Best Sjoerd Handgraaf Podcasts (2025)

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Law, Loopholes & Legal Battles – Dr. Justyna Grusza-Głębicka on Fighting Illegal Gambling and Closing Regulatory Gaps 34:52

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14h ago34:52

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Send us a text Illegal gambling, influencer loopholes, and the legal blind spots no one wants to talk about. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Justyna Grusza-Głębicka, one of the sharpest minds in gambling law, to unpack the challenges of regulation in Poland — from state monopolies and social media risks to why only 38% of players can spot a l…

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Firewalls, Real Threats & Why Cybersecurity Isn’t Just for IT Anymore 48:06

8d ago48:06

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Send us a text Cybersecurity isn’t just IT’s problem anymore—it's everyone’s business. In this episode, we’re joined by Martin Stoefler, Co-Founder of OSM Solutions, to unpack why the human element is just as critical as the tech in today’s security landscape. From building tailored defense strategies to translating Capture The Flag training into r…

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Politics, Passion, and the Path Forward: A Conversation with Bill Pascrell III 1:22:21

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Send us a text Today’s guest isn’t just shaping the future, he helped rewrite the rules of the game. Literally. Joining me is Bill Pascrell III, lobbyist, strategist, policy warrior, and one of the most influential voices behind the legalization of sports betting in the United States. If you've followed the rise of iGaming, sports betting, or the p…

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The European Accessibility Act A Wake-Up Call for the Gambling Industry 1:19:46

1M ago1:19:46

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Rene Perkins, Founder & CEO of CityMaaS, who is making the digital world more inclusive one click at a time… and Jessica Maier, Co-Founder of EGARA - legal powerhouse helping gambling operators prepare for the European Accessibility Act — before it bites. Today, we’re talking accessibility — not jus…

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Mindshifting and Redefining High Performance in Today’s Tech Leadership 56:33

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Anna Liebel, a Mindshifter who helps entrepreneurial leaders and their teams stay sane while building the next big thing, and perform optimally without personal sacrifice. She partners with founders and executive teams who feel trapped by the pressure to succeed, and guides them to build sustainable…

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Introducing a new podcast: Sharetribe Founder Stories - Marcel Fairbairn of GearSource 44:00

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**This is a one-off cross-promotional episode of our new podcast: Sharetribe Founder Stories.** This new podcast features interviews with founders building successful online marketplaces with Sharetribe. Discover how founders identified opportunities, overcame challenges, and scaled their platforms—from their first transaction to millions in GMV. E…

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From Rave Floors to Casino Floors: Jim Preedy on Reinventing Himself from DJ to iGaming Pioneer 1:02:25

2M ago1:02:25

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Jim Preedy – the man who went from warming up for Oakenfold and Sasha at the legendary Hacienda of Wales, to building over 140 iGaming titles with Concept Gaming. They dive into his double life as a DJ and podiatrist, the wild moment a party game sparked a gaming business, and why Enter the Dragon i…

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Building Resilient iGaming Security with Patrick Camilleri 42:06

2M ago42:06

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Patrick Camilleri - Co-Founder and CEO at 56Bit. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from…

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Snap-to-Earn & The Web3 Shift - Inside Japan’s Consumer Crypto Boom 36:51

2M ago36:51

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Joei Hoshino (SNPIT). We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us an email with…

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Solving the Marketplace Puzzle - Insights from Sharetribe’s CMO, Sjoerd Handgraaf 56:25

2M ago56:25

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Sjoerd Handgraaf, Chief Marketing Officer at Sharetribe. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to h…

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The Future of Online Poker – Market Trends, Player Behavior & What’s Next 41:15

3M ago41:15

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO at EvenBet Gaming. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you!…

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S3E09: Season 3 Recap: six key takeaways 29:09

3M ago29:09

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In this solo episode, Sjoerd wraps up Season 3 of Two-Sided, summarizing key lessons from eight insightful conversations with leading marketplace investors. He highlights essential themes like leveraging network effects for defensibility, the power of starting small before scaling, succeeding in B2B marketplaces, and how AI is reshaping the future.…

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Why One-Size Cybersecurity Doesn’t Work – with Richard Bourne 20:36

3M ago20:36

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Richard Bourne, CEO at Liverton Security. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! D…

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Building Scalable HR & Winning Teams with Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld 38:37

3M ago38:37

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld, seasoned HR leader with over 25 years of experience helping startups and established companies build scalable HR foundations; Founder and CEO of Retain LLC. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a to…

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Tech Meets Taboo - Disrupting the Future of Pleasure 44:55

4M ago44:55

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Pauline Schmiechen - Growth Consultant & Co-Founder at Kotti Konsulting. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest…

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S3E08 - Building defensible marketplaces: insights on network effects and AI - Pete Flint (NFX) 27:01

4M ago27:01

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In this episode, we dive into the world of marketplaces with Pete Flint, co-founder of NFX, one of the leading venture firms specializing in network effects. Pete brings decades of marketplace experience, from the founding team at Lastminute.com to the creation of Trulia and its merger with Zillow. At NFX, Pete and his team have a unique perspectiv…

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Building & Leading in iGaming Revenue Growth, Strategy & Leadership with Tamar Badashvili 56:10

4M ago56:10

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Tamar Badashvili. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us an email with you…

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Building Your Brand in iGaming, Networking & The Power of Events with Sonya Sverdlova 33:17

4M ago33:17

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Sonya Sverdlova. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us an email with your…

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S3E07 - Disrupting Legacy Industries with B2B Marketplaces - Laurens Groenendijk & Bas Rieter (DFF) 37:32

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In this episode, we dive into the world of B2B marketplace investments with Laurens Groenendrijk and Bas Rieter from DFF Ventures. With years of experience as founders and investors, Bas and Laurens (as co-founder of JustEat and Treatwell) share valuable insights into building and scaling marketplaces that disrupt traditional industries. Tune in fo…

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Beyond the Buzz - Marketing, Strategy & Industry Trends with Tereza Melicharkova 37:06

4M ago37:06

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Tereza Melicharkova - Head of Marketing at Elantil. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear f…

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S3E06 - From first revenue to breakout success - Colin Gardiner (Yonder.vc) 33:33

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In this episode, we’re joined by Colin Gardiner, a seasoned operator and investor in the marketplace space. From his experience scaling Outdoorsy to leading early-stage investments, Colin dives into the critical elements that make marketplaces succeed and thrive. Highlights: Why unique supply is key: Colin explains how aggregating truly unique supp…

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Breaking Barriers in iGaming Marketing – A Conversation with Marija Hammon 35:59

4M ago35:59

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Marija Hammon - Marketing Director at Relax Gaming. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear f…

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S3E05 - Founders and speed: finding and funding scalable marketplaces - Jeroen Arts (Speedinvest) 34:32

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In this episode of Two-Sided, we explore how early-stage marketplace investors like Jeroen Arts at Speedinvest evaluate and support marketplace founders. Jeroen brings years of experience in identifying scalable marketplace models, high-potential founders and shares his approach to spotting opportunities and avoiding common mistakes for early stage…

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Faruk Aydin on iGaming Growth, Digital Marketing & the Future of Innovation 1:17:49

5M ago1:17:49

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Faruk Aydin - Chief Revenue Officer at Revpanda Group. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hea…

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S3E04 - Navigating marketplace growth: Lateral attacks and the power of the niche - Mira Mihaylova (Piton Capital) 31:44

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In this episode, we are joined by Mira Mihaylova from Piton Capital. Since its inception in 2010, Piton Capital has focused solely on network effects businesses, having invested in over 100 businesses, all with network effects, and the vast majority of them are marketplaces. Some of the things we’ll talk about: Frontal vs lateral attack strategy: M…

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Fintech Innovation & Automation: Revolutionizing VAT Reclaims 46:30

5M ago46:30

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Shawn Du, CEO and Founder of Revenir - AI-powered VAT reclaims We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd lov…

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S3E03 - What turns a good marketplace into a great marketplace? - Andrew Blachman (Marketplace Capital) 36:35

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In this episode, Andrew Blachman, co-founder of Marketplace Capital, shares his wealth of experience in building and investing in online marketplaces. As an operator turned investor, he reveals valuable insights for aspiring marketplace founders.Highlights: The importance of creating new market opportunities: Andrew explains how successful marketpl…

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S3E02 - Four steps to evaluate a network effects business - Sameer Singh (SpeedInvest / Breadcrumb.vc) 32:26

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In this episode, we'll talk to Sameer Singh, an angel investor known for his excellent blog on network effects, Breadcrumb.vc, former Atomico Angel, and current venture partner at SpeedInvest. We’ll discuss how Sameer evaluates marketplace businesses: Evaluating Network Effects: Sameer walks through his four-step evaluation process for marketplace …

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Building the Future - Cody Crumrine on AI, SaaS, and Revolutionizing Online Communities 34:56

5M ago34:56

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Cody Crumrine+ Founder/CEO at Knobi.io We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop…

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S3E01 - Lessons from investing in 1,100+ network businesses with Jose Marin of FJ Labs. 38:33

5M ago38:33

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After a brief hiatus, Two-sided—the marketplace podcast is back! I’m super excited to kick off season three of the podcast with a chat with Jose Marin of FJ Labs. FJ Labs is considered the world’s most prolific angel investor: they have over 1,100 startups in their portfolio, including heavy hitters like Airbnb, Alibaba, and AngelList (and that’s j…

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SEO in the Age of AI - Preparing for LLM-Driven Search with Ivana Flynn 48:55

5M ago48:55

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Ivana Flynn - SEO consultant for iGaming and adult industry, public speaker, podcast co-host. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want…

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Two-Sided Season 3 coming out next week! - Trailer 3:58

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Season three of Two-Sided is here, and we’re switching focus. After exploring the experiences of entrepreneurs and founders in previous seasons, we now dive into the minds of the investors shaping the future of online marketplaces. I chat with top marketplace VCs like Jose Marin from FJ Labs, Pete Flint from NFX, and Andrew Blachman from Marketplac…

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Transforming Leadership - Building Trust, Resilience, and Inclusivity in Gaming with Saroca's Emily Leeb & Claire Adamou 1:21:44

6M ago1:21:44

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Emily Leeb, CEO of Saroca & Claire Adamou, VP of Development at Saroca. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest?…

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Breaking Records and Building Futures - Vegan Athleticism, Business Leadership, and Advocacy with Lisa Gawthorne 32:29

7M ago32:29

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Lisa Gawthorne - Managing Director & Owner - Bravura Foods Ltd. Vegan Athlete. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next…

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AI with a Human Touch: Redefining Responsible Gambling for a New Generation 1:08:20

7M ago1:08:20

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Paula Murphy - Business Development Manager at Mindway AI. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to…

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Cracking the Slots Code - Andy Brennan on Revolutionizing Game Launches and the Future of iGaming 33:56

7M ago33:56

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Andy Brennan, MD of Chips and Creator of Slot Showcase. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to he…

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From Marketing to Mentorship - Tara Alvarez Garcia on Leadership, Coaching, and Empowering Change 25:19

7M ago25:19

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Tara Alvarez Garcia - Founder at TYS Coaching. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from y…

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Gaming in LatAm - Navigating Opportunities and Challenges with Betbazar's CEO 26:25

7M ago26:25

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Alex Iaroshenko - CEO at Betbazar. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us …

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Plucky Moves - Redefining Betting, Fantasy, and Social Play with Seb Lewis 23:41

7M ago23:41

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Seb Lewis, CEO at Plucky. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us an email …

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Legal Frontiers in FinTech & Blockchain - Navigating Challenges with Aleksandra Ossowska, PhD 28:05

7M ago28:05

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Aleksandra Ossowska, PhD - Managing Partner at FinLegalTech We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love t…

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Building Trust in AI - Jason Melo on TouchBrick's Privacy-First Innovation 23:04

8M ago23:04

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Jason Melo, CTO and Co-Founder of Touchbrick We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you…

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Baltics: iGaming Strategies for Market Penetration, Player Engagement, and Compliance with Santa Barkevica 35:14

8M ago35:14

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Santa Barkevica - Head of Affiliate Marketing at Fenikss We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to h…

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Leadership, Innovation, and Compliance with Mona Motwani 19:59

8M ago19:59

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Mona Motwani (IXIA Studio) We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us an email…

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Mythbusting Investment in iGaming - Xanada Investments' Vision for Startup Success 29:15

8M ago29:15

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Vladimir Malakchi, CEO and Managing Partner at Xanada Investments in front of a live audience in Warsaw, Poland We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show?…

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Influencer Marketing: Nadia Bubennikova on Building Winning Campaigns in iGaming 37:55

9M ago37:55

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Nadia Bubennikova - Chief Business Officer & Co-Founder. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to h…

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Leadership and Innovation: Shira Simmonds on Founding SmartReach AI 32:16

9M ago32:16

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Shira Simmonds, CEO of SmartReach AI. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop …

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Navigating 20 Years of Tech Innovation with Alex Karichensky on AI, Data, and the Future at Digicode Europe 24:31

9M ago24:31

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Alex Karichensky - Digicode Europe. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us…

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Champions' Roundtable: Inside the Minds of the iGaming RunOff Top 10 41:47

9M ago41:47

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with the iGaming RunOff Top 10. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us an email…

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Betting on the Future - Exploring the Booming Esports Market with PandaScore 32:03

10M ago32:03

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Oliver Niner - Head of Sales at Pandascore. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you!…

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The Future of Decentralized VPNs with Shachindra Kumar, CEO of NetSepio 33:18

10M ago33:18

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Send us a text In this episode, Zoltan talks with Shachindra Kumar, CEO of NetSepio. We're all about bringing you the latest insights and conversations from the world of tech, gaming, and beyond. Have a topic you'd love us to cover or a guest you'd like to see on the show? Or maybe you want to be our next guest? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us …