Revpanda LIVE

Can operators improve payment approvals in Africa and LATAM without losing players to failed transactions? In this episode of Revpanda LIVE, Olexiy Ternovy, COO at FLEXIFAI, joins Faruk Aydin to discuss how FLEXIFAI reached payment approval rates of up to 90% in emerging markets by combining real-world AI routing with local, on-the-ground teams. Key takeaways: Why managing Africa and LATAM from Eu...

🎙️ Are payment issues hurting retention and reducing player lifetime value? In this episode of Revpanda LIVE, Faruk Aydin talks to Ivan Sharov, CEO at Crassula, and Vlad Maltsev, CCO at WhiteBIT, about how operators can overcome banking limitations, improve payment performance, and use crypto infrastructure to create a smoother player experience. Key takeaways: Why high decline rates, slow payouts...

The 2026 World Cup is shaping up to be one of the biggest traffic battles iGaming affiliates have ever faced. ⚽ With 48 teams, North America in focus, and AI-generated content flooding the SERPs, the old affiliate playbook is quickly losing relevance. John Wright, Co-Founder at StatsDrone; Fraser Bricknell, Founder at Tipman Group; and Marcin Kumiega, Business Development Director at Voluum, join...

The 2026 World Cup is a massive operational milestone. ⚽ With the move to 48 teams, the challenge for operators has shifted—it’s no longer just about being live, but about being optimal under unprecedented global demand. Paula Murphy, Head of Commercial at Mindway AI; Gareth Crook, SVP of Sports at Pragmatic Play; and Kiryl Liudvikevich, Head of Product at Tonybet, joined us to discuss how to tur...

World Cup 2026 is the biggest commercial opportunity in iGaming this year, but what actually separates the operators who win from those who just barely survive? Giovanni Bertoli, Co-Founder & CEO at WSF Odds, Ivan Shumilov, Regional Head of Sales for Asia at EvenBet Gaming and Pitileac Mihai-Gavril, CCO at Oddsgate, joined Faruk Aydin to explore  how operators can turn World Cup traffic into l...

🎙️ Fake games are no longer glitchy knock-offs. They are pixel-perfect, AI-generated counterfeits that steal revenue and damage player trust. 🛡️ In this episode of Revpanda LIVE, James Elliott, Founder of Gamecheck, joins Faruk Aydin to discuss how operators can protect their brands from fake games, what Gamecheck does to verify platforms, and how its seal helps build player trust. Key takeaways:...

As the World Cup approaches, preparation becomes the real competitive advantage. ⚽ Roger Redfearn-Tyrzyk, CCO at Shufti, Vitalii Semeniuk, Esports Product Growth Partner at BETER, and Oliver De Bono, Founder at Quantum Gaming, joined Faruk Aydin to discuss what iGaming operators should focus on to stay ahead during the biggest football tournament. Key takeaways: Neutralise AI deepfake attacks and...

Are you spending more time managing affiliate dashboards than growing your business? In this episode of Revpanda LIVE, Faruk Aydin talks to Vlad Bondarenko, Head of Product at ReferOn, about how modern affiliate platforms solve this problem — giving managers clarity, speed, and intelligent tools so they can focus on relationships and growth. Key takeaways: • How “Lazy Intelligence” frees managers...

What’s behind the shift from simple content accumulation towards smarter curation? In this episode of Revpanda LIVE, Faruk Aydin sits down with Jordi Sendra, CEO at Alea, to explore the evolution of player behaviour, identify “sleeper” markets in LATAM and Africa, and discuss how tools like their new Jackpot Engine are redefining player loyalty. What’s on the agenda? • Beating Content Fatigue: Why...

How are the smartest affiliates adapting to new regulations and scaling traffic in 2026? In this episode of Revpanda LIVE, Faruk Aydin sits down with Oleksandr Hloza, Team Lead Affiliate at PIN-UP Partners, to discuss how top affiliates are diversifying their traffic strategies and reallocating budgets back to premium markets. Key takeaways: • Balancing the right GEO ratio for fast cash-flow marke...

The Poker Lobby isn't going anywhere. But now, players have a choice. In this episode, Faruk Aydin sits down with Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO of EvenBet Gaming, to discuss how offering an "instant play" mode alongside the classic lobby can help operators capture a completely new audience of casino players without alienating the core poker community. What's on the agenda? • How “One...

The UK tax hike is brutal. Anjouan is under fire. Now what? 🎙️ In this episode of Revpanda LIVE , recorded directly from the expo floor at ICE Barcelona , we discuss how regulatory shifts, tax updates, and stricter oversight are reshaping the rules for operators. Hosted by Faruk Aydin , this conversation brings together two industry experts helping global operators navigate increasing complexity:...

Is the “Crypto Casino Gold Rush” officially over? In this episode of Revpanda LIVE, recorded right on the expo floor during ICE Barcelona , we break down why the “easy mode” in Crypto iGaming is turned off for 2026. The new winners are building Trust , Community , and verifiable on-chain value. Revpanda LIVE host Faruk Aydin is joined by two industry veterans to reveal the new operator playbook: M...

Is your iGaming digital marketing strategy built for 2026, or are you leaving revenue on the table? In this episode of Revpanda LIVE, Faruk Aydin joined by Anastasiia Khegai , Sales Team Lead at mr. Booster , to discuss the future of the iGaming market . As competition intensifies, Anastasiia shares expert insights on how brands should approach marketing budgets , player acquisition costs , and re...

What will shape the next phase of iGaming — content, technology, or player behaviour? In this Revpanda LIVE episode, Yahale Meltzer, CEO at Groove, joins Faruk Aydin to discuss the ideas and innovations shaping the industry’s direction. For more insights, visit revpanda.com . Learn more on Groove: https://groovetech.com Revpanda LIVE is brought to you by Whitelabels.io, together with our Global Ro...

What makes an advertiser–affiliate partnership genuinely work? Join Faruk Aydin in conversation with  Daniil Borisov, Senior Business Development Manager at Riddick’s Partners, as they discuss why transparency is becoming the driving force behind stronger performance. For more insights, visit ⁠revpanda.com⁠ . Learn more on Riddick's Partners: https://riddickspartners.com Revpanda LIVE is broug...

Could online poker be the long-term retention tool operators are overlooking? Join Faruk Aydin in conversation with Ivan Shumilov, Regional Head of Sales for Asia at EvenBet Gaming, as they explore how poker is evolving within the modern iGaming space. For more insights, visit ⁠ revpanda.com ⁠. Learn more on EvenBet Gaming: https://evenbetgaming.com Revpanda LIVE is brought to you by Vegas Legends...

How are iGaming brands in Brazil adapting to new regulations? 🇧🇷 Join Faruk Aydin and Tiago Almeida, Founder & CEO at Oddsgate, as they discuss what the future holds for one of the most exciting markets in our industry. For more insights, visit ⁠ revpanda.com⁠. Revpanda LIVE is brought to you by Oddsgate: https://oddsgate.com⁠

Get ready to discover the blueprint for maximising player LTV and staying ahead of the competition. 🎯 Join Faruk Aydin and his guests, Dima Mariievskyi, Head of Growe Partners, and Marcin Kumięga, Business Development Director at Voluum, as they share expert insights on the advanced tracking methods powering success in iGaming affiliation. For more insights, visit ⁠ revpanda.com⁠ . Learn more on...

Can crypto really solve iGaming’s toughest payment challenges? Join Faruk Aydin in conversation with Metodi Kaydamov, CCO of Finrax, as they explore how digital finance is transforming the iGaming industry. For more insights, visit ⁠ revpanda.com⁠. Learn more about Finrax: https://finrax.com/ Revpanda LIVE is brought to you by Oddsgate: https://oddsgate.com

What does it take to create a game that captures millions of players worldwide? Join Faruk Aydin in conversation with Marina Ostrovtsova, CEO of BGaming, as they discuss creativity, leadership, and the future of iGaming. Marina Ostrovtsova shares the story behind Aviamasters™, insights on identifying trends before they go mainstream, and how BGaming continues to lead with innovation and bold ideas...

Poker is making a comeback, and this time, it’s digital. Join Faruk Aydin in conversation with Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO of EvenBet Gaming, as they explore the future of online poker in the evolving iGaming world. From gamification and private tables to engaging Gen Z players, discover how innovation is reshaping poker’s role in modern entertainment. For more insights, visit ⁠ revpanda.com⁠. Learn...

The world’s #1 joins Revpanda LIVE! Chess Legend and BETBY’s Global Brand Ambassador, Magnus Carlsen, sits down for an exclusive conversation about his esports journey, the role of AI in chess, the future of the game, and his mission to inspire the next generation. For more insights, visit revpanda.com .

How can you make better use of your data to strengthen acquisition, retention, and engagement for your players? Wojtek Sznapka, CEO & Co-Founder of Gamblitude, explores this question and discusses the future of iGaming analytics. For more insights, visit revpanda.com Hosted by Faruk Aydin, Revpanda LIVE is brought to you by PIN-UP Partners

Ready to win in the U.S. iGaming market? Bill Pascrell III, aka “BP3,” reveals what it takes to succeed in America’s complex regulatory landscape. From European missteps to building a gold-standard responsible gaming model, this episode delivers sharp insights for operators, compliance leads, and market newcomers. For more insights, visit revpanda.com . Hosted by Faruk Aydin, Revpanda LIVE is brou...