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Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastAfrica's Regulatory CrossroadsIn this episode of the Regulatory Radar Podcast, Vixio experts discuss Africa's evolving gambling regulatory landscape. This episode dives into the sweeping changes and complex dynamics shaping compliance, risk, and opportunity for operators and stakeholders across the continent. During this discussion, listeners will learn more about: The growing political and legislative push for federal online gambling reform in South Africa. Regulatory fragmentation in Nigeria and tightening tax and advertising controls in Kenya. The emergence of offshore hubs and new markets, from the UAE to Anjouan. Rising enforcement activity focused on taxation and anti-money laundering...
2025-07-2353 min
House of Cards®House of Cards® - Ep. 912This week Dave talks with James Kilsby, Chief Analyst from Vixio Regulatory Intelligence, returns to discuss Vixio’s recent gaming market forecast on the Americas, his thoughts on the latest from the regulated market in Brazil and launch of Vixio WorkSpace. This week’s episode brought to you by Jackpot.com! Use code DRAW24 when signing up and you’ll receive a free lottery ticket with your first deposit at https://tinyurl.com/4a7e43ns Interested in appearing on the show or advertising with the nation's only syndicated casino industry broadcast radio show, email us at i...
2025-07-0759 min
House of Cards®House of Cards® - Ep. 912This week Dave talks with James Kilsby, Chief Analyst from Vixio Regulatory Intelligence, returns to discuss Vixio’s recent gaming market forecast on the Americas, his thoughts on the latest from the regulated market in Brazil and launch of Vixio WorkSpace.
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2025-07-071h 01
Turnpike Sports®Turnpike Sports® Spotlight - Season 4, Episode 11Spotlighting some of the biggest names and companies in the sports betting and gaming industries! Subscribe on YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1A2HRwz0ujlkvprfmF0rbMOtBAbjoCEi&si=rZAAQ_-AZs-xXOAN This week - James Kilsby, Chief Analyst from Vixio Regulatory Intelligence, returns to discuss Vixio’s recent gaming market forecast on the Americas, his thoughts on the latest from the regulated market in Brazil and launch of Vixio WorkSpace. Want your company or product featured on the Turnpike Sports Spotlight? Email us at info@granarywaymedia.com Turnpike Sports®, BetFlash®, Book...
2025-06-1133 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastTechnical Compliance in Online GamblingIn this episode of the Regulatory Radar Podcast, Vixio experts discuss iGaming technical compliance requirements. As regulated iGaming markets grow and diversify, technical compliance has become more than a box to tick - a strategic challenge with high stakes. With mounting pressure on compliance teams and increasingly complex requirements for both online gambling operators and suppliers, how can businesses stay ahead of evolving expectations, avoid costly errors, and seize opportunities in new jurisdictions? Listen as a panel of leading experts explore recent developments across technical requirements and information security, unpack key pain points f...
2025-06-081h 01Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastDeregulation in the USIn this episode of the Vixio Regulatory Radar Podcast, we focus on the rapidly evolving regulatory environment for financial services in the United States. With a wave of deregulatory actions — including the recent major rollback of CFPB guidance — Vixio asks: What's driving this shift, what does it mean for the industry and consumers, and what's likely to happen next? Vixio experts Adam Parkinson and Jimmie Franklin are joined by guest Brian Tate, President and CEO of the Innovative Payments Association, to share his on-the-ground insights into the changing landscape. Topics covered include: The...
2025-05-2032 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastPreparing for PSD3As the EU's Payment Services Directive 3 (PSD3) continues to move through the legislative process, payment firms are preparing for significant regulatory changes expected to take effect by 2026. But what exactly is on the horizon? In this episode of the Vixio Regulatory Radar Podcast, we are joined by a panel of experts to explore the key themes shaping PSD3 and what they mean for the future of payments in Europe. The discussion covers critical questions, including the evolving role of sovereignty and security in EU payments, whether open banking will gain momentum under PSD3, and how...
2025-05-0154 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastResponsible Gambling Demands in 2025March was Problem Gambling Awareness Month in the U.S., making it the perfect time to explore the latest trends and regulations shaping responsible gambling worldwide. In this episode of the Vixio Regulatory Radar Podcast, we dive into the evolving regulatory landscape and the proactive compliance strategies businesses must adopt. This episode is extracted from Vixio's most recent webinar, moderated by Thomas Simcock, Principal Analyst at Vixio. He is joined by Paula Murphy, Head of Business Development at Mindway AI, Max Collinge, Head of Product at Yaspa, and Zachary Birnbaum, Principal Analyst at Vixio. Key...
2025-04-021h 15Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastAuthorised Push Payment (APP) FraudOnline payments carry a heightened risk of fraud, with the remote nature of transactions making identity verification more challenging - in particular, there’s been a rise in authorised push payment (APP) fraud, which involves voluntarily transferring funds to a fraudster. In this episode of Vixio Regulatory Radar, Vixio Payments Compliance experts Adam Parkinson (Editor) and Jimmie Franklin (Senior Journalist) break down this alarming trend. Key topics covered: How APP fraud works – Understanding how scammers manipulate victims into transferring funds. The role of social media – How fraudsters exploit platforms to target individuals and businesses. Regula...
2025-03-2534 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastA Look Back & A New Era AheadJoin us for a special milestone episode as we celebrate 100 episodes of the Vixio GamblingCompliance Podcast! In this episode, longtime podcast host Joe Ewans reflects on six years of industry change alongside Matt Carey (US Reporter) and Martin Williams (Contributing Editor, Asia). Vixio also shares exciting news about the show's future—soon to be rebranded as the Vixio Regulatory Radar podcast. Listeners can soon expect insightful discussions with not only top gambling regulation, law, and compliance experts. But now, expanded coverage from Vixio's payments compliance team. 🎧 Subscribe to catch the Vixio Regulatory Radar podcast...
2025-03-1158 minHouse of Cards®House of Cards® - Ep. 889This week Dave talks with James Kilsby, Chief Analyst from Vixio Regulatory Intelligence, returns to discuss Vixio’s recent reports on Player Protection and US Sweepstakes Regulation and his thoughts on the recently launched regulated market in Brazil. This week’s episode brought to you by Jackpot.com! Use code DRAW24 when signing up and you’ll receive a free lottery ticket with your first deposit at https://tinyurl.com/4a7e43ns Interested in appearing on the show or advertising with the nation's only syndicated casino industry broadcast radio show, email us at info@houseof...
2025-01-2759 minHouse of Cards®House of Cards® - Ep. 889This week Dave talks with James Kilsby, Chief Analyst from Vixio Regulatory Intelligence, returns to discuss Vixio’s recent reports on Player Protection and US Sweepstakes Regulation and his thoughts on the recently launched regulated market in Brazil.This week’s episode brought to you by Jackpot.com! Use code DRAW24 when signing up and you’ll receive a free lottery ticket with your first deposit at https://tinyurl.com/4a7e43ns Interested in appearing on the show or advertising with the nation's only syndicated casino industry broadcast radio...
2025-01-271h 01Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastBrazil: The New BeginningListen as Vixio dissect January 1st’s landmark launch of regulated online gambling in Brazil so you can stay ahead in Brazil's burgeoning market and stay on top of regulatory risks and compliance challenges to come in 2025. This episode is an excerpt from a recent webinar hosted by Vixio. In it, a panel of industry experts outline the state of play in this exciting new market, explore market-entry opportunities available to operators and suppliers, and diagnose pending regulatory and policy matters that still need to be resolved by Brazilian policymakers. During this podcast, the expert pa...
2025-01-1759 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastEpisode 98. Gambling Compliance: A Year In ReviewFor the final podcast episode of the year, Vixio experts reflect on 2024 and delve into the most significant regulatory changes and themes in the gambling industry worldwide throughout the year. They'll also offer a glimpse into the future with their predictions for how 2025 will unfold. This episode is excerpts from a recent webinar, where Vixio experts Joe Ewens and James Kilsby discussed: The key developments we saw in 2024, from new legislation to shifts in market dynamics The impact these changes had on the industry What we'll be tracking in 2025 and key trends to watch
2024-12-1748 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastGermany: Progress In A Challenging MarketIn this episode, we dive into the intricate world of Germany's gambling regulations, a landscape marked by complexity and controversy. To shed light on the current state of play across the nation, Vixio sat down with Jan Feuerhake, a partner at Taylor Wessing. Jan unpacks key topics such as tax rates, player monitoring, slots testing, and the rising issue of player refund lawsuits. Listen now as we navigate the evolving gambling market in Germany.
2024-10-3046 minHouse of Cards®House of Cards® - Ep. 876This week Dave talks with James Kilsby, Chief Analyst from Vixio Regulatory Intelligence, discusses Vixio’s recent US Sports Betting Outlook report's findings as well as the most compelling narratives in U.S. gaming and the Brazilian market. This week’s episode brought to you by Jackpot.com! Use code DRAW24 when signing up and you’ll receive a free lottery ticket with your first deposit at https://tinyurl.com/4a7e43ns Interested in appearing on the show or advertising with the nation's only syndicated casino industry broadcast radio show, email us at info@houseo...
2024-10-2859 min
House of Cards®House of Cards® - Ep. 876This week Dave talks with James Kilsby, Chief Analyst from Vixio Regulatory Intelligence, discusses Vixio’s recent US Sports Betting Outlook report's findings as well as the most compelling narratives in U.S. gaming and the Brazilian market.This week’s episode brought to you by Jackpot.com! Use code DRAW24 when signing up and you’ll receive a free lottery ticket with your first deposit at https://tinyurl.com/4a7e43nsInterested in appearing on the show or advertising with the nation's only syndicated casino industry broadcast radio...
2024-10-281h 01Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastThe Future for Asian Gambling RegulationIn this episode of the Vixio podcast, we examine the ever-evolving landscape of gambling regulation in Asia-Pacific. Vixio explores the seismic shifts across various countries, from the controversial foreign-facing gambling industry facing a ban in the Philippines to the emerging compliance challenges in Australia, including a potential advertising ban. We'll also highlight exciting new opportunities sprouting in Thailand and the UAE. Join us as we untangle this complex web of regulations with Vixio's contributing editor for Asia, Martin Williams. Tune in for insights that will keep you informed and ahead of the curve in this dynamic sector!
2024-10-2354 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastLifetime Achievement Interview: David RebuckSports betting in the United States looks dramatically different today than a decade ago. The industry wouldn't be where it is today without the efforts of David Rebuck, the 2024 Vixio Compliance Lifetime Achievement Special Award recipient. As the longtime regulator of New Jersey, David was at the forefront of regulatory reform for gambling in the U.S. He was a crucial part of his state's successful legal bid to overturn PASPA and, in its wake, usher in a new era of gambling in the States. As part of his recognition for receiving the Vixio Global...
2024-10-091h 01Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastAfrica & The Middle East: An Evolving LandscapeIn this era of increasingly mature markets, Africa is often seen as a land of opportunity, but the continent is large and complex and resists simple understandings of its gambling regulation. In this podcast episode, Vixio's Principal Analyst, Zach Birnbaum, discusses the many twists and turns across the region. In this episode, Vixio discusses: The future of South Africa's massively important market. The changes in the UAE will influence their neighbours to the south. Whether or not Africa is a grey market paradise. And much more...
2024-09-2537 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastThe State of the StatesThe American Gaming Association (AGA) recently partnered with Vixio to publish the "State of the States" report, a comprehensive review of the commercial gaming sector in 2023. The report provides financial performance figures and market analysis for the 36 jurisdictions with commercial gaming operations. In this episode, Vixio's Chief Analyst, James Kilsby, discusses the "State of the States" report's findings and the most compelling narratives in U.S. gaming with AGA's Vice President of Research, David Forman.
2024-08-1333 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastUK Gambling Act Review: What Now?It’s over a year since the white paper was published, and the Gambling Act Review is in full swing, but several key questions remain unanswered. Robust affordability checks, the safer gambling levy, a gambling ombudsman and many more promised reforms are still to be delivered, with the arrival of a new government adding another layer of unpredictability. This podcast highlights a recent webinar hosted by Vixio. For this webinar, Vixio brought together a panel of experts and critical decision-makers to discuss this evolving era of gambling regulation in the UK and what it means for...
2024-07-291h 02Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastCompliance in UK Affiliate MarketingTo kick off season four of the Vixio GamblingCompliance podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Rightlander, one of the leading providers of affiliate compliance software. In this episode, Vixio reporter Harrison Sayers is joined by Rightlander's Chief Strategy Officer, Sarafina Wolde Gabriel. The pair discuss the complex nature of the UK gambling industry's relationship with affiliate marketing, highlighted by Rightlander's recently published UK marketing compliance report.
2024-07-2226 min
Brazil Crypto ReportEpisode #109: How Brazil Became the World's Hottest Online Gambling Market🎧 Listen: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Anchor | Amazon | YouTubeOlá pessoal!If you’ve spent any time in Brazil recently, you’ve undoubtedly been bombarded by online sports betting ads every time you leave your home, watch television or surf the internet. You’re not the only one. Brazil today has the highest number of gambling websites accessed globally, nearly double that of the second-place UK. Nearly every major football team in Brazil has an online casino or sportsbook as a sponsor. Today’s episode takes a look at how Brazil has become the hottest...
2024-06-271h 08Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastBetting on Brazil: Preparing for the Regulated MarketSince legislation for sports betting and online gaming in Brazil was finally passed at the end of last year, industry stakeholders have waited with bated breath for several critical policy questions to be resolved and for a licensing process to begin. With a licensing ordinance just being published, now is an ideal time to check in with the experts to get a clearer picture of what this means for developing a regulated market Vixio anticipates will be worth nearly $5bn in annual revenue at maturity. This episode is the audio recording of a Vixio-hosted webinar which took...
2024-06-201h 05Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastBonus Episode: Everything you need to know about the Global Regulatory AwardThis bonus episode is the audio from a recent LinkedIn live broadcast that aired on June 10, 2024. During this broadcast, two members of the Vixio organisational team discussed how to get involved with the prestigious GRA event, its history, and some background information on the nomination process. Since their launch in 2017, the independently adjudicated Global Regulatory Awards have become the biggest of their kind, the first awards that recognise and celebrate individuals and teams that work tirelessly to set new standards in the compliance and responsible gambling industry. The sixth-annual Global Regulatory Awards will take place...
2024-06-1014 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastHow Important is ESG to the Global Gambling Industry?Environmental, social, and governance, more commonly known as ESG, is growing within the gambling industry, with pressure from multiple directions on organisations across the supply chain to be more sustainable. Most notably, the European Union's corporate sustainability directive is ramping up the requirements for any company doing business in the EU. Vixio's Joe Ewens speaks to Rachel Decelis and Russell Mifsud from KPMG in this podcast. The pair have spent years advising gambling businesses on this new era.
2024-06-0546 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastEpisode 88. How Can Problem Gambling be Prevented Across the U.S.?The U.S. gaming industry has made tremendous strides in offering responsible gaming programs, but there are still issues to be addressed. Among those critical issues is funding for treatment and prevention programs. Keith Whyte is the executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG). The non-profit’s mission is to minimize the economic and social costs associated with gambling addiction. In this episode, Keith Whyte spoke with Vixio’s U.S. Editor, Chris Sieroty, about the GRIT Act and the importance of collaboration between industry, researchers, experts, and others in the problem gamb...
2024-05-0946 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastTaxing Times For U.S. Sports Betting MarketIn this episode, KPMG's U.S. Gaming Tax Lead Bob Stoddard joins Vixio chief analyst James Kilsby to discuss emerging tax policy trends in the U.S. sports betting market, including moves by certain states to reassess their initial rates in order to generate additional tax revenue.
2024-04-1246 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastEpisode 86. What's Next for Gambling Across the UAE?Late last year, the attention of the world gambling industry was surprisingly directed towards the Middle East. In September, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) established a gambling regulator and strongly suggested allowing integrated resort gambling in some of its emirates, drawing sudden interest in the region. This episode features expert opinion from Vixio's contributing editor for Asia, Martin Williams, who has spent the past few months diving deep into the truth behind the UAE's shift in approach to gambling. Key questions answered in this podcast include: What is happening with this new regulator? What...
2024-03-2237 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastEpisode 85. What to expect in 2024, Part Two: North and South AmericaTo kick off 2024 and the new series, Vixio analysts and subject matter experts will discuss the significant issues ahead in a rapid-fire look across the world's major markets. In the second of a two-parter podcast, North American based host James Kilsby will speak to Vixio journalist and regional expert Talia Samuelson on the key developments across the South American gambling markets before a roundup of what to expect in the US and Canada with reporter and podcast regular Matt Carey.
2024-01-2929 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastWhat to expect in 2024, Part One : Europe, Africa and AsiaTo kick off 2024 and the new series, Vixio analysts and subject matter experts will discuss the significant issues ahead in a rapid-fire look across the world's major markets. In the first of a two-parter podcast, host Joe Ewens will speak to Vixio Associate Editor Harrison Sayers on the key developments in the European and African gambling markets before a roundup of what to expect in Asia and Australia with podcast regular Martin Williams.
2024-01-2258 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastThe Future of Gambling in Brazil It’s been years in the making, but the long-awaited and much anticipated legislation for legalised online sports betting and gambling means Brazil is on the cusp of becoming the most critical new regulated market for the global online gambling sector in 2024. On December 13th, 2023 Vixio's Chief Analyst and VP of Americas, James Kilsby spoke to a panel of experts to address the key provisions, compliance challenges, and next steps for Brazil.
2023-12-201h 03Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastPayments: A Year in ReviewIn this bonus episode, Vixio PaymentsCompliance experts look back at regulation across payments in 2023 and predict what to expect in 2024. Vixio Senior payments Journalist Jimmie Franklin and Senior Business Development Manager Luke Baker reflect on this year through a global lens, covering key jurisdictions: the UK, Europe, the US, Australia, and Brazil. They’ll also highlight some of the critical events that helped change the shape of the payments compliance landscape.
2023-12-1445 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastMexico's Gambling Ban Under the SpotlightMexico perhaps doesn't get the attention it deserves in the world of gambling, certainly in part because the nation's gaming regulations are complex and, in some ways, archaic. However, recent dramatic developments have drawn a lot of focus and attention to the region. In this episode, Vixio Chief Analyst James Kilsby is joined by Latin America reporter Talia Samuelson to discuss a recent presidential decree that would seemingly outlaw almost the entire gambling industry in Mexico.
2023-12-1330 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastCan Open Banking Solve the Financial Checks Conundrum?Financial risk checks or affordability sit at the top of the regulatory agenda in the UK and for a watching world. The country is considering how to implement a new requirement for operators to assess the spending power of their customers. In this episode, Vixio's associate Editor, Harrison Sayers, interviews Tom Farrell, the CMO of open banking provider ClearStake. They spoke about the challenges posed by the existing regime of financial risk checks and the role open banking will play in the supposedly frictionless future.
2023-10-0439 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastSports Betting in Brazil: What's next for the potential multi-billion dollar market?The attempt to legalise sports betting in Brazil has been a lenghtly stop-start saga stretching back more than four years. However, 2023 has finally seen an explosion of activity that's moved the nation closer than ever to a fully regulated online gambling market. In this episode, Vixio Chief Analyst James Kilsby discusses the complex trials and tribulations of the past few months. As well as looking into where things go for a market that Vixio estimates will be worth over $ 3.8 billion within the next five years.
2023-09-2138 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastUK White Paper: Defining the FutureA wave of consultations published this summer has revealed how the UK's regulator and government intend to re-write the rules for gambling businesses in Britain. Many stakeholders are making their voices heard in this pivotal period of gambling. This podcast episode is the full audio recording from a recent Vixio GamblingCompliance webinar, which took place on September 15, 2023. Vixio brought together leading experts with the key decision-makers behind the consultations to discuss the impending new era of UK gambling regulation. This episode feature speakers from the Department for Digital, Culture Media and Sport, the UK Gambling...
2023-09-2054 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastEpisode 76. Africa: What opportunities and challenges await Gambling businessesGambling companies looking for new markets to explore are increasingly turning to the continent of Africa for new opportunities. But while in many countries regulations are developing, there are also plenty of established markets with well-developed gambling ecosystems. VIXIO's associate Editor Harrison Sayers sat down with his colleague and fellow Africa expert senior legal analyst Zack Birnbaum, to give us a flavour of the most pressing issues for gambling regulation across Africa.
2023-08-2230 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastWhat does the future hold for Online Gambling across The Netherlands?Ever since it fully opened its doors in 2019, the Dutch online gambling market has been characterised by rapid changes in regulations. Driven in part by ill political winds that are proving hard to disperse, the latest round of changes to the market has seen a ban on many types of gambling advertising. And there is more to come, with promised changes to duty of care and much more on the horizon. In this episode of the VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast, Justin Franzen, a partner at law firm Kalff Katz and Franzen, breaks down what's in store for one...
2023-08-0743 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastScandal in the PhilippinesThe Philippines remains the epicentre of Asian online gambling, with a tortured history of offshore allegations and a sometimes toxic intertwining with regional politics. In this episode, VIXIO's contributing editor for Asia, Martin Williams, discusses recent dramatic developments across the Philippines, such as the advent of an inward-facing online gambling market and raids on offshore-facing operators that freed thousands of workers being kept in slavery.
2023-07-0741 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastMarket Outlook: The Global Sports Betting Opportunity The ongoing expansion of locally regulated markets continues to gather pace, opening up new opportunities for sports betting. This podcast is the audio recording of a session conducted as part of the Festival of Sports Book hosted by Kambi and moderated by Oliver Lamb, Kambi's SVP of Risk & Compliance. It features insight from VIXIO's Danny Stone and Joe Ewens. The trio analyses key markets to watch out for and map long-term global growth prospects.
2023-06-1642 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastUK White Paper: The End of the BeginningAfter more than two years of delays and debates, the UK government has released its white paper on gambling regulatory reform, firing the starting gun on a pivotal 12 months for the country’s gambling industry. Almost every significant proposed change, from online stake limits to affordability checks, is subject to rapidly approaching consultations, defining the compliance landscape in the world’s largest regulated online gambling jurisdiction for years. This podcast episode is the full audio recording from a recent VIXIO GamblingCompliance webinar. In this recording, VIXIO brought together leading regulatory, legal and policy experts to discuss the fall...
2023-06-021h 00Vixio Regulatory Radar PodcastU.S. Sports Betting Five Year AnniversaryThe fifth anniversary of arguably the most important decision by the U.S. Supreme Court in a gambling case occurs on Sunday, May 14. The 6-3 decision by the Supreme Court overturned the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992, leading to the legalization and regulation of sports betting in 37 states. In this episode, VIXIO Gambling Compliance interviews three sports betting experts about the impact of the Supreme Court decision during the last five years as well as its future ramifications.
2023-05-1249 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastUK Gambling: Understanding the White Paper We are on the verge of a new era of gambling regulation in the UK, after the government finally published its white paper on gambling reform. The proposed changes are manifold, but the specifics are few and far between. In this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance experts discuss some of the biggest areas of change laid out in the white paper and how we expect its proposals to play out in the pivotal months ahead.
2023-05-0940 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastIs India Set to Become an Online Gambling Juggernaut?Aggressive market growth turbo-charged by the pandemic and the central government’s shift to regulation promise to transform India into an online gambling juggernaut. But it is the Supreme Court of India and pro-reform state High Courts that are paving the way for the potential nationwide legalisation of skill gaming with stakes. In this episode of the VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast, contributing editor for Asia, Martin Williams outlines the key roles that various courts play and the tensions they must overcome to provide a legal foundation for a surging industry.
2023-05-0237 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastBrazil's Betting Market On The Cusp Of RegulationMore than four years after the passage of a federal law on fixed-odds sports betting, expectations are high that Brazil's new government is prepared to finally take action to implement that law and introduce a licensing and regulatory regime for online betting operations within the coming months. In this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance chief analyst James Kilsby discusses the state of play for sports betting regulation with Rafael Marchetti Marcondes, chief legal officer for the fast-growing Brazilian daily fantasy sports operator Rei do Pitaco and legal director for newly formed Brazilian associations on sports integrity and responsible gaming.
2023-04-1446 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastDoes Sports Betting Advertising Have a Future?As the U.S. sports betting market continues to mature, more focus than ever is placed on advertising. Regulators have expressed increased concern recently with certain advertising practices, including marketing to college campuses and using misleading terminology like “risk-free” to describe certain offers. In this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance analysts James Kilsby and Matt Carey discuss the changing winds of the U.S. sports betting advertising market, the steps that regulators have taken to date, and what the future could hold for the market if this trend continues to progress.
2023-03-2436 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastDoes US Gambling Have A Sustainable Future?After years at the coalface of compliance in Europe, Martin Lycka now heads up regulatory affairs and responsible gambling in the Americas for Entain. He spoke to VIXIO reporter Matt Carey at a pivotal moment for US gambling, as issues around advertising and responsible gambling reach a tipping point.
2023-03-1038 minVixio Regulatory Radar Podcast2022 Year In Review: Europe, Asia, and the AmericasPodcast host Joe Ewens is joined by fellow VIXIO GamblingCompliance regulatory experts Martin Williams and James Kilsby for a detailed discussion on the hot topics affecting the gambling industry this year. The trio look at the key talking points from the year that was 2022, as well as look to the future at what will set the agenda for the year ahead in key gambling jurisdictions - Europe, Asia and the Americas.
2022-12-1652 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastBlack, White, and Red Hot: A review of Latin America’s changing marketsVIXIO Vice President and Latin America expert James Kilsby is joined by Vixio GamblingCompliance journalist Talia Samuelson to discuss the regulatory landscape and challenges in Latin America’s most prominent markets. Up for discussion are Peru’s new online gambling law, Brazil’s future with a new President, and Chile’s multiple gambling bills and legal complaints. VIXIO GamblingCompliance subscribers can read the full 2022 Latin America Gambling Outlook, which can be found here.
2022-12-0228 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastStoring Player Data SecurelyIn this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance journalist Harrison Sayers interviews Laurent Fournié the CEO Trust & Sign- at Docaposte, the pair discuss the standardisation of data laws, growing regulatory pressures on the industry, and why trust is as important as ever in the digital age.
2022-11-1432 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastLifetime Achievement Interview: Paul BurnsAs we approach the sixth annual VIXIO GamblingCompliance Global Regulator Awards (GRAs), on November 30, 2022, we sat down with Paul Burns the winner of this year’s Compliance Lifetime Special Achievement Award. In this very special episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance’s Chief Analyst and VP Americas James Kilsby interviewed Paul ahead of the GRAs, discussing his career in the Canadian Gaming Association, the impact of Ontario’s recent regulatory changes and his perspective on what the future holds for Canada’s gaming market.
2022-09-2042 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastSports Betting In AfricaThis episode discusses the proliferation of sports betting across Africa, recent regulatory changes, and the key events shaping the industry landscape. Podcast regular and journalist Harrison Sayers speaks with VIXIO analyst Zachary Birnbaum about the growth of sports betting in different African markets, the opportunities for growth, and the key compliance concerns driving change. VIXIO GamblingCompliance subscribers can read the full 2022 Africa Gambling Outlook, which can be found here.
2022-07-2830 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastMalta and More: KPMG's view from the islandIn the wake of the recent KPMG eSummit in Malta, VIXIO speak to the firm's gaming director, Russell Mifsud, on what he learned from a meeting of minds on the island and an uncertain future for Malta as a hub for the gambling industry. For more information on the topics covered in this podcast recording and the recent KPMG eSummit, download the KPMG produced eSummit report, which can be found here.
2022-06-3043 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastGlobal Regulatory Awards: Everything you need to knowIn this short bonus episode, we will be discussing the VIXIO GamblingCompliance Global Regulatory Awards, providing information on how to get involved, the history of the awards and some background information on the awards process. Since their launch in 2017, the independently adjudicated Global Regulatory Awards hosted by VIXIO GamblingCompliance have become the biggest of their kind, the first awards that recognise and celebrate individuals and teams that work tirelessly to set new standards in the compliance and responsible gambling industry. The sixth-annual Global Regulatory Awards are set to take place on November 30, 2022, building on the su...
2022-06-1710 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastEpisode 55. Is the U.S. ready for a problem gambling wave?In this episode, VIXIO is joined by the Executive Director of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) and a member of the Global Regulatory Award independent judging panel Keith Whyte to discuss the potential wave of problem gambling set to hit the U.S. following the expansion of sports betting and online gaming. We set to find out just how much we know about the rate of problem gambling in the United States and how well is the industry protecting its customers.
2022-06-0727 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastThe Big Melt: Online Gaming Liberalisation in IndiaIn this podcast episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance Contributing Editor for Asia, Martin Williams, explores major judicial, legislative and market developments impacting the Indian online gaming industry over the last year. Pandemic damage has accelerated litigation by and against the industry, but sympathetic regional High Courts and Supreme Court backing are likely to shepherd liberalisation and regulation on a state by state basis, possibly with an assist from a central government that may be looking to streamline India's patchwork regulatory environment.
2022-05-0436 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastThe Slow Rise of U.S. iGamingWhile sports betting has exploded in popularity in the U.S. with over 32 states offering legal betting, online casino gaming has only been permitted in six states, despite far stronger revenues than sports betting. In this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance Reporter Matt Carey joins the podcast to discuss the factors impeding online casino legislation in several U.S. markets and the trends that have limited the short-term growth of the overall market despite strong performance in the few markets where iGaming is permitted.
2022-02-1427 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastGlobal Gambling's Past & FutureTo celebrate the 50th episode of the VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast, we bring together three of our in-house experts to reflect on the most dramatic changes that have affected the global gambling scene since we aired our first episode. Our experts from Europe, Asia and North America identify where we think the blockbuster moments of the next two years are likely to be found.
2021-10-2847 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastLifetime Achievement Interview: Birgitte SandAs we approach the fifth annual VIXIO GamblingCompliance Global Regulator Awards (GRAs), on October 21, 2021, we sat down with Birgitte Sand the winner of this year's Compliance Lifetime Special Achievement Award, and former head of the Danish regulator. In this role Birgitte famously took on the formidable task of overseeing the country’s transition from a monopoly gambling model to a system of licensing that is, these days, often cited as a gold-standard example of an open market. In this very special episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast host and Editor Joe Ewens interviewed Birgitte ahead of the GRAs, to di...
2021-09-2828 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastOntario Online Opening Begins New Era In Canadian GamingIn this episode, Paul Burns, CEO and president of the Canadian Gaming Association, joins VIXIO GamblingCompliance’s chief analyst James Kilsby to discuss the rollout of single-event sports betting across Canada as well as the imminent opening of Ontario’s online gambling market to registered private operators through a groundbreaking regulatory model. While regulatory standards are now in place, question marks remain over the effective tax rate in Ontario and whether international liquidity will be allowed, with requirements of Canadian federal law meaning the Ontarian market is set to be unique in the global online gambling industry and...
2021-09-2046 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastSports Betting in Brazil: Opportunities & ObstaclesIn this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance's chief analyst James Kilsby speaks with Brazilian gambling law expert Luiz Felipe Maia of FYMSA Advogados in Sao Paulo about Brazil's long and winding road to regulated sports betting. Two and a half years after Brazil's Congress passed a law to legalise both land-based and online fixed-odds betting, delayed efforts to establish a concession or licensing system received a boost as lawmakers agreed to enact new legislation to lower the effective tax rates. Still, significant challenges remain, including emerging competition from state and municipal governments that last year received legal approval to...
2021-08-1139 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastU.S. Sports Betting and iGaming TrendsBONUS EPISODE: Podcast regulars Matt Carey and Danny Stone from VIXIO GamblingCompliance recently joined a Twitter Space live conversation hosted by U.S. based investment advisers Roundhill Investments. For this bonus episode of the podcast, we have taken an extract from this conversation where VIXIO's U.S. experts discuss sports betting data, trends and much more.
2021-08-0254 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastPayments Landscape: 2021 & Beyond In this episode of the VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Ian Kay, Vice President, Gaming & Trading, EMEA at leading payment processing company Worldpay from FIS. We delve into the research from Worldpay's latest Global Gaming Payments Report and discuss the crucial role that payments play within the global gambling industry.
2021-07-2230 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastThe Future For Germany's New Gambling TreatyThe long-awaited 2021 Interstate Treaty on Gambling came into force in Germany on July 1. New federal gambling regulation allows online slots and online poker at a federal level for the first time and lifts the ban on other online casino games. In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by VIXIO's Senior Analyst, Boguslaw Kott, to discuss the organisation of the gambling authority, new controversial taxes and other regulatory topics.
2021-07-0920 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastUK Gambling: A Platform for ReformWith the law governing gambling in the UK about to undergo seismic change, we sat down with co-founder of Gamban and influential figure Matt Zarb-Cousin. Following his successful campaign to reform fixed-odds betting terminals, Matt has held high-profile positions in politics and social issue campaigns, he joins us on the podcast to talk through where he believes there is a need for drastic changes.
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Ask the Operator PodcastEpisode 9- Regulating sports betting in the AmericasJames Kilsby, VP Americas for VIXIO GamblingCompliance provides a macro-analysis of the key markets for sports betting in the Americas and walks us through the latest regulatory developments.
2021-06-0436 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastUS iGaming Conundrum - Scientific Games PerspectiveThe US iGaming market has experienced phenomenal growth over the last few years, establishing the United States among the very largest online markets in the world. In this podcast episode, we are joined by Howard Glaser, global head of government affairs and special initiatives for Scientific Games, to talk about the growth of iGaming in the US and understand why online casino legislation isn't as prevalent as sports betting bills despite strong returns in the few states where it's live.
2021-06-0436 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastRiskiest Business: Global Gambling in China’s Cross-HairsVIXIO GamblingCompliance Contributing Editor for Asia, Martin Williams, discusses last month’s VIXIO special report on the threat that the Chinese government poses not only to the underground gambling industry in China, but also regulated markets in Asia and further afield struggling with the coronavirus pandemic. This episode looks at the latest fallout from Chinese government actions, the likely impacts on the land-based and online industries, and dilemmas facing operators, governments and regulators as Beijing applies anti-gambling laws to every one of its citizens on foreign soil, and even to foreign nationals and companies who profit from th...
2021-05-2633 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastFlorida In Focus: Sports Betting & The Seminole CompactIn this podcast episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance chief analyst and US VP James Kilsby joins us to preview May's special session of the Florida legislature where lawmakers will be tasked with reviewing - and approving - a landmark, multi-billion-dollar agreement with the Hard Rock-owning Seminole Tribe that could bring both retail and online sports betting to the populous Sunshine State and reset its overall gaming market for years to come. We discuss how Florida got to this point, what the new compact would mean in the context of the wider U.S. sports-betting market, and offer perspective on what...
2021-05-0738 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastKYC In A Rapidly Changing WorldIn this podcast episode, we discuss how "Know Your Customer" (KYC) regulatory requirements appear to be evolving in the response to an increasingly digital world. The focus of KYC on anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud prevention has undoubtedly expanded into harm reduction in multiple jurisdictions in the past few years. As these changes are being driven by new technologies and social concerns, gambling operators must now navigate a plethora of new risks and tools to ensure they can keep up. Whether it's overcoming the potential challenge of affordability checks or utilising open banking and cryptocurrencies, KYC in...
2021-04-2632 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastNew York Finally Green Lights Mobile Betting: What's Next?Legalised mobile sports betting in New York has been the dream of many in the gaming industry since the U.S. Supreme Court repealed PASPA. Earlier this week lawmakers reached an agreement on a plan that could produce $500 million in annual revenue three years after launching mobile betting in the state. However, complications surrounding the deal between Governor Andrew Cuomo and legislators has led to confusion and frustration among stakeholders, creating an empire state of uncertainty. In the latest episode of the podcast, we are joined by U.S. gaming expert and VIXIO GamblingCompliance Reporter...
2021-04-0839 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastUK Gambling: Change on all frontsEarlier this month the chief executive of the UK Gambling Commission made a swift exit amid a review of the Gambling Act and its own potentially seismic consultations. To discuss this we are joined by regulatory expert Dan Waugh, a partner with consultancy, Regulus Partners. He shares his view on the need for change at the regulator, what the Act review may hold and much more besides.
2021-03-2239 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastAI: The Future of Harm Reduction?The potential for artificial intelligence (AI) to guide the future of responsible gambling is compelling. But what are the risks and opportunities inherent in this approach? And just how much can AI do to protect players from harm? To discuss this intriguing subject matter and more VIXIO GamblingCompliance Report and podcast regular Harrison Sayer’s is joined for a deep dive conversation with Simo Dragicevic. Who is the Managing Director of Playtech Protect, as well as the Head of Playtech AI and Founder of BetBuddy.
2021-03-0938 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastU.S. Market Hopes & FearsThe results from a recent survey conducted by VIXIO GamblingCompliance which looks into the future for sports and casinos gambling in the U.S. revealed prevailing fears about the status of the Wire Act, the possibility of federal regulation, and much more. For this podcast episode, we are joined by show regulars and U.S. regulatory experts, James Kilsby and Matt Carey for an examination of the survey findings, as well as a discussion of the overall prospects for the U.S. gambling market in 2021 and beyond.
2021-02-2435 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastGambling's Pandemic Fortunes UncoveredThis episode of the VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast we chart the ups and the downs of the gambling industry during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. We are joining by our top data expert Danny Stone as he shares the insights his team have developed from a close look at the financial fortunes of online and offline gambling in multiple jurisdictions, including much of Europe and the U.S.
2021-02-0937 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastArgentina's Online Gambling OpportunityNearly two years after the legalisation of online gambling and sports betting, the Province of Buenos Aires has announced the seven winners of its tender process and is preparing to launch. In this episode of the podcast, Kristal Rovira, VIXIO GamblingCompliance’s Legal and Research Director of the Americas, is joined by Argentine lawyer, Tomas Garcia Botta, to discuss next steps for the Province, the enactment of a new federal tax, advertising issues and other regulatory topics.
2021-01-2633 minVixio Regulatory Radar Podcast2021 Outlook: Europe, Asia, and the AmericasAlthough the hope of an end to the pandemic dominates the view of 2021 around the world, in the meantime the pace of regulatory change in gambling shows no sign of slowing. Join VIXIO GamblingCompliance's regional experts as they take a look at the issues that will set the agenda for the year ahead in key gambling jurisdictions - Europe, Asia and the Americas. Podcast host Joe Ewens is joined by show regulars Martin Williams and James Kilsby for a detailed discussion on the hot topics affecting the industry this year, including: the rapid expansion of...
2021-01-1246 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastAustralia's Crown SlipsIn this edition of the VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast, Contributing Editor for Asia Martin Williams speaks with veteran industry consultant David Green on the troubles facing Australian casino giant Crown Resorts. The company has been under constant pressure as damage from the pandemic combines with the fallout from inquiry hearings into the suitability of its subsidiary to hold a licence for its new Sydney casino.
2020-12-1643 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastUK Casinos: COVID, 2021 and BeyondMain Episode, UK Casinos: COVID, 2021 and Beyond Recent multi-award winner at the VIXIO GamblingCompliance Global Regulatory Awards and compliance boss at Genting Casinos UK, Jon Duffy, delivers his verdict on the compliance challenges facing the UK casino industry today, the devastating impact of COVID-19 and his hopes for reforms in the government review of the Gambling Act in 2021.
2020-12-0830 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastCanada’s Sports Betting OpportunityMain Episode, Canada’s Sports Betting Opportunity As 2020 draws to a close, Canada’s gambling market has been thrown into the international spotlight, with the country's parliament considering legislation that would permit single-event sports wagering. In this episode of the VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast, U.S. based reporter Matt Carey is joined by John Levy, CEO of theScore, to talk about the opportunity legalised Canadian sports betting presents for operators and how the Toronto-based digital media company plans to capitalise on its home market of Ontario.
2020-11-3033 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastA Las Vegas Classic RevisitedMain Episode, A Las Vegas Classic Revisited Before it was imploded to make way for the Venetian, the Sands was the quintessential classic Las Vegas casino that hosted the icons of the day, from legendary musician Frank Sinatra to U.S. President John F. Kennedy. In this episode of the podcast, VIXIO GamblingCompliance US Editor Chris Sieroty is joined by historian and author David Schwartz to discuss the Sands' place in Vegas history, as well as his thoughts on the future for the iconic Las Vegas Strip.
2020-11-2344 min
Asia Gaming Brief PodcastsMartin Williams on post election China-US relations - AGBVIXIO GamblingCompliance journalist and Asia editor, Martin Williams, talks with AGB managing editor, Sharon Singleton, about whether the election of Joe Biden as president of the United States may help to reset rock-bottom Sino-U.S. relations. He says we can probably expect a different tone, but in substance, Beijing may even have a tougher time.
2020-11-1811 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastMalta's Gambling FutureMain Episode, Malta's Gambling Future Malta remains a nexus for online gambling, despite an evolving regulatory picture across most of Europe. In this episode of the VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast, WH Partners' James Scicluna joins the show to discuss the island's place in the future on the industry, as well as some of the regulatory hot topics hitting closer to home.
2020-11-1733 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastThe Future For Affiliates Main Episode, The Future For Affiliates The role of marketing affiliates in the world of online gambling has been central to success in that sector for a number of years. However, with new advertising rules popping up across Europe, and the US market developing at pace, the role of the affiliate has never been more complex. But the sometimes fractious relationship between operator and affiliate remains central to the industry. In this episode of the VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast BonusFinder’s Fintan Costello lays out his view on whether affiliates should be licensed in the UK, th...
2020-11-1036 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastYGAM's Gambling LessonsMain Episode, YGAM's Gambling Lessons The charity partner for the 2020 VIXIO GamblingCompliance Global Regulatory Awards, are YGAM, the Young Gamers & Gamblers Education Trust a charity which focuses on teaching young people and their educators how to develop the resilient skills needed to avoid harms caused by video gaming and gambling. In this episode, the charity’s founder Lee Willows and external affairs chief Daniel Bliss dig into YGAM’s past, present and future, touching on the lessons learned along the way, as well as digging into some of the thorny issues surrounding gambling charities and the...
2020-10-2349 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastLifetime Achievement Interview: Richard FlintMain Episode, Lifetime Achievement Interview: Richard Flint As we approach the fourth annual VIXIO GamblingCompliance Global Regulatory Awards, on October 29th 2020. We sat down with the winner of the Compliance Lifetime Special Achievement Award, the former Sky Bet CEO and well-known industry spokesperson Richard Flint. During his nearly 20 tenure with Sky Betting & Gaming Richard oversaw remarkable transformation and unprecedented growth, turning them into an online gambling powerhouse, while at the same time confronting head-on some of the industry’s most pressing responsible gambling challenges. His tenure saw massive growth at the sports-betting company, wh...
2020-10-1339 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastU.S. Election ImpactMain Episode, U.S. Election Impact The unique election between Donald Trump and Joe Biden will have long-lasting aftershocks for the entire world. But where does gambling fit into the mix? Two of VIXIO GamblingCompliance's Washington D.C. experts guide you through how November's seismic election battle could affect U.S. gaming, from state laws up to the potential for federal consequences.
2020-10-0940 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastJapanese Online Gambling: Risk and RealityMain Episode, Japanese Online Gambling: Risk and Reality While the growing profile of the Japanese grey online casino market provides evidence of its financial promise, it also places it at greater risk of a regulatory crackdown. Join Joe Ewens, along with podcast regular and VIXIO Asia Correspondent, Martin Williams as they survey the landscape and explore what the future may hold for one of the world’s most intriguing gambling sectors.
2020-09-2939 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastGambling Blocklist BoomMain Episode, Gambling Blocklist Boom Season two of the VIXIO GamblingCompliance podcast kicks off with a discussion on the use of blocklists in the global gambling industry. The use of blocklists as a tool to thwart the unlicensed gambling sector is at an all-time high, with 14,000 new websites added to lists across Europe in the first half of 2020 alone. On this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance data analyst Ryan Heslop joins the podcast to delve into the reasons behind this blocking boom and the success, or otherwise, of this divisive form of enforcement.
2020-09-1632 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastCoronavirus Impact: What's Next for Asia?Main Episode, Coronavirus Impact: What's Next for Asia? More than six months on from the initial outbreak in Wuhan, China, no corner of the world is unaffected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. For this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance's Taiwan-based editor Martin Williams provides yet another update on the ongoing effects the coronavirus has had on the gambling industry in Asia and beyond. Martin and Joe discuss, among other topics, the current and future prospects for crucial gambling sectors across the region, including; China, Macau, Australia, South Korea, India and more. They also discuss how a vigilant...
2020-07-3035 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastEGBA: GDPR & European TrendsMain Episode, EGBA: GDPR & European TrendsThe publication of the European Gambling and Betting Association's GDPR code last month marked the latest step in the industry's attempts to get to grips with the EU's complex data protection directive. To discuss the code, and much more beside, we spoke to the trade group's Secretary-General, Maarten Haijer.
2020-07-0635 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastUkraine: Gambling on the PrecipiceMain Episode, Ukraine: Gambling on the Precipice All eyes are on Ukraine as a bill that would massively overhaul its gambling market enters a make or break period. In this episode, lawyer Ilya Machavariani of Dentons in Moscow gives us a breakdown of what’s at stake for the future of Ukrainian gambling and what a re-legalised market would look like if the bill passes into law. He also gives us a fascinating window into the intense whirlwind of lobbying surrounding a bill which has been personally backed by the country’s President, Volo...
2020-06-2640 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastMacau: The Present and FutureMain Episode, Macau: The Present and Future The world’s richest gambling market is rapidly approaching its 2022 concession renewal, a process which could re-shape the region for the next 20 years. And with tensions between the US, Hong Kong and China already close to breaking point, Macau has rarely been more affected by the prevailing political headwinds. In this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance’s Asia Editor, Martin Williams, talks to local legal expert and former government advisor, Carlos Lobo, about the current state of affairs in Macau and how the landscape is shaping ahead of the...
2020-06-1835 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastDraft Kings Entering the U.S. Stock Market - Morgan Stanley PerspectiveMain Episode, Draft Kings Entering the U.S. Stock Market - Morgan Stanley Perspective Daily fantasy sports contest and sports betting provider DraftKing's explosive entry onto the US stock market scene has drawn attention from far and wide across the gambling industry and wider mainstream media. On this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance Reporter and podcast regular Matt Carey is joined by Thomas Allen, Morgan Stanley's Lodging and Leisure analyst as he shares his view on the sustainability of the sports betting operator's meteoric rise. ***** Morgan Stanley Disclosure The information and opinions in Morgan Stanley Research were prepared by Morgan Stanley...
2020-06-0124 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastRegulatory Forecast of Latin AmericaMain Episode, Regulatory Forecast of Latin America The often unpredictable legislative landscape of Latin America is currently witnessing a spike in efforts to regulate online gambling. To delve into the complexities, we spoke to VIXIO GamblingCompliance’s in-house Latin American expert, Kristal Rovira, for a look at what’s happening now and what’s next for gambling laws in Brazil, Argentina, Colombia and beyond.
2020-05-1426 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastPayments in a PandemicMain Episode, Payments in a Pandemic. With the global economy under unprecedented strain, gambling’s relationship with payments and banking has not escaped the upheaval. From a future where punters fear the virus-transmitting powers of cash to the struggles of effective affordability checks during a lockdown. VIXIO GamblingCompliance reporter Harrison Sayers delivers a financial forecast that touches on KYC and the ongoing debate over cryptocurrencies and challenger banks in gambling.
2020-05-0424 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastCoronavirus Impact: Asia RevisitedMain Episode, Coronavirus Impact: Asia Revisited. This episode is the finale of a three-part update on the ongoing effects the coronavirus has had on the global gambling industry. For this episode, VIXIO GamblingCompliance's Taiwan-based editor Martin Williams provides an update on Asia, the original source of the virus. Martin and Joe discuss, among other topics, how South Korea could be viewed as a model for Western countries in their battle against infection and reflect on new infection spikes, the uncertainty of Chinese reporting and many other factors that suggest the impact of the pandemic on...
2020-03-3132 minVixio Regulatory Radar PodcastCoronavirus Impact: The U.S.Main Episode, Coronavirus Impact: U.S. Recorded under lockdown conditions from London and social isolation in Washington D.C., this episode pulls in podcast regular Matt Carey to give an overview of how the coronavrius epidemic is affecting the US gambling industry. As well as a roundup of shutdowns across the nation, Matt and Joe discuss the knock-on effect COVID-19 is likely to have on pending sports betting legislation and how lotteries, in many states the last gambling sector standing, are adapting to the new reality. This is the second in a trio...
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