Gaming Awards

GAMING1 scoops four wins at Malta iGaming Excellence Awards

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5 years ago

November 20, 2020

George Miller

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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.

Betsson Group

Betsson Group Secures Ace of Innovation at the Evolution Awards 2026 – Colombian Market Edition

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5 hours ago

April 15, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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At this year’s GAT Expo in Cartagena, Betsson Group was honoured with the Ace of Innovation award during an exclusive event hosted by Evolution LATAM, dedicated to the Colombian market.

As part of the program of the event, Evolution LATAM shared valuable insights drawn from more than two decades of industry experience. The session explored key performance drivers and strategic triggers that consistently deliver strong revenue growth across the region.

The evening culminated in the Evolution Awards 2026 – Colombian Market Edition, a ceremony recognising the outstanding achievements, commitment, and performance of operators throughout 2025. Winners were selected based on a comprehensive evaluation of their operational excellence and business results across the year. The awards featured six categories, each celebrating a distinct area of industry leadership.

Betsson Group received the Ace of Innovation award in recognition of its continuous efforts to challenge the status quo through forward-thinking strategies across product, user experience, and operations – driving meaningful competitive advantage in the market.

This award specifically highlighted Betsson’s bold and creative activation featuring its brand ambassador and legendary Colombian goalkeeper, René Higuita. This standout campaign set a new industry benchmark by seamlessly integrating traditionally separate verticals into a cohesive and engaging Live Casino experience.

This recognition reinforces Betsson Group’s commitment to innovation and its ability to deliver impactful, locally relevant experiences that resonate with audiences while raising the bar for industry standards in Colombia and beyond.

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Compliance

eGaming Integrity shortlisted for EGR B2B Awards 2026

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1 day ago

April 14, 2026

Wladimir P.

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eGaming Integrity has been shortlisted for the EGR B2B Awards 2026 in the Services Rising Star category.

The company, which describes itself as an Isle of Man-based compliance specialist, is among the firms in contention in the supplier-focused awards programme.

The EGR B2B Awards recognise companies providing products and services to the iGaming industry, spanning suppliers, technology providers and service firms. The awards are judged by a panel of independent industry professionals.

The EGR B2B Awards 2026 ceremony date and the wider shortlist were not included in the announcement.

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Compliance Updates

Flatdog Games Shortlisted for ICA Compliance Awards Europe 2026

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6 days ago

April 9, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Isle of Man-based casino games supplier Flatdog Games has been shortlisted for the Gambling & Gaming Compliance Programme of the Year at the International Compliance Association (ICA) Compliance Awards Europe 2026.

The ICA Compliance Awards recognise excellence, innovation, and collaboration across the compliance and financial crime prevention sector. Following a rigorous judging process led by senior industry figures, Flatdog Games earned a place among the finalists ahead of the awards ceremony on 25 June 2026 at Westminster Park Plaza, London.

The judging panel featured leading compliance professionals including Lisa Bennett, Legal Compliance Director at Mastercard; Jon Duffy, Senior VP of Corporate Assurance & Regulatory Affairs at Genting Casinos UK; and Caroline Braddock, Ethics and Compliance Officer at Rolls-Royce.

Lee Hills, Co-Founder of Flatdog Games, said:
“Being shortlisted for this award validates our commitment to raising compliance standards in the gambling industry. Our focus has been on designing proportionate, non-intrusive systems that safeguard businesses, enhance supply chain integrity, and minimise operational burden. Recognition from the ICA and such a distinguished judging panel shows that our approach is both effective and practical.”

Flatdog Games’ submission highlighted its robust compliance programme, showcasing excellence in regulatory adherence, governance, and data protection.

Pekka Dare, President of ICA, added:
“We congratulate Flatdog Games on being named a finalist. All entrants represent the best of the compliance industry, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements at the awards ceremony in June.”

The winners will be announced at the ceremony on Thursday, 25 June 2026 at Westminster Park Plaza, London.

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