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Welcome to iGaming World: Day-to-Day by SiGMA Group – your daily pulse on iGaming, tech, and business. Here, we cut through the noise, with episodes covering sharp observations, timely regulatory updates, and trends that impact the industry. Beyond the traditional podcast format, you’ll also find in-depth business-to-government interviews, hot topic discussions and global conference highlights, all under one platform. Fast. Focused. Essential. Plug in, press play, and stay privy to all the conversations driving iGaming forward, day in, day out.

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September 10, 20267 min

EP 610: Mexico Gaming Reform: What Needs to Change?

At SiGMA North America 2026, reporter Carolina Vallejo speaks with Alfredo Lazcano, Partner at Lazcano Sámano, about the regulatory changes Mexico’s gaming market needs. Lazcano outlines five areas for potential reform, including an independent regulator, international technical standards, direct licensing for operators and suppliers, reasonable taxation, and responsible gaming. The discussion also examines measures to combat illegal gambling, including enforcement against payment processors, marketing companies, influencers, and gaming suppliers. Lazcano also addresses gaps between policymakers and the regulated industry, highlighting technical standards, tax policy, and consumer protection. Guests: Lazcano Sámano Connect with the iGaming community: SiGMA World Official: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter | Linktree

August 27, 202615 min

EP609: Can Poker Finally Go Mainstream? Betsson’s Jostein Grodum on the Future of Poker

In this episode of Poker Face , Ivonne Montealegre sits down with Jostein Grodum, Head of Poker at Betsson, to discuss his journey from customer support to leading Betsson’s poker division. Grodum shares insights into the company’s approach to poker, his favourite live events, the challenges preventing poker from becoming truly global, and the impact of regulation on liquidity. He also discusses Betsson’s rollout of mixed games, the role of poker within its wider sportsbook offering, upcoming live events and how major sporting occasions such as the World Cup can create new opportunities for poker operators and players. Host: Ivonne Montealegre, Poker Face podcast, SiGMA Podcast Guest: Jostein Grodum Head of Poker, Betsson

August 14, 20263 min

EP608: Can Finland’s New Gambling System Restore Trust?

Finland is moving away from its gambling monopoly towards a new licensing system designed to bring operators into the regulated market, increase channelisation and strengthen consumer protection. In this interview, Hon. Sinuhe Wallinheimo discusses why Finland’s existing model stopped working in the digital era, what the new framework aims to achieve, and what international operators should know about the Finnish market. He also reflects on lessons Finland can learn from Malta’s established iGaming ecosystem and previews his SiGMA World keynote in Rome, where he will explore the country’s historic gambling reform and its implications for operators, regulators and Finnish society. Guest: Hon. Sinuhe Wallinheimo - Finnish politician and Member of the Finnish ParliamentConnect with the iGaming community: SiGMA World Official: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter | Linktree

August 14, 20266 min

EP607: Can iGaming balance innovation, compliance and growth?

Mauro Miceli, Director at BetStarters, discusses the evolving relationship between iGaming operators and regulators, and why collaboration is essential for sustainable industry growth. He explores how compliance can be embedded into innovation from the outset, the priorities Malta should consider to maintain its competitive position, and the growing role of AI in player safety and operational efficiency. Miceli also addresses the challenges posed by the black market, the importance of public confidence and the need for skilled talent as technology reshapes the sector. Watch the full conversation for insights into the future of regulated iGaming and Malta’s role within it. Guest: Mauro Miceli, Director of Operations, BetStarters Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld

August 11, 202611 min

EP606: Why forming strong partnerships is important for business growth

Delulu Gaming CEO Arthur Sheikhaliev spoke with SiGMA's Mark Anthony Borg about Delulu's business growth journey and ambitions moving forward, with topics discussed including how Delulu's origins came to be, the value operators place upon effective player engagement, and how Delulu approach cultivating strong partnerships with gaming operators and aggregators. Sheikhaliev also discussed emerging exciting regional markets in the world of iGaming, as he emphasised the importance of every team within a company understanding the product on offer and how to best approach the market with said product. Guest: Arthur Sheikhaliev, Delulu Gaming CEO Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld

August 11, 202610 min

EP605: How player retention fulfils a key role for iGaming suppliers

Delulu Gaming CCO Danielle Calafato spoke with SiGMA's Mark Anthony Borg in an exclusive interview where she detailed Delulu's approach to player retention and why it places significant value on effective player engagement and retention techniques, as well as effective market research in order to understand what products and approaches may work best in different markets. Calafato also spoke about Delulu's approach to partnerships as an iGaming supplier, particularly emphasising the benefits of a selective and collaborative approach which targets operators with a long-term growth mindset aligning with that of Delulu Guest: Danielle Calafato, Delulu Gaming CCO Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld

July 31, 202620 min

EP604: From tax secrecy to transparency | Daniela Psaila on the future of global tax cooperation

How has international tax cooperation evolved from secrecy to transparency? In this episode, Franklin Cachia sits down with Daniela Psaila, Director of International Tax Cooperation at the Malta Tax and Customs Administration, to discuss the transformation of global tax administration over the past two decades. They explore automatic exchange of information, Common Reporting Standards, the EU's DAC framework, taxpayer confidentiality, GDPR, and the growing role of AI and advanced data analytics. Discover how international collaboration is reshaping compliance, strengthening trust, and helping tax authorities use data more effectively in an increasingly digital world. Guest: Daniela Psaila, Director of International Tax Cooperation at the Malta Tax and Customs AdministrationConnect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld

July 30, 202634 min

EP603: Can Europe Simplify Tax Without Sacrificing Competitiveness?

Europe's competitiveness depends on more than policy ambitions. It requires practical tax simplification that supports investment and reduces unnecessary compliance. In this episode, host Trudy Marie Muscat speaks with Mariella Caruana, Deputy Director for Taxation at BusinessEurope, about the EU's competitiveness agenda, the impact of Pillar Two, DAC reforms, regulatory complexity, and the urgent need to create a more business-friendly tax environment. They discuss the legacy of the Draghi Report, the European Commission's simplification agenda, and why businesses need certainty to compete globally. Discover what meaningful tax reform could mean for Europe's future growth and investment. Guest: Mariella Caruana, Deputy Director for Taxation, BusinessEurope Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld

July 17, 202611 min

EP602: How AI Is Changing Football Betting Forever

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way football fans discover betting brands, compare odds and make decisions during the FIFA World Cup. In this exclusive SiGMA Podcast, Cyrielle Delmas speaks with Justin Deaville, Managing Director at Receptional, about groundbreaking research into how AI platforms such as ChatGPT and Google AI are reshaping the sports betting industry. From AI recommendations and brand trust to the emergence of a global super tier of operators, discover why content, reputation and visibility are becoming more valuable than traditional advertising. Learn what betting brands must do now to remain competitive in an AI-driven future. Guest: Justin Deaville, Managing Director, Receptional Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld

July 16, 202615 min

EP601: How AI is reshaping business operations | Denis Romanovskiy, Chief AI Officer at SOFTSWISS

Artificial intelligence is moving beyond experimentation and into everyday business operations. In this exclusive interview, Cyrielle Delmas speaks with Denis Romanovskiy, Chief AI Officer at SOFTSWISS, about the real challenges organisations face when adopting AI. From organisational change and cross-functional collaboration to governance, security and workforce transformation, Denis explains why successful AI implementation depends on people as much as technology. He also shares practical examples of AI-driven automation, discusses the future of AI agents in business, and previews the SOFTSWISS Tech Raise Summit, where technology leaders will exchange insights on innovation, scalability and digital transformation. Guest: Denis Romanovskiy, Chief AI Officer, SOFTSWISS Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld