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ECA Approves New Board Structure, Welcomes New Member and Issues New Responsible Gambling Certificates

The European Casino Association (ECA) has approved a new structure for the board and welcomed its new member, the Czech Casino Association. Furthermore, three more certificates for Responsible Gambling have been released.
In its General Assembly, held on February 4, 2020, ECA approved a new structure for its Board of Directors that will stay in place until the next general elections in February 2021. The decision was taken following Tracy Damestaniâs and Dietmar Hoscherâs resignations, and unanimously approved by the Assembly. Bettina Glatz-Kremsner from Casinos Austria and Jari Heino from Veikkaus are the new board members, respectively representing Austria and Finland. Furthermore, Pascal Camia from SociĂŠtĂŠ des Bains de Mer â Monte Carlo was approved as new Vice Chairman of the ECA.
Another highlight of the ECA General Assembly was the approval of membership application of the Czech Casino Association after passing the strict membership requirements and signing up to the associationâs code of conduct.
Moreover, the ECA released three new certifications according to the ECA Responsible Gambling Framework to Casino SociĂŠtĂŠ de Bains de Mer â Monte Carlo, Westdeutsche Spielbanken and Merkur Spielbanken Sachsen-Anhalt, while Grand Casino Beograd renewed the certificate. The Framework is of utmost importance to set an industry standard for the effective management of Responsible Gambling.
âOur partner Clarion Gaming has once again organised a very interesting and innovative trade show for the gaming industry, ICE 2020 in London. By tradition, the ECAâs General Assembly takes place during this important event. A busy and successful week for has just ended. The new board, approved by the Assembly, is now ready to work hard to promote the interests of our members and strengthen the voice of the European licensed land-based casino industry. We welcome our new member, the Czech Casino Association, which confirms the relevance of the ECA internationally. We are also delighted that our members commit to the responsible gambling framework, indicating a general willingness to multiply efforts in this direction. We now look forward to working together this year and strengthening the land-based casino industry even further,â Per Jaldung, Chairman of ECA, said.
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Players Reclaim Close to $7M Through AskGamblers Complaint Service in 2024

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The latest AskGamblers Complaint Service report for 2024 has officially been released. The comprehensive report highlights the most important accomplishments and records of the AskGamblers Complaint Service team for the previous year.
In 2024, The AGCS team (formerly known as AGCCS) managed to return $6,890,547.11 to players. Over 7259 players turn to AskGamblers, submitting complaints against 1114 casino brands. Out of all the accepted and processed complaints, the team had a 68% resolution success rate. One of the notable milestones that reached was returning a total of $70 million to the members.
Dijana RadunoviÄ, General Manager at AskGamblers, said: âItâs amazing to see the trust players put in us year after year, and weâre able to repay them by helping them recover their funds from operators or solve other related issues. Weâve had another successful year, with a few records broken and amazing milestones achieved and we canât wait to see what lies in store in the years ahead.â
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SlotsCalendar Announces its Second Awards Edition at iGC Malaga 2025

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SlotsCalendar, a leading name and tastemaker in iGaming, has announced the second edition of the SlotsCalendar Awards. Winners will be announced during the iGC Malaga event in May 2025.
These awards are rapidly gaining significance in the iGaming world as SlotsCalendarâs steady growth, success, and player-centric mentality represent the communityâs interest.
Players have approximately a month to vote between the 10th of April and the 12th of May.
For its 2025 edition, the SlotsCalendar Awards Gala returns to the iGaming Club Conference in Malaga, happening on May 28th. The Awards categories for this year are as follows:
⢠Game Studio of the Year
⢠The Slot Everyoneâs Talking About
⢠Star Slot in the Making
⢠Casino of the Year
⢠Excellence in Bonus Variety
⢠Industry Standard in Responsible Gambling
⢠Live Casino of the Year
⢠Best Sports Betting Platform
⢠Best New Casino
⢠Best Crypto Casino
While the idea of iGaming Awards is not new to the industry, the SlotsCalendar Awards are unique for a simple reason: winners are voted by players from the entire iGaming community.
The uniqueness of these awards makes them particularly important in iGaming. Placing the decision-making strictly in the hands of the player is a fundamental shift in the iGaming community.
SlotsCalendar CEO Viorel Stan said: âItâs truly an honor and a privilege to see how our SlotsCalendar Awards have evolved. Last yearâs inaugural edition was a crowning achievement for us. It proved how vast and involved our community is, creating a level of engagement that made us incredibly proud. Being able to return to the iGC and reward some of iGamingâs luminaries in the name of the SlotsCalendar Community is beyond gratifying.â
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DigiPlus Bags 7 Wins at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards

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DigiPlus Interactive Corp. (DigiPlus) has won seven honours â including five coveted gold awards â at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. This milestone places DigiPlus among the most awarded companies in the region this year, spotlighting its strategic growth and transformative impact across digital entertainment, social development and investor relations.
The Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards are the only business awards Programme that recognises innovation across all 29 markets in the region. Widely regarded as the worldâs premier business awards, the Stevie Awards represent a prestigious recognition of business excellence.
DigiPlus bagged five Gold Stevies for âInnovative Achievement in Growthâ, âInnovation in Investor Relationsâ, âExcellence in Social Impact Companiesâ, âInnovation in Annual Reportsâ and âInnovation in Corporate Websitesâ. The company also clinched Silver and Bronze Stevies for âAchievement in Product Innovationâ and âInnovation in Brand Renovationâ respectively.
At the core of these wins is DigiPlusâ commitment to innovation and digital transformation. From redefining the player experience through localised and immersive content, to launching a refreshed brand identity that resonates with a more connected and tech-savvy user base, DigiPlus has embraced a future-forward mindset. The companyâs calculated investments in big data, cutting-edge technologies and stakeholder engagement have not only fueled business growth, but also opened inclusive pathways to digital participation through its social development arm, BingoPlus Foundation.
âThis momentous victory at the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards affirms DigiPlusâ emergence as a true powerhouse of innovation and progress, reshaping industry boundaries and redefining digital consumer engagement on a global scale. Through consistent growth and business performance, DigiPlus reaffirms its unwavering commitment to creating long-term value,â said DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco.
Winning entries in the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards undergo a rigorous, multi-layered evaluation by an esteemed panel of judges composed of business and industry leaders across the region.
âThe 12th Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards received an impressive array of outstanding entries. This yearâs winners have clearly shown their dedication to innovation, and we commend their resilience and imaginative efforts,â said Maggie Miller, President of the Stevie Awards.
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