iGaming Daily

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A daily podcast delving into the biggest stories of the day throughout the sports betting and igaming sector.

Ep 717: FDJ’s €50m Tax Hit: Can Kindred Integration Steady the Ship?
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Today at 5:00 AM

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Media Director Martyn Elliott and SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir as the trio discuss whether tax hikes and regulatory pressures have derailed FDJ’s growth story and if the Kindred acquisition is enough to restore investor confidence.

Following the 2025 results from FDJ United, CEO Stéphane Pallez openly attributed a dramatic profit decline to rising European tax burdens, while leadership changes, including the departure of Nils Anden, signal a new phase post-Kindred integration.(Read More)

With profits halved, EBITDA under press...


Ep 716: Prediction Markets, the CFTC and the Future of US Sports Betting Regulation
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Last Friday at 5:00 AM

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Americas Senior Business Journalist Tom Nightingale and SBC Americas Business Journalist Justin Byers to discuss the growing tension between federal regulators and state gaming authorities as prediction markets take centre stage in the US betting landscape following the CFTC Chair’s surprise amicus brief in the Crypto.com case and what it could mean for the future of sports-related contracts nationwide.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What prompted the CFTC Chair to file an amicus brief in the...


Ep 715: Austria vs Malta: Europe’s Gambling Legal Reckoning
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Last Thursday at 5:00 AM

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and Dr Christian Rapani, Attorney at Rechtsanwalt Law and member of the International Masters of Gaming Law, to unpack the 20 year legal conflict between Austria and Malta and what the European Court of Justice’s 2026 ruling means for player claims, cross-border enforcement, and the future of gambling regulation in Europe.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

How Austrian player claims against Malta licensed operators evolved into a Europe-wide legal battleWhat the ECJ ruling in the WU...


Ep 714: How Racing Can Win Back Younger Bettors
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Last Wednesday at 8:00 AM

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Jack Kelliher, Commercial Director of UK and Europe, and Stephen Crispe, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Racing and Sports, as the trio discuss how horse racing betting must modernise to compete with sportsbooks and casinos, the role of technology in simplifying integration, and why the sport still presents a strong commercial opportunity for operators.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

Why horse racing is losing ground to sports betting and online casinos and how the industry can regain...


Ep 713: Road to Rio: How Operators Score with World Cup Sponsorships
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Last Tuesday at 5:00 AM

SBC continues its Road to Rio series ahead of SBC Summit Rio as SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC researcher Ana Maria Menezes and guest speaker Ricardo Peixoto, Country Manager for Brazil at SofaScore. Ricardo will be speaking at this year’s SBC Summit Rio on the panel Inside the Deal: The Game Behind Sports Sponsorship as they discuss how brands, data, and fan passion collide in the world of sports marketing ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

The Football Landscape: Brazil vs. Argentina: Explore the...


Ep 712: Per Wager Tax Debate Heats Up: Illinois Repeal Talks, Michigan Plans and Arizona’s Next Move
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02/16/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Americas Senior Business Journalist Tom Nightingale as the duo discuss the growing debate around per wager taxes in US sports betting, from Illinois’ controversial move to Michigan and Arizona’s potential next steps.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What Illinois’ per wager tax actually is and what lawmakers hoped it would achieve when it was introduced last summerThe real impact the tax has had on operators and bettors in Illinois, and how sportsbooks respondedWhy some Illinois lawmakers...


Ep 711: Andrew Rhodes exits stage
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02/13/2026

In today's episode of iGaming Daily SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye and iGaming Expert Business Journalist Christian Lee as the trio discuss Andrew Rhodes’ decision to step down as Chief Executive of the UK Gambling Commission, reflecting on his “tough sheriff” tenure, the regulatory transformation under his watch, and what his departure means for the future direction of UK gambling governance.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

Why Rhodes has chosen to leave now and whether the timing signals stability or unfinished businessHow the industry has reacte...


Ep 710: Ireland’s Gambling Overhaul: What Operators Need to Know
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02/12/2026

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Editor of SBC News Ted Orme-Claye and Alan Heuston, Partner at McCann FitzGerald LLP and member of IMGL, as the trio discuss Ireland’s landmark overhaul of gambling regulation, the launch of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, and what this means for operators, players, and the wider industry.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

The Core Shift: How the new Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) will centralize regulation, replace outdated laws, and introduce a public health focus to pr...


Ep. 709 | Gamification in 2026: What Operators Get Wrong | Optimove at ICE
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02/11/2026

Gamification is one of the most powerful tools iGaming operators have to build real player loyalty, but only if it’s implemented correctly.

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Charlie Horner is joined live at ICE by Kalev Karpuk, Optimove’s Director of Gamification, to break down what’s changed in gamification, what operators still get wrong, and how new tools are making it easier to build creative, configurable loyalty mechanics at scale. 

Kalev explains why modern gamification is moving beyond “points and badges” into deeper experiences like missions, tournaments, public profiles, and...


Ep 708: Road to Rio: Are Prediction Markets Ready for Brazil?
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02/10/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, we launch a brand-new Road to Rio series, inviting guest speakers who will be taking to the stage at our upcoming SBC Summit Rio.

In our first episode, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC researcher Ana Maria Menezes and special guest Hugo Baungartner, Chief Business Officer at Grupo Esportes Gaming Brasil, who will be speaking on the panel The Tax Game: Who Plays, Pays, as the trio discuss whether Brazil’s newly regulated market is ready for prediction markets and who should really be calling the shots.


Ep 707: Is Sports Data Alone No Longer Enough? Inside Genius Sports’ Legend Bet
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02/09/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and iGaming Expert Editor Joe Streeter as the trio discuss Genius Sports’ shock acquisition of Legend, and what it reveals about the future of sportstech, media ownership, and data-driven betting ecosystems.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

Why Genius Sports’ acquisition of Legend could mark a turning point for the sportstech and sports betting data marketWhat the shift toward combining media, audience, and data means for traditional sports data licensing modelsHow valuable owned media audience...


Ep 706: Surviving the Headwinds: Betsson’s Playbook for Growth
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02/06/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC’s Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir is joined by CEO of Betsson AB Pontus Lindwall as the pair discuss Betsson’s financial resilience, navigating regulatory and tax headwinds, and the strategic outlook for M&A and growth heading into a pivotal 2026.

Stay tuned to the second half of the podcast where SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by Ted Menmuir to debrief the week’s biggest industry stories, including major M&A moves and what shifting investor sentiment means for European gaming PLCs.

Tune in to today’s episode to...


Ep 705: Duty of Care on Trial: What the Betfair Appeal Means for Operators and Players
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02/05/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, host and SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir alongside a special guest, Tamsin Blow, Partner in the Litigation and Arbitration Group at CMS and a member of the International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL), to break down the landmark Betfair Court of Appeal ruling and what it means for duty of care, player protection, and the future legal responsibilities of UK gambling operators.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

Why the UK Court of Appeal rejected the argument that operators owe...


Ep 704: Advertising, Regulation and Confidence: Inside the BGC’s Latest Research
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02/04/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye as the trio delve into the Betting and Gaming Council’s latest research on declining advertising spend, unpacking what it reveals about operator confidence, political pressure and the wider impact on the UK’s media and sports ecosystem.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What the BGC’s research actually tells us about falling marketing spend and who commissioned, funded and shaped the reportWhy a reduction in advertising may signal...


Ep 703: Inside the Illegal Gambling Taskforce: Powers, Pitfalls and Priorities
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02/03/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and iGaming Expert Editor Joe Streeter as the trio discuss the UK government’s latest crackdown on illegal gambling and what it really means for the fight against the black market.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What the new Illegal Gambling Taskforce is, how it will operate, and what powers it’s expected to haveWhether the Taskforce represents a serious escalation or another symbolic regulatory moveHow much of the UKGC’s £26m black-market budget coul...


Ep 702: Maine iCasino in Doubt? Churchill Downs Lawsuit and Prediction Markets Under the Microscope
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02/02/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Managing Editor Jessica Welman as the duo discuss the growing uncertainty around Maine’s proposed online casino market, the wider implications of prediction markets regulation in the US, and reflect on key industry moments in Jessica’s final episode as Managing Editor as she sadly departs SBC.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

Why Churchill Downs is taking the Maine regulator to court and what’s really behind the lawsuitWhether Maine’s online casino plans are now in serious j...


Ep 701: NHS Casts Cautious Eye on Gambling Risks
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01/30/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye as the trio unpack what the NHS England Health Survey reveals about gambling-related harm, stable headline metrics, and the growing pressure on public health systems to move from measurement to meaningful intervention.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What NHS England’s latest data really shows about problem gambling beyond the headline figuresWhy stable gambling harm metrics may still mask underlying public health challengesHow NHS gambling harm measurements differ...


Episode 700: How Partnerships & CRM Drive Growth in iGaming with Optimove
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01/29/2026

In Episode 700 of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt sits down with Adi Dagan, Senior Director of Partnerships at Optimove, live from the show floor at ICE Barcelona, to explore how partnerships have become a critical growth driver for iGaming businesses.

Adi explains why Optimove has shifted from a direct-sales mindset to a partnership-led strategy, focusing on building long-term relationships that deliver real commercial value for operators, platforms, and service providers. The conversation covers how Optimove works with partners across business, technology, and marketing, why retention has become the single most important metric in modern iGaming...


Ep 699: Inside Evoke’s Q4: Tax Pressure, Strategy Shifts and What Comes Next
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01/28/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye and iGaming Expert Editor Joe Streeter as the trio delve into evoke’s Q4 trading update, the market reaction, and what the operator’s strategic review could mean for the future of William Hill and its wider brand portfolio.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

Why evoke described Q4 as its strongest quarter of 2025 despite a sharp negative market reactionWhat’s driving recovery across UK online, retail, and international segments and where pressure remainsHow...


Ep 698: Brazil One Year On: Boom, Bust or Still Building?
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01/27/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and Ana Maria Menezes, recently appointed Researcher for SBC Media, to break down Brazil’s first year as a regulated iGaming market and ask whether the long-awaited hype has finally matched reality.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

How Brazil actually performed in its first year of regulated online betting and gamingWhether early revenue and participation figures justify years of global industry hypeWhat the data reveals about Brazilian player demographics and behaviourHow much tax revenue the...


Ep 697: California Seizes HHR Machines as Prediction Markets Face Legal Chaos
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01/26/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Managing Editor Jessica Welman to break down a wave of major U.S. gambling developments from California’s dramatic seizure of historical horse racing (HHR) machines to the growing legal crackdown on prediction markets.

The duo unpack the legal dispute between Santa Anita racetrack and California Attorney General Rob Bonta, examining whether HHR machines are legitimate pari-mutuel betting products or simply slot machines in disguise. They explore why state authorities moved to seize 26 machines without a warrant, what Santa Anita is argu...


Ep 696: Finland Breaks the Monopoly: What’s Next for Europe’s Gambling Markets?
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01/23/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by Editor of SBC News Ted Orme-Claye and Editor of iGaming Expert Joe Streeter as the duo discuss Finland’s newly published Gambling Act, the end of the Veikkaus monopoly, and wider regulatory shifts shaping the European gambling landscape.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What Finland’s new Gambling Act means for operators, affiliates, and consumer protectionKey dates and timelines for Finland’s market opening and licensing processWhy marketing and advertising restrictions remain one of the biggest concerns across Eur...


Ep 695: ICE Barcelona 2026: Tough Decisions, Big Signals and What Comes Next
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01/22/2026

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye as the trio join you live from the floor at ICE Barcelona 2026 to discuss the key talking points, regulatory signals and industry realities shaping iGaming in the year ahead.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

Why ICE 2026 feels like a major inflection point for operators and suppliersHow rising regulation, taxation and margin pressure are reshaping operator–supplier relationshipsWhat UK Gambling Commission Executive Director Tim Miller’s comments on Meta reveal abou...


Ep 694: iGaming Daily Live from ICE Barcelona: Betsson, Gibraltar and the Affiliate Question
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01/21/2026

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye as the trio join you live from ICE Barcelona 2026 to discuss Betsson’s mixed Q4 performance, shifting dynamics in the affiliate space, and the future of Gibraltar’s gambling framework amid mounting UK budget pressures.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What Betsson’s preliminary Q4 2025 results reveal, why the Nordics and CEECA regions slowed, and how investors have reactedHow regional revenue shifts (from Western Europe to Latin America) are resh...


Ep 693: The Black Market Conundrum: Live from ICE Barcelona 2026
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01/20/2026

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye and iGaming Expert Editor Joe Streeter as the trio join you live from the floor at ICE Barcelona 2026 to discuss the growing global crackdown on illegal gambling, emerging regulatory cooperation, and the industry’s ongoing battle with the black market.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

Why Turkey has launched one of the most aggressive anti–illegal gambling crackdowns in the world, and what it means for operators and payment providersHow the proposal for a glob...


Ep 692: Alberta Moves Forward as US Legislative Sessions Heat Up
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01/19/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC’s Managing Editor Jessica Welman and SBC Americas and Canadian Business’ Senior Journalist Tom Nightingale as the trio discuss the long-awaited regulatory movement in Alberta and key legislative developments taking shape across the United States.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What Alberta’s newly published Internet Gaming Standards reveal about the province’s regulatory directionHow the proposed Alberta market could be structured and whether the framework is likely to evolveWho will oversee and manage online gaming once Alberta...


Ep 691: Is World Cup 2026 a Game Changer for Betting and Fan Engagement?
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01/16/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by his co-host and fellow SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt, alongside iGaming Expert Editor Joe Streeter, as the trio discuss FIFA’s evolving relationship with the betting industry and what the 2026 World Cup could mean for fan engagement, commercialisation, and global wagering activity.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What FIFA’s deal with Stats Perform reveals about its long-term fan engagement and data strategyHow FIFA’s historical stance on betting partnerships compares to this new commercial directionWhy a US, Canada...


Ep 690: A Eurotrip Before ICE
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01/15/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Editor at Large Ted Menmuir and Editor of SBC News Ted Orme Claye as the trio discuss a fast paced tour of European gambling headlines ahead of the industry’s first major gathering of 2026 in Barcelona.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What Michael Dugher’s exit from the BGC means for UK gambling politics and the trade body’s next chapterWhy Estonia is rushing to fix flawed legislation and what it signals for regulatory credibilityHow Betway’s withdrawal...


Ep 689: Greentube’s 2025 Momentum and Global Expansion Plans for 2026
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01/14/2026

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by Markus Antl, Director of Global Sales & Key Account Management at Greentube GmbH, as the duo discuss the company’s standout 2025 performance, competitive innovation strategies and ambitious global expansion plans heading into 2026.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

How Greentube used 2025 to refine its strategy, internal processes and content roadmap for long-term growthWhat role branded content, exclusive operator partnerships and studio specialisation play in standing out in crowded marketsHow Greentube leverages its B2C insights to strengthen its B2B offering th...


Ep 688: UK Gambling Stuck On Repeat Mode
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01/13/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and iGaming Expert Editor Joe Streeter as the trio tackle the UK gambling industry’s return to political deadlock, mounting pressure on Labour to act and growing fears that reform is heading down a road to nowhere.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

What emerged from the latest UK gambling debate and why it feels so familiarWhether Labour has a clear direction on gambling reform or is still avoiding key decisionsWho Dawn Butler is and what...


Ep 687: Can Uruguay Set the Standard for Latin American Regulation?
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01/12/2026

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC Noticias business journalist Pedro Occhiuzzi as the trio discuss why Uruguay could become Latin America’s most intriguing iGaming market in 2026 amid regional tax hikes, regulatory reform and a proposed mixed-model framework.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

Why tax increases in Brazil, Colombia and Peru are reshaping the Latin American iGaming landscapeHow Uruguay’s current online gambling system operates and why reform momentum is building againWhat Senator Felipe Carballo’s proposed mixed model me...


Ep 686: Indiana Makes Moves as Prediction Markets Face Insider Trading Heat
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01/09/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Managing Editor Jessica Welman as the duo discuss key U.S. legislative developments, Indiana’s evolving stance on sweepstakes and iLottery, and growing concerns around insider trading in prediction markets.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

• Why Indiana lawmakers have acknowledged sweepstakes as legal and why regulation is still firmly on the table
 • What’s driving Indiana’s push to regulate sweepstakes despite that legal clarification
 • What the new iLottery bill includes and what it could mean for t...


Ep 685: Colombia’s 19% iGaming Tax Explained
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01/08/2026

In today’s episode, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Noticias Editor Lucia Gando and SBC Noticias Business Journalist Damian Martinez as the trio break down Colombia’s newly enforced 19% VAT on online betting deposits and what it signals for the future of the Latin American iGaming market.

With the tax coming into force at the start of 2026, the panel explores why the Colombian government introduced the measure, how it compares to tax changes across Brazil, Mexico, and Peru, and whether operators can realistically absorb the cost or if players will ultimately feel the impa...


Ep 684: Reading the Early Tea Leaves of 2026
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01/07/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye as the trio discuss the early headlines of 2026 and examine whether recent political, regulatory and market developments point to meaningful change for the gambling industry or a return to business as usual.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

Why UK gambling is once again under political scrutiny as 2026 beginsWhat John O’Reilly’s retirement as Rank Group CEO signals for the wider UK marketWhether new taxes, advertising debates and regu...


Ep 683: What the Public Really Thinks About UK Gambling
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01/06/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye as the trio unpack the UK gambling sector’s latest reputational reckoning and what a new public opinion report means for regulation, reform and trust in 2026.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

What the Ending a Losing Streak report is, who authored and funded it and why its timing mattersThe stance the report takes on gambling and whether its conclusions are as clear-cut as they appearWho the report speaks...


Ep 682: Back to the Future of iGaming: Taxes, Tech and the World Cup Test
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01/05/2026

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by co-host Fernando Noodt and SBC’s Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir to reflect on the defining narratives of 2025 and look ahead to what 2026 could hold for the global iGaming industry.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

Why 2025 may mark the midpoint of gambling’s most conflicted decadeHow aggressive global tax hikes are reshaping operator margins and market strategyWhat India’s real-money gaming ban means for regulation worldwideWhy the 2026 World Cup could be the highest-risk betting event the industry has ever seenWhere...


Ep 681: Brazil’s Betting Boom: Reflecting on 2025 and Preparing for 2026
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01/02/2026

As iGaming Daily welcomes 2026, we’re taking the time to reflect on 2025's biggest and most talked-about industry stories. Continuing the series, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by Ana Maria Menezes, SBC Noticias Brasil Business Journalist, alongside SBC Noticias Brasil Business Journalist Elisa Marcante, as they discuss the key developments, controversies, and regulatory shifts that shaped Brazil’s first full year of regulated sports betting, and what operators should watch for in 2026.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

How 2025 unfolded as a historic year for Brazil’s regulated sports betting market, full of opp...


Ep 680: SBC Americas 2025 Review: Disruption, Controversy, and Change Ahead
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12/31/2025

As iGaming Daily says goodbye to 2025, we’re taking the time to reflect on the year’s biggest and most talked-about industry stories. Continuing the series, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Jessica Welman, Managing Editor, alongside SBC Americas & Canadian Business Senior Journalist Tom Nightingale, as they discuss the explosive rise of prediction markets, regulatory controversies, and some of the year’s most unusual stories in the US gambling sector.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

How prediction markets are reshaping the US gambling industry and creating a rift between digital-only operator...


Ep 679: iGaming Expert 2025 Review and Looking Ahead to 2026
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12/30/2025

As iGaming Daily says goodbye to 2025, we’re taking the time to reflect on the year’s biggest and most talked-about industry stories. Continuing the series, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Joe Streeter, Editor at iGaming Expert, alongside iGaming Expert Business Journalist Christian Lee, as they discuss the most controversial sponsorships, ethical debates in game design, and geopolitical shifts that shaped the global gambling sector in 2025.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

How Birmingham City FC’s sponsorship missteps exposed gaps in due diligence and regulatory oversightHow a controversial slot game pus...


Ep 678: SBC Noticias Year in Review: iGaming’s Biggest Stories of 2025
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12/29/2025

As iGaming Daily says goodbye to 2025, we’re taking the time to reflect on the year’s biggest and most talked-about industry stories. Continuing the series, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by Lucia Gando, Editor at SBC Noticias, alongside SBC Noticias Business Journalists Pedro Occhiuzzi and Damian Martinez, as they discuss the defining regulatory and fiscal developments shaping the iGaming landscape across Latin America and Spain.

Tune in to today’s episode to find out:

Why Colombia’s new player-facing tax is pushing bettors towards the black marketHow Mexico’s sharp tax increases could accelerate...