
The global gambling industry is fast moving and always changing, staying on top of things is hard for industry professionals. Join Jon Bruford (21 years covering the casino industry) and Fintan Costello (CEO at BonusFinder.com) each week as they discuss with leading international experts the latest issues within the gambling industry. If you want to stay up to date with the gambling industry and h... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 283 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsBusiness NewsManagementBusiness | |||

In this episode, Jon Bruford and Fintan Costello meet industry expert Patrick Jay about trust in gambling, customer experience, and the future of gaming regulation. They explore how trust impacts regulation, customer loyalty, and industry innovation.... more
In another blockbuster episode of the gambling industry’s favourite podcast, Simon Westbury, Chair of 1XCare, discusses industry perceptions around 1XBET and the new project 1XCARE, regulatory challenges, player protection, and the future of responsi... more
In this episode, Jon and Fintan are joined by the incomparable, inimitable Frank Op de Woerd to discuss the latest developments in Dutch gambling regulation, market challenges, and innovative marketing strategies. They also share insights on internat... more
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating intersection of sports, gambling, and data science as Fintan and Jon are (re)joined by Matt Bakowicz of the brilliantly-named American University. Matt shares insights into how predictive models, AI, and ... more
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The show consistently covers the global gambling industry with a sharp eye on policy, regulation, and market dynamics, paired with practical operator insights and candid banter. Episodes often pivot between political developments, taxation, and regulatory shifts, and how these shape business strategy for operators, suppliers, and tech platforms. A notable strength is the blend of veteran hosts with guests who bring deep expertise in AI, data analytics, product design, and market strategy, creating a lively, informative, and sometimes provocative discussion style that's useful for listeners making strategic decisions in gambling and adjacent tech sectors.
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Recent guests on The Gambling Files include:
1. Patrick Jay
2. Simon Westbury
3. Frank Op de Woerd
4. Matt Bakowicz
5. Stuart Hunter
6. Casra Gaharian
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8. Tracey Scran
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