HIPTHER Talks
A weekly podcast about life, technology, entertainment, and business in general. Things in our focus: deep tech, mental health, community initiatives, artificial intelligence, blockchain, gaming and gambling, esports, augmented reality, virtual reality, marketing, creative thinking, fintech, and many more. The talks are hosted by Zoltan "Hawkie".
Episodes
187 episodes
Andrey Oleshko on Slot Innovation, Player Psychology & Global iGaming Trends
In this episode of the Endorphina Podcast, we sit down with Andrey Oleshko, Product Owner at Endorphina, to explore how one of the industry's most recognizable slot studios continues evolving after more than 13 years in iGaming...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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36:44
BetBuilders, Player Props & Prediction Markets: Andy Phillips on the Future of Sports Betting
In this episode of the HIPTHER Talks Podcast, host Zoltan Tundik speaks with Andy Phillips, Chief Business Development Officer at Sporting Risk, about how data, predictive modeling, and product innovation are reshaping modern spor...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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40:09
LATAM, Crypto & Prediction Markets: Caroline Björkman on Scaling Cubeia’s Next Growth Phase | HIPTHER Talks
In this episode of the HIPTHER Talks Podcast, we sit down with Caroline Björkman, Head of Sales at Cubeia, to explore the company’s next phase of international growth and product innovation.Caroline shares insights from her...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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26:10
From EURO 2024 to World Cup 2026: The Rise of Fast Esports in Sportsbooks
In this episode of HIPTHER Talks Podcast, we sit down with Vitalii Semeniuk, Esports Product Growth Partner at BETER, to unpack one of the most misunderstood — and fastest-growing — verticals in modern sportsbooks: eLeag...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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36:10
Speed of Play, Smart Segmentation & Responsible Growth: The Symplify Way
In this episode of HIPTHER Talks Podcast, we sit down with Christoffer Feldt-Sørensen, Chief Sales Officer at Symplify, to unpack what modern iGaming growth really looks like.From AI-powered CRM and real-time data (“...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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1:00:17
Hyper-Personalization in Action: Building Loyalty with AI
What if AI could remember, empathize, and actually help players? In this powerful Season 5 premiere of HIPTHER Talks, Zoltan Tundik sits down with Chaim Heber, Founder & CEO of Cevro AI...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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42:26
FIFA 2026: A Comprehensive Preparation Guide for Casino Operators with Integrated Sports Betting by SOFTSWISS
With FIFA 2026 on the horizon, now is the time for casino operators to get serious about integrated sports betting strategies. In this special episode, moderated by Zoltan, we sit down with Iren Kuznietsova, H...
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Season 4
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Episode 37
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49:49
In the Grey Zone: Making the Three Lines of Defense Work in the Real World
In this insightful episode, Andreea Dobre, CIA, CRMA, and Head of Internal Audit at Greentube GmbH, takes us deep into the “grey zones” of the Three Lines of Defense model — where risk management, internal audit, and...
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Season 4
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Episode 36
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30:11
Movember Special: A Conversation That Could Change, or Save a Life
Hosted by Andy Blackburn (GameOn) | Featuring Lee McFarland & Jeremy ColemanIn this powerful Movember special edition, Zoltan hands over the mic to Andy Blackburn of GameOn for a raw, honest, and deeply persona...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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58:49
iGaming Trends report – Why the SOFTSWISS Report Matters for the Future of iGaming?
In this episode, we dive deep into the iGaming Trends Report by SOFTSWISS — one of the industry's most downloaded and talked-about data-driven resources. With over 13,000 downloads and 100+ pages of insights, the 2025 edi...
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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27:28
The White Label Advantage - Growth Strategies in Regulated iGaming with Dan Shannon
In this episode of HIPTHER Talks, we sit down with Dan Shannon, a seasoned iGaming expert with over 14 years in the industry, to explore the evolving dynamics of white-label gaming, player behavior, and sustainable growth in regul...
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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28:54
From Zero to #1 - How SOFTSWISS Built the World’s Largest Game Aggregator and Changed iGaming Forever
In this special episode of HIPTHER Talks, we sit down with Tatyana Kaminskaya, Head of the award-winning SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, to explore the story behind one of the most transformative products in the iGaming industry...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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44:07
From “Nice to Have” to “Must Have” Why Jackpots are the core engine of engagement and retention in iGaming
The iGaming industry is evolving fast. Acquisition alone no longer guarantees growth, and operators are under pressure to keep players engaged and loyal. Jackpots have moved from being a flashy add-on to becoming one of the most important engag...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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56:31
Alex Pratt: Building an Industry on Trust, Vision, and Community
In this episode, I sit down with Alex Pratt, Managing Director of Clarion Gaming — the powerhouse behind industry-defining events like ICE, iGB Affiliate, and iGB Live.Our conversation goes beyond the h...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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1:08:58
The most common mistakes candidates make in their CVs
In this episode, we sit down with Uliana Soroka, Team Lead of Talent Acquisition at RedCore, to unpack the do’s and don’ts of CV writing. From overlooked details that can sink an application to the strategies that make a CV shine, Uliana...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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42:43
The AI Edge in iGaming - Viktoriia Grygorenko on Personalization That Drives 25% More Revenue
In this episode, Zoltan Tundik interviews Victoria Grigorenko, CEO of Playa, discussing the transformative role of AI-powered personalization in the iGaming industry. Victoria shares her journey from McKinsey to founding Playa, emphasizing the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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53:29
The Greatest Show in Gaming - How Rasmus Sojmark Changed the Conference Game
From casual pub meetups in London to stadium-sized events and global charity matches, Rasmus Sojmark has redefined what it means to connect an industry. In this episode, we dive into the vision, grit, and game-changing moments that built...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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1:22:30
The Future of Smart Support in iGaming
In this episode, we sit down with Harpo Lilja, founder of Tugi Tark — a groundbreaking platform redefining customer support in the iGaming industry. With over a decade of experience running a support outsourcing company and partnership...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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31:45
Beyond the Buzzword - GR8 Tech’s Practical AI in iGaming
In this episode, GR8 Tech CTO Edward Smyshliayev breaks down how AI is truly transforming the iGaming experience — not with hype, but with hands-on tools, smarter personalization, and real-time fraud prevention. From AI-powered CRM and bet sugg...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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31:28
Inside the Engine Room of Crypto Platforms, Policy & Practical Innovation
In this episode of HIPTHER Talks, we sit down with Vadim Rozov, CEO of Simplify Labs, the team behind some of the most regulation-ready crypto platforms in Europe. From MiCA compliance to Telegram trading bots, Vadim walks us through what it re...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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46:15
The Global Rulebook - Martin Lycka on Gaming Law, Responsibility & Cultural Shocks
From Prague to New Jersey and LATAM, Martin Lycka has seen it all. In this episode, we dive into the cultural and regulatory twists of global gaming law with Entain’s SVP for American Regulatory Affairs and Responsible Gambling. Martin s...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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50:03
Law, Loopholes & Legal Battles – Dr. Justyna Grusza-Głębicka on Fighting Illegal Gambling and Closing Regulatory Gaps
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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34:52
Firewalls, Real Threats & Why Cybersecurity Isn’t Just for IT Anymore
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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48:06
Politics, Passion, and the Path Forward: A Conversation with Bill Pascrell III
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 spor...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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1:22:21
The European Accessibility Act A Wake-Up Call for the Gambling Industry
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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1:19:46
