Reflecting on 2025, we look back at a year defined by its rapid evolution, high-impact disruption, and the bold moves that reshaped the digital gaming and sports betting landscape. Over the past twelve months, we sat down with some of the industry’s most innovative founders to dive into the strategies and shifts that are quietly reshaping the global gaming ecosystem.

In this special edition, we revisit the Best of the Next throughout 2025 and pick out the most significant highlights from these conversations. From the emergence of sophisticated new business models to the critical infrastructure being built behind the scenes, these conversations provide a front-row seat to an industry in transition. Whether you are an investor, operator, or a devoted enthusiast, this compilation is your opportunity to gain strategic insights into the possibilities that lie ahead.

Stay tuned for more interesting interviews across the digital gaming ecosystem in 2026!

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