Industry Awards
SiGMA Group Acquires Majority Stake in iGaming Academy
SiGMA Group has announced it has acquired a majority stake in iGaming Academy, which offers vocational and compliance training in over 25 jurisdictions, to more than 60,000 gaming professionals yearly, for an undisclosed figure.
This acquisition is set to greatly complement their current portfolio by embedding various forms of industry education throughout SiGMA’s global event schedule and online network.
Eman Pulis, Founder of the SiGMA Group, said: “The acquisition comes at a perfect time for us. We’ve been working closely with iGaming Academy for many years now. I love what Jaime and the Conexus Group have built and look forward to supporting this growth with new initiatives and a wider offering of educational programs globally. The industry is crying out for more talent and regulatory insight, with new markets continuing to regulate. As a result, we want to be very active in this business.”
Robert Dowling from Conexus Group said: “Conexus will remain actively involved in the iGaming Academy and our clients will continue to receive the outstanding training they expect from this brand,” said Rob Dowling, CEO of The Conexus Group. “We are confident that this strategic acquisition by SiGMA will allow the iGaming Academy to expand and improve its services offering to better serve the evolving training needs of the iGaming industry.”
Jaime Debono said: “This acquisition marks a major milestone for iGaming Academy – our mission has also been to educate the industry – both on key regulatory compliance topics as well as vocational training for existing and new markets. With the support of SiGMA Group, we will be able to accelerate this strategy through their global event calendar, enrich both training and event content and reach a much wider audience than ever before.”
Vinicius Moraes de Carvalho, Investment Partner at Ikigai Ventures, said: “The acquisition of IGA is another important milestone for SiGMA’s vision. IGA’s extensive training library rounds up our offer of services for the igaming industry by allowing us to be at the forefront of educational and regulatory tools for the market. We have strong confidence in Jaime and his team and are thrilled about the next chapters.”
iGaming Academy will continue to work in their current organisational structure with Jaime Debono remaining as company CEO and continuing to work alongside his team.
The deal will continue to see the management at iGaming Academy at the helm, with SiGMA’s corporate governance and marketing arm supporting the business to go from strength to strength.
Following the acquisition, the iGaming Academy is setting up an office in Cyprus to build its online offering and content development. In addition, its revenue streams will also be bolstered through new affiliate partner deals. More courses will also be made available in multiple languages, thus meeting the global demand for training.
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Balkans
EGT Digital Receives Industry Impact Award at BEGE Awards 2025
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EGT Digital is proud to announce that the company has been honored with the Industry Impact Award at the BEGE Awards 2025. This special recognition celebrates our strategic influence, long-term vision, and contribution to the advancement of digital gaming technologies.
The award acknowledges EGT Digital’s commitment to innovation, the development of next-generation iGaming solutions, and our continuous efforts to shape the future of the industry.
This milestone reaffirms our position as a driving force in digital gaming and motivates us to continue delivering high-performance products, meaningful partnerships, and cutting-edge experiences to operators and players worldwide.
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Alexander Kamenetskyi Head of SOFTSWISS Sportsbook
The SOFTSWISS Sportsbook Wins SiGMA South Asia Awards 2025
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The SOFTSWISS Sportsbook has been named Best Online Sportsbook Provider at the SiGMA South Asia Awards 2025. The awards ceremony took place on 30 November in Colombo, Sri Lanka, recognising outstanding achievement and meaningful contributions to the region’s iGaming landscape.
This award comes at a milestone moment for the SOFTSWISS Sportsbook, which has just marked its fifth anniversary. Built on a flexible, platform-agnostic architecture, the solution seamlessly integrates with any casino platform on the market in under 14 days.
Alexander Kamenetskyi, Head of SOFTSWISS Sportsbook, celebrates the milestone: “Winning Best Online Sportsbook Provider in South Asia is meaningful because it reflects the trust and results we deliver for operators in one of the world’s fastest-growing betting regions. Our priority is to give clients a stable, scalable platform backed by reliable technology and strong service support. This award shows that our approach works perfectly.”
Coming in the same year as the product’s fifth anniversary, this milestone follows a series of significant achievements in 2025, including:
- The launch of the industry’s first Sportsbook Network Jackpot, with a prize of over 80,000 euro from a 166 euro combo bet with total odds of 4.38.
- A major technical overhaul of API 2.0, enabling faster onboarding and more scalable integrations.
- A renewed CMS, giving operators deeper control over content, branding, and event management.
Beyond daily operations, the SOFTSWISS Sportsbook team is actively shaping the future of the betting industry. In the recently released 2026 iGaming Trends report, the team shares its insights on emerging microtrends, including the rise of microbetting and the increasing integration of sportsbooks into online casino projects.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 36,700 casino games, Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. The expert team, based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia, counts over 2,000 employees.
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Amusnet Italy
Amusnet Italy Reaffirms Industry Commitment as Headline Sponsor of EGR Italy Awards 2025 for Second Consecutive Year
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Amusnet Italy proudly participated as the Headline Sponsor for the EGR Italy Awards 2025 on November 21. Supporting this prestigious event for a second consecutive year reaffirms the provider’s commitment to the industry and celebrates the collective achievements of the Italian market.
Prior to the gala, Amusnet Italy participated in the EGR Italy Briefing, joining leading executives to discuss critical topics, including the new licensing regime and responsible gambling. The company was excited to play an active role in shaping insights that inspire progress across the sector.
“Our presence in the region continues to evolve, shifting from supplier to a strategic partner. With an ever-growing game catalog and launching new competitive bonus platforms, we remain dedicated to driving mutual success and strengthening our standing as a leading force in the Italian market,” said Polina Nedyalkova, Director at Amusnet Italy.
During the awards ceremony, Polina had the honour of presenting the accolades for Operator of the Year and Casino Operator, underscoring the company’s close collaboration with the industry’s top performers.
The EGR Italy Awards celebrate the very best of the Italian iGaming sector since 2014, recognising and rewarding Operators, Affiliates and Service providers that have led the way in the past 12 months in terms of innovation, sustainability, customer experience and product development.
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