iGaming Daily

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 que...

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...

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 wha...

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 p...

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 counc...

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 progra...

In this episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, host Fernando Noodt has a jampacked roster of guests to kickstart the week as Lucía Gando and new team member Damian Martinez join to explore the latest shifts in Latin America's iGaming scene. They break down a major Supreme Court ruling impacting casinos in Argentina and discuss the buzz around Steve Aoki's upcoming performance at SBC...

iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, rounds up the week by looking into a joint investigation by Insider Sport and iGaming Expert, which revealed Tom Brady’s Birmingham City FC partner, God55, to be misleading consumers over claims it holds a Maltese Gaming Authority (MGA) licence. The partnership, announced on 14 March, named God55 as the English Football League club’s official Asian betting par...

In Thursday's episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, Jessica Welman and Charlie Horner, explore the evolving landscape of event contracts in gaming, particularly within the sports betting sector. Both break down recent regulatory challenges, including cease and desist orders issued by states like Nevada and New Jersey against platforms like Kalshi for offering event contracts on spo...

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, the two Ted's return to dive into the complex relationship between local politics and gambling advertising in the UK. Both Ted Menmuir and Ted Orme-Claye's conversation centres on Sadiq Khan’s unfulfilled promise to ban gambling ads on Transport for London and what it reveals about the power—and limitations—of local government in sha...

In the latest episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, SBC's Multimedia Editor, James Ross, is joined by the two Ted's - Ted Menmuir and Ted Orme-Claye, to take an in-depth look at the UK Gambling Commission’s recently announced changes to bonus regulations and what they mean for the future of the gambling industry.  The trio examine the technical aspects of the new rules, unpacking how th...

In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Callum Williams sits down with Ezichim Onweagba Head of Global Partnerships at Quidax, to explore the transformative power of cryptocurrency in Africa’s financial landscape. They dive into how crypto enhances financial inclusion, the growing role of stablecoins in cross-border payments, and the evolving regulatory landscape within the bettin...

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, SBC's Managing Editor, Jessica Welman, is reunited with Charlie Horner to dive into the recent fine imposed on Resorts World Las Vegas for anti-money laundering failings. The two examine the controversy surrounding the penalty and whether it’s sufficient to drive meaningful change. The discussion also expands to the broader implications o...

In this episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, focus turns to Latin America with Brazil remaining a hot topic but also further insights from Chile.  SBC Noticias' Fernando Noodt, is joined by SBC Noticias Brasil's Ricardo Assis, and Ana Maria Menezes to look into the latest shifts in Brazil’s iGaming landscape. They break down the country’s newest regulations aimed at curbing unauth...

In the latest episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, iGaming Experts' Joe Streeter, along with Christian Lee and SBC News' Viktor Kayed, take a deep dive into the ever-evolving world of online gambling, exploring key regulatory challenges in major global markets. From Japan’s stringent gambling laws to the growing concerns over black market operations in India, the trio analyse the...

In this episode, the conversation delves into Norway’s distinct position as the last country in Europe to maintain a gambling monopoly. The hosts explore the implications of this status, especially in light of shifting regulations in neighboring Nordic countries. The discussion covers the political dynamics that shape the monopoly, the growing pressures for reform, and the potential effects on con...

In the second episode of Dear CEO, a limited series by iGaming Daily, 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...

iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, kickstarts the final week of the month by reflecting on March Madness. In this episode, SBC's Martyn Elliott is joined by SBC News' Editor, Ted Orme-Claye and SBC Americas' Tom Nightingale, to  discuss the intersection of darts and the American phenomenon of March Madness, focusing on the case of Prakash Jiwa, a darts player suspended for match-fixing. Th...

Rounding up the week, iGaming Daily heads stateside once again as Ted Menmuir steps in for SBC's Managing Editor, Jessica Welman, to look into the ongoing legal challenge in the US. The duo explore Draftkings' lawsuit with MLB regarding player image rights, highlighting the complexities of regulatory standards and market competition in the US sports betting landscape. Then, after Ted signs off the...

In this episode of iGaming Daily, we explore the rapidly evolving landscape of Brazil’s iGaming market, unpacking recent regulatory changes, challenges with municipal lotteries, and the ongoing Loterge conflict.  Joining Fernando Noodt, Senior Journalist at SBC Noticias, is Ana Maria Menezes and Elisa Marcante of SBC Noticias Brasil and Lucia Gando, Editor of SBC Noticias, dives into the legislati...

In the latest episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, Ted Menmuir, SBC's Editor-at-Large, sits down with Managing Editor, Jessica Welman and iGaming Expert's Business Journalist, Christian Lee, to delve into the legal proceedings against High Five Casino. State regulators in Connecticut are pressing more than 1,000 criminal charges against sweepstake gaming state High 5 Casino. Addit...

In the latest episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, the two Ted's return as the conversation surrounds the debate of football governance and betting sponsorship. Stemmed from the recent legislative efforts in the House of Lords, Ted Menmuir, SBC's Editor-at-Large, talk with Ted Orme-Claye, Editor at SBC News, about the complexities of the Football Governance Bill, the implications...

We kickstart the week in Latin America in today's episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, with the key focus on taxation trends across the continent. Joining Fernando Noodt, Senior Business Journalist at SBC Noticias, is Elisa Marcante, and Ana Maria Menezes of SBC Noticias Brasil, who delve into the evolving landscape of the Brazilian iGaming market, focusing on taxation, regulatory...

It's Tariff Wars on today's episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, as SBC's Managing Editor, Jessica Welman, returns, alongside Tom Nightingale, Senior Journalist at SBC Americas and Canadian Gaming Business, after his impressive debut, to look into the significant impact of Trump tariffs on the Canadian gaming industry. As part of retaliatory action amid President Donald Trump’s ec...

In the latest episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, Danny Lee and Joe Streeter of iGaming Expert, discuss the significant impact of the black market on iGaming in India. A report by the All India Gaming Federation has revealed the extent at which players in the country engage with the black market. The report detailed that unlicensed betting platforms had a total of 1.6 billion vis...