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GAMING1 scoops four wins at Malta iGaming Excellence Awards

Standout year for company earns host of plaudits from judging panel
Leading gaming and sports betting partner GAMING1 has claimed a record-breaking four awards at last week’s Malta iGaming Excellence Awards (MiGEAs).
Held annually at the Intercontinental Hotel in St. Julian’s, the MiGEAs, now in its fifth year, is dedicated to honouring the Maltese gaming industry’s high-flyers – with a host of categories to recognise innovation and operational excellence.
This year has seen GAMING1 go from strength-to-strength, winning Malta’s Best Industry Achiever (Land Based); Malta’s Best Gaming Mark of Excellence; Malta’s Best Omni-channel Provider and Malta’s Best Gaming Company of the Year.
Marking a standout year for the company, 2020 saw GAMING1 has expand its operations by adding over 100 new employees, launching its own proprietary AI player protection tools alongside a raft of new games and partnering with the likes of Kindred and the R Franco Group.
Commenting on its four award wins, Sylvain Boniver, Co-Founder and COO of GAMING1 said:
“I’ve been blown away by the fantastic work each member of the GAMING1 family has put in this year – and our outstanding evening at last week’s ceremony is testament to just that.
“Marking a decade of success, our unique business model has helped our partners succeed across the globe, seamlessly transitioning to the online sector. I’m fully confident that we have an outstanding 2021 ahead of us and look forward to another record-breaking year with our fantastic team.”
GAMING1 has its sights firmly set on continued international expansion with a burgeoning development pipeline for early 2021.
The company is currently in the process of establishing a land-based network with its Circus brand across France, as well as undertaking a joint venture with JOA, who run more than 30 French-based casinos.
In total, GAMING1 operates 42 gaming halls and casino resorts in Belgium, Switzerland, and France, as well as managing a portfolio of 20 online operations in regulated markets across Spain, Portugal, Serbia, Peru and Colombia.
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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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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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Mohegan Sun Named #1 “Best Casino for Slots” in USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

Renowned integrated entertainment destination, Mohegan Sun, has been recognized across multiple categories in this year’s USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, including being named #1 in the inaugural “Best Casino for Slots” category. Mohegan Sun was also ranked #2 for “Best Casino Hotel,” and “Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas,” and Momentum, Mohegan Sun’s rewards program, placed #2 for “Best Players Club”.
Nominees for all categories in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards are selected by a panel of subject matter experts including editors from USA TODAY, editors from 10Best.com, and contributors across Gannett properties, before being opened to public voting. Readers then cast their votes over a four-week period on 10Best.com, which attracts more than 5 million visitors per month.
“Over the past two years, Mohegan Sun has invested $15 million in the slot floor to ensure we’re offering the newest and most exciting games across both Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Earth. Being named Best Casino Slots by the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards is a true testament to that commitment, as well as the exceptional service delivered by our gaming team. We’re equally proud to be recognized as runner-up in three additional major casino resort categories, an achievement that reflects the passion and excellence of our more than 5000 team members at Mohegan Sun,” said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun.
This year has been an abundant award season for Mohegan Sun. The resort earned accolades for its dining, with Michael Jordan’s Steak House named “Best Casino Fine Dining” and TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge winning “Best Casino Casual Dining” in the Best of Connecticut 2025 awards, while Beauty & Essex was honored by Yankee Magazine as Connecticut’s “Best Immersive Dining Experience”. On the entertainment side, the 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena was voted “Best Casino Performance Venue” in the Best of Connecticut 2025 awards and was spotlighted by Yankee Magazine as one of the “10 Best Things to Do in Connecticut This Summer,” further solidifying its reputation as one of the premier entertainment destinations in the region.
The “Best Casino for Slots” honor arrives during a year in which Mohegan Sun has awarded various major jackpots, including $1,374,307 won by a lucky guest on the popular IGT game, Jumanji Next Level. A $5 bet on a Monopoly Cash Wheel game by Aristocrat Gaming also netted $412,607 for a Connecticut native visiting Mohegan Sun in early August. Mohegan Sun recently rolled out the Sky Slot Tournament Zone located near The Cabaret Theatre, featuring games like Wheel of Fortune, Hex Breaker, and Cleopatra, all of which seamlessly switch between tournament mode and regular play.
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