HIPTHER Talks

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Endorphina Podcast , we sit down with Andrey Oleshko, Product Owner at Endorphina , to explore how one of the industry's most recognizable slot studios continues evolving after more than 13 years in iGaming . From the studio’s early identity to its newest mechanic-driven releases, Andrey shares insights into how Endorphina balances classic slot design w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the HIPTHER Talks Podcast , host Zoltan Tundik speaks with Andy Phillips, Chief Business Development Officer at Sporting Risk , about how data, predictive modeling, and product innovation are reshaping modern sports betting. With nearly two decades of experience across sports data, betting technology, and financial markets — including roles at Genius Sports and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the HIPTHER Talks Podcast , we sit down with Caroline Björkman, Head of Sales at Cubeia , to explore the company’s next phase of international growth and product innovation. Caroline shares insights from her transition into Cubeia and how her previous experience at Symplify shaped her approach to strategic partnerships, lead generation, and commercial scaling. W...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of HIPTHER Talks Podcast , we sit down with Vitalii Semeniuk , Esports Product Growth Partner at BETER , to unpack one of the most misunderstood — and fastest-growing — verticals in modern sportsbooks: eLeagues . Vitalii shares his journey from early esports (since 2011) to initial skepticism about fast esports formats — and the performance data that changed his mi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of HIPTHER Talks Podcast , we sit down with Christoffer Feldt-Sørensen , Chief Sales Officer at Symplify , to unpack what modern iGaming growth really looks like. From AI-powered CRM and real-time data (“speed of play,” anyone?) to KYC, responsible gaming, and hyper-granular player segmentation, Christoffer shares practical insights from two decades of scaling tech...

Send us Fan Mail  What if AI could remember , empathize , and actually help players?  In this powerful Season 5 premiere of HIPTHER Talks, Zoltan Tundik sits down with Chaim Heber , Founder & CEO of Cevro AI , to explore how artificial intelligence is evolving far beyond automation — and becoming a true driver of empathy, trust, and hyper-personalized engagement in the iGaming industry. From r...

Send us Fan Mail With FIFA 2026 on the horizon, now is the time for casino operators to get serious about integrated sports betting strategies . In this special episode, moderated by Zoltan , we sit down with Iren Kuznietsova , Head of Business Operations at SOFTSWISS Sportsbook , to explore a practical roadmap for maximizing engagement, retention, and revenue during one of the world’s biggest spo...

Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode, Andreea Dobre, CIA, CRMA , and Head of Internal Audit at Greentube GmbH , takes us deep into the “grey zones” of the Three Lines of Defense model — where risk management, internal audit, and operational roles intersect. Through practical case-based examples and actionable tools, Andreea explores how organizations can better align these functions, resolv...

Send us Fan Mail Hosted by Andy Blackburn (GameOn) | Featuring Lee McFarland & Jeremy Coleman In this powerful Movember special edition , Zoltan hands over the mic to Andy Blackburn of GameOn for a raw, honest, and deeply personal conversation with Lee McFarland and Jeremy Coleman . This isn’t your usual industry chat. It’s a brave dive into the real stuff — mental health, vulnerability, resil...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive deep into the iGaming Trends Report by SOFTSWISS — one of the industry's most downloaded and talked-about data-driven resources. With over 13,000 downloads and 100+ pages of insights, the 2025 edition has become a benchmark for professionals navigating the ever-evolving world of iGaming. Our guest, Nikita Keino , shares the story behind the report&apo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of HIPTHER Talks , we sit down with Dan Shannon , a seasoned iGaming expert with over 14 years in the industry, to explore the evolving dynamics of white-label gaming, player behavior, and sustainable growth in regulated markets. From starting out in affiliate marketing to leading operator-side strategy, Dan shares how his unique cross-industry perspective has shap...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of HIPTHER Talks , we sit down with Tatyana Kaminskaya , Head of the award-winning SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator , to explore the story behind one of the most transformative products in the iGaming industry. Now celebrating its 10th anniversary , the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator has grown from an ambitious idea into the largest content hub in iGaming , powering ca...

Send us Fan Mail The iGaming industry is evolving fast. Acquisition alone no longer guarantees growth, and operators are under pressure to keep players engaged and loyal. Jackpots have moved from being a flashy add-on to becoming one of the most important engagement and retention tools in the market. In this episode, we talk with Amir Kiabi, Head of Sales at SOFTSWISS, about the shift in iGaming w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Alex Pratt , Managing Director of Clarion Gaming — the powerhouse behind industry-defining events like ICE , iGB Affiliate , and iGB Live . Our conversation goes beyond the headlines and press releases. We rewind to 2008, to a Budapest affiliate conference where our paths first crossed — a pivotal moment that set both of us on our journeys through...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Uliana Soroka, Team Lead of Talent Acquisition at RedCore , to unpack the do’s and don’ts of CV writing. From overlooked details that can sink an application to the strategies that make a CV shine, Uliana shares her front-line insights from years of reviewing resumes.   We cover:  ✅ The 3 most common mistakes candidates make in their CVs  ✅ Red...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Zoltan Tundik interviews Victoria Grigorenko, CEO of Playa, discussing the transformative role of AI-powered personalization in the iGaming industry. Victoria shares her journey from McKinsey to founding Playa, emphasizing the need for hyper-personalization in iGaming. The conversation explores how AI can enhance player experiences, the importance of balancing per...

Send us Fan Mail From casual pub meetups in London to stadium-sized events and global charity matches, Rasmus Sojmark has redefined what it means to connect an industry. In this episode, we dive into the vision, grit, and game-changing moments that built SBC into “The Greatest Show in Gaming” — and explore how one man turned networking into a global movement.  Subscribe to the most popular podcast...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Harpo Lilja, founder of Tugi Tark — a groundbreaking platform redefining customer support in the iGaming industry. With over a decade of experience running a support outsourcing company and partnerships with more than 100 gaming brands, Harpo saw a critical gap in how support could scale, adapt, and actually drive growth.  Subscribe to the most po...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, GR8 Tech CTO Edward Smyshliayev breaks down how AI is truly transforming the iGaming experience — not with hype, but with hands-on tools, smarter personalization, and real-time fraud prevention. From AI-powered CRM and bet suggestions to what comes after LLMs, we dive into the tech, the ethics, and the future. Spoiler: it's not about replacing humans — it&apo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of HIPTHER Talks, we sit down with Vadim Rozov, CEO of Simplify Labs, the team behind some of the most regulation-ready crypto platforms in Europe. From MiCA compliance to Telegram trading bots, Vadim walks us through what it really takes to build secure, scalable, and legal crypto infrastructure in a fast-evolving ecosystem. We talk about the most common mistakes...

Send us Fan Mail From Prague to New Jersey and LATAM, Martin Lycka has seen it all. In this episode, we dive into the cultural and regulatory twists of global gaming law with Entain’s SVP for American Regulatory Affairs and Responsible Gambling. Martin shares insights on U.S. vs. EU legal frameworks, the evolving LATAM market, esports regulation, and what it really takes to lead responsibly in tod...

Send us Fan Mail Illegal gambling, influencer loopholes, and the legal blind spots no one wants to talk about. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Justyna Grusza-Głębicka , one of the sharpest minds in gambling law, to unpack the challenges of regulation in Poland — from state monopolies and social media risks to why only 38% of players can spot a legal site. It’s candid, complex, and packed wit...

Send us Fan Mail Cybersecurity isn’t just IT’s problem anymore—it's everyone’s business. In this episode, we’re joined by Martin Stoefler , Co-Founder of OSM Solutions, to unpack why the human element is just as critical as the tech in today’s security landscape. From building tailored defense strategies to translating Capture The Flag training into real-world protection, Martin shares insigh...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s guest isn’t just shaping the future, he helped rewrite the rules of the game. Literally. Joining me is Bill Pascrell III, lobbyist, strategist, policy warrior, and one of the most influential voices behind the legalization of sports betting in the United States. If you've followed the rise of iGaming, sports betting, or the political chess match that is U.S. gaming re...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Zoltan talks with Rene Perkins, Founder & CEO of CityMaaS , who is making the digital world more inclusive one click at a time… and Jessica Maier , Co-Founder of EGARA - legal powerhouse helping gambling operators prepare for the European Accessibility Act — before it bites. Today, we’re talking accessibility — not just as a nice-to-have, but as a legal, opera...