iGaming Daily

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

  1. 10 Jun

    Mbappé vs Bookmakers: Why France's World Cup Stars Are Fighting Back | Ep. 791

    Kylian Mbappé has once again found himself at the centre of a major dispute involving betting sponsorships, image rights and the French Football Federation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In this episode of iGaming Daily, Joe Streeter is joined by Ted Menmuir to explore the growing conflict between elite athletes and commercial betting partnerships after reports emerged that senior France internationals are unhappy with their images being used in bookmaker marketing campaigns. The discussion explores how collective image rights work, why the dispute has resurfaced despite previous agreements, and whether this could have wider implications for sports sponsorship and gambling advertising around the world. 🎙 Topics covered:⚽ Why Kylian Mbappé is challenging bookmaker promotions⚽ The role of Betclic and the French Football Federation⚽ How collective image rights work in professional football⚽ Gambling sponsorships and athlete autonomy⚽ French gambling advertising regulations⚽ Whether other players and teams could follow suit⚽ The impact on betting sponsorships ahead of World Cup 2026 As football and betting become increasingly intertwined, questions around athlete control, sponsorship ethics and commercial rights are becoming harder to ignore. Host: Jo StreeterGuest: Ted MenmuirProducer: Luke Miles #iGamingDaily #WorldCup2026 #KylianMbappe #SportsBetting #FootballBusiness #SportsMarketing #BettingIndustry #GamblingNews #WorldCup #ImageRights

    25 min
  2. 9 Jun

    Why Bonus Abuse Hurts More in 2026: EveryMatrix’s Blueprint for Fraud Prevention | Ep. 790

    This episode explores the critical issue of bonus abuse in the iGaming industry, its impact on operators' revenue, and innovative solutions like AI-driven tools to combat organised fraud. Featuring Tetiana Dychenko, CPO of Casino at EveryMatrix, the discussion highlights how evolving tactics and technology are shaping the future of fraud prevention. Key Topics The scale of bonus abuse in 2026 and its impact on revenueThe evolution of bonus abuse tactics and organised groupsThe role of AI and behavioural analysis in detecting fraudRegulatory pressures and their influence on bonus abuseFuture trends and how operators can stay ahead of organised fraudRelevant Articles: https://igamingexpert.com/features/everymatrix-igaming-bonus-abuse/https://everymatrix.com/news/everymatrix-plays-mythbusters-on-igaming-bonus-abuse/ Host: Charlie HornerGuest: Tetiana DychenkoProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonald Learn how Optimove’s Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove’s Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com. Finally, remember 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.

    29 min

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