Can AI-Slots replace human-made slot games? or players can feel when consistency and craft is missing?In this episode of iGaming Real Talk, I sit down with Aziz Akylbekov, Chief Product Officer at 18Peaches to talk about where slot games are heading and what most studios are getting wrong.We cover:- Why “100% RTP” claims are pure marketing- Whether players actually understand RTP and volatility- Why most slots today feel like reskins- How 18Peaches approaches game narratives and consistency- The real limits of AI-generated slot games- Why players can feel when a game is “off” even if they can’t explain why- Taking creative risks with themes, mechanics, and storytellingAziz shares an interesting perspective on why not every game needs to solve a pain point and why making games “tastier” might matter more than chasing trends.If you work in iGaming, game development, or product, this one will make you rethink how games should be built.

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Do online casinos fail because of traffic issues? or they fail because they launch as a template, chase fast revenue, and ignore retention?

In this episode, we have Henk Wolff joining me for a quick discussion on the topic.

He is specialised in turning around regulated and pre regulated online casinos.

He goes deep into the patterns he sees repeatedly, what must be true before a launch, why “go live in 14 days” is usually a trap, and how over regulation can push players into the charcoal market.

We also get into crypto casinos, privacy, licensing, and what regulators could do differently if they actually want channelisation to regulated operators.

If you’re launching an online casino soon, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of The Manesh Palli Show, I sit down with Adar Ziv for an informal, no-BS conversation on how he generated 1.7 million impressions on LinkedIn in just one year.

We break down why LinkedIn remains one of the most underpriced opportunities for founders and operators, how to build real visibility without gimmicks, and what actually drives reach, conversations, and business outcomes on the platform. Adar shares how he experiments in public, uses content to test ideas, and turns posts into partnerships and long-term relationships.

With over 13 years in the iGaming industry across operators and affiliates, Adar has recently launched a crypto iGaming community while using LinkedIn as his primary channel to build relevance and impact. His approach is practical, authentic, and refreshingly simple.

If you’re a founder, CEO, or professional looking to grow your personal brand, create meaningful connections, and use LinkedIn as a real business asset, this episode is for you.

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