Tom Waterhouse, founder of Waterhouse VC, dives into the study of betting and its impact on the gambling industry.
Betting casino operators use a freemium model, where players receive virtual tokens to play with that can be exchanged for prizes, creating a gambling atmosphere.
Growth of the global betting market
Global betting revenue is growing rapidly, exceeding $3 billion in 2022, making it a significant contender in the gambling industry.
Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW), with its Chumba Casino brand, dominates the betting market by offering a gaming experience with virtual coins.
Lawrence Escalante: success and fortune
Lawrence Escalante, founder of VGW, becomes one of Australia's richest men thanks to the success of his company and Chumba Casino brand.
Betting operators such as VGW face challenges from regulatory changes and competition from the gambling industry, but continue to attract customers to the gambling industry.