Gaming Awards
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino and Palms Casino Resort Named Best Casinos in the Country

Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel has earned the #1 “best” title in three USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards categories: Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas, Best Casino Hotel, and Best Casino Restaurant for The Pines Modern Steakhouse. Palms Casino Resort, the sister property of Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, was named Best Casino in Las Vegas.
Yaamava’ and Palms have maintained their top positions for three and two years respectively, with Yaamava’, the only AAA Five Diamond casino resort, moving into the Best Casino Hotel spot for the first time this year. Yaamava’ clinched all three of its nominated categories.
The dynamic “California to Vegas Connection,” Yaamava’ and Palms offer the best of both casino experiences in the region through membership in the Club Serrano loyalty rewards program.
“Winning the title of best casino in the US is a tremendous honor for everyone at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team and a tribute to Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation’s enduring vision of hospitality. We are incredibly grateful for this award and will continue to strive for excellence in everything we do,” said Kenji Hall, General Manager of Yaamava’ Resort & Casino.
Yaamava’ offers unparalleled experiences with luxury casino gaming, world-class live entertainment, award-winning dining, opulent resort accommodations, and a Forbes Travel Guide 5-Star spa. Yaamava’ Resort & Casino’s gaming floor has more than 7400 slots – the most in the West – and hosts several world-premieres each year, debuting the newest and most exciting slots. Players also have access to five high-limit gaming areas and 150 table games.
Guests of Yaamava’ also enjoy amazing, one-of-a-kind promotions where they can win coveted prizes, including rare, collectible items like Action Comics #1, the 2025 Mustang GT 60th anniversary edition and custom and vintage luxury watches.
The Pines Modern Steakhouse offers an exquisite dining experience from start to finish, including Collection 86, a world-class cache of the world’s rarest wines, spirits, beers, and cigars. One of only a handful of Kobe-certified restaurants in the US, guests of The Pines can indulge in both Kobe and rare Japanese Wagyu beef.
Palms Casino Resort, is the first and only Las Vegas resort fully owned and operated by a Native American Tribe, offering guests a vibrant gaming floor, two resort towers with 766 rooms and suites, a dynamic mix of dining options and the popular Ghostbar rooftop lounge.
“We are honored to be named ‘Best Casino in Las Vegas’ for the second year, and proud to continue setting the standard for quality gaming and exceptional service. We are grateful to our team members for embracing our Tribe’s culture of hospitality to deliver an extraordinary experience to every Palms guest,” said Latisha Prieto, Chairperson of the San Manuel Gaming & Hospitality Authority.
Not only does the Club Serrano loyalty program unlock exclusive experiences to stay and play at both Yaamava’ and Palms, but members can also enjoy discounts and earned rewards at Monarch Beach Golf Links, one of only a few oceanfront golf courses in California.
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino and Palms Casino Resort were nominated by a panel of experts, including editors from USA TODAY, editors from 10Best.com, relevant expert contributors, and sources from both media and other Gannett properties before being voted on by the public.
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N1 Partners Made Waves at SBC Summit 2025 with new Award, Surf Trip Giveaway and Partner Highlights

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N1 Partners once again proved its strength in the industry at the SBC Summit 2025 in Lisbon, held from September 16 to 18. With its Surf on the Wave to Success concept, the company brought a surf-inspired atmosphere to the event and returned home with a prestigious recognition.
At the Affiliate Leaders Awards 2025, N1 Partners was named Best Affiliate Program (Silver) — the first standalone ceremony dedicated to the affiliate industry.
“This nomination is a recognition of our focus on more than just numbers – it’s about building a strong community, growing brand awareness, and creating bold campaigns that inspire. At N1 Partners, we believe that trust, transparency, and creativity are what set us apart, and being ranked among the Best Affiliate Programs proves that this approach truly delivers value for our partners and the industry as a whole,” — commented Alexa Bond, Head of Affiliates at N1 Partners.
Riding the Wave of Business Success
Over three days in Lisbon, N1 Partners achieved the following:
- 300+ meetings with current and new affiliates
- Hundreds of Surf on the Wave to Success merch packs delivered to partners
- Strategic discussions on ongoing campaigns, including the year-long N1 Puzzle Promo running until the end of 2025
“Lisbon gave us the chance to meet with our top partners, strengthen relationships, and exchange insights on offers and analytics that drive efficiency. We also focused on strategies for the N1 Puzzle Promo — a campaign that continues until the end of the year and culminates with the grand prize of a Robinson R22 Beta II helicopter. These conversations are exactly what keeps our partnerships growing stronger,” — added Alexa Bond.
Surf Trip Dreams Come True
At the booth, the company organized a raffle for an all-inclusive surf camp trip, which included flights, villa accommodation, professional coaching, and a custom surfboard. More than 100 guests of the N1 Partners booth participated, and one lucky winner received the prize.
“I love winning. And when I saw the giveaway, I knew I had to be there. The idea of ‘Surfing On the Waves to Success’ really resonates with me. I believe that success is not just luck, but alignment — the inner and outer work that underpins true achievement.” — shared the winner.
Making Waves in Media and Community
The N1 Partners booth remained vibrant throughout the summit. The company speakers joined over 10 interviews and live media sessions with leading affiliate outlets and iGaming brands. The N1 Partners team also attended/visited the SBC Legends Charity Game, supporting the initiative that aligns with the brand’s values and sharing in the positive spirit of the event.
Next Stop: Rome — All Roads Lead to SiGMA
SBC Summit 2025 offered three days of networking, achievements, and new opportunities. The next stop for N1 Partners will be SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, embracing the concept that all roads lead to Rome. This event will also be one of the decisive stages in the ongoing race for the helicopter in the N1 Puzzle Promo.
Join N1 Partners
N1 Partners is a multi-brand affiliate program and direct advertiser, uniting 14+ casino and betting brands. With a strong presence in 10+ Tier-1 GEOs, a portfolio of 12 active brands reaching Reg2Dep rates of up to 70%, and a trusted network of 10,000+ affiliates worldwide, the company delivers competitive deals for top partners — CPA up to €650 and RevShare up to 45% — to ensure partners always ride the wave of success.
Be number one with N1!
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2025 Data Management Insight Awards USA
DiffusionData Wins “Best Data Ops Solution Provider” at the 2025 Data Management Insight Awards USA

DiffusionData, the pioneer and leader in real-time data streaming, today announced that Diffusion has been awarded the “Best Data Ops Solution Provider” at the 2025 Data Management Insight Awards USA. Other nominees for the award were Acceldata, Databricks, DataKitchen, IBM Databand, Monte Carlo Data, Snowflake (DataOps features), StreamSets and Zaloni.
The awards recognise both established solution vendors and innovative newcomers providing leading data management solutions, services and consultancy to capital markets participants across the USA. The awards are overseen by an Advisory Board who help shape the categories and review the nominations alongside A-Team Groups Editors.
Diffusion shortlisted for Ten Awards in 2025 so far…
To date in 2025, Diffusion has been shortlisted for “Best Cloud-Based Market Data Delivery Solution” at the Trading Tech Insight Awards USA 2025, for “Live Streaming Supplier” and “Sports Data Supplier” at the EGR B2B Awards 2025, for “Live Betting and Gaming Product” and “Sports Data Product” at the SBC Awards Americas 2025, for “Best Steaming Solution” and “Best Cloud Solution” at the DBTA Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, for “Live Betting and Gaming Product” and “Sports Data Product” at the SBC Awards Europe 2025, and for “Live Betting Product” at the SBC Awards 2025. Last year, Diffusion won the “Best Cloud Platform for Trading Applications” at the TradingTech Insight Awards USA.
Grethe Brown, CEO of DiffusionData, said: “2025 has been a record-breaking award year for Diffusion, with our win at the Data Management Insight Awards USA standing as a milestone moment. This recognition is more than an award, it affirms our leadership in real-time data streaming and justifies our mission to redefine what’s possible for how the world connects, consumes, and acts on data.”
DiffusionData’s framework, Diffusion, is used by companies worldwide in sectors such as financial services, eGaming, retail, travel and transportation, health, defence and digital media. The framework is purpose-built to simplify and speed data-driven, real-time application development, reduce operational costs, and economically deliver personalised data.
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Gaming Awards
Betsson Group Shortlisted in Three Prestigious Categories at the 12th Global Gaming Awards – Americas 2025

The Global Gaming Awards Americas is one of the industry’s most respected recognitions, celebrating excellence and rewarding the strongest performers across the previous 12 months. Now in its 12th edition, the event is renowned for its rigorous shortlisting and voting process, making it one of the most trusted awards ceremonies in the gaming industry.
This year, Betsson Group has been shortlisted in the following categories:
• LATAM & Caribbean Operator of the Year
• Responsible Business of the Year
• Executive of the Year – Andrea Rossi, Commercial Director Latam
The winners are decided by a panel of over 100 senior executives from across the global gaming industry, all bringing extensive expertise and market knowledge. Judges are excluded from voting in categories where conflicts of interest may exist.
The winners will be announced at a special luncheon ceremony on Monday, 6 October 2025, at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas.
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