iGaming Daily

Another chance to hear the second episode of Dear CEO, a limited series by iGaming Daily, where Charlie Horner and Jovana Popovic Canaki, dive deep into the latest trends shaping the iGaming industry.

The duo explore the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the sector, highlighting how smaller operators can leverage data-driven decisions to stay competitive.

The conversation also touches on the critical elements of player experience, including personalisation, localisation, innovation, and retention, offering actionable insights for enhancing engagement and loyalty.

To wrap up, Charlie and Jovana tackle a quickfire round on industry buzzwords, stressing the importance of meaningful implementation over superficial adoption.

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Another chance to hear the first episode of iGaming Daily’s limited series, Dear CEO. In collaboration with iGP. 

This monthly podcast feature, fronted by SBC’s Media Manager, Charlie Horner, and iGP’s CEO, Jovana Popovic Canaki, will tackle some of the biggest topics facing operators within the iGaming space and answers the key questions that keep the operator community worrying about on a regular basis.

The first episode will see Jovana and Charlie tackle the topic of market dynamics and how to navigate certain hurdles when operating in certain jurisdictions. 

The duo discuss the importance of platform selection for operators, emphasising it as a crucial step in bringing a brand's vision to life.The conversation explores how platforms and partners can work together to deliver localised solutions, stressing the importance of a unified approach rather than a client-supplier dynamic.

Jovana and Charlie also delve into the impact of product exclusivity, noting it can both stagnate the market and drive innovation. 

Finally, the two touch upon iGP’s approach to innovation, which focuses on internal brainstorming rather than mimicking competitors. 

Host: Charlie Horner
Guest: Jovana Popovic Canaki
Producer: James Ross
Editor: James Ross

Although it appears the winds of change are blowing in three different states, it's not easy to tell if this is the calm before the storm, or simply a storm in a teacup. Luckily, Jessica Welman returns to hosting duties for today's episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by Optimove, and she's joined by Charlie Horner, who will make it a breeze for you to understand what's going on in tornado alley.

In Kansas news broke that sports betting in the state could be blowing towards an uncertain future after they overturned the governor’s veto and voted to prevent the state from extending the state’s six sportsbook licenses before 2026-27. While in Nebraska, progress has been made legislature has taken one small step towards allowing the state’s residents to vote on legalizing online sports betting.

While neither story is likely to go like the wind, Jess and Charlie will give you the update and the lowdown, including touching on federal funding, what's going on in Hawaii, what exactly 'unicameral' even means, as well as an update on Hawaii, and some interesting updates on what Charlie has been working on lately. 

Host: Jessica Welman
Guest: Charlie Horner
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Scott Fulton

Some additional reading from SBC Americas on Kansas and Nebraska.

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A quick two-stop tour in Europe is in order today for iGaming Daily, sponsored by Optimove, as Ted Orme-Claye assumes hosting duties and is joined by iGaming Expert Editor Joe Streeter to discuss a story he broke on iGX yesterday regarding Entain's Ladbrokes brand in Belgium. The European Commission sided in favour of Entain to put to bed a near five-year court case on whether the arrangement breached Article 107(1) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (‘TFEU’), which focuses on state aid.

Elsewhere in sunny(ish) Gibraltar, an arrest warrant has been issues to former Mansion CEO Karel Manasco who stands accused of embezzling well over 2 million euros from the company. Manasco is arguing bias against him in the case, and failed to attend his arranged sentencing for contempt of court on Wednesday 9 April. Joe steps into the host's chair for the second half, and helps Ted get to the bottom of this one.

To round it off, Joe gets Ted's opinion on Gary Vaynerchuk and Katy Perry, very rarely seen together in the same sentence but that's just part of the charm of iGaming Daily!

Host: Ted Orme-Claye
Guest: Joe Streeter
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Scott Fulton

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In a time of great regulatory change, Deal Me Out have warned authorities and stakeholders of the encroachment of the black market in UK gambling. And this is the topic of today's episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by Optimove, as our panel discusses why consumers of a safe and regulated market, might choose to play with illegal operators.

SBC News Senior Journalist Viktor Kayed is asking the questions to Editor-at-large Ted Menmuir, and SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye to discuss what Deal Me Out are highlighting, why the report has caught the industry's attention, the pathways to the black market, what it tells us about players who choose illegal websites and much more.

Host: Viktor Kayed
Guest: Ted Menmuir, Ted Orme-Claye
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Scott Fulton

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Is link building dead? Or is it still a viable strategy? Ivana Flynn returns to iGaming Daily, sponsored by Optimove, with her team of zombies, two of the foremost experts in link building to answer just that.

After hearing that SEO, and many of its elements are dead for many years now, Ivana, Nimrod and Tamara get into this topic and discuss the state of off-page SEO in the SEO space, whether its still relevant, or possibly even more relevant than ever, whether brands have lost their way with off-page SEO and much more.

The trio also discuss link-building philosophy, what a good link-building strategy looks like, the difference AI has made to off-page SEO, and share some incredible insight on link-building in 2025.

Host: Ivana Flynn
Guest: Nimrod Horwitz, Tamara Novitovic
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Scott Fulton

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In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, iGaming Expert's Editor, Joe Streeter, is joined by SBC News' Editor, Ted Orme-Claye, to unpack the serious allegations leveled against Entain by Australia’s financial watchdog, Austrac, over possible failures in its anti-money laundering practices.

The two explore the findings of the report, Entain’s regulatory track record, and what this means for the company’s future. The duo also zooms out to examine Australia’s broader regulatory environment, before shifting gears to discuss Flutter’s latest acquisition move in Italy — a sign of the fast-changing global iGaming landscape.

To read more about the topic's discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:

- https://igamingexpert.com/regions/asia/entain-austrac-aml-allegations/
- https://igamingexpert.com/regions/europe/flutter-snaitech-confirmation/

Host: Joe Streeter
Guest: Ted Orme-Claye
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: James Ross

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In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Jessica Welman sits down with Jonathan D. Cohen, author of 'Losing Big', to unpack the explosive growth of sports betting in the U.S.

Both Jessica and Jonathan dive into how legislation—especially Colorado’s distinctive approach—paved the way for rapid expansion, and why that growth comes with serious concerns.

From the rise of iGaming and prediction markets to the industry's struggle with self-regulation, Cohen makes a compelling case for stronger oversight and a renewed focus on responsible gambling.

Host: Jessica Welman
Guest: Jonathan D. Cohen
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: James Ross

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In the latest episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, the two Ted's return return as Ted Menmuir and Ted Orme-Claye, explore the evolving landscape of the UK’s gambling review, focusing on the growing push from local councils for greater authority over gambling venues and advertising.

The duo unpack the rising involvement of local governments, the power dynamics at play between councils and the gambling industry, and the key reforms councils are calling for. With an emphasis on localised solutions and inclusive stakeholder engagement, this conversation sheds light on why community voices are crucial in shaping the future of gambling regulation in the UK.

To find out more on the topics discussed on today's episode, click on the following link:

- https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2025/04/04/local-councls-gambling/

Host: Ted Menmuir
Guest: Ted Orme-Claye
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: James Ross

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In this episode of iGaming Daily, Jessica Welman and Charlie Horner unpack the recent lawsuit filed by Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott against DraftKings and FanDuel.

The duo dives into the heart of the allegations—claims that the operators are targeting vulnerable individuals with gambling problems—and explores the broader implications for the industry.

From media scrutiny to the role of VIP programs and the future of responsible gambling, it's a timely conversation on the changes the sector may need to face.

To read more on the topic discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:

- https://sbcamericas.com/2025/04/03/baltimore-fanduel-draftkings-lawsuit/

Host: Jessica Welman
Guest: Charlie Horner
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: James Ross

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