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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #250 with Vid Daolio, CEO at Tokacity

Tokacity is reimagining online casinos by creating immersive, social gaming environments that merge gambling with modern gaming culture and younger generation of players. Using Unreal Engine and Pixel Streaming technology, they provide a seamless, no-download virtual world accessible across devices.

Their mission is to engage digital natives who value community, self-expression, and fun by turning the casino into a social, customizable, and safe experience rather than a solitary game lobby.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - What’s missing in online casinos

00:42 - Sponsors: Pragmatic Solutions & Pragmatic Play

02:04 - Welcome: Vid Daolio, CEO of TokaCity

03:46 - Introducing TokaCity and its vision

06:33 - The technology behind immersive casinos (Pixel Streaming)

09:07 - Are players ready for immersive gaming?

10:06 - Generational shifts and new player behavior

13:03 - Why innovation comes from new generations

15:10 - Building safe and expressive digital spaces

17:06 - Merging gaming and gambling worlds

19:44 - How TokaCity’s product actually works

22:42 - Gamification, digital assets & player identity

25:10 - Blockchain integration and the Saatchi MVP

28:15 - From startup to live product launch

29:26 - Partnership with Roshtein and community engagement

33:05 - PvP games and social casino experiences

35:32 - Player identity, self-expression & streaming culture

36:29 - The future of live gaming with AI dealers

37:43 - The cultural shift in gaming audiences

42:21 - Can the metaverse make a comeback?

44:37 - Lessons from crypto and decentralization

48:32 - Combining innovation with trusted content

50:25 - The future vision for TokaCity

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #249 with Jake Dovey, CEO and Founder of PayModum

What’s the cost of not accepting something or the cost of not doing it right?

From unpacking the true cost of “cheap” payment methods to exploring PIX in Brazil, open banking in Europe, and the rise of biometric KYC, Jake explains why the path of least resistance always wins.

Jake Dovey is raising money for Chordoma UK, join us in supporting the cause at this link: https://www.justgiving.com/page/jake-dovey-1?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:24 - Sponsors Message

01:45 - Welcome back Jake Dovey, CEO of PayModum.

02:32 - Payments as cost vs. opportunity

04:20 - “The customer is always right” explained

06:15 - Why operators shouldn’t focus on cost first

13:32 - Finance vs. product teams: balancing costs and innovation

15:09 - Integration challenges and resource bottlenecks

16:55 - Personal story: legacy vs. modern pension payment experience

18:46 - Why true cost is customer friction, not fees

21:29 - Do operators really understand payments?

22:16 - Brazil & PIX: instant bank payments explained

26:36 - Biometrics and frictionless KYC (Octo example)

29:31 - Shopify & Amazon: lessons for gaming payments

33:42 - How AI is transforming integrations & customer experience

41:34 - Biggest payment bottlenecks in iGaming

50:05 - Too early to innovate? Lessons from Pay n Play, PIX & open banking

53:31 - The challenge of recurring crypto payments

57:15 - Why innovation needs risk-taking (Rory Sutherland’s rule)

01:01:12 - Big vs. small companies: innovation culture (Apple vs. Xiaomi)

01:08:48 - PayModum’s USP: deep customer and payments understanding

01:11:22 - Closing: Jake’s fitness journey & marathon for charity

01:13:26 - Tribute to Jake’s mother & Cordoma Foundation

01:17:11 - Running, friction, and perseverance in life & business

01:21:39 - How to donate: JustGiving link & final thanks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #246 with Ryan Angerami, Head of App Development at Reddit

Ryan Angerami, Reddit's Senior Director of App Development, discusses the evolution and future of Reddit. The episode highlights Reddit's commitment to authenticity and community trust as key differentiators in a landscape increasingly dominated by algorithm-driven content and the challenges and opportunities this presents for brands seeking to engage with its users.

⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:42 - Sponsors message02:02 - Reddit’s rise: From niche forum to global search powerhouse02:56 - Monetization post-IPO: Building Reddit’s revenue model05:10 - What makes Reddit unique in the social media landscape07:55 - Community moderation: Why Reddit didn’t become toxic10:20 - Trust, transparency, and the power of upvotes12:19 - Comments over headlines: Reddit’s real value15:00 - Battling misinformation, bots, and manipulation17:05 - Reddit’s role in training and verifying AI systems21:20 - Reddit Answers: Reinventing trust in search24:56 - Why Reddit drives more thoughtful purchasing decisions28:18 - How Reddit content shapes AI search results31:58 - Reddit’s cultural DNA vs. performance-driven platforms34:30 - Tools for brands: Sentiment analysis and Reddit Pro40:00 - New ad formats and authentic community engagement44:15 - Should brands create subreddits or just participate?49:17 - Balancing commercial growth with community trust55:00 - The future of Reddit in an AI-dominated world57:03 - Cultural moments: GameStop, WallStreetBets & r/place

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #248 with Evert Einroos, Managing Director of Yolo Investments.

Evert joins us to break down how Yolo Investments scaled from a scrappy operator-led VC to a professional fund with external LPs and over 150 portfolio companies. He explains why warm intros still matter, how to structure a successful fund, and why passion-led founders shine in gaming.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:31 - Sponsors

01:50 - Welcoming Evert Einroos

03:00 - Origin story: How Yolo Investments started

05:30 - Early wins, flops & the power law in VC

06:50 - Lessons from the crypto crash

07:20 - Launching Fund 2 with external LPs

10:19 - Why startups should want Yolo on their cap table

13:36 - Balancing founder energy vs. investor guardrails

16:03 - What VCs really look for in founders

20:22 - Red flags that turn investors off

21:19 - How to get on Yolo’s radar

26:10 - The 5 “S”s of building a VC fund

27:56 - How LPs make money

29:03 - Challenges of iGaming as an investment class

33:23 - The passion vs. opportunity balance in gaming

38:11 - Startup success rates & power laws

41:41 - What’s next for Yolo Investments

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #247 with Magnus Olsson, Chief Commercial Officer at Play’n GO.

Magnus, shares how Play N'Go is shaping the future of iGaming through regulation, innovation, and responsible entertainment. From navigating U.S. expansion and entering the land-based casino sector, to rethinking business models and partnering with Formula 1’s Haas team. Magnus explains why sustainability and responsibility are at the core of Play’n GO’s strategy.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:27 - Sponsors

01:26 - Welcoming Magnus Olsson

02:33 - Why regulated markets are the future of iGaming

04:09 - Sacrifices of leaving grey and black markets

07:09 - Sustainability vs short-term profit in gambling

10:35 - The need for industry unity in Europe vs. U.S.

15:19 - Why Play’n GO rejects bonus buys and sweepstakes

19:07 - Innovation in slots: beyond quick wins

20:44 - Rethinking business models: rounds played vs. GGR

26:02 - Working with regulators through innovation

30:03 - Challenges & learnings from U.S. expansion

38:19 - How the black market dominates in the U.S.

44:10 - Formula 1 partnership with Haas: goals & ROI

54:25 - Measuring impact of brand sponsorships

55:27 - AI in game production: opportunities & limits

01:08:34 - Expanding into land-based casinos

01:13:23 - Play’n GO’s long-term vision & ambitions

01:17:03 - Wrap-up and final thanks

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This episode of Vested Interest delves into the burgeoning prediction markets space, examining its intersection with finance, gambling, and information economics, and how traditional real money gaming operators are entering this arena. Pierre, Benjie and Lloyd analyze the potential for prediction markets to reshape betting and decision-making, while also considering regulatory challenges and the competitive landscape.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:43 - Sponsors

03:00 - The rise of prediction markets in finance and betting

06:30 - Gambling vs. speculation: Where do we draw the line?

09:30 - FanDuel, Kalshi, Robinhood: Collision or coexistence?

13:30 - Why regulated operators are watching prediction markets closely

16:00 - What regulators should be worried about

18:40 - Who will win: Platforms, products, or distribution power?

22:30 - M&A and partnerships: Survive now, win later

24:00 - Risks, regulation gaps, and gray zones

26:30 - Can sports betting, sweepstakes, and prediction coexist?

29:10 - Why no one wants to be the “casino of prediction markets”

31:30 - What investors want—and what makes them nervous

34:30 - The future: Prediction markets as a mainstream product

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #245 with Brian Christopher Slots, Casino Gaming Content Creator and Founder & CEO at VC Venture.

Brian Christopher, a prominent gambling streamer, discusses his journey from uploading casual casino videos to building a multifaceted brand with a strong community focus. He emphasizes authenticity, transparency, and responsible gambling as key elements of his success and future plans.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:27 - Sponsors

01:47 - Welcoming Brian Christopher

03:32 - Turning viral YouTube videos into a career

05:58 - What BC Slots is today: media, cruises, team

07:16 - Big milestones: MGM, Carnival, SportsGrid

09:31 - Building a strong and loyal fan community

14:40 - Best win ever and the power of authentic play

17:19 - Group pulls & playing with fans

18:28 - Thoughts on RTP, volatility & Vegas trends

20:41 - Favorite slots and game features

22:29 - Content creation tips for new streamers: thumbnails and branding

25:41 - Changing viewer habits & competition

28:47 - Why Brian turned down crypto casino deals

32:19 - Real numbers: how much Brian wins & loses

34:41 - What’s next: TV shows, SportsGrid & future goals

35:59 - Brian’s Maltese roots and future travel plans

37:04 - Wrap-up and final thanks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #244 with Jesper Kärrbrink, CEO, Immense Group and Pontus Lindwall, CEO, Betsson LIVE at NEXT Summit Valletta 2025.

In 2022, they shared the stage for the first time at iGaming NEXT Valletta. Now, we’re bringing them back for round two.

This power-packed session reunites these industry stalwarts for a straight-talking, no-nonsense discussion on the biggest forces shaping iGaming today.

From M&A shake-ups and industry consolidation to shifting regulations, they’ll break down what’s happening, what’s next, and most importantly what it means for operators, suppliers, and investors.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro: Big picture thinking and leadership

00:43 - Sponsors

02:10 - Welcoming Jesper Kärrbrink and Pontus Lindwall

03:19 - Icebreakers: DJs, spandex, and roulette pit bosses

08:26 - The rivalry between Betsson and Svenska Spel in the 2000s

10:58 - How Betsson disrupted the monopoly system

13:46 - Guerilla tactics, market pressure, and industry transformation

15:06 - The founding of Betsson and NetEnt

18:42 - The Betsson Ibiza trip: when culture clashes with leadership

23:01 - Personal style and individuality in the iGaming industry

26:46 - Leadership philosophies from two industry veterans

30:33 - Why work-life balance makes better leaders

33:44 - Most overrated companies in iGaming today

36:40 - Are European regulations hurting the industry?

39:47 - Mutual respect and reflection on decades of impact

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #243, Magnus Carlssen, World Chess Champion LIVE at NEXT Summit Valletta 2025.

Live from NEXT Summit Valletta 2025, Pierre Lindh sits down with Magnus Carlsen for an unfiltered conversation about obsession, mastery, and staying on top.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro: Mastery, mindset & loving the game

00:43 - Sponsors

01:47 - Welcoming Magnus Carlsen live on stage

03:20 - What it takes to be the best out of 600 million players

05:55 - Talent vs. training: where real chess mastery begins

06:59 - Magnus' early years: flags, Legos & concentration

08:12 - From beating his sister to studying chess at every meal

10:02 - When did Magnus realise he could become world #1?

12:44 - Becoming #1 in the world: how it really felt

14:46 - Magnus’ interest in poker: could it have replaced chess?

17:02 - Staying motivated after reaching the top

18:49 - Looking back: any sacrifices or regrets?

20:12 - Finding his own path in chess

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #242, Mathias Larsson, Commercial Director in Europe at Awager.

Live slot machines are here: how Awager is changing online casino? Is this the next big leap in real-money gaming?

In this episode, Pierre interviews Mathias Larsson, Commercial Director at Awager, the company turning physical slot machines into live-streamed online games. It's not just innovation it could be the future of online slots, live casino, and omni-channel iGaming.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:43 - Sponsors

02:08 - Welcoming Mathias Larsson

03:20 - The story behind Awager and its evolution

06:16 - Is Awager the next Evolution-style disruptor?

08:25 - Why players prefer live-streamed slot machines

11:33 - Can the model scale if it’s one player per machine?

13:50 - Why FanDuel and U.S. operators backed Awager early

16:07 - Choosing markets with strong land-based culture

18:39 - The real roadblocks to innovation in iGaming

23:26 - The innovator’s dilemma in iGaming

25:15 - Cracking the sales cycle for a product no one knows

29:57 - Biggest challenges: logistics, regulation & timing

32:57 - Awager’s business model explained

36:29 - Superstition, trust & the psychology of land-based play

38:40 - Target markets for 2025–2026 expansion

40:42 - Where Awager will be in 3 years

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #241, Johan Strand, CEO of Zimpler.

Johan Strand, CEO of Zimpler, discusses the company's journey from startup to a leading payment provider in the Nordics, emphasizing the importance of focusing on a specific niche and building strong relationships with customers. He also shares insights on leveraging AI and adapting to the evolving payments landscape, particularly within regulated industries like iGaming.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:43 - Sponsors

02:03 - Welcoming Johan Strand

03:04 - From startup to leading Nordic Payments Providers

09:03 - Why size doesn’t matter and how focus beats scale

11:23 - The importance of finding your own niche

16:24 - The next wave: payments innovation and AI

20:42 - Back-office automation and AI

23:26 - How Zimpler is embracing AI internally

28:14 - Could the payment landscape could be at risk?

31:47 - Relationships matter more than product

35:11 - Post-COVID relationships and real connection

37:53 - Sales cycles, trust, and human moments

42:01 - Final remarks: Where will Zimpler be in 3 years?

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🎙NEXT.io Podcast #23 of Vested Interest with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig and Benjie Cherniak.

In this episode, we discuss the evolving landscape of collectibles and mystery boxes, drawing parallels to gambling mechanics. They explore the regulatory challenges these new products face, the recent shifts in the venture capital landscape, and the current headwinds for North American operators in the gaming industry.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:43 - Sponsor Messages

02:02 - Welcoming Lloyd & Benjie

03:06 - Mystery Boxes: Gambling in Disguise?

06:26 - Digital Buybacks and Market Liquidity

08:44 - Slot Mechanics in Collectibles

10:14 - Legal Risks & Regulatory Grey Zones

13:38 - Market Volatility & Platform Liquidity

15:11 - How Regulated Operators Might React

18:14 - Physical vs. Digital Collectibles Landscape

20:25 - Scaling Problems: Supply Chains & Pricing

24:12 – Why Most Gaming Funding Isn’t Broad-Based

26:19 – AngelList Trends & New LP Appetite

28:42 – The Category Leader Obsession

31:13 – Regulated Operator Headwinds in North America

35:44 – Regulatory Moats vs. Challenger Agility

38:45 – Long-Term Strategy: Fight or Join?

40:31 – Can There Be a National RMG Framework?

41:02 – Final Thoughts

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In this episode of NEXT In-Depth, host Conor Mulheir explores the growing trend of reselling bets on secondary markets in the US. Guest speaker Travis Geiger, the co-founder and CXO of betting and fantasy sports marketplace WagerWire, explores the emergence of this novel vertical and the driving forces behind why US bettors choose to participate in it. From cultural attitudes towards sports betting to the kinds of bets which attract the most attention for resale, the pair explore the developing trend of bet reselling and how it’s shaping the US market today.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #240, Kasra Ghaharian & Simo Dragicevic

Kasra Ghaharian, IGI Director of Research, and Simo Dragicevic , research at AiR Hub, discuss AI in the gaming industry, highlighting the need for trust and benchmarking. They introduce Air Hub, a research hub focused on AI ethics and governance in gaming.

Key projects include a state of AI in gaming report, consumer protection measures, and developing benchmarks for AI algorithms, particularly in responsible gambling.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:42 - Sponsors message

03:00 - Reflecting on Predictions from 5 Years Ago

05:27 - Introducing AIR Hub: The AI Research Initiative

08:42 - AIR Hub’s Flagship Projects

13:40 - How regulators can use AI benchmarks

16:45 - The full scope of AI in iGaming

22:30 - The State of AI in the Industry Today

26:30 - Generative AI and infinite content

30:02 - The Infinite Slot Era: What Wins When Anything Can Be Built?

34:00 - Explainable AI: The Next Essential Layer

35:00 - Autonomy, Agents, and the Limits of AI in iGaming

38:43 - The Risks of Poor Training Data and Output Guardrails

40:48 - Will AI Replace Your Job?

46:02 - The Future Vision for AIR Hub

49:40 - Final remarks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #239, Denys Parkhomenko, CPO at GR8 Tech

More features don’t always mean more value. In this NEXT.io Podcast episode, Pierre Lindh sits down with Denys Parkhomenko, Chief Product Officer at GR8 Tech, to unpack why "less but better" is becoming the winning mindset for the next generation of iGaming platforms.

With a legacy in B2C and deep experience scaling complex sportsbook products, Denys shares a clear-eyed view on what operators really need from their platforms and what they should avoid at all costs.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:21 - Sponsors message

01:38 - Welcoming Denys Parkhomenko

02:31 - GR8 Tech’s approach: less but better

04:32 - Why sports betting platforms all look the same and how to stand out

06:11 - How to stand out in the market

09:03 - Balancing client requests with product strategy

12:07 - GR8 Tech’s “extendable platform” mindset

14:15 - What true scalability looks like in platform infrastructure

16:14 - Casino CoPilot, internal automation, and writing code with AI

18:01 - How new operators should evaluate platforms

19:33 - Why reputation, results, and transparency matter most

21:08 - Trust-building through onboarding & long-term collaboration

23:52 - Conferences vs coffee lines: where real conversations happen

27:25 - What’s next for GR8 Tech

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #238 Denis Romanovskiy, Deputy CTO at SOFTSWISS

In this episode, Pierre Lindh is joined by Denis Romanovskiy, Deputy CTO at SOFTSWISS, to unpack the findings from their latest 50-page report and dive deep into the technical, financial, and strategic factors new operators need to consider before launching their brand.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

02:00 - Why SOFTSWISS released a build vs buy report

04:30 - Key findings: who should build, who should buy

07:27 - Biggest mistakes new operators make

09:35 - Why testing & tracking matter from day one

12:33 - When should operators consider building in-house?

15:12 - How to choose the right platform partner

18:30 - The importance of cultural alignment & service

21:16 - Scalability: it’s not just tech, it’s people

24:00 - The advantage of ecosystem-level integration

28:10 - Products in the SOFTSWISS suite

31:04 - Time to market: build vs buy

34:06 - What’s next: SOFTSWISS roadmap & modular infrastructure

36:00 - AI-generated code and fully autonomous tech teams?

38:16 - Closing marks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #236 Sam Sadi, CEO of LiveScore GroupSam Sadi sits down with Pierre Lindh to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the online sports betting industry, emphasizing the need for innovation and strategic advantages to compete with established brands, particularly in regulated markets.⏰ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro00:17 - Sponsors message01:38 - Sam’s 30-year journey03:31 - Building Bwin Interactive Entertainment06:07 - The origins of LiveScore09:58 - Why LiveScore launched its own sportsbook15:27 - Competing in the UK18:00 - Why most media-betting integrations fail20:32 - Simplicity vs complexity: is betting too confusing for new users?23:35 - Why customers adapt faster than you think25:31 - Why niche sportsbooks rarely succeed in regulated markets29:58 - DFS as the starting point33:11 - LiveScore’s product philosophy: match 80%, innovate the rest34:37 - The capital and access problem in U.S. regulation37:18 - Trend 1: Southeast Asia’s unspoken potential44:49 - Trend 2: The real AI transformation57:30 - Trend 3: Innovation vs Incrementalism01:09:54 - Trend 4: The black market problem01:21:41 - Can cutting off suppliers beat the black market? Why it’s short-term thinking01:26:34 - Why the industry’s future might mirror the AI arms race01:32:04 - Closing remarks🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextdotio Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-io-podcast/id1515442333CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/This episode of NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/

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The rules of online marketing are changing fast, and the iGaming industry is feeling the impact like never before. In this episode of NEXT In-Depth, ShieldHub founder Ulrich Gilot dives into the seismic shift away from traditional SEO and affiliate models driven by Google’s evolving search landscape, where zero-click results and AI-driven answers are reshaping player acquisition. We’ll explore what this means for iGaming marketers, the rising importance of brand building, and how new measurement frameworks like attention metrics can unlock smarter growth. Plus, hear insights on navigating stricter regulations and emerging strategies for future-proofing marketing in a competitive, privacy-focused world. Whether you’re an operator, affiliate, or marketer, this is your guide to adapting and thriving in the zero-click era.

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🎙NEXT.io Podcast #22 of Vested Interest with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig and Benjie Cherniak.From summer slumps to AI disruption, the trio returns to unpack three high-stakes themes shaping the future of gaming startups:👇 Here’s what they cover:- How to keep growing through the summer slowdown- Why skill-based games are booming (again) and what’s different this time- The state of affiliate businesses and how AI, SEO, and chatbots are reshaping the model⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:18 - Sponsor messages01:38 - Welcoming Benjie and Lloyd02:10 - Can you grow during summer? Founders vs. excuses07:42 - How NEXT.io handles seasonality with strategic summer planning13:52 - Skill-Based Gaming14:30 - The evolution and new wave of real-money skill games16:21 - Triumph, FanDuel, Bring It On and global market potential22:14 - Regulatory arbitrage and go-to-market benefits24:44 - What happens when operators join in? M&A and mainstream interest26:58 - The Affiliate Collapse27:35 - Market dip, SEO crashes & winners like Gambling.com31:04 - Fewer state openings, changing user behavior32:52 - Why SEO isn't enough anymore 35:56 - Lessons from Catena Media and the danger of single-market bets39:29 - What affiliate SEO looks like in the LLM era40:44 - Final thoughts 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #236 with Kyle Welcher, CEO of TESTA

Kyle Wiltshire has spent over 15 years embedded in Asia’s iGaming infrastructure.

In this episode, hosted by Pierre Lindh, he shares what it really takes to succeed in Southeast Asia, a region full of opportunity, complexity, and massive cultural nuance.

⏰ Timestamps

00:00 - Intro

00:33 - Sponsors message

01:48 - Welcoming Kyle Wiltshire

04:44 - Kyle’s background & the origin of TESTA

08:41 - How iGaming evolved in Asia

10:22 - Cultural differences SEA

13:01 - First entry into the market tips

22:09 - Etiquette, hierarchy & saving face

26:14 - Doing business as a woman in SEA

28:54 - Contracts, negotiations & expectations

31:53 - The importance of senior leadership in SEA sales

34:35 - SEA: country-specific breakdowns

41:01 - Regulation outlook: where is SEA heading?

42:18 - Player psychology & live casino dominance

44:33 - Infrastructure challenges in the region

46:51 - What TESTA does & how they help operators adapt

51:19 - Macro view: will Asia dominate the global economy?

53:36 - Closing remarks

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M&A activity continues to have a huge impact on the iGaming sector, and acquisition news never fails to grab people’s attention. But what happens after the negotiations are finished, the money is handed over, and the deal is complete? The truth is, that’s when the real work begins. In this episode of NEXT In-Depth, host Conor Mulheir asks EveryMatrix CEO Ebbe Groes to explain how his company has integrated recent acquisitions — like FSB Technology, Fantasma Games and DeepCI — in order to deliver a return on its investments. Groes explores what has gone well (and what hasn’t) when integrating these businesses into his own, and gives a teaser of where EveryMatrix’s appetite for acquisition could go next. Don’t miss out on the first of this two-part special on the art of integrating acquired businesses!

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🎙NEXT.io Podcast #21 of Vested Interest with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig and Benjie Cherniak.

In this episode, Pierre, Lloyd, and Benjie break down the biggest questions facing iGaming investors today:

-How do you invest during uncertain, disruptive times?

• Is AI in gaming hype or truly transforming the industry?

• Has the classic B2B “picks and shovels” strategy held up or is it time to rethink?

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:39 - Sponsors message03:33 - Investing in iGaming during uncertain times

06:28 - Early-stage investment strategy v.s macro volatility

08:38 - Regulatory risk v.s macro risk

10:02 - Trump presidency and prediction markets

13:24 - Lipstick index v.s lottery index

17:19 - AI in gaming – hype or commercial reality?

22:13 - Challenges: long sales cycles and limited proof points

25:26 - What’s still missing in AI innovation

26:41 - Spotlight: Blask and AI-powered black market insights

28:14 - Can AI accurately measure offshore activity?

30:22 - The problem with AI auditability

32:06 - B2B vs B2C: risk-adjusted returns and market consolidation

36:07 - The realities of bootstrapping and long integration timelines

38:35 - Why sales cycles are so long in North America

41:05 - Internal complexity and product prioritization at large operators

43:05 - Closing remarks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #235 with Jason March, VP of Gaming at DraftKingsJason March built DraftKings' iGaming division from scratch and in this episode, hosted by Pierre Lindh, he takes us behind the scenes of how it's become a tech-first, content-driven casino powerhouse.⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:18 - Sponsors message01:38 - Welcoming Jason March02:10 - Why Jason joined DraftKings and built the iGaming division04:58 - How DraftKings became a tech-first casino operator07:36 - Trends in U.S. iGaming: live dealer, jackpots, social and multiplayer10:04 - Building in-house content and launching a game studio11:20 - What makes a hit game? Risk, failure, and unexpected winners15:04 - The importance of player choice and interaction16:25 - Sneak peek: new interactive games coming soon18:25 - Jason’s personal casino favorites20:57 - Live casino evolution and the rise of game shows23:37 - Challenges of state-by-state ring-fencing for live game content26:31 - How to approach DraftKings with a new game or product27:27 - Why entering the U.S. is hard and worth it28:04 - Balancing in-house games vs third-party content30:34 - Strategy behind DraftKings’ proprietary game studio31:50 - Lottery and Jackpocket: cross-sell strategy and player acquisition33:47 - The future of U.S. iGaming and why more states will legalize35:19 - The black market problem and the push for regulation36:20 - Responsible gaming and why regulation matters36:56 - Closing marks🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextdotio CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/This episode of NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #234 with Erik Nyman, President EveryMatrix Americas

What does it take to double your revenue, double your EBITDA, and break into some of the hardest gaming markets?

Pierre Lind sat down with Erik Nyman, President, North America at EveryMatrix, to uncover the strategy behind their global growth.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:38 - Sponsors message

01:58 - Welcoming Erik Nyman

03:05 - The incredible growth numbers of EveryMatrix

05:36 - Erik’s career journey: from NetEnt to EveryMatrix

10:15 - Entering the U.S.: licenses, strategy, and clean-slate building

12:16 - Inside EveryMatrix’s modular, product-centric structure

16:00 - Major milestones: landing lottery clients and breakthrough deals

22:38 - When the business really took off: EBITDA surge

25:20 - EveryMatrix's Financial Transparency

29:30 - The challenges and opportunities in global lotteries

34:15 - The U.S. lottery market: why it’s tricky and where it’s headed

40:34 - U.S. iGaming landscape44:46 - Canada: Ontario’s rise, Alberta’s potential

47:22 - Latin America: Mexico, Peru, Colombia, and the Brazil play

51:10 - Emerging markets and operator types of the future

52:54 - Why tribal gaming in the U.S. is a huge untapped opportunity

56:03 - Where Erik sees EveryMatrix in the next 3 years

57:29 - Closing marks

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In this episode of NEXT In-Depth, Conor Mulheir invites Regulus Partners’ Paul Leyland to explain how he approaches the analysis of publicly listed companies’ financial reports. With Q1 reporting season now upon us, the pair will explore the best ways to understand what public companies are telling us – and what they aren’t. As an example, they will take a closer look at Evolution’s Q1 report, which bucked the firm’s trend of consistent growth as it showed a sequential decline in quarterly EBITDA.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #233 with Akhil Sarin, CMO of Stake.

Akhil Sarin, the marketing mastermind behind Stake, breaks down the blueprint behind Stake’s viral rise from streamer-led growth and global sports deals to launching KICK and going head-to-head with Twitch.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:34 - Sponsors

01:51 - Welcoming Akhil Sarin03:35 - Akhil's Journey to CMO

05:57 - The Early Days of Stake

08:54 - The Streaming Strategy

13:31 - Key Partnerships and Brand Elevation

15:22 - The Drake Partnership Story

20:02 - The Formula 1 Partnership

24:02 - Company Culture and Team Dynamics

26:30 - Measuring Success in Partnerships

29:05 - Evaluating Sponsorships & Marketing Decisions

32:36 - The Founder Mentality

35:36 - The UFC Brand Partnership

40: 02 - Leadership Culture42:50 - Building Kick: Strategies for Success

47:23 - Future Aspirations and Market Expansion

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #231 with Justin Park, CEO & Co-Founder of Betty.

How do you build a successful casino gaming brand in a highly competitive market? Justin Park, CEO & Co-Founder of Betty, shares his insights on launching and scaling a challenger brand in the regulated iGaming space.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:46 - Sponsors

02:06 - Welcoming Justin Park

06:09 - Betty Initials: startup journey & early ventures

12:19 - Raising capital: relationships vs. pitch decks

16:38 - Betty's business model: online casino

18:09 - Understanding personas: slots vs. table players

22:23 - How Betty stands out: brand differentiation

24:55 - Ontario: a strategic launch market

26:43 - Net revenue growth & success

29:15 - Transparency & publishing results publicly

33:12 - The McDonald's of iGaming franchise approach

36:52 - Market expansion strategy

39:00 - What it takes to be a founder

41:07 - Scaling challenges & leadership growth

43:11 - Book recommendations: Rockefeller & Andy Warhol

45:35 - Where Betty will be in 3 years

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #225 with Tom Light, Co-Founder and Group CEO at FIRST - Best in Sports

In this NEXT.io Podcast episode, Tom Light, CEO & Founder of FIRST - Best in Sports, breaks down five major industry trends. These include the decline of easy profits in iGaming, the power of gamification, and the rise of AI-driven odds-making.

⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction

00:36 - Sponsors

01:54 - From SBTech to First – Best in Sports

04:53 - Building a New Platform From Scratch

07:54 - Analysing Today’s Sports Betting Landscape

09:27 - Competing With Betano & bet365 as a B2B Provider

13:06 - Tools, Intelligence & Data-Driven Decision Making

14:17 - Trend #1: The Industry Isn’t Printing Money Anymore

20:07 - Trend #2: Feature Fatigue & Sportsbook Advancements

41:22 - Trend #3: Gamification as a Retention Strategy

55:27 - Trend #4: The Rise of Brazil & Emerging LATAM Markets

59:23 - Solving the “Saturday Problem” in Brazil

01:00:02 - Brazil Case Study

01:04:39 - Trend #5: AI’s Role in the Future of Sports Betting

01:13:09 - What’s Next for First? Vision for B2B & Global Growth

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #230 with Jake Dovey, CEO & Founder of PayModum.

What’s next for payments in the iGaming industry? Jake Dovey from PayModum, explores the current state of payment innovation, emerging trends, and the impact of evolving financial technologies on operators and suppliers.

⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:38 - Sponsors02:08 - Why payments and innovation aren’t always connected04:26 - Lessons from Apple Pay, Klarna & adoption timelines08:30 - The real reason innovation sticks: user experience14:58 - Why crypto hasn’t delivered on its payment promise18:00 - Stablecoins & the path to real-world usability21:00 - How gaming operators adopted crypto before anyone else25:19 - USDC vs USDT: why some stablecoins gain trust27:57 - Monetary systems, inflation & the future of currency33:31 - Global economic shifts & crypto’s potential role39:39 - The political side of payments & decentralisation44:30 - Deglobalisation, instability & the rise of local payment models47:29 - Fragmented regulation: why licensing differs globally49:00 - Cross-border payments & where payment providers thrive50:45 - What’s next in payments: stablecoins, M&A, and new rails56:56 - IPOs, fintech cycles & the pressure to innovate58:02 - What payment companies can actually do better59:00 - The role of strategic partnerships in driving change1:00:15 - Why micro-payments haven’t scaled (yet)1:06:08 - Reducing friction in iGaming payments1:08:59 - What PayModum does differently: code-free integration1:13:05 - Helping global operators enter new markets1:16:46 - Growing without VC: challenges and philosophy1:18:08 - Vision for PayModum & Masato over the next 3 years1:20:02 - Closing thoughts

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #229 with Martin Collins, Chief Business Development Officer at Soft2bet.

Martin Collins, joins Pierre Lindh to discuss why the U.S. iGaming market is still full of untapped opportunities, despite recent operator exits.

Martin shares why Soft2Bet is entering the U.S. now, how they plan to disrupt the market with a fresh UX approach, and what the future holds for tribal operators, iCasino expansion, and alternative betting models.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:50 - Sponsor

02:08 - Martin Collins Returns & Soft2Bet’s Growth

04:53 - Why Entering the U.S. iGaming Market Now?

05:37 - Soft2Bet’s B2B & B2C Strategy in the U.S.

09:47 - New Jersey as the First Step & Proof of Concept

11:21 - Turning Data Into a Winning B2B Strategy

13:35 - The Future of Tribal & Non-Traditional Operators

14:55 - The U.S. iGaming Opportunity & Market Shift

16:06 - Why U.S. iGaming UX is Outdated & How to Fix It

19:50 - More States Will Regulate iGaming

23:06 - Alternative Market Entries: Sweepstakes, DFS 2.0 & Crypto

25:11 - What’s Holding Back iCasino & When Will It Take Off?

28:38 - Can Anyone Challenge FanDuel & DraftKings?

29:27 - AI, Personalisation & The Future of iGaming

32:28 - Soft2Bet’s Global Expansion & US Ambitions

36:03 - What Success in the U.S. Looks Like for Soft2Bet

40:31 - Soft2Bet at NEXT Summit: New York 2025

42:33 - Closing Marks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #228 with Robbie Bressler, CFO at Bragg Gaming Group.

In this NEXT.io Podcast episode, Robbie Bressler, CFO of Bragg Gaming , dives deep into why the U.S. iGaming market remains one of the biggest opportunities in the industry.

Despite slow state-by-state regulation, Robbie explains why Bragg Gaming is betting big on the U.S., the role of sweepstakes in shaping future laws, and whether new challengers can compete with FanDuel & DraftKings in online casino.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:20 - Robbie Bressler’s background in iGaming

05:01 - Bragg Gaming’s market cap: 2021 peak & decline

07:25 - Leadership changes & rebuilding investor trust

08:53 - Special committee: Why it disbanded & key takeaways

12:23 - Bragg Gaming’s U.S. expansion strategy

16:05 - Will more U.S. states legalise iGaming?

18:33 - The impact of sweepstakes

22:42 - Bragg Gaming’s stance on sweepstakes partnerships

25:40 - The potential for new iGaming entrants

28:35 - Bragg Gaming’s approach to customer retention

34:51 - CPA challenges & barriers for new operators

35:57 - Bragg Gaming's expansion into Brazil & LATAM

38:21 - Regulated vs. unregulated markets

41:27 - Will regulators clamp down on crypto casinos?

42:53 - The future of iGaming regulation & policy shifts

45:03 - Bragg Gaming’s 2025 vision & long-term investment case

46:51 - Closing Remarks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #227 with Roger Ehrenberg, Managing Partner at Eberg Capital

In this NEXT.io Podcast episode, Pierre Lindh welcomes investor and venture capitalist Roger Ehrenberg for a deep dive into money, success, leadership, and investing. Roger shares insights from his Wall Street career, his transition into venture capital, and the mindset needed to build and back successful businesses.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:49 - Sponsors

02:09 - Roger Ehrenberg’s Background

03:07 - The Meaning of Money & Success

06:28 - Does More Money Bring Happiness?

09:10 - The Source of Ambition & Early Challenges

12:56 - Why Founders with a Chip on Their Shoulder Succeed

15:41 - What Investors Look for in Founders

19:59 - Balancing Vision & Flexibility in Startups

22:57 - Red Flags Investors Avoid in Founders

25:28 - Breaking into Venture Capital Without a Network

30:07 - The Importance of Preparation When Pitching Investors

32:22 - Perseverance vs. Knowing When to Quit

38:21 - Roger’s Investment Strategy & Market Trends

41:49 - The Future of Sports, Gaming & Media

44:06 - Eberg Capital’s Investments in iGaming & Sports Betting

50:42 - WagerWire & Betting as Entertainment

52:14 - How U.S. iGaming is Evolving

53:09 - Career Advice for Founders & Entrepreneurs

55:45 - Powerful Business Lessons

57:17 - Public Speaking & Overcoming Fear

1:00:28 - Closing Marks

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🎙NEXT.io Podcast #20 of Vested Interest with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig, Benjie Cherniak & Special Guest, Justin Park.

In this NEXT.io Podcast episode, Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig and Benjie Cherniak explore the rise of challenger brands in iGaming, questioning whether new players can still break into a market dominated by giants like FanDuel and DraftKings. They also dive into what makes a great leader, from startup resilience to scaling with strong teams.

Special guest Justin Park, CEO of Betty, shares how Betty is thriving by focusing on slots, in-house user acquisition, and global expansion strategy.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:19 - Sponsors

01:38 - NEXT Summit: New York 2025

03:21 - The Role of Challenger Brands in iGaming

07:18 - Key Factors for Challenger Brands’ Success

09:47 - Market Expansion & Regulation Challenges

15:39 - What Makes a Great Leader?

19:47 - Startup Leadership: Challenges & Success Factors

25:00 - Special Guest: Justin Park, CEO of Betty

27:45 - The Betty Business Model & Market Positioning

32:01 - Execution & Growth Strategy at Betty

35:13 - Overcoming Skepticism from Industry Veterans

38:11 - Expansion Strategy

41:03 - Entrepreneurship Key Lessons

46:14 - Justin's Mentor & Book Recommendations

49:20 - Closing Marks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #225 with David Carruthers, CEO at David Carruthers Consulting Limited.

In this NEXT.io Podcast episode, David Carruthers shares his extraordinary journey in the iGaming industry. From leading a billion-dollar company to serving time in federal prison, David shares his rise, fall, and ultimate reinvention of himself. As the former CEO of BetOnSports, he built one of the most dominant online sportsbooks, until a U.S. crackdown changed everything.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:30 - Sponsors

01:48 - David’s Carruthers Journey

04:15 - Entering the Gambling Industry at 18

06:00 - Climbing the Ladder at Ladbrokes

07:04 - Turning Point: Leaving Ladbrokes

09:06 - Landing in Costa Rica & Becoming CEO of BetOnSports

13:30 - Scaling BetOnSports into a Billion-Dollar Business

18:26 - Legal Grey Areas & Risks of U.S. Expansion

22:18 - The U.S. Crackdown & His Arrest

30:00 - House Arrest for 4 Years in the U.S.

37:00 - Accepting a Plea Deal to Avoid 80 Years in Prison

42:00 - Life Inside Federal Prison

50:00 - Rebuilding Life After Prison

1:04:00 - Re-Entering the Gambling Industry

1:15:00 - The Future of Gambling & Emerging Markets

1:20:00 - Lessons from His Journey

1:28:00 - Closing Marks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #224 with Nigel Eccles, Former FanDuel CEO

In this episode of the NEXT.io Podcast, Nigel Eccles, Former FanDuel CEO shares his incredible journey in the company the challenges faced during its growth, including legal battles and regulatory scrutiny, and the eventual exit to Flutter Entertainment.

He reflects on the lessons learned from raising capital, the importance of ethical investors, and his current venture into the crypto casino space with BetHog, emphasizing the need for innovation in the gaming experience and the potential for future growth in regulated markets

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:32 - The Genesis of FanDuel

05:05 - Navigating Early Challenges

09:53 - The Rise of Daily Fantasy Sports

15:01 - The Competitive Landscape

20:05 - Legal Battles and Industry Growth

24:56 - The Peak and Its Aftermath

30:17 - The Inside Information Controversy

33:09 - Legal Challenges and Regulatory Battles

36:16 - Merger Talks with DraftKings

40:48 - The Fallout from the Failed Merger

46:02 - The Exit to Flutter Entertainment

54:07 - Lessons Learned from Raising Capital

58:00 - Entering the Crypto Casino Space

01:01:54 - Innovating in the Gaming Experience

01:06:28 - Future of Crypto Regulation and Market Strategy

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #223 withJesse Learmonth, Founder of Bettingstartups

In this episode of the NEXT.io Podcast, Pierre Lindh and Jesse Learmonth dive deep into the evolving landscape of gaming startups in North America.

They also discuss the importance of solving pain points for operators, and the resilience of bootstrapped entrepreneurs, current investment trends, and the launch of The Starties, an award show dedicated to celebrating startup success in the gaming industry.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:34 - Sponsors

02:18 - Transitioning from Hobby to Business

09:31 - Dynamics of the US Gambling Market

17:22 - Innovative Startups in Gambling

24:33 - Exploring Gambly's AI Innovations

30:47 - Fluid Payments: Enhancing Cashier Experience

32:37 - Solving Pain Points for Operators

36:29 - Innovative Business Models in Gaming

41:31 - The Resilience of Bootstrapped Startups

47:07 - Emerging Startups to Watch

50:12 - Investing Trends in the Gaming Industry

52:46 - The Starties: Celebrating Startup Success

01:02:54 - Future Ambitions and Personal Reflections

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #222 with Sarah Robertson, CCO at Kambi.

In this NEXT.io Podcast episode, Pierre Lindh sits down with Sarah Robertson, CCO at Kambi, to discuss the company’s shift from a turnkey sports betting provider to a modular approach. They dive into how AI-driven odds are shaping the industry, the role of traders in an evolving landscape, and Kambi’s latest product innovations, including the Tzeract AI-powered trading platform.

The conversation also covers emerging markets, with a focus on Brazil, Texas, and California, and Kambi’s competitive strategy in an increasingly crowded space.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:30 - Sponsors

01:49 - Welcoming Sarah Robertson, CCO at Kambi

02:22 - Kambi’s Transformation: From Turnkey to Modular Approach

05:45 - The Shift from Turnkey to Modular

09:10 - Challenges & Opportunities in Repositioning Kambi

12:25 - AI in Sports Betting: The Role of Traders vs. AI-Driven Odds

15:54 - Tesseract: Kambi’s AI-Powered Trading Platform

19:08 - Global Product Roadmap & Key Tech Innovations

22:18 - Brazil’s Regulation & Kambi’s Expansion in LATAM

26:34 - Future Emerging Markets

30:00 - How Kambi Stays Ahead in a Crowded Market

34:20 - Kambi’s Vision & Growth Plans

37:30 - Closing Remarks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #19 of Vested Interest with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig & Benjie Cherniak.In this episode, Pierre, Lloyd and Benjie explore the rise of prediction markets in the U.S., the regulatory grey area between investing and gambling, and the disruptive potential of new betting models. They also discuss the evolution of competitive socialization venues like Topgolf, the tech behind real-money gaming integrations, and key lessons for investors and founders in iGaming.⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:31 - Sponsors02:01 - The explosion of prediction markets & the role of CFTC regulations05:10 - Are futures contracts just sports betting in disguise?09:14 - The impact of Robinhood & crypto platforms on the betting ecosystem17:12 - The rise of competitive socialization: Topgolf, darts, bowling & beyond21:40 - How real-money gaming is integrating into entertainment venues30:12 - The state of iGaming investment: What makes a successful exit?37:15 - Lessons from bootstrapped vs. VC-backed gaming ventures45:38 - Closing marks🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/409DefE06IKPhZzhDIDpH3?si=bf60dedab34e45bcApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/next-io-podcast/id1515442333CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/✩ Instagram - /nextdotio✩ X/Twitter - /nextdotio✩ LinkedIn - /nextdotioThis episode of NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #221 with David Mann, Chief Executive Officer at Swintt.

In this episode, Pierre sits down with David Mann, CEO of Swintt, to discuss the evolving landscape of game studios in iGaming. David also shares insights on Swintt’s strategy, partnerships, and the impact of regulation on game providers.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:28 - Sponsors

02:02 - Welcoming David Mann

02:50 - David’s Journey to CEO of Swintt

04:35 - Swintt’s Growth and Aggregation Model

06:11 - Regional Game Preferences

10:08 - Market Saturation and Competition

13:38 - Game Success: Quality vs. Commercial Push

17:10 - Industry Consolidation and Acquisitions

20:57 - Swintt’s Aggregation and Partnerships

23:50 - Scaling Aggregation and Challenges

26:53 - Partnering with Twin Win, Samurai, and Elysium

30:48 - The Future of Game Studios

32:00 - Live Casino Growth and Competition

35:48 - Regulation vs. Grey Markets

39:06 - Black Market and Channelization

41:36 - Gamification, Jackpots, and Player Trends

45:02 - The Game Studio Landscape in Three Years

46:47 - Closing Remarks and Industry Reflections

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #220 with Thomas Lefebvre, Co-Founder at Lagio GamingIn this episode, Thomas Lefebvre, Co-Founder at Lagio Gaming, opens up about the challenges and emotional journey of losing his business partner and mentor, Henri Etrillard. Discover how Thomas navigated the unexpected loss, kept the business afloat, and honored Henri’s legacy through resilience and innovation.

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Like so many of the people whose lives he touched, we were devastated to hear of the sudden and untimely death of our Weekly News co-host, Nico Jansen, on 9 January.Please join us, alongside a group of Nico’s close friends, as we take some time to reflect on Nico’s life, the impact he had on each of us, and the legacy he leaves behind.This special episode of Weekly News is dedicated to the memory of our beloved friend, Nico Jansen. To make a donation in support of Nico's family, please go to the following link: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfundi... May he forever rest in peace. 🕊💛

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #219 with James Curwen, CEO at Yggdrasil Gaming

In this episode, James Curwen, CEO at Yggdrasil Gaming, shares his journey of transforming a company in decline into a thriving, tech-driven industry leader. Discover his strategies for reinvention, leadership, and innovation in the competitive iGaming space. .

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:31 - Sponsors

01:50 - Welcoming James Curwen

02:30 - Tackling the challenges of turning a company around

04:06 - Why rapid action is crucial in a declining business

06:03 - Becoming the largest content aggregator

07:49 - Building a scalable tech platform and innovating with AI

10:46 - Balancing culture and connection

12:22 - The four pillars of transformation: Efficiency, sustainability, disruption, and innovation

18:48 - The risk of complacency: Reinventing before decline

20:08 - Why bravery and risk-taking are essential for leadership success

24:27 - Balancing being friendly vs. being a leader

27:27 - Fostering a culture of engagement and accountability

33:36 - Attributes of great leaders

40:19 - Building a high-performing, skilled team

45:02 - Letting go to move forward

50:18 - From decline to double growth

52:45 - What’s next? James’s vision for the future of the company

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we’re diving into the latest legislative developments in the iGaming world, covering major updates on Maryland, Virginia, Ukraine, and Thailand. Elsewhere, Ukraine’s president opts to enact legislation to close down the country’s gambling regulator.

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• Maryland legislature to debate online gambling legalization
  https://next.io/news/regulation/maryland-legislature-to-debate-online-gambling-legalisation/

• Virginia iGaming legislation makes its first appearance
  https://next.io/news/regulation/virginia-igaming-legislation-make-first-appearance/

• Ukraine President dissolves gambling regulator
  https://next.io/news/regulation/ukraine-president-dissolves-gambling-regulator/

• Thailand eyes legalizing online gambling
  https://next.io/news/regulation/thailand-eyes-legalising-online-gambling/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #218 with Shimon Akad, COO of Playtech

In this episode, Pierre Lindh sits down with Shimon Akad, COO of Playtech, to explore the cutting-edge innovations reshaping the iGaming industry. From Playtech’s strategic growth in North America and Brazil to its groundbreaking partnership with MGM Resorts, Shimon reveals how the company is blending land-based and online casinos for the ultimate player experience.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #217 with Joris Dekkers, author of The Las Vegas Book.In this episode, Pierre Lindh sits down with Joris Dekkers to uncover the untold stories and transformations that shaped Las Vegas into the entertainment capital of the world. From its mobster roots and glitzy casino empires to today’s corporate dominance and mega-events, Joris shares insights into the visionaries who built the city—and what its future might hold.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #216 with Phil Pearson, Chief Executive Officer at White Label Casinos.

In this special episode, Pierre Lindh and Phil Pearson take a deep dive into the biggest trends, challenges, and predictions for the iGaming industry in 2025 and beyond. From regulatory shifts and market fragmentation to the best and worst slot studios and game innovations, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and bold predictions.

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This week on a festive edition of NEXT.io Weekly News, Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen take you on a journey through the biggest stories of the year, month by month. From game-changing mergers to regulatory milestones and emerging markets, we’re wrapping up 2024 with the key moments that defined the iGaming industry.

🎄 Grab a cup of cocoa (or something stronger!) and join us as we celebrate the highlights, surprises, and unforgettable stories of the year.

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #215 with Max Trafimovich, CCO at SOFTSWISS.

We're back with the annual episode featuring the SOFTSWISS iGaming Trends Report! Pierre Lindh welcomes Max Trafimovich, CCO of SOFTSWISS, to uncover the most important trends shaping iGaming in 2025.

Max Trafimovich shares insights on how regulatory fragmentation is shaping global iGaming, the transformative potential of AI in personalization and security, and how operators can unlock new opportunities through mergers, acquisitions, and strategic market entries.

Download the report here 👉🏻 http://bit.ly/49OlyIA

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

00:23 – Sponsors

01:42 – Welcoming Max Trafimovich back to the podcast

02:00 – Overview of the 2024 iGaming Report

03:08 – Purpose of the report and its goals

05:05 – Research methodology and data sources

06:45 – Key trends and prospects in the iGaming industry for 2025

09:03 – Four key segments in the report

09:24 – UK: grey market growth and its implications for global regulation

13:18 – Preparing for fragmented regulatory landscapes

19:32 – When is the right time for M&A or new market entry?

22:41 – SOFTSWISS’ M&A activities and rationale behind recent acquisitions

25:28 – The rise of sports betting as a central focus for casino platforms

29:12 – The growing potential of eSports betting

31:08 – Trends to avoid in 2025 and the reality of AI applications

33:13 – Opportunities and challenges in 2025

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🎙NEXT.io Podcast #18 of Vested Interest, with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig & Benjie Cherniak.

In this episode, we dive into Robinhood’s surprising potential entry into the sports betting industry, the rise of federally regulated prediction markets, and how non-gaming giants like Amazon and X (Twitter) could disrupt the iGaming space. We also review the biggest M&A moves of 2024 and uncover the secrets behind successful exits.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and sponsors.

02:21 - Robinhood’s potential move into the U.S. sports betting sector.

05:10 - How Robinhood could disrupt the industry and potential strategies.

09:55 - The evolution of prediction markets and regulatory considerations.

17:07 - Exploring disruptive forces from outside the iGaming industry.

24:48 - Could companies like Amazon or X (Twitter) enter the gaming space?

30:12 - A year-end review of M&A activity in 2024 and standout deals.

37:15 - Lessons from successful exits: Bootstrapped vs. VC-backed ventures.

45:38 - Closing remarks and predictions for 2025.

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Join us for a special episode of Weekly News exploring the findings of our new hashtag#SouthAfrica report.

Discover the South African hashtag#iGaming landscape, including emerging trends, player preferences, and market forecasts.

Check out the South Africa report here 👉 https://next.io/next-igaming-market-in-focus-south-africa-report/

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Max Tesla from Blask and Sasha Boerma

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #213 with Nick Patrick, Co-Founder and CEO of Radar.

In this episode, Pierre sits down with Nick Patrick, Co-Founder and CEO of Radar, to dive into the transformative role of geolocation technology in iGaming and beyond. From Radar’s roots at Foursquare to its cutting-edge solutions for fraud detection and compliance, Nick shares the story of how his team is redefining location-based services.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

00:02 – Sponsors

03:03 – Founding Radar: From Foursquare to geolocation innovation

05:28 – Tackling geolocation challenges and the cat-and-mouse game

07:44 – Regulatory fines and VPN detection in Europe

08:55 – Current and future technology for VPN detection

13:48 – Understanding location spoofing and its implications

16:24 – The ongoing battle between geolocation providers and bad actors

19:04 – How operators detect VPN usage and its limitations

22:13 – Lessons from other industries: Retail, restaurants, and logistics

26:10 – Opportunities for geolocation in sports stadiums and live venues

28:32 – Radar’s international expansion plans and focus areas

31:22 – Emerging trends in geolocation and innovative solutions

35:57 – Improvements in GPS accuracy and indoor positioning

36:10 – Radar’s vision for the next three years

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #213 with Pierre and Ashley Lang, CEO of Pragmatic Solutions

Ashley shares insights on how platform technologies drive innovation, the transformative role of real-time data in player engagement, and how operators can unlock new opportunities by leveraging AI, flexible integrations, and a customer-first approach.

From game content curation to building a scalable business in regulated markets, Ashley offers a masterclass in what it takes to thrive in an ever-complex iGaming landscape.

⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction and Overview

01:10 – Ashley’s journey in iGaming

02:20 – How iGaming has changed since the 1990s

06:30 – Early challenges in iGaming platforms

09:45 – Impact of the shift to mobile

12:50 – Role of marketing in iGaming growth

15:30 – Real-time data and player retention

24:12 – AI in iGaming: Opportunities and realities

33:50 – How shared wallets changed the game

41:30 – Game content curation with metadata

52:00 – Pragmatic Solutions’ operator approach

01:00:00 – What is the Connected Series?

01:05:00 – Importance of vendor collaboration

01:10:30 – Flexibility through integration

01:15:20 – Challenges in adopting new tech

01:20:45 – Data-driven insights for players

01:30:10 – Trends in platform technology

01:40:50 – Advice for operators today

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we’re diving into the latest developments in the iGaming world, covering major updates on BC.Game, Cirsa, Rivalry, and Cbet.

BC.Game has shut down its UK operations, raising questions about the platform's future in key markets. Meanwhile, Cirsa's parent company, Blackstone, has announced plans for a 2025 IPO, signaling a bold move for the gaming giant. Rivalry’s Q3 2024 financial results are in, showcasing impressive growth amid fierce competition. Finally, Cbet faces a new challenge as PSG Curaçao files a bankruptcy claim, adding to the complexity of the jurisdiction’s gaming ecosystem.

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• BC.Game closes UK site

https://next.io/news/casino/bc-game-closes-uk-site/

• Blackstone plans 2025 IPO for Cirsa

https://next.io/news/investment/blackstone-plans-2025-ipo-for-cirsa/

• Rivalry Q3 2024 results

https://next.io/news/results/rivalry-q3-2024-results/

• PSG Curaçao bankruptcy claim against Cbet

https://next.io/news/marketing/psg-curacao-bankruptcy-claim-cbet/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #212 with Tania Johannisson, Founder of Amplific

In this episode, we sit down with Tania Johannisson, founder of Amplific and former Director of Risk at Evolution, to explore her journey from building a billion-dollar iGaming powerhouse to launching her own venture.

Tania opens up about the challenges of balancing high achievement with well-being, overcoming burnout, and the neuroscience behind resilience. She also shares how her new company helps businesses turn risk and compliance into opportunities for innovation and growth.

⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction and Overview

00:26 – Sponsor

01:53 – Tania’s Background: From Latvia to Evolution

03:03 – The start of Tania’s career and the journey to Evolution

06:14 – Reflections on building Evolution’s risk department

07:18 – Experiences and challenges while working at Evolution

10:11 – The ways Evolution shaped Tania’s professional identity

13:31 – Identifying the onset of burnout and its initial signs

18:02 – The symptoms of burnout and the difficulty in recognizing them

22:29 – Turning points in managing and recovering from burnout

29:34 – Insights into the neuroscience of stress and burnout recovery

36:39 – The journey of learning to slow down and create balance

39:08 – Transitioning to entrepreneurship and the vision behind Amplific

46:24 – Amplific’s mission and how it stands out in the industry

51:04 – Tania’s vision for herself and Amplific in the next three years

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we’re covering major developments in Curaçao’s gambling industry. BC.Game is under fire as its licence may be revoked following bankruptcy and regulatory scrutiny.

Meanwhile, allegations of fraud and embezzlement involving key industry figures cast a shadow over the jurisdiction’s efforts to reform its licensing process. With Curaçao’s role as a global licensing hub, these stories could signal big changes ahead for operators worldwide.

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• BC.Game declared bankrupt amid regulatory review

https://next.io/news/regulation/bc-game-declared-bankrupt/

• Curaçao regulator moves to revoke BC.Game licence

https://next.io/news/casino/curacao-gambling-regulator-revoke-bc-game-licence/

• Fraud allegations spark reform in Curaçao licensing

https://next.io/news/regulation/silvania-galea-fraud-embezzlement-allegations-new-gambling-licences/

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #211 with Ruzanna Elchyan, Head of Gaming at BetConstruct. Ruzanna Elchyan, Head of Gaming at BetConstruct, joins Pierre Lindh for an engaging conversation about her 12+ years in the iGaming industry, BetConstruct’s innovative projects, and Armenia’s emergence as a global iGaming hub.In this episode, Ruzanna shares insights into the evolution of iGaming, from technological advancements to the rise of feature-rich and branded games. She also discusses BetConstruct’s exciting projects like the Ortak NFT Marketplace and BFTH Arena, along with her perspective on building relationships in the fast-paced world of gaming.⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Introduction00:04: Sponsors: Pragmatic Play & Pragmatic Solutions01:11: Welcoming Ruzanna: Her Journey in iGaming02:21: Ruzanna’s Background: From Georgia to Armenia05:48: Her Role as Head of Gaming at BetConstruct08:06: Technological Evolution in the iGaming Industry10:00: The Rise of Branded and Feature-Rich Games13:01: BetConstruct’s Key Projects: BFTH Arena & Ortak NFT Marketplace17:10: Armenia as an iGaming Hub19:02: The Launch of the “Your Health” App and FTM Cryptocurrency20:54: Ruzanna’s Advice to Young Professionals in iGaming22:17: Exciting Plans for BetConstruct in 2024🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/409DefE...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/ne...CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website: https://next.io/✩ Instagram: /nextdotio✩ X/Twitter: /nextdotio✩ LinkedIn: /nextdotioThis episode of NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/\Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/Episode sponsored by:https://www.creedroomz.com/

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #210 with Valeriia Virchenko, Head of Talent Acquisition at Pin-Up Global.

We sit down with Valeriia Virchenko, Head of Talent Acquisition at Pin-Up Global, to uncover the secrets behind their phenomenal growth. Valeriia dives into Pin-Up's dynamic culture and innovative hiring strategies, sharing tips for standing out in interviews and building a thriving career in iGaming.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

00:26 – Sponsor

01:23 – Valeriia’s Background and Transition into Recruitment

02:09 – Pin-Up’s Rapid Growth and Talent Acquisition Strategy

04:28 – Tips for Succeeding in iGaming Interviews

07:18 – Key Qualities Pin-Up Looks for in Candidates

09:20 – Outstanding Examples of Interview Preparation

10:36 – Life Hacks for Reducing Interview Anxiety

11:20 – Pin-Up’s Work Culture: Dynamic and Fast-Paced

12:15 – Personality Traits and Values Pin-Up Prioritizes

13:14 – How to Excel as a Team Player at Pin-Up

14:24 – Challenges in Recruitment and Retention at Pin-Up

16:33 – Plans for Future B2B HR Products and Tools

17:04 – Closing Marks

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we’re breaking down major mergers and acquisitions shaking up the gaming and tech landscape! Bally’s shareholders approve its takeover by Standard General, while Everi Holdings goes private with backing from Apollo Global Management.

Meanwhile, Endeavor’s management takes full control of OpenBet and IMG Arena, signaling a strategic realignment, and Aristocrat’s Pixel United offloads Plarium, shifting focus to new opportunities.🗞 Read the full stories here:- Bally’s shareholders approve Standard General takeoverhttps://next.io/news/investment/ballys-shareholders-approve-takeover-standard-general/- Everi shareholders greenlight Apollo's take-private dealhttps://next.io/news/investment/everi-shareholders-approve-apollo-take-private/- Endeavor takes full control of OpenBet and IMG Arenahttps://next.io/news/investment/endeavor-management-buyout-openbet-img-arena/- Pixel United sells Plarium as Aristocrat sharpens its strategyhttps://next.io/news/investment/aristocrats-pixel-united-sells-plarium/Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #206 with Rickard Vikström, Founder and CEO at Internet VikingsRickard Vikström, CEO and founder of Internet Vikings, returns for an in-depth discussion about the company’s progress and the future of the rapidly changing iGaming infrastructure landscape.Four years after his first appearance, Rickard reflects on Internet Vikings’ significant growth, its expansion into the US market, and the company’s strategic focus on building sustainable infrastructure solutions for iGaming businesses across key markets, including North America and Europe.⏰ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction00:43 – Sponsors02:01 – Welcoming Rickard03:16 – G2E Conference Insights05:15 - The Growing Trend of the Sweepstakes Model07:05 - Reflecting on Predictions for the U.S. iGaming Market09:31 – MGM acquiring LeoVegas12:12 – The Future of BetMGM, Entain, and MGM’s Relationship16:05 – How COVID Accelerated Online Gambling for Land-Based Casinos19:00 - Innovation Coming from New Market Entrants23:57 – Comparing the iGaming Industry in 2020 vs. 202430:08 – The Shift Away from Regulation as the Focus in Gambling33:55 – The Future of Sweepstakes and Crypto in Gambling37:27 – Blurring Lines Between Gaming and Social Games39:45 - Election Forecasting using Betting markets like Polymarkets43:44 – Predictions on Crypto Casinos in the Next Four Years47:03 – Growth Opportunities in Other Markets: Africa and Asia54:16 - Internet Vikings’ growth and success in the U.S. market57:57 – Predictions on the acquisition of major slot providers and online brands01:02:00 - The role of AI in the future of game production01:09:29 - Innovations translating into land-based casinos01:14:06: Internet Vikings’ success on the company's growth01:17:19: The future of U.S. state legislation01:21:03: Closing remarks🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextdotioCONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/✩ Instagram - / nextdotio✩ X/Twitter - / nextdotio✩ LinkedIn - / nextdotio_____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #206 with Rickard Vikström, Founder and CEO at Internet VikingsRickard Vikström, CEO and founder of Internet Vikings, returns for an in-depth discussion about the company’s progress and the future of the rapidly changing iGaming infrastructure landscape.Four years after his first appearance, Rickard reflects on Internet Vikings’ significant growth, its expansion into the US market, and the company’s strategic focus on building sustainable infrastructure solutions for iGaming businesses across key markets, including North America and Europe.⏰ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction00:43 – Sponsors02:01 – Welcoming Rickard03:16 – G2E Conference Insights05:15 - The Growing Trend of the Sweepstakes Model07:05 - Reflecting on Predictions for the U.S. iGaming Market09:31 – MGM acquiring LeoVegas12:12 – The Future of BetMGM, Entain, and MGM’s Relationship16:05 – How COVID Accelerated Online Gambling for Land-Based Casinos19:00 - Innovation Coming from New Market Entrants23:57 – Comparing the iGaming Industry in 2020 vs. 202430:08 – The Shift Away from Regulation as the Focus in Gambling33:55 – The Future of Sweepstakes and Crypto in Gambling37:27 – Blurring Lines Between Gaming and Social Games39:45 - Election Forecasting using Betting markets like Polymarkets43:44 – Predictions on Crypto Casinos in the Next Four Years47:03 – Growth Opportunities in Other Markets: Africa and Asia54:16 - Internet Vikings’ growth and success in the U.S. market57:57 – Predictions on the acquisition of major slot providers and online brands01:02:00 - The role of AI in the future of game production01:09:29 - Innovations translating into land-based casinos01:14:06: Internet Vikings’ success on the company's growth01:17:19: The future of U.S. state legislation01:21:03: Closing remarks🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextdotioCONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/✩ Instagram - / nextdotio✩ X/Twitter - / nextdotio✩ LinkedIn - / nextdotio_____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we’re covering Missouri’s long-awaited legalization of sports betting, marking a big win for the Midwest market. Plus, DraftKings faces a class-action lawsuit in New York, Bally’s sells off its Asian interactive business to double down on US investments, and Elon Musk’s lawsuit heads back to state court, a shift with potential legal ripples for high-profile figures.🗞 Read the full stories here:

• Missouri sports betting legalized after years of efforts
• DraftKings hit with class-action lawsuit in New York
• Bally’s offloads Asian interactive business to management team
• Elon Musk lawsuit remanded to state court

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🎙Welcome to episode #17 of Vested Interest, with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig & Benjie Cherniak.

Dive deep into the latest developments in election betting, the rise of federally regulated prediction markets, their impact on the gaming industry, and the legal battles surrounding sweepstakes operators in the U.S.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Sponsors

02:55 - Overview of the prediction markets and their rise in the U.S.

15:23 - Shift to the sweepstakes industry and its legal challenges.

21:01 - Discussion on the broader implications of sweepstakes regulation.

28:04 - Entrepreneurship and decision-making in challenging business scenarios.

42:37 - Closing remarks and strategies for following the election night.

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, major shifts are underway in the iGaming sector. DraftKings has laid off 101 New Jersey employees, while Caesars Entertainment has cut positions within its Sportsbook creative team, reflecting cost-cutting trends.

Meanwhile, Glitnor Group’s acquisition of OneCasino highlights ongoing consolidation in the industry. These moves signal a focus on streamlined operations as companies adapt to changing market dynamics.

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• Exclusive: DraftKings to shutter NJ live dealer studio, lay off 101 staff
• https://next.io/news/casino/exclusive-draftkings-lay-off-101-nj-staff/
• Exclusive: Caesars cuts creative team behind sportsbook app launchhttps://next.io/news/people/caesars-cuts-creative-team-behind-sportsbook-app/
• Glitnor Group to acquire OneCasino in major European expansionhttps://next.io/news/investment/glitnor-group-to-acquire-onecasino/

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The consequential US election is just days away. In this episode we catch up with long standing democrat, political expert and gambling veteran Bill Pascrell III on what to look out for during election night, as well as his thoughts on the rise of prediction markets in this cycle.

Bill, aka BP3 also talks about the debate around online sportsbetting and gambling right now and what to expect as we move forward into the next political cycle

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Sponsors

01:22 - Welcoming Bill Pascrell

05:52 - Election Cycle Expectations

09:22 - U.S. Election Structure & Electoral College Explanation

10:55 - Post-Election Expectations

14:28 - Observations on Political Polarization

17:45 - Betting Markets vs. Traditional Polling

23:31 - Strategies for Election Night

32:57 - Personal Plans for Election Night

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This special NEXT.io episode brings Pierre Lindh together live with Benjie Cherniak and Lloyd Danzig for a powerhouse discussion on startup essentials.

From mastering fundraising and sidestepping common pitfalls to smart valuation tactics and navigating M&A, they share real-world insights every entrepreneur needs to hear to drive their business forward!

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:42 - Sponsors

02:48 - Biggest Fundraising Mistakes

05:01 - Valuation Focus and Risks

08:00 - Overvaluation Consequences

11:06 - Deciding the Right Time for M&A

15:02 - Personal Factors in M&A Decisions

18:04 - Highlighted Investments

21:32 - Closing Remarks

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we cover significant shifts in the iGaming business landscape. Catena Media is reducing its workforce in response to an expected revenue drop, signaling a strategic adjustment to its operational focus.

Meanwhile, XLMedia has announced the sale of its remaining assets to Sportradar, marking a pivotal move in its ongoing restructuring efforts.

🗞 Read the full stories here:

• XLMedia to sell remaining assets to Sportradar in $30m deal

https://next.io/news/investment/xlmedia-to-sell-remaining-assets-to-sportradar/

• Catena Media cuts jobs, expects revenue to drop at least 30% in Q3

https://next.io/news/people/catena-media-cuts-jobs-expects-revenue-drop/
Social betting firm Dabble mulls Nasdaq or ASX IPO

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. Be cool, be curious, be in the know!_____This episode is brought to you by:Playson: https://playson.com/ Sponsored by: Hub88.io: https://hub88.io/

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Join us on NEXT.io Weekly News as we discuss the UK Treasury’s consideration of increasing gambling taxes, and the strong industry backlash it has prompted. Industry leaders, including the Betting and Gaming Council and Flutter's CEO, argue against the hike, citing potential negative impacts. Additionally, we'll cover DraftKings' acquisition of Mustard Golf and Openbox's purchase of Boldplay, highlighting strategic expansions in the sector.🗞 Read the full stories here:- UK Treasury considering £3bn gambling sector tax hike https://next.io/news/regulation/uk-treasury-gambling-sector-tax-hike/- BGC calls out “fantasy economics” in UK tax hike debatehttps://next.io/news/regulation/bgc-calls-out-fantasy-economics-tax-hike-debate/- Flutter CEO: Sharp gambling tax hike “in no one’s interest”https://next.io/news/regulation/flutter-ceo-tax-hike-in-no-ones-interest/- DraftKings acquires golf pricing supplier Mustard Golfhttps://next.io/news/investment/draftkings-acquires-mustard-golf/-Content distributor Openbox acquires game studio Boldplay https://next.io/news/investment/openbox-acquires-game-studio-boldplay/Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. Be cool, be curious, be in the know!_____This episode is brought to you by:Playson: https://playson.com/ Sponsored by: Hub88.io: https://hub88.io/

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Join us on this week’s NEXT.io Weekly News for key updates in the iGaming sector. We cover Playtech's lawsuit against Games Global over IP infringement and the backlash against Playtech’s $100 million bonus scheme. Additionally, we spotlight Wynn Resorts' significant strides in the UAE, including securing a pioneering gaming license and boosting their resort budget.🗞 Read the full stories here:- Exclusive: Playtech sues Games Global for IP infringement after spying claimshttps://next.io/news/casino/playtech-sues-games-global-ip-infringement/- Playtech investors slam €100m executive bonus schemehttps://next.io/news/investment/playtech-investors-slam-100m-bonus-scheme/- Wynn Al Marjan secures first gaming licence in the UAE https://next.io/news/regulation/wynn-secures-first-uae-gaming-licence/-Wynn increases UAE resort budget by 31% to $5.1bn https://next.io/news/casino/wynn-increases-uae-resort-budget/Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. Be cool, be curious, be in the know!_____This episode is brought to you by:Playson: https://playson.com/ Sponsored by: Hub88.io: https://hub88.io/

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we spotlight major regulatory updates from Brazil and the US. Brazil's Finance Minister unveils a strict enforcement plan for iGaming, and temporary bans affect major brands during the transition.

Meanwhile, in the US, Kalshi prepares to relaunch election betting, and California tribes gain the right to sue cardrooms, potentially altering the gambling landscape.

🗞 Read the full stories here:

- Brazil’s finance minister outlines illegal gambling enforcement plan

https://next.io/news/regulation/brazil-finance-minister-outlines-enforcement-plan/

- Brazil bars major brands from market during transition phase

https://next.io/news/regulation/brazil-bars-major-brands-transition-phase/

- Kilt to launch election bets again after winning latest legal fight

https://next.io/news/regulation/kalshi-to-launch-election-bets-again/

- California tribes able to sue cardrooms after Newsom signs bill

https://next.io/news/regulation/california-tribes-able-to-sue-cardrooms/

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #205 with Matevž Mazij, CEO of Bragg Gaming Group.

In this NEXT.io Podcast episode, Matevž Mazij, CEO of Bragg Gaming Group, returns for an in-depth discussion about the company’s progress and the future in the rapidly evolving iGaming industry.

A year after his first appearance in the studio, Matevž reflects on Bragg’s growth, new leadership hires, and strategic focus on key markets including North America, Latin America, and Europe.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

00:31 – Sponsors

01:34 – Welcoming Matevž

02:28 – Overview of Bragg Gaming’s business model

05:00 – A year in review: Bragg’s strategic progress

07:00 – Strengthening the executive leadership team

10:05 – Industry M&A trends and their impact on Bragg

12:15 – Long-term strategy for achieving profitability

16:30 – Bragg’s growth in regulated markets

20:20 – Key growth opportunities for Bragg

24:20 – How to grow revenue in the US market

27:30 – Competition in the US market

31:50 – The online lottery landscape

35:27 – Focus on the Canada market

37:54 – Opportunities in the Latin American market

41:01 – Growth opportunities in Europe and emerging regulations

46:00 – Strategic goals for Bragg over the next year

48:03 – Closing remarks and future outlook

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #204 with Oleg Profatylo, Head of Marketing, Playson

In this episode, Oleg Profatylo discusses the evolving landscape of B2B marketing, comparing it with B2C strategies and highlighting the key trends shaping the future. He shares invaluable insights on brand building, lead generation, and the importance of a people-centric approach in today's business world. Learn how to balance long-term brand growth with short-term sales goals, and discover the essential tools every B2B marketer needs to succeed in 2024.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

00:27 - Sponsors

01:42 - Welcoming Oleg Profatylo

03:01 - Key Differences Between B2B and B2C Marketing

06:11 - Building Reputation

08:03 - Marketing Trends for 2024

11:02 – Personalization in B2B Marketing

16:14 – Balancing Brand Building and Lead Generation

18:25 - Essential Marketing Tools for B2B Strategy

23:06 – How to Stand Out in an Increasingly B2B Landscape

27:27 – The Role of AI in B2B Marketing

30:50 – Common Mistakes in B2B Marketing

33:31 – Oleg’s Strategy for Playson’s Marketing Success

36:46 - Oleg's Top B2B Brands

40:00 – Closing Marks

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Join us this week on NEXT.io Weekly News as we delve into Light & Wonder's stock decline following a legal injunction against their Dragon Train game. We'll explore how analysts view this as a potential investment opportunity.

Additionally, we highlight WA Technology's acquisition of Onseo and Boyd Gaming’s purchase of Resorts Digital’s online operations, assessing their impacts on the tech and gaming sectors.

🗞 Read the full stories here:

- Light & Wonder hit with injunction in Dragon Link infringement case

https://next.io/news/casino/light-wonder-injunction-dragon-link-case/

- Truist: Light & Wonder 20% stock dip a ‘buying opportunity’

https://next.io/news/investment/truist-light-wonder-stock-dip-buying-opportunity/

- WA.Technology acquires Onseo in multi-million euro deal

https://next.io/news/investment/wa-technology-acquires-onseo/

- Boyd Interactive grows NJ presence with Resorts Digital acquisition

https://next.io/news/investment/boyd-acquires-resorts-digital-online-operation/

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #203 with Leo Judkins, Wellbeing & Performance Coach, Habit Rewire.

In this episode, Leo Judkins and Pierre discuss turning managers into high-performance leaders. They cover the Peter Principle, avoiding micromanagement, effective delegation, and preventing burnout. Key takeaways include the difference between managers and leaders, building team trust, and transitioning from task-focused management to empowering leadership.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:42 - Sponsors

02:01 - Peter Principle in Fast-Growing Markets

04:28 - Advice to Avoid the Peter Principle

06:35 - Can Everyone Become a Great Leader?

08:25 - Red Threads Leaders Struggle With

09:53 - Balancing Autonomy and Micromanagement

13:23 - Is Micromanagement Always Bad?

16:43 - Performance Management and Trust in Teams

20:22 - How Perfectionism Impacts Leadership

22:15 - Preventing Burnout in New Managers

24:44 - Struggling With Doubts and Creating Healthy Environments

28:37 - Recognizing an Unsustainable Work Environment

30:02 - Stress Management

31:11 - Gaining Trust as a New Leader

34:50 - Learning to Be a Great Leader

41:42 - Differences Between Managers and Leaders

43:20 - Closing Marks

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #202 with Jesper Svensson, CEO of Betsson Group.

Betsson Group was one of the first companies to enter the LATAM market. We discuss with Jesper Svensson, CEO of Betsson Group, the early stages, the challenges they faced, and how the market has evolved. Jesper also analyzes current opportunities in other regions, such as the U.S., Africa, and addresses regulatory hurdles in Europe.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:37 - Sponsors

01:36 - Welcoming Jesper

02:50 - Industry Changes in the last 20 years

05:15 - Strategic Decision to Focus on Latin America

09:01 - US B2B and B2C Strategy Test Case

14:12 - Sweeps Stakes and Opportunities in the U.S.

16:07 - Early Entry into Latin America

20:13 - Increasing Competition in Latin America

20:21 - Brazil's Regulatory Environment

25:12 - Challenges Entering New Markets: Africa

28:33 - Legal and Regulatory Challenges in Europe

33:16 - Black Market Operators vs. Regulated Markets

37:04 - Regulators and Black Market Operators

41:38 - Malta's Role in the iGaming Industry

44:43 - Betsson’s M&A Strategy

47:23 - Trends in the Industry: Local Heroes

50:07 - Dealing with the Pressure from being the CEO

53:01 - Betsson in Three Years Time

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, Conor and Nico discuss a plethora of iGaming M&As, including Flutter's £2.3bn purchase of Snaitech, FDJ's acquisition of Kindred, and more.

Tune in to Weekly News live every Thursday at 3pm CET on YouTube, LinkedIn, and X.

🗞 Read the full stories:- Flutter buys Snaitech from Playtech for £2.3bn

https://next.io/news/investment/flutter-buys-snaitech-from-playtech/

- EveryMatrix makes €18.5m public offer for Fantasma⁠

https://next.io/news/investment/everymatrix-makes-public-offer-fantasma/⁠

- FDJ brings forward Kindred closing date to October

https://next.io/news/investment/fdj-brings-forward-kindred-closing-date-october/

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #201 with Vladimir Malakchi, CEO of Xanada InvestmentsPierre Lindh and Vladimir Malakchi, CEO of Xanada Investments, discuss the keys to successful fundraising, the importance of clear pitch decks, and how investors bring more than just capital—they offer expertise, networks, and trust. ⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction: Analysing mistakes and risks

00:31 - Example of startups: "No competitors" myth

00:37 - Sponsors: Pragmatic Solutions and Pragmatic Play

01:32 - Podcast begins: Welcoming Vladimir from Xanada Investments

02:23 - Xanada Investments: Background and challenges

04:50 - Strategies for scaling businesses with investors

06:14 - Avoiding dependency on single clients

07:18 - The role of investment funds beyond capital

09:04 - Importance of a clear and concise pitch deck

11:03 - Keeping it simple: The “Apple rule” for clarity

13:02 - Capturing investor attention through concise pitches

16:07 - Networking to stand out in the investment landscape

18:06 - Accessibility of iGaming investors

19:25 - People vs. ideas: What investors focus on

22:04 - Founders’ energy and commitment over ideas

24:40 - Handling failure and turning it into opportunity

27:04 - Showing investors how you cover risks

30:40 - The rise of CIS products in the iGaming industry

43:00 - Xanada Investments' goals for the next three years

46:04 - Closing remarks: Advice for founders🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextdotioCONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/ ✩ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nextdotio/✩ X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/nextdotio✩ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/nextdotio_____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:

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🎙 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 - Introduction00:30 - Sponsors 01:23 - 200 episodes! 04:29 - Welcoming Carolina Estrada Duque06:48 - Carolina's Life Story 10:22 - Overcoming Scarcity and Hunger14:10 - Cultivating Resilience and a Positive mindset17:37 - Surviving a Life-Threatening Incident22:13 - Impact of Childhood on Current Traits26:12 - Mechanisms for coping with frequent moves30:15 - Turning Adversity into Motivation for Success35:45 - First Job and Independence at Age 1237:38 - Starting a New Chapter in Malta48:00 - Reflections on Career Opportunities in Malta 52:20 - Supporting Refugee Children in Malta55:01 - Staying Positive After a Difficult Childhood57:25 – The Four Agreements Book01:06:33 - How Childhood Shaped Carolina’s Professional Success1:10:06 – Gratitude for Reaching Success01:13:01 - Future Ambitions 01:15:16 - Closing Marks🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextdotio CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/ ✩ Instagram - @next.io✩ Linkedin - https://mt.linkedin.com/company/nextdotio _____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/ Episode sponsored by:https://www.creedroomz.com/

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🎙 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 leadership.

14:00 - Breaking down life like a game

15:53 - The concept of good and evil

20:04 - Cooperation and collective winning in life

25:24 - Defining success and examples from history

29:20 - Life-Lessons learned from Poker

35:39 - Mental fortitude in high-stakes poker games.

40:19 - Risk-taking in poker and life

46:51 - Bots and GTO poker: Threats to online poker.

52:12 - What’s next for Jungleman:

54:55 - Closing marks

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🎙️ 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 products.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:54 - Welcoming Lloyd and Benjie

02:39 - Overview of Micro-Betting

04:02 - DraftKings Acquisition of Simplebet

08:50 - Impact on Competitors

10:30 - Impact on Cura Sports and Competitors

12:33 - Initial Skepticism Around Micro-Betting

17:25 - Welcoming Joey Levy and Tomash Devenishek

18:16 - Early days at Simplebet

24:25 - Future of Micro-Betting

28:46 - Tomash Devenishek on Global Expansion

31:00 - Advantages and Disadvantages on Micro-Betting

35:10 - Joey Levy on Betr

39:00 - Joey Levy’s Entrepreneurial Lessons

41:32 - Tomas on the Future of Sports Betting UX (41:32 - 43:08)

43:08 - Closing Remarks

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NEXT.io Weekly News Live Stream📅 Every Thursday at 3 PM CET📍 Streaming across all our social media platforms🎙️ Hosted by Conor Mulheir and Zak Thomas-AkooThis 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 rumourshttps://next.io/news/investment/kambi...- Philippines police ramp up POGOs crackdown after raidhttps://next.io/news/regulation/phili...- Betsson confirms B2C US exit, prepares to halt Colorado operationshttps://next.io/news/betting/betsson-...- Revpanda acquires Leetz Media to create Revpanda Grouphttps://next.io/news/investment/revpa...This week's sessions are brought to you by Playson and Sponsored by Hub88.

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🎙 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

01:32 - Karolina's Journey
02:55 - Entrepreneurial Journey & the First Major Exit

06:09 - The process of Selling BeyondPlay
10:10 - Life After the Entrepreneurial Exit

16:09 - Challenges of an Intense Workload
20:39 - The Responsibility as an Entrepreneur

25:01 - The Realities on Mental Health.

31:55 - Adjusting to New Roles and Motherhood
35:55 - Reflections on Productivity and Work-Life Balance

39:06 - Different Scenarios at Entrepreneurship to Be Productive

45:39 - Coping Mechanisms for Efficiency

55:07 - Shadow work vs. Deep-Focus Work Concept

58:00 - Looking to the Future & Investing in Female Founders

01:02:07 - Advice for New Founders

01:09:11 - Investor Perspective and Building Credibility

01:16:10 - The Next Steps for Karolina

01:18:28 - Closing Marks

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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 expanding Australian operations

– Spribe and Flutter’s Adjarabet lose $330m Georgian copyright case

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📰 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.

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🎙 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 engagement and future ambitions, including a potential leap into the North American market. ⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Intro1:49 - Welcoming Brais Pena Sanchez02:32 - Brais's Journey with Stake05:54 - Trust and Security in Crypto Casinos8:24 - Reasons for Stake's Success10:21 - Brand Ambassadorship Strategy15:29 - Partnerships with Sports Organizations (UFC and Formula One)17:01 - Streaming Partnerships Strategy18:48 - Responsible Gambling 20:58 - Reaction to Twitch's Gambling Ban and Launch of Kick23:32 - Growth and Future of Kick25:04 - Other Ventures within Easygo27:16 - Managing Hyper Growth 31:16 - Leadership and Company Culture33:21 - Regulated Markets and Expansion Plans36:31 - New Generation of Crypto Casinos37:56 - Community Building and Player Engagement44:09 - Trends in iGaming, Crypto, and Streaming46:54 - Ambition for Easygo and Stake49:05 - Potential Entry into the North American Market🔔 LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/409DefE...🔗 CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/ ✩ Instagram - @next.io✩ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/next..._____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/

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🎙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, the transition from retail to digital operations, and Caesars' strategic approach to growth and innovation in the competitive online gaming market.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:42 - Welcoming Guests

02:23 - Build vs. Buy Strategies

05:21 - Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) in the Industry

07:09 - Micro-Betting and Pricing Trends

09:00 - Impact on B2B Suppliers

14:11 - DraftKings Pricing Surcharge Discussion

31:21 - EriK Hession's Professional Journey

34:34 - Transition from Retail to Digital Operations

37:18 - Build vs. Buy Strategy and Zero Flux Acquisition

43:13 - M&A Integration Challenges

46:10 - DraftKings Pricing Surcharge Reaction

48:10 - Growth Opportunities for Caesars

50:50 - Exploring International Expansion

52:57 - Closing Marks

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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.

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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://next.io/news/regulation/thailand-draft-regulations-casino-licence-fees/

- Wynn bullish on UAE progress, buys more land amid strong Q2 results:

https://next.io/news/results/wynn-bullish-on-uae-progress/

- India considers simplifying RMG foreign investment rules:

https://next.io/news/investment/india-considers-simplifying-rmg-investment-rules/

- DraftKings announces winnings surcharge in high-tax states:

https://next.io/news/betting/draftkings-announces-winnings-surcharge-high-tax-states/

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.

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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 story here:

• New Zealand to launch online casino licensing regime by 2026:

https://next.io/news/regulation/new-zealand-licencing-system-online-casinos-2026/

• DraftKings ditches NFT marketplace following class action lawsuit:

https://next.io/news/regulation/draftkings-ditches-nft-marketplace/

• Third Planet Affiliates acquires Props.com for an undisclosed sum:

https://next.io/news/investment/third-planet-acquires-props-dotcom/

• Stake expands into Italy with Idealbet acquisition:

https://next.io/news/investment/stake-acquires-idealbet/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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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

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🎙️ 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 - Introduction

0:24 - Sponsors

1:43 - Introduction to the episode.

2:02 - Regulated online gambling and sports betting space in the US Updates

6:08 - Emphasis on ROI and adding value.

9:28 - International Companies Expansion.

13:06 - Repeal of PASPA and its changes in investment strategies over the years.

17:06 - Venture capital dynamics and founder focus.

22:23 - Doubling down on existing investments

28:51 - Case study on Canadian operator Betty.

36:28 - Financial performance and achievements of Betty.

45:34 - Rapid fire questions.

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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 the full story here:

• Washington DC’s competitive online sports betting market goes live

https://next.io/news/regulation/washington-dc-competitive-betting-market-live/

• Strategic changes drive wave of layoffs at Penn Interactive

https://next.io/news/people/penn-interactive-redundancies/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

Be cool, be curious, be in the know!

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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.io/news/people/evolution-georgia-strike-500-employees/

• Super Group joins industry exodus and shuts down US sportsbook

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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 layoffs of 29 employees, reflecting broader industry challenges.

🗞 Read the full story here:

• EBET to cease operations after creditors auction off brands

https://next.io/news/ebet-to-cease-operations-after-auction/

-Finland proposes gambling licensing system launch in January 2027

https://next.io/news/finland-gambling-licensing-system-launch-2027/

• Kambi drops 2027 financial targets due to slow regulatory progress

https://next.io/news/kambi-withdraws-2027-financial-targets/

• Rivalry lays off 29 employees amid company restructuring

https://next.io/news/rivalry-lays-off-29-employees/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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🎙 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 - Sponsors01:54 - Leo’s Background04:42 - Leo’s Coaching Philosophy06:28 - The Four Critical Pillars08:10 - The Importance of Quality Sleep14:42 - Struggling with Sleep19:16 - Consequences of Not Having a Good Sleep24:33 - Sleep Disruptors26:36 - The Importance of Managing Your Energy Levels28:33 - Tactics to Use Your Energy to Be More Productive31:11 - Archieving Deep Flow States 34:29 - How to Deal with Distractions and Set Boundaries40:50 - Enhancing Our Productivity43:49 - Focus and Concentration 52:52 - The Importance of Stress Relief 56:42 - Drinking Culture in the iGaming Industry59:50 - Holding On to Positive Habits01:09:23 - Book Recommendations💼 About Leo Judkins: Leo Judkins is a certified nutritionist, sleep coach, and stress-management specialist with a unique 12-year background as an iGaming director. After hitting rock bottom with his health at the peak of his career, Leo transformed his life through habit coaching, which inspired him to become a coach himself. Now, Leo helps iGaming leaders develop sustainable habits that fit their busy lifestyles. His holistic approach encompasses nutrition, fitness, sleep, stress management, time management and productivity. Since transitioning to coaching, Leo has worked with over 200 iGaming professionals from almost every major gaming company, helping them improve both their personal lives and professional performance. Leo's mission is clear: to help iGaming leaders thrive both in and out of work, creating a healthier, more balanced approach to achieving sustainable peak performance in this demanding industry.🔔 LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/409DefE...🔗 CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/ ✩ Instagram - @next.io✩ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/next..._____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #192 with Noah Dummett, Co-founder and CEO of Shuffle.comIn 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 06:00 - Working for FTX Company Experience 13:11 - Noah’s Evolution Through the Crypto World 16:55 - First Web3 Online Poker Gambling Site 23:04 - Analysing Stake.com and Competition Strategies 28:14 - Early Days at Shuffle.com 32:50 - Creating Success and Connecting with the Crypto Crowd 34:64 - Shuffle.com’s Own Token 37:33 - Building Community 41:12 - Benefits of Having Your Own Community 44:00 - Pros and Cons of Major Crypto Casinos 48:11 - Influencer Marketing and Other Marketing Tools 51:30 - Responsible Gaming Measures 54:59 - Scaling the Business 58:49 - Potential Move Towards Regulatory Market 01:01:20 - Shuffle.com in Three Years’ Time💼 About Noah Dummett: Noah is the co-founder and CEO of Shuffle.com, one of the fastest growing crypto casinos in the market, which started taking bets in February of 2023 and currently sees over $1B in turnover each month. Previous to this, he was part of the rise of crypto exchanges BitMEX and FTX, and managed the OTC desk at Alameda Research. He left in 2021 to start his own company, and 2 years later Shuffle was born.🔔 LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/409DefE...🔗 CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/ ✩ Instagram - @next.io✩ Linkedin - / next. ._____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/

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🎙 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 - Introduction00:36 - Sponsors01:31 - Highlights and Updates from the Past Two Weeks02:48 - Martina’s Industry Background07:30 - Strategies for Confidently Standing in Front of Audiences09:56 - Advice for Making a Strong First Impression in a New Industry12:05 - Strengths and Weaknesses as a CEO15:00 - Overcoming Leadership Challenges20:54 - Expressing Emotions as a Leader23:35 - Acquisition of CallsU and ROIs28:06 - Future Plans for CallsU30:01 - Player Reactivation Strategies34:01 - Martina’s Leadership Style and Success as a Leader37:59 - Managing Employee Departures41:48 - Building a Successful Company43:52 - Balancing Family and Professional Career52:15 - Maximizing Event Participation54:38 - CallsU’s Three-Year Vision💼 About Martina:Martina is the CEO of reactivation company CallsU and the former CEO of sports tech company Triggy, where she now serves on the board of directors. With 20 years of experience in banking and finance, she has held various senior positions, including CMO, Head of Regulatory Reporting, and Head of the Project Management Office at organizations such as Nasdaq, Swedbank, and SEB.🔔 LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/409DefE...🔗 CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/ ✩ Instagram - @next.io✩ Linkedin - / next. ._____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/

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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 IDnowJoin 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 customers as smooth and frictionless as possible.Please tune in to our episode, where we will be walked through one of the significant bits and pieces within the overall value chain during the Euro 2024This week's sessions are brought to you by Playson and Sponsored by Hub88.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.

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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 JansenJoin 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 ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news. 🔔 Don't miss out! Follow us on social media to stay updated.

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🎙 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 its brand and set new standards in the industry.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:36 - Sponsors

01:32 - Ask Gamblers Awards

02:12 - GiG Media rebrands to Gentoo

04:58 - Most Recent Acquisitions

07:05 - Impact of Google Update on GiG's Assets

08:53 - Future Focus and Goals

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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 controversies surrounding major financial transactions in the iGaming industry. This discussion will highlight the complexities of such deals and the broader implications for market dynamics and shareholder interests.🗞 Read the full story here:- Games Global files for $100m IPO on New York Stock Exchangehttps://next.io/news/games-global-fil...- Investor challenges OpenBet owner’s $13bn take-private dealhttps://next.io/news/investor-challen...Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. Be cool, be curious, be in the know!---------Episode brought you by: Playson - https://playson.com/Sponsored by: Hub88. - https://hub88.io/

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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.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.

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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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 betting case on 13 June

https://next.io/news/us-supreme-court-to-review-florida-case/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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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-sponsors-fails/

• Lightning Roulette case: Evolution succeeds in filing redacted complaint

https://next.io/news/lightning-roulette-case-evolution-files-redacted-complaint/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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🎙 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 - Sponsors01:27 - Dmitry’s Background and Experience 05:54 - Investment Goals12:06 - Opportunities in Dmitry’s Investment Portfolio17:31 - Industry Analysis by Dmitry23:02 - Introducing Blask: A Data-Driven Gaming Start-Up29:04 - How Blask Operates34:10 - Competition Overview36:58 - Scaling Blask’s Product to Other Markets41:04 - The US Market and Unregulated Spaces43:30 - Insights into Channelization Rate Expectations47:16 - Trends and Observations Discovered 51:46 - Blask’s Vision for the Next Three Years💼 About Dmitry Belianin: Dmitry Belianin is a seasoned marketing strategist and a recognized leader in the sports betting and gaming industry. With over 17 years of experience, he has honed his skills in crafting high-impact marketing, digital, and product development strategies that drive growth and profitability. Dmitry's expertise extends beyond traditional marketing; he is adept at building and leading global teams that excel in a fast-paced, competitive environment. His visionary approach has contributed significantly to the success of some of the largest gaming companies in the world. Recently, Dmitry ventured into entrepreneurship with belianin.com, where he combines his passion for technology and marketing to invest in and guide early-stage companies towards success. His strategic acumen and innovative mindset make him a valuable asset to any venture aiming for exponential growth.🔔 LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/409DefE...🔗 CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/ ✩ Instagram - @next.io✩ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/next..._____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/

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🎙️ 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 us for the NEXT.io Weekly News, your go-to source for the latest in iGaming!

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🎙️ 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 Lloyd’s insights on his recent fundraising success with Sharp Alpha Fund II, sharing valuable lessons for other fundraisers.⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:46 - Sponsors 01:46 - Greetings from Lloyd and Benjie02:18 - Implications of Tax Hikes in Illinois10:12 - Channelisation Rate and Black Market in the US17:43 - Comparison with Overregulated Markets24:08 - Valuating Start-Up Companies for Capital Raising29:46 - Challenges in Raising Capital and Avoiding Down Rounds35:27 - Lloyd’s Recent Fundraising: Sharp Alpha Fund II45:11 - Lloyd's Investment Interests48:02 - Closing Marks🔗 CONNECT WITH NEXT.IO✩ Website - https://next.io/ ✩ Instagram - @next.io✩ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/next..._____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.https://www.pragmaticplay.com/en/Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.https://pragmatic.solutions/

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #186 with Kate Romanenko, Head of Gaming at PIN-UP Global

Join us in our latest podcast episode with Kate Romanenko, Head of Gaming at PIN-UP Global. With over 8 years in B2C and B2B iGaming, Kate shares key insights to help game suppliers thrive.

Kate discusses the differences between B2B and B2C, essential traits for B2B Account Managers, and effective strategies for capturing Account Managers' attention. She also offers best practices for outreach and managing numerous accounts.

⏰ Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
01:42 - Welcoming Kate
02:25 - Kate’s background in the industry
04:37 - Main differences between B2B and B2C
07:13 - Key attributes of B2B Account Manager
11:01 - Capturing Account Managers' attention
19:49 - Outreach best practices and managing the overwhelming moments
24:10 - Challenges of establishing a new game studio
31:02 - Integrating games into a portfolio and the challenge of sometimes saying no
35:24 - Success of games: design or commercial effort?
40:00 - Advice on growing accounts
44:22 - Favorite suppliers
47:37 - Pin-Up’s secret to success
50:08 - Building solid relationships

💼 About Kate Romanenko:

Kate Romanenko is an iGaming professional with over 8 years of experience in B2C and B2B areas. Her passion is games, business development and growing partnerships. Kate Romanenko is Head of Gaming at PIN-UP Global, the ecosystem of iGaming solutions. This role includes overseeing games portfolio for the B2C clients of PIN-UP and making sure that the operators are covered with the games popular in their territories of operation. Kate is also in charge of account management team and partnership development with Game Suppliers to support strong growth and reliable partnerships.

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Join us for a pivotal episode of NEXT.io Weekly News as we delve into the implications of the upcoming UK General Election on the iGaming industry and international regulatory landscapes. Our focus this week centers on how the election could shape the future of gambling reform in the UK, along with a look at Brazil’s licensing timeline for operators.

Our first segment explores the potential delay of UK gambling reforms due to the July election, as highlighted in our article, “UK Gambling Reform Doubt as July Election Approaches.” We’ll discuss the uncertainty surrounding the implementation of new gambling regulations and what this could mean for operators and stakeholders within the industry.

In addition, we will shift our gaze to Brazil, where a significant regulatory milestone is expected by the end of 2024. Our coverage of “Brazil Operators: End of 2024 to Obtain License” will outline the current status and forthcoming steps for operators aiming to enter or continue in the Brazilian market.

🗞 Read the full story here:

• https://next.io/news/uk-gambling-reform-doubt-july-election/

• https://next.io/news/brazil-operators-end-of-2024-obtain-licence/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

Be cool, be curious, be in the know!

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #186 with Alexandre Tomic, Founder of Alea.

Alexandre Tomic returns to talk about addiction, longevity, psychedelic therapies, and purpose.

This episode delves into the intricacies of health, mind, and future advancements with expert insights. Alexandre provides practical advice on the therapeutic potential of psilocybin and other psychedelics for trauma, offering new perspectives on healing from gambling addictions.

The conversation also extends to the future of AI, as well as the implications of game theory and the concept of Moloch. Finally, we explore the purpose of new technologies and how they shape our world.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:31 - Tracking Life Parameters

06:28 - How to Live a Longer, Healthier Life? Addressing Modern Diseases

13:32 - Alexander's Top Tips for Longevity

21:22 - The Impact of Alcohol on Sleep and Overall Life Quality

27:54 - The Detrimental Effects of Sugar on the Body

46:05 - Magic Mushrooms and Gambling Addictions

1:01:42 - Background and History of Psychedelics

1:10:11 - Using Psilocybin and Psychedelics as Therapy for Trauma

1:28:55 - Facing Addictions

1:46:14 - Recognizing and Dealing with Addiction

1:59:56 - Differences Between Psychedelics, DMT, and Opium

2:16:02 - Discussing AI and the Concept of Becoming Superhuman

2:28:48 - Game Theory and the Concept of Moloch

2:47:05 - The Purpose of New Technologies

💼 About Alexandre Tomic:

Alexandre Tomic is the founder and CEO of Alea.com, the multi-award-winning company behind several successful gaming B2C and B2B operations. Tomic is well-known within our industry, having over fifteen years of experience in varying aspects ranging from affiliate network owner, casino operator and game aggregator. His passion for the industry is matched by his drive for innovative products and ideas. Alexandre himself is a biohacking and VR enthusiast and is committed to promote social responsibility among operators and create awareness about the societal impact of the gambling industry.

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Tune into this week's episode of NEXT.io Weekly News for an exclusive M&A special, featuring key transactions reshaping the iGaming landscape. We delve into Super Group's strategic acquisition of Apricot for $140 million to enhance its tech stack, and Elys Game Technology's decision to sell its Newgioco division.

Next, we turn to Elys Game Technology and their agreement to sell Newgioco. This segment will examine the reasons behind the sale, the parties involved, and the potential effects on Elys' strategic focus and financial health.

🗞 Read the full story here:

• https://next.io/news/super-group-announces-140m-tech-stack-acquisition/

• https://next.io/news/elys-enters-agreement-sell-newgioco/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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Tune into this week's episode of NEXT.io Weekly News for an in-depth discussion on the recent changes in UK iGaming regulations, specifically focusing on the newly implemented affordability checks.

Next, we will cover "Customer Documents Not Required During Affordability Pilot," detailing the pilot phase of these new checks, during which customers will not need to submit additional documentation to prove their spending capabilities.

Additionally, we discuss the growing "Calls for UK Gambling Ombudsman Increase," as stakeholders push for more robust consumer protection and oversight in the wake of these new rules.

🗞 Read the full story here:

• https://next.io/news/uk-affordability-checks-set-at-150-per-month/

• https://next.io/news/customer-documents-not-required-during-affordability-pilot/

• https://next.io/news/calls-for-uk-gambling-ombudsman-increase/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #185 with Simon Lidzén, CEO and CO-Founder at Fast Track.

In this in-depth conversation, Simon takes us through the journey of starting Fast Track, highlighting the motivations and challenges that spurred its inception. He shares valuable lessons on navigating the complexities of business scaling, emphasizing the critical balance between empowering teams and maintaining strategic oversight. Simon also sheds light on the importance of having a clear vision and robust principles, which have guided him in driving a strong company culture and effective decision-making.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:43 - Sponsors

01:41 - Old Times with Simon

02:47 - Fast Track Origins

20:04 - Business Scaling Challenges

23:40 - Struggles with Delegation

31:02 - Simon's Advice on setting up Vision and Principles

38:45 - Infusing Founder Values in the Team

43:38 - Values in the Recruiting Process

46:41 - Accountability Within the Teams

49:26 - Fast Track in Three Years

💼 About Simon Lidzén:

Simon is a specialist in technology, product development, innovation and organisational scalability, with over 15 years of experience in iGaming. Having held senior positions at Betfair and within the Betsson Group, he co-founded Fast Track in 2016 as a direct response to the challenges that operators face in running an efficient, scalable business. He is now on a mission to digitalise the iGaming industry.

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #11 of Vested Interest, with hosts Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig,Benjie Cherniak & Special guest: Joe Asher, President of Sports Betting at IGT.

In this episode, Lloyd and Benjie discuss the recent betting scandals and explore the repercussions these incidents could have on both public trust and the regulatory landscapes of the industry.

The conversation then shifts to a topic close to many entrepreneurs' hearts: founder burnout. They discuss the common signs of burnout and the crucial steps that founders can take to safeguard their mental health amidst the high-stakes environment of iGaming.

Fundraising, a critical aspect of any startup's journey, is up next. The duo shares their experiences, highlighting both their favourite and least favourite moments from past fundraising rounds.

To cap off the episode, Joe Asher joins the trio as a special guest. Joe brings his extensive experience to the table, discussing where he sees the industry heading in the next few years. His insights into emerging trends and potential market shifts are not to be missed, as they offer a glimpse into the future of iGaming.

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #11 of Vested Interest, with hosts Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig,Benjie Cherniak & Special guest: Joe Asher, President of Sports Betting. In this episode, Lloyd and Benjie discuss the recent betting scandals and explore the repercussions these incidents could have on both public trust and the regulatory landscapes of the industry.The conversation then shifts to a topic close to many entrepreneurs' hearts: founder burnout. They discuss the common signs of burnout and the crucial steps that founders can take to safeguard their mental health amidst the high-stakes environment of iGaming. Fundraising, a critical aspect of any startup's journey, is up next. The duo shares their experiences, highlighting both their favourite and least favourite moments from past fundraising rounds.To cap off the episode, Joe Asher joins the trio as a special guest. Joe brings his extensive experience to the table, discussing where he sees the industry heading in the next few years. His insights into emerging trends and potential market shifts are not to be missed, as they offer a glimpse into the future of iGaming.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #183 with Dijana Radunović, General Manager, AskGamblers.

In this episode, we celebrate AskGamblers' 18th anniversary joined by Dijana, who shares a detailed exploration, and insights into the foundational story of AskGamblers, the intricacies of its ranking system, and the integrity-driven approach that has guided its affiliate listings. Additionally, we delve into the evolution of affiliate marketing, the role of the community in sustaining success, and the future of SEO in affiliate strategies.

A key highlight of our conversation is the examination of the Annual AskGamblers Casino Complaint Service Report for 2023, which provides an in-depth look at the trends and outcomes of user submissions over the past year.

Read the full article here:

https://www.askgamblers.com/gambling-news/ag-news/annual-askgamblers-casino-complaint-service-report-2023

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Welcome & Introduction

00:52 - Thanks to Our Sponsors

01:26 - Celebrating AskGamblers' 18th Anniversary with Dijana

02:40 - The Story Behind AskGamblers

07:36 - Explaining AskGamblers Ranking System

11:07 - Integrity in iGaming: AskGamblers' Approach to Affiliate Listings

14:45 - Addressing Major Complaints15:54 - AskGamblers Joins Catena Media

20:21 - Steering Through Controversy

27:27 - Different Reasons for Traffic Search

30:00 - Evolution of Affiliate Marketing Over the Years

35:05 - Thriving as a Content Provider in the AI Age

43:29 - The Future Outlook on SEO and Affiliate Marketing

49:00 - The Role of Community in AskGamblers' Success

53:03 - Dijana's Current Priorities and Projects at AskGamblers

55:44 - Where Will AskGamblers Be in Three Years?

💼 About Dijana Radunović

Dijana, in her current role as General Manager of AskGamblers, serves as the central meeting point for all aspects of the AskGamblers brand. With a wealth of industry expertise, commercial background and a strong network, she is fully immersed in the iGaming sector. Dijana's primary motivation lies in collaborating with individuals and spearheading engaging projects. Her pivotal role in the AskGamblers Awards for the seventh consecutive year underscores her unwavering dedication to excellence within the iGaming industry.

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we're examining the highly anticipated merger between BlueBet and Betr, a move that's stirring the iGaming industry. The episode will provide an in-depth analysis of this significant union, offering insights and implications drawn from our latest articles.

We start with "BlueBet Halts Trading Ahead of Expected Merger," an article that sets the stage for this big announcement. Then, we delve into "BlueBet and Betr Confirm Merger," a comprehensive piece that covers the merger's finalization. This article explores the synergy between BlueBet and Betr, the objectives and expectations from this merger, and what it means for both companies' future.

🗞 Read the full story here:

• BlueBet halts trading ahead of expected Betr merger

https://next.io/news/bluebet-halts-trading-ahead-expected-merger/

• BlueBet and Betr confirm merger and A$20m equity raise

https://next.io/news/bluebet-and-betr-confirm-merger/

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• 888 unveils strategic reset including corporate rebrand to evoke plc... and much more!The NEXT.io Weekly News is a live stream held every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all of our social media platforms.These sessions, hosted by Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen with special guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic and are brought you by Playson!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.🔔 Make sure not to miss out!

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In the latest episode of NEXT.io Weekly News, we spotlight a groundbreaking development in the iGaming industry: Endeavor's plan to go private in a massive $13 billion deal with Silver Lake.

We delve into the specifics of the deal, analyzing why Endeavor, a major player in the industry, has chosen to make this move and how Silver Lake's involvement plays a crucial role.

Additionally, we touch upon the broader trend of companies leaving public markets as highlighted in "Peel Hunt: London Stock Exchange Exodus."

🗞 Read the full story here:

• Silver Lake to take OpenBet owner Endeavor private in $13bn deal

Peel Hunt: London Stock Exchange exodus expected in coming years

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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In this episode we digest a successful NEXT: NYC, we discuss the Betting Startups report published by Jesse Learmonth where he surveyed 68 start-ups in the online betting space. Benjie & Lloyd also talk about how they measure the success of their investments. Finally, the panels grill Chris Bevilacqua, CEO & Founder of Simplebet to understand the present and the future of the company better

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #181 with Matt Duea, Co-founder of Roobet.

In this episode, we delve into Roobet's journey with its founder Matt Duea. We explore its origins, assess the impact of NFTs, and analyze the success behind crash games and ambassador partnerships. Matt addresses challenges, responds to critics, and shares insights from Twitch's ban and the creation of Kick.com.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction
00:46 - Sponsors
01:38 – Matt's Background
02:39 - The Birth of Roobet
05:30 - Navigating the NFT and Crypto Market
08:38 - Roobet's Strengths and Weaknesses
11:04 - The Rise of Crash Games
14:42 - Brand Ambassadors Partnerships
18:59 - Selecting the Perfect Ambassadors
25:36 - Overcoming Obstacles
28:45 - Addressing the Critics
34:29 - Learning from Feedback
37:25 - Twitch's Ban Impact: Navigating Unregulated Gambling Sites
42:23 – Matt's Thoughts about Kick.com Platform
45:34 - Roobet’s Future and Industry Trends
49:26 - The Importance of Community in Roobet's Journey

💼 About Matt Duea

Before joining Roobet, Matt's career track as an entrepreneur has been focused on leading digital marketing strategy, technology & growth teams for nearly two decades. He fell down the blockchain rabbit hole in 2016 and hasn't looked back.

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🎙 Welcome to the Podcast NEXT.io series, featuring our host Heidi Lofthus, Project Director of HR Connect, and special guest Tyler Bronson, Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding Manager at Enteractive and Krysta Muscat, Senior Partner at Van Kaizen.

The core of the episode delves into the current state of hiring processes, emphasizing the significance of establishing strong relationships with hiring managers and the necessity of educating and training hiring leads. Discussions also cover the impact of candidate losses on organizations and conclude with Tyler’s strategic insights on recruitment and practical tips for optimizing interview processes.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:22 - Sponsors

01:13 - Krysta's and Tyler’s Backgrounds

03:31 - What Hiring Processes Look Like Today

08:57 - Developing Relationships with Hiring Managers

13:26 - The Importance of Educating and Training Hiring Leads

16:48 - Impact on Candidate Losses

20:47 - Tyler’s Recruitment Strategy

22:14 - Consequences of Poor Recruitment Processes

23:13 - Tips for a Successful Interview Process

💼 About Tyler Bronson Krysta Muscat

From the Music Industry to Talent Acquisition, Tyler brings his straight-forward talking and controversial opinions about Human Resources to the next level. With over 8 years of experience in Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding. Hiring people globally and locally. Tyler gives most of his opinions straight to the point. Take with a pinch of salt or with a hand full. Whichever you prefer.

💼 About Krysta Muscat

Krysta is a seasoned and quality-obsessed recruiter with a true love for anything that involves providing positive impact, both candidates and clients alike, backed up by a Psychology bachelor’s degree. She has well over 13 years of experience under her belt both in the house and consultancy side, mainly in the wonderful fast-paced world of iGaming.

Krysta boasts a portfolio of close to 100% client retention and satisfaction and has led multiple teams over the years, generating a respectable annual revenue, predominantly as a Recruitment Director for an international Recruitment Consultancy Krysta feels part of her success is due to her strong unwavering ethics, bold integrity, immediate resonance, and relationship building skills as well as thorough prospecting and motivational leadership qualities.

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• Evolution accuser could be unmasked in major US court case

• Evolution lawyers accuse law firm of “misuse” of attorney-client privilege

• Gambling.com Group buys XLMedia’s Europe and Canada assets for $43m

The NEXT.io Weekly News is a live stream held every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all of our social media platforms.

These sessions, hosted by Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen with special guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic and are brought you by Playson!

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.

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On this week's episode of NEXT.io Weekly News, we delve into a buzzing topic in the iGaming industry: the possibility of Entain putting up its non-integrated brands for sale, a detailed examination of Entain's current position in the market and the reasons behind contemplating such a decision. This development raises intriguing questions about the future direction of Entain and how it plans to streamline its operations for greater efficiency and market focus. We will explore the factors that might influence Entain's decision and what this could mean for competitors and investors in the space.🗞 Read the full story here:- Report suggests Entain considering sale of non-integrated brands https://next.io/news/entain-consideri...Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. Be cool, be curious, be in the know!

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #180 with James King, CEO of FlowsJoin our enlightening chat with James, exploring his journey from founding his company to its current success. We revisit our first podcast, delve into Flows' vision, mission and products, and dive into discussing market competition. James, shares also some thoughts on a crucial moment in the company's history, and how strategic partnerships and the careful selection of shareholders have been pivotal in the company's growth.⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome 01:13 - Reflecting on Our First Podcast Together02:08 - James’ Journey Building Flows05:32 - Exploring Flows: Vision & Products09:06 - A Turning Point At Initial Funding 13:15 - The Light & Wonder Partnership Story17:44 - Choosing Shareholders Wisely: Synergy & Strategy25:50 - Key Advice for First-Time Capital Raising32:35 - The Long-Term Vision of Flows39:13 - Navigating Industry Competitors40:26 - Self-Learning Flows Products42:08 - Strategies for Scalable Growth44:29 - Securing Sustained Funding 54:03 - Keeping Motivation and Drive High59:37 - Overcoming Obstacles: Resilience in Business01:02:20 - James’ 3-Year Vision for the Company01:04:27 - What's Next for James? Future Endeavors Revealed💼About James King: Experience Over 10 years experience in the iGaming space. Track record Served as the director of sales at leading industry tech and media powerhouse Gaming Innovation Group. Group Sales Director at Clarion responsible for delivering all revenue across the portfolio following the successful sales of iGaming Business (in which he served as part of the mgt team) to Clarion in late 2015.🔔Subscribe for more insightful episodes!🔗 Connect with Us:Website: www.next.io _____This episode of the NEXT.io is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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In this episode of NEXT.io Weekly News, we focus on two significant developments in the iGaming industry: Entain's financial results for 2023 revealing a loss, and 888 Holdings confirming its strategic exit from the US market.

First, we dissect Entain's fiscal year 2023 performance. We'll explore the challenges and external factors that influenced Entain's financial outcomes, discussing what this means for the company's future strategies and its position in the global iGaming landscape.

Then, we turn our attention to 888 Holdings and their decision to exit the US B2C operations, as detailed in "888 Strategic Review: US B2C Operations." This segment will delve into the reasons behind 888's significant decision to withdraw from the US market, examining the strategic implications for the company and the potential impact on the US iGaming sector.

🗞 Read the full story here:

• FY 2023: Entain reports loss and warns of £40m 2024 regulatory impact

https://next.io/news/fy-2023-entain/ * 888 to explore US exit amid $50m split from Sports Illustrated

https://next.io/news/888-strategic-review-us-b2c-operations/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #179 with Jesse Learmonth, Founder of BettingstartupsThis episode provides a blend of personal stories, expert analysis, and insights into the future of gaming start-ups, making it a compelling listen for professionals and enthusiasts alike. As we delve into the professional realm, Jesse presents a comprehensive analysis of the start-up landscape in North America, drawing from his extensive report on the subject. ⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:30 - Sponsors01:26 - Jesse's First-Time Fatherhood04:08 - Jesse's Start-up Report for North America07:09 - Report Summary10:27 - Investment Landscape Overview13:58 - Survival Mode at All Costs 19:22 - Jesse's View on Start-ups Now25:19 - Survey Insights: Conference Scene"34:04 - Jesse’s Organic Network with Investors and Start-ups 44:00 - North American Industry Trends47:58 - High Margin Products and Games53:18 - Jesse's Alternative Career Path💼 About Jesse LearmonthJesse Learmonth has worked at the top levels of the global betting industry since 2010 as founder, supplier, and operator. Currently he hosts The Betting Startups Podcast, operates the industry's largest job board, and advises several promising industry startups. Prior to this, he spent six years with Pinnacle.com as Director of Product Management and member of the executive leadership team. He also co-founded Bet Smart Media, which he led for five years as CEO until it was acquired by Pinnacle in 2015. 🔔Subscribe for more insightful episodes!🔗 Connect with Us:Website: www.next.io _____This episode of the NEXT.io Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at NEXT.io, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #178 withTodd Haushalter, CPO at Evolution Gaming.

In this insightful episode, Todd Haushalter, Chief Product Officer at Evolution Gaming, shares his expertise in online gaming innovation. We revisit Evolution's key strategies and achievements in 2023, including the development of RNG products and new gaming tools. Todd discusses the company's growth in the North American market and reflects on the competitive dynamics in the industry.

The conversation also explores Evolution's approach to game creation, highlighting the use of AI and the impact of new technologies. Todd addresses challenges and shares his vision for the future, offering a unique glimpse into the trends shaping the online gaming world.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:27 - Sponsors

01:20 - Recapping Previous Episodes and Welcoming Todd Back

02:54 - Evolution 2023: Year in Review

05:38 - Evolution's "One-Stop Shop" Concept and Tools

08:42 - RNG Products: 2023 Performance and Future Prospects

12:38 - Classic Titles and RNG Reliability

15:27 - Todd's Exciting Games and Tools for 2024

18:02 - Using AI in Game and Content Creation

29:39 - Todd's Strategies for Growing the North American Market

33:56 - Evolution vs. Competition

46:13 - Acquiring Livespins and Insights into the M&A Process

54:34 - Innovations in the Gaming Industry

01:00:24 - The Key to Successful Gaming

01:05:34 - B2B Marketing and Branding Strategies

01:12:22 - Todd on Building and Sustaining Success

01:16:07 - Strategies for Attracting New Players to New Games

01:18:10 - The Impact of Addressing Accusations Against Evolution

01:21:05 - Predicting Evolution's Future in Three Years

💼vAbout Todd Haushalter:

Todd Haushalter is Chief Product Officer at Evolution Gaming. Todd is responsible for all aspects of Evolution’s game innovation and new product development, including the creation of award-winning titles such as MONOPOLY Live and Lightning Roulette. Prior to this, he was Corporate Vice President of Gaming Operations at MGM and Vice President of Business Strategy at Shuffle Master. He has a wide and varied knowledge of the casino industry.

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we delve into a pressing issue in the UK iGaming industry: the potential impact of online slot stake limits.This segment will explore the reasoning behind these proposed limits, their projected impact on industry revenues, and how operators might adapt to these changes.

We start with an in-depth look at the proposed stake limits for online slots, as detailed in the article "Stake Limits on Online Slots: Industry Costs” to discuss right after the broader implications for player behavior and market dynamics in the UK.

Additionally, the episode covers a major shift in leadership with the resignation of Catena Media's CEO, Michael Daly. This news piece sheds light on the circumstances surrounding Daly's departure and the potential future direction of Catena Media under new leadership.

🗞 Read the full story here:

• How much will stake limits for online slots cost the UK gambling industry?https://next.io/news/stake-limits-online-slots-industry-costs/
• Catena Media CEO Michael Daly resigns amid performance struggleshttps://next.io/news/catena-media-ceo-michael-daly-resigns/

Hang out with Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We’ll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #177 with Martin Collins, Chief Business Development Officer at Soft2Bet

Join Martin Collins and Pierre Lindh in a captivating discussion on Redefining the North American Online Gambling Experience.

🚀 This episode delves into the pivotal role of gamification in product appeal, Soft2Bet's strategic approach to conquering North American market challenges, and their ambitious B2C plans. Additionally, gain invaluable insights and advice on driving successful growth in this competitive industry. A must-watch for anyone keen on the future dynamics of online gambling in North America!

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:39 - North America's Online Gambling Landscape: Current Challenges

07:24 - Soft2Bet's Strategy for Entering the North American Market

10:28 - Gamification in Online Gambling

16:31 - Emerging Trends in Gamification

20:03 - Social Gaming: The Transformation in iGaming

22:42 - New Entrants Targeting Disruptive Brands

25:46 - Strategies for Introducing Soft2Bet in North America

28:14 - B2C Ambitions Operation Plans

30:15 - What's Next for North America's Market?

37:29 - Two-Year Growth Analysis and Keys to Success

44:46 - Case Study Insight: Nintendo's Financial Turnaround

💼 About Martin Collins:

With over 2 decades of experience in digital markets, Martin has a passion and drive to help organizations flourish and grow. Through both internal and external strategic analysis, he can drive positive improvement in performance, as well as help identify new business opportunities. Always remaining one step ahead, Martin empowers organizations to truly perform and drive revenue and growth.

Most recently, Martin was the Director of Sales & Business Development at Gaming Innovation Group (GiG), working to drive the growth of the. The Platform side of their business. Working with all major stakeholders in a constant state of collaboration, Collins and his team, managed to secure 21 Platform deals in 2022.

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Join Conor Mulheir, Nico Jansen and special guest Karolina Pelc to talk about the latest hashtag#iGaming sector acquisition.

Established by Pelc in 2021, BeyondPlay announced yesterday it had been acquired by Flutter Entertainment-owned US sports betting market leader, FanDuel. Tune in to find out more about how the deal came about, and what BeyondPlay has planned for the future.

These sessions present the latest news in hashtag#iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic and are brought you by Playson!

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.

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #09 of Vested Interest, where hosts Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig, and Benjie Cherniak offer insights into the world of investments and entrepreneurship. This episode is a goldmine for entrepreneurs and investors seeking guidance on effective strategies and timing in the ever-changing tech landscape.

🌟 Focusing on the art of engaging with investors, this episode provides entrepreneurs with crucial advice on how to approach and be helpful to investors by Lloyd Danzing, a key aspect of securing funding and support in the tech industry. Benjie Cherniak shares his perspectives on potentially starting his own fund and leads an informative session on the critical decision-making involved in selling a business. The episode wraps up with Pierre's showcase of NEXT.io's latest rebranding.

⏰Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
00:58 - Insights into Benjie’s Recent Business Travels

02:17 - DraftKings Acquires Jackpocket for $750m

08:10 - Analyzing Business Threats and Risk

10:51 - Approaching Investors for Favors and Introductions

21:54 - Essential Advice for Entrepreneurs: How to Be a Valuable Partner for Investors

23:54 - Launching a Successful Fund: Key Skills and Requirements

37:00 - Benjie Discusses the Prospects of Initiating His Own Fund

40:17 - Deciding the Right Time to Sell Your Business

54:45 - Maintaining Founder’s Spirit in Business

01:00:52 - NEXT.io Deep Dive

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Welcome to our very first episode of Next.io & SOFTSWISS Exclusive Crypto Series 🎉! Get ready for an insightful journey into the dynamic realm of crypto and iGaming in the debut episode of the Next.io Crypto Series! Hosted by Pierre Lindh, this four-part special kicks off with a captivating discussion featuring Ivan Montik, Founder of SOFTSWISS. Explore the genesis of the first crypto projects, their early designs, and the pivotal moments that shaped the landscape. Pierre and Ivan delve into pressing regulatory challenges and illuminate the evolving cyber security concerns. Enjoy this deep dive into the roots and future of crypto in the gambling realm! ⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:20 - Ivan Montik’s Background 02:08 - Ivan's Leap into Crypto Casino 06:35 - Early Responses from Operators to Crypto Casino 09:48 - Unveiling the Crypto Casino's First Look 13:42 - Crypto Casino Winters and Summers Performance 16:33 - Scams in Crypto Casinos 21:49 - Navigating the Regulated Crypto Market 26:35 - Future Prospects: Trends in Cryptocurrency 💼 About the Ivan Montik: Ivan Montik is the founder of SOFTSWISS, BGaming, and Merkeleon. Since 2009, he has been running several successful projects in IT, fintech and iGaming. The strongest cryptocurrency supporter, he was the first to introduce Bitcoin into the online entertainment industry in 2013. 🔔 This is just the beginning! Subscribe now to our channels and ensure you'll be part of our journey into the Crypto iGaming world with SOFTSWISS.

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In this week's episode of NEXT.io Weekly News, we delve into two significant legal developments in the iGaming world. First, we'll explore the landmark victory of Kindred Group in the case involving Per Holknekt. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the case's background, the legal battle, and its implications for the industry. We discuss how this victory not only impacts Kindred Group but also sets a precedent for similar cases in the future.

Next, we shift our focus to PrizePicks' recent settlement with New York. The $1.5 million settlement, as outlined in our coverage, marks a crucial moment for the fantasy sports provider. We examine the reasons behind the settlement, the conditions involved, and what this means for the future of PrizePicks, as well as the broader regulatory landscape in New York and beyond.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #175 with Will Green, Advisor & Founder, Acutus LLC

Who needs CHAT GTP if we have Will Green to guide us through “the Rise of Online Sweepstakes”?

Gear up for an exhilarating ride through the world of online sweepstakes with Will Green, a senior figure in the American Gaming Association, who brings an unparalleled depth of experience to the table.

We'll explore North American market shifts, the rise of DFS and sweepstakes operators, innovative products in online gaming, regulatory challenges, and future industry disruptions. Will's extensive experience, from bet365 to the American Gaming Association, guarantees a deep dive into these key areas, offering invaluable insights for iGaming professionals, investors, and enthusiasts.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

01:24 - Sponsors

01:37 - The Second Wave of U.S Online Sports Bettings

7:54 - DFS 2.0: New Era of Operators

13:56 - Spotlight on Sweepstakes Operators

23:52 - Sweepstakes Products in Online Gaming

32:28 - Sweepstakes Regulatory Movements

41:25 - Exploring Influential Products to the Third Wave

44:58 - Disruption Frontiers in Online Sports Betting

52:38 - Focus Areas in Sports Betting

59:57 - Will’s Next Steps

💼 About Will Green:

Will is an investor in and advisor to a wide range of operator, supplier, team, and tribal clients in the sports betting, free-to-play and sweepstakes spaces. He focuses on helping clients work with regulators, effect policy changes, obtain licensure, develop strategic partnerships and hone product development. He was previously the Head of Development for bet365 in the U.S., for whom he acquired market access and worked to advance policy with state regulators. Previously, he was the Senior Director of Research at the American Gaming Association, where his duties included helping lead the association's sports betting research and public policy advocacy in the lead up to Murphy v. NCAA.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast with Cordelia Morgan Cooper, Founder of CMC Consulting

🚀 In this episode, Heidi Lofthus brings in guest star Cordelia Morgan Cooper to discuss the positive outcome and structure of varied benefits in current work environments where no size fits all. Is it all so simple and what is the foundational mindset behind the so-called flexible working?

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:21 - Cordelia's Business Founding Story

02:44 - Emerging HR and Recruitment Trends

04:20 - Implementing the Four-Day Workweek

09:50 - Evaluating Employee Productivity

11:05 - Introducing Flexible Work Policies to Management

16:53 - Advantages from the Four-Day Workweek

19:08 - Monitoring Breaks in Remote Work Settings

22:09 - Embracing Flexibility for Work-Life Balance

💼 About Cordelia Morgan Cooper:

Cordelia has over a decade of international HR and Recruitment experience and has developed a passion for driving happiness and wellbeing in the workplace, having seen first hand the impact of an engaged workforce when it comes to both recruitment and retention.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #174 with Matt Prevost, Chief Revenue Officer of BetMGM

In this exclusive episode, Matt Prevost, takes us behind the scenes of BetMGM first-ever Super Bowl commercial in Vegas. Get an insider look at the two-year journey of creating a memorable ad for one of the biggest sporting events.

Matt discusses the preparation, challenges, sustaining tech teams under pressure, and BetMGM’s marketing strategies. His insights provide a unique view into the world of high-stakes advertising and brand strategy.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:25 - Preparations for the Super Bowl at Vegas

03:29 -Sustaining Tech Teams Amidst High Pressure

04:56 - BetMGM's Super Bowl Commercial Debut

08:51 - Expanding Marketing Strategies Beyond the Super Bowl

💼 About Matt Prevost:

Matt is responsible for driving revenue across all channels of business by acquiring and retaining customers, and providing superior customer experiences. He brings a unique combination of brand leadership experience and expertise in Europe’s most competitive betting environment with a deep understanding of the US consumer and media landscape.

Prior to joining BetMGM, Matt served as the CMO of Coral Interactive in Gibraltar. As part of their initial management team, he developed the marketing framework that drove Coral.co.uk’s success over seven years. He served as an operating executive at Cerberus Capital Management and was appointed the chief digital officer of NewAvon in 2017 where he also served on the board of directors. Prior to Cerberus, Matt was a consultant at McKinsey.

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The Next.io Weekly News is a weekly livestream held every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen with special guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news. 🔔 Make sure not to miss out!

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #173 with Mark Taffler. Mark is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. His story is one of hope and inspiration, proving that overcoming addiction and achieving personal and professional success is possible with the right mindset and support.🚀 In this episode, we explore Mark's battle with addiction, delving into the depths of his struggle and the steps he took towards recovery. We discuss the nuances of acknowledging alcoholism, the turning point of hitting rock bottom, and the vulnerabilities in the gaming industry that contribute to addictive behaviours.⏰ Timestamps00:00 - Introduction00:55 - Pierre Meets Mark at the Yolo Retreat 202103:27 - Mark's Battle: Overcoming Substance Abuse15:34 - Acknowledging Alcoholism 18:08 - Hitting Rock Bottom: The Turning Moment22:54 - Negative Outcomes of Addiction28:57 - Embarking on the 12-Step Recovery Program32:53 - Desperation Gift as a Motivation for Recovery37:37 - Alternative Paths to Overcoming Addiction39:29 - Faces of Addiction and Their Manifestations41:45 - Alcohol Culture and Its Normalisation in Society45:34 - Vulnerabilities in the Industry 53:47 - Key Life Lessons from the 12-Step Program01:02:40 - Spirituality and Ego: Tools for Defense in Recovery01:05:25 - Self-Reflection for Archiving Confidence and Inner Peace01:06:27 - Gambling Industry Risks 01:09:06 - Mark's Ability to Identify Others Struggling with Addiction01:10:59 - Public Misconceptions About Addiction01:12:01 - Life Lessons from Overcoming Addiction01:14:05 - Mark’s Role in Assisting Others with Recovery01:15:36 - Self-Awareness Amongst Addicts🔔 Stay tuned for our next episode and don't forget to follow us on:Website: https://next.io/ LinkedIn: / posts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextdotio/?..._____This episode of the NEXT.io Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at NEXT.io, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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The Next.io Weekly News is a weekly livestream held every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all of our social media platforms.

These sessions, hosted by Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen with special guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic.

All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news.
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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #172 with James Curwen, CEO at Yggdrasil.

🚀From his early days as a croupier in London to leading one of the iGaming industry's most innovative companies, James brings a wealth of experience and insights. In this episode, James shares his journey and discusses the highs and lows, the innovative strategies, and what lies ahead for Yggdrasil.

⏰Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:04 - James's Return to Malta and Reflections on his Journey

01:43 - Exploring James's Experience in the iGaming Industry

05:06 - Challenges and Turning Points at Yggdrasil

06:59 - The Strategic Revival and New Direction of Yggdrasil

09:55 - Upcoming Projects and Innovations

13:23 - What's Next for Yggdrasil Games in 2024?

16:09 - Increasing Game Visibility and market strategies

18:11 - Discussing Industry Dynamics

23:27 - The Role of Disruptive Innovation in iGaming

25:55 - Generative AI's Impact in the Industry

31:25 - Focusing on Quality over Quantity in Game Development

34:25 - Enhancing Yggdrasil's Brand Presence

36:23 - Exciting Plans for the Upcoming ICE

38:54 - Yggdrasil's Approach to Short-Term Improvements

💼About James Curwen:

James Curwen's illustrious career began in 1988 as a croupier in London's prestigious casinos. Climbing swiftly up the ranks, he managed renowned establishments like The Ritz Casino and held a directorial role with Ladbrokes. Transitioning to the online realm in 2011, James significantly contributed to William Hill's growth, helping the company earn accolades for innovation. He then played pivotal roles in Superbet and Golden Rock Studios before joining OPAP, where he significantly expanded their online operations. Today, as the CEO of Yggdrasil, James continues to redefine the gaming landscape with his leadership and vision.

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The iGaming NEXT Weekly News is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen with special guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news. Make sure to not miss out!

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #171 with Tim Heath, CEO and Founder at Yolo Group.

Join us in an enlightening conversation with Tim Heath, General Partner of Yolo Investments and a visionary in the iGaming and emerging technology sectors. With a rich background as the founder and former CEO of Yolo Group, operating leading crypto-gaming brands like Bitcasino.io and Sportsbet.io, Tim is a forerunner in the industry.

🚀In this episode, we delve into the transformative impact of cryptocurrency and blockchain on iGaming, Yolo Group’s investment strategies, some guidance for entrepreneurs, organizations and start-ups and last but not least, some insights about Tim Heath’s Industry leadership.

⏰Timestamps

00 - Introduction

00:56 - Welcoming Tim Heath: The Alpha of the IGaming Industry

4:14 - Overview of Yolo Group’s First Fund

12:21 - Key Trends in the iGaming Industry by Tim Heath

14:59 -Crypto Ecosystem's Impact on iGaming Product Development

19:15 - Removing friction and coming to simplicity when it comes to money movement / Streamlining Money Movement in iGaming

21:00 - Generative AI within the iGaming ecosystem

27:25 - Prospects of Legalizing Gambling in the Middle East

32:12 - Insights into Yolo Group's Second Fund Launch

36:36 - Criteria for Yolo Group's Investment Selection

41:57 - Process for Attracting External Investment

47:46 - Benefit of the Networking Dinners

49:49 - Tim Heath's Approach to Identifying Investment Opportunities

52:23 - Tips for Entrepreneurs Seeking Yolo Group's Investment

58:55 - Essential Attributes for Successful Startup Founders

1:04:34 - Tim Heath: Motivations and Aspirations

1:13:43 - Future Vision for Yolo Group

💼About Tim Heath

Tim specialises in transforming ideas into successful business. Since founding Yolo Investments, the venture capital firm has rapidly grown. It now holds assets in more than 80 businesses, with an AUM in excess of €620 million. A strong believer in the power of crypto to improve the lives of people around the world, he is now increasingly focused on the fintech and blockchain spaces, and where emerging technology can disrupt the traditional banking industry.

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #08 of Vested Interest, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig & Benjie Cherniak and special guest Charles Gillespie.

🚀 In this episode, the speakers explore startups and investment strategies for 2024, including exit planning and long-term vision. They discuss venture capital decisions, leverage pitch sessions for investor insights, and analyze common startup failures. The episode highlights 2024's investment opportunities, and current U.S. market trends, and profiles Charles Gillespie's journey with Gambling.com.

⏰ Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction

01:02 - New Year Greetings

01:51 - Exit Strategies Plan for Startups

04:38 - The Importance of Long-Term Vision in Early Stages

11:54 - Founders’ Decisions on Venture Capital

13:09 - Leveraging Pitch Sessions to Prospect Investors

17:25 - Common Causes of Startup Failures

22:20 - Discipline in Business: Avoiding Premature Expansion

Book reference: Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make The Leap and Others Don't - James Collins

28:06 - Lloyd's Expectations for Startup Updates

29:48 - Investment opportunities in 2024

36:07 - Current Focus of US Market Operators

39:39 - Emerging Startups: Promising Opportunities

42:32 - Introducing Charles Gillespie: Background Overview

46:29 - Establishing Gamgling.com in China

48:48 - Transitioning the Business to Europe

52:47 - Leadership Evolution: A Personal Journey

55:42 - The story behind the Galmbing.com domain

58:43 - Guidance for Selecting the Right Domains

01:01:15 - Acquisitions: Identifying Suitable Company Fits

01:04:49 - The Future of SEO and Affiliate Marketing within Generative AI

💼 ABOUT Charles Gillespie

Charles Gillespie is the Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder and Director at Gambling.com, a position he has held since the Company’s inception in 2006. Through his tenure, Mr. Gillespie has overseen the Company’s operations across multiple jurisdictions including Europe and the United States. Under his leadership, the Company has prioritized technological investments and has completed four acquisitions to expand the breadth of the Company’s portfolio. He has built a reputation as a recognized leader and was named Sports Betting Community Leader of the Year in 2019. Mr. Gillespie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Entrepreneurship from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

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Morgan Stanley forecasts rapid growth for US online gaming sector. Hang out with Jake Evans, Nico Jansen and Conor Mulheir on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the NEXT.io Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know!

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #169 with Phil Pearson,CEO and Co-Founder at White Label Casinos.

🚀Explore the dynamic world of iGaming in our latest episode, where we delve into the high-stakes legal battles of Swedish companies, review Evolution's adventurous leap into slot games, and celebrate the groundbreaking Phil Pearson Awards. We also weigh the value of in-person versus online networking in the industry and share insights on the future of legacy operators. Concluding with a special segment on the MSPCA Charity Drive made by Phil Pearson, this video is a treasure trove of information for enthusiasts and professionals keen on the latest trends and shifts in iGaming.

⏰ Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

0:57 - Betsson and Swedish iGaming: The Court Battle Unfolds

6:00 - Navigating Legalities in Gambling Cases

11:53 - Legacy Operators: The Changing Impact

14:28 - The Phil Pearson Awards

17:07 - Game-Changing Innovations in iGaming

34:25 - Networking Value at ICE

40:12 - In-Person vs. Online Meetings

42:44 - Spotlight Story: Denise Coates from BET365

45:06 - Unveiling the Best Christmas Hampers

51:54 - 2023's Missed Marks

59:22 - Evolution's Growth Predictions

1:04:37 - A Fresh Start for Evolution: Necessity or Choice?

1:07:58 - "Evolution’s Slot Games: Triumph or Trial?"

1:09:53 - Play'n GO and Haas Formula 1 Partnership

1:13:48 - Taylor Swift and the iGaming Boys Band

1:20:26 - Kick vs Twitch Predictions

1:23:46 - Online Poker Players Controversies

1:34:32 - Psychedelics in Gambling Addiction Treatment

1:38:20 - Deutsche Regulatory Landscape

1:46:55 - General Predictions for 2024

2:07:27 - The Charity Drive for MSPCA

💼 ABOUT Phil Pearson

Phil is the CEO and co-founder of White Label Casinos, the world's only independent casino White Label Company. WLC offers clients the freedom of choice in casino back office, games, and payments, and can handle as much or as little of the day-to-day casino management as the client requires. Not one to shy away from controversy, Phil is outspoken on LinkedIn and other platforms, pushing for a fairer and more transparent iGaming community. Outside of work, Phil enjoys NFL, visiting as many random and remote holiday destinations as possible, and now has 39 rubber ducks in a pool for some tranquillity.

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🎙 Podcast with Michael Pedersen and Jon Bowden, CMO at PlayStar.

How does an online casino with no brick-and-mortar presence and no sports betting product succeed when going up against the US giants in a sports-dominated market? Apart from courage, CMO Jon Bowden takes us through the marketing strategy and product philosophy they have deployed when dealing with Uncle Sam.

00:00 - Introduction

00:50 - Jon’s Background at PlayStar

3:10 - US Market vs. European Market

8:00 - The US Online Casino Market

11:53 - Reeducating New Casino Players

15:00 - Building Trust in Online Casinos

18:35 - Possibilities for Smaller Casinos Entering the US market

22:35 - Funnel Marketing Strategies

26:12 - Reverse Funnel Marketing Technique

28:18 - Jon's Approach to Budget Management

32:27 - Traffic Leads from Mobile Apps

34:06 - Product Philosophy at PlayStar

37:20 - Strong Loyalty and VIP Systems in the US

40:19 - The Importance of Personalization

43:03 - New Tools for Better Personalization

46:10 - Organization and Related Teams

51:16 - Predictions for the Future of the US Online Casino Market

💼 About Jon Bowden:

Jon Bowden is CMO at PlayStar. Jon has amassed over a decade’s worth of experience managing and developing iGaming brands. He has a proven track record of launching and reinventing brands in the sector and overseeing aggressive market share and revenue growth. Before joining PlayStar, Jon was with Entain where he was responsible for the Gala and Foxy suite of brands, delivering record revenues, leading to the brands becoming some of the fastest-growing in the sector.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #168 with Megan Easey, Director of Operations at Wizard Games.

🚀 In this insightful episode, you’ll uncover Megan's inspirational books, her effective performance management strategies, the harmony between personal authenticity and professional roles in the iGaming industry, and delve into the ups and downs of remote work and AI." Join Pierre Lindh as he engages in a captivating conversation with Megan Easey, Director of Operations at Wizard Games.

⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:52 - Influential Books: "Little Prince" & "Seagull"

05:07 - Megan’s Industry Background

08:54 - Inspired by Nelson Mandela

11:09 - Megan’s Leadership Philosophy

13:50 - Leadership Feedback Methods

19:05 - Balancing Feedback Types

21:15 - Successful Leadership Traits

26:00 - Friendships vs. Professional Bonds

30:03 - Personal vs. Professional Persona

37:13 - Authenticity in Leadership

41:40 - Performance Management Insights

44:10 - Importance of Strong KPIs

49:10 - Measuring Team Success

57:02 - Dealing with Toxic Leadership

1:02:31 - Megan's Inspirational Leaders

1:04:59 - Remote Work Pros & Cons

💼 About the Guest:

Megan Easey, with her extensive background in performance management, brings a unique perspective on leadership, team dynamics, and operational excellence. Her experiences growing up during the Nelson Mandela era have influenced her professional ethos and leadership style.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #167: With Sami Kurvinen co-Founder at Casinowizard🚨 Dive into an insightful exploration in our latest episode! Join host Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at NEXT.io, as he engages in a thought discussion with Sami Kurvinen, co-founder of Casinowizard. They'll dissect the current state of affiliate relationships with tier-1 operators in the iGaming industry. 🎧⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction03:00 - Background of Sami in iGaming06:00 - The Reason Behind Sami's Article09:00 - Affiliate Perspective12:00 - Operators' Perspective16:00 - Is it a Short-Term Situation?20:00 - Challenges in Working with Operators23:00 - Rise of the Black Market26:00 - Evolution of Affiliation Challenges Over the Past 10 Years30:00 - Future Trends of the Black Market33:00 - Strategies for Affiliates to Navigate the Current Landscape💼 ABOUT Sami Kurvinen:Sami Kurvinen is an iGaming expert with 15+ years of experience in the online gambling industry across various roles with a specific specialisation in affiliation.This episode of the NEXT.io Podcast, hosted by Pierre Lindh, promises to offer in-depth analysis and forecasts on the shifting trends in affiliate-operator relationships, providing listeners with valuable insights into the future of iGaming._____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #166 with Magnus Olsson, CCO at Play’n GO.🚨 Embark on a captivating journey through our newest episode! Join your host, Pierre Lindh, as he delves into a compelling conversation with Magnus Olsson, where they unravel the intricacies, explore challenges, and forecast the future of Playn’ GO amidst the ever-evolving iGaming landscape. 🎧⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Haas F1 Partnership03:35 - Formula 1 as B2B Sponsorship09:20 - Sitting Out on ICE12:46 - Play N Go As Acquisition Target16:30 - Key Role of US Market Entry20:15 - Pros and Cons of Going Public Trading21:16 - US vs. European Market Differences28:35 - Magnus's thoughts on competing companies32:06 - The Role of Core Games in Company Strategy37:51 - Potential to Live Casino Expansion40:14 - Growth through M&A44:12 - Play N Go Music 48:48 - Company Growth Over the Years58:18 - Refraining from using bonuses 1:06:37 - Magnus’s Favorite Game Studio1:09:46 - Outlook for Play N Go’s future💼 ABOUT Magnus Olsson:Play’n GO is one of the largest game producers in the world, leading the industry in providing premium entertainment to regulated casino operators in more than 20 jurisdictions. As the Chief Commercial Officer, Magnus is responsible for carrying the Play’n GO portfolio of games and software to the market. Heading up a growing team including Sales, Account Managers, Support and Integration, his department addresses operators around the world to provide the company’s award-winning products and the best customer experience in the industry. Before joining Play’n GO, Magnus held various Director positions at Juniper Networks and Hewlett Packard and has over 20 years’ of experience in developing, leading and managing international sales teams. Since joining the company, Magnus has grown the commercial team significantly, established a strong position in the Latin American market and helped to establish the company as a de facto leader in Europe, with a special focus on all global regulated markets._____This episode of the NEXT.io Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at NEXT.io, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #165 with Igor Samardziski, CEO of TrueLAB Games Studios, Investor & Tech Enthusiast.

🚀 Explore diverse dimensions with our latest episode! We'll navigate through diverse realms, from understanding the intricacies of life on the Spectrum to uncovering the potential of psychedelics as a potential solution for Gambling addictions. Shift gears as we delve into the corporate landscape, shedding light on how companies are implementing AI and exploring how operators are shifting towards emerging trends. Brace yourself for an intriguing chapter on resilience and strategy, as we delve into the challenges of entering the US market despite the lobby challenges.

00:00 Intro

00:56 - Life on the Spectrum

15:36 - How the Spectrum Can Affect Your Professional Career?

20:13 - Leveraging the Spectrum: Success Stories of Tech Start-Ups

30:58 - Clinical Evaluation of Psychedelics

37:57 - Psychedelics as a Potential Approach for Gambling Addictions

42:26 - Controlled micro-dosing

44:58 -Exploring the EGO and Super EGO Concepts

50:17 - Ayahuasca and Revelations of Truth with Yourself

1:06:12 - Social Structures and Alternate Scenarios

1:10:04 - The Concept of Happiness and Purpose in Modern Society

1:14:19 - Igor’s thoughts on AI's future perspective

1:20:00 - Utopian Realities According to Gambling Analogies

1:22:25 - Outcome from Creating AGI

1:25:11 - Deep Dive into Open AI and Sam Altman

1:28:35 - Controversial Events at Open AI Board Management

1:39:20 - New Products Coming Up Next Year in Open AI

1:44:56 - Companies Implementing AI

1:53:53 - The Game’s Costs of Production After AI

1:56:31 - AI's Game Revolution: Projecting Massive Creations

1:59:29 - Operators' Shift Towards Emerging Trends

2:08:42 - Regulators in Europe vs. Regulators in the US market

2:11:05 - Entering the US Market Despite Lobby Challenges

2:17:58 - What markets the industry is leading to?

2:29:15 - Global Markets, and Societal Evolution

💼 ABOUT IGOR SAMARDZISKI:

A highly proficient individual, specializing in gaming systems, start-up, operation and efficiency of Online Gaming and E-commerce business models, by expanding product verticals in new and existing businesses. Very entrepreneurial in spirit.

Highly knowledgeable in every area catering to an online gaming operation such as Fraud, AMLO, Bonus Abuse and Advantage Play from both an in-depth function perspective as well as management of resources and KPIs with a focus on Customer Service and operations resource management.

Founder of Big Data BI analytic software (and logic models) with a key focus on CRM, Churn Management and Customer Reactivation, Macro/Micro-Segmentation models and in-depth player management.

Executive consultant to the development of Social Casino Games based on volatility and hit rate metrics.

Developed BringIt - an Affiliate Program with a focus on the recruitment and maintenance of key Affiliate partners. The affiliate marketing programs employed by our casino, sports, binary and bingo operations yield an average nROI success rate of 1.7 + per quarter.

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2023 predictions revisted as Jette exits Entain!

• Entain CEO Jette Nygaard-Andersen steps down amid investor pressure.

• Activist fund Corvex circles Entain with company at “critical juncture”....and much more!Hang out with Jake Evans, Nico Jansen and Conor Mulheir with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the NEXT.io Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #07 of Vested Interest, the podcast where iGaming and sports betting enthusiasts find their edge, hosted by Pierre Lindh. In this episode, listeners are treated to an insightful exploration of the dynamic online gambling and betting start-up ecosystem, the current state of ICasino in New York City, and the future prospects of American tier-2 operators.Join Pierre as he delves into venture capital, investment strategies, and the entrepreneurial journey within the iGaming industry. This episode promises to offer a rich blend of expert analysis and practical advice for budding entrepreneurs and investors alike.🕒 Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction03:00 - Online Gambling/betting Start-up Landscape Vibe Check13:12 - ICasino in NYC: Current State17:35 - Interesting Investments in the Last Period23:40 - Future of American Tier-2 Operators37:30 - Instilling Confidence in Investors When Raising Capital48:00 - Fundraising and Approaching a VC56:30 - VC Return ExpectationsJoin Pierre and his guests: Lloyd Danzig, Managing Partner & Benjie Cherniak, Principal. Together, they navigate through the complexities and opportunities in the iGaming sector, offering a glimpse into the future trajectory of the industry.For essential iGaming knowledge, like, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE.Don't miss out on monthly episodes brimming with expert analyses, captivating stories, and the latest developments in iGaming. Dive deep into the vibrant core of the iGaming universe right here. 🎲🎰🎧_____This episode of the NEXT.io Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at NEXT.io, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #163 with Valentina Bagniya, CMO at SOFTSWISS 🌐🚨 Tune into this captivating episode of the NEXT.io Podcast for an insightful discussion on "2024 iGaming Marketing Trends"! Join our esteemed host Pierre Lindh as he welcomes Valentina Bagniya. 🎧In this episode, Valentina Bagniya unpacks her marketing strategies and offers an in-depth analysis of the SOFTSWISS Report. The conversation extends to a comparative of the Alcohol and Tobacco industries, providing unique insights into their marketing dynamics. Valentina and Pierre also delve into predictions for 2022-2024, discussing the industry's direction post-LATAM expansion and the future of marketing in a cookieless world. This episode is full of knowledge on emerging technologies, industry parallels, and key priorities for operators in 2024. 🔍Find the SOFTSWISS trend link below:https://www.softswiss.com/igaming-trends-2024⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction of Valentina Bagniya01:56 - Valentina Discusses Her Marketing Strategies08:42 - Pierre's Insights from the SOFTSWISS Report18:22 - Valentina's Analysis of the SOFTSWISS Report23:37 - Comparing the Alcohol and Tobacco Industries31:40 - Valentina's Predictions for 2022-202339:38 - Industry's Next Steps after LATAM41:08 - Valentina's Predictions for 202442:41 - The Future Without Cookies: Implications for Marketers45:03 - Pierre's Predictions for 2024 and Emerging Trends58:00 - Emerging Technologies in the Industry01:00:42 - Drawing Parallels between the Gambling, Alcohol, and Tobacco Industries01:02:08 - Top Three Priorities for Operators in 2024💼 ABOUT Valentina Bagniya:Valentina boasts a career in marketing that spans multiple industries, from FMCG to iGaming, and many brands such as British American Tobacco, Nestle and Heineken. Her expertise in marketing strategy, market research, management, and trade marketing has been sharpened through years of experience leading the marketing departments of regional spirits and beer companies. Thanks to Valentina's team's hard work, SOFTSWISS has become the number one brand in the media over the past two years, receiving industry recognition and awards such as the International Gaming Award for Crypto Company of the Year 2022, SiGMA Europe Awards for Company of the Year 2022 and many more. The Global Gaming Awards London 2023 has shortlisted Valentina for the Executive of the Year category.🔔 Don't miss this deep dive into the future of iGaming marketing. Remember to like, comment, and subscribe to NEXT.io for more insightful discussions with industry leaders!_____This episode of the NEXT.io Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at NEXT.io, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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This week, BetMGM set out its plans to reach $500m in annual EBITDA by 2026 following an “investment year” in 2024, while NeoGames faces a legal battle over the previous M&A activity of Aspire Global. Join NEXT.io editor Conor Mulheir and senior reporter Zak Thomas-Akoo as they take a deep dive into the week’s biggest stories.

Link to the articles:

• BetMGM aims for $500m EBITDA after 2024 “investment year”.

• NeoGames locked in legal battle over Aspire Global M&A disputes.

• Entain legally bound to exit unregulated markets as part of DPA.

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• Kindred Group to quit US market and slash headcount by 300.

• Q3 2023: Kindred Group dented by 13% dip in sports betting revenue...and much more!Hang out with Jake Evans & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the NEXT.io Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #161 with Marina Ilina, CEO of PIN-UP Global & Founder of PIN-UP Foundation 🌐🚨 Dive into the fascinating world of iGaming in this episode of the NEXT.io Podcast! Join our host Pierre Lindh as he engages in a deep-dive conversation with Marina Ilina. 🎧Marina Ilina sheds light on the strategies fueling PIN-UP's ascent, delving into effective leadership tactics and the organization's response to contemporary challenges. This episode explores the impact of the team's core values on business outcomes and examines how the internal dynamics within the ecosystem have revolutionized PIN-UP's workplace. It also delves into the lofty ambitions of the PIN-UP Foundation and its vision for the future.🔍⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction of Marina Ilina00:49 - The Secret Behind PIN-UP's Success02:30 - Key Traits of Effective Leadership09:26 - Recent Challenges Faced by PIP-UP12:30 - Embracing Diversity in the Workplace14:00 - The Establishment and Objectives of the PIN-UP Foundation18:42 - Overview of the Current Start-Up Landscape20:20 - PIN-UP's Anti-Fraud System23:40 - Marina's Forecasts for the iGaming Industry in the Next 3 Years💼 ABOUT Marina Ilina:Marina Ilina worked as a product/operations manager in an IT company and as a consultant for technology companies since 2014. Following that, she founded her own product, which grew into an international business ecosystem, in 2016. Today, it is the PIN-UP Global, where Marina Ilina serves as the CEO. Is a full-cycle ecosystem with in-house products and services for the gaming industry: software development, customer service, management, marketing, legal and financial support, and much more. Today PIN-UP Global is represented in six countries (Cyprus, Ukraine, Poland, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Peru), has more than 2200 employees, and operates in eight different areas – PIN-UP.TECH, PIN-UP.BUSINESS, PIN-UP.CRM, PIN-UP.TRAFFIC, PIN-UP.PLAY, PIN-UP.CARE, PIN-UP.TEAM, PIN-UP.INVESTMENTS. In 2022, Marina Ilina founded the charitable foundation PIN-UP Foundation.🔔 Join us for this insightful journey into the dynamics of iGaming leadership and innovation. Don't forget to hit the like button, share your thoughts in the comments, and subscribe to NEXT.io for more exclusive content with industry leaders!_____This episode of the NEXT.io Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at NEXT.io, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #162 with Pierre Lindh and Kristian Nylén, Co-founder & CEO 🌐🚨 Tune in to an insightful episode of the NEXT.io Podcast! Join our host Pierre Lindh as he engages in an in-depth conversation with Kristian Nylén. They delve into the inner workings of Kambi, exploring its rise, challenges, and strategic moves in the dynamic world of sports betting. 🎧Kristian Nylén offers an exclusive peek into his journey, shedding light on Kambi's strategic successes and hurdles in the US market. The episode dives into the reasons behind Kambi's acquisitions, its potential as an acquisition target, and the company's aspirations in emerging technologies like AI and micro betting. 🔍⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction of Kristian Nylén01:05 - Kristian's Background02:33 - Kambi's Success in the US05:20 - Kambi's Challenges in the US10:47 - Kambi as an Acquisition Target15:57 - Rationale Behind Kambi’s Acquisitions19:14 - Expectations in Esports21:17 - AI Opportunities in Sports Betting27:12 - AI Tool Predictions for Kambi30:53 - MicroBetting and Current Betting Experience35:18 - Future Revenue Goals and New Markets for Kambi40:12 - Emerging Technologies41:55 - Personal Motivation Behind Work

💼 ABOUT Kristian Nylén:Kristian first entered the industry as a sports trader with Unibet in 2000 and within three years had assumed responsibility for Unibet’s entire Sportsbook operation. Kristian became CEO of Kambi upon its formation in 2010, leading the company to become the world’s leading sports betting partner. 🔔 Dive deep into the world of sports betting with this episode! Hit the like button, share your thoughts, and remember to subscribe to NEXT.io for unparalleled insights and direct encounters with the luminaries of the industry!_____This episode of the NEXT.io Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at NEXT.io, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider

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• Catena Media ends strategic review with €19.8m sale of Italian assets.

• Q3 2023: Catena Media sees investor exodus after 28% revenue drop.

• Catena Media defends risk appetite as AskGamblers “thrives” at GiG.

• Entain faces further investor scrutiny as US hedge funds enter the fray.

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• LIVE from our studio with the three musketeers- Jake Evans, Pierre Lindh & Nico Jansen!- DraftKings' epic turnaround- FanDuel, ESPN Bet-SIGMA... and much more!Hang out with Jake Evans, Pierre Lindh & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the NEXT.io Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

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• Bigwinboard battles UK Gambling Commission over affiliate legal rights- Learnings from earnings: Margins squeezed as bookies lament Q3 sports resultsHang out with Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the NEXT.io Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #06 of Vested Interest, the podcast where iGaming and sports betting enthusiasts find their edge, hosted by the insightful Pierre Lindh. This episode delivers a comprehensive dissection of the G2E event, ESPN Bet's logo controversy, the evolving landscape of Sweepstakes Casinos, and an exclusive deep dive into Eberg Capital with Roger Ehrenberg.Embark on a knowledge-rich journey with Pierre, as he navigates through the vibrant and complex world of iGaming. This episode delves into the nuances of public relations and growth hacks of industry giants to the entrepreneurial qualities that forge success in the iGaming sphere.🕒 Timestamps:00:00-G2E Feedback05:07-Different PR Techniques20:13-Tinder Creation and Their Growth Hacks24:44-The Definition of Sweepstakes Casinos37:52-Attributes Needed for a Founder to Be Successful50:17-Roger Ehrenberg’s Introduction55:05-SlamBall and Alternatives58:54-Challenges as a VC and How to Overcome Them01:03:42-What Roger Looks for in a Founder01:08:54-How Much of a Business's Success Comes Down to the Founder01:11:11-Roger's Book Recommendations for FoundersJoin Pierre and his guests: Lloyd Danzig, the astute Managing Partner; Benjie Cherniak, the Principal with a keen eye for innovation; and Roger Ehrenberg, the Managing Partner of IA Capital Partners, IA Sports Ventures, and Eberg Capital, as they explore the intricacies and the future trajectory of iGaming Industry.💼 ABOUT Roger Ehrenberg:Managing Partner, IA Capital Partners, IA Sports Ventures, and Eberg CapitalFounding is an investment firm focused on sports franchise and sports-related venture capital investments. Previously Founding Partner of IA Ventures, a top performing seed stage venture firm based in NYC. Also run the Eberg Family Office which has an array of investments across early and late-stage venture capital, real estate, hospitality and sports. Member of the ownership groups of Alpine F1 Racing, the Miami Marlins and Real Salt Lake. Deeply committed to the rejuvenation of Downtown Detroit through investments in affordable housing and related neighborhood projects.For essential iGaming knowledge, like, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE.Don't miss out on monthly episodes brimming with expert analyses, captivating stories, and the latest developments in iGaming. Dive deep into the vibrant core of the iGaming universe right here. 🎲🎰🎧_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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• Better Collective to acquire Playmaker Capital in €176m deal - GiG to buy KaFe Rocks for €37.5m amid record Q3 revenueHang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the NEXT.io Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

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After the head of Germany’s gambling regulator suggested this week that “there is no evidence of a decrease in sales in the licensed gaming market in Germany,” Weekly News invites a panel of expert guest speakers to inspect this claim.Join Conor Mulheir, Nico Jansen and an esteemed panel of guests including Melchers Law Firm senior partner Dr. Joerg Hofmann, president of DSWV Mathias Dahms, Merkur Sports and Gaming MD Dirk Quermann, Hybrid Interaction CEO Shahar Attias and VP of global gaming at IDnow, Roger Redfearn-Tyrzyk, for this fascinating discussion on the past, present and future of Germany’s online gambling market

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• DraftKings overtakes FanDuel as US online gambling market leader

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• Shares tank as Luckbox fails to secure investment and shuts B2C arm... and much more! Hang out with Jake Evans & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #159 with Pierre Lindh and Eman Pulis Founder of SIGMA Group🎰🚨 Are you ready to unlock the mysteries of the SIGMA Group? Dive into another enthralling episode of the NEXT.io podcast as our host, Pierre Lindh, engages in a discussion with Eman Pulis, the pioneering force behind SIGMA Group and Ikigai Ventures. They embark on a journey revealing the unseen facets of the iGaming world. 🎧Eman Pulis offers unparalleled insights into SIGMA's heartbeat. This conversation promises revelations about acquisitions, event planning, affiliations, and so much more. Together, they tackle questions on the SIGMA acquisition rumor, the essence behind the numerous events, and the vision for SIGMA in the coming years. 🔥⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:35 - SIGMA acquisition rumor & outcome06:22 - The future for Eman08:49 - Ikigai Ventures overview17:20 - Reasons for numerous events29:30 - SIGMA Europe & New 2024 Venue37:26 - SIGMA affiliate vertical Insights46:26 - Rationale behind affiliate world acquisition49:12 - The role of a strong team52:22 - Lessons from past mistakes55:55 - Show Competitions & Comparisons01:02:55 - Predictions for SIGMA in 3 Years📘 ABOUT Eman Pulis:Eman Pulis, founder of the internationally acclaimed SiGMA Group, launched the brand from the comfort of his bedroom and propelled it to global recognition. Under his stewardship, SiGMA and the subsequent AIBC brand have become marquee events in the gaming and emerging tech sectors. Despite the global health crisis, Eman showcased his adaptability by launching a 4-show-event in 2021, which included SiGMA, AGS, Med-Tech World, and AIBC.Pulis firmly believes in cross-pollination and the potential of diverging verticals to learn and do business together. He established the SiGMA Fund and Accelerator to merge emerging tech and gaming. His dedication to holistic growth and mutual success is evident in his endeavors, such as the launch of SiGMA College in 2021 through the SiGMA Foundation. This initiative offers free interactive eLearning courses, emphasizing the gaming, blockchain, and emerging tech sectors.Beginning his career by hosting parties and concerts in Malta, Pulis leveraged insights from the gaming demographic to pivot into a new industry. Today, his company boasts 60+ employees with offices in multiple global locations. Beyond being an "events guy", Pulis has developed SiGMA's online presence in ten languages and expanded into media and affiliation.Eman, who holds multiple advanced degrees, including a Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Diplomatic Studies, also has a track record as an athlete, breaking a national record for the triple jump in 2003. He serves as a senior advisor on several boards.In his latest venture, Pulis launched Ikigai Ventures, a €20m Luxembourg-based VC firm focusing on frontier technologies. This initiative is backed by a global network of investors, entrepreneurs, and legal minds. The fund primarily targets sectors like gaming, betting, esports, blockchain, fintech, and AI, with over half of its capital already committed. The Ikigai Collective, a team of industry leaders, will support this network-driven approach to investment.Pulis resides in Malta with his family and continues to make significant strides in the tech and gaming sectors, always striving to uplift the industries he engages with.🔔 Engage with the pulse of the iGaming world! Hit that like button, share your thoughts, and ensure you're subscribed to NEXT.io to stay ahead with unmatched insights and exclusive interactions with the industry's luminaries!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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🎙 iGaming NEXT Podcast #158 with Pierre Lindh and David Yatom Hay, General Counsel at Soft2Bet 🎰🚨 Prepare for an insightful dive into the iGaming universe! Our host, Pierre Lindh welcomes David Yatom Hay, the formidable mind behind Soft2Bet's legal strategies, for an engaging tete-a-tete. Together, they pull back the curtain on the evolving industry landscape and delve deep into Soft2Bet's pivotal decisions. 🎧David Yatom Hay offers a front-row seat to the core strategies, challenges, and triumphs at Soft2Bet. This episode is a goldmine of knowledge, from regulatory shifts and emerging markets to Soft2Bet's progressive approach in the U.S. and the EU. Listen in as they navigate the current industry hurdles, future predictions, and Soft2Bet's visionary roadmap for the years ahead. 🔥⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction of David Yatom Hay03:05 - What changed in the industry in the past 10 years08:46 - Why there's a focus on the regulatory market and emerging markets15:20 - Balancing between BTC and BTB at Soft2Bet19:20 - Soft2Bet's approach in the U.S.21:55 - EU countries with proper regulations25:31 - Biggest challenges currently faced by Soft2Bet27:44 - Predictions about the industry30:47 - LATAM and expectations from that region34:10 - Soft2Bet's vision for the next 5 years📘 ABOUT David Yatom Hay:David Yatom is the General Counsel at Soft2Bet. His experience extends over a decade, involving the representation of gambling companies in complex deals, acquisitions, and mergers. His focus areas include sports betting platforms, B2B operations, and his experience with B2C companies. David has managed successful licensing processes in major European countries and the United States. His proficiency extends to AML regulations and GDPR compliance, ensuring the lawful operation of his client's businesses.🔔 Engage with the pulse of the iGaming world! Hit that like button, share your thoughts, and ensure you're subscribed to iGaming NEXT to stay ahead with unmatched insights and exclusive interactions with the industry's luminaries!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #05 of Vested Interest, the podcast for iGaming and sports betting enthusiasts, navigated by Pierre Lindh. This episode promises an enthralling conversation with three formidable figures in the iGaming universe - Lloyd, the Managing Partner at Sharp Alpha Advisors, Benjie Cherniak, the Principal at Avenue H Capital, and Akshay Khanna, the dynamic Co-founder & CEO of Jackpot.com.▶️ WATCH NOW: Vested Interest Podcast Ep. #05 🎧Journey with Pierre as he dives into the intricate maze of iGaming, gleaning game-changing insights. From contrasting the startup scene of two different decades to understanding how to make a powerful impact when you aren't the market's pioneer, this episode touches upon pressing concerns and evolving strategies in iGaming.🕒 Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction02:05 - Comparing the Startup Landscape: 2010's vs. 2020's14:03 - Raising Funds In a High Interest, High Inflation Environment21:32 - Fanatics, ESPN Bet or Bet365. Who will disrupt The "Big 4"?33:22 - How To Craft The Perfect Pitch Deck49:20 - DEEP DIVE: Jackpot.com with Akshay Khanna51:36 - Strategies for Growth When You're Not the Market's First Mover54:48 - Understanding Jackpot.com's Cap Table58:12 - Akshay's Recipe for Startup Success01:02:58 - Leveraging Jackpot.com's Database for Sports BettingEpisode #05 of Vested Interest unfurls a rich tapestry of industry foresight, hands-on experiences, and meticulous dissection of the iGaming and sports betting sectors. Enhance your industry acumen by indulging in this rich discourse.For unparalleled iGaming revelations, like, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE.Tune in every month for more illuminating tales, expert dialogues, and the most recent buzz in iGaming. Step into the pulsating heart of the iGaming cosmos right here. 🎲🎰🎧💼 ABOUT Akshay Khanna:Co-Founder/CEO, Jackpot.comAkshay joined Jackpot.com in May 2022 as a co-founder and as CEO of the North America business. Shortly thereafter, the company raised $36.5M in a Series A round co-led by Accomplice and Courtside VC, with participation from renown investors and operators including: Sapphire Sport, Elysian Park Ventures, Arctos Sports Partners, Haslam Sports Group, Michael Rubin, The Kraft Group, Jason Robins, among others. Jackpot is a third-party digital experience that is attempting to become the leader in facilitating the sale of official state lottery tickets online.Prior to Jackpot, Akshay was the GM of North America at StubHub. He joined StubHub in January 2018 as Head of Partnerships – NFL, NBA, and NHL, and was promoted twice within a year to take over the North America General Manager role, overseeing almost the entire StubHub business. In that role, Akshay oversaw and/or was directly responsible for every major lever of growth that drove the company’s business, including – supply, marketing, seller tools and product management & engineering, data & analytics, partnerships, strategy, pricing, and inventory management.Prior to his time at StubHub, Akshay was the Vice President of Strategy for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE), overseeing the business strategy group and involved in all revenue-generating functions of the organization’s teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center, Crystal Palace, eSports property Team Dignitas, and the Sixers Innovation Lab.Before joining HBSE, Akshay served as an Associate at Sycamore Partners, a consumer retail-focused private equity firm in New York City. Prior to Sycamore Partners, Akshay was an Analyst at Audax Group, a middle-market private equity firm in Boston._____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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• Optimove survey reveals tightrope walk between player engagement and marketing fatigue... and much more! Hang out with Jake Evans & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

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🎙 iGaming NEXT Podcast #156 with Pierre Lindh and David Flynn, Investor, Board Advisor, Non-Executive Director 🚴‍♂️🚨 Gear up for an electrifying episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast! Pierre Lindh, our esteemed host, sits down with David Flynn, to dissect his breathtaking 30-day bicycle journey from Stockholm to Malta. Together, they navigate the challenges, memories, and profound insights gained on this monumental ride. 🎧David Flynn gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the planning and determination required for this feat. They discuss the intertwined narratives of charity goals and the essentials one must consider for such ambitious adventures. The episode interweaves personal growth, industry perspectives, and Flynn's unwavering commitment to his craft. 🔥⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction of David Flynn04:08 - Planning the Epic Journey05:25 - Summaries of the Journey17:44 - The Charity Goal and Industry Challenges29:23 - What’s NEXT for David Flynn32:47 - Necessities for a Grand Bicycle Journey37:10 - David Flynn’s Professional Vision44:07 - The Coaching Process and the CEO LifestyleCharity Link: https://gofund.me/b42e4238💼 ABOUT David Flynn:With over 20 years in C-level roles within the iGaming Industry, David Flynn is an angel investor of numerous startups within iGaming, Payments and Med Tech Industries. He also works as a strategic advisor and is a Non-Executive Director for Glitnor Group Plc.🔔 Engage with our podcast's essence! Smash that like button, share your reflections, and remember to subscribe to iGaming NEXT for unmatched insights and direct encounters with the legends of the industry!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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• Flutter acquires majority stake in Serbian operator MaxBet for €141m

• 888 shares slide as operator warns of 10% revenue decline

• Entain shares tumble after Q3 2023 earnings warning

• Betsson continues Central and Eastern Europe expansion with Serbia launch

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🎙 iGaming NEXT Podcast #155 | 'Understanding the Brazilian Player' with Pierre Lindh and Olga Resiga & Carla Dualib🚨 Dive into the vibrant world of Brazilian gaming in this latest episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! Pierre Lindh sits down with Olga Resiga, Chief Business Development Officer, and Carla Dualib, Regional Business Development Manager (Latin America) from SOFTSWISS, to uncover the intricacies of the Brazilian market. 🎧Join us in this enlightening conversation as our guests shed light on what makes the Brazilian player unique and how the culture, especially football, benefits sports betting in Brazil. Want insights on the upcoming regulations or the role of women in Brazilian gambling? We've got you covered! 🔥⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction02:05 - What Makes Brazilian Players Special04:39 - Acclimation to the Brazilian Market06:58 - Current Status of Upcoming Regulations in Brazil10:05 - Women in Gambling in Brazil15:36 - How Brazil's Football Culture Benefits Sports Betting20:20 - Crypto Gambling in Brazil21:55 - Entering the Brazilian Market as an Operator26:05 - How SOFTSWISS Can Assist Operators in Entering the Brazilian Market🔔 Embark on this exploration and stay ahead in iGaming! Don't forget to hit the like button, share your insights in the comments, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for an immersive adventure with the industry's pioneers!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #04 of Vested Interest, the go-to podcast for iGaming and sports betting aficionados, steered by the astute Pierre Lindh. In this episode, we're elated to present a captivating dialogue with three of the industry experts - Lloyd Danzig from Sharp Alpha Advisors, Benjie Cherniak of Avenue H Capital, and Paris Smith, Advisor & Gaming Industry Expert.▶️ WATCH NOW: Vested Interest Podcast Ep. #04 🎧Join Pierre as he delves deep into the dynamic world of iGaming, extracting invaluable insights and perspectives from our distinguished guests. This episode spans a range of pivotal topics, from the G2E Expectations to a deep dive into Pinnacle.🕒 Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction05:54 - G2E Expectations. Will online eat into land-based?10:00 - How do you get the most out of G2E and similar conferences?13:57 - Fantasy Sports Outlook25:00 - How to succeed as a new entry in the industry28:18 - Traps start-up founders should avoid when seeking investment45:15 - How much you want to dilute yourself as a founder54:33 - DEEP DIVE: PinnacleEpisode #04 of Vested Interest offers a potent mix of industry predictions, firsthand experiences, and an in-depth analysis of the iGaming and sports betting sectors. Stay ahead of the curve by immersing yourself in this enlightening conversation.For unmatched iGaming insights, don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE.Join us every month for more revelations, expert discussions, and the freshest updates in iGaming. Embark on a journey into the epicenter of the iGaming universe right here. 🎲🎰🎧_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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🎙 iGaming NEXT Podcast #152 | 'Bragg Gaming Deep' with Pierre Lindh and Matevž Mazij, Chair of the Board & CEO - Bragg Gaming Group🚨 Delve deep into the iGaming cosmos with this latest episode! Host Pierre Lindh engages in a riveting conversation with Matevz Maize, the mastermind behind Bragg Gaming Group's success. Together, they uncover the secrets, challenges, and future of Bragg in the ever-evolving iGaming landscape. 🎧In this exclusive chat, Matevž provides a sneak peek into the gears turning behind Bragg's business model, their aggressive entry into the US market, and their strategies to stand out in a saturated arena teeming with game studios. The discussion further expands on the role of aggregators, the promising horizons in emerging markets, and Matevz's predictions for the next half-decade. 🔥⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction of Matevž04:15 - Business Model of Bragg10:11 - Growth of Bragg14:24 - Future of US Market and Sports Betting18:41 - Establishing Yourself in the US21:05 - Challenges in the US Market27:25 - Opportunities in Emerging Markets32:28 - Sustainability of the Market with Hundreds of Game Studios35:45 - Importance of Aggregators for the Industry38:13 - Staying Motivated42:42 - Predictions for the Next 5 YearsDive in with Pierre and Matevž for an in-depth exploration into the iGaming universe. Their frank and enlightening dialogue guarantees to arm listeners with unparalleled knowledge about the game's nuances and Bragg's exciting journey.💼 ABOUT Matevž Mazij:Matevž Mazij founded Oryx Gaming in Slovenia in 2010, building the company into a leading full turnkey iGaming technology provider which was acquired by Bragg Gaming Group in 2018. Matevz continued to serve as CEO of Oryx Gaming throughout the post-acquisition integration period until 2021, when he moved on to join the Bragg Board of Directors. He was appointed Chair of the Board of Directors in June 2023, and Chief Executive Officer in August 2023.🔔 Engage with the conversation! Hit the like, pen down your thoughts, and don't forget to subscribe to iGaming NEXT for unparalleled insights and face-to-face chats with the industry's luminaries!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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This week's topic: Lindar Media, the force behind the MrQ brand, faces a hefty £691 regulatory settlement from the UKGC. Multiple social responsibility and anti-money laundering lapses have come to light. _________Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

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🎙 iGaming NEXT Podcast #153 | 'American Gaming Association Update' with Pierre Lindh and Bill Miller🚨 We're back with another unmissable episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! Join host Pierre Lindh as he engages with Bill Miller, the President & CEO of the American Gaming Association, for an in-depth analysis of the present and future state of gaming in the US. 🎧In this enlightening conversation, Bill sheds light on the burgeoning success of both retail and online gambling avenues in the US. Will online gaming outshine its retail counterpart in the coming years? What strategies can small operators leverage? Get answers to these pertinent questions and much more! 🔥⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Warm Welcome & Introduction00:51 - Retail vs. Online Gambling: Breaking Down the US Success Story02:48 - Future Outlook: The Rise of Online Gaming04:26 - Winning Strategies for Small Operators in the Dynamic US Market08:32 - How the US Media Views the iGaming Industry: A Deep Dive13:19 - Regulatory Showdown: EU vs US16:46 - The Black Market in the US: Facts, Myths & Realities27:20 - A Sneak Peek into G2E's Exciting Line-up32:06 - The Spotlight on Online Casinos at G2E 202336:57 - Forward Momentum: American Gaming Association's RoadmapEmbark on this journey with Pierre and Bill as they navigate the rich tapestry of iGaming in the US. Their candid dialogue promises to offer unique insights, highlighting the challenges, opportunities, and evolution of the industry.💼 ABOUT Bill Miller:Bill Miller is the President and CEO of the American Gaming Association (AGA), which represents the $261 billion U.S. casino industry. Since joining the AGA in 2019, Miller has elevated the association’s influence in Washington, advanced key industry priorities, and deepened member engagement.https://www.americangaming.org/staff/bill-miller/🔔 Dive in, immerse yourself, and stay updated! Hit the like button, share your thoughts in the comments, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for an unparalleled journey into the world of iGaming with the industry's trailblazers!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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• With special guest Stefan Thelberg, CEO & Co-Founder of Holm Security- Cybersecurity incident triggers major outages at MGM hotels and casinos- DraftKings slammed for “reprehensible” 9/11-themed parlay promoHang out with Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

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• Stake stresses user funds are safe after hackers steal $41m from crypto wallets- UAE’s first gambling regulator created to oversee “lottery and commercial gaming"... and much more!Hang out with Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

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• Former Glitnor Group CEO David Flynn to cycle across Europe for charity

• Ontario to outlaw athletes and celebrities in gambling marketing from 2024Hang out with Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

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🎙 Podcast with Micahel Pedersen and Jean Galea, Head of Marketing Platforms at Betsson

🚨 Dive into another riveting episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! 🎧

Jean has been heading up Betsson's global MarTech stack for the past 6 years and has a wealth of experience. In his calm and well-articulated way, he managed to explain the massive opportunities of a well-constructed MarTech strategy and how it can improve both the customer's journey and also help link together internal teams and processes. 🔥

⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 03:25 - MarTech and Its Role 11:35 - Harmonizing Acquisition and Retention teams 16:40 - Exploring Omni-Channel Strategies 18:54 - The Most Daunting Challenges in MarTech 25:35 - Envisioning a Cookie-less Future 37:00 - The Role of AI in Shaping MarTech's Future 52:23 - Breaking Down MarTech's Influence on iGaming 54:11 - Jean's Top 3 Predictions for MarTech

💼ABOUT Jean Galea: Over 10+ years of experience in marketing and 6 years in gaming, Jean has a strong understanding of the various marketing channels, as well as how these tie in together to create effective acquisition strategies. In recent years, he has transitioned into marketing platforms and technology, leading a team at Betsson Group which designs, builds, maintains, researches and onboards marketing platforms and processes that optimize and scale acquisition efforts.

In his role, Jean focuses on bridging the gap between Marketing teams, Product Development, Data, Analytics and Commercial teams. He connects the dots together, building highly-focused cross-functional teams that bring the necessary expertise together to build solutions that require multiple departments and wider-company cooperation. With a strong grasp of people skills, technology, marketing, and business strategy, he is constantly examining the multiple facets of the business, looking for strategic gaps and opportunities and thinking up practical solutions to address them. With his rapid experimentation style, Jean typically sows multiple seeds to see what sprouts, separating through practice what works from what doesn’t, in a continuous effort to unlock commercial value. He is also very attentive to the people and processes side of marketing technology and is a strong believer that the tools are only as useful as the people behind them and the ways in which they are applied.

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• Q2 2023: Better Collective celebrates record Q2 as revenue jumps 39%

• Q2 2023: Catena Media shares plummet as affiliate reports 60% EBITDA decrease

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🎙 Podcast #151 with Pierre Lindh and Alex Pratt, Marketing Director - Clarion Events

🚨 Dive into another riveting episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! This time, Pierre Lindh sits down with Alex Pratt, Marketing Director at Clarion Events, to dissect the recent shifts and trends in the iGaming event landscape. 🎧

Throughout this episode, Alex offers a behind-the-scenes look at the decisions driving Clarion's event relocations, the rationale behind reducing events post-COVID, and the metrics that matter in the iGaming event space. He also touches upon the significance of the NPS score and the broader vision of Clarion Events. 🔥

⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - ICE Moving from London to Barcelona: The Strategy 05:30 - SBC's Reaction to Clarion’s Move 10:17 - IGBL!VE's Transition from Amsterdam to London 14:04 - The Significance of the NPS Score 16:25 - Clarion's Post-COVID Event Strategy 19:32 - The Vision Behind Clarion's Event Relocations 21:10 - The Future of iGaming Events 22:11 - Alex's Predictions for the Next Decade

Join Pierre and Alex for a deep dive into the world of iGaming events. Their candid conversation promises to enlighten listeners about the industry's evolving dynamics and the future of iGaming events.

💼ABOUT Alex Pratt: Alex Pratt is Managing Director of Clarion Gaming where he oversees their portfolio of market-leading b2b events and digital products including the world’s largest gaming exhibition ICE and iGamingBusiness.com which attracts over a million users a year. Alex joined Clarion through the acquisition of iGaming Business which he built from a single print magazine to a portfolio of multiple publishing and digital products as well as the leading affiliate events for the gaming market, iGB Affiliate. Although he lives and breathes gaming he also set up the digital marketing division at Clarion Events through the acquisitions of Affiliate Summit and Traffic & Conversion Summit.

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #03 of Vested Interest, the go-to podcast for iGaming and sports betting aficionados, steered by the astute Pierre Lindh. In this episode, we're elated to present a captivating dialogue with three of the industry's luminaries - Lloyd Danzig from Sharp Alpha Advisors, Benjie Cherniak of Avenue H Capital, and Jeff Haas, a multifaceted gaming advisor, angel investor, and entrepreneur.

▶️ WATCH NOW: Vested Interest Podcast Ep. #03 🎧

Join Pierre as he delves deep into the dynamic world of iGaming, extracting invaluable insights and perspectives from our distinguished guests. This episode spans a range of pivotal topics, from the monumental ESPN and PENN licensing agreement to the top 5 lies often told by startup founders in the iGaming space.

🕒 Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:13 - ESPN signs license agreement with PENN worth $1.5bn over 10 years 07:19 - Stock price DKNG/PENN 11:13 - ESPN shares options to buy approx. 30% of PENN over 10 years 13:42 - PENN estimated $1bn EBITDA by 2027 (20% OSB share + 16% online casino share) 19:06 - Quarterly reports - US OSB/OG turning the corner 22:06 - Profitability in Q2 in the US and why 27:26 - Both DKNG & BetMGM reports being the leading operator in online casino 32:31 - Top 5 lies investors hear from founders 46:34 - DEEP DIVE – GeoComply

Episode #03 of Vested Interest offers a potent mix of industry predictions, firsthand experiences, and an in-depth analysis of the iGaming and sports betting sectors. Stay ahead of the curve by immersing yourself in this enlightening conversation.

For unmatched iGaming insights, don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE.

Join us monthly for more revelations, expert discussions, and the freshest updates in iGaming. Embark on a journey into the epicenter of the iGaming universe right here. 🎲🎰🎧

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• Welcome back Jake Evans!

• Flutter and Entain Q2 analysis

...and mych more!

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #02 of Vested Interest, your definitive source for iGaming and sports betting insights, hosted by the ever-insightful Pierre Lindh. This week, we're thrilled to bring you a riveting conversation with two of the industry's brightest minds - Lloyd Danzig of Sharp Alpha Advisors and Benjie Cherniak from Avenue H Capital.

▶️ WATCH NOW: Vested Interest Podcast Ep. #02 🎧

Dive in as Pierre navigates the intricate corridors of iGaming, drawing out unparalleled wisdom and viewpoints from our esteemed guests. This episode covers a spectrum of topics, from the buzz around Stake.com's potential US acquisition to the role of venture capitalists in shaping the future of online sports betting.

🕒 Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 02:40 - Stake.com considering US Acquisition 18:08 - VC’s role in online sportsbetting/gambling 29:22 - 2024/25 startups landscape development 33:40 - Fanatics/DKNG drama and what do we expect from Fanatics 44:00 - Underdog fantasy deep dive: Will they make it in OSB? 54:14 - Predictions for the future in the US

Episode #02 of Vested Interest promises a rich blend of industry foresight, hands-on experiences, and a thorough dissection of the iGaming and sports betting arenas. Ensure you're at the forefront of industry knowledge by tuning into this enlightening dialogue.

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Catch us every month for more insights, expert interviews, and the latest news in iGaming. Your journey into the heart of the iGaming industry starts here. 🎲🎰🎧

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• The OG Duo is back! Pierre Lindh & Nico Jansen are back at it again

• ICE vs. SBC - Drama in the Conference world

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🎙 Podcast with Michael Pedersen and Valentina Diaco, iGaming Marketing Director

🚨 Buckle up for another riveting episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! Our host Michael Pedersen, CCO at Livespins, is joined by Valentina Diaco, iGaming Marketing Director, for an in-depth discussion on the future of gaming and the role of influencer marketing in the iGaming industry. 🎧

This episode is packed with priceless insights, as Valentina shares her unique perspective on influencer marketing, the use of AR filters in gaming, the role of voice assistants in iGaming, and the importance of the audio layer in online casinos. She also explores the Metaverse, AI, and reveals her predictions for the future of the industry. 🔥

⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 04:36 - What is Influencer Marketing 10:30 - How to Become a Successful Marketing Influencer 14:07 - Different Types of Sponsorships and Influencers 23:40 - Understanding AR Filters and Their Uses 43:00 - The Role of Voice Assistants in iGaming and Their Use Cases 47:55 - The Importance of Audio Layer in Online Casinos 51:00 - Exploring the Metaverse, AI, and What's Next 59:20 - Predictions from Valentina

Don't miss this unique opportunity to gain firsthand insights from Valentina Diaco as she and Michael delve into the intricacies of the iGaming industry, the dynamics of influencer marketing, and the future of gaming.

💼ABOUT Valentina Diaco: Experienced marketing executive with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and building strong brands. Specializes in strategic marketing, digital marketing, and brand development. Keenly embraces the opportunity to leverage the most advanced technologies, such as AI, AR, Web3, and the Metaverse, and demonstrates a passion for exploring and harnessing cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation and maximize ROI. Brings a fresh and dynamic perspective to the iGaming industry by seamlessly merging marketing expertise and integrated marketing approaches with the latest technological advancements.

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🎙 Podcast #149 with Pierre Lindh and Zhi Huang, CTO & Co-Founder, Posterity

We will embark on a thrilling journey through AI’s evolution, mind-blowing applications, and ethical challenges. We’ll witness the quirky beginnings, breakthrough moments, and iconic milestones that have shaped AI into the powerhouse it is today.

👨 Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder, Managing Director, iGaming NEXT 👨 Zhi Huang,CTO & Co-Founder, Posterity

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• A Brazil Special with an expert panel of special guests- Alessandro Valente, Thomas Carvalhaes & Roger Redfearn-Tyrzyk

• Brazilian president approves sports betting regulations

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🎙 Podcast #148 with Pierre Lindh and Gavin Hamilton, Director - Willow Park Capital

🚨 Get ready for an insightful episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! Our host Pierre Lindh is joined by Gavin Hamilton, Director of Willow Park Capital, for an enlightening discussion on the future of customer relationships in the iGaming industry. 🎧

This episode is brimming with invaluable insights, as Gavin reflects on his past predictions, shares lessons from major acquisitions, and reveals his investment strategy. He also discusses the evolution of slots, the importance of team loyalty, and his predictions for the future of the industry. 🔥

⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - Gavin's Five Predictions from 2017 05:30 - Lessons from Major Acquisitions 10:17 - Post-acquisition Exit and What's NEXT 14:04 - Evolution and Their Challenges 16:25 - Evolution of Slots 19:32 - Cultivating Team Loyalty 21:10 - Gavin's Investment Strategy 22:11 - Gavin's Five Predictions for 2027

Don't miss this unique opportunity to gain firsthand insights from Gavin Hamilton as he and Pierre delve into the intricacies of the iGaming industry, the dynamics of Willow Park Capital, and the future of customer relationships.

💼ABOUT Gavin Hamilton: Director at Willow Park Capital.

Gavin Hamilton brings a wealth of experience to the table, having been a key player in the iGaming industry for many years. His strategic vision and investment acumen have been instrumental in shaping the direction of Willow Park Capital. Gavin's insights are invaluable for anyone looking to understand the future of the industry.

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🎙 Podcast #147 with Pierre Lindh and Maarja Pärt CEO of Yolo Group

🚨 Brace yourself for a riveting episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! Our host Pierre Lindh welcomes Maarja Pärt, the innovative CEO of Yolo Group, for a thought conversation on the inner workings of the iGaming industry. 🎧

This episode is packed with wisdom, as Maarja unravels her journey from customer support to CEO, the challenges Yolo faced in 2022, her leadership principles, and the expectations for the iGaming industry in 2024. 🔥

⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - Maarja's Journey 04:25 - Transitioning from Customer Support to CEO 06:12 - Managing Company Scaling 09:34 - Challenges Faced by YOLO in 2022 12:00 - Maarja's Leadership Principles 13:32 - POTS Syndrome and Its Management 15:45 - The Role and Meaning of Being a CEO 20:08 - Handling Stress and Pressure as a CEO 24:05 - Generating Big Business Ideas 27:10 - Advice for the New Generation and the Future of YOLO

Don't miss this golden opportunity to gain firsthand insights from Maarja Pärt as she and Pierre traverse through her journey, the current dynamics of Yolo Group, and the wider iGaming environment.

💼ABOUT Maarja Pärt: Member of the management board of Yolo Group.

Maarja oversees the Yolo Group as CEO and has been an integral part of the Group’s growth and development.

Previously serving as CFO, Maarja has a decade of hands-on experience both within the start-up and iGaming sectors. She has strategically supervised the Group from an operation of six people to a globally recognised leader in crypto entertainment.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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• Entain acquires Angstrom Sports to strengthen US sports betting capabilities

• Entain acquires Angstrom Sports to strengthen US sports betting capabilities

• Betfred hit with £3.25m UKGC settlement for AML and responsibility failures

• UK to require parental consent for under-18 loot box purchases

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🎙 Podcast with Michael Pedersen and Pete Laverick, CEO & Founder at Incline Gaming Marketing Inc.

🚨 Prepare for an unforgettable journey in this mind-bending episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast!

🎧 Pete is an iGaming veteran with 27 years of experience under his belt, based on the Westcoast working with US marketing on a daily basis. What are the current CPA and LTV levels, how do they differ between sports-betting and casino, bonusing and bonus abuse, MarTech and its importance are just some of the topics in this pod and Pete gives us his predictions of how the US marketing world will unfold over the next 24 months.

⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction of Pete Laverick 07:15 - How is the marketing landscape in the US right now 13:07 - Average CPA for sports betting & casino in the US 16:05 - What is the state of the bonus spend 22:25 - How different are the products in the US from Europe 30:22 - The current state of the technology compared to Europe 36:47 - The road from the land-based casino to the online 42:00 - How to bring a younger demographic into the casino 44:44 - Predictions from Pete’s side about the US market 50:00 - How to achieve success for a small casino in the US 54:20 - Top 3 tips for operators & marketers when entering the US 1:00:05 - Bonus question

💼 ABOUT Pete Laverick: Pete has more than 25 years experience of successfully leading marketing teams in online gaming. As one of the most experienced real money gaming marketing executives, he relocated to the US in 2010 to focus on the North American market. Pete brings experience from BetVictor, IGT, BetAmerica, Aristocrat and PlayStudios.

🔔 Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for more enlightening content and exclusive interviews with industry leaders!

_____ This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Michael Pedersen, CCO at Livespins and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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• Las Vegas Sands enters online gambling with launch of B2B live dealer casino

• Bally’s selects Stakelogic’s live dealer solution for Rhode Island expansion

• DraftKings hits 52-week high amid positive outlook for profitability

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• Dutch market deep dive

• With Special Guest Peter-Paul de Goeij, Managing Director at NOGA

... and much more!

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• Entain moves to acquire Polish bookmaker STS for £750m

• Betsson enters Belgium with €120m acquisition of betFIRST

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🎙 Podcast #146 with Pierre Lindh and Alexandre Tomic from Alea Gaming

🚨 Prepare for an unforgettable journey in this mind-bending episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! Join host Pierre Lindh as he engages with Alexandre Tomic, CEO & founder of Alea Gaming, delving deep into the intricate world of iGaming. 🎧

This episode serves up a rich platter of insights, as Alexandre discusses everything from the intriguing nature of black markets, supplier API hacks, AI world dominance to the unexpected influence of aliens and the future of psychedelics in our society. 🔥

⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Sponsors 00:36 - Discussion on AI and Controversial Theories 15:43 - Segment on Hacking & Cryptocurrency Casinos 26:56 - Alexandre's Analysis of the Current Market 44:05 - Examination of the Aggregator’s Role in the System 55:30 - Profile of the World's Largest Operator 01:02:17 - Forecast of the Biggest Upcoming Markets 01:12:00 - Speculation on Where the Grey Market is Heading 01:18:08 - Impact of Covid and What Lies Beyond 01:24:09 - Hypothetical Discussion: Alexandre's Alternate Career Outside iGaming 01:28:22 - Insights into Psychedelics and their Future Direction

This is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge from Alexandre Tomic as he and Pierre discuss the past, present, and potential future of Alea Gaming and the broader iGaming landscape.

💼ABOUT Alexandre Tomic:

Alexandre Tomic is the founder and CEO of Alea.com, the multi-award-winning company behind several successful B2C and B2B gaming operations. Tomic is well-known within our industry, having twenty years of experience in varying aspects ranging from affiliate network, casino operator and game aggregator.. His passion for the industry is matched by his drive for innovative products and ideas. Alexandre himself is a biohacking and VR enthusiast and is committed to promote social responsibility among operators and create awareness about the societal impact of the gambling industry.

🔔 Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for more enlightening content and exclusive interviews with industry leaders!

_____ This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT, and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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• KSA pushes for legal changes to enable easier use of false IDs

• KSA fines Bingoal €400k for sending gambling advertising to young adults

• Dutch loss limit legislation to be announced by end of 2023

• Betsson wins interim appeal against Finnish prohibition order

• Kindred Group loses latest appeal case in Norway

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• Malta’s controversial law proposal and the thorny question of gambling public policy

• Five things we know about France’s proposed online casino regulation

• Entain expects “substantial financial penalty” over former Turkey business

Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

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🎙 Podcast #145 with Pierre Lindh and Vitali Matsukevich & Ivan Borschyov from SOFTSWISS🚨 Buckle up for another insightful episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast! This time, host Pierre Lindh engages with Vitali Matsukevich, the COO at SOFTSWISS, and Ivan Borschyov, Head of Business Account Managers at SOFTSWISS Casino Platform, for an in-depth exploration of the innovative world of SOFTSWISS. 🎧This episode is bursting with indispensable knowledge as Vitali and Ivan unlock the success strategies of SOFTSWISS, the interplay between crypto and fiat players, the role of AI in live casinos, and the company's approach to client retention. 🔥⏰Timestamps:00:00 - Sponsors00:24 - Intro02:22 - Importance of Retention08:40 - Creating Brand Loyalty15:03 - AI in Live Casinos21:50 - New Features in SOFTSWISS28:40 - Tools for Retention30:45 - Crypto vs. Fiat Players35:30 - BTC at 1 MillionSeize this rare chance to learn firsthand from Vitali Matsukevich and Ivan Borschyov as they, along with Pierre, examine the past, present, and probable future of SOFTSWISS and the broader iGaming landscape.💼ABOUT the Guests:– Vitali Matsukevich is the Chief Operating Officer at SOFTSWISS, bringing extensive experience in the iGaming and cryptocurrency gambling fields. Since joining SOFTSWISS in October 2014, he has played a pivotal role in its development and growth. With a focus on analysing market trends and advancing crypto gambling, Vitali has become an expert in various business and product areas.– Ivan Borschyov is the Head of Business Account Managers at SOFTSWISS Casino Platform, where he has been a valuable member since 2019. With a focus on customer service and sales, Ivan excels in developing and nurturing relationships with SOFTSWISS business clients, providing them with top-notch support and service. He possesses expertise in the crypto industry and deeply understands successful casino operations in Europe, including statistics, traffic, and trends in their top markets.🔔 Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for more enlightening content and exclusive interviews with industry leaders!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology

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🎙 Podcast #144 with Pierre Lindh and Angus Nisbet, VP of Gaming at BetMGM🚨 Another exciting episode of iGaming NEXT podcast has just landed! Our host, Pierre Lindh, invites Angus Nisbet, VP of Gaming at BetMGM, to embark on a comprehensive deep dive into the world of BetMGM. 🎧This episode is packed with valuable information and insights as Angus unravels the secrets behind the success of BetMGM, the differences between the US & European markets, the unique BetMGM culture, and much more. 🔥⏰Timestamps:00:00 - Sponsors' Intro00:24 - Angus Introduction05:50 - The success of BetMGM10:38 - Leveraging the database18:15 - US vs. European Market25:36 - European market mistakes in 201030:34 - The market state in the US37:10 - Regulation in the US41:20 - Survival for Startups43:51 - BetMGM Culture and Leadership48:00 - Lessons from Competitors52:35 - Angus’s view on new trendsTake advantage of this unique opportunity to gain first-hand insights from Angus Nisbet, as he and Pierre explore the past, present, and future of BetMGM and the iGaming industry.💼ABOUT Angus Nisbet:Angus Nisbet is currently VP of Gaming at BetMGM and oversees BetMGM’s online casino, poker and bingo operations. In his role, he focuses on overall marketing strategy to drive growth, developing relationships with suppliers to continue to deliver new and innovative content, and player management. An iGaming veteran with over twenty years of experience, Nisbet joined BetMGM in June 2022 from Playtech where he served as Managing Director.🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for more insightful content and exclusive interviews with industry leaders!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology

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🎙 Podcast #143 with Pierre Lindh and Dmitry Belianin, the CCO at Parimatch International for an in-depth look at Brand Marketing, Social trends, activating sponsorships & succeeding in 2023.🎧Pierre navigates this insightful discussion through the ever-evolving iGaming landscape, with Dmitry providing unique insights and perspectives from his vast experience in the industry. The conversation covers everything from operating in regulated and unregulated markets, the art of brand marketing, activating sponsorships, to succeeding in the African market in 2023.🕒 Timestamps:00:00 - Sponsors' Intro00:24 - Host Intro and Parimatch in Ukraine05:34 - Regulated vs Unregulated Markets09:00 - Traits for Success as an Operator14:35 - Distinctive Industry Brands22:50 - Optimizing Ambassadorship32:00 - Implications of UFC Collaborations36:23 - Shotgun vs Sharpshooter in Marketing41:15 - Effective Marketing Tactics43:30 - Succeeding in the African Market45:56 - Dmitry's Inspirational BrandsThis episode is a must-listen for anyone in the iGaming industry, offering a combination of exclusive insights, strategic advice, and an in-depth analysis of key trends in 2023. Don't miss this opportunity to tap into the mind of a successful industry leader and gain the insights you need to navigate the thrilling world of iGaming.ABOUT Dmitry Belianin:Experienced marketing strategist and leader in the sports betting industry. Over 15 years of experience in both marketing and gaming, and a proven record in building global teams, growing profits, and implementing high-growth marketing, digital, and product development strategies within the biggest gaming companies.Remember to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more content like this.🎙️ Join us next week for another engaging episode of iGaming NEXT!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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Hang out with Pierre Lindh and Nico Jansen on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

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🎙️ Welcome to the inaugural episode of Vested Interest, your one-stop podcast for all things iGaming and sports betting, hosted by the charismatic Pierre. Today, we feature an engaging discussion with two industry stalwarts - Lloyd Danzig, a visionary in the iGaming world, and Benjie Cherniak, a sports betting maestro.▶️ WATCH NOW: Vested Interest Podcast Ep. #01 🎧Join us as our host Pierre delves deep into the constantly evolving landscape of iGaming, with unique insights and perspectives provided by our expert guests. The conversation ranges from scam awareness and personal experiences in the industry to the notable big-ticket acquisition by Fanatics.🕒 Timestamps:00:00 - Sponsor00:24 - Introduction05:30 - SBC Conference Insights06:52 - Scams and Personal Stories11:40 - Takeaways from the Conference20:22 - The Recent Big Acquisition of Fanatics30:31 - Evaluations, Acquisitions, and Raising Capital43:12 - M&A Wave47:06 - Beter's Establishment in the USAs the premiere episode of Vested Interest, this podcast delivers a blend of industry insights, personal experiences, and an in-depth analysis of the iGaming and sports betting sectors. Don't miss out on this valuable exchange of insights that could be the edge you need in navigating the exciting world of iGaming.For more content like this, don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE.🎙️ Join us again next week for another thrilling episode of Vested Interest!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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• Henrik Tjärnström resigns as Kindred Group CEO

• PointsBet shares plummet on $150m sale of US business to Fanatics

• Aristocrat Leisure to acquire NeoGames in $1.2bn deal

-UK government urged to regulate “wild west” of crypto trading as gambling

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🎙 Welcome to the new Podcast of the iGaming NEXT series, featuring our splendid host Heidi and special guest Nicole Kavander, the mastermind behind the "All of Us" Mentorship Program. In this episode titled "Mentorship, a Fast Track to Success", we take a thorough look into the world of mentorship in the iGaming industry.⏲️ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:24 - Nicole and the "All of Us" Program: The Genesis03:56 - Journey to Joining the "All of Us" Program09:17 - Nicole's Innovative Strategy for Onboarding Mentors13:50 - The Intricate Structure of the "All of Us" Mentorship Program16:00 - The Aspirations and Future Goals of the "All of Us" Program💡 From exploring the inception and structure of the "All of Us" program to delving into Nicole's strategies and future ambitions, this episode offers unique insights into the transformative power of mentorship in the iGaming realm. 🌍About Nicole Kavander:Nicole is co-founder of All of Us, a network championing diversity and inclusion in the creative industries. She has a background in the advertising industry, working as a business director and strategist and is one of three voices in Checkpoint med Anbara, Brandon och Nicole, a podcast on the black experience in Sweden. Nicole is a board member at Open Act, Swedish Fasthion Association and Nibye.🎧 Whether you are a seasoned iGaming professional or a newcomer seeking to understand more about this vibrant industry, this episode is a treasure trove of inspiration and insights. Don't miss this engaging episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast. Remember to hit the SUBSCRIBE button for more thought-provoking conversations with industry pioneers. 🌟_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Heidi Lofthus, Project Director at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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🎙 Podcast #141 with Pierre Lindh and Ewout Wierda, General Counsel at VideoSlots for an in-depth look at the Videoslots fine imposed by the KSA & the European regulatory market. ⏲️ Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:25 - Videoslots fined in the Netherlands: What happened07:50 - Current status of the case13:41 - How KSA determined the fine amount17:15 - Videoslots' perspective on the Netherlands' regulations21:10 - Chances of Videoslots winning the case26:52 - European regulatory market today36:45 - Why European operators aren't united against regulations44:46 - What's next for the European regulatory landscape💡 Discover unique insights into Videoslots' case, criteria used by KSA to determine the fine, and the implications for the European regulatory landscape. 🌍🎧 Don't miss this valuable episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast. Subscribe for more insightful conversations with industry leaders. 🌟_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology

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🎙 Podcast #140 with Pierre Lindh and Tsachi Maimon, President at Neogames🚨 An emergency episode of iGaming NEXT podcast has just dropped! Join our host Pierre as he sits down with Tsachi Maimon, President of NeoGames, to discuss the recent acquisition of NeoGames by Aristocrat for a staggering $1.2 billion. 🎧In this must-listen episode, Tsachi shares exclusive insights into the deal and what led to this momentous event in the iGaming industry. 🔥⏰Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:25 - Tsachi discusses the deal02:00 - Tsachi's secret to success04:16 - The Aristocrat's objectives10:45 - Acquisition specifics13:20 - The future of NeoGames18:54 - A duopoly in the industry's future?21:18 - Aristocrat's current focusDon't miss out on this rare opportunity to hear firsthand from Tsachi Maimon and learn about the future of NeoGames and the iGaming industry. Pierre and Tsachi dive deep into the topics, providing valuable insights and perspectives on the deal and its implications. 💼ABOUT Tsachi Maimon:Tsachi Maimon currently holds the President role within NeoGames. Tsachi has been prevalent in the iGaming industry since 2008, having previously worked at Playtech before joining Aspire Global as a board member and CEO in 2013. He overlooked notable events as CEO of Aspire Global: acquisition of game aggregator Pariplay, sportsbook supplier BtoBet, as well as part of bingo supplier END2END; the Nasdaq listing of Aspire Global, but also the process of NeoGames acquiring Aspire Global and its daughter companies. After the chain of acquisitions, Tsachi now leads the entire iGaming branch of the business, while also assisting NeoGames in its growth journey across the world. 🔔 Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to the iGaming NEXT channel for more exciting content and interviews with industry leaders!_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology

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🎙 Podcast #139 with Pierre Lindh and Phil Pearson, CEO of White Label Casinos.⚡In this insightful episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast, Lindh sits down with Phil Pearson, a prominent figure in the iGaming industry, to discuss the current state of the market, major acquisitions, and trends shaping the future of iGaming. Don't miss this in-depth conversation packed with unique insights and valuable information!⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:24 - Pierre's Surprise and Phil's Introduction04:00 - Phil's Analysis of the iGaming Market16:45 - Is There a Competitor to Evolution and Why20:41 - Skill-Based Games in the iGaming Industry24:09 - LeoVegas Acquiring Push Gaming27:23 - Netherlands and VideoSlots Case34:30 - The Two Trends in the Industry42:26 - Finland and Its Legislation Issues45:15 - UK White Paper53:45 - Europe Compared to the US01:08:05 - Conference Landscape and Its Sustainability01:17:34 - Phil's Charity Work01:26:40 - What's Next for Phil💡Join Pierre and Phil as they delve deep into the world of iGaming, covering everything from the competitive landscape to the legislative challenges shaping the industry's future. Their unique insights and expertise offer a fascinating perspective on the current state of iGaming and what lies ahead. Subscribe now to the iGaming NEXT Podcast for more exceptional content on the iGaming industry! 💼ABOUT Phil Pearson:Phil Pearson is the CEO of White Label Casinos, a company that does what it says on the tin. WLC offers a fully managed casino solution for MGA & curacao-based operations. With a cutting-edge back office, in-house gamification tools, over 7,000 games, and fully managed CS and payment solutions, White Label Casinos has already established itself as one to watch in a competitive market. Not one to shy away from controversy, Phil is outspoken on LinkedIn and other platforms, pushing for a fairer and more transparent iGaming community. Outside of work, Phil enjoys NFL, visiting as many random and remote holiday destinations as possible, and has 34 rubber ducks displayed on shelves, where they belong._____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology

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• SGA told to reconsider turnover-based fine formula in “remarkable” ruling

• Bet365 ordered to pay €631k to Christian Eriksen and co for unauthorised photo use

• Gammix contests Finnish police allegations of illegal ads aimed at minors

• DraftKings boosts full-year guidance as Q1 revenue skyrockets 84%- Bally’s US online business “outperforms” in Q1 as cost-cutting takes effect

Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

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🎙 Podcast #138 with Pierre Lindh and Vladimir Malakchi, CCO at EvoplayIn this powerful episode of iGaming NEXT, Pierre welcomes Vladimir Malakchi, Chief Commercial Officer at Evoplay. Together, they dive deep into the world of game development, exploring the secrets behind Evoplay's impressive growth, and discussing the role of leadership in a challenging environment. 🎮🚀📌 Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:24 - Vladimir's Story03:04 - Navigating a Crowded Market08:40 - Innovation in the ARG Space and Trends17:26 - Upcoming Markets and Reasons Behind Them21:06 - How Evoplay Increased Its Revenue by 800%26:13 - Qualities of a Great Leader31:40 - Vladimir's End Goal36:40 - Challenges of Working as a Leader47:15 - Managing Emotions and Self-control51:23 - Impact of the War in Ukraine on Evoplay54:42 - Cyprus as a New Hub for the iGaming Industry58:24 - Advice for New EntrepreneursDon't miss this insightful conversation as Pierre and Vladimir dissect the keys to success in the competitive iGaming industry. From the importance of innovation and leadership to navigating challenging environments, this episode is packed with valuable lessons for game developers, industry professionals, and entrepreneurs alike. Subscribe to iGaming NEXT for more inspiring conversations with the leaders shaping the future of gaming! 🌟🎧_____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology

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• Flutter brands steal UK market share as Q1 revenue jumps 46%

• Industry giants react to UK government’s gambling white paper

-- The three musketeers are getting back together once again- prepare to welcome Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen to the stream

• Caesars CEO predicts $5bn EBITDA by 2025 as digital losses are cut to $4m in Q1

• MGM confirms Push Gaming acquisition as Q1 revenue hits $3.9bn

Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

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🎙 Podcast #137 with Pierre Lindh and Jesse Learmonth, the founder of The Betting Startups Podcast🎧In this exciting episode of our iGaming podcast, Pierre Lindh is joined by the insightful Jesse Learmonth, an industry expert who has spent years speaking with iGaming start-up founders. Get ready to dive into the world of iGaming startups and learn about the lessons they teach, the secrets to podcast success, and the future of the iGaming landscape.⏰ Timestamps: 🚀 00:00 - Intro 🤝 00:25 - Introducing Jesse 📚 10:00 - Lessons that Startups Teach You 🎤 14:22 - How to Start a Podcast from Scratch 🔑 20:28 - Tips and Secrets for Improving Your Podcast 🌐 28:35 - The Current State of the Startup Landscape in iGaming 🔍 33:54 - The Most Intriguing Startups at the Moment 🇺🇸 43:20 - The Duopoly in the US Market 💡 48:08 - The Common Thread for Startups🔋 55:40 - How to Effectively Channel Your Energy 🔮 01:03:54 - Where Do You Envision Yourself in 5 Years? Don't miss this jam-packed episode filled with unique insights and valuable knowledge from two industry veterans. Hit the subscribe button and stay updated with the latest iGaming trends, tips, and interviews! 💥ABOUT Jesse Learmonth: Jesse Learmonth has worked at the top levels of the global betting industry since 2010 as founder, supplier, and operator. Currently he hosts The Betting Startups Podcast, operates the industry's largest job board, and advises several promising industry startups. Prior to this, he spent six years with Pinnacle.com as Director of Product Management and member of the executive leadership team. He also co-founded Bet Smart Media, which he led for five years as CEO until it was acquired by Pinnacle in 2015._____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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🎙 Podcast #135 with Pierre Lindh and Joey Levy, CEO & Founder of Betr🎙️ Welcome to another exciting episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast, hosted by Pierre Lindh! In this exclusive deep dive, we sit down with Joey Levy, the CEO & Founder of Betr, a groundbreaking betting platform that's quickly making waves in the industry. As a Thiel Fellowship recipient and a true underdog, Joey's incredible journey provides valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and industry enthusiasts alike.Timestamps⏰:00:25 - 🌟 The inspiring inception of the Thiel Fellowship12:10 - 🏆 Joey's path to building success with Betr17:45 - 🚀 Crafting a powerful launch strategy27:35 - 🤝 Ambassadors and talent recruitment secrets35:19 - 📺 Will media overshadow the betting aspect of the business?37:01 - 💡 Innovative marketing and expansion strategies39:20 - 💪 What drives Joey to take on the industry giants?41:00 - 🎯 Betr's ambitious three-year goal🎯 Don't miss out on the unique insights provided by Pierre and Joey in this episode, as they dive into the challenges of building a successful company as an underdog and discuss the strategies that have propelled Betr into the spotlight. From navigating the competitive landscape to finding the right talent and scaling up, this conversation is packed with valuable advice and intriguing perspectives.👉 Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful episodes from the iGaming NEXT Podcast, where we bring you the most relevant and exciting content from the world of iGaming!ABOUT Joey Levy:

Joey Levy is the Founder & CEO of Betr, the first direct-to-consumer microbetting focused sports betting company. Betr has also launched a new media venture for the next generation of sports fans. Levy was previously the Founder of Simplebet, the B2B product technology company pioneering microbetting on U.S. sports that licenses technology to market leaders like DraftKings, Caesars, bet365, among others._____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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• Consultations required for key changes as UK gambling review reveals few surprises

• Kindred Group board to explore sale of company to drive shareholder value

• Sequential drop in slots blots Evolution’s 32% Q1 revenue rise

• CEECA revenue growth of 75% drives Betsson’s most profitable quarter

Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

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🎙 Podcast #135 with Pierre Lindh and Erin Lydon, president at PokerPower

In this captivating episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast, host Pierre Lindh sits down with poker pro and personal development advocate Erin Lydon. They dive deep into the world of poker and discuss how the game can shape one's personal growth journey. Erin also shares her insights on women's challenges in the poker industry, and how she's helping empower more women to embrace the game.

🎙️ [00:00] Introduction

🔥 [00:25] The Objective of PokerPower

🚺 [03:52] Why Only a Few Women Play Poker

💪 [09:38] Personal Development Through Poker

🎲 [15:05] Is Taking Risks a Negative Approach?

🌟 [19:57] Erin's Journey as a Poker Player

🔍 [23:46] Recent Controversies in the Poker World

🏆 [29:02] Key Attributes for Success in Poker

🔝 [32:33] The Ultimate Goal of PokerPower

Don't miss this enlightening conversation between Pierre Lindh and Erin Lydon, offering unique insights into the world of poker and personal growth. Subscribe to iGaming NEXT Podcast for more thought-provoking episodes and industry insights!

ABOUT Erin Lydon:

Erin is a thought leader and frequent speaker on gender equity where she inspires audiences to take action and create change in their communities and organizations. Erin is the President of Poker Power, an ed-tech company with a mission to teach one million women how to play the game...the game of poker and the game of life. Learning how to think, strategize, negotiate and allocate capital, like a winning poker player, translates to leadership skills that help women succeed from the classroom to the board room.

Social handles:

Tik Tok - @JoinPokerPower

Twitter - @JoinPokerPower

Instagram - @JoinPokerPower

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/joinpokerpower/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/join-poker-power/Erin Lydon's Social Handles:

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-lydon-mba/

Instagram - @erin.lydon376

Twitter - @ErinLydon376

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT, and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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• The three musketeer show- welcome Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen!- DraftKings takes handle crown in home state of Massachusetts during first month of betting- BetMGM revenue soars 76% as Entain reports record actives in Q1 2023... and much more!Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

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🎙 Podcast #134 with Pierre Lindh and Levon Nikoghosyan, CEO & Board Member at Affpapa🎧 Join Pierre Lindh in this episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast as he chats with Levon Nikoghosyan, CEO & Board Member of AffPapa. They dive deep into the world of affiliations, discussing the success story of AffPapa, leadership secrets, AI revolution, and the future of SEO. Don't miss their conversation on what it takes to be a successful affiliate. Tune in for valuable insights and get ready for NEXT Valletta 23!⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:36 - Affpapa story03:59 - What is the secret of success for Affpapa09:48 - As a founder, how to delegate without micromanaging15:38 - Is there a silver bullet to be the perfect leader24:10 - AI revolution and Chat GPT adoption40:19 - Is SEO dead because of AI42:50 - What are the trends in affiliations49:47 - What does it take today to be a successful affiliate54:50 - Why Armenia is a good country for iGaming58:09 - What is the plan of Affpapa for NEXT Valletta 23ABOUT Levon Nikoghosyan:With over 10+ years of experience in iGaming industry and specifically in affiliate operations, I'm a 29 years old entrepreneur, acting CEO of AffPapa and investor of small affiliate projects.With a background of building affiliate systems for iGaming industry and profound understanding of gambling affiliate vertical, I've had an honor of moderating and speaking at dozens of events, conferences and panels. I've started my career as affiliate and agent systems team leader in BetConstruct in 2012. In 2015 I've founded PartnerMatrix in Yerevan which is the business unit of affiliate and agent systems under EveryMatrix umbrella. In December of 2022 I've left EveryMatrix and took over the CEO position of AffPapa - a company that I was involved and have invested in since its early days._____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider.

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• Breaking news: Premier League Clubs agree to withdraw gambling sponsorships on front of shirts

• Online Gambling Quarterly: DraftKings best performing gambling stock in Q1 (DraftKings, Catena, Evo, BetMakers, PointsBet and more)

• Norway likely to introduce DNS website blocking for unlicensed operators from 2024

• Start-up funding: Prophet Exchange and BeyondPlay

Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an occasional expert guest on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the iGaming NEXT Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

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• The three musketeer special: Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Conor Mulheir are joining this week

-Joined by a very soecal guest- Karolina Pelc, CEO & Founder of BeyondPlay

• Evolution shareholders agree €80m Big Time Gaming earnout at AGM as board is re-elected

• UK politician caught offering to leak the upcoming white paper on gambling reforms

• Text-to-Bet.... The sportsbetting disruption that will take place due to the advancements in AI

• Ontario 1 year celebrations How is the state performing against other US states?The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news

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🎙 Podcast with Michael Pedersen and Ulrich Gilot, Head of Media at BetssonThe media landscape is constantly evolving. What are the opportunities for 2023 and how do you take advantage of them? As we are soon to enter a world without 3rd party cookies, what is the current state of the industry and what is the next best alternative? Lastly, we touch on ChatGPT and how this will affect the marketing discipline within iGamingTimestamps:00:00 - Sponsorship segment00:24 - Introduction01:00 - Ulrich Gilot's background and history13:50 - Definition of marketing and use of the 4 Ps19:40 - Definition of media and its use cases in iGaming26:00 - Can SMO and marketing professionals be as productive as they were two years ago?37:20 - The impact of the loss of third-party cookies55:10 - Rich media and how to effectively utilize it01:07:30 - Do iGaming companies utilize Chat GPT and other AI tools?ABOUT ULRICH GILOT:Ulrich Gilot joined Betsson Group as Head of Media in 2020 with the goal to fulfil the group’s ambition to drive media performance across key markets. His debut on the media agency and creative agency side in New York forged his interest in user experience. Ever since, he has worked across multiple markets leading media strategies in various industries for brands such as Nestle, Disney, CapitalOne, IBM, Pfizer and the Belgian National Lottery. Ulrich’s knack is to build tailor-made media solutions that respond to both single markets and global business ambitions in close partnerships with media agencies while focusing on data and marketing technology._____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Michael Pedersen, CCO at Livespins and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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• William Hill escapes UK licence suspension with record £19.2m settlement- Super Bowl tickets and private jets: Pay package for DraftKings CEO soars 238% to $48m- Can AI be trusted? Tech leaders call for a halt to “out-of-control” development race as fears rise- Sportradar and Snapchat join forces to target sports bettors on behalf of operatorsThe iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news

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• Gambling Commission slaps Kindred Group with £7m fine

• Evolution fined as Pennsylvania regulator clamps down on iGaming

• Betr deviates from microbetting strategy with core markets launch in time for March Madness

-Betr’s Joey Levy on first state launch and future plans for the platform

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🎙 Podcast with Michael Pedersen and Katie Shaw, Global Head of Brand Engagement at Entourage Sport & EntertainmentSponsorships can be a great way of activating your brand, but is it the right approach for all brands? What are the pitfalls to watch out for? What budgets are required and what are the best practices? Katie Shaw has more than 14 year’s experience working with partnerships and brands such as PepsiCo, Ford, Vodafone or gaming brands such as Pokerstars, Sky Betting & Gaming and Parimatch. Tune in to this masterclass in effective sponsorships.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction00:03:10 - Who is Katie Shaw and what she does00:04:36 - The description of sponsorship from Katie’s perspective00:10:21 - Influencers and how they help the business00:14:52 - Why B2C operators have to engage in sponsorships00:18:21 - Different types of sponsorships and strategies00:31:35 - Definition of activation of a brand and having clear objectives00:35:20 - Measurement piece and how to do it00:40:58 - How Entourage can help their clients00:48:55 - How to maximize investmentsABOUT KATIE SHAW:Currently heading up Entourage S&E’s recently launched Partnership Management division, Katie Shaw brings with her 14 years’ experience in partnership marketing and sponsorship management, working with a number of global brands to maximise their sponsorships, such as PepsiCo + UEFA Champions League, SKODA + Cycling, Parimatch + Juventus and Olympic Entertainment Group + Luka Modric._____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Michael Pedersen, CCO at Livespins and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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🎙 Podcast #1 with Bill Pascrell III and Joseph P. Addabbo Jr, New York SenatorInaugural Podcast with NY State Senator Joe Addabbo. Discussing the latest gaming developments in the Empire State. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:24 - Introduction to the Senator02:00 - iGaming, fixed horse racing, tax issues05:40 - How long is it going to take to open NYC to iGaming?09:23 - Why and how does legislation work for iGaming in the US?12:36 - Pros & cons of legalizing iGaming in NYC15:25 - The Downstate 3 casino license process21:20 - Why & how the Senator got involved in iGaming24:20 - What the iGaming industry needs to do better to speed up legalization in NYCABOUT Joseph P. Addabbo Jr:Elected to the New York State Senate in 2008 after serving seven years in the New York City Council, State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. continues to proudly carry on the public service tradition of his father, Congressman Joseph P. Addabbo, Sr., who served 13 terms in the United States House of Representatives from 1960 to 1986. A lifelong resident of Queens, Senator Joe Addabbo represents the 15th Senatorial District encompassing the communities – in whole or in part – of Forest Hills, Glendale, Howard Beach, Kew Gardens, Maspeth, Middle Village, Ozone Park, Rego Park, Richmond Hill, South Ozone Park, Woodhaven, and Woodside.In the State Senate, Joe has continued to make constituent service a priority, just as he did as a representative of the 32nd New York City Council District, where he secured millions of dollars for infrastructure improvements, school technology, and senior and youth services. Through his Senate offices, Joe and his staff have assisted thousands of constituents with problems involving housing, health, transportation, taxes, public safety and many other issues, including efforts to aid local residents whose lives were so deeply affected by Hurricane Sandy in late October of 2012 and the Covid-19 pandemic. As a member of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force on Hurricane Sandy, Joe worked to help his community recover and rebuild from the devastating storm. As a member of the Senate, Joe is deeply concerned with the welfare of New Yorkers in all stages and walks of life. His legislative record, which includes bills he has introduced and supported, reflects Joe’s commitment to fighting on behalf of children, the elderly, families, working people, consumers and veterans. He has also devoted himself to efforts to protect the environment, create new jobs and economic opportunities for small businesses, provide tax relief for state residents, and improve transparency and accountability in New York’s government._____This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Bill Pascrell III, Princeton Public Affairs Group Inc, and is brought to you by:Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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• The trio is back- welcome Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen! 

• Why was “domestic darling” Parimatch shut down by Ukraine’s gambling sanctions?

• OpenAI’s ChatGPT 4 is here and it’s ready to cook up a storm (literally)

• German gambling regulator issues first ever fine to licensed operator for advertising breaches

• US banking sector in turmoil as three banks close in one week

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🎙 Podcast #133 with Pierre Lindh and Martin Collins, Director of Sales & Business Development at GIG

In this episode of iGaming Next podcast Pierre and Martin Collins have a deep dive into GIG. Martin discusses the impressive growth of GIG, with a 10x market cap increase in just three years. The conversation also covers the future splitting of GIG into two separate companies, as well as the acquisition of Sportnco. Martin also delves into the opportunities available for GIG in North America and how to approach Tier-1 operators. The episode concludes with a discussion on the macroeconomic view and what the return of Robin means for GIG, followed by speculation on what's next for the company.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:24 - 10x market cap for GIG in 3 years

10:00 - GIG splitting into two different companies and why

21:25 - The acquisition of Sportnco

24:54 - Opportunity in North America for GIG

33:38 - Tier 1 operators and how to approach them

37:15 - Macroeconomic view, soft landing or recession

40:55 - Robin is back, what it means

44:46 - What comes next for GIG

ABOUT MARTIN COLLINS:

With two decades of experience delivering and executing commercial strategies within digital markets, Martin can help drive positive performance across an organization, as well as identify new business opportunities. Data-driven at heart, martin truly empowers organization to perform, consistently driving revenue and growth.

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🎙 Podcast #132 Pierre Lindh and Dylan Slaney, Executive Vice President & CEO at Light & Wonder

Pierre and Dylan delve into the Q1 report on iGaming from the perspective of industry experts. The discussion then turns toward the expectations of Authentic Gaming in North America and Light & Wonder's key markets. Dylan discusses the GGR and how it looks outside of the US and predicts what the US market will look like in the next 5 years. They also debate the differences between land-based and online gambling. The conversation then shifts to Light & Wonder's targets of growth. The video concludes with predictions for the future of the industry.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:23 - Q1 report from the iGaming perspective

04:32 - Expectations of Authentic Gaming in North America

09:14 - Light & Wonder's key markets

15:00 - GGR and how it looks outside of the US

20:48 - Predictions for the US market in 5 years

24:03 - Land-based vs. online gambling

27:43 - Is the North American market facing the same challenges as Europe?

33:04 - Light & Wonder's targets for growth

40:11 - The competitive element in Light & Wonder and some predictions.

ABOUT DYLAN SLANEY:

As CEO of iGaming Dylan leads strategic growth plans for the iGaming business across our global digital markets, overseeing product and game development, operations and sales of the iGaming ecosystem and games. Dylan joined in Oct 2017 and under his leadership our iGaming business has seen year-on-year record growth, and a series of successful and highly strategic studio acquisitions, including the launch into live casino. Dylan joined Light & Wonder from dunnhumby, a world-leading data science business where he held a variety of senior commercial and product roles. With more than 15+ years of experience spanning media, data and analytics, product & consulting, gained from outside the Gaming industry, Dylan continues to drive the agenda on enriching customer and player experiences through data-driven insight.

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• KSA fine reaction
• NEXT NYC'23 Day 1 recap

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• Flutter results reaction
• Australian market analysis

…and much more!

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• Kambi product passes World Cup “stress-test” as Penn termination fee boosts Q4 financials- World Cup helps Better Collective deliver record number of NDCs in Q4 2022- Catena Media revenue grows 15% in Q4 as AskGamblers sale frees up funds for M&A- Raketech reports all-time high revenue in Q4 2022 amid triple-digit growth from US

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🎙 Podcast #131 Pierre Lindh and Magnus Andersson

In this video, Pierre sits down with Magnus Andersson and covers a range of topics related to the gaming industry. They begin by sharing their experiences at ICE London 2023. They also discuss Pragmatic Play and their recent statement at ICE, followed by a comparison of Evolution and its competitors. Pierre and Magnus then highlight some of Evolution's new games, including Funky Time, and provides an overview of Evolution’s annual report and their position in North America. They also touch on topics such as RNG, targets, and expansion plans, before concluding with some macro-economic speculations for 2023.

Timestamps: 00:00 - Sponsors

00:35 - Experience at ICE London 2023

06:06 - Pragmatic Play and their statement to the industry

09:29 - Evolution and competitors

16:00 - Funky time and other games from Evolution

20:30 - Annual report of Evolution and North America

27:06 - RNG, targets and expansion

41:47 - Macro-economic speculations of 2023

ABOUT MAGNUS ANDERSSON:

Magnus is a life-long private investor who was one of the first Swedish investment bloggers. He contributes regularly in several Swedish publications and his book about focused investment strategy (in Swedish), published in late 2021, is Sweden’s bestselling book on the stock market since.

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• FanDuel and DraftKings approach OSB duopoly with 74% combined market share

• World Cup marketing investment pays off for Betsson as Q4 2022 caps record year

• Kindred Group sets aside £7m for UK fine as disappointing Q4 leads to cost cutting

• GiG hails record Q4 as CEO unveils ambitions for acquired AskGamblers brand

-GiG set to separate media division from platform business to drive shareholder value

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🎙 Podcast with Ryan Bulter and Zach Doctor, Co-founder & CEO of WagerWire

Join them for an in-depth look at WagerWire, a leading online sports betting platform. In this video, we'll explore WagerWire's partnerships and social media strategy, as well as its focus on educating new players. We'll also discuss the future of sports betting in North America and what we can expect in the next five years. Don't miss out on this informative and exciting video!

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:35 - WagerWire and why they are different

07:03 - WagerWire partnerships10:05 - Social media aspect

13:02 - Education focus for new players

16:28 - Sports betting in North America in 5 years

ABOUT ZACH DOCTOR:

Zach Doctor is the CEO and co-founder of WagerWire, a new innovative marketplace for open sports bets. Prior to WagerWire Doctor founded another successful startup, Velotech, an e-commerce business for bicycle products, tires and accessories. He also spent 6 years as vice president and business development officer at PNC Bank, responsible for originating financings for private equity-backed M&A transactions.

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🎙 Podcast: Michael Pedersen and Jamie Shea, CMO at Strive Gaming

Jamie has been in gaming since 1994 working for the Venetian, Hard Rock and Caeasars to name a few, then IGT, Draftkings for four years and now CMO for Strive Gaming. We speak about the current state of the US market from a marketing perspective and deep dive into the two sides of player eduction in the US: Learning how to bet and how we ensure players keeps it fun and responsible.  

Timestamps:  00:00 - Sponsors

00:36 - Introduction 

06:00 - Jamie's Background in Gambling 

09:57 - Retail vs. Online Gambling 

17:45 - Women in the Gambling Industry 

29:01 - Marketing in the iGaming Industry in 2023 

46:03 - Player Education and its Importance 

52:38 - U.S. Operators and Responsible Gaming 

55:55 - Using Education as a Marketing Opportunity  

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• US Special with iGaming NEXT Editor Ryan Butler 

• iGaming bills in New York an Illinois

• Latest sports betting developments in Texas (and other states)

• Recap of recent earnings

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🎙 Podcast with our host Heidi Lofthus and Mark Grech, People and Organisation Consulting at PwC Malta:

Mark is HR consultant from PwC Malta and presents findings from the 2022 HR Pulse Survey. This survey looked into identifying the key HR challenges being faced by local organisations and to gain insight on the priorities for people management going forward. We cover an in-depth view on the results of iGaming respondents with a focus on Employer Branding and innovative HR practices, as well as the key priorities and challenges of the HR function

ABOUT MARK GRECH:

Mark is responsible for HR Consulting services at PwC Malta. He is an HR subject matter expert, an experienced trainer and a certified executive coach. Prior to joining PwC, he worked as a Talent Development specialist within the iGaming industry. He has experience working with a number of organisations in devising and implementing talent management, workforce and change management strategies. Mark is passionate about people development and has a keen interest in how jobs and skill requirements are being impacted by digital transformation. 

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🎙 Podcast #130 Pierre Lindh and Simon Lidzen, Co-Founder and CEO of Fast Track

Pierre Lindh and Simon Lidzen delve into the world of AI technology and its impact on various industries and professions. Discover the staying power of ChatGPT and AI tools, explore emerging AI-based careers, and learn how AI can empower individuals. Get valuable insights into the future of AI and the opportunities and challenges it presents in this informative video and much more.    

ABOUT SIMON LIDZEN: Simon is a specialist in technology, product development, innovation and organisational scalability, with over 15 years of experience in iGaming. Having held senior positions at Betfair and within the Betsson Group, he co-founded Fast Track in 2016 as a direct response to the challenges that operators face in running an efficient, scalable business. He is now on a mission to digitalise the iGaming industry. 

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• CEO Itai Pazner to leave 888 with immediate effect amid Middle East compliance failures

• Evolution reports full-year EBITDA of €1bn

• ICE 2023 preview and destination

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🎙 Podcast # 129 Pierre Lindh and Max Trafimovich, CCO, SOFTSWISS

In this video, Pierre and Max Trafimovich discuss the most crucial criteria influencing operator projects' Retention and LTV. Speakers also take a closer look at the products, tools, and strategic approaches that will help casinos and sportsbooks increase their key KPIs in 2023.

ABOUT MAX TRAFIMOVICH:

Max Trafimovich has been actively participating in the extraordinary growth of SOFTSWISS from a rising tech star to an acclaimed industry leader. He joined SOFTSWISS as a Business Development Manager in 2013. At that time the company counted 40 employees, quite far from the 1,400-people-strong operation with global presence it is now. All in all, Max directly influenced the remarkable transformation of SOFTSWISS’s business over all these years. Right now he assumes a position of Chief Commercial Officer. 

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🎙 Podcast #128 With Pierre Lindh and Tomash Devenishek, CEO & Founder of Kero Sports

In this podcast, Pierre Lindh sits down to speak with Tomash Devenishek CEO&Founder of Kero Sports to dive into the world of micro-betting. They explore the potential of micro-betting as a product, Kero Sports' plans for global expansion, and the role of social interaction in the industry. Learn about effective start-up strategies, the importance of a strong pitch deck, and the challenges and considerations to keep in mind when starting a new business in the micro-betting field.

ABOUT: TOMASH DEVENISHEK

Tomash is a technology industry veteran focused on algorithmically curated in-game micro-betting. As a CEO & Founder of Kero Sports he works with the largest names in pro sports and gaming to deliver sports betting experiences that match the entertainment value of mainstream apps like TikTok and Instagram.

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• The three musketeers are back: Introducing Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen - Gambling Commission clamps down on “repeat failures” at Intouch Games with £6m penalty- Conor’s Corner: Regulatory fines can no longer be seen as simply the ‘cost of doing business’- Las Vegas Sands pledges $5bn towards “transformational” New York casino if bid proves successful- Tipsters forecast disappointing Q4 for UK operators amid poor World Cup results

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🎙 Podcast # 127 With Pierre Lindh and Hugh Casey, CPO of Bad Hombre Gaming

In this video Pierre and Hugh Casey offer a comprehensive overview of the crypto casino industry, starting with an introduction to the topic and an overview of Hug and Bad Hombre Gaming. It delves into the comparison of traditional fiat gambling and the unique features of crypto gambling, as well as an analysis of the reputation of the industry. The video also covers current trends and strategies for success in the crypto casino industry during a bear market and examines the potential future applications and risks of web3 gambling and crypto casinos.  

ABOUT:

Hugh Casey:   Hugh is the CPO at Bad Hombre Gaming, a new crypto-first casino platform built from the ground up. He has a wealth of experience in product and operations across both regulated and .com markets and is working on interesting products to help aspirational crypto casino entrepreneurs realise their goals.

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Spotlight session with Yolo Investments' Tim Heath, Julian Buhagiar, and Steve Tsao  

In the debut episode of "Yolo Uncovered," Pierre Lindh sits down with Tim Heath, Julian Buhagiar, and Steve Tsao of the Yolo Investments to discuss their expectations and opportunities for 2023, as well as reflect on the challenges and lessons learned from the previous year. Tune in to learn about Yolo's investment strategy, including their predictions for the upcoming year and the impact of the current macroeconomic environment on their investment decisions. Additionally, gain insight into the potential of the gambling industry in 2023 and beyond.

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🎙 Podcast #126 with Pierre Lindh and  Kim Hultman Co-founder of CasinoGrounds.com

Pierre and Kim Join take a depth look at the world of gambling and streaming, a well-known figure in the industry. From the introduction to Pachinko in Japan to building a community on Twitch from scratch, this video covers it all. Listen to the night of poker legends and what makes a good slot game, as well as the memorable moments in Kim's career. We also dive into Twitch's ban policy for gambling and the current state of the slot streaming meta. With a glimpse into what's to come in 2023 for CasinoGrounds, this video is a must-watch for any gambling enthusiast.

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I'm Kim Hultman aka. LetsGiveItASpin, one of the original casino streamers going all the way back to 2015. He is also one of the Co-Founders of the real money casino streaming community CasinoGrounds.com. Today he streams on Twitch and YouTube together with his co-host Hampus Grave. He also work with CasinoGrounds focusing on business development and other projects like slot machine collaborations.

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• Special Guest Phil Pearson, CEO at WhiteLabelCasinos.com  

• With Jake Evans and Ryan Butler  

• DraftKings shuts DFS offering in Europe all of a sudden  

• Financial struggles lead to redundancies at exchange Operator Smarkets  

• Bally’s to cut 15% of US online workforce after over hiring in pandemic boom  

• Caesars Sportsbook fined $150k as regulators continue crackdown on marketing content  

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🎙 Podcast with Ryan Butler and John Pappas, SVP of GeoComply  

In his first podcast episode, Ryan Butler has over the SVP of GeoComply John Pappas and they take a closer look at GeoComply and its role in the sports betting industry. They start off by explaining what GeoComply is and what they do, then move on to discuss the geolocation transaction report and what it revealed. They also delve into the technical aspect of geolocation and how it works. Finally, Ryan and John discuss states that are considering sports betting legislation in 2023 and some of the challenges they face.  

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John Pappas is a recognized leader in the internet gaming industry. Over the past 15 years, he has played a central role in the advocacy efforts to expand legal digital gaming in the United States. During this time, Pappas has developed and executed lobbying, public relations, and grassroots campaigns on the state and federal levels. Today, he serves as SVP of Government and Public Affairs for GeoComply, the leading provider of geolocation compliance, age and identity, and anti-fraud solutions to online gaming companies.

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🎙 Podcast #125 with Pierre Lindh and  Dan Hannigan-Daley CEO of Sports Info Solutions   

Pierre sits down with Dan Hannigan-Daley CEO of Sports Info Solutions, where they will explore Sports Info Solutions. They also examine DraftKings' pivot from DFS to online Sportsbetting/Online gambling after PASPA was repealed, and the importance of vertical integration. Pierre and Dan make predictions for 2023 in the industry, focusing on Bet365 and Fanatics. They delve into the evolution of investors' views on the sports betting industry and Dan's previous investments and experience with web 3 and crypto gambling. Lastly, we highlight key trends to watch in the US sports betting industry in 2023.  

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-US special with Ryan Butler!  

-New York 2023 numbers  

• Big year for bet365  

• Betr's plans for Massachusetts and elsewhere  

....and much more!  

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🎙 Podcast #124 with Pierre Lindh and Angelo Dalli CEO & Founder of Umnai.  

In this podcast episode Pierre and Angelo speak about ChatGPT, its use cases today, and whether it could be a threat to Google in the future.  They also speculate about the matrix theory, the evolution of AI, metaverse, and what we can already create with it. What changes can AI technology bring to our lives and workspace? What different AI tools can we use today? Find out in this episode! 

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• Recap of the Holiday Season  

• 2023 Predictions  

...and much more!  

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🎙 Podcast with Heidi Lofthus and Alasdair Lane, Client Partner & Mikolaj Jucewicz Kuzajak, Head of Leadership Development and Talent Programs

Heidi Lofthus sits down with Alasdair Lane and Mikolaj Jucewicz Kuzajak to speak about how to build up and work with the leadership program at William Hill.

The mix of face-to-face learning and on-demand e-learning gives the leaders in the course a variety to pick from when starting to apply their new skills. They also explain that is not only applicable to big companies but also to smaller buyers who don’t just “check a box” when it comes to leadership development and much more.

ABOUT:

Alasdair Lane: An individual with a passion for improving human performance through learning and development, with over 30 years of experience in a multitude of roles. From the British Army to professional football to working as a client partner in a management consultancy.

Mikolaj Jucewicz Kuzajak: In his professional career, Mikoaj is driven by helping others own their growth – in a way that supports their autonomy, accountability and authenticity. Apart from his role as Head of Leadership Development at William Hill, he is a psychologist, therapist and a coach.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Heidi Lofthus, Project Director at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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Michael Pedersen sits down with Mike Cooper from Trinity McQueen to speak about consumer research and customer insights, and why they are important.
The macro-environment of the iGaming industry and how to have the last 2 years impacted it.
The shift from linear TV to the organic content, how to better understand the consumer’s needs and much more.

About Mike Cooper, Head of Betting and Gaming Insight at Trinity McQueen

Mike has worked in consumer insight for almost 20 years, and now heads up Trinity McQueen’s betting and gaming insight division.  Having worked for many of the UK’s largest betting and gaming operators, Mike specialises in brand and CX insight: helping to create brands that customers crave and experiences that meet and exceed expectations

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast is hosted by Michael Pedersen and is brought to you by: 

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. 

Sponsored by:
Pragmatic Play, and Playson

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We were very lucky to get Per Hellberg on the Weekly News today live. Former CEO of Catena Media, now CEO of PlayStar to discuss GiG's acquisition of AskGamblers from Catena Media.

Additionally, Per explained how he managed to close a $15m investment round to his US-facing operator Playstar under extremely tough market conditions.

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a live stream held every Thursday at 3 PM CET across all social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming News.

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🎙 Podcast with Michael Pedersen and Martin Bradley, Director of MTM Sports

Its no secret that our industry as a whole could do a lot better when it comes to market research and customer insights. In this podcast Michael and Martin break down all the usual barriers like costs, lengthy processes and more. And how to take customer insight data and turn that into a narrative. 

ABOUT MARTIN BRADLEY
Martin has researched the iGaming industry for over 10 years. In that time, he has helped iGaming clients across the world, from the biggest to the smallest, develop products, services and marketing material that have shaped the industry over the last decade by bringing the player’s voice to the fore.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Michael Pedersen, CCO at Livespins and is brought to you by:
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🎙 Podcast #123 with Pierre Lindh and Russell Mifsud, Director & Gaming Lead of KPMG

Pierre sits down with Russell to talk about iGaming trends in Europe, how the industry is holding up after the recent market crash and expectations for 2023/2024, how various companies deal with regulations, will Malta remain the capital of iGaming in the future and much more.
One of the biggest questions talked about right now: What will the impact be of Bob Iger returning to Disney and what does in it mean for ESPN and the sports betting industry?

ABOUT RUSSELL MIFSUD:
Russell Mifsud is KPMG Malta’s Gaming Director. Russell has been involved with gaming and leisure businesses in advisory for his entire professional career and is a subject matter professional across the KPMG International network. Russell provides insight on industry externalities and commercial strategy for KPMG and their Gaming clientele across borders. Regulation, Growth Strategies, Responsible Gaming, Jurisdictional Assessments, Risk Consulting, ESG strategy and M&A are some of the key themes that he services operators, suppliers, affiliates and regulators within.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:
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• With Special Guest Frank Op de Woerd, Editor in Chief at CasinoNieuws.nl  

• A Deep Dive into Netherlands One Year Post-Regulation  

• Channelisation in Germany  

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🎙 Podcast #122 with Pierre Lindh and Endre Nesset, President of Coolbet

Pierre sits down with Endre to talk about his professional upbringing before joining Coolbet and all things professional sports betting. The two friends shared stories about their own crazy betting stories and playing poker.   They also speak about Coolbet’s current situation, evaluate the economic situation, and much more.

ABOUT ENDRE NESSET: 

Endre has been in gaming since 2012, and has a unique experience from both sides of the table as a professional bettor, supplier and operator. He has been a fundamental part of building organisations and launching products in multiple regulated jurisdictions. He joined Coolbet in August 2020 as Director of Sports and just 2 years later was named President.  

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: 

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🎙 Podcast #121 with Pierre Lindh and Robbi Jade Lew, Professional Poker Player  

Pierre invited Robbi to the studio to talk about her life as a professional poker player: the poker world, how she got started, the hand that changed her life and what happened afterwards, misogyny and what's next.  

ABOUT ROBBI JADE LEW: 

Robbi Jade Lew is an American poker player who became an instant name in the industry when she made a controversial call against Garrett Adelstein on the Hustler Casino Live stream. Robbi Jade Lew, is an overall private woman just trying to enjoy life.  

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: 

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.  

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Pragmatic Play & Playson

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• The demise of the US Online Sportsbetting supplier ecosystem?   

• A special edition with Pierre Lindh & Nico Jansen  

...and much more!       

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🎙 Podcast #120 with Pierre Lindh and Pontus Lindwall, CEO of Betsson AB

After reporting the best quarterly report in Betsson's history, Pierre invited Pontus to talk about performing so well during the current financial turmoil. Lindwall expresses his take on harmful gambling and how Betsson ensures safe gambling.

Pontus Lindwall talks about Betsson's different entrance in the US market and why they didn't jump on the American B2C wagon.

They also discuss the current German market, elections in Sweden, when will Betsson enter the Netherland's market and Pontus gives his recommendations on how to grow your career in Betsson.

ABOUT PONTUS LINDWALL:

Pontus is CEO of Betsson AB - one of the world's leading iGaming companies, listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. It’s nearly impossible to talk about the Swedish iGaming wonder without mentioning Pontus Lindwall. As current CEO and former Chairman of the Board of Betsson AB, as well as founder and former CEO of NetEnt and former CEO of Cherry, Lindwall has helped lay the grounds to the modern Swedish iGaming market and made many of its gaming companies to market leaders in Europe. In addition to being one of the driving forces of the re-regulation of the Swedish gaming market, Lindwall is a passionate cyclist and DJ.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

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Sponsored by: Pragmatic Play & Playson

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🎙 Podcast #119 with Pierre Lindh and Jose Micallef, COO at Bombay Group & Hub88  

Pierre invited Jose to our brand new studio to talk about a particular way of how Yolo Group operates- building their ecosystem. They discuss the overall goals and visions of the many brand company, as well as one of their brands in particular: Bombay Group and their niche position in the live studio market.   

The unfortunate events of 2022 are also a big topic during this episode- the war in Ukraine and how Yolo Group acted with their office in Ukraine. As well as, the crypto crash and the effect it had on our industry.

ABOUT JOSE MICALLEF: 

Jose Micallef has been in the online gambling industry for 13 years  

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:  

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.   

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Pragmatic Play, Bombay Group & Playson

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🎙 Podcast #118 with Pierre Lindh and Steven Myers, Managing Director at Praxis Consulting and Advisory

This episode is all about ESG- environmental, social and governance investing. Pierre sits down with Steve to talk why is ESG important, how the iGaming industry can become ESG compliant and the purpose of our industry in society. Myers explains the prime reason to be ESG friendly and how can it change our industry.

ABOUT STEVEN MYERS:

Steve Myers of Praxis Consulting and Advisory boasts over 20 years in the gambling industry, with 13 years as Managing Director, Development for the Genting EMEA region. He is a Senior Advisor on gambling for DRD Partnership, and Co-founder of Gaming Knowledge Centers, an initiative to bring together industry, regulatory, and academic research on gambling to create Myers Short Bio best practice globally.

Steve works in iGaming and land-based environments for both public and private sector clients. Increasingly, his focus is on ESG and reputation of the industry. Steve is a graduate of the UNR Executive Development Program where he also taught, and has a Masters in Major Programme Management from the University of Oxford along with a Masters in Law.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

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• Gambling industry fights back against New York Times’ coverage of US sports betting sector  

• With special guest Steve Ruddock, iGaming Analyst at Gambling.com and Editor-in-Chief at Gaming Law Review  

...and much more!     

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🎙 Podcast with Michael Pederson and Troy Paul, Co-Founder and CEO of SGG Media  

Michael returns with a very interesting guest to talk about using micro-influencers. What is a micro-influencer? Why use them instead of the macro-influencers like Kim K? A ll of this and much more are discussed during the podcast.  

You'll learn all about this new marketing landscape, how to utilize influencers in the iGaming space, social media as a marketing tool and streamers.

ABOUT TROY PAUL: 

An entrepreneur with a passion for the legal Sports Gaming industry. Paul founded Sports Gambling Guides, an affiliate marketing website, after graduating from NYU. His team is constantly expanding their advertising partnerships and they are open to new opportunities  

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Michael Pedersen, CCO at Livespins and is brought to you by: 

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.  

Sponsored by: 

Pragmatic Play, Bombay Group & Playson

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🎙 Podcast #117 with Pierre Lindh and Valentina Bagniya, Chief Marketing Officer at SOFTSWISS  

In this podcast Pierre Lindh sits down with Valentina Bagniya to discuss Brand Strategy. Listen as they take a deep dive into Brand Strategy, including how to build a strategy from scratch, the differences between the brand strategy in iGaming and other industries, and planning long-term brand strategy while trying to predict future changes

ABOUT VALENTINA BAGNIYA: 

Valentina joined SOFTSWISS as CMO in 2020, having 15+ years of experience in marketing backing her up. In 2 years she has built a full-service B2B marketing department with over 30 employees.  

As Chief Marketing Officer, Valentina develops forward-thinking marketing and business strategies for SOFTSWISS and its products,  supervises strategy execution and controls achievement of the brand’s marketing targets.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:  

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.   

Sponsored by:  Pragmatic Play, Bombay Group & Playson

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• US Sports Betting Market Monitor: BetMGM most likely challenger to FanDuel’s US crown
• New York breaks monthly sports betting revenue record in October
• MaximBet shutters US sportsbook amid “challenging macroeconomic conditions”    

...and much more!

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🎙 Podcast #116 with Pierre Lindh and Igor Samardziski, CEO of TrueLAB Games Studios, Investor & Tech Enthusiast

Pierre sat down for an emergency podcast with Igor Samardziski to talk about the groundbreaking collapse of one of the biggest crypto exchanges in the world FTX. In just a matter of days, the crypto market witnessed a complete crash of one of the most powerful players in the industry.

"They all knew about it" - Samardziski told a very chilling backstory of FTX and explained what really went on during last week's chaos. He explained how the collapse inevitably came to this point- from the very questionable people behind the exchange to the lack of research conducted by its investors.

ABOUT IGOR SAMARDZISKI:

A highly proficient individual, specializing in gaming systems, start-up, operation and efficiency of Online Gaming and E-commerce business models, by expanding product verticals in new and existing businesses. Very entrepreneurial in spirit.

Highly knowledgeable in every area catering to an online gaming operation such as Fraud, AMLO, Bonus Abuse and Advantage Play from both in-depth function perspective as well as management of resource and KPI's with focus on Customer Service & Operations resource management.

Founder of Big Data BI analytic software (and logic models) with key focus on CRM, Churn Management and Customer Reactivation, Macro/Micro Segmentation models and in-depth player management. Executive consultant to development of Social Casino Games on the basis of volatility and hit rate metrics.

Developed BringIt - an Affiliate Program with focus on recruitment and maintenance of key Affiliate partners. The affiliate marketing programs employed by our casino, sports, binary and bingo operations yield an average nROI success rate of 1.7 + per quarter.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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Pragmatic Play, Bombay Group and Playson

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🎙 Podcast #115 with Pierre Lindh and Phil Pearson, COO & Head of Sales at iGaming Group, Head of White Label Casinos

For this episode, Pierre sat down with Phil Pearson to talk all things iGaming. They kicked off with the comparison of two known game provider companies- Pragmatic Play and Evolution. Can the fast-growing provider reach the heights of the leader of many years in the space?

Twitch is another hot topic this episode- why where the terms and conditions changed, what does that mean for the iGaming industry and what's going to happen next.

During the constant conversational drifts in between, the two friends talk about Cuaracao, Finland, California and many other interesting topics.

ABOUT PHIL PEARSON:

Chief Operations Officer for iGaming Group.

Also current Head of White Label Casinos, and Head of Sales & Account Management for fast growing iGaming company based in Malta. Fully responsible for P+L for B2B, B2C, game provider aggregation and all new business operations.

Previously worked as a department manager in sales for a large UK based Utilities company, and with a FTSE100 and DJ traded software giant globally, as Head of Account Managers and Direct Sales for an entire product division.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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Pragmatic Play, Bombay Group & Playson

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• Regulation in Brazil with special guest Bernardo Moreira, Co-Founder & CBO at Odds Scanner  

• California Defeat   

• Flutter/FanDuel Q3 results   

...and much more!  

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Brought to you by:

Playson- a leading game developer which supplies cutting-edge innovative content in over 18 regulated jurisdictions and beyond.

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🎙 Podcast #114 with Pierre Lindh and Matthew Shaddick, Head of Political Markets at Smarkets

Pierre sits down with Matthew Shaddick to talk about the upcoming US Midterm Elections 2022, which are taking place Tuesday, 8 November, 2022. They discuss the possible outcomes and the surprising results of past US elections and raising the question- will this year provide results contrary to the odds?

The Presidential Elections that will be held in 2024 is an important topic carried out through the whole podcast as well. The importance of the Elections in Brazil is explained and, of course, what all of this can mean for the betting industry.

ABOUT MATTHEW SHADDICK:

Formerly Head of Political Betting, Entain (Ladbrokes, Ladbrokes/Coral/GVC). Senior Trader for all Specials markets. Specializing in UK & US Election betting. Managed 2010, 2015, 2017 & 2019 UK General Elections, 2016 EU Referendum, 2008-2020 US Presidential Elections. Created and ran the @ladpolitics twitter account 2008-2020 Available for media commentary, have appeared on BBC, MSNBC, Sky News, BBC Panorama. Gave evidence to 2017 House of Lords enquiry into political polling.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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🎙 Podcast #113 with Pierre Lindh and Magnus Andersson, Private Investor  

Pierre Lindh sits down with Magnus Andersson, a loyal investor of Evolution to take a deep dive into Evolutions Q3 report. The company crushed all expectations, but investors haven't reacted so positively- the two enthusiasts discuss why.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: 

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.  

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Pragmatic Play & Bombay Group

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• With Jake Evans & Ryan Butler 

• A secret special guest

- Q3 Updates  (Kambi, Kindred, Evo & Betsson)

• US state developments 

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news

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🎙 Podcast #112 with Pierre Lindh and Robin Eirik Reed, CEO & Co-Founder of Happyhour.io

Twitch announces their "unsafe" gambling ban outlining their enforcement policy and Pierre Lindh, together with Robin Eirik Reed sit down to discuss the big news. They talk about the decision, what it will result in, what's going to happen next and give out their speculations for the possible future outcomes for the industry.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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Pragmatic Play & Yolo Group

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• With Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir  

• Special guest Brad Allen, Senior Analyst at Eilers and Krejcik

• FuboTV shuts down gambling business and sportsbook to protect long-term profit target  

...and much more!    

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news

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🎙 Podcast #111 with Pierre Lindh and Tom Waterhouse, Founder, CEO & Investor at Waterhouse VC

In this episode, Pierre sits down with Tom Waterhouse, one of Australia's notorious businessmen. Tom talks about his bookmaker legacy, being the fourth generation of the Waterhouse racing dynasty and the grandson of one of the first official bookmakers in Australia.

Personal brand becomes the keyword of this podcast- on which Waterhouse has based his business core. He explains the pros and cons, the risks, being a polarizing figure and such.

Tom and Pierre discuss recipes for success and the nature of an entrepreneur.

ABOUT TOM WATERHOUSE:

Tom Waterhouse has a 20+ year track record of starting, scaling, selling and investing in businesses. He is an experienced Founder, CEO and Investor. Tom comes from a long line of bookmakers dating back four generations. The Waterhouse family has been at the forefront of the wagering industry for over 100 years.

In 2019, Tom launched WaterhouseVC.com, which manages a wholesale fund that specialises in investments in the gaming/wagering industry. Tom is the Chief Investment Officer of the fund, which invests in global wagering and gaming businesses on behalf of long-term investors. In 2018, Tom co-founded Listed Reserve, a wholesale fund specialising in decentralised technologies and related assets.

In 2020, Tom launched the WaterhouseTips.com odds comparison app, which allows punters to have one app to bet with multiple bookies. In 2021, the tipping business and odds comparison app moved to WaterhouseTips.com Tom’s entry to the wagering industry was in 2003, when he received his bookmakers license while completing a Bachelor of Commerce, Liberal Studies (majoring in Finance), at the University of Sydney at the age of 20. He rearranged his university timetable to attend as many race meetings as possible, and by 2008 was Australia’s largest and most profitable on-course bookmaker with turnover exceeding $200m per year. In 2010, Tom launched the online sports betting business TomWaterhouse.com. Within two years this became one of the largest Australian online sports betting companies. TomWaterhouse.com in this time grew from a start up with three people to over 100 and from less than 1,000 clients to approximately 250,000. In August 2013, the business was sold to William Hill, (Tom, continued as Managing Director of TomWaterhouse.com). In July 2014, Tom became CEO of William Hill Australia in charge of the TomWaterhouse.com, Centrebet, Sportingbet and William Hill brands operating from three countries with approx. 500 employees, one million clients and over two billion dollars in turnover.

In 2018 William Hill Australia was acquired by Stars Group and Tom purchased back TomWaterhouse.com. Tom re-launched TomWaterhouse.com as a subscription online tipping business.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

Sponsored by:

Pragmatic Play & Yolo Group

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• MaximBet marks second US entry with Indiana sportsbook  

....And much more!    

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🎙 Podcast #110 with Pierre Lindh and Casey Clark, Senior Vice President at American Gaming Association  

Join Pierre and Casey discussing the global gaming expo G2E Las Vegas. Having to put a stop to real life events since 2019, G2E is finally making a comeback and everyone is excited to discuss the American gaming landscape in real life once again. What and who to expect, what will be different, iGaming in the US and all that are discussed in this exciting episode.

ABOUT CASEY CLARK: 

Casey Clark is senior vice president at the American Gaming Association (AGA). As a member of AGA’s senior leadership team, he drives organizational strategy and operations and oversees communications and research aimed at protecting and enhancing the reputation of the $261 billion U.S. gaming industry. Clark serves as a primary spokesperson on industry and association priorities. A proud University of Dayton alum, he lives in Arlington, Virginia with his wife and three children.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: 

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.  

Sponsored by: 

Pragmatic Play  

Yolo Group

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• Twitch to ban high profile gambling sites from October after string of controversies  

• With special guest Phil Pearson, COO, iGaming Group

....And much more!  

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• NFL season kick off last week

• Kindred targeting £1.6bn revenue and multinational growth by 2025

• Allwyn hits peak performance ahead of SPAC merger

...and much more!

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🎙Podcast with Heidi Lofthus and Mikolaj Jucewicz Kuzajak, Head of Leadership Development and Talent Program at Willam Hill  

This time, Heidi sits down with Mikolaj to find out all about leadership development. What kind of programs does William Hill provide for their employees? Mikolaj teaches us all the tips and tricks for leadership development, how he deals with employee resistence to participate and how various programs work as well as various methods to teach leader.

ABOUT MIKOLAJ JUCEWICZ KUZAJAK: 

In his professional career, Mikolaj is driven by helping others own their growth – in a way that supports their autonomy, accountability and authenticity. Apart from his role as Head of Leadership Development at William Hill, Mikolaj is a psychologist, therapist and a coach.  

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Heidi Lofthus, Project Director at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:   

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.    

Sponsored by:  

Pragmatic Play & Yolo Group

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🎙 Podcast #109 with Pierre Lindh and Gustaf Hoffstedt, General Secretary at Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling

A special episode, shot after the General Elections in Sweden on September 11th where Sweden’s future is balanced on a knife-edge as the country awaits a final tally of the votes of the election, in which a loose bloc of rightwing parties led by the far-right Sweden Democrats – now the second largest party – holds the slimmest of majorities. Gustaf explains the current state of the Swedish government and comments on the election. What changes may occur in Sweden and, most importantly, what will happen to the Swedish online gambling industry?

ABOUT GUSTAF HOFFSTEDT:

Gustaf Hoffstedt is the Secretary General of BOS, the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling, since 2015. Among the association’s members are all major private operators and suppliers that operate in Sweden. Prior to joining BOS, Gustaf served as a Member of the Swedish Parliament for the Moderate party, and as vice mayor and chairman of the Social board in his constituency Gotland before that.

Gustaf has fought for the abolition of the Swedish gambling monopoly and the implementation of a licensing system for more than a decade. He is pleased with the Swedish reregulation but at the same time concerned about political attempts to drastically change the newly implemented regulation.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

Sponsored by:

Pragmatic Play

Yolo Group

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• Overhaul in the UK. New Prime Minister, new DCMS minister who has campaigned for gambling reform. Damian Collins still gambling minister, but for how long? When is the bloody review coming out!? UKGC postpones to safer gambling requirements  

• First issue for new Prime Minister is energy crisis, which is pervading all walks of life, including in our industry. Cutbacks at Flutter UK&I, discuss their new CEO, and strikes at Rank Group casinos as employs struggle with cost of living crisis. 

- Allwyn nailed on to be new National Lottery provider as Camelot drops lawsuit and is also targeting $10bn US lottery market post-SPAC listing  

...and much more! 

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news

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🟡 Special Guest Ryan Butler, Editor at iGaming NEXT

🟡 Deep Dive Into Ontario Numbers  

🟡 Kansas Sports Betting Launches today as of 1st of September

🟡 LeoVegas shareholders unanimously approve MGM buyout 

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news.

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🟡 Special Guest- Conor Mulheir, Editor at iGaming NEXT  

🟡 DAZN Bet tests the waters as UK becomes debut market  

🟡 Better Collective sees revenue up 40% in Q2 with US as the largest market  

🟡 MGM one step closer to acquiring LeoVegas after passing regulatory hurdles  

🟡 Gauselmann Group dominance on Germany’s whitelist raises questions among the iGaming industry   

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news.

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🎙 Podcast #108 with Pierre Lindh and Anton Severin, Director of Research at American Gaming Association

On this episode, Pierre and Anton talk about the American Gaming Association and its uniting force in the US market. They raise the issue of illegal gambling markets and how to raise awareness on this matter, as well as Anton gives some stats on player behaviour moving from illegal to a legal market. Questions such as responsible gambling in an aggressive marketing campaign are discussed and from what Europe's mistakes should the US learn from. Lastly, Severin presents the Q2 revenue numbers in the US and expresses his expectations for states that have yet to be regulated.

ABOUT ANTON SEVERIN:

Anton Severin serves as director of research at the American Gaming Association (AGA) – the premier national trade group representing the $261 billion U.S. casino gaming industry that supports 1.8 million jobs nationwide. In his role, Anton oversees AGA research efforts in support of member companies’ strategic objectives, covering the full spectrum of issues affecting the gaming industry.

Born and educated in Sweden, he got his start in gaming working with the commercial industry in the leadup to the liberalization of the Swedish gaming market.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

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🟡 FanDuel EBITDA positive in North America 

🟡 Entain to pay record UK settlement of £17m

🟡 Disney investor pushes for ESPN spinoff

🟡 Update on California with MLB support

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🎙 Podcast #107 with Pierre Lindh and Bill Pascrell, III (BP3), Partner at Princeton Public Affairs Group, Inc.

"Why is online gaming important? Because it's hugely important to tramp down on gambling addiction. It's the most important tool you can use for RG. If you don't do it- it's going to the black market"

Pierre and Bill sit down and discuss all things N.America- what is the current state of the American market in regards to the iGaming industry, what expectations does Bill have for the future and how does he think N.America should approach iGaming.

"Stop shitting on tribes, let them shit on you"- is one of the many hilariously profound things Pascrell had to say when talking about gaming in California. Texas and Florida also had their rundown on the matter of legislation- make sure not to miss out!

ABOUT BILL PASCRELL, III (BP3):

Along with his position at PPAG, Bill Pascrell III (more commonly known as BP3) has been the Passaic County Counsel since his unanimous appointment by the Passaic County Freeholder Board in 1998 as well again again for a fourth term in 2007.

BP3 has also served as a key insider and adviser to John Kerry’s National Presidential campaign. He has also been an esteemed advisor to U.S. Senator and Governor Jon Corzine, U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg, U.S. Senator Robert Menendez, Congressman Robert Roe, Herb Klein and Albio Sires as well as Governor James E. McGreevey. BP3 played an instrumental role in both McGreevey campaigns, one being McGreevey’s narrow defeat to Christine Todd Whitman in 1997 and the other is his landslide victory over Bret Schundler in 2001.

He has previously served former Congressman Herb Klein and former Governor James J. Florio. As Congressman Klein’s Chief Counsel and Chief of Staff, BP3 coordinated programs helping constituents with problems ranging from IRS to Immigration to Small Business Loans to Veterans Benefits. Working closely with Congressman Klein, BP3 helped bring millions of dollars back to the 8th Congressional District of NJ as well as federal monies for President Clinton’s Americorp Program through the NJ Community Development Corporation. On behalf of Congressman Klein, BP3 also worked with the Clinton administration to draft, pass, and implement the national program to put 100,000 police officers back on the streets of America.

BP3 commenced his undergraduate career at Rutgers University graduating from the Eagleton Institute of Politics and Public Administration. He later attended Seton Hall Law School as well as Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government Senior Executives in State Government Program.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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Pragmatic Play

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🟡 Special Guest- Ryan Butler, Editor at iGaming NEXT

🟡 Jake Paul enters the iGaming industry

🟡 Underdog hiring for director of trading and risk as sportsbook investment intensifies

🟡 DraftKings stock jumps after beating Q2 revenue and EPS forecasts

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🎙 Podcast #106 with Pierre Lindh and Ryan Butler, Editor for iGaming NEXT

Time for another in-depth quarterley report analysis! Here, Pierre and Ryan take a deep dive into the latest Q2 report to be released, this time from DraftKings, and break down what the results mean, and what we can expect from DraftKings in the second half of the year.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions

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🟡 Lottery.com

may be forced to wind down operations as cash reserves run dry

🟡 Sportsbooks launch new ad targeting "wealthy" tribes as battle for California sports betting legalization keeps heating up

🟡 Smarkets’ SBK slams bookies for casino cross-sell and bad odds in controversial new ad campaign

🟡 Ontario launch contributes minimal revenue for PointsBet in Q4

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic. All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news.

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🎙 Podcast with Heidi Lofthus and Sacha Borg, Recruitment Manager at Tailwag Recruitment 

"I'm employing you not to work 40hrs/week, I'm employing you to get the job done"  

Sacha Borg is a Recruitment Manager who loves helping companies find employees and people find jobs all over the world. He talks about what fascinates him about recruitment, the hardships in finding talent and recruiting all over the world. Borg explains how most of the hardships arise from not finding a common ground between an employer and an employee. Sacha also tells us the surprising resistance of companies of integrating remote work.   

Heidi discusses with Sacha what employees seek after the pandemic and where the changed work-life balance is heading towards.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Heidi Lofthus, Project Director at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:  

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.  

For more info, visit website: https://pragmatic.solutions/ 

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Pragmatic Play- https://www.pragmaticplay.com/

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🟡 Another iGaming NEXT Editorial Team's Special with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir!  

🟡 Special Guest Jason Trost, CEO of Smarkets 

🟡 Smarkets’ SBK slams bookies for casino cross-sell and bad odds in controversial new ad campaign  

🟡  DFS disruptor Underdog pulls off $35m funding round and plans to enter US sports betting  

🟡 And much more!   

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms. These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic.  All listeners are invited to share their opinions and ask questions, making this a great way to catch up and dig deeper into the latest iGaming news.  

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🟡 Evolution Quarterly Report Special

🟡 Special Guest Magnus Andersson, Private Investor

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🟡 White paper detailing UK re-regulation leaked 

🟡 New York rakes in record $302.3m in tax from mobile sports betting in six months  

🟡 Netherlands moves to ban all untargeted gambling ads  

🟡 Kindred Group unable to award Dutch welcome bonuses due to technical malfunction  

🟡 Fake Indian cricket team caught duping Russian gamblers  

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms.  These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic.  

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🎙 Podcast #105 with Pierre Lindh, Pini Yakuel, CEO at Optimove & Damien Evans, Co-Founder & CEO at Graphyte

A very special podcast including two CEO's in the personalization market. Pini and Damien talk about Optimove's acquisition of Graphyte. Evans presents what is Graphyte and the reason behind starting the company, meanwhile Yakuel talks about discovering the company and the decision to integrate it within Optimove's ecosystem. The two CEOs discuss the synergy found between the two companies- after the acquisition, Optimove becomes a one stop shop for personalization.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: 

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. 

For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions 

Sponsored by: 

Pragmatic Play: https://www.pragmaticplay.com

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🟡 Exclusive surprise guest- Thomas Wendt, Co-Founder & Director of Apparat Gaming

🟡 Betsson leaving Slots market in Germany very quietly

🟡 Banks could lose big on 888 debt sale as investors pass on bonds option

🟡 Premier League clubs to vote on voluntary gambling sponsorship ban

🟡 Wynn Resorts lays out plans for $2bn UAE resort project

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms.

These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic.

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🟡 This episode will be hosted by the iGaming NEXT Editorial Team- Managing Editor Jake Evans and Editor Conor Mulheir;

🟡 Premier League Everton to cut ties with gambling operator Stake.com

🟡 New curbs after Premier Leagues escape the sponsor ban.

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Thursday at 3PM CET across all of our social media platforms.

These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic.

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🎙 Podcast #104 with Pierre Lindh and Ivan Montik, Founder of SOFTSWISS

In this podcast Pierre takes a dive into Ivan's history and how he discovered Bitcoin in the very early days, and in turn pivoting SOFTSWISS to be the first platform to offer bitcoin payments to its partners in 2012. They also discuss the time when Ivan was interviewed by a certain Vitalik Buterin in 2012 who later went on to start Etherium, Vitalik is now one of the most famous people on planet earth.

Mostly though, they ponder the big problem of the iGaming industry, the fact that regulators are slow to adopt new technologies, which holds operators back. Ivan and SOFTSWISS are trying to work with the regulators to bring crypto payments to the industry in a safe way, but he is also working on other ways to help operators adopt new technologies despite the difficult regulators.

ABOUT IVAN:

Ivan Montik is the founder of SOFTSWISS, BGaming, and Merkeleon. Since 2009, he has been running a number of successful projects in IT, fintech and iGaming. The strongest supporter of cryptocurrency, he was the first to introduce Bitcoin into the online entertainment industry in 2013. Ivan founded CoinsPaid and Cryptoprocessing.com, crypto payment processing solutions for e-commerce, PSP, iGaming, and streaming. The group of companies founded by Ivan employs over 1300 people worldwide.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions

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🟡 Special guest- Magnus Andersson;

🟡 Evolution acquires NolimitCity at up to €340m;

🟡 FATF adds Gibraltar to AML grey-list citing ‘strategic deficiencies’;

🟡 BetBull to cease all operations on 3 July.

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Friday at 10 AM CET across all of our social media platforms.

These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic.

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🎙 Podcast #103 with Pierre Lindh and Sanjay Thakur, Co-Founder, CEO & CTO at Verdict MMA

This episode is all about MMA. Sanjay recalls how he got interested in the sport and how he and his 3 high school friends founded Verdict MMA firstly as a side project.

With investors like Ben Askren, Verdict MMA is set to increase the overall experience of MMA fans by giving them a platform to predict results and score rounds live. Sanjay talks about seeking capital for their start up during the pandemic, building a self-sufficient community and what's next for the niche company.

The conversation kept drifting away by Pierre and Sanjay's shared interest in MMA as a sport where they recalled their most memorable moments in MMA fight history, what's it like to be a fighter and Pierre remembers his moments fighting.

ABOUT SANJAY THAKUR:

Sanjay is an engineer who is building Verdict MMA. A platform built for MMA fans and the first ever niche real-money DFS experience.

Verdict MMA is a platform built for MMA fans to be able to predict results and score rounds live, increasing the overall fan experience.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

For more info, visit website: https://pragmatic.solutions/

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Pragmatic Play- https://www.pragmaticplay.com/

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🎙 Podcast #102 with Pierre Lindh and Tim Heath, Founder of Yolo Group and General Partner of Yolo Investments

Tim Heath, shares knowledge and experience gained from over two decades of experience within the igaming and emerging technologies sectors. Pierre Lindh sit down with Tim to talk about making smart investments amidst navigating a turbulent market during recent global events. Tim starts off right off the bat with a powerful statement - “Don’t invest more than you can afford to lose.” But Tim doesn’t talk just about the financial investments, but also about the time and decision making that goes into investing. Have your notepads at the ready as Tim takes us to the NEXT level of the investment world.

ABOUT TIM:

An early adopter of Bitcoin in 2013, Tim was founder and CEO of the Yolo Group (formerly the Coingaming Group) until 2020. The Group operates leading crypto gaming brands Bitcasino and Sportsbet.io, with the latter securing high-profile sponsorships with Premier League clubs Arsenal and Southampton.

Tim specialises in transforming ideas into successful business. Since founding Yolo Investments, the venture capital firm has rapidly grown. It now holds assets in more than 50 businesses, with an AUM in excess of €350 million.

A strong believer in the power of crypto to improve the lives of people around the world, he is now increasingly focused on the fintech and blockchain spaces, and where emerging technology can disrupt the traditional banking industry.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions

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🎙 Podcast #101 with Pierre Lindh and Ian Turnbull, EVP Betting & Gaming at DAZN Group

We’ve seen the meteoric rise of DAZN Group starting from a streaming service offering coverage of Japanese J.League football to adding La Liga and quickly acquiring rights to many obscure leagues and sports not usually covered, and bringing them to mainstream attention. They very soon went from offering their services in Austria, Germany and Switzerland to being available in over 200 countries and territories, with exclusive rights to some sports, including lucrative deals with Golden Boy Promotions and UEFA Womens Champions League.

In April 2022, DAZN announced its partnership with betting and gaming supplier Pragmatic group, with the aims of launching the companies own sports betting brand DAZN bet. The shockwaves heard in the boardrooms of many sportsbook brands could be felt instantly as the news burst. Ian Turnbull of DAZN joined Pierre Lindh and Nico Jensen to talk about the news and how DAZN plans to shake up the sportsbook market.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT is brought to you by: 

Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology  

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🟡 Malta removed from FATF grey list;

🟡 FanDuel dominates US sportsbetting market;

🟡 Stockmarket enters bear territory - what's next for the iGaming industry?;

🟡 Unibet closing down German Sports Betting.

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Friday at 10 AM CET across all of our social media platforms.

These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic.

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🎙After a brief hiatus while things really ramped up with her own startup BeyondPlay, Karolina returns to podcast hosting with her guest Francesco Borgosano, CEO and Co-Founder of Huddle.

Huddle have recently received investment from Las Vegas Sands. Here Karolina talks with Francesco more about that, as well as about startups and the challenges they face when searching for investment

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Karolina Pelc, Founder and CEO at Beyond Play and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. 

For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions 

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• Swedish authorities search LeoVegas head office amid insider trading investigation
• Stake.com continues aggressive marketing drive
• Las Vegas Sands unexpected M&A strategy
• Kindred shares jump 10% on NL news
• Dan Bilzerian ousted as GGPoker ambassador

📺 Watch the Weekly News on Youtube to see the lovely faces of our hosts: https://youtu.be/8zhJ3pFQVks

The iGaming NEXT Weekly News roundup is a weekly live stream held every Friday at 10 AM CET across all of our social media platforms.

These sessions, hosted by Pierre Lindh, Nico Jansen & Jake Evans with occasional guests present the latest news in iGaming along with a deep dive into each topic.

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🎙 Podcast #100 with Pierre Lindh and Todd Haushalter, Chief Product Officer at Evolution

In this special landmark episode, we decided to shake things up a bit and headed to one of the most exciting bars in Malts - La Luz!

The 100th podcast is a bit a different - you get to meet a different side of the two most known names in the industry. Today they sit down as friends just having a conversation as they recall the times where it all began, having their friendship start at the begginning of Pierre’s podcast series.

Todd talks about his upcoming as a CPO of one of the biggest companies in the iGaming industry, Evolution as an unbeatable company, and what the future holds.

Join in the broad conversation between Pierre and Todd that covers childhood dreams, growth, learning, politics, goals and aspirations. Here they drop their titles and talk about themselves and not just iGaming - exactly what happens in the pulsating atmosphere of La Luz.

ABOUT LA LUZ: La Luz is a cozy little cocktail bar in Sliema with a whole lot of spirit. Easily found by the neon praying hands outside, one would be forgiven for thinking it resembled a quaint chapel nestled between houses somewhere amongst the throes of Mexico City, for that is exactly the vibe inside.

From the Spanish meaning 'The Light', in their own words, La Luz "stands as a kind of spiritual reminder not to lose hope, and to keep fighting when the going gets tough." Words that hit home for the team at iGaming NEXT over the past couple of years, it was exactly for this reason we felt it was the perfect location for our 100th podcast, and a sanctuary to unwind for our team. You can check them out at https://laluz.bar/ and book for private events. Be sure to tell them iGaming NEXT sent you, they'll make you feel like family.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions

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🎙 Podcast #99 with Pierre Lindh and Andres Rengifo, Managing Director at On Air Entertainment

Since his last appearance on the podcast, On Air Entertainment grew vastly- from 100 to 600 people in a matter of months. In this episode, Andres tells us all about the journey, the challenges he had to face, his winnings and gives out tips of what to look out for when scaling your company in such a fast pace. Pierre and Andres discuss all about the live vertical of iGaming, the live dealer industry, which, in comparison, is only at its beginning stages, how to enter and survive in this rather small but competitive environment.

ABOUT ANDRES:

Andres Rengifo established On Air Entertainment in early 2021 alongside a team of fellow senior live casino professionals with a shared passion for shaking up the industry. A guiding light of On Air Entertainment’s vision to be the global innovator of choice for tailored live casino experiences, Andres has since played a leading role in building this exciting new studio from the ground up.

Andres’ impressive casino experience spans more than a decade, and he has held senior leadership and operational positions with some of the industry’s top players, including NetEnt, Evolution Gaming and William Hill. He first stepped into the live dealer limelight in 2012 following a stint in investment banking, after previously perfecting his craft and passion for gaming in the land-based casino sector.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions

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Pragmatic Play: https://www.pragmaticplay.com

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In this episode, Heidi Lofthus sits down with Thomas Mahoney, Cheif Marketing & Operations Officer at ARize Group. Thomas explains employee branding and why it's important for every business. The concept has evolved and lived through two ‘generations’ of employer branding with a third one on its way. What is certain is that employer branding has become an integral part of company structures, however, we do experience high staff turnover levels due to the mis-aligned implementation of this concept. Whilst we continue to learn and adapt to a fast-moving macro-environment, Thomas is all in for a version 3.0, where employer branding integrates technology as a key framework component to create a futuristic working experience which will change the way employees work and interact with each other. He also discusses how his company, ARize Group, a leading 3D, AR & VR supplier for businesses can provide solutions for employee branding.

ABOUT THOMAS MAHONEY

Over 17 years of B2B & B2C experience in iGaming, E-commerce & Blockchain specialising in Employer Branding, Marketing & Brand management, as well as social media platforms and Operations.

In parallel to every role and project Thomas has worked on, Employer Branding is a concept he has been evolving and working to educate people on within the digital industry since 2010. Thomas has also worked as an employer branding journalist to stimulate the integration of this concept by industry players and his work has also assisted numerous brands win awards in the Employer Branding space.

A demonstrated history of working with high level management executives and building teams of various natures. He holds an M.B.A. focused in Marketing (social media platforms) from Henley Management College, London.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Heidi Lofthus, Project Director at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

For more info, visit website: https://pragmatic.solutions/

Sponsored by:

Pragmatic Play- https://www.pragmaticplay.com/

Fast Track- https://www.fasttrack-solutions.com/

Playson- https://playson.com/

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🎙 Podcast #98 with Pierre Lindh and Julian Buhagiar, co-founder of RB Capital

Listen in as Julian Buhagiar joins Pierre Lindh once again to dissect quarterly reports. This time we take a look at the Q1 reports of 2022 from some of the biggest names in the industry, Evolution, Kambi, Kindred and Betsson!

ABOUT JULIAN: Julian is co-founder of RB Capital. He is an investor & board director to multiple ventures in the gaming, fintech & music industries. He has managed investments, M&As and exits to date in excess of $500m.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions 

Sponsored by:

Pragmatic Play: https://www.pragmaticplay.com 

Fast Track- https://www.fasttrack-solutions.com 

Playson: https://playson.com/ 

Bombay Group: https://yolo.io/companies/bombay-club/

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🎙 Podcast #96 with Pierre Lindh and Benjie Cherniak, a private investor within the iGaming industry.

In this podcast, Pierre Lindh and Benjie Cherniak dive deep into the vibrant startup landscape of the American online sports betting and iGaming industries. Join them as they discuss what it takes for an entrepreneur to make it and why not everyone is up for the task.

ABOUT BENJIE:

Benjie Cherniak is currently an investor and advisor to emerging companies in the sports betting space.  Previously, Benjie was Principal & MD at Don Best, the leading provider of in-play pricing services and sports information products relevant to the North American sports betting industry, acquired by Scientific Games in 2018

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

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🎙 Podcast #11 with Heidi Lofthus and Mika Peltola, Co-Founder of Siffi

Listen as Mika sits down with Heidi to discuss mental wellbeing in the workplace, and how since going remote the need for self reflection has increased. They talk about the need for digital on-demand solutions to aim towards increasing this awareness and removing the stigma of mental illness in a safe environment for the employee and the ease and measurable data to the employer.

ABOUT MIKA:

Mika Peltola is a Finnish serial entrepreneur. In 2020 he co-founded Siffi to improve the quality and availability of mental wellbeing services for growth companies. Siffi assists organisations in helping their employees find the right support through human interaction, including coaching, therapy, clinical psychology, as a substitute or to complement their EAP offer.

Mika knows how tough it can be to work in a high-paced, high-growth company. Mika founded and led teams in internet agencies, technology start-ups and medical clinics.

He is a father of three children and I’ve been fortunate to live an international life. He loves reading and is fluent in English, Swedish, Finnish, German, Portuguese and a few other European languages.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Heidi Lofthus, Project Manager for HR Connect, part of iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions

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🎙 Podcast #96 with Pierre Lindh and Magnus Andersson, a private investor within the iGaming industry

Pierre Lindh got the opportunity to probe Magnus Andersson on his extensive knowledge in the investment and iGaming sectors, discussing everything from Bull / Bear market strategies, investments and the future. 

ABOUT MAGNUS:

Magnus Andersson is a private investor and stock writer. He has been an investing for around 40 years, with almost 20 years of investing in iGaming itself.  

In his native Sweden, he recently published his book “Investera med rätt fokus.”  

You can purchase your very own copy right here:

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: 

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions   

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🎙 Podcast #95 with Pierre Lindh and Edo Haitin, Managing Director of Live Casino at Playtech

Edo Haitin once again joins Pierre Lindh for an exciting podcast discussing Live Casino. Listen as they discuss what the future holds, incorpariting future technologies into the player experience, creating bespoke games and creating the 'WOW' factor

ABOUT EDO:

With nearly a decade of experience across various gaming technology companies, Edo joined Playtech as the CEO of Euro Live Technologies in 2016 at a transformational time for the live entertainment product. During the last 5 years, Edo has been driving innovation and pioneering the technological changes along side the physical studios expansion to new territories within the Live Casino vertical.

Edo’s vision for Playtech Live is to deliver the best possible entertainment-led experience to leading operators across the world. It is clear from the continued growth and variety of games offered across an ever increasing number of studios worldwide that under Edo’s management, Playtech Live has cemented itself as a global leader of next level entertainment live products and services.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. For more info, click here: http://pragmatic.solutions

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🎙 Podcast #94 with Pierre Lindh and Lyudmila Milenina, President & CEO at First Sports Media

We have all seen the ongoing invasion of Ukraine across news and social media, and read the stories of people having to evacuate their homes, cities and country to escape. We have heard of colleagues within the industry that are caught in this conflict, and heard from companies that are working on ways to help their staff find safety and supplies.

We spoke with Lyudmila Milenina, CEO at First Sport Media. Lyudmila talks to us after having only left Ukraine 3 days before, recounting the challenges that faced being a citizen, a mother, and a leader through such unprecedented times. In her own words, Lyudmila tells us the brutal honesty of her experience, and her feelings during these times, and we honour that by sharing with you this unedited interview.

ABOUT LYUDMILA:

Lyudmila started her career in Gambling sphere in 2015 as the Digital marketing manager in Parimatch Sports betting company. She quickly became the Team Lead and then - the Digital Head of the DC (Digital Chain) agency, which provided worldwide services of Business Intelligence, Strategy, Creative, Digital, Media, Communications, and own global Affiliate Program. This agency provided marketing services for the various number of gambling clients, as well as Parimatch. Under her guidance, Opinion leaders and Video content projects as one of Acquisition channels were developed as well as Mobile App Acquisition was set up from scratch to production.

In 2020 Lyudmila became the CEO of the First Sport Media - an international sports traffic advertising network, part of the First Sport Group. This platform combines the publishers with unique and on-demand sports content. These are live scores, sport news, match reports, stats, predictions, and other engaging content for sport fans. FSM connects brands with the right audience by offering complex advertising solutions.

Lyudmila as the CEO of FSM is responsible for business development and P&L. Key professional strengths: traffic acquisition, affiliate marketing, clients accounting, adtech technologies, digital analytics & tracking.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology.

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🎙 Podcast #93 with Pierre Lindh and Paul Burns, President & CEO at Canadian Gaming Association

This week on Monday 4th April, we saw the launch of Online Sports Betting and iGaming in the state of Ontario, Canada! President and CEO of the Canadian Gaming Association, Paul Burns, sat down with Pierre Lindh to discuss the launch. This is an exciting time for the future of the Canadian markets that will be wrought with great rises, but also with challenges.

Will we see similar results as earlier in the year with New York? Listen in as Paul tells us what we can expect in the times to come.

ABOUT PAUL BURNS:

Paul Burns was instrumental in establishing the Canadian Gaming Association (CGA) in 2005, recognizing the need for a unified voice for the gaming industry in Canada. Under his leadership as the CGA’s Vice President, the association grew to include the industry’s leading operators, manufacturers, and supplier’s nation-wide. Mr. Burns was appointed the CGA’s President & CEO in March 2018.

He has been responsible for the development of industry-wide research and programs, including the release of the most comprehensive study on the economic impact of gaming in Canada, and the expansion of the industry’s national annual conference, the Canadian Gaming Summit.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

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Morgan Stanley gaming analyst Thomas Allen joins iGaming NEXT co-founder and MD, Pierre Lindh, to discuss the future of iGaming and sports betting investment in the burgeoning United States market.

Managing Director Thomas Allen sets out why he believes that the current share prices of publicly listed gambling firms in the US do not reflect their value in the mid- to long-term, as he expects the market to turn to profit by 2025.

The pair discuss the challenges faced so far by operators in the market – and how they will be mitigated moving forward, allowing the market to turn to profit and investments in the sector to pay off.

ABOUT THOMAS ALLEN:

Thomas Allen is a Managing Director and has headed US Gaming, Lodging & Leisure research since 2013. He is a top 3 ranked analyst and has also received 4 or 5 out of 5 stars from Starmine for stock-picking in 3 of the past 4 years. He covered Gaming & Lodging from 2006 to 2009 as part of Celeste Brown's No. 2- ranked team. Thomas then covered Diversified Financials before becoming a lead analyst covering Business Services companies. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2006, he worked in capital markets at Bank of America. Thomas has a BA in Economics from University of Pennsylvania.

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🎙 Podcast #91 with Pierre Lindh and Stefan Kovach, CEO at Rarer Things  

Stefan Kovach once again joins Pierre Lindh to discuss the growing Metaverse, the changing trends of crypto currency vs fiat, NFTs and how the web3 paradigm shift affects us all.

ABOUT STEFAN KOVACH:  

Stefan Kovach has been working for internet startups since the late 90s and has worked in the gambling industry for over 15 years, including at PokerStars and Bwin.Party.  He got involved with blockchain technology in 2017 when he became CEO of FunFair Technologies, a first-generation Ethereum gambling dapp.  Since then he has gone on to create RarerThings an independent web 3 advisory that focuses on gaming, sport, fashion and celebrities.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: 

Pragmatic Solutions. – Leading iGaming platform technology. 

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🎙 Podcast #90 with Pierre Lindh and Martin Lycka, SVP for American Regulatory Affairs and Responsible Gambling at Entain

Earlier in February, Martin Lycka joined Pierre Lindh to discuss the growing US market, which states may be next to join the world of online sports betting, and how the success of sportsbook could pave the way for online casino.

ABOUT MARTIN LYCKA:

Martin Lycka is SVP for American Regulatory Affairs and Responsible Gambling at Entain, overseeing growth of the business across both new U.S. states and into other parts of the Americas, notably LATAM and Canada. He joined the business in April 2018, as Director of Regulatory Affairs.

Martin also serves on the boards of the Entain Foundation, the Entain Foundation US, the German Online Casino Association and the Advisory Boards to the National Council on Problem Gambling as well as RG247, a responsible gaming training provider.

Martin is a regular conference speaker and has (co-)authored more than 80 academic articles and three books on gambling law and other legal matters. He is the 2019 Global Regulatory Awards Head of Regulatory Affairs of the Year as well as a member of the2020/2021 Emerging Gambling Leaders 40 Under 40 Class (a Judge’s Choice).

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, MD/Co-Founder at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by:

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🎙 Podcast with Heidi Lofthus and David Näsström

Heidi Lofthus and David Näsström, co-owner at Refapp, discusses old versus new trends in how references are taken during the recruitment period; how phone calls are outdated, stressing and time costly. Digital solutions continue improving the experience for everyone involved. They also touch upon how reference checking does also come with ethical challenges and the taboo around “backdoor reference taking”.

ABOUT DAVID NÄSSTRÖM:

After 10+ years experience of recruiting and responsible for the recruitment process for the largest staffing company in Sweden David wanted to develop the process step that was the most in-efficient - reference checking. Refapp has during the last 4 years disrupted this process step and now digital reference checks are common in Sweden and Norway. After opening a sales office in Dublin last spring Refapp now is represented in 19 countries with aprox 600 customers.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Heidi Lofthus, Project Director at iGaming NEXT and brought to you by:

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🎙 Podcast #88 with Pierre Lindh and Paul Leyland, Partner at Regulus Partners 

On Friday 18/02/22, DraftKings released their Q4 report for 2021. Paul Leyland joined Pierre Lindh in a livestream to analyse the report. If you missed it, you can catch it again now

ABOUT PAUL LEYLAND:  

Paul advises on economic, financial and business models in gambling and related sectors, with a focus on regulatory change. He has considerable financial analysis and M&A experience in financial services, industry and as a consultant. Prior to co-founding Regulus in 2013, Paul was Corporate Development Director at William Hill, where he as active in developing an omnichannel strategy, building more effective stakeholder relations and advising on M&A. Between 2000 and 2011, Paul was one of the first Equity Analysts to cover the online gambling sector pre-UIGEA and went on to specialise in the online, retail and supply-chain sectors with global coverage.

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🎙 Podcast with Heidi Lofthus and Karl Grech

Karl Grech talks to our Heidi Lofthus about what drives motivation and how you can use “wasted time” for something good. Emotional Intelligence focus is on the agenda in many organizations and one way to highlight the various mindsets in a team is by introducing the Lego Serious Play design to optimize brainstorming.

ABOUT KARL GRECH:

As a performance coach, Karl helps mid to senior leaders enhance how they inspire, motivate and engage their team. He thrives by supporting individuals to gain confidence in their leadership role, develop habits to manage stress and bounce back from challenging situations, to achieve professional and personal success!

Karl’s coaching style can be described as collaborative, practical, challenging and genuine. He has earned an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) award with the International Coaching Federation (ICF), certified in PRISM brain-mapping, and Genos Emotional Intelligence assessments. Graduated with a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) in Management Consulting with the Grenoble Graduate School of Business.

Karl has also achieved a diploma in Coaching & Mentoring. When he is not working, Karl can be found enjoying spending time with his family, running, circuit training, and embracing traffic as an opportunity to listen to podcasts.

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🎙 Podcast #89 with Pierre Lindh, Rory Credland and Sam Milliken

We are thrilled to welcome our new Event Director, Sam Milliken who is joining iGaming NEXT. In this podcast, we explore how our habits have changed forever due to the pandemic, and how that has affected the conference industry. We also talk about what the future holds for iGaming NEXT!

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🎙In this episode Karolina talks to Michael Brady, Founder Director of Eyas Gaming about his journey in gaming over the past 22 years, on founding and scaling Bede Gaming and the recent sale of a majority stake to the Gauselmann Group. They discuss the key factors for success for a company with ambitions to become the First Choice Platform to enable Operators to maximise their offering.

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This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Karolina Pelc, Founder and CEO at BeyondPlay and brought to you by:

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🎙 Podcast #87 by Pierre Lindh with Alex Pratt, Group MD of Clarion & the Digital Marketing Portfolio 

In this episode Alex Pratt joins Pierre to discuss the current status of ICE and what to expect from this years show. We’ve seen some of the biggest exhibitors pulling out from ICE 2022 as a result of the date change. Alex discusses the hardships with all the changes, gives insight on how to organize an event of such extent and shares some of his predictions for ICE 2023.

ABOUT ALEX PRATT: 

Pratt joined Clarion Events following its acquisition of iGaming Business, since rebranded as iGB, and the iGB Affiliate event series in 2016.

He served as managing director of the publishing portfolio for the business before being named Group Managing Director for Clarion Gaming & the Digital Marketing Portfolio in October of 2020.

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🎙 Podcast #87 by Michael Pederson with Martin Nieri, Partner at iGaming Collective

"Brand building is a business strategy for growth" says Martin Nieri. On this episode, Michael Pedersen together with Martin Nieri discuss brand and brand building in the iGaming industry. Martin answers questions what is a brand and, most importantly, what it isn't. The misconceptions when it comes to the necessity of using branding tools and ways to optimize your business through various branding tools, also Martin presents his top 5 iGaming brands and his reasoning behind it.

ABOUT MARTIN:

Martin spent the large share of his career in and running some of London’s most prominent creative agencies helping to build brand and advertising strategies for both start-up and blue chip organisations alike. He made the leap into iGaming in 2018 when he joined The Stars Group as Global Brand and Creative Director with a key responsibility being the over-arching rebranding of the PokerStars brand. In 2020, he joined GOAT Interactive as CMO (and then CEO) to lead the Premier Bet brand to record growth levels across its 19 African markets. Today, Martin is Partner at The iGaming Collective, a strategic advisory consultancy for the global iGaming industry.

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🎙 Podcast #86 by Pierre Lindh with Tsachi Maimon, CEO of Aspire Global

Aspire Global outperformed the entire iGaming industry on the stock market since the start of the pandemic, and in this podcast Pierre & Tsachi sit back to talk about what made Aspire Global so successful leading up to the recent acquisition by Neogames, and what comes next for the company.

ABOUT TSACHI:

Tsachi Maimon has been prevalent in the iGaming industry since 2008, having previously worked at Playtech before joining Aspire Global as a board member and CEO in 2013.

Bringing with him a wealth of industry knowledge, Tsachi has played a key role in the major developments the company has seen. Some of these include listing the company on the Nasdaq stock exchange, as well as the acquisition of games aggregator Pariplay and sportsbook supplier BtoBet. His leadership largely contributed to Aspire Global’s solid positioning as one of today’s most prominent iGaming B2B suppliers.

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🎙 Podcast #85 by Pierre Lindh with James King, CEO at Flows

In this episode, Pierre Lindh & James King, CEO of Flows explore their experience of raising capital as a startup. In 2021 money is cheap, which means that investees have more leverage than ever to set demands on their prospective investors. What are the pitfalls and what should first-time investees think about when raising capital to their idea?  Check out this episode to find out!

ABOUT JAMES KING

James King is the CEO of Flows, an integration platform that empowers your entire organisation to connect apps, innovate and drive digital automation, without code.

With over 10 years of experience in the iGaming space, King joined industry entrepreneur Robin Reed to launch Flows earlier this year after previously serving as the director of sales at leading industry tech and media powerhouse Gaming Innovation Group. Flows will make innovation accessible to everyone, by delivering API-led agnostic connectivity that liberates resources, delivers freedom of choice and allows its partners to build and move quickly.

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In this episode, Karolina talks to Lindsay Slader, MD of Gaming at GeoComply, about the fantastic journey of the company founded back in 2011 to serve a very niche market to secure institutional investment and being placed in Unicorn tech company leagues.

They talk about all things geolocation, from how it works to the importance of accuracy and Geocomply’s expansion to serve other business verticals than Igaming. And then, of course, as in Karolina's cheesy title, they talk Sports and The City, with Lindsay’s sharing some of GeoComply’s fascinating insights into the newly opened market, which by now, attracted over 1 million new bettors since its big launch a couple of weeks ago.

Lastly, they discuss the company and the management’s vision and commitment towards CSR, their work towards preventing child exploitation, promoting gender equality and RG initiatives such as Conscious Gaming and PlayPause.

ABOUT LINDSAY SLADER

Lindsay Slader is the Managing Director – Gaming at GeoComply.

She joined the company in its infancy in 2012, serving in various operational roles, most recently as VP, Regulatory Affairs. Over the last decade, Lindsay has provided expert testimony on geolocation technologies and regulatory compliance at several state and federal hearings and is frequently a public speaker and industry contributor on these topics. Prior to GeoComply, Lindsay’s background was in technical compliance, spending five years in business development and marketing at the leading compliance testing companies, GLI and TST, where she serviced both the iGaming and land-based markets.

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Benedict talks about Green Jade Games’ company shift to arcades, the importance of community building, why is it important and how to maintain the balance of a community of a rather wide range of consumers, as well as the metaverse and future possibilities regarding web3.

ABOUT BENEDICT McDONAGH

iGaming enthusiast entering the 17th year, having worked at industry defining brands such as PokerStars, Betfair and Mr Green. Obsession with making customer-relevant products, and never happier than when speaking to, and learning from, customers. Husband, father to four and finally settling into our latest renovation home, after 7 houses in 7 years!

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🎙 Podcast by Heidi Lofthus with Cordelia Morgan Cooper, Head of People at KaFe Rocks

Cordelia sheds light on KafeRocks recent and very hyped "people-in-focus perk" which allows for employees to enjoy unlimited time off. Surely there are pitfalls and risks to this you think? Heidi did too so she asked 😊

Listen in to find out the thoughts behind the project and understand the juggle of communication, trust and focus on results rather than hours worked!

ABOUT CORDELIA MORGAN - COOPER

I started my career working for the world's largest privately-owned recruitment agency in the UK 10 years ago specialising in Senior Finance recruitment. After moving to Malta in 2016, I made the transition in-house and since then, I have been developing, leading and mentoring internal recruitment teams within Igaming businesses. Last summer I joined KaFe Rocks as their Head of People and my role here encompasses the entire employee lifecycle from talent acquisition to retention, engagement, learning and development and employer branding. I am passionate about employee well being and driving innovation within the Igaming industry.

🔴 Click here to see the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/FUh5Eb32yxg

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🎙 Podcast by Pierre Lindh with Peter Christian Noer, Head of Country Team at Soft2Bet

Together with Pierre's old Betsafe colleague from 2011, Peter Noer, we look into some emerging industry trends to look out for in 2022. What are some regulatory predictions, gambling trends and of course it is not a podcast about the future without mentioning crypto.

ABOUT PETER CHRISTIAN NOER

An iGaming professional since 2011 and involved in most aspects of the business with brands such as Betsafe, Oddset and Tips from Danske Spil and Casumo. Now working as Head of Country Team for Soft2Bet - one of the fastest-growing B2B & B2C operators in the industry with an ever-expanding list of markets, brands and licenses.

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🎙 Podcast by Karolina Pelc with Harry Lang, CMO at Stint (ex Marketing Director Buzz Bingo)

In this episode, Karolina speaks to Harry Lang, most recently Marketing Director at Buzz Bingo, now CMO at Stint. They discuss his vast experience in marketing over the years, working with various product verticals for some of the market-leading companies, the direction that the industry is going given regulatory challenges and the opening USA market and its marketing approach. They talk about the omnichannel strategy, experiential first approach and Harry's newly published book: Brands, Bandwagons & Bullshit. A bit of everything in this chat and a perfect way for Harry to wave goodbye to Igaming as he embarks on a career journey in a brand new industry.

ABOUT HARRY LANG

Harry has worked in integrated marketing for over twenty years, originally in agencies and latterly as CMO, Marketing Director or as a consultant in a number of leading online gaming organisations including Buzz Bingo, Pinnacle, bwin.party, Genting and Mecca Bingo.

He's now CMO at Stint, the student work App that provides short shift staff to the hospitality and leisure industries. Stint was recently featured as one of LinkedIN's Top 10 UK startups.

A regular contributor to Campaign and Marketing Week, Harry recently published 'Brands, Bandwagons & Bullshit' as a guidebook to marketing. advertising, media and PR industries for aspiring professionals (available on Amazon).

You can contact Harry on Linkedin or @MrHarryLang

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In this episode, Karolina talked with Dermot Smurfit, CEO of Gan Limited, about the beginnings of the GAN journey, challenges in developing multiplayer skill games and the pillars of their expansion strategy, to become a leading content distribution platform in the US. We also discuss the reasoning behind the acquisition of Silverback Gaming, the importance of empowering Founders you invest in, the launch of Super RGS, and where Coolbet fits into the bigger picture.

ABOUT DERMOT SMURFIT

Dermot Smurfit is the CEO of GAN, the leading Platform for U.S. Internet gambling. GAN also offers a U.S. market-leading B2B Social Casino solution branded ‘Simulated Gaming’, which leverages existing Casino reward programs to offer casino patrons a Social Casino experience designed to generate incremental online revenue and drive incremental visits on-property. Native American operator clients of Simulated Gaming include San Manuel, Chickasaw Nation, Agua Caliente, Snoqualmie, Seneca Gaming and Oneida Nation.

With operations in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Tennessee, Indiana, Nevada and California, GAN’s mission to bring America’s casinos online is far from over and leverages the enterprise technology system developed by GAN in Europe since 2002, as well as the digital user acquisition marketing and retention know-how within GAN Digital, the multi-client agency owned by GAN in Tel Aviv, Israel, which provides Marketing Services to American clients. Dermot is a corporate attorney by background and education and leads approximately five hundred people worldwide with engineering groups in London, Tallinn and Bulgaria, supported by technology operations in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Dermot took GAN public on the NASDAQ stock exchange in May 2020 (NASDAQ: GAN) raising $167M in expansion capital in order to cement GAN’s market position as a leading player in the fast-growing U.S. Internet gambling market.

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Together with iGaming NEXT Podcast hosts Pierre Lindh, Jesper Kärrbrink, Michael Pedersen & Heidi Lofthus we take a look at the trends, movement and stories that shaped the iGaming industry in 2021, while looking ahead on what's to come in 2022

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🎙 Podcast by Pierre Lindh with Michael Pedersen, Chief Commercial Officer at Livespins

In this podcast, we explore the importance of community building around a brand. Michael recently joined Livespins as their new CCO, a project which is looking to bring a true social casino experience to its players. What are the core principles of building a community? We take a look at Tinders origin story and their ingenious approach to reach critical mass

ABOUT MICHAEL PEDERSEN

Strategic brand and marketing leader with high EQ, driving growth for tier-1 brands. 14 years within the online gambling industry and 20+ years of commercial leadership experience.

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🎙 Podcast by Michael Pedersen with Niklas Lindahl, Interim CMO at LeoVegas

In this episode, I speak to Niklas Lindahl, Interim CMO of LeoVegas group. We speak about what goes on behind the scenes at Leo Vegas before entering markets and creating marketing strategies.

Niklas's mantra is "if you can't track it, you can't do it" and is a strong proponent of performance marketing and building up from the bottom of the funnel first. We get his views on brand building vs performance marketing and also he reveals a lot of cool stuff coming up for Leo Vegas, especially their upcoming entry into the US market and their different approach to this challenge.

ABOUT NIKLAS LINDAHL

Working in the online marketing industry since 2008, consulted over 100 mid and large-sized companies in how to define and deploy their online marketing efforts. In LeoVegas since 2018. I believe in hard work, loyalty and never giving up.

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🎙Podcast by Pierre Lindh with Alexander Gusev, CEO, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at JKR Investment Group

Alexander is the co-founder and CEO of JKR Investments, with €200 million assets under management. In this podcast, we explore how to seek investment as an aspiring investor, what type of opportunities JKR are looking for and how thai boxing is a good base for business excellence!

ABOUT ALEXANDER GUSEV

Alexander Gusev is CEO, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of JKR Investment Group.

Alexander is an entrepreneurial investor focused on the venture capital and private equity industry. His projects include strategy, operational improvements, and throughput optimisation.

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🎙 Podcast by Heidi Lofthus with Mark Grech, Manager, People and Organisation Consulting at PwC

Speaking directly to the data source himself, Mark Grech, Manager, People and Organisation Consulting at PwC, Malta, we discuss the outcome of the PwC annual HR Pulse survey and the organisational trends in a post-pandemic working environment. We cover the needed adaptations of technical and leadership changes, the still to be evaluated hybrid ways of working and that of "outcome of work" rather than hours put in to work" changes while also shedding light on the threatening signs of mental illness increasing and the urgent need of up-skilling in a lack of talent availability that is Malta today.

ABOUT MARK GRECHMark is a manager within PwC Malta's advisory practice and is responsible for People & Organisation Consulting. Prior to joining the firm, he worked as a Talent Development specialist within the iGaming industry. Mark has advised clients on various management consulting engagements from both the public and private sector. He has significant experience with regards to devising talent management strategies, change management through digital transformation projects and developing workforce strategies. One of his key areas of interest is with regards to the future world of work and how emerging technology and digital transformation are impacting roles and skills required within organisations. Mark holds a Masters in Business Analysis & Management from the University of Loughborough in the UK.

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Podcast by Pierre Lindh with Lloyd Danzig, Managing Partner at Sharp Alpha Advisors

This episode examines the future of online sports betting and iGaming in the US, with insight into how product innovation and the continued expansion of the verticals will create a larger addressable market for gaming operators than some may think.

The convergence of iGaming and sports betting with the world of NFTs and the Metaverse is also up for discussion - with an illustration of how the increasingly popular tech could change the face of gaming as we know it.

ABOUT LLOYD DANZIGLloyd Danzig is managing partner of Sharp Alpha advisors, a venture capital firm specialising in sports betting and online gaming. A lifelong sports bettor and fantasy sports player, Danzig came into the sports betting industry in 2018 following the repeal of PASPA, having previously spent time working in several investment-focused positions since the beginning of his career.

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Podcast by Michael Pedersen with Sebastian Khalighy, CEO & Co-founder at Casinolytics

In this episode, I speak to Sebastian Khaligy, CEO and co-founder of Casinolytics.com who operates the worlds first AI-powered tracking solution for casino live streaming. What are viewers looking for in casino streaming, how do game studios and operators get their head around this exciting space, the power shift happening from operators to streamers and Sebastian reveals the top 5 game titles right now for the casino streaming sphere!

ABOUT SEBASTIAN KHALiGHYSebastian Khalighy is a strategist, marketeer, designer, and leader with over 20 years of experience in industries as retail, banking and iGaming with a focus on strategy, branding, design, innovation and leadership. For the past 10 years, he has been in the iGaming industry. Co-founded Casinolytics in 2020, a company that helps brands to explore, monitor and understand the growing casino streaming landscape by using the power of AI.

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Podcast by Michael Pedersen with Melanie Hainzer, CMO at Rootz.

Rootz has been wildz'ly successful in the casino space and a big part of the success is influencer marketing. Melanie is the CMO of Rootz and was one of the early operators to get involved with influencer marketing and casino streamers and in this episode, she shares how it all got started, what she looks for in influencers, what to avoid and how to measure success. It's packed full of value for anyone interested in this space, a must-hear episode. Enjoy.

ABOUT MELANIE HAINZERMelanie has been working in the iGaming sector for more than a decade, with a good portion of that geared towards affiliation, business development, and online marketing. Her passion for this industry is as strong as the day she started, with industry advances and innovation forever keeping Melanie on her toes. Highly self-motivated with strong negotiation skills and a great eye for detail is one way to describe her. Another, more simple way – as a passionate traveller and wine enthusiast

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🎙 Podcast by Pierre Lindh with Paul Leyland, Partner at Regulus Partners

In this podcast, Paul Leyland, Partner at Regulus Partners analyses the short-seller report of Evolution that wiped off €10bn of its market cap. What does the future hold for Evolution? Find out in this episode.

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Podcast by Michael Pedersen with Mery Blomqvist, CMO at Ellmount Group.

Marketing success is often seen through the exciting tactical initiatives that are visible to the world. This magical execution is however only as strong and succesful as the underlying partnerships and relationship that exist within the team and with external partners and agencies. In this pod we talk about the importance but also share some recipes on how to build and maintain these crucial relationships.

About Mery Blomqvist

A pioneer in the iGaming space, Mery Blomqvist is the CMO at Ellmount Group. Mery is a seasoned marketeer with an entrepreneurial mind and demonstrable history of taking both start-ups and already established and growing brands such as LeoVegas, CasinoHeroes and Speedy Games, to name but a few to the next level.

Previous roles, including Head of Marketing & PR at Boss Media (Scientific Games) and head of Nordics at NordicBet (Betsson Group), add significantly to an impressive 10+ years of senior marketing experience.

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🎙 Podcast by Pierre Lindh with Mads Jørgensen, CEO at Lady Luck Games.

Mads Jorgensen, CEO of Lady Luck Games, a publicly listed startup game studio is set to take on the big players of the online gambling industry. Mads talks about the challenges and opportunities of building a public company from its infancy and lays out his plans consisting of M&A activity and organic growth to take on the bigger studios

🇩🇰 About Mads Jørgensen

As an early expert in the Mobile gaming industry, Mads Jørgensen cofounded Zellsoft in 2000 together with the Tier 1 mobile operator in Denmark TDC. The partnership let into two big mergers with other mobile gaming companies in Europe during the years and work under the name Atchik Realtime today.

Mads also co-founded the mobile content aggregator Rezet.net and bought brands like Disney, Cartoon Network and Warner Bros live in the mobile space.

The big step into the iGaming sector was performed as CEO for the quoted company Daydream Software with the massive development of mobile java games for SonyEricsson and Nokia mobile phones. DayDream Software turned into the first listed Igaming Operator on the Swedish stock exchange by a reversed takeover of 24H poker AB.

Entrepreneurship, iGaming and cooperate finance is the personal skills for Mads Together with Co-founding Lady Luck Games, Mads also perform as a board member for the Swedish iGaming Operator Amgo Igaming AB with pan-European operations in the regulated market.

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Podcast by Pierre Lindh with Chris Grove, Partner at Eilers & Krejcik Gaming

Are the seemingly gigantic valuations of the major US-based online gambling justified?

Or are we seeing a massive bubble forming? What is the future of US iGaming & Online sports betting? These are questions Chris straights out together with Pierre in this highly informative podcast that will give investors and industry peers alike a better understanding of the past, present and future of the US market.

About Chris Grove

Chris Grove is an early-stage investor, entrepreneur, and strategist focused on the U.S. sports betting and online gambling sectors. He is a nationally recognized subject matter expert whose insights and research are regularly relied upon by analysts, media outlets, publicly-traded companies, and policymakers.

His work has been cited by outlets including Bloomberg, ESPN, Forbes, the New York Times, the Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal and he has testified before lawmakers in multiple states including California, Illinois, New York, Nevada, and Washington State.

Grove is a partner at Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, a Distinguished Fellow at UNLV's International Center For Gaming Regulation, a mentor at Tech Stars, and a public company board member. Grove's early-stage portfolio includes over a dozen positions in gaming-related startups.

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Weekly iGaming news roundup (November 12) by Pierre Lindh & Nico Jansen, CEO, Bet IT Best.

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🧐 Nico Jansen After his studies in Frankfurt and at Stanford University, Nico joined the IT department of Investment Banking of Commerzbank in Frankfurt and London. Being familiar with the demand of Real-Time data in the finance industry and having a passion for Sports and Sports Betting, Nico left Commerzbank in 2012 to start Bet IT Best as a State of the Art and One-Stop Shop for the Sports Betting industry.

In 2015 Bet IT Best received a seat at the Web Summit Alpha program for one of the most promising overall IT startups and in 2016 Bet IT Best received the " Highly Commended" seal in the " Innovation in Affiliation – Best New Affiliate Product" category from the well-known Sports Betting Community SBC. In 2017 Bet IT Best gained the first-ever Sports Betting Broker License handed out from Malta Gaming Authority. Although freshly entering the industry in 2012, Nico has been a reputable and highly respected speaker at different and various industry events (iGB, SBC, WGES for 5 years in a row etc.) as an Expert for Compliance, the German Market, Innovation and IT trends (mainly mobile focus).

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Podcast by Jesper Kärrbrink with Gustaf Hoffstedt, General Secretary at BOS 

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Podcast by Karolina Pelc with Savvas Fellas, Founder and Managing Director of Lindar Media (MrQ Casino)   

About Savvas Fellas  Savvas Fellas is a Founder and Managing Director of Lindar Media, the company behind one of the fastest-growing casino brands in the UK, MrQ.com. Prior to launching MrQ in 2018, Savvas operated a portfolio of white label bingo and casino sites, working with multiple suppliers before the company decided to build their own platform with an emphasis on the underlying technology, analytics and architecture in order to best navigate an ever-changing landscape. The company is also preparing to launch its own content studio which will be exclusively available on MrQ.   

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Weekly iGaming news roundup (29 Oct) by Pierre Lindh & Nico Jansen, CEO, Bet IT Best.

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🧐Nico Jansen After his studies in Frankfurt and at Stanford University, Nico joined the IT department of Investment Banking of Commerzbank in Frankfurt and London. Being familiar with the demand of Real-Time data in the finance industry and having a passion for Sports and Sports Betting, Nico left Commerzbank in 2012 to start Bet IT Best as a State of the Art and One-Stop Shop for the Sports Betting industry.

In 2015 Bet IT Best received a seat at the Web Summit Alpha program for one of the most promising overall IT startups and in 2016 Bet IT Best received the " Highly Commended" seal in the " Innovation in Affiliation – Best New Affiliate Product" category from the well-known Sports Betting Community SBC. In 2017 Bet IT Best gained the first-ever Sports Betting Broker License handed out from Malta Gaming Authority. Although freshly entering the industry in 2012, Nico has been a reputable and highly respected speaker at different and various industry events (iGB, SBC, WGES for 5 years in a row etc.) as an Expert for Compliance, the German Market, Innovation and IT trends (mainly mobile focus).

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Robin Eirik Reed, founder of GiG and current CEO and co-founder of happyhour.io is one of the sharpest minds of the iGaming industry, with experience of running major organisations both from operator and supplier level. Together with Pierre, he analysis the Q3-21 reports of the scandinavian giants Evolution, Kindred, Kambi & Betsson

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Podcast by Pierre Lindh with Pontus Lindwall, CEO at Betsson AB  It’s been a big couple of days for Betsson! Yesterday, the operator announced the welcome news that chief executive Pontus Lindwall would not resign from his position as planned in September.  And today, the business released its Q3 interim report 2021, showing steady growth despite challenges in key markets such as the Netherlands and Germany.  This morning, Pierre Lindh sat down with Pontus Lindwall to discuss recent developments in the business, and its bright outlook for the future.  

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Podcast #75 by Pierre Lindh with Tamas Kusztos, CCO at Playson  

Together with Tamas, CCO of the game studio Playson, we explore how player behaviour has changed in the last 10 years, and how it will continue to evolve into the future.   

TAMAS KUSZTOS

Highly self-motivated individual with a can-do attitude and a wide understanding of Casino and Online Gaming Industry. Over a decade of proven leadership qualities within and outside of Gaming Industry including target setting, evaluation and motivation of up to 50 employees. Delivering exceptional results through two main areas of strength: ensuring good team dynamics while constantly evaluating in a data-driven manner. Strategic planning from scratch as well as delivering towards pre-set targets in a precise and focused way. Thorough believer in leading by example

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Weekly iGaming news roundup (8th Oct) by Pierre Lindh & Nico Jansen, CEO, Bet IT Best.

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🧐 Nico Jansen After his studies in Frankfurt and at Stanford University, Nico joined the IT department of Investment Banking of Commerzbank in Frankfurt and London. Being familiar with the demand of Real-Time data in the finance industry and having a passion for Sports and Sports Betting, Nico left Commerzbank in 2012 to start Bet IT Best as a State of the Art and One-Stop Shop for the Sports Betting industry.

In 2015 Bet IT Best received a seat at the Web Summit Alpha program for one of the most promising overall IT startups and in 2016 Bet IT Best received the " Highly Commended" seal in the " Innovation in Affiliation – Best New Affiliate Product" category from the well-known Sports Betting Community SBC. In 2017 Bet IT Best gained the first-ever Sports Betting Broker License handed out from Malta Gaming Authority.

Although freshly entering the industry in 2012, Nico has been a reputable and highly respected speaker at different and various industry events (iGB, SBC, WGES for 5 years in a row etc.) as an Expert for Compliance, the German Market, Innovation and IT trends (mainly mobile focus).

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Podcast by Rory Credland with Aaron Speach, CEO and Founder at Esports Technologies

Aaron Speach, CEO and Founder at Esports Technologies talks about the recent acquisition of Aspire Global’s B2C Business and what impact this key partnership will have on the industry.  

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Weekly iGaming news roundup by Pierre Lindh & Nico Jansen, CEO, Bet IT Best.

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🧐Nico Jansen After his studies in Frankfurt and at Stanford University, Nico joined the IT department of Investment Banking of Commerzbank in Frankfurt and London. Being familiar with the demand of Real Time data in the finance industry and having a passion for Sports and Sports Betting, Nico left Commerzbank in 2012 to start Bet IT Best as a State of the Art and One Stop Shop for the Sports Betting industry.

In 2015 Bet IT Best received a seat at the Web Summit Alpha program for one of the most promising overall IT startups and in 2016 Bet IT Best received the " Highly Commended" seal in the " Innovation in Affiliation – Best New Affiliate Product" category from the well-known Sports Betting Community SBC. In 2017 Bet IT Best gained the first-ever Sports Betting Broker License handed out from Malta Gaming Authority. Although freshly entering the industry in 2012, Nico has been a reputable and highly respected speaker at different and various industry events (iGB, SBC, WGES for 5 years in a row etc.) as an Expert for Compliance, the German Market, Innovation and IT trends (mainly mobile focus).

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Podcast by Michael Pedersen with Eitan Gorodetsky Director of Digital Performance at Betsson

Eitan Gorodetsky is the Director of Digital Performance at Betsson. Every day, he is dealing with more than 20 brands across many markets, complex to say the least. This is an honest talk with Eitan on how to navigate this complexity and set a winning strategy, which to him is not possible without a strong focus on people and execution.  

EITAN GORODETSKY

Eitan is an SEO and Igaming veteran having worked in companies as 888, Catena Media and Betsson group, evolving from SEO into broader marketing roles, he has strategic knowledge in 360 marketing aspects. Eitan values speed and scale and is obsessed with leadership and teamwork  

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Igor Samardziski is an iGaming expert, having years of experience in the online gambling industry. Since the last two decades, he has worked on multiple projects including ownership and development of the pioneer iGaming affiliate network and senior strategic roles for multiple Tier 1 companies. In 2011 Igor became the co-founder of Max Entertainment, followed by a launch of a network of productive casino operations and white label brands, such as SlottyVegas.com and numerous others.  Igor has been training organisations such as Novomatic, Greentube, Betsson, NetEnt, Casino Austria, Napoleon Games, and the leaders in the field from all corners of the world, such as Solverde Group, Swiss Casino, Meridien, Mozzart. Over the last 3 years, Igor has held board member status for many gaming companies, and also worked in an executive advisory capacity for various notable players in the industry, before embarking on a more hands-on role in his latest growth project, TrueLab Games Studios.

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On Air Entertainment promises to challenge the live 'monopoly' with the experienced Andres Rengifo at the helm who talks about the challenges to scale such a complex operation from scratch, the future of the live segment, and the ambitions of On Air Entertainment.

ANDRES RENGIFO

Andres Rengifo established On Air Entertainment in early 2021 alongside a team of fellow senior live casino professionals with a shared passion for shaking up the industry. A guiding light of On Air Entertainment’s vision to be the global innovator of choice for tailored live casino experiences, Andres has since played a leading role in building this exciting new studio from the ground up.  Andres’ impressive casino experience spans more than a decade, and he has held senior leadership and operational positions with some of the industry’s top players, including NetEnt, Evolution Gaming, and William Hill. He first stepped into the live dealer limelight in 2012 following a stint in investment banking, after previously perfecting his craft and passion for gaming in the land-based casino sector.

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Ozric Vandervelden used to professionally exploit online casinos, but has since turned white hat, working together with the online casinos in order to prevent abuse. Ozric talks about the massive exploit community of more than 200,000 people who actively exploits casinos, and some of the most common exploits.

Ozric Vandervelden

Having successfully exploited operators for many years the Lovelace team decided to turn white-hat to help operators tackle abuse of their promotions.

After 2 years of consulting with over 30 operators, the Lovelace team is now utilising their experiences to develop a product solution.

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"How a 30-year-old female CEO is revolutionising the iGaming industry".

Together with Maarja Pärt, we talk about her journey in the iGaming industry and with Coingaming Group. Maarja started out working as a customer service agent and is now the CEO of the company.  

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LeoVegas-backed SharedPlay has announced the appointment of Jacqui Gatt as Chief Operating Officer (COO).

In this podcast, Jacqui Gatt and Karolina Pelc discuss the iGaming industry, live casino, new products, gamification, and Jacqui's journey in the iGaming industry having previously worked for companies like Casumo, Mr Green, and Betsson Group.

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🧐Nico Jansen:

After his studies in Frankfurt and at Stanford University, Nico joined the IT department of Investment Banking of Commerzbank in Frankfurt and London. Being familiar with the demand of Real Time data in the finance industry and having a passion for Sports and Sports Betting, Nico left Commerzbank in 2012 to start Bet IT Best as a State of the Art and One Stop Shop for the Sports Betting industry.

In 2015 Bet IT Best received a seat at the Web Summit Alpha program for one of the most promising overall IT startups and in 2016 Bet IT Best received the " Highly Commended" seal in the " Innovation in Affiliation – Best New Affiliate Product" category from the well-known Sports Betting Community SBC. In 2017 Bet IT Best gained the first-ever Sports Betting Broker License handed out from Malta Gaming Authority.

Although freshly entering the industry in 2012, Nico has been a reputable and highly respected speaker at different and various industry events (iGB, SBC, WGES for 5 years in a row etc.) as an Expert for Compliance, the German Market, Innovation and IT trends (mainly mobile focus)

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Jonas started out as consultant with Internet banking. Then in his early days, he worked as a poker system entrepreneur. After that Jonas got into NetEnt/Betsson doing a poker system & got the taste for slots. It was the same company back in the days. Then he Co-Founded ComeOn and later Co-Founded Nolimit City.

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Michael Daly is the CEO for Catena Media, one of the largest lead generation companies for iGaming, Sports Betting, eSports and financial services worldwide. As such he oversees the company’s 400+ team and its global expansion across Europe, LATAM, APAC, and North America, where it is the dominant affiliate by value delivered to operators.

Prior to taking the reigns as CEO in March of 2021, Michael was the VP of North America for Catena Media, growing that business to over 50 affiliate sites, generating in the range of $40,000,000+ annually with a team of approximately 60, all working remotely.

Prior to Catena Media, Michael setup and ran divisions of online gambling technology companies, has rolled out numerous new products for banking and gaming, as well as served 8 years as a Naval Officer. He is a graduate of MIT and holds an MBA from the University of Utah.

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Karolina Pelc, Founder and CEO SharedPlay, Gaming Consultant for iGaming NEXT #10 - Max Meltzer, CEO, Strive Gaming (Strive to be the best).

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Phil Pearson is the COO & Head of sales for iGaming Group - a fully managed casino solution. Not one to shy away from controversy Phil is very outspoken on LinkedIn and other platforms, pushing for a fairer and more open iGaming community. Outside of work Phil enjoys NFL, visiting as many random and remote holiday destinations as possible, and has 22 rubber ducks in a pool.

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Luke has a strong background working for some of the world’s largest companies such as eBay and Aviva Insurance. His primary focus has been on Customer Experience and being responsible for contact centres of up to 1000 people. He also has a remarkable track record for low staff attrition and developing a powerful employee branding culture to attract new talent. Nowadays, Luke focuses on strategic development for a variety of clients – whether it’s in talent development, training, 360Feedback or C-Level coaching. Luke has an approach to developing talent that engages on a totally different level, bringing about significant behavioural change to drive careers and business potential.

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Over 15 years of experience in gambling in global markets online and offline, including leadership roles for LeoVegas, Betsson and SG Digital as well as interim executive placements for tier 1s via her consultancy firm, Basic Strategy. Specialising in P&L management, product development and commercial strategy as well as start-up and M&A advisory. Author published in EGR and IGB magazines, voted IGB 2019 Top 10 Most Influential Women and featured by Facebook in their #shetalksgames video campaign. Vocal gender diversity ambassador and above all, passionate about the product.

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Julian is co-founder of RB Capital. He is an investor & board director to multiple ventures in the gaming, fintech & music industries. He has managed investments, M&As, and exits to date in excess of $500m.

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🧐 Steve Birch - I am currently concluding my 14th year serving the teams at SBG and feel very grateful for the journey we have had. SBG has been an accelerator for my career and I have the privilege to work with an awesome team of passionate people. Having joined as an analyst I have subsequently worked in Insights, Programme Management, Marketing and leadership roles before being appointed in the role as CEO in 2020. The team that I originally joined of 350 people is now over 1500 and Sky Bet and Sky Vegas are the most popular Betting and Gaming brands in the UK. But most importantly as we have grown we have managed to maintain our people's first culture, lack of hierarchies and drive to make a difference. This had led to being named in the Times top places to work as well as a very positive Glassdoor profile. This is absolutely a priority for me as we continue to grow and if you would like to contribute to our next stage of growth then please do reach out.

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Pierre Lindh #65 - Paul Leyland, Partner at Regulus Partners (Evolution Q2 2021 report – Analysis)

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Rory Credland #2 - Nic Sulsky, Chief Commercial Officer, PointsBet Canada, and Allan Petrilli, VP Sales and Growth, Intelitics (Getting brand, product, and opportunities right to capitalise on the Canadian opportunity).

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From establishing his first venture capital firm in 2017, Tim Heath continues to draw upon two decades of experience within the iGaming and emerging technology industries. He was an early adopter of Bitcoin in 2013 and is also the founder and CEO of the Coingaming Group, which operates the leading, globally recognised crypto gaming brands, Bitcasino.io and Sportsbet.io. He orchestrated the Sportsbet.io principal sponsorship of the English Premier League team Watford FC, which included placing a Bitcoin logo on their shirt sleeve which was seen by billions of people during the 2019/20 EPL Season.

Tim specialises in transforming ideas into successful businesses and with over $200m+ assets under management has a keen interest in Fintech and Blockchain focused disruptive ventures. His latest investment is in an app called coins.io, which is a decentralised wallet, utilising the lightning network and sitting on top of a layer of connected banks and super nodes around the world to take crypto to the masses without them even realising.

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Two brilliant minds discussing tech, investment, innovation, purpose, entrepreneurship, and the art of enchantment.

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Pierre Lindh #64 - Paul Leyland, Partner at Regulus Partners (Relax Gaming Acquisition by Kindred)

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Karolina Pelc, Founder and CEO SharedPlay, Gaming Consultant, for iGaming NEXT #8 - Simon Hammon, CPO, Relax Gaming (Relax Gaming Acquisition by Kindred Group)

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With over 20 years’ experience working in HR, Fiona has amassed a wealth of HR skills and knowledge in a variety of areas.

Fiona’s HR background has seen her work within global organisations with offices around the world. She has gained HR experience in Australia, the UK, and, most recently, Malta.

Prior to her current role as Chief HR Officer at Catena Media, and member of the management team, Fiona worked with such reputable organisations as GFI Software, Morgan Stanley, and Ernst & Young.

Her extensive CV has seen her working across all HR-related disciplines, with a more recent emphasis on talent management and leadership development.

Fiona has worked with a diverse range of employees throughout her work experience, and this has also informed her work as a qualified executive coach.

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Rory Credland #1 - Enrico Bradamante, Founder & Chairperson, iGEN (Implications faced by the iGaming industry with Malta's recent greylisting)

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Marcus has 10+ years of experience in Publishing, Marketing, and Partnerships at Blizzard Entertainment, Wargaming, and French cloud gaming platform 'Shadow'. He is currently working at The Sandbox, a decentralized NFT metaverse platform built on the blockchain.

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James is a Malta Advocate and a Solicitor of the Senior Court of England and Wales. He has practiced law in the UK and Malta both in private practice and as in house counsel.

James provides advice mainly to the Gaming, Financial Services, Real Estate and Hospitality industries. His areas of expertise are: government relations, gambling regulation, devising strategic commercial solutions within a regulated environment, IPR licensing, sport sponsorship, brand development and protection, mergers and acquisitions, international corporate and tax structuring, joint ventures, crowd funding and European Union law, especially in so far as the Internal Market is concerned. He has also acted on the financing of corporate deals with underlying investments in real estate and the trade financing of businesses in the UK.

James has held the position of Chief of Regulatory and Corporate Affairs with the Betclic Group as well as having been General Counsel of Betclic and Expekt, two of the Betclic Group’s brands. Prior to that he was a foreign lawyer and then a solicitor with London firm Jeffrey Green Russell’s (now Gordon Dadds) Company and Commercial team.

James is ranked as one of the leading gaming & gambling lawyers globally by Chambers & Partners. He is also listed by The International Financial Law Review as a highly regarded lawyer and by Who’s Who Legal in the Sports & Entertainment Category.

James is a lecturer in gaming law at the University of Malta and he speaks English, Maltese, Italian and French.

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Julian is co-founder of RB Capital. He is an investor & board director to multiple ventures in the gaming, fintech & music industries. He has managed investments, M&As and exits to date in excess of $500m.

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Tsachi Maimon has been prevalent in the iGaming industry since 2008, having previously worked at Playtech before joining Aspire Global as a board member and CEO in 2013.

Bringing with him a wealth of industry knowledge, Tsachi has played a key role in the major developments the company has seen. Some of these include listing the company on the Nasdaq stock exchange, as well as the acquisition of games aggregator Pariplay and sportsbook supplier BtoBet. His leadership largely contributed to Aspire Global’s solid positioning as one of today’s most prominent iGaming B2B suppliers.

Tsachi holds an M.A in Business Studies from the College of Management (COMAS) in Israel and is an all-round sports fan with a penchant for tennis.

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Thomas is an experienced igaming executive whose former positions include Chief Executive Officer of Dunder Casino, Chief Product Officer at Mr Green Online Casino (LSE: WMH), and Section Head Business Intelligence at bwin (LSE: ENT). Mr. Rosander was also Engagement Director and Business Intelligence Director at game developer Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA).

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Long before he was appointed CEO in 2010, Henrik Tjärnström was a part of the Kindred Group (then Unibet Group). He joined the Board of Directors in 2003 and was part of the Board until when he stepped into the role as Chief Financial Officer in 2008. Henrik holds an MSc in Industrial Engineering and Management from the Institute of Technology, Linköping University, Sweden. Before joining the Kindred Group, he was employed as Senior Financial Manager at Skanska Infrastructure Development AB from 2001 to 2008.

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Dima Reiderman joined BtoBet’s ranks from parent company, Aspire Global, where he served as Chief Operations Officer for over two years. Throughout his career he garnered wide experience in strategic leadership and a strong industry knowledge, playing an integral role in the growth and success of Aspire Global throughout his seven-year tenure. He is highly appreciated for his vision and energy, placing the end-customer at the core of operations.

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Chris is the global industry lead at Google for Gambling. Before Google, Chris spent 7 years at Betfair working in various strategy, insight and marketing roles.

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Robin Eirik Reed co-founded GiG 10 years ago and successfully grew the company to €150m in revenue. In 2019, robin became an inductee in the iGaming IDOL Hall of Fame. Now he runs the gaming operator Ichiban and is also about to launch ’Quantum’.

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Britt is the Chief Experience Officer of Kindred Group (formerly Unibet Group).

She joined the Group as Management Trainee in 2005, and entered the Exec team in 2009, where she had held various roles including Head of Marcom Services, COO and Chief Programme Officer.

Britt holds a Master's degree in Intercultural Communications and Management from Copenhagen Business School. She’s a non-executive director on the Board of Racecourse Media Group, and a mentor in the Rebus Women in Tech programme.

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Daniel Lindberg founded QuickSpin in 2011 together with Mats Westerlund (NetEnt) and Joachim Timmermans (Kindred). Before QuickSpin he worked in top positions in a variety of fields with NetEnt – such as Sales & Marketing Director as well as Head of Product Management. Daniel started his career in iGaming back in 2006 and signed many of NetEnt's customers back in the days and produced the classic Gonzo’s Quest.

In 2016 they sold QuickSpin to Playtech and two years after that both Mats and Joachim went onto other ventures. Today QuickSpin is just over 100 people, with three offices Stockholm, Sweden, Malta and Kiev. 

Daniel is a very inspirational leader and is great at pushing towards bigger things as well as listening into and knowing the organization not forgetting about the people behind it and trusting people's abilities. Daniel is a passionate FIFA player and he is definitely a sore loser and perhaps a bit of an ungracious winner…

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With more than a decade and a half of experience in the iGaming industry, Ragnar Toompere is now Managing Director of the mobile-first casino content developer, OneTouch. His experience includes hugely successful stints at such well-known companies as Playtech and Microgaming, and since taking the helm at OneTouch he has guided the company to a series of impressive achievements and milestones.

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Richard Carter is a Group Chief Executive Officer of Bragg Gaming Group, an innovative B2B online gaming solution provider and the company behind Oryx Gaming.

Prior to recent appointment, Richard has served as Bragg’s Non-Executive Chair, advising and providing support to the Bragg team on developing a global strategy focused on partnerships, the continued growth of their organic business, and consideration of all accretive M&A opportunities.

Richard, formerly the CEO of interactive sports betting solutions and services provider SBTech, held the role for 5 years until the company’s merger with digital sports entertainment and gaming company DraftKings through a three-way deal with Diamond Eagle Acquisition Corp in April 2020. The transaction was valued at US $3.3 billion and the combined entity has a current market cap of US $20 billion. Before his tenure at SBTech, Richard was Director of Research at Deutsche Bank.

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Alexia Frendo is an organizational psychologist who has worked in the HR sphere both in Malta and abroad for the past seventeen years. She graduated in psychology from the University of Malta in 2002. In 2005 Alexia completed an academic and practical Masters programme in Work and Organizational Psychology at the University of Rome, La Sapienza.

Currently, Alexia is a Lead HR Business Partner within the Kindred Group. She is an accomplished HR professional who works with an international HR Team which enables managers to recruit, train and retain a high performing and motivated workforce.

Alexia provides guidance and leadership to senior managers, paying particular attention to retention. She is also responsible for a number of initiatives that contribute to the Culture and Employee Experience, ensuring that Kindred is the Best Place to Work.

She has been a member of the Malta Association of Work and Organizational Psychology and an HR Committee Member of the Malta Chamber Foundation for a number of years, since April this year she is also forming a part as a member of the MEA Council.

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Alexandre Tomic is co-founder of ALEA, the multi-award-winning creator of innovative gaming experiences. Tomic is well-known within our industry, having over ten years of experience in varying aspects ranging from affiliate network owner to casino operator. He and his partner at ALEA, Charles Gross, are familiar friendly faces at many conferences and shows. Their passion for the industry is matched by their drive for innovative products and ideas. Alexandre himself is a Biohacking and VR enthusiast and is committed to promote social responsibility among operators and create awareness about the societal impact of the gambling industry.

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Shelly Suter-Hadad has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Casumo since October of 2019 and has overseen the expansion of the company from a single brand to a global gaming group. Previously, Ms. Suter-Hadad served as the Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director as well as Director of Business Development and Head of Marketing Operations during her eleven-year tenure at Mansion Group, between 2008 and 2019. Prior to gaming, she held leadership roles within the telecom, VoIP and satellite television industries, building customer relations and experience functions for global, B2B and B2C clients, including Verizon and Panasonic.

Shelly Suter-Hadad has been recognised by the International Gaming Awards (IGA) as “Leader of the Year” in 2017, named one of the “Top 10 Influential Women” by iGaming Business (iGB) in 2018 and featured in the “Hot50” of Gaming Intelligence in 2018. She has been widely commended for her expertise in launching new brands and driving growth through expansion into new markets. She is also a sought-after speaker and panellist at leadership events, including the World Gaming Executive Summit.

Ms. Suter-Hadad holds an M.A. in Enterprise Business from Durham University (UK). 

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Stefan is an internet and blockchain veteran. He has worked for internet startups since the late 90s including 15 years in gaming. For the last 3 years, he has been CEO of FunFair Technologies, a decentralised application built on the Ethereum blockchain. He now runs ThinkChangers which specialises in digital and blockchain business consultancy with a particular focus on the NFT, fintech, blockchain, gaming and gambling sectors.

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An MBA graduate of NYU’s Stern School of Business, Kelly Kehn has been in iGaming senior management since 2012. She’s led teams and brands through regulatory changes, migrations and rebrands as well as held leadership roles in marketing, operations, management and sales in the US, Canada and the UK. She has extensive experience in digital marketing and management, business and product development, commercial strategy, loyalty and eCommerce strategy.

Kelly is deeply passionate about the Betting and iGaming industry and believes her work with All-in Diversity Project will lead to better products, top talent across the workforce, a new inclusive culture for gaming and in turn, a better industry image.

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Neal Garman was appointed CTO of iSoftBet in June 2020. Neal has transformation and growth experience within Technology businesses, involved in two IPOs. He previously led technology functions in MoneySuperMarket, FinTech [CashPlus], Metropolitan Police, DEFRA, and Helios Towers. Neal is passionate about delivering scalable, ‘next generation’, data-driven technology, where throughput and resilience are critical. A focus on understanding a business's core purpose, growing its people, and creating technology that is considered an asset.

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Pini co-founded Optimove, the iGaming industry standard for CRM Marketing, in 2009 and has led the company as its CEO since its inception. Throughout the years, Pini has collaborated with hundreds of iGaming operators, platforms, and consultants to shape the industry’s CRM practices, navigate its challenges, and build a product tailored for it.

With two decades of experience in analytics-driven CRM Marketing, business consulting, and sales in the iGaming space, Pini is the driving force behind Optimove. His passion for innovative and empowering technologies is what keeps Optimove ahead of the curve.

Today, Optimove is used by 1 of 3 EGR Power 50 operators, including Entain, Gamesys Group, Fortuna, Lottoland and others, to increase player retention, loyalty and LTV.

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My name is Disa Stigh and I'm one of those Millennials who believe I can change iGaming.

The iGaming career really took off after I won iGaming Idol as ''Live Dealer of the year'' a few years ago. After I spent hundreds of hours in the Live studio at Evolution Gaming in Malta, I decided I needed to accelerate and grasp the knowledge of our iGaming industry from all verticals. By taking a big step from being a Live Dealer to Affiliate Manager, I had big shoes to fill and a new world to comprehend.

Since networking and standing out in the crowd has been key for me during all these years in iGaming, I've been able to grow in a natural way from Live Dealer to CCO and Co-founder of Casino By Her. Panel discussions, speaking at conferences and gaining knowledge from well-experienced and innovative fellow industry colleagues, have been giving me the great comfort I need to trust my own ability through my career and personal life.

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✌️Pierre’s iGaming NEXT Podcast main sponsor is Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology. For more info, click here: https://bit.ly/3lSy1B5. This podcast is also sponsored by Kalamba & Bitcasino  

🧐Julian is co-founder of RB Capital. He is an investor & board director to multiple ventures in the gaming, fintech & music industries. He has managed investments, M&As and exits to date in excess of $500m.

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Gustaf Hagman

Birth: 1974

Title: Group CEO and Co-founder Special areas of expertise: Gaming industry, organisation, entrepreneur Education: Economics studies at Stockholm University and Södertörn University.

Gustaf has over 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship and the online gaming industry and has previously built organizations to over 100 employees. Before he co-founded LeoVegas, Gustaf was CEO of the listed company Net Gaming AB (publ.). He also founded and was CEO of Eurobet Nordic AB. As the group's CEO Gustaf works with the company's strategy and planning. It is his duty to lead the company and to handle stock market-related questions and to ensure that LeoVegas achieves the goals that the board and the owners have set up.

Robin Ramm - Ericson

Birth: 1975

Title: Co-founder of LeoVegas Mobile Gaming Group. Previous Chairman of the Board and CXO Special areas of expertise: Strategy, product innovation and development, company formations and marketing. Entrepreneur. Education: M.Sc. Business and Economics, Stockholm School of Economics and Stanford University

Entrepreneur, free diver and a passionate tech investor. One of the two co-founders of LeoVegas Mobile Gaming Group representing a strong strategic vision, operational drive and innovation lead. As Chairman of the Board and CXO, together with his co-founder Gustaf, taking the company on the journey from initial idea to IPO and Sweden’s 8th unicorn company. Prior to LeoVegas Robin held multiple CEO and head of product development positions at gaming and tech companies. His combination of strategic clarity, operational talent and ability to inspire is unique. Robin is also a respected tech investor based in Stockholm, Sweden.

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Daniel Graetzer is the Founder and CEO of Carousel Group, the owner and operator of SportsBetting.com, a US and European regulated online sportsbook and casino. With over 20 years of experience in digital, Graetzer created Carousel Group in 2017 after previously serving as director at leading Spanish provider Mediatech Solutions (acquired by R. Franco Group in 2017). Carousel Group is operational in Colorado and recently signed a market access deal for New Jersey, Indiana, and Iowa.

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After his studies in Frankfurt and at Stanford University, Nico joined the IT department of Investment Banking of Commerzbank in Frankfurt and London. Being familiar with the demand for Real Time data in the finance industry and having a passion for Sports and Sports Betting, Nico left Commerzbank in 2012 to start Bet IT Best as a State of the Art and One Stop Shop for the Sports Betting industry.

In 2015 Bet IT Best received a seat at the Web Summit Alpha program for one of the most promising overall IT startups and in 2016 Bet IT Best received the "Highly Commended" seal in the "Innovation in Affiliation – Best New Affiliate Product" category from the well-known Sports Betting Community SBC. In 2017 Bet IT Best gained the first ever Sports Betting Broker License handed out from Malta Gaming Authority.

Although freshly entering the industry in 2012, Nico has been a reputable and highly respected speaker at different and various industry events (iGB, SBC, WGES for 5 years in a row etc.) as an Expert for Compliance, the German Market, Innovation and IT trends (mainly mobile focus).

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Ken is the VP of Operations for Hotjar, a Malta-based start-up with over 150 remote team members currently distributed across 32 countries. Ken oversees People Operations, Finance, and Compliance at Hotjar. He is also a digital nomad and has been travelling the globe with his family for almost 7 years.

Prior to his travels, Ken held leadership positions in traditional corporate environments where he gained great experience but was tied to his desk. He relishes and advocates for life “outside the cube”.

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At GiG James is responsible for providing leadership and management on the delivery of sales objectives around the globe (managing both the sales and marketing teams). James has over 11 years’ experience in sales from the front line through to Group Sales Director (Clarion Gaming) leading all aspects of sales excellence driving revenue growth initiatives globally. He has successfully led and managed sales teams of varying report sizes across a mixture of businesses ranging from events through to publishing and digital with focusses on b2b technology (software), operations, and media within iGaming.

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At GiG James is responsible for providing leadership and management on the delivery of sales objectives around the globe (managing both the sales and marketing teams). James has over 11 years’ experience in sales from the front line through to Group Sales Director (Clarion Gaming) leading all aspects of sales excellence driving revenue growth initiatives globally. He has successfully led and managed sales teams of varying report sizes across a mixture of businesses ranging from events through to publishing and digital with focusses on b2b technology (software), operations, and media within iGaming.

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Andy is PwC’s esports industry leader across their global network. Andy helps organizations navigate through a fast-growing, global, emerging market; providing insights and expertise across a complex ecosystem.

With 19+ years of experience at PwC UK, across a wide range of industries, and leading the global firm's activity in the esports sector for the last 4 years. Andy built an extensive external network, across teams, leagues, publishers, organizers, platforms, and brands.

Having worked closely with many esports organizations helping them develop strategies to improve global reach, brand awareness, and meet growth targets; as well as help with capital raises.

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Mr. Rafael (Rafi) Ashkenazi, is a former The Stars Group CEO and a future Executive Chairman of Hard Rock Digital. Previously a Playtech COO, he joined the Rational Group in 2013 and had been with the company that eventually became known as The Stars Group for seven years. Taking over as CEO in 2016, Rafi is widely recognized to have played an integral role in the business leaving an incredible footprint on all it's aspects. Mr. Ashkenazi, who initially joined Stars Interactive Group in January 2013 as Chief Operating Officer, is an experienced gaming industry executive who previously served as Chief Operating Officer of Playtech plc (LSE: PTEC), a global gaming software development company (Playtech), from January 2006 to January 2010 and then from September 2011 to January 2013, and as a member of the board of directors of Playtech from March 2006 to January 2010. From January 2010 to September 2011, Mr. Ashkenazi served as Vice President of Business Operations of Playtech. He was appointed Senior Vice President of Strategy for The Stars Group in April 2015, Chief Executive Officer of Stars Interactive Group in November 2015, Interim Chief Executive Officer of The Stars Group in March 2016 and then permanent Chief Executive Officer of The Stars Group in November 2016. Mr. Ashkenazi graduated with honors from Shenkar College in Israel where he earned a B.A. in Industrial Engineering.

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Ben oversees the Commercial team at GiG, with responsibility for commercial agreements with our various suppliers and pricing models for GiG’s ever-expanding product range. His background is casino management, including MGM in Las Vegas, and Head of Casino Operations for Nordic Gaming Group. Ben joined GiG in 2013, as Head of Casino Operations and co-founder of Guts, and progressed to Managing Director of iGaming Cloud (a vertical in GiG now called GiG Core) in 2016, and was announced as CCO in late 2017.

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Robert Andersson is a passionate company builder with 18 years in leading positions with a great network in the Swedish and Baltic investment community. Focus on Business Development, marketing, strategic and organizational planning in the areas of Media, Games, and Product Development.

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Sergey became Chief Executive Officer of Parimatch Holding in 2015. He has transformed the Company from a bookmaker trading out of physical stores into an innovative online technology business and internationally recognized lifestyle brand. Sergey has restructured the Company and transformed critical operational and business processes, leading to the Company's vigorous growth and performance.

As CEO, Sergey's primary responsibilities at Parimatch include the development and implementation of high-level strategy, managing overall trading operations and resources as well as acting as the contact between the board of directors and the wider business. Under his leadership, Parimatch has become a unified team with shared values of integrity and responsibility.

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Björn started as a management trainee to Pontus Lindwall more than 20 years ago. Since then he has been committed to the industry and worked in various capacities with betting, trading, poker, and casino in both b2b and b2c businesses of various sizes. A serial entrepreneur that launched Triggy with two colleagues in 2017.

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Oisin Lunny is an award-winning marketer, webinar and podcast host, MC, public speaker, virtual event consultant, and journalist. His work has been read over half a million times as a senior contributor to Forbes, The Guardian, and others. Oisin has spoken at over 250 conferences in every corner of the world, including TEDx and six times at SXSW, and he has worked in a series of leading global technology firms over the past 20 years.

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Paris Smith’s career in online gaming spans more than two decades, which includes more than 12 years as CEO of Pinnacle (www.pinnacle.com), one of the world’s most respected online bookmakers. Paris’ unmatched understanding of the online gaming business has led to her advising governments to develop regulatory frameworks, as well as working closely with key industry service providers.

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Ulrik Bengtsson was appointed CEO of WilliamHILL on 30 September 2019, having been appointed CEO Designate on 5 September 2019.

He had joined the Group as Chief Digital Officer and a member of the Group Executive Committee in April 2018. Ulrik was previously President and Chief Executive of Betsson Group, the Stockholm listed betting and gaming company that operates via gaming licences in 11 countries across Europe and Central Asia, until stepping down in September 2017. Ulrik has a B.Comm. from Dalhousie University in Canada, where he also played varsity ice-hockey. He is a fan of Chelsea FC.

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Kresimir Spajic is Senior Vice President of Online Gaming for Hard Rock International. Spajic is responsible for leading the vision, strategy and operational execution behind the brand’s investment across interactive gaming platforms. Spajic is instrumental in securing new strategic partnerships and future opportunities to further position Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos as a global leader in the international and online gaming spaces.

Spajic holds a multidisciplinary graduate degree in management, law and humanities from SDA Bocconi School of Management (Italy), University of Neuchâtel (Switzerland) and De Montfort University (England). He is based in Hollywood, Fla., at the Hard Rock International headquarters.

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Todd Haushalter is Chief Product Officer at Evolution Gaming. Todd is responsible for all aspects of Evolution’s game innovation and new product development, including the creation of award-winning titles such as MONOPOLY Live and Lightning Roulette. Prior to this, he was Corporate Vice President of Gaming Operations at MGM and Vice President of Business Strategy at Shuffle Master. He has a wide and varied knowledge of the casino industry.

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David Flynn is a Management Executive with over 17 years of iGaming experience across both B2B and B2C verticals of the Online Gaming market.

Currently, David is responsible for the strategic direction of Glitnor Group, encompassing its customer-facing brands, Luckycasino and Gambola and its rapidly growing B2B vertical Swintt.

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Jesper Kärrbrink has a background in e-commerce, media and gambling. Several CEO positions since 1993, among those; Svenska Spel and Mr Green. Co-founder of gaming studio Green Jade Games.

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Robin Eirik Reed Co-founded GiG 10 years ago and successfully grew the company to €150m revenue. In 2019, Robin became an inductee in the iGaming IDOL Hall of Fame. He has launched his new iGaming operator, Ichiban.

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Manuel started in the gambling industry with BetBrain in 2005 in Bucharest, before relocating to London in 2008 to join Unibet. Manuel held roles focused on Central and Eastern Europe until 2012 when he moved on to the Head of Digial Marketing role and later Brand Marketing Director. In 2018, Manuel moved to New York to start Kindred’s operations in the US.

Manuel holds a BSc in International Business at Bucharest University of Economic studies and more recently completed an Executive Management Program at Yale School of Management.

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Phil Pearson is the Head of white labels and sales for iGaming Group and iGaming Platform, who specialise in a fully managed casino solution for MGA or curacao based operations. With a cutting edge back office, gamification, over 6000 games and counting, and fully managed CS and payment solutions, they are leading the market moving into 2021. Not one to shy away from controversy Phil is very outspoken on LinkedIn and other platforms, pushing for a fairer and more open igaming community. Outside of work Phil enjoys NFL, visiting as many random and remote holiday destinations as possible, and has 22 rubber ducks in a pool.

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From establishing his first venture capital firm in 2017, Tim Heath continues to draw upon two decades of experience within the iGaming and emerging technology industries. He was an early adopter of Bitcoin in 2013 and is also the founder and CEO of the Coingaming Group, which operates the leading, globally recognised, crypto gaming brands, Bitcasino.io and Sportsbet.io. He orchestrated the Sportsbet.io principal sponsorship of the English Premier League team Watford FC, which included placing a Bitcoin logo on their shirt sleeve which was seen by billions of people during the 2019/20 EPL Season. 

Tim specialises in transforming ideas into successful businesses and with over $200m+ assets under management has a keen interest in Fintech and Blockchain focused disruptive ventures. His latest investment is in an app called coins.io, which is a decentralised wallet, utilising the lightning network and sitting on top of a layer of connected banks and super nodes around the world to take crypto to the masses without them even realising.

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Soft2bet is pioneering the future of casino and sportsbook B2B platform supplier with an extensive portfolio comprising 30+ innovative brands; delivering top quality, gamified casino and sports betting content from some of the industry’s most prominent suppliers. Featuring over 5,000 of the best in slots, table games and live casino content from leading third-party developers and its own exclusive in-house team, Soft2bet’s customers keep on returning for more.

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Jesper Svensson has been in the gaming industry since the mid-2000s. Over the years he worked in senior positions in several gaming companies in Europe and Asia. He joined Betsson in 2013 as the managing director of its flagship brand, betsson.com. In 2015 he became Betsson’s Chief Commercial Officer and was then made acting CEO in September 2017. Just three months later, he was appointed as CEO for Betsson Operations.

Jesper holds a Master in International Business from EAE Business School (Barcelona) and a Bachelor in Marketing from BI Norwegian Business School (Oslo). Jesper is passionate about sports and gaming.

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Allan Stone is the CEO and Co-Founder of Intelitics. Intelitics’ igaming performance marketing and business intelligence saas platform provides Real-Time data in a clear and Accurate format, empowering operators to make agile, data-driven Decisions for informed media investing and customer acquisition to unlock hidden revenue and boost return on investment. When he’s not in the office Allan can be found spending time with his wife and three sons enjoying the outdoors, off-roading or catching a football game.

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*Rickard Vikström has 15 years of experience in building steadily growing businesses.  In 2008, he founded Stay Secure which became the largest anti-spam service in Sweden. The same year he co-founded Internet Vikings - a premium provider of hosting and related services with the focus on iGaming.  As a founder and a member of the Board Rickard is also involved in Holm Security working with IT security and Wincher working with Google Analytics.

Rickard believes in the key role of proactivity. Only those who are ready to deliver customers more than they expect can expect success and growth.*

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Head of Political Betting at GVC, which includes the Ladbrokes, Coral and Bwin brands. With particular expertise in US and UK politics, this will be the fourth Presidential election that he has headed up for Ladbrokes.

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CEO at Betsson AB and President

Born in 1965, residence Stockholm, Sweden.

Employed in the Group since 1991.

Board member 2011-2018.

Chairman of the Board 2011-2015 and 2016-September 2017.

Previously CEO and President 1998-2011 and July 2015-February 2016.

Other assignments: Board Member in Net Entertainment NE AB (publ),

Nya Solporten Fastighets AB, Mostphotos AB and several companies within the Betsson Group.

Background: Long experience from the gaming industry, both offline and online gaming, such as founder of Net Entertainment and CEO and President of Cherryföretagen.

Education: Master of Scence, Engineering from the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Stockholm.

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Kristoffer Cassel is the co-founder and CEO of Regily and has been part of several of Europes most successful tech companies. Before founding Regily Kristoffer were VP product and the inventor behind a majority of Klarnas global patents. As a keen innovator, he is a true believer that creating simplicity from complex technology is the most rewarding thing there is. Regily is applying advanced technologies to make it enjoyable for users to sign up for new services online. The company was founded in January 2017 by Kristoffer and Alexey Kuznetsov and is on a mission to fix one of the truly broken processes of the web. The solution allows users to control their data while making great services grow faster.

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Georg Westin is the largest owner and the founder of Hero Gaming, a company with roots in gamification of the gabling world and runs multiple successful brands such as Casino Heroes, Speedy Spel, Boom Casino and CasiTabi. Georg is previously co-founder of Casumo and CTO at Betsson and Betsafe. Georg is also a successful investor in digital startups via his company Maxify.

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Simon's background in iGaming spans over 15 years, with extensive experience in product development and innovation. Having held senior positions at a number of operators, including Betfair, Betsson Group, Simon has always been working towards understanding key challenges and produce innovative solutions to drive real change within the industry. There is no clearer example of this that what he has achieved with Fast Track - the leading iGaming player engagement platform, that he Co-founded 5 years ago.

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Oskar Mühlbach, CEO at Raketech has been in the iGaming industry since 2016 when he joined the casino operator Mr Green as their COO. Before iGaming, Mühlbach worked within the international e-commerce industry in which he has held several senior positions, such as COO at global eyewear reseller Lensway, CMO at online footwear store Footway and  director at the online makeup store Eleven.

Mühlbach joined Raketech in early 2019, as a Senior Advisory Consultant to the board of directors and CEO at the time. He was appointed as the group’s COO and was then made acting CEO just 9 months after.

Mühlbach has a Master of Science in Business Management and Engineering, from Luleå University of Technology.

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At GiG James is responsible for providing leadership and management on the delivery of sales objectives around the globe (managing both the sales and marketing teams). James has over 11 years’ experience in sales from the front line through to Group Sales Director (Clarion Gaming) leading all aspects of sales excellence driving revenue growth initiatives globally. He has successfully led and managed sales teams of varying report sizes across a mixture of businesses ranging from events through to publishing and digital with focusses on b2b technology (software), operations and media within iGaming.

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Calvin Ayre, Venture Capitalist, Real Estate Developer, Founder of Ayre Group and CoinGeek:

Calvin Ayre is a celebrated entrepreneur who made the cover of Forbes magazine in 2006 for his success in building the Bodog online gambling brand. More recently, Ayre founded the CoinGeek cryptocurrency news site and invests in companies that build on the Bitcoin SV (BSV) blockchain. Ayre supports Dr Craig Wright’s view that original Bitcoin (BSV) is the only technology with the potential to scale to meet the needs of the global financial community and become the world’s global ledger and so much more.

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Eman Pulis is the founder and CEO of SiGMA Group, a gaming and tech destination company with events across Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Europe. In addition to a wealth of experience in event management, Eman Pulis holds a degree in Education with first-class honours, as well as a Master's degree in both diplomacy and creativity and innovation. Mr Pulis also sits on a number of boards as a senior advisor.

Mr Pulis currently resides in Manila with his wife and daughter, a central location which allows him to coordinate operations across continents, whilst overseeing the 2021 inaugural launch of SiGMA Manila and SiGMA Americas.

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Petra Blixt is an experienced leader within digital marketing and sales with a broad background from various different industries. Since January 2020 she holds the position as CMO at Svenska Spel Sports & Casino AB, the state owned operator in the Swedish licensed market. Petra is convinced that the IGaming industry can grow in a sustainable way and in parallel with placing responsible gambling on top of the agenda.

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Mikael Hansson is the Founder and CEO of Enteractive  the leading player reactivation company driving revenues for iGaming brands across the world. He graduated from LIU, Sweden, with a Masters of Science in Industrial Engineering and Management, and previously held the position of CFO for a large Swedish company.  He has been living in Malta since 2009, when he set up the Enteractive brand to support player retention and reactivation for the growing iGaming sector.  Leading Enteractive’s unique ability to connect with players directly on a one-to-one level, Mikael is passionate about increasing the level of personalisation between iGaming brands and their players. As a champion for sustainability and longevity in the sector, he is instrumental in promoting growth and player retention alongside responsible gambling measures for players.

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Alexander Grabner Jarlung has spent many years studying with the help of David JP Phillips and his methods the ability to convey the wonderful techniques of storytelling and public speaking. The last couple of years Alexander has been David's left hand and Alexander is today in charge of their international business, making the world come together in our communication revolution, both online and with physical presence. Alexander truly believes that the next generation has the right to learn how to communicate. This is our mission!

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With 2 decades of experience in digital markets, Martin has a passion and drive to help organisations flourish. Through both internal and external strategic analysis, he can drive positive improvement in performance, as well as help identify new business opportunities. Always remaining one step ahead, Martin empowers organisations to truly perform and drive revenue and growth.

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Martin Lycka, solicitor, is Director of Regulatory Affairs at GVC Holdings. Martin has been senior legal and regulatory advisor to global listed gambling business for over 10 years. He serves as Vice President of the German Online Casino Association, a Board member of the EGBA as well as a Trustee of the GVC Global Foundation and the GVC Foundation US.

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Duringa recent iGaming NEXT: Power Hour, Pierre discusses how to nagivate through the current challenges in order to win the year 2030, with Tsachi Maimon, CEO of Aspire Global. 

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Scott joined Hero Gaming April 2020 as CMO. Prior he was CPO and then of language learning app, Lingvist. Prior to Lingvist, Scott Joined Gamesys as Chief Product Owner and went on to lead Virgin Poker as Business Owner and Head of Marketing. Previously he was co-founder and CEO of Flying Rhino Studios, Divide by Zero Games, and Tenacious Games; and co-founder/CPO of Bobber Interactive. Scott loves startups and mentors for Techstars & other incubators around the world, (Seattle, New York, London, Paris, Tallinn, and Berlin)

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In this fireside chat, Pierre & Pontus Lindwall discuss if the iGaming industry will consolidate into only a few powerful players 

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Sam Brown has been in iGaming since 2004, working across numerous verticals on both operator and supplier side. Sam has been involved in start-ups and also held senior roles at major listed companies. He has a passion for gambling both personally and professionally, which today Sam channels into his role as the Chief Commercial Officer of Hero Gaming.

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CEO and one of the two co-founders of Push Gaming, James Marshall started up the company in 2010. Highly passionate about games, and dedicated to offering premium quality entertainment products, James firmly believes that in business, "it is always the end-user who decides the way forward". This approach and focus on players, coupled with his extensive years of experience within the industry, is what has led to the continuous innovation and success that the company continues to enjoy today.

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Jesper Kärrbrink has a background in e-commerce, media and gambling. Several CEO positions since 1993, among those; Svenska Spel and Mr Green. Co-founder of gaming studio Green Jade Games.

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Peter-Paul de Goeij is the managing director of Dutch online gambling trade organisation, ‘Speel Verantwoord’. Speel Verantwoord aspires to achieve and promote a safe and responsible online gambling offering in the Netherlands.  

Next to MD of Speel Verantwoord, De Goeij is also the founder of Quod Bonum Consulting, an independent Dutch IT & telecom, gambling and lottery consulting firm, drawing on his more than 20 years’ experience in the fields of general management, licence application, legal and regulatory and public affairs.

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Heidi Lofthus is an iGaming industry veteran, closing in on 15 years within the industry having worked both with suppliers and operators alike. Her iGaming journey started with operational roles in Gibraltar and Sweden and she has been active in Malta over the last 10 years. She has broad experience ranging from managing start-ups, mid-sized and larger corporates. She currently holds the position as Chief People Officer of ComeOn Group and oversees an 550+ staff strong operation, active across multiple geographical locations, heading a team of 20 with functions ranging from People Experience to traditional Human Resources.

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Todd Haushalter is Chief Product Officer at Evolution Gaming. Todd is responsible for all aspects of Evolution’s game innovation and new product development, including the creation of award-winning titles such as MONOPOLY Live and Lightning Roulette. Prior to this, he was Corporate Vice President of Gaming Operations at MGM and Vice President of Business Strategy at Shuffle Master. He has a wide and varied knowledge of the casino industry.

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Carl Fredrik is the Secretary General of the Norwegian Trade association (NBO) representing several major iGaming organisations since May 2019.

Background: 20 years working for the monopoly in Norway, Commercial director for Rikstoto 2013 - 2019 (jan).

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Leading the GamingMalta Foundation - a non-profit foundation set up by the Government of Malta and the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) - since 2018, Ivan together with his team spearheads efforts in promoting Malta as a centre of excellence in the digital and remote gaming sector globally.

Ivan is also responsible for liaising with the local relevant authorities to improve Malta’s attractiveness as a jurisdiction and enhance the ecosystem surrounding the gaming industry.

Under Ivan’s leadership the GamingMalta Foundation has taken a broader of gaming encompassing iGaming, esports and video gaming.

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Gustaf Hoffstedt is the Secretary General of BOS, the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling, since 2015. Prior to joining BOS, Gustaf served as a Member of the Swedish Parliament for the Moderate party. Gustaf has fought for the abolition of the Swedish gambling monopoly and the implementation of a licensing system for more than a decade. He is pleased with the Swedish regulation but at the same time concerned about political attempts to drastically change the newly implemented regulation.

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Angelo Dalli is an AI expert and serial tech entrepreneur, combining deep technical ability with commercial acumen.  Angelo founded 9 startups, was involved in 4 IPOs, invested in numerous Technology, Entertainment and Fintech companies, and secured investments from EU funds, Angel Investors and VCs. Angelo is an EBAN member, WBAF senator and BAM president, and was twice named as Malta’s Top Entrepreneur of the Year in 2014 and 2019.  Holding a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Angelo authored over 23 papers about Artificial Intelligence, Language Processing and Search Engines. Angelo won a bronze medal at the 1995 International Olympiad in Informatics.

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Jesper Svensson has been in the gaming industry since the mid-2000s. Over the years he worked in senior positions in several gaming companies in Europe and Asia. He joined Betsson in 2013 as the managing director of its flagship brand, betsson.com. In 2015 he became Betsson’s Chief Commercial Officer and was then made acting CEO in September 2017. Just three months later, he was appointed as CEO for Betsson Operations. Jesper holds a Master in International Business from EAE Business School (Barcelona) and a Bachelor in Marketing from BI Norwegian Business School (Oslo). Jesper is passionate about sports and gaming. 

📍 Channelisation in the Swedish market

📍 Ethical approach to marketing in the current climate

📍 What emerging markets are Betsson looking into?

📍 How does a deal like Rizk happen? What considerations are taken to understand value, synergies etc.

📍 What are the secrets to Betssons success in its company culture?

📍 Where is Betsson in five years?

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Robin Eirik Reed Co-founded GiG 10 years ago and successfully grew the company to €150m revenue. In 2019, Robin became an inductee in the iGaming IDOL Hall of Fame. In this episode we discuss what Robin has been up to since leaving GiG, the current state of the industry, and the recently announced stricter regulation in Sweden. 

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Robert is an experienced CEO within the iGaming industry currently steering the ship for Highlight Media Group, and previously at Enlabs and Catena Media. In this episode we talk about what the future holds for our industry considering COVID-19.

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The day Erik Bergman turned 28, he made $15,000,000 by taking his company Catena Media public. Since then, he has devoted himself to charity through his project Great.com "the worlds most controversial charity". In this episode, we discuss if money can make you happy, and if raising money to charity by enticing gambling is ethical. 

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iGaming NEXT co-founder Pierre Lindh discuss COVID-19 and the future implications on the iGaming industry, and what to expect together with chairperson of iGEN, Enrico Bradamante.