto.com and board member of African Americans In Gaming, about inclusivity, hiring, leadership and why diversity should be viewed as a sustainable business strategy.
The conversation explores how the gaming industry is changing, why younger and more diverse professionals are reshaping the sector, and how businesses can benefit from broadening the voices they bring into the room.
In this episode:
✅ Why the gaming industry needs new voices
✅ Whether companies are looking for talent in the wrong places
✅ How inclusive workplaces can improve business performance
✅ Why diversity is not separate from merit
✅ The role of AI and bias in hiring
✅ Why representation matters at leadership level
✅ How diverse voices help businesses avoid costly mistakes
✅ Why inclusivity can drive innovation and long-term growth
✅ What leaders can do to build more open company culturesAs Kwaku explains, diversity is not just a moral duty it is also a business advantage. Companies that want to innovate, reach new audiences and build stronger teams need to make sure more people are heard, seen and given the chance to get through the door.
#iGamingDaily #Inclusivity #DiversityAndInclusion #GamingIndustry #iGaming #Lotto #AfricanAmericanGaming #SBCSummitAmericas #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #GamingCareers
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How is regulation shaping the future of gaming across the US and Canada?
Live from the SBC Summit Americas 2026 show floor, this SBC Media podcast brings together a panel of North American gaming experts to discuss the biggest regulatory and compliance challenges facing the industry today.
The conversation covers fragmented state and provincial frameworks, prediction markets, sweepstakes, AML requirements, KYC, taxation, black market operators, player protection and the growing need for regulatory harmonisation across North America.
In this episode:
✅ Why North American gaming regulation is becoming more fragmented
✅ The biggest compliance challenges for operators
✅ How US states and Canadian provinces approach regulation differently
✅ Why prediction markets are dominating regulatory conversations
✅ The role of KYC, AML and player protection
✅ How operators manage compliance across multiple jurisdictions
✅ Why Alberta’s upcoming market launch matters for Canada
✅ The ongoing challenge of offshore and black market operators
✅ Why regulation is key to moving players into safer legal markets
✅ How the World Cup could expose gaps in the current systemAs new products continue to emerge and regulated operators compete with offshore alternatives, the panel asks a crucial question: how can North America create a safer, more effective and more competitive gaming market?
🔔 Subscribe for weekly iGaming news, analysis, and industry interviews.
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.
#GamingRegulation #iGaming #SportsBetting #PredictionMarkets #SBCSummitAmericas #CanadianGaming #USGaming #Compliance #AML #KYC #BettingIndustry #GamingIndustry
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The World Cup is here and for sports betting operators, it could be one of the biggest player acquisition and engagement opportunities of the year.
In this episode of iGaming Daily, live from SBC Summit Americas 2026, Fernando Noodt is joined by Jeff and Mauricio from Optimove to discuss how operators can turn huge World Cup traffic into long-term player value.
The conversation explores how sportsbooks can retain first-time depositors, cross-sell World Cup bettors into other products, personalise CRM campaigns, and use AI decisioning to deliver the right message, bonus and experience to the right player at the right time.
In this episode:
✅ Why the 2026 World Cup is a major opportunity for US and Canadian sportsbooks
✅ How operators can retain first-time depositors
✅ Why cross-selling into casino, Wimbledon, baseball and other sports matters
✅ How player behaviour changes after a favourite team is eliminated
✅ Why Latin American football passion goes beyond bonuses
✅ How operators can avoid spammy World Cup messaging
✅ Why personalisation is more than putting a name in an email
✅ How testing and measurement can optimise bonuses
✅ The difference between generative AI and AI decisioning
✅ Why the “NFLification” of World Cup betting could drive engagementWith 104 matches in a single month, operators have a huge opportunity but also a major challenge: how do you keep players engaged without overwhelming them?
🔔 Subscribe for weekly iGaming news, analysis, and industry interviews.
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.
#iGamingDaily #WorldCup #SportsBetting #Optimove #iGaming #PlayerEngagement #CRM #AI #BettingIndustry #WorldCup2026 #SBCSummitAmericas
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How did US sports betting go from the Las Vegas sportsbook to a nationwide industry?
Live from SBC Summit Americas in Fort Lauderdale, Adam Candee sits down with legendary Las Vegas bookmaker Art Manteris to discuss the history, evolution and future of sports betting in America.
With decades of experience across some of Las Vegas’ most iconic sportsbooks, Art shares stories from the industry’s early days, the creation and repeal of PASPA, the rise of online betting, the impact of prediction markets and why integrity monitoring has always been central to the sportsbook business.
In this episode:
✅ How Las Vegas shaped the modern sports betting industry
✅ Why prediction markets surprised even industry veterans
✅ The story behind PASPA and its unintended consequences
✅ How offshore betting grew during prohibition
✅ Why sportsbooks have always played a role in sporting integrity
✅ The future of AI-powered integrity monitoring
✅ What could come next for Las Vegas sportsbooks
✅ Art Manteris’ new book and decades of betting industry storiesFrom the repeal of PASPA to the emergence of prediction markets, this is a wide-ranging conversation on where sports betting has been — and where it may be heading next.
🔔 Subscribe for weekly iGaming news, analysis, and industry interviews.
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.
#iGamingDaily #SportsBetting #LasVegas #PASPA #PredictionMarkets #GamblingNews #BettingIndustry #Sportsbook #SBCSummitAmericas #GamingIndustry
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Sir Keir Starmer is out and Andy Burnham could be heading to Number 10.
But what does that mean for UK gambling? We break down Burnham's full track record on gambling regulation, from cancelling the Supercasino project to his anti-sponsorship campaigns as Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Is the online gambling UK industry facing its biggest political threat in years? Martyn Elliott (SBC Media Director) and Ted Orme-Claye (SBC News Editor) join us to analyse the warning signs, the political chaos at the DCMS, and what the industry should be watching right now.
🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE:
Starmer Out, Burnham In?
Burnham's history with gambling regulation
The Supercasino decision & what it tells us
Greater Manchester anti-gambling campaigns explained
DCMS instability: 7 Culture Secretaries since 2019
Baroness Twycross: the one voice of continuity?
What happens to UK gambling tax under a new PM?
Industry verdict: danger signs or manageable risk?🔔 Subscribe for weekly iGaming news, analysis, and industry interviews.
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.
#UKGambling #AndyBurnham #iGaming #GamblingRegulation #UKPolitics
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Artificial Intelligence is changing every industry, but what does it actually mean for iGaming marketing?
At SBC Summit Americas 2026, Fernando Noodt sat down with Shai Frank, SVP of Product and GM Americas at Optimove, to discuss how AI is reshaping CRM, personalization and the future of player engagement.
The conversation explores Optimove's "positionless marketing" philosophy and why AI is enabling marketers to move faster, make smarter decisions and create more personalised experiences than ever before.
In this episode:
✅ What is Positionless Marketing?
✅ How AI is changing CRM strategies
✅ Why human judgement still matters
✅ AI-powered campaign personalisation
✅ Journey decisioning and player lifetime value
✅ The role of ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini in marketing
✅ Why there are no AI "best practices" yet
✅ The future of AI in iGamingCould AI fundamentally change the way operators engage with players? And where do marketers fit into this new world?
#AI #iGaming #CRM #Marketing #Optimove #ArtificialIntelligence #PlayerEngagement #SportsBetting #Casino #Tech -
Prediction markets have become one of the biggest stories in gaming, fintech and sports betting, but Canada's approach looks very different from the United States.
Kalshi is entering the Canadian market through a partnership with Wealthsimple, giving users access to thousands of event contracts. However, there is one major restriction: no sports betting contracts and no political markets.
In this episode of iGaming Daily, Fernando Noodt is joined by Canadian Gaming Business Editor Tom Nightingale to break down:🎯 Kalshi's entry into Canada
🎯 The Wealthsimple partnership
🎯 Why sports contracts are prohibited
🎯 Canada's unique regulatory framework
🎯 The role of CIRO and Canadian regulators
🎯 How prediction markets differ from sports betting
🎯 What this means for operators and sportsbooks
🎯 Whether sports prediction markets could eventually arriveThe pair explore why regulators are taking a cautious approach and what the future could hold for one of the fastest-growing sectors in betting and financial trading.
#PredictionMarkets #Kalshi #Fintech #iGaming #SportsBetting #Canada #GamingIndustry #BettingIndustry #Wealthsimple #Regulation
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The UK Government is considering a major shake-up of social media regulation, including a ban on under-16s using major platforms and potential restrictions for older teenagers.
But could these measures help tackle another growing concern: illegal gambling operators targeting young people online?
In this episode of iGaming Daily, Charlie Horner is joined by SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye and SBC News Journalist Patrick Killen to discuss:
🎯 The proposed UK social media ban
🎯 Whether restrictions would actually work
🎯 How illegal gambling operators use social media
🎯 Influencer marketing and gambling promotion
🎯 AI deepfakes and underage exposure risks
🎯 Entain's latest black market investigation
🎯 The role of Meta, TikTok, Youtube and X
🎯 What regulators can do nextThe team explores the growing relationship between social media, influencer culture and the black market gambling ecosystem, and asks whether governments, regulators and technology companies are doing enough to protect consumers.
#iGaming #SportsBetting #SocialMedia #ResponsibleGaming #GamblingRegulation #DigitalPolicy #OnlineSafety #GamingIndustry #BettingIndustry
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In this episode, SBC Media Director Martyn Elliott is joined by industry experts Alex Kane (CEO and founder of Sporttrade), David Aron (Financial markets lawyer at Lowenstein Sandler), and Ian McGinley (Partner at Sidley Austin LLP). Together, they discuss the rise of prediction markets, navigating regulatory challenges, and the long-term impact on betting and trading platforms. They also explore how these markets became mainstream and what future regulatory developments could mean for the industry.
Key Topics:
Prediction markets' mainstream adoptionRegulatory landscape and legal challengesImpact of CFTC and Congress on prediction marketsDraftKings' strategy and prediction marketsMarket maker and exchange models in betting platforms
Host: Martyn Elliott
Guests: Alex Kane, David Aron & Ian McGinley
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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In this episode, Tim Miller from the UK Gambling Commission discusses the evolving landscape of illegal gambling, the challenges of enforcement, and the role of big tech in combating illegal sites. We explore strategies for collaboration, technological advancements, and regulatory updates to protect consumers and reduce the black market.
Key Topics
The scale and challenges of illegal gambling in the UK
The importance of data and evidence in enforcement
Role of social media and big tech in illegal advertising
New powers and resources for the UK Gambling Commission
International collaboration in gambling regulation
Impact of crypto and new payment methods on gambling
Consumer protection and black market mitigation
Host: Charlie Horner
Guests: Tim Miller & Ted Menmuir
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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In this episode, we analyse Flutter Entertainment's decision to delist from the London Stock Exchange and its implications for the UK and US markets. We explore the strategic shifts, investor reactions, and broader industry impacts, providing insights into the evolving landscape of global gambling.
Key Topics
Flutter's delisting from LSE and move to NYSEImpact on UK economy and gambling sectorUS market strategy and investor influenceBroader industry implications and regulatory environmentShareholder changes and investor sentimentHost: Charlie Horner
Guests: Ted Menmuir & Ted Orme-Claye
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldLearn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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In this episode, SBC Media Director Martyn Elliott is joined by Shawn Fluharty, Chair of the Better Gambling Forum. Together, they discuss how collaboration, regulation, and innovation are shaping the iGaming sector to drive sustainability, player protection, and responsible growth.
Key Topics
The mission of the Better Gambling Forum and its global approachThe importance of early expert involvement in policy makingIndustry's move beyond compliance for sustainabilityChallenges of prediction markets and black market risksThe role of media in shaping public perception of gambling
Host: Martyn Elliott
Guest: Shawn Fluharty
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonaldArticle: https://sbcnews.co.uk/social-responsibility/2026/05/26/better-gambling-forum-sbc-partnership/
Learn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.
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.
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