iGaming Daily

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Noticias Business Journalist Damián Martínez and SBC Noticias Brazil Business Journalist Ana Maria Menezes. They discuss Brazil's proposed tax rises on the betting and gaming industry. But it's not all bad news, as Peru goes against the global grain with proposed tax cuts, while legislative efforts are also underway in Ecuador and Chile.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

• Why Brazils finance minister is seeking to raise taxes, and the industry's reaction
• Whether higher taxes could spook operators and slow down investment in Brazil.
• How Peru’s decision to roll back controversial tax hikes stacks up against Brazil’s approach.
• What Chile’s Senate approval for online casino gaming could mean for the size of its future market.
• And the big picture: is Latin America still iGaming’s fastest-growing playground, or are the rules starting to change?

Links to articles:
https://sbcnoticias.com/impuestos-juego-peru-reducir-drasticamente/

https://sbcnoticias.com/senado-aprobo-proyecto-ley-regular-juego-online/ 

https://sbcnoticias.com/casinos-volver-ecuador-consulta-daniel-noboa/

https://sbcnoticias.com/br/ibjr-posicionamento-aumento-impostos-apostas/

Host: Charlie Horner
Guests: Damián Martínez & Ana Maria Menezes
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonald

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iGaming Daily's "Road to Lisbon" series continues today, with SBC Media Manager and host Charlie Horner joined by Pedro Romero, Chief of Safer Gambling Partnerships at Betblocker. They explore Pedro's research into psychedelic drug treatment for gambling addiction, as well as exploring ways to prevent gambling harm. 

Listen to this episode to find out:

• Who should take responsibility for protecting players from gambling-related harm?
• Do regulators do enough to support responsible gambling initiatives?
• What role Betblocker plays in preventing gambling harm.
• What Pedro's background is in supporting people through their gambling addictions.
• Can psychedelic drugs be the answer to all gambling addictions?

To hear more from Pedro, you can catch him at the SBC Summit Lisbon. He'll be participating in a panel on September 17th titled, "Debate: Who's really responsible for gaming?" on Stage 5 - Player Protection - Research.

Panel Details
Time: 14:40 - 15:20

Topic: Debate: Who's really responsible for gaming?

Location: Stage 5 - Player Protection - Research

Host: Charlie Horner
Guest: Pedro Romero
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonald

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In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye and SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir. The trio unpack Entain's H1 financial results and discuss whether the company is on track to hit its £1bn EBITDA target this year.

Tune in to find out:

• Whether Entain's H1 results are a positive start to the year.
• If vulnerabilities in accounts will impact profitability going into H2.
• How Entain will mitigate tax burdens on its ample portfolio of British brands.
• If we'll see a more harmonised joint venture between Entain and MGM Resorts.
• Is Stella Davis doing a 'StellAR 'job when it comes to leadership?

Host: Charlie Horner
Guests: Ted Menmuir & Ted Orme-Claye
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonald

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In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by Joe Streeter, Editor of iGaming Expert, and Ana Maria Menezes, Business Journalist for SBC Noticias, to discuss the industry's latest crackdown on influencer marketing.

Tune in to find out:

• How Brazil is tackling influencer promotions for illegal gambling websites.
• What The Swedish Gambling Authority (Spelinspektionen) is doing to crack down on gaming influencers who have been marketing illegal gambling through Twitch.
• Kenya's response to the use of influencers and content creators to promote gambling.
• Why Argentina ordered 15 influencers to record a campaign against illegal gambling.

Could these influencers learn a thing or two from Kim Kardashian?

Host: Fernando Noodt
Guests: Joe Streeter & Ana Maria Menezes
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonald

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In todays episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager, Charlie Horner is joined by Optimove's Director of Sales, Jeff Laniado to talk about the new NFL season and how to treat your loyal customers as VIP's.

Tune in to find out:

• How operators can engage and re-engage casual bettors to enhance the overall LTV.
• What steps should sportsbooks take to ensure that they have a more profitable NFL campaign.
• What role AI plays in re-engaging players to increase their LTV
• Why you shouldn't back the Jets to win the Super Bowl

What's all this got to do with GF pizza?

Host:  Charlie Horner
Guest: Jeff Laniado
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonald

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In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC’s Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC’s Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and Canadian Gaming Business/SBC Americas Senior Journalist Tom Nightingale. Together, the trio analyse Flutter Entertainment’s Q2 financial results and explore its future outlook amid a challenging global gaming market.

The discussion also delves into the company’s ambitious full-year guidance increase, with a particular focus on its reliance on FanDuel’s growth in the US.

They examine rising tax liabilities in markets such as Illinois, the strategic responses being considered, and the influence of Fox Corporation and Boyd Gaming’s stakes on FanDuel’s valuation.

Finally, the episode considers the wider implications for the iGaming industry should Flutter, the sector’s leading PLC, encounter significant setbacks.

Links to articles:
https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2025/08/08/flutter-ceo-quaterly-report/
https://sbcamericas.com/2025/07/25/boyd-gaming-plays-down-m-and-a-talk/
https://sbcamericas.com/2025/07/10/flutter-fanduel-boyd-stake-buyout/
https://sbcamericas.com/2025/08/08/fanduel-flutter-per-wager-tax-illinois/

Host:  Charlie Horner
Guests: Ted Menmuir & Tom Nightingale
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonald

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iGaming Daily continues its Road to Lisbon series, a collection of podcasts featuring industry leaders who will help shape the upcoming SBC Summit in Lisbon.

In today’s episode, SBC's Media Manager, Fernando Noodt, is joined by Bernardo Oliveira Neves, Secretary General of the Portuguese Online Betting and Gambling Association (APAJO). Together, they examine Portugal's market performance, noting a recent slowdown in growth despite previously record-breaking figures.

The discussion focuses on the illegal market, identified as the biggest threat to Portuguese businesses, consumers, and the state. Studies show that over 40% of Portuguese consumers gamble on unlicensed betting platforms.

Although Portugal’s taxation model is progressive, a complete overhaul could risk doing more harm than good. Bernardo argues that Portugal could become a “flag bearer” for the industry in Europe if the right balance is struck among all stakeholders.

Bernardo will also be moderating the “Portugal: Smooth Sailing or Danger Ahead?” panel at this year’s SBC Summit in Lisbon, where he will explore the country’s iCasino growth, the contraction of sports betting, and broader market dynamics , including the ongoing challenge of unsafe gambling.

Could there be a backlash looming on the horizon for Portuguese operators??

Want to know more? Book your tickets now at sbcevents.com

Host: Fernando Noodt Molins
Guest: Bernardo Oliveira Neves
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonald

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In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by Optimove, SBC Media Managing Editor Jessica Welman is joined by International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL) President and Jones Walker partner Marc Dunbar and they tackle the legal mess that is Kalshi sports contracts.

Dunbar gives his tips on which courts to pay attention to and offers an idea of just how long this legal battle is going to stretch on. With four active court cases and two of those in the appeals courts, there is a lot to break down, but Dunbar clears the signal from the noise and offers his insight on what judges will focus on and why the PASPA repeal is a good case to use to benchmark expectations.

Host: Jessica Welman

Guests: Marc Dunbar

Producer: Anaya McDonald

Editor: Anaya McDonald

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Article Links
https://sbcamericas.com/2025/08/03/kalshi-injunction-maryland-loss/
https://sbcamericas.com/2025/08/01/maryland-sport-contract-ruling-kalshi/

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by Optimove, Fernando Noodt Molins, Media Manager at SBC, is joined by Damian Martinez, Business Journalist at SBC Noticias, and Tom Nightingale, Senior Business Journalist at Canadian Gaming Business/SBC Americas, to unpack the growing debate around gambling advertising and promotional restrictions.

The conversation focuses on Spain’s latest push to reintroduce limits on welcome bonuses, despite a previous Supreme Court ruling overturning similar measures.

The trio discuss whether these restrictions are truly aimed at player protection or driven more by political motives, especially given the industry's significant investment in marketing.

They also explore how other regions, particularly across the Americas, are approaching similar issues, and what these developments could mean for the future of iGaming marketing strategies.

Tune in to hear expert insights on the evolving world of gambling advertising, the clash between regulation and marketing, and what the future holds for iGaming across the globe. Whether you’re in the industry or just curious about the impact of these changes, this episode is a must-listen.

Host: Fernando Noodt Molins

Guests: Tom Nightingale & Damian Martinez

Producer: Anaya McDonald

Editor: Anaya McDonald

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In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by Optimove, Fernando Noodt Molins, Media Manager for SBC, is joined by Insider Sport business journalist Kieran O'Connor, and iGaming Expert's Christian Lee, as they dissect the Premier League’s landmark ban on front-of-shirt gambling sponsorships, set to take effect from the 2026/27 season. This self-imposed restriction by clubs aims to pre-empt stricter government legislation.

The guys discuss how gambling brands might adapt their strategies, explore the economic impact on clubs, and debate if other sectors like fintech and crypto will fill the void left by betting brands, who often paid above fair market value.

The discussion also covers the broader European context, where gambling sponsorship remains significant, and questions the effectiveness of domestic bans when international competitions still feature betting sponsors.  Finally, Christian and Kieran touch on the unlikely adoption of similar bans in other sports due to smaller market sizes, and the creative ways UK football teams will continue their partnerships by shifting sponsorships to other kit areas.

Let iGaming Daily guide you through football's evolving commercial landscape!

Host: Fernando Noodt Molins

Guests: Christian Lee, Kieran O'Connor

Producer: Anaya McDonald

Editor: Anaya McDonald

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Links to articles:
https://igamingexpert.com/news/affiliates/parimatch-leeds-united-new-sponsorship-era/
https://insidersport.com/2025/05/16/premier-league-clubs-betting-sponsor/