iGaming Daily Ep 679: iGaming Expert 2025 Review and Looking Ahead to 2026
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 oversight
- How a controversial slot game pushed boundaries and ignited industry backlash
- The implications of Thailand’s failed casino legislation and its impact on the regional market
- How football sponsorship and casino deals are increasingly scrutinised for social responsibility
- Which trends in ethics, governance, and geopolitics could influence iGaming in 2026
Host: Charlie Horner
Guests: Joe Streeter & Christian Lee
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: Anaya McDonald
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