Discover how Italy’s new iGaming regulations are reshaping the market in this episode of the SiGMA podcast, which focuses on the Italian market. This episode explores licensing changes, rising entry costs, cultural gaming habits, and opportunities for suppliers in a tighter market.

Host: Trevor De Giorgio, Regulatory and Compliance Specialist
Guests: Fabio De Martino, Account Manager, RubyPlay

Read the full article: https://sigma.world/news/watch-how-will-italys-new-igaming-regulations-reshape-the-market/

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This episode dives into the new chapter of John Arne Riise’s career. He shares how his time in football shaped his approach to poker, the excitement of joining the community, and what it means to compete at the SiGMA Poker Tour during the Euro-Med Summit 2025 in Malta.

Host: Ivonne Montealegre, SiGMA Poker Tour Operations Manager
Guests: John Arne Riise, Liverpool legend

Check out the full article for a further breakdown: https://sigma.world/news/watch-can-lessons-from-football-shape-success-in-poker/

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In this SiGMA podcast, Trevor De Giogio interviews Stefano Sbordoni, Managing Partner of Sbordoni & Partners, on the sweeping reforms to Italy’s gaming concessions. The discussion explores new compliance measures, responsible gaming requirements, the end of white-labelling, and the evolving debate surrounding sports sponsorship.

Host: Trevor De Giogio, Regulatory and Compliance SpecialistGuests: Stefano Sbordoni, Managing Partner of Sbordoni & Partners

Discover more insights: https://sigma.world/news/watch-stefano-sbordoni-on-gaming-concessions-in-italy/

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Italy is no longer an emerging gambling market—it’s entering a new era of maturity, regulation, and high stakes. This episode explores rising license costs, the growing role of retail points in a restricted advertising environment, the crackdown on multiple websites under one license, and the full rollout of new rules by 2026, highlighting what operators, regulators, and investors need to know.

Host: Trevor De Giorgio, Regulatory and Compliance Specialist
Guests: Giulio Coraggio, Partner at DLA Piper

Read the full article: https://sigma.world/news/what-is-happening-inside-italys-betting-reform/

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This episode examines the personal liability risks gaming executives face for money laundering, financial crime, and compliance failures. It covers how negligence can lead to fines or imprisonment, the heightened risks in cross-border operations, and best practices for protecting yourself through robust compliance measures.

Host: Dr. Franklin Cachia, Head of Legal at BDO Malta
Guests: Dr Stefano Filletti, Senior Managing Partner, Filletti & Filletti Advocates

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In this episode of Poker Face, Ivonne Montealegre sits down with Julien Liarte, Business Development Manager at Flutter Entertainment plc., to discuss what goes on behind the scenes of major live poker events like the European Poker Tour (EPT), the return of EPT Malta, and the growing role of women in poker. He also shares insights on charity work, event logistics, and how poker players can transition into the iGaming industry.

Host: Ivonne Montealegre, SiGMA Poker Tour Operations Manager
Guests: Julien Liarte, Business Development Manager at Flutter Entertainment plc.

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This episode of Decoding Gaming Law, Dr. Franklin Cachia features an in-depth discussion with Charles Mizzi on the evolution of gaming regulation. Charles shares how the MGA has shifted focus from rapid growth to sustainable quality, embracing innovation like AI and blockchain while maintaining robust compliance standards. The conversation highlights MGA’s collaborative work with global regulators, the proactive compliance culture emerging post-FATF grey list, and how the regulator balances business-friendliness with accountability.

Host: Dr. Franklin Cachia, Head of Legal at BDO Malta
Guests: Charles Mizzi, CEO of the Malta Gaming Authority

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This episode explores Malta’s rise as a poker hub, the impact of the iGaming industry, and the return of PokerStars. It delves into the island’s unique poker culture, major live events, charity initiatives, industry challenges, and advice for new players. The discussion features insights from a key entrepreneur behind Malta’s live poker scene.

Host: Ivonne Montealegre, SiGMA Poker Tour Operations Manager
Guests: Antoine Degiorgio, Founder of the Malta Poker Fish community

Check out the full article for a further breakdown: https://sigma.world/news/watch-can-lessons-from-football-shape-success-in-poker/

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In the latest episode of the SiGMA Poker Face podcast, Ivonne Montealegre speaks with Dmitry Starostenkov, on key developments in the online poker industry. They discuss effective player retention strategies, including the use of daily bonuses and engagement incentives to reduce bonus abuse.

Starostenkov provides insights into EvenBet’s strong market position in Asia, particularly in India, and examines evolving player expectations that blend competitive gameplay with enhanced social interaction and entertainment.

Host: Ivonne Montealegre, SiGMA Poker Tour Operations Manager
Guests: Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO of EvenBet Gaming

Connect with the iGaming community: ⁠https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld⁠

In this edition of SiGMA Poker Face, brought to you by EvenBet Gaming, Ivonne Montealegre sits down with one of the most influential and respected voices in the poker industry, Rebecca McAdam Willetts.

She shares her journey from casual home games to becoming a leading advocate for women in poker, promoting inclusivity and responsible representation. Rebecca also reflects on her recent induction into the Women in Poker Hall of Fame, the challenges of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, and how poker's lessons in resilience and risk-taking translate beyond the table.

Host: Ivonne Montealegre, SiGMA Poker Tour Operations Manager
Guests: Rebecca McAdam Willetts, Founder, QueenBHive

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