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In today's episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, host Fernando Noodt, is joined by SBC's Editor-at-Large, Ted Menmuir, and SBC's Senior Journalist, Tom Nightingale, to break down the latest developments at Flutter Entertainment following its Q3 performance update.In this episode, we unpack how the global gambling giant absorbed a $500 million impairment linked to the closure of its Junglee business after unexpected regulatory changes in India. The team also explores the mixed signals coming from the US market: while FanDuel’s margins have been hit by unfavourable sports results, its iGaming division continues to surge, up 44% last quarter.The three also examine the mounting pressures on the PLC, including stagnant UK growth and rising group debt (now nearing £10 billion). Finally, we discuss Flutter and FanDuel’s bold move into sports contracts and prediction markets through the new Project Predict platform, an ambitious push to unlock opportunities in large, non-regulated US states such as California, Texas, and Florida.Tune in to find out whether Flutter’s operational strength can offset its growing financial and regulatory headwinds.

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by Tom Nightingale, Senior Journalist at SBC Americas and Canadian Gaming Business, as the duo discuss the latest U.S. sports betting scandal involving MLB players Clase and Ortiz, the growing integrity crisis in sports, and what it means for the future of regulated wagering.Tune in to today’s episode to find out:Who has been charged in the latest U.S. sports betting scandalHow the scheme operated and how much was fraudulently wonWhat potential jail time Clase and Ortiz could be facingHow the Cleveland Guardians, MLB, and DOJ have respondedWhether this marks a turning point for player prop bets and betting integrity in U.S. sportsTowards the end of today’s episode, we’re joined by SBC News Business Journalist Viktor Kayed, who joins us live from Gaming in Germany to share his key takeaways and the latest insights from the event.Host: Fernando NoodtGuest: Tom NightingaleProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldLinks to relevant articles:https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2025/11/11/gaming-in-germany-2025/https://sbcnews.co.uk/marketing/2025/11/07/betting-ads-ban-australia/iGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast. 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.

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 discuss Australia’s deepening crisis over gambling advertising and the political fallout facing Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor government. Tune in to today’s episode to find out:Where the Labor government truly stands on gambling reform and its unfulfilled election promises.Why Nine Entertainment is demanding government compensation over a potential ad ban.How the Murphy Report’s recommendations were sidelined and what that means for policy.Why gambling advertising has become a national flashpoint, dividing sports and media sectors.Whether Australia is heading toward a fragmented state-by-state regulatory future and what this means for 2026.Towards the end of today’s episode, we’re joined by SBC News Business Journalist Viktor Kayed, who joins us live from Gaming in Germany to share his key takeaways and the latest insights from the event.Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Ted Menmuir & Ted Orme-ClayeProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldLinks to relevant articles:https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2025/11/11/gaming-in-germany-2025/ https://sbcnews.co.uk/marketing/2025/11/07/betting-ads-ban-australia/iGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast. 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.

Warren Russell, CEO of eyeDP, and Neal Luke, Principal Consultant at Luke ARC, dive into the crucial importance of supply chain due diligence in iGaming. They discuss regulatory and reputational risks posed by weak supplier checks, emphasizing that due diligence is as vital as customer KYC. The duo explores the UKGC's expectations for operators and how AI can enhance compliance processes by streamlining document reviews. Additionally, they highlight the need for a hybrid approach combining technology with human oversight to tackle complex cases effectively.

In today’s episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC’s Managing Editor Jessica Welman and Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir as the trio discuss Google’s latest move to redefine sweepstakes as real-money gambling products and what this means for operators, advertisers, and regulators worldwide.Tune in to today’s episode to find out:Why Google’s reclassification of sweepstakes closes a major advertising loopholeHow this shift impacts North American sweepstake operators and their partnersWhat the decision reveals about Google’s broader stance on gambling contentWhether this could trigger new regulatory interpretations across global marketsHow tech giants like Google, YouTube, and Apple are shaping the future of iGaming policyHost: Fernando NoodtGuests: Jessica Welman & Ted MenmuirProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast. 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.

Jessica Welman, Managing Editor at SBC, shares her insights into the collapse of the ESPN BET and PENN Entertainment partnership. She discusses missed market share goals, revealing ESPN BET's 3% ranking, and the upcoming relaunch of PENN's sportsbook under theScore Bet. The conversation dives into the struggle of media-branded sportsbooks and the dominance of FanDuel and DraftKings in the market. Jessica critiques PENN's strategy shift and highlights the challenges of changing consumer habits in sports consumption and marketing.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, ahead of the SBC Digital Player Protection Day, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by Steve Hoare, Editor at SBC Leaders and the Player Protection Hub, as the duo discuss how regulators, operators, and lawmakers are navigating the balance between stronger player protection and the growing threat of black market gambling.Tune in to today’s episode to find out:How tightening regulations around the world are reshaping player protection strategies.Why the black market continues to attract younger bettors despite increased safeguards.What responsible advertising looks like in a more restricted marketing landscape.Whether higher taxes and stricter rules really lead to safer gambling environments.How collaboration between regulators and operators could create a sustainable, player-first future.Host: Charlie HornerGuest: Steve HoareProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast. 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.Relevant articles:https://sbcevents.com/events/player-protection-digital-innovation-day/

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC’s Managing Editor Jessica Welman as the duo discuss how Hard Rock has seemingly sidestepped Florida’s online casino ban with the launch of its new slot-style ‘Games’ product.Tune in to today’s episode to find out:How Hard Rock Bet introduced slot-like gaming in a state where online casinos are illegal.What makes these new “Games” different and how they use old NASCAR race data.Whether the Seminole Tribe’s gaming compact has been cleverly worded to allow this move.If legal challenges could soon follow this unexpected soft launch.What this development means for the future of online gaming in Florida and beyond.Host: Charlie HornerGuest: Jessica WelmanProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast. 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.Relevant articles:https://sbcamericas.com/2025/10/30/hard-rock-slot-style-sports-betting-fl/ 

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye and SBC’s Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir as the trio discuss the UK gambling sector’s high-stakes push to sway Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the Autumn Statement.Tune into today’s episode to find out:How the “#AxeTheRacingTax” campaign became UK gambling’s headline strategy.Why the industry turned to tabloids instead of traditional political lobbying.The risks of antagonising the Chancellor ahead of the 26 November Budget.Whether the Betting and Gaming Council’s message is uniting or dividing the industry.What long-term consequences this public campaign could have for gambling’s relationship with the Labour government.Host: Fernando NoodtGuests: Ted Menmuir & Ted Orme-ClayeProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast. 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.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Charlie Horner is joined by SBC’s Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and Frank Op de Woerd, CEO of CasinoNieuws.nl, as the trio discuss how the outcome of the Dutch snap election could reshape the political and regulatory landscape for online gambling in the Netherlands.Tune in to today’s episode to find out:What the latest Dutch election results mean for the future of gambling policy.How D66’s potential coalition could influence the direction of the KOA framework.Whether a new government will slow down or accelerate gambling reform.The ongoing challenges facing operators in a turbulent Dutch market.Why the liberal vision for gambling governance still matters in Europe today.Host: Charlie HornerGuests: Ted Menmuir & Frank Op de WoerdProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast. 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.Article Links:https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2025/10/30/dutch-igaming/https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2025/10/30/gambling-bookmakers-taxman/https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2025/10/24/michel-groothuizen-iagr/https://sbcnews.co.uk/sportsbook/2025/10/23/ksa-advances-on-dutch/