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In this episode of iGaming Daily, Fernando Noodt is joined by Ricardo Assis and Ana Maria Menezes from the SBC Noticias Brasil team to discuss the ever-evolving landscape of the Brazilian igaming and sports betting industry.On the agenda for the trio is the implications of a recent ordinance that may impose retroactive taxes on operators. They discuss the creation of the Intersecretarial Working Group (GTI Bets) and its role in monitoring tax compliance, as well as provide insights from legal experts on the constitutionality of retroactive taxes and consider the potential impact of the ordinance on both large and small operators in the region.Later on in the episode, the conversation also briefly touches on the ramifications for licenced companies of the ongoing legal battle between Rio De Janeiro’s state lottery, LOTERJ, and the federal government. To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:-  https://sbcnoticias.com/br/nova-portaria-brecha-impostos-retroativos/ - https://sbcnews.co.uk/sportsbook/2025/01/13/gti-brazil-bets-retroactive-taxes/ - https://sbcnoticias.com/br/loterj-alega-dificuldades-determinacao-stf/ Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Ricardo Assis & Anna Maria MenezesProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

The first weeks of 2025 have seen regulatory authorities in Europe outline their supervisory agendas, emphasising stricter surveillance of licences to ensure compliance with new rules.On the latest episode of iGaming Daily, Martyn Elliott is joined by Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, to review regulatory updates in the Netherlands, where regulators stressed the importance of customer care and responsible conduct. The duo also touch on the expected reaction to a potential double tax increase in the Netherlands in 2025 and 2026 which would set the tax rate at 38%.Meanwhile, after the break, Viktor Kayed, Senior Journalist for SBC News, recaps his in-depth interview with Rumen Spetsov, Director General of Bulgaria’s National Revenue Office, in which he discussed ongoing efforts to overhaul the gambling regime for both land-based and online activities.To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:- https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2025/01/09/ksa-2025-supervision-koa/ - https://sbcnews.co.uk/europe/2025/01/09/poland-eu-working-group/- https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2025/01/10/market-in-review-part-one-bulgaria-in-brief-with-rumen-spetsov/   Host: Martyn ElliottGuests: Ted Menmuir & Viktor KayedProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

Yesterday (9 January), a group of Native American tribes in California sued dozens of licensed card clubs in the state, claiming they illegally offer player-banked card games, similar to those found in Las Vegas casinos, where gamblers play against the house.On the latest episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Jessica Welman is joined by Charlie Horner, SBC’s Content Director, to explore the ongoing legal battle, its historical context, economic implications, and potential outcomes of the litigation.In the second part of the show, the duo discusses the latest legislative news from the region, including efforts by Maryland and Virginia lawmakers to introduce online casinos to their respective states.To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:-  Online Casinos to be Reconsidered by Maryland Lawmakers- Lawmaker Files Bill to Legalize Virginia Online Casinos- https://issuu.com/sbc.global/docs/affiliate_leaders_issue_2_web?fr=sZDFhZDc2MzEyNjE Host: Jessica WelmanGuest: Charlie HornerProducer: MC Killick-CalverEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

 DraftKings hit the headlines when it announced a new subscription service that offers super-boosted parlays to bettors in New York. On the latest episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Jessica Welman, Editor of SBC Americas, is joined by Ted Orme-Claye, Editor of Insider Sport, and SBC’s Media Manager, Charlie Horner, to discuss consumer reaction to the news, tax implications and the broader impact on the US sports betting market. The conversation also touches on the responsible gambling considerations of DraftKings+ and the trio considers the future of subscription models in both the US and Europe if the new service is successful.  To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:- https://sbcamericas.com/2025/01/03/draftkings-subscription-parlay-boosts/ Host: Jessica WelmanGuests: Ted Orme-Claye and Charlie HornerProducer: MC Killick-CalverEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.  

In this edition of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, and Ted Orme-Claye, Editor of Payment Expert and Insider Sport, reflect on some of the late-breaking news stories that ended 2024.They start with the NHS’ Christmas warning of “festive temptation” which led to public anxieties about problem gambling. The duo discuss the industry’s reaction to the message as the NHS takes on the forthcoming responsibilities as Chief Commissioner of the treatment of problem gambling in 2025 and touch on the tension between public health messaging and industry interests.On the agenda for the second part of the show is lottery giant Allwyn’s €330m investment in Novibet, acquiring a 51% stake in the company. The two Ted’s discuss the implications of the deal and conclude by considering the future of mergers and acquisitions in the gambling sector, emphasising a pragmatic approach amidst evolving market dynamics.To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:- https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2024/12/30/allwyn-novibet-deal-51/- https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2024/12/27/nhs-xmas-warning-2024/ Host: Ted Orme-ClayeGuests: Ted MenmuirProducer: MC Killick-CalverEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In this episode of iGaming Daily, Danny Lee, Senior Journalist for SlotBeats, is joined by the iGaming Daily’s resident darts expert and SBC News’ Senior Journalist, Jessie Sale, and Christian Lee, Business Journalist for GamblingTV, to reflect on the success of the PDC Darts World Championship. Jessie, Danny and Christian were all lucky enough to be at the event so they discuss the atmosphere at the ‘Ally-Pally’, the impact of Paddy Power’s sponsorship both at the venue and across social media and also Paddy Power’s Bigger 180 campaign, which saw for a second year running the firm donate over £1m to Prostate Cancer UK.The conversation also touches on the future of darts sponsorship and the trio consider how Paddy Power can capitalise on the success of the World Championships across the rest of the year. To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:- https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2025/01/06/paddy-power-2025dartschamps/Host: Danny LeeGuests: Jessie Sale & Christian LeeProducer: MC Killick-CalverEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

On this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Fernando Noodt is joined by Ricardo Assis, Editor of SBC Noticias Brasil, and Isadora Marcante, SBC’s Relationship Manager for Brazil, to delve into the latest from Brazil’s newly launched sports betting and online gaming market.On the agenda are the regulatory challenges posed by the ongoing dispute between Rio De Janeiro’s state regulator, Loterj, and the federal government, as well as the implications for the industry of the legal battle.The trio also discuss why industry stakeholders are concerned about the economic impact of the regulation decisions, why sponsorship deals for Brazilian sports teams are at risk due to these licensing issues and why marketing strategies for international operators must consider Brazil’s evolving legal landscape.To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:- LOTERJ recorre de decisão de André Mendonça- https://sbcnoticias.com/br/andre-mendonca-restringe-atuacao-empresas-loterj/Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Ricardo Assis & Isadora MarcanteProducer: James RossEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In this episode of the iGaming Daily podcast, James Ross, SBC's Multimedia Editor, is joined by Motti Colman, VP of Revenue at Optimove, to explore the evolution of AI and future trends in the use of the technology in igaming. Motti discusses how Optimove has been leveraging AI over the last decade, how player expectations are changing and the role of AI in enhancing player engagement and gamification.The duo also talk about how AI could be used to identify problem gambling behaviours, the potential for regulatory hurdles to hinder AI's growth in igaming and why operators must be cautious when adopting AI technologies. Host: James RossGuests: Motti ColmanProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

It may be the new year but Jessica Welman, Editor of SBC Americas, and Charlie Horner, SBC’s Media Manager, are still dwelling on an action-packed year for sports betting and online gaming in North America.Reflecting on the most significant events of 2024, the duo discuss the emergence of ‘challenger brands’ such as Fanatics and ESPN Bet, the evolving regulatory landscape and the crackdown on offshore operators and sweepstakes.The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by smaller operators in the US, the ongoing debate surrounding limiting winning players and also looks ahead to what to expect from the market in 2025. Host: Jessica WelmanGuests: Charlie HornerProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In the first episode of 2025, Fernando Noodt and Lucía Gando from the SBC Noticias team are joined by Lucía Mouriño, SBC’s VP of Relationships Latam, to reflect on an action-packed 2024 for the Latin American gaming market.On the agenda for the trio is the hotly-anticipated opening of the Brazilian sports betting and online gaming market, as well as the recent news from Argentina that its Chamber of Deputies has passed a bill that would prohibit the advertising of gambling in the country.They also talk about Peru’s regulatory changes and the challenges faced by the industry in Chile and Colombia, as well as share their expectations for 2025, focusing on the importance of responsible gaming messaging and the evolving landscape of the industry.Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Lucía Mouriño & Lucía GandoProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In just a few hours time the regulated sports betting and online gaming market will officially open in Brazil.Ahead of this seismic moment, Fernando Noodt was joined on iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, by Ricardo Assis, Editor of SBC Noticias Brasil, and SBC’s Relationship Manager for Brazil, Isadora Marcante, to reflect on the significant developments in the Brazilian market during 2024.The trio reflect on the enactment of online gaming laws by President Lula da Silva, the industry’s response to the new regulated market and regulatory challenges faced by legislators in the country. To conclude the episode, they also discuss the first edition of SBC Summit Brasil and controversies surrounding match-fixing in Brazilian football, as well as look ahead to what to expect in 2025.Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Ricardo Assis & Isadora MarcanteProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Joe Streeter, Editor of CasinoBeats, is joined by Danny Lee, Senior Journalist for CasinoBeats and SlotBeats, to reflect on an action-packed year for the igaming industry.The duo discuss significant changes in the Philippines, including the banning of POGOs, regulatory changes in the UK and Evolution's M&A activity.The conversation also touches on operators' increased interest in streaming platforms, copyright issues in slot development and looks ahead to what the sector can expect in 2025.Host: Joe StreeterGuests: Danny LeeProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

As a breakneck 2024 comes to a close, Martyn Elliott, SBC’s Project Director, is joined by SBC’s Content Director, Ted Menmuir, and Viktor Kayed, Senior Journalist for SBC News, to review the significant changes in the European gaming landscape during 2024.The conversation focuses on the UK Gambling Review and recent changes enacted by the Labour government, including the newly introduced statutory levy and stake limits, as well as notable developments in continental Europe.The trio also look ahead to what to expect in 2025 and discuss how they expect M&A activity to shape the market in 2025, the growing impact of crypto on the gambling industry and why the rise of sustainable business models is crucial for future success.Host: Martyn ElliottGuests: Ted Menmuir & Viktor KayedProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

With 2025 drawing to a close, Ted Orme-Claye, Kieran O’Connor and Callum Williams from the Insider Sport team sat down to reflect on the biggest moments and stories from the past year in sport.The trio discuss key topics such as UEFA’s Financial Fair Play Regulations, the impact of scrapping FA Cup replays on lower league football clubs and the challenges faced by French football in securing a lucrative new broadcast deal.They also highlight insightful interviews with industry leaders from AC Milan and Aston Villa, explore the growing influence of Saudi Arabia in sports, and examine the evolving landscape of streaming platforms in sports broadcasting.To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:- https://insidersport.com/2024/04/19/fa-cup-spark-fury-the-football-pyramid/- https://insidersport.com/2024/08/28/ligue-1-uk-and-ireland-streaming/- https://insidersport.com/2024/11/15/netflix-jake-paul-mike-tyson-sports/Host: Ted Orme-ClayeGuests: Callum Williams & Kieran O'ConnorProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, the show’s SEO expert, Ivana Flynn, is joined by Gentoo Media’s Head of SEO, Emilio Takas, to recap an action-packed year in SEO and look ahead to what to expect in 2025.Reflecting on 2024, the duo explore the implications of AI in content creation, how AI abuse got out of hand last year and also the rise of black hat SEO techniques.Looking towards the future, Ivana and Emilio talk about the importance of building a brand due to the development of overviews and emphasise the need for a long-term approach to SEO in the ever-evolving landscape of search engine algorithms.Host: Ivana FlynnGuest: Emilio TakasProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

Despite being just days away from the opening of Brazil’s regulated market, the dispute between the Attorney General of Brazil (AGU) and Rio De Janeiro’s State Lottery, Loterj, is still ongoing. On the latest episode of iGaming Daily, Fernando Noodt is joined by Ricardo Assis and Ana Maria Menezes from the SBC Noticias Brasil team, as well as Isadora Marcante, SBC’s Relationship Manager for Brazil, to discuss what this means for Brazil’s market and consider when it will finally be resolved.The conversation also touches on the implications of a Senate commission being under scrutiny for alleged extortion, insights from the recent SBC Digital Brasil day and the growing influence of esports on the betting markets.To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:- https://sbcnoticias.com/juego-online-brasil-fallo-favor-loterj/Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Ricardo Assis, Ana Maria Menezes & Isadora MarcanteProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

On Saturday night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia two heavyweight giants will meet again as Oleksandr Usyk defends his world titles against Tyson Fury.On the latest episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, the show’s resident boxing expert, Joe Streeter, is joined by Jonathan Smith, Founder of Sportsbook Training Services, to preview the fight and delve deeper into the world of boxing betting.The duo discuss the influence of Saudi Arabia on the sport, innovations in betting, such as bet builders, and the challenges of pricing boxing matches, especially when the fighters have fought before.The conversation also touches on the potential strategies of both Usyk and Fury, what happened in the first fight and the significance of the upcoming bout for their respective careers and legacy beyond boxing.Host: Joe StreeterGuest: Jonathan SmithProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Jessica Welman, Editor of SBC Americas, is joined by SBC’s Media Manager, Charlie Horner, to recap a contentious hearing about sports betting held by the Senate Judiciary Committee.The duo dissect the purpose of the hearing, the lack of representation from the industry at the conference and how it broke down into a heated interaction between NCAA President Charlie Baker and lawmakers about the participation of trans athletes in college sports.They also discuss the pressing issue of athlete harassment by sports bettors, the legal challenges of banning college player prop bets and consider if the hearing’s outcomes will lead to any immediate legislative action. To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:- https://sbcamericas.com/2024/12/18/senate-gambling-hearing-responses/ - https://sbcamericas.com/2024/12/17/federal-sports-betting-hearing/ Host: Jessica WelmanGuest: Charlie HornerProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Joe Streeter is joined by two of Optimove’s finest to talk about the complexities of balancing bonus generosity and profitability.Shai Frank, Senior VP of Product, and Dana Rausch, Strategic Analytics Lead, explore the challenges operators face in the competitive gaming industry, the importance of player behaviour and effective segmentation and the difference between bonus hunters and abusers.The conversation also highlights how generative AI, such as Optimove’s AI-powered marketing platform OptiGenie, can optimise bonus strategies and enhance the speed of marketing decisions.  Host: Joe StreeterGuest: Shai Frank & Dana RauschProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Martyn Elliott, SBC’s Project Director, is joined by Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, to discuss the latest developments in gambling as the industry winds down for its Christmas festivities.Earlier this week, Austrac  - Australia’s financial watchdog - announced an investigation into systemic compliance failings of Entain’s Australian subsidiaries of NEDs and Ladbrokes and the duo discuss the implications of the case for compliance in the sector and Entain’s response to the probe.The conversation then shifts to the affiliate landscape following the strategic acquisition of OddsJam by Gambling.com. Ted and Martyn highlight the challenges faced by major affiliates and consider the future of affiliates in a rapidly changing market, emphasising the need for technological integration and adaptability. To read more about what was discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:- https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2024/12/16/entain-faces-australia-setback-of-austrac-investigation-of-aml-failings/- Gambling.com fronts $160m M&A for OddsJam buyout Host: Martyn ElliottGuest: Ted MenmuirProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossRemember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.