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Once again, football's relationship with betting is in the spotlight, after EFL Chairman Rick Parry took a seemingly unique stance among high-profile figures in the game, stating that EFL research reveals that there isn’t any evidence that ‘sponsorship leads to an increase in gambling or gambling harm’.With this being one of the strongest public comments in support of betting sponsorships and advertisements, how valid a defence is the importance of the financial support the industry provides? To what end does the investment by Flutter, EFL sponsor Sky Bet's parent company, going to research and education, counteract the much publicised potential negatives around betting sponsors?To discuss this, Insider Sport's Callum Williams hosts a special iGaming Daily episode, joined by Insider Sport editor and author of the IS story on the topic at hand, as well as SBC Sponsorship Director George Harborne.To read more: https://insidersport.com/2023/11/09/efl-chairman-weve-seen-no-evidence-sponsorship-leads-to-increase-in-gambling/ Host: Callum WilliamsGuests: Joe Streeter, George HarborneProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldNext up for SBC Events is beautiful Rio, SBC Summit Rio will place a spotlight on critical aspects such as regulatory frameworks, localized product offerings, operator-media relationships, sports integrity, data rights, and sponsorship opportunities. Visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-rio/ for more info, and to get your ticket!

The sports commission in Brazil approved a report from Senator Romário, former Barcelona and PSV forward and 1994 World Cup Winner, which includes longer times for licenses and interestingly, an amendment that bans advertising and sponsorships. Amidst a pushback from pro clubs, Goiás Senator Jorge Kajuru, himself a Sports Broadcaster, has guaranteed there will be no such restrictions.To make sense of this, SBC Noticias' Fernando Noodt makes his hosting debut after many appearances on the other side of the desk, and is joined by our resident Brazil expert, Isadora Marcante of SBC Notícias Brasil. Isa takes us through the report, the reaction to the advertising restrictions, what happens next and the likely timeline of this moving forward. To read more: Elisa Marcante's piece on Kajuru's promise: https://sbcnoticias.com/br/kajuru-publicidade-apostas-futebol/Isadora's interview with Tiago Gomes: https://share.transistor.fm/s/3f8007b4Host: Fernando NoodtGuest: Isadora MarcanteProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldFor more Brazil, join SBC in Rio next February - SBC Summit Rio will place a spotlight on critical aspects such as regulatory frameworks, localized product offerings, operator-media relationships, sports integrity, data rights, and sponsorship opportunities. Visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-rio/ for more info, and to get your ticket!

Our resident casino experts flocked to iGaming Daily to continue the ongoing discussions about casino branding. Outgoing CasinoBeats Editor Craig Davies is joined by SlotBeats' Danny Lee, and host Conor Porter to discuss the online casino lobby, the importance of branding, and how to stand out in the online casino world. Including how to compete with the "juggernauts" and the combination of branding, design and slot selection needed to attract players. Host: Conor PorterGuests: Craig Davies, Danny LeeProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldNext up for SBC Events is beautiful Rio, SBC Summit Rio will place a spotlight on critical aspects such as regulatory frameworks, localized product offerings, operator-media relationships, sports integrity, data rights, and sponsorship opportunities. Visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-rio/ for more info, and to get your ticket!

In today's episode, sponsored by SBC Summit Rio, SBC News Senior Journalist Ted Orme-Claye delved into one of the hallmarks of the UK sports betting industry, greyhound racing. Ted spoke to Garry Nash, Managing Director of Premier Greyhound Racing to discuss the current state of the sport, how to make it more accessible for fans both at the track and at home, as well as discussing the general perception of the sport and some misconceptions, before going on to cover the regulatory landscape and political situation with regards to affordability checks, as well as Lord Lipsey's position as Chairman of PGR. Host: Ted Orme-ClayeGuest: Garry NashProducer: James RossEditor: Anaya McDonaldNext up for SBC Events is beautiful Rio, SBC Summit Rio will place a spotlight on critical aspects such as regulatory frameworks, localized product offerings, operator-media relationships, sports integrity, data rights, and sponsorship opportunities. Visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-rio/ for more info, and to get your ticket!

To conclude the week, iGaming Daily has a special guest to host the podcast to discuss responsible gaming throughout the sector. Andrea McGeachin, CEO at Neosurf, takes control of hosting duties on the latest episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by SBC Summit Rio, as she is joined by Bill Pascrell, III, Partner, Princeton Public Affairs Group, to discuss how the two met and their RG passion and a call to action for payment firms to 'come to the table'.Host: Andrea McGeachinGuest: Bill Pascrell, IIIProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossThis week also witnessed the launch of SBC's brand new industry initiative, the Player Protection Hub. The new home of player protection content, research, education and discussion. You can register by visiting playerprotectionhub.com, or by clicking the banner in the digital event platform, and head over after this session to join in the discussionsNext up for SBC Events is beautiful Rio, SBC Summit Rio will place a spotlight on critical aspects such as regulatory frameworks, localized product offerings, operator-media relationships, sports integrity, data rights, and sponsorship opportunities. Visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-rio/ for more info, and to get your ticket!

This week, SBC Media launched its latest podcast series titled Behind The Badge, led by SBC Sponsorship’s George Harborne, and a rotating cast of SBC Editorial experts, the podcast will include conversations with sports teams across the globe about the commercial side of the industry.As an iGaming Daily bonus episode, we present to you the first episode of Behind The Badge with Burnley Football Club’s Head of Commercial, Marcus Mellor. To keep up-to-date with Behind The Badge, click here, to be directed to the podcast's official LinkedIn page and make sure to follow. Additionally, subscribe to SBC's YouTube channel here to keep in the loop of all multimedia offerings. 

We are less than a week away from the official launch of ESPN BET and the picture is becoming clearer about how Penn and the Worldwide Leader in Sports will interplay once it is launched and accepting wagers. What do we know so far and what do we think about the delicate balance between utilising the brand and maintaining integrity? This will be the topic of discussion on today's episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by SBC Summit Rio, where Jessica Welman is once again joined by her SBC Americas colleague, Charlie Horner. To read more on the topic of today's podcast, click on the following links:- https://sbcamericas.com/2023/11/07/espn-bet-college-gameday-sportsbook/- https://sbcamericas.com/2023/11/06/fanduel-espn-competition-profitable/- https://sbcamericas.com/2023/11/02/espn-bet-to-launch-in-17-states-on-november-14/Host: Jessica WelmanGuest: Charlie HornerProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossNext up for SBC Events is beautiful Rio, SBC Summit Rio will place a spotlight on critical aspects such as regulatory frameworks, localized product offerings, operator-media relationships, sports integrity, data rights, and sponsorship opportunities. Visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-rio/ for more info, and to get your ticket!

After the bill that regulated sports betting in Brazil was approved, and is to be voted on in the senate, the federal government have published the first ordinance or 'portaria' establishing the general rules for the industry. This focuses around customer engagement, how long operators have to demonstrate interest in the market, ties to athletes or sports officials, financial security and more. To discuss this, we brought in one of the foremost gaming law experts in Brazil, Tiago Gomes, Partner (Sócio) at Ambiel, Manssur, Belfiore, Gomes, Hanna Advogados, a corporate law firm in São Paulo. Tiago spoke with our very own Isadora Marcante of SBC Notícias Brasil to look through the porteria through the legal lens. Host: Isadora MarcanteGuest: Tiago GomesProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldNext up for SBC Events is beautiful Rio, SBC Summit Rio will place a spotlight on critical aspects such as regulatory frameworks, localized product offerings, operator-media relationships, sports integrity, data rights, and sponsorship opportunities. Visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-rio/ for more info, and to get your ticket!

As the Twilight hour passes, the undead finally rest and the werewolves howl at the moon for a final time for another 12 months, the Halloween season comes to a close. During this time, the slot sector has witnessed an abundance of seasonal themed slots, including a recent Beyond the Reels slot, Treasures of the Count, and, though the spooky era has ended, bonfire’s have been extinguished, the slot industry is still at the start of its seasonal themed period with turkey’s on the line for thanksgiving and jolly ol’ Saint Nick doing the rounds. And this will be the topic of today’s podcast as James Ross is joined by Craig Davies and Danny Lee to talk all things seasonal slots and if there is still importance to them or just a staple in the calendar. To watch the latest Beyond the Reels interview, click the following link: - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MP3KezenG0s&t=142sHost: James RossGuests: Craig Davies & Danny LeeProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossNext up for SBC Events is beautiful Rio, SBC Summit Rio will place a spotlight on critical aspects such as regulatory frameworks, localized product offerings, operator-media relationships, sports integrity, data rights, and sponsorship opportunities. Visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-rio/ for more info, and to get your ticket!

Prior to posting its Q3 trading update, Entain had warned investors of ‘aggravating factors’ impacting period trading and lowering the firm’s full-year earnings guidance. Year comparatives see the FTSE giant maintain revenue growth, primarily due to the continued expansion of the BetMGM joint-venture. Yet results cannot hide the lacklustre trading of its European brands, reporting pro forma revenue declines across online and retail segments. Acting on the front foot, Entain’s leadership has triggered a new corporate strategy, streamlining operations to improve earnings and shareholder value as company investors are told that Entain will soften its M&A strategy.Joining Martyn Elliott, Senior Media Manager at SBC, and on today’s episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by SBC Summit Rio, is Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, and Charlie Horner, Senior Journalist working on SBC Americas and also Editor of Canadian Gaming Business magazine. To find out more on the topic discussed in today's podcast, click on the following links:- https://sbcnews.co.uk/featurednews/2023/11/03/entain-streamline-plans/- https://sbcamericas.com/2023/11/02/entainbetmgm-q3-market-share-targets/Host: Martyn ElliottGuests: Ted Menmuir & Charlie HornerProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: James RossNext up for SBC Events is beautiful Rio, SBC Summit Rio will place a spotlight on critical aspects such as regulatory frameworks, localized product offerings, operator-media relationships, sports integrity, data rights, and sponsorship opportunities. Visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-rio/ for more info, and to get your ticket!