NEXT.io Podcast

🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #161 with Marina Ilina, CEO of PIN-UP Global & Founder of PIN-UP Foundation 🌐 🚨 Dive into the fascinating world of iGaming in this episode of the NEXT.io Podcast! Join our host Pierre Lindh as he engages in a deep-dive conversation with Marina Ilina. 🎧 Marina Ilina sheds light on the strategies fueling PIN-UP's ascent, delving into effective leadership tactics and the organization's response to contemporary challenges. This episode explores the impact of the team's core values on business outcomes and examines how the internal dynamics within the ecosystem have revolutionized PIN-UP's workplace. It also delves into the lofty ambitions of the PIN-UP Foundation and its vision for the future.🔍 ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction of Marina Ilina 00:49 - The Secret Behind PIN-UP's Success 02:30 - Key Traits of Effective Leadership 09:26 - Recent Challenges Faced by PIP-UP 12:30 - Embracing Diversity in the Workplace 14:00 - The Establishment and Objectives of the PIN-UP Foundation 18:42 - Overview of the Current Start-Up Landscape 20:20 - PIN-UP's Anti-Fraud System 23:40 - Marina's Forecasts for the iGaming Industry in the Next 3 Years 💼 ABOUT Marina Ilina: Marina Ilina worked as a product/operations manager in an IT company and as a consultant for technology companies since 2014. Following that, she founded her own product, which grew into an international business ecosystem, in 2016. Today, it is the PIN-UP Global, where Marina Ilina serves as the CEO. Is a full-cycle ecosystem with in-house products and services for the gaming industry: software development, customer service, management, marketing, legal and financial support, and much more. Today PIN-UP Global is represented in six countries (Cyprus, Ukraine, Poland, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Peru), has more than 2200 employees, and operates in eight different areas – PIN-UP.TECH, PIN-UP.BUSINESS, PIN-UP.CRM, PIN-UP.TRAFFIC, PIN-UP.PLAY, PIN-UP.CARE, PIN-UP.TEAM, PIN-UP.INVESTMENTS. In 2022, Marina Ilina founded the charitable foundation PIN-UP Foundation. 🔔 Join us for this insightful journey into the dynamics of iGaming leadership and innovation. Don't forget to hit the like button, share your thoughts in the comments, and subscribe to NEXT.io for more exclusive content with industry leaders! _____ This episode of the NEXT.io Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at NEXT.io, and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

30 Nov 202325min

🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #162 with Pierre Lindh and Kristian Nylén, Co-founder & CEO 🌐 🚨 Tune in to an insightful episode of the NEXT.io Podcast! Join our host Pierre Lindh as he engages in an in-depth conversation with Kristian Nylén. They delve into the inner workings of Kambi, exploring its rise, challenges, and strategic moves in the dynamic world of sports betting. 🎧 Kristian Nylén offers an exclusive peek into his journey, shedding light on Kambi's strategic successes and hurdles in the US market. The episode dives into the reasons behind Kambi's acquisitions, its potential as an acquisition target, and the company's aspirations in emerging technologies like AI and micro betting. 🔍 ⏰ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction of Kristian Nylén 01:05 - Kristian's Background 02:33 - Kambi's Success in the US 05:20 - Kambi's Challenges in the US 10:47 - Kambi as an Acquisition Target 15:57 - Rationale Behind Kambi’s Acquisitions 19:14 - Expectations in Esports 21:17 - AI Opportunities in Sports Betting 27:12 - AI Tool Predictions for Kambi 30:53 - MicroBetting and Current Betting Experience 35:18 - Future Revenue Goals and New Markets for Kambi 40:12 - Emerging Technologies 41:55 - Personal Motivation Behind Work 💼 ABOUT Kristian Nylén:Kristian first entered the industry as a sports trader with Unibet in 2000 and within three years had assumed responsibility for Unibet’s entire Sportsbook operation. Kristian became CEO of Kambi upon its formation in 2010, leading the company to become the world’s leading sports betting partner. 🔔 Dive deep into the world of sports betting with this episode! Hit the like button, share your thoughts, and remember to subscribe to NEXT.io for unparalleled insights and direct encounters with the luminaries of the industry! _____ This episode of the NEXT.io Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at NEXT.io, and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Play – Industry-leading content provider

28 Nov 202343min

- Catena Media ends strategic review with €19.8m sale of Italian assets. - Q3 2023: Catena Media sees investor exodus after 28% revenue drop. - Catena Media defends risk appetite as AskGamblers “thrives” at GiG. - Entain faces further investor scrutiny as US hedge funds enter the fray. Hang out with Jake Evans & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the NEXT.io Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know.

23 Nov 202335min

- LIVE from our studio with the three musketeers- Jake Evans, Pierre Lindh & Nico Jansen! - DraftKings' epic turnaround - FanDuel, ESPN Bet -SIGMA ... and much more! Hang out with Jake Evans, Pierre Lindh & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the NEXT.io Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

17 Nov 202356min

- Bigwinboard battles UK Gambling Commission over affiliate legal rights - Learnings from earnings: Margins squeezed as bookies lament Q3 sports results Hang out with Jake Evans, Conor Mulheir & Nico Jansen with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the NEXT.io Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

15 Nov 202338min

🎙️ Welcome to episode #06 of Vested Interest, the podcast where iGaming and sports betting enthusiasts find their edge, hosted by the insightful Pierre Lindh. This episode delivers a comprehensive dissection of the G2E event, ESPN Bet's logo controversy, the evolving landscape of Sweepstakes Casinos, and an exclusive deep dive into Eberg Capital with Roger Ehrenberg. Embark on a knowledge-rich journey with Pierre, as he navigates through the vibrant and complex world of iGaming. This episode delves into the nuances of public relations and growth hacks of industry giants to the entrepreneurial qualities that forge success in the iGaming sphere. 🕒 Timestamps: 00:00-G2E Feedback 05:07-Different PR Techniques 20:13-Tinder Creation and Their Growth Hacks 24:44-The Definition of Sweepstakes Casinos 37:52-Attributes Needed for a Founder to Be Successful 50:17-Roger Ehrenberg’s Introduction 55:05-SlamBall and Alternatives 58:54-Challenges as a VC and How to Overcome Them 01:03:42-What Roger Looks for in a Founder 01:08:54-How Much of a Business's Success Comes Down to the Founder 01:11:11-Roger's Book Recommendations for Founders Join Pierre and his guests: Lloyd Danzig, the astute Managing Partner; Benjie Cherniak, the Principal with a keen eye for innovation; and Roger Ehrenberg, the Managing Partner of IA Capital Partners, IA Sports Ventures, and Eberg Capital, as they explore the intricacies and the future trajectory of iGaming Industry. 💼 ABOUT Roger Ehrenberg: Managing Partner, IA Capital Partners, IA Sports Ventures, and Eberg Capital Founding is an investment firm focused on sports franchise and sports-related venture capital investments. Previously Founding Partner of IA Ventures, a top performing seed stage venture firm based in NYC. Also run the Eberg Family Office which has an array of investments across early and late-stage venture capital, real estate, hospitality and sports. Member of the ownership groups of Alpine F1 Racing, the Miami Marlins and Real Salt Lake. Deeply committed to the rejuvenation of Downtown Detroit through investments in affordable housing and related neighborhood projects. For essential iGaming knowledge, like, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE. Don't miss out on monthly episodes brimming with expert analyses, captivating stories, and the latest developments in iGaming. Dive deep into the vibrant core of the iGaming universe right here. 🎲🎰🎧 _____ This episode of the iGaming NEXT Podcast is hosted by Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder/MD at iGaming NEXT and is brought to you by: Pragmatic Solutions – Leading iGaming platform technology.

14 Nov 20231h 14min

- Better Collective to acquire Playmaker Capital in €176m deal - GiG to buy KaFe Rocks for €37.5m amid record Q3 revenue Hang out with Jake Evans & Conor Mulheir with an expert panel of special guests on our Weekly News live stream, every Thursday at 3PM CET across all our social media channels. We'll dive into the freshest iGaming news and explore the most captivating stories of the week. This is your chance to join the conversation, share your thoughts, and connect with a community of iGaming enthusiasts. Tune in to the NEXT.io Weekly News Roundup for a real-time, unfiltered take on the industry's hottest developments. Be cool, be curious, be in the know

9 Nov 202334min

After the head of Germany’s gambling regulator suggested this week that “there is no evidence of a decrease in sales in the licensed gaming market in Germany,” Weekly News invites a panel of expert guest speakers to inspect this claim.Join Conor Mulheir, Nico Jansen and an esteemed panel of guests including Melchers Law Firm senior partner Dr. Joerg Hofmann, president of DSWV Mathias Dahms, Merkur Sports and Gaming MD Dirk Quermann, Hybrid Interaction CEO Shahar Attias and VP of global gaming at IDnow, Roger Redfearn-Tyrzyk, for this fascinating discussion on the past, present and future of Germany’s online gambling market

26 Okt 202359min