Best Regulation Asia Podcasts (2024)

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📺 Weekly News: Kambi and Genius Sports deny acquisition rumours 34:31

5h ago34:31

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NEXT.io Weekly News Live Stream📅 Every Thursday at 3 PM CET📍 Streaming across all our social media platforms🎙️ Hosted by Conor Mulheir and Zak Thomas-AkooThis week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we address Kambi and Genius Sports refuting acquisition rumors and what that means for the market. We also look into the Philippines' intensified actions against …

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EVENT: Sean Turnell’s Best Laid Plans: The Inside Story of Reform in Aung San Suu Kyi’s Myanmar 1:01:16

25m ago1:01:16

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On Tuesday 3 September 2024 we had a conversation with Sean Turnell about his latest book, Best Laid Plans, a unique first-hand account of the radical reforms implemented in Myanmar under the ill-fated civilian government of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. These reforms, designed both to turn around Myanmar’s dire economy and lay the economic foundations for…

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Karolina Pelc: There is no work-life balance as a founder 1:21:52

2d ago1:21:52

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #197 with Karolina Pelc, VP at BEyondPlay, FanDuel 🎧 𝗛𝗼𝘄'𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸-𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲? Karolina Pelc shares how she balanced intense workloads at a startup and being an entrepreneur while trying to have a personal life. Karolina gives us the lowdown on the inspiring journey from founding Beyond Play to its acquisition by FanDuel. Don'…

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#49 : Navigating the Future: Roger Spitz on Techistentialism and Climate Resilience in the Pacific Islands 40:21

1h ago40:21

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In the second episode of Season 6, we sit down with Mr. Roger Spitz, a thought leader in Techistentialism, to explore its application in the Pacific Islands. Roger shares insights on how technology, inseparable from human life, can influence the development of these regions, particularly as they face the existential threat of climate change. We dis…

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📺 Weekly News: DraftKings acquires Simplebet plus the biggest stories of the week! 52:34

3h ago52:34

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Catch this week’s NEXT.io Weekly News for a quick rundown of significant iGaming updates. Highlights include DraftKings' acquisition of Simplebet, enhancing its betting technology. We also cover Evoke's purchase of Winner.ro, aiming for growth in Romania, and BlueBet’s strategic exit from the US market. 🗞 Read the full stories: – DraftKings to acqu…

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EVENT: Australia’s permanent contest: China in the Pacific Islands 1:06:34

1h ago1:06:34

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From deals on policing in Solomon Islands to building parliamentary complexes in Vanuatu, China’s outreach and activities in the Pacific Islands region appear indefatigable. In the words of Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Canberra and its partners are locked in a "state of permanent contest" with Beijing over influence in the region. Previously underv…

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AI vs. Financial Scams: Why Banks Aren't Doing Enough in the Fight Against Sextortion and Fraud 1:39:43

7h ago1:39:43

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Ep #52 with Oonagh van den Berg (RAW Compliance) Oonagh van den Berg, a seasoned international compliance professional, is the founder of RAW Compliance, a consultancy and training firm. With a legal background and two decades of experience in London, Hong Kong, and Singapore, Oonagh has become a respected figure in the compliance industry. Her upb…

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#48 : Bridging Tradition and Innovation: Dr. Karaitiana Tairu on AI’s Role in the Pacific Islands 32:23

36m ago32:23

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Our first guest of this season, Dr. Karaitiana Tairu, joins us for an insightful discussion on the intersection of AI and the Pacific Islands. Dr. Tairu discusses the intricate balance between preserving cultural heritage and embracing innovation, highlighting the role of AI in creating sustainable solutions tailored to the unique needs of the Paci…

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Regulating Big Tech: Is global coordination possible? 26:52

6h ago26:52

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Australian eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant leads the world’s first government regulatory agency committed to keeping its citizens safer online. While her appointment is domestic, the internet is global. In this episode of Conversations, the Lowy Institute’s Lydia Khalil talks with Inman Grant about what she learned from her previous experien…

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EVENT: Sir Lawrence Freedman on the war in Ukraine 35:36

7d ago35:36

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Eminent military historian and strategist Sir Lawrence Freedman talks with the Lowy Institute’s Sam Roggeveen about whether there is a plausible path towards peace or a ceasefire, the implications of a Trump Administration on support for Ukraine’s war effort, whether Russia’s attacks on Ukrainian civilian targets are working, and innovations on the…

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EVENT: An Address by Prime Minister of New Zealand, Christopher Luxon 56:46

1h ago56:46

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Thursday 15 August 2024 The Lowy Institute was delighted to host the Rt Hon Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister of New Zealand, for a special foreign policy address on Thursday 15 August. Rt Hon Christopher Luxon is the 42nd Prime Minister of New Zealand. Since coming to power in October 2023, Prime Minister Luxon has focused closely on issues of for…

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📺 Weekly News: Special Episode with Incentive Games CEO John Gordon 42:25

12h ago42:25

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📰 Your go-to source for the latest in iGaming! Tune in as we bring you the hottest news and trends in the industry, featuring in-depth discussions on each topic. In this week’s NEXT.io Weekly News we are delighted to have a special guest, John Gordon, Co-Founder and CEO of Incentive Games who will guide us through the Prize Matcher launch announcem…

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Brais Pena Sanchez: Stake DEEP DIVE 53:50

3h ago53:50

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #195 with Brais Pena, Chief Strategy Officer at Easygo.In this episode, we dive into the world of Stake 🎰 with Brais Pena Sanchez, the visionary Chief Strategy Officer. Brais takes us through Stake's meteoric rise, from its crypto casino roots to becoming a powerhouse in online gambling - trust, innovation, and strategic celebrity…

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Ross Babbage on why the AUKUS submarines matter 29:40

9d ago29:40

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Defence expert Ross Babbage talks with the Lowy Institute’s Sam Roggeveen about his new research paper, Deterrence and Alliance Power: Why the AUKUS Submarines Matter and how they can be Delivered. They discuss not just the viability of the project – can US and UK shipyards deliver? – but its justifications. Why does Australia need these submarines…

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Vested Interest #14: DKNG drama, industry trends and Caesars deep dive with Erik Hession 52:38

5h ago52:38

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🎙Welcome to episode #14 of Vested Interest, with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig & Benjie Cherniak and special guest, Erik Hession, Co-president Caesars Sports & Online gambling - Caesars Entertainment, Inc. Dive deep into the latest trends shaping the iGaming industry, focusing on the evolving build vs. buy strategies, mergers and acquisitions, and the…

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Season 6: The State of Artificial Intelligence in the Pacific Islands 0:54

43m ago0:54

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In our latest season, we dive into the transformative potential of AI in the Pacific Islands. Join us as we discuss insights from our annual report, "The State of Artificial Intelligence in the Pacific Islands," and hear from leading experts in the region. We explore how AI, including Generative AI, can address critical challenges like geographic i…

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📺 Weekly News: Flutter eyes acquisitions worth billions 49:50

14d ago49:50

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Join us on NEXT.io Weekly News for a concise update on key iGaming developments. In this episode, Conor and Nico take a look at Flutter Entertainment's reported bids for Betnacional and Snaitech. Join Conor Mulheir and Nico Jansen every Thursday at 3pm CET across all our social media channels to get the freshest iGaming news and explore the most ca…

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Development Futures: The world’s addiction to GDP 31:15

22d ago31:15

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Can we measure national success beyond economic growth? Professor Robert Costanza speaks with the Lowy Institute’s Alexandre Dayant about why countries need to move away from gross domestic product as the measure of economic prosperity and factor in other complementary gauges of success. In a time of high inflation, increased cost of living, and gr…

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The EU AI Act: Why it matters for Asia and beyond? 1:12:16

7h ago1:12:16

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Ep #51 with Michael Borrelli (AI & Partners) and Anandaday Misshra (AMLEGALS) In this episode, host Ajay Shamdasani discusses the EU AI Act with Michael Borrelli and Anandaday Misshra. The EU AI Act, the world's first comprehensive AI law, went into effect on August 1, 2024. The guests explore its global impact, particularly on compliance officers,…

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Canberra Launch: 2024 Lowy Institute Poll - Australian attitudes to the world 1:02:22

11d ago1:02:22

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As the United States approaches a pivotal presidential election, how do Australians view our security ally? After two years of official re-engagement, have Australians’ perceptions of China changed? What should the government do about climate change, and how do Australians feel about renewable and nuclear energy? Now in its 20th edition, the Lowy I…

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‘Decarbonisation does not cost seconds on the track’: Mercedes F1 on the race to net zero 22:42

9d ago22:42

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Joining the Eco-Business to discuss how the sport can reach the net zero finishing line in just six years is Mercedes F1’s head of sustainability, Alice Ashpitel. Tune in as we discuss:Why an earth sciences graduate chose to work in F1What has been driving down Mercedes F1’s emissions?How sustainable is sustainable aviation fuel?Is sustainability a…

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📺 Weekly News: Asia/Middle East iGaming Update – Thailand, UAE, India 40:05

5d ago40:05

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Join us on NEXT.io Weekly News for a concise update on key iGaming developments. In this episode, Conor and Nico analyse Thailand's draft regulations for land-based casinos, Wynn Resorts' ambitious development in the UAE, and India's focus on real money gaming companies. Nico's Five in 10 also covered the biggest iGaming stories of the week, includ…

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South China Sea: Politics, alliances and regional dynamics 26:11

29d ago26:11

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In the final episode of our series on the South China Sea, host Susannah Patton and Lowy Institute colleague Richard McGregor debate the implications of the recent tensions at Second Thomas Shoal for Beijing’s strategy, the credibility of US alliances, and the considerations of other regional countries such as Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener…

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EVENT: Girt by Sea: Finding security in Australia’s maritime domains 1:07:06

1M ago1:07:06

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What do the maritime security challenges close to Australia mean for the country's future? We were joined in discussion with Rebecca Strating and Joanne Wallis on their new book Girt by Sea: Reimagining Australia's Security, which looks at six maritime domains central to the country's national interests and offers an alternative vision for how Aust…

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Social enterprise Goumbook on why the Middle East needs an oceans initiative 23:16

1M ago23:16

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Goumbook launched a regional oceans network that brought discussions on the blue economy to the forefront at the last COP summit. Founder Tatiana Abella tells the Eco-Business Podcast why healthy oceans are important for the Middle East.By Eco-Business

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📺 Weekly News: Stake acquires Idealbet, New Zealand plans online casino regulation and more! 46:34

12d ago46:34

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Join us on NEXT.io Weekly News for a concise update on key iGaming developments. We discuss Stake's acquisition of Idealbet and its potential to reshape the betting industry. Also, we explore New Zealand's plan to regulate online casinos by 2026, aiming to enhance market access and consumer protection. Additionally, we touch on DraftKings exiting t…

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‘We can’t keep asking more questions’: CDP acknowledges it needs to do more with less ESG data 34:57

22d ago34:57

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Environmental disclosure non-profit CDP was founded on this premise: “You can’t manage what you can’t measure.”23 years on, this theory that increased environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosures would lead investors and other stakeholders to reward companies with strong sustainability performance, and punish those who lagged, has gained …

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Conversations: What can the US do about the South China Sea? 22:08

16d ago22:08

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In part three of our South China Sea series, Dr Michael Mazarr speaks with the Lowy Institute’s Susannah Patton about the US’ strategy in the South China Sea. The United States has few easy options for countering China’s coercion of its ally the Philippines. Dr Mazarr of the RAND Corporation argues that the United States needs to plan for a scenari…

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#50 - Hong Kong to Dubai and Back Again – Reflections on A Career in FinTech 1:46:31

27d ago1:46:31

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Ep #50 with Syed Musheer Ahmed, Finstep Asia Syed Musheer Ahmed has two decades of extensive experience in the realms of capital markets, fintech and virtual assets – including a decade as a global markets’ trader, prior to coming to Hong Kong to attain his MBA from the University of Hong Kong and London Business School’s joint program. Since 2016,…

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📺 Weekly News: German Player Losses Case Escalates to European Court of Justice 30:20

1M ago30:20

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This week on NEXT.io Weekly News, we spotlight a significant legal development as a case involving player losses in Germany escalates to the European Court of Justice. We’ll explore the background of the lawsuit, where a German player is contesting significant losses, arguing that they were incurred through an operator not fully compliant with loca…

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Vested Interest #13:Opportunities outside US, Investment Changes, Case study, & Rapid fire questions 52:23

1M ago52:23

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🎙️ Welcome to episode #13 of Vested Interest, with Pierre Lindh, Lloyd Danzig & Benjie Cherniak. Benji and Lloyd explore the evolving online gambling and sports betting industry, the shift of several operators from the US market and prompting investors to seek opportunities internationally and in less regulated spaces. The episode highlights recent…

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EVENT: Gods, Guns and Sedition 1:03:02

27d ago1:03:02

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Weeks prior to the assassination attempt against Donald Trump, the Lowy Institute hosted global terrorism expert Professor Bruce Hoffman for a podcast with Program Director Lydia Khalil. They spoke about the future prospects of political violence in the United States and discussed Hoffman’s latest book, God, Guns, and Sedition, which traces the tra…

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Former Verra veteran envisions an unshackled carbon market and a new endgame 35:59

1M ago35:59

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Voluntary carbon markets have been in existence for over three decades, and the industry could well be set for future growth despite a recent bump in the road. But its potential to combat climate change may never be fully realised without a rethink of some key mechanisms, industry veteran David Antonioli believes.The founding chief executive of Ver…

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Conversations: Biden out, Kamala in – will it change anything? 24:40

23d ago24:40

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In this special episode of Conversations, the Lowy Institute’s Dr Michael Fullilove and Hervé Lemahieu discuss US President Joe Biden’s momentous decision overnight to withdraw from his bid for a second term. In the past three weeks, US politics has been reshaped before our eyes. A resurgent former president Donald Trump, emerging from an attempt o…

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Conversations: Beijing’s South China Sea gambit 27:40

1M ago27:40

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In part two of our South China Sea series, Dr Oriana Skylar Mastro speaks with the Lowy Institute’s Susannah Patton about China’s objectives in the region. Beijing is pursuing an aggressive strategy to push out the United States and prevent Southeast Asian claimant states, especially the Philippines, from exercising their sovereign rights. Dr Mastr…

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📺 Weekly News: US update as DC's competitive market goes live 31:32

2M ago31:32

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Tune in to this week's NEXT.io Weekly News for important updates from the US iGaming scene. We focus on Washington DC's newly competitive betting market going live, alongside significant job cuts at Penn Interactive. Additionally, we discuss the recent redundancies at Penn Interactive, examining the impact of these job cuts on the company and its e…

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Digital Currencies and Public Law 1:19:38

2M ago1:19:38

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Ep #49 with Dr. Andrew Mazen Dahdal, College of Law, Qatar University Dr. Andrew Mazen Dahdal is an associate professor at the College of Law at Qatar University in Doha. He received his Ph.D. from the University of New South Wales, where he received an outstanding achievement award in 2014 for his dissertation on the necessity of historical analys…

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Pacific Change Makers: Addressing climate change in Papua New Guinea 20:19

2M ago20:19

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In this episode, Debra Sungi of PNG’s Climate Change and Development Authority speaks with the Lowy Institute’s Oliver Nobetau. Discussions around development in the Pacific consistently reference climate change as a major challenge. Countries such as PNG have to manage the support offered by international development partners without being overwhe…

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How to deal with climate anxiety: climate activist Clover Hogan 46:25

2M ago46:25

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Eco-anxiety is a healthy psychological response, says 24-year-old activist Clover Hogan. The founder of nonprofit Force of Nature tells the Eco-Business Podcast how to respond to anxiety in a world that is “numb” to the climate crisis.Tune in as we discuss:The birth of a climate activistDoes the future look like a techno utopia or a dying planet? R…

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📺 Weekly News: Evo faces strike as Betway prepares to exit US 36:44

2M ago36:44

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Join this week’s NEXT.io Weekly News for crucial updates in the iGaming industry. We cover the strike at Evolution's Georgia facility involving 500 employees, examining its causes and potential impacts on operations. Additionally, we discuss Betway’s parent company, Super Group, shutting down US sportsbook operations, exploring the reasons behind t…

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Conversations: Sweden’s Defence Minister, Pål Jonson 24:43

1M ago24:43

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The Lowy Institute’s Sam Roggeveen spoke with Sweden’s defence minister, Pål Jonson, during his recent visit to Australia. Prior to his ministerial career, Jonson worked in Sweden’s Defence Research Agency, and his depth of knowledge about not just European security but also Asia comes through in this interview. Roggeveen asks Jonson why Swedes sho…

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Conversations: Manila charts its course 21:22

2M ago21:22

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Tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea have reached their highest level in more than a decade. The risk of escalation, even conflict, between the two countries could test the credibility of the Philippines’ alliance with the United States. In the first of a series focused on the South China Sea tensions, Susannah Patton, …

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Stabilisation vs Confrontation: The US, China and Australia 23:25

2M ago23:25

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Since the Albanese government was elected, Australia has focused on stabilising relations with China. But there are limits to Australia’s ability to successfully pursue stabilisation if there remains a spectre of confrontation between its largest trading partner and its key security guarantor, the United States. Do either the US or China genuinely …

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📺 Weekly News: Lightning Roundup of the Week’s Biggest Stories 46:26

2M ago46:26

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Catch this week's NEXT.io Weekly News for a quick rundown of the most crucial iGaming stories. We start with eBet ending operations post-auction, discussing the implications for the industry. Then, we look at Finland's new gambling licensing system launching in 2027, exploring potential impacts on both local and international operators. We also exa…

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Leo Judkins: The 4 Critical Pillars to Achieving Peak Performance 1:12:24

2M ago1:12:24

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #193 with Leo Judkins, Wellbeing & Performance Coach, Habit Rewire. Welcome to an enlightening episode where we explore the foundational elements necessary to achieve peak performance in every aspect of your life. Our guest, Leo, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, sharing invaluable insights into the four critical pillar…

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‘5 years ago, everyone wanted to be Elon Musk’: Where is climate tech in Southeast Asia now? 32:22

2M ago32:22

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Which sectors are hottest for climate tech startups in Southeast Asia, and what are the challenges faced by entrepreneurs who want to tackle climate change and also make money?Tune in to the Eco-Business Podcast with Steve Melhuish as we discuss: Why PropertyGuru’s co-founder pivoted to climate techWhy bet on climate tech in Southeast Asia?What are…

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The Road to Net Zero and the Implications for the World of International Arbitration – Part 1 14:37

1M ago14:37

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Defeating Money Laundering with Rational Thinking, Not Compliance Red-Flags 1:19:45

1M ago1:19:45

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Ep 48 with Dr. Mariola Marzouk (Vortex Risk Ltd.) In this episode of Regulatory Ramblings, Dr. Mariola Marzouk, an AML expert who has co-founded Vortex Risk Ltd., shares her insights on trade-based money laundering (TBML), and her philosophy on financial crime prevention. She talks about her approach to leveraging RegTech, the importance of human j…

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Noah Dummett: Shuffle.com DEEP DIVE 1:03:13

2M ago1:03:13

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #192 with Noah Dummett, Co-founder and CEO of Shuffle.comIn this episode, Noah discusses his journey through the crypto world, including his tenure at FTX, pioneering the first Web3 online poker gambling site, and launching Shuffle.com. The conversation also covers strategies for competing with other similar business, insights on …

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Martina Åkerlund: Leadership & Building Something from Nothing 56:14

2M ago56:14

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🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #188 with Martina Åkerlund, CEO of CallsU.Welcome to our latest podcast episode featuring the inspiring Martina, a recognized leader in the iGaming industry. In this episode, we delve deep into leadership, authenticity, and the journey of building something from the ground up. Martina shares her personal experiences, valuable insi…

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