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 - Intro

1:49 - Welcoming Brais Pena Sanchez

02:32 - Brais's Journey with Stake

05:54 - Trust and Security in Crypto Casinos

8:24 - Reasons for Stake's Success

10:21 - Brand Ambassadorship Strategy

15:29 - Partnerships with Sports Organizations (UFC and Formula One)

17:01 - Streaming Partnerships Strategy

18:48 - Responsible Gambling

20:58 - Reaction to Twitch's Gambling Ban and Launch of Kick

23:32 - Growth and Future of Kick

25:04 - Other Ventures within Easygo

27:16 - Managing Hyper Growth

31:16 - Leadership and Company Culture

33:21 - Regulated Markets and Expansion Plans

36:31 - New Generation of Crypto Casinos

37:56 - Community Building and Player Engagement

44:09 - Trends in iGaming, Crypto, and Streaming

46:54 - Ambition for Easygo and Stake

49:05 - Potential Entry into the North American Market

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