Gaming Awards

LeoVegas awarded Casino Operator of the Year

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5 years ago

December 10, 2020

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LeoVegas is the Casino Operator of the Year. Accepting the award, Matthew Jakes, Casino Portfolio Specialist at LeoVegas said:
“It is fantastic to receive this award, not just because everybody wants the prestige of being operator of the year, but it is really showing how much work we have, as a collective as Team Leo, put in during what has been an exceptional year.”

“Our commitment to innovation and providing the greatest and safest gaming experience for our players is something we are very much proud of. It seems a long time ago that we brought our own Branded Megaways and Multiplay to life and most recently it is the massive appeal of LeoJackpot, we really enjoy being King of Casino and we equally appreciate such recognition today”

LeoVegas was named Casino Operator of the Year at the SBC Awards 2020. TV presenter Kirsty Gallacher, Vinnie Jones actor and former professional footballer and goalkeeper legend Petr Cech hosted the event, which was held virtually this time. The annual SBC Awards recognise the achievements of operators and affiliates in sports, betting and igaming.

Africa

VeliGames Secures SiGMA Africa’s Industry Rising Star Award

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1 day ago

March 4, 2026

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VeliGames, a game aggregation platform from VeliTech, has received the Industry Rising Star award at the SiGMA Africa 2026 Awards, highlighting the platform’s swift innovation and significant influence on African iGaming.

The Industry Rising Star award highlights a developing company that displays remarkable potential, creativity, and influence, rapidly positioning itself as a forthcoming leader in the iGaming sector. It emphasizes VeliGames’ dedication to providing not just a content pipeline, but also genuine innovation and a comprehensive growth engine for operators in developing markets.

“Winning the SiGMA Africa Award for Industry Rising Star 2026 is a proud moment for our team. From day one, we built VeliGames with African operators in mind, combining local-fit content, practical tooling, and pricing that makes sense on the ground. We back it all up with hands-on operational know-how from working in the region. That’s what being a true content partner looks like.” Irakli Kakhidze, CEO at VeliGames.

Tailored for Africa’s infrastructure challenges, device characteristics, and user habits, VeliGames provides a performance-oriented casino content layer aimed at thriving in areas where conventional, high-bandwidth aggregation methods struggle. Rather than solely competing based on catalogue size, VeliGames prioritizes the key factors that genuinely contribute to casino success in Africa: speed, accessibility, conversion, and session stability.

The platform delivers content in a highly efficient, mobile-centric setting designed to function dependably amid variable connectivity, restricted device storage, and brief gaming sessions, assisting operators in ensuring seamless gameplay and enhanced player experiences on a larger scale.

Alongside curated third-party titles, the platform includes exclusive in-house content:

VeliPlay: bold, crash-and-fast titles built for immersion, retention, and high replay value
Heaven of 7: high-impact slot content designed for strong engagement, session after session

Visit VeliTech at Stand 096 from March 3-5 to learn why VeliGames was honored as the Industry Rising Star. Discover live game demonstrations, witness performance features in action, and learn how operators can create unique iGaming brands with a platform designed for regional requirements.

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AGS

AGS Wins Two Awards at 8th Annual Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Slot Awards

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1 day ago

March 4, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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AGS has won two awards at the Eilers & Krejcik (EKG) Slot Awards, held at Palms Resort Casino on February 26. The Company was honored by industry experts with being awarded Most Improved Supplier – Core 2025 and Top Performing New Online Table Game 2025 for Blackjack Single Deck.

This is the third time in EKG Slot Awards history that AGS has won Most Improved Supplier – Core, and the second year ASG Interactive received an award in the real-money online gaming category.

“We are thrilled to be recognized by the experts for the innovation that everyone at AGS works tirelessly to deliver to our customers and players. Receiving these awards is a testament to the strength of our land-based slot content and expansive online portfolio, which now incorporates table games,” said Mark DeDeaux, Senior Vice President and GM of Slots at AGS.

Every month, AGS’ Core cabinets and slot titles appear in the Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Casino Games Report, reinforcing the strength behind the Company’s Most Improved Supplier – Core award. Their consistently high-performing products continue to stand out across the industry, earning praise from players and operators for their engaging designs, familiarity, and proven performance.

AGS entered the online table game market in 2024 with the launch of War, and after seeing strong results, AGS Interactive (AGSi) expanded the portfolio with a suite of blackjack titles, including Blackjack Single Deck, Blackjack Double Deck, and Blackjack Side Bets. The innovative addition of Blackjack Single Deck brings the excitement of AGS’ proprietary land‑based traditional felt side bets – such as InBet, Jack‑A‑Tack, Hole Card Bonus, and Trifecta Blackjack – into an online‑friendly experience. This convergence of land‑based innovation with simplified digital gameplay sets Blackjack Single Deck apart in the real‑money online table‑game category.

The EKG Slot Awards are produced by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming and recognize excellence in slot game development in the casino gaming industry.

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Aristocrat

Casino Industry Experts Honor Aristocrat with Multiple Accolades at 8th Annual Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Slot Awards

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2 days ago

March 3, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Aristocrat has received multiple awards at the 8th Annual Eilers & Krejcik (EKG) Slot Awards. The event also marked a special milestone for Dan Marks, Senior Vice President of Gaming at Aristocrat and Master Patent Inventor, who was inducted into the EKG Slot Awards Hall of Fame Class of 2026 as the eighth honoree in the Game Development category.

Notably, Aristocrat Gaming was awarded “Best Overall Supplier of Slot Content” for the eighth consecutive year, while Aristocrat Interactive and Product Madness were awarded top recognition for “Most Improved Supplier of Online Content” and “Social Casino Operator of the Year.”

“At Aristocrat, great content that inspires players and drives strong business results for customers is our core competitive advantage. We are proud to be recognized across so many EKG Slot Awards categories, and these wins reflect the extraordinary creativity of our people,” said Matt Primmer, Chief Product Officer for Aristocrat.

The EKG Slot Awards are produced by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming (EKG) and recognize excellence in slot game development in the casino gaming industry.

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