Ep 451: Superbet secures €1.3bn Blackstone charge-up

02/11/25 • 20 min

In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Martyn Elliott, SBC’s Project Director, is joined by Ted Menmuir, SBC’s Content Director, to delve deeper into Superbet’s recent announcement of a €1.3bn refinancing package led by Blackstone.

The duo explore the implications of this funding for Superbet’s market expansion and potential M&A activities, while also probing what future opportunities Blackstone envisions for Superbet's future growth.

The conversation also touches on the challenges and considerations surrounding IPOs in the gaming sector, particularly in Europe, Superbet’s options in Brazil and how inflated valuations are complicating acquisitions in the industry.

To find out more about the topics discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:

Superbet nets €1.3bn funding backed by Blackstone to pursue Giant Status

Host: Martyn Elliott
Guest: Ted Menmuir
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: James Ross

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To find out more about the topics discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:

Superbet nets €1.3bn funding backed by Blackstone to pursue Giant Status

Host: Martyn Elliott
Guest: Ted Menmuir
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: James Ross

Remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

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Ep 450: The alarming rise of fake games with CasinoReviews' Duncan Garvie

In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Joe Streeter, Editor of iGaming Expert, is joined by Duncan Garvie, Head of ADR Services at CasinoReviews.com, to discuss the alarming rise of fake games in the iGaming industry.

They explore how counterfeit games are created and the challenges in tracking down the developers, as well as the impact of fake games on both vulnerable players and legitimate online slot suppliers.

The conversation also highlights the role of streamers and affiliates in promoting these games, the need for better consumer protection measures and the importance of raising awareness about this issue and the steps that can be taken to combat it.

To find out more about the topics discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:

Duncan Garvie: the rise of fake games and their 'morally reprehensible' marketing - iGaming Expert

Host: Joe Streeter
Guest: Duncan Garvie
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: James Ross

Remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.

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Ep 452: Entain’s shock departure and Catena navigates Google volatility

In this episode of iGaming Daily, supported by Optimove, Martyn Elliott, SBC’s Project Director, and Joe Streeter, Editor of iGaming Expert, delve deeper into the latest news from the iGaming industry.

On the agenda is Entain CEO Gavin Isaacs’ shock departure from the organisation and a potentially landmark case involving Paddy Power regarding terms and conditions that may have greater implications for the rest of the iGaming industry.

Later on in the episode, the duo also discuss recent results from Catena Media as the firm’s CEO, Manuel Stan, cited back-to-back Google updates for elevated volatility and also the ongoing discussions surrounding Thailand’s integrated resorts bill.

To find out more about the topics discussed in today's episode, click on the following links:

https://igamingexpert.com/news/affiliates/catena-media-naviagtes-google-headwinds/
- https://igamingexpert.com/regions/asia/thailand-bill-setback/
- https://igamingexpert.com/regions/europe/entain-ceo-gavin-isaacs-departs/
- https://igamingexpert.com/news/games/paddy-power-legal-battle-in-the-uk/

Host: Martyn Elliott
Guest: Joe Streeter
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor: James Ross

Remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.