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WhichBingo Announces 2020 Award Winners at Star-Studded Online Event Marking 20 Years

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WhichBingo, the UK’s number one, independent online bingo reviews and affiliate site, owned and operated by XLMedia, announced its 2020 WhichBingo Awards winners at an unprecedented pre-recorded video ceremony. The highly anticipated event featured UK television personality and chef Rustie Lee, actress and presenter Linda Lusardi, and actor and presenter Christopher Biggins as its co-hosts, while taking a virtual trip to destinations around the globe to announce the winners.

The WhichBingo Awards is one of the annual highlights for the UK online bingo industry and a collective celebration of the best brands in the gaming business. This year was particularly memorable as WhichBingo marked its 20th year of operation. With almost 200,000 votes cast across 18 categories and brand submissions for the judging panel categories, the WhichBingo Awards continue to grow in prominence and has sealed its place as a major event on the online bingo calendar.

Buzz Bingo led the event, capturing four of the bingo industry’s esteemed awards and claiming the coveted prize of the ‘Best Bingo Site’. Buzz Bingo remains a relatively new player to the online bingo space, winning the ‘Best New Bingo Site’ category only last year. Dream Bingo was awarded ‘Best Microgaming Bingo Site’ for the fourth consecutive year, while Wink Bingo picked up ‘Best Dragonfish Bingo Site’ for the fourth year running.

“I want to extend my congratulations to all of the deserving winners and nominees,” said Stuart Simms, CEO of XLMedia PLC Group. “The WhichBingo Awards looked very different this year as it was impossible for us all to come together and celebrate the many bingo accomplishments of the past year. Online bingo’s future looks very promising as we head into the second half of 2020. As the industry continues to welcome new players to the online space while simultaneously embracing the latest regulations, we are confident that online bingo will continue to flourish and rise in popularity.”

The winners in full:

  • Best Slot Game: Slingo Rainbow Riches (Gaming Realms)
  • Best New Bingo Game: The Voice UK Bingo
  • Best Jumpman Bingo Site: Zeus Bingo
  • Best Dragonfish Bingo Site: Wink Bingo
  • Best Microgaming Bingo Site: Dream Bingo
  • Best Playtech Bingo Site: Buzz Bingo
  • Best Bingo Chat Team: Buzz Bingo
  • Best New Slots Site: Rainbow Riches Casino
  • Best New Bingo Site: Smooth Bingo
  • Best Slots Site: Gala Spins
  • Best Bingo Site: Buzz Bingo
  • Most Socially Responsible Operator: Gala Bingo
  • Best Customer Service: mFortune
  • Best Marketing Campaign: Mecca Bingo
  • Best Social Media: Gala Bingo
  • Best Mobile Bingo Site: Mecca Bingo
  • Best Bingo Software: Pragmatic Play
  • Best Slots Provider: Pragmatic Play

 

The full ceremony can be found here, along with the list of winners.

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BMM INNOVATION GROUP TO SPONSOR AND EXHIBIT AT SBC RIO 2026 MARCH 3–5 AT RIOCENTRO, RIO DE JANEIRO

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BMM Innovation Group (BIG) has confirmed its sponsorship and exhibition at SBC Summit Rio, taking place March 3–5, 2026, at Riocentro. Attendees can visit the company at Stand A816 to explore its latest compliance, cybersecurity, and training solutions for the regulated gaming sector.

Headquartered in Las Vegas, BMM Innovation Group continues to expand its presence in Latin America, supporting Brazil’s rapidly growing regulated betting and iGaming market.


Strengthening Compliance in Brazil’s Regulated Market

At SBC Rio 2026, BIG will spotlight BMM Testlabs and its comprehensive product compliance testing and certification services. With an established office in São Paulo and 15 additional global locations, BMM Testlabs works closely with regulators, operators, and suppliers across Brazil and Latin America.

As Brazil’s regulated sports betting and online gaming market accelerates, compliance, responsible gaming, and player protection remain top priorities. BMM Testlabs ensures that fixed-odds betting systems and online gaming platforms meet Brazilian regulatory standards, supporting secure and transparent market growth.

Marzia Turrini, President of iGaming & Cybersecurity at BMM Testlabs, highlighted Brazil as one of the world’s most dynamic gaming markets, emphasizing the importance of regulatory compliance and system security in driving sustainable expansion.


Cybersecurity and Responsible Gaming Solutions

In addition to compliance services, BIG will present solutions from:

  • BIG Cyber – Delivering penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, PCI:DSS evaluations, and managed cybersecurity services to protect operators and suppliers from emerging threats.

  • RG24seven Virtual Training – Providing compliance-focused online training programs covering Responsible Gaming and Anti-Money Laundering (AML), with content available in Portuguese and Spanish to support regional operators.

Together, these solutions reinforce BIG’s mission to serve the full gaming ecosystem—from product certification and cybersecurity protection to regulatory training and workforce education.


Meet BMM Innovation Group at SBC Rio

Industry professionals attending SBC Summit Rio 2026 are invited to schedule in-person meetings with BMM Innovation Group representatives to discuss compliance, cybersecurity, and training strategies tailored to Brazil’s evolving regulatory landscape.

More about the event to meet with BMM representatives at https://sbcnews.co.uk/events/2026/02/25/sbc-summit-rio-2026-2/

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Ceuta refuerza su apuesta por el Juego en Interazar, la gran Feria española del Sector

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La Ciudad autónoma acudirá de nuevo a Madrid para reforzar su compromiso con la Industria

La próxima edición de Interazar volverá a ser el gran punto de encuentro de la Industria del Juego española y contará, una vez más, con la participación activa del Gobierno de Ceuta, que reafirma así su compromiso firme y continuado con un Sector del todo determinante para su modelo económico.

Ceuta vuelve a la Feria Española del Juego los próximos días 28 y 29 de abril en IFEMA con un mensaje claro: la Ciudad se ha convertido en uno de los grandes polos de atracción para la Industria del Juego y la tecnología, ya no sólo en España, sino en Europa. La presencia institucional ceutí servirá para continuar mostrando las ventajas fiscales únicas de la Ciudad, su seguridad jurídica y un ecosistema cada vez más maduro, que ya alberga a buena parte de las principales compañías del Juego online que operan en España.

La apuesta del Gobierno de Ceuta por el Sector no es coyuntural. Los datos avalan un modelo que ha generado empleo cualificado, incrementando de forma notable la recaudación pública y situando a la Ciudad como un hub tecnológico de referencia. Interazar se presenta así, como el foro natural para reforzar la relación con las empresas ya implantadas y para abrir nuevas vías de colaboración con Operadores y proveedores que buscan un entorno competitivo y estable desde el que crecer.

La combinación entre un certamen con identidad propia como Interazar, y una Administración que ha sabido entender el potencial del Sector, convierte esta participación en una muestra más de una estrategia coherente y sostenida en el tiempo.

 

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EMERGENCY Developer Sixteen Tons on Record Growth Trajectory: Studio Appoints Creator of Billion-Dollar Hit June’s Journey as Chief Creative Officer

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Sixteen Tons Entertainment, the studio behind the award-winning EMERGENCY series, today announced the appointment of Sebastian Nußbaum as Chief Creative Officer. A lifelong fan of the franchise and an accomplished creative leader in the European games industry, Nußbaum joins CEO Jan Richter’s leadership team to guide the next phase of EMERGENCY’s growth.

Nußbaum’s connection to EMERGENCY spans back to the franchise’s earliest titles, drawn to its unique blend of authentic simulation and strategic gameplay. This personal passion, combined with Sixteen Tons’ recent performance, made joining the studio an easy decision.

Over 200% Revenue Growth for EMERGENCY HQ
Since Jan Richter became CEO in mid-2024, EMERGENCY HQ has achieved remarkable growth, with monthly revenue increasing by more than 200% in just 18 months — eight years after its original launch. The growth has been almost entirely organic, fueled by consistent content updates, live events, and expansion into international markets, particularly the United States. The studio now employs approximately 35 team members.

From Niche Franchise to Billion-Dollar Potential
At Wooga, Nußbaum served as Vice President Creative, leading the development of June’s Journey and Pearl’s Peril, turning them into globally successful titles with June’s Journey generating over $1 billion in lifetime revenue. He now brings this expertise to Sixteen Tons, aiming to scale EMERGENCY into its next era.

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“The growth of EMERGENCY HQ over the past 18 months demonstrates the true potential of this brand — and we are still early,” said Jan Richter, CEO of Sixteen Tons. “Sebastian brings not only creative vision and passion, but also the operational expertise to elevate the franchise and redefine its genre. His decision to join our team validates our ambitions and motivates us to raise the bar even further.”

Nußbaum added:
“What Jan and the team have achieved with EMERGENCY HQ is truly impressive. The dynamic growth, clarity of strategy, and strength of the team made it clear that something special is happening at Sixteen Tons. I’m excited to contribute to the evolution of this brand and help realize its enormous potential.”

Sixteen Tons at GDC 2026
Sixteen Tons Entertainment will showcase its development at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, March 9–13. CEO Jan Richter will present insights into the transformation of EMERGENCY HQ and its record revenue growth, while Sebastian Nußbaum will be available for interviews and media engagements.

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