Gaming Awards
Altenar celebrates multiple wins at the 2022 MIGEA Awards
Market-leading supplier continues to be recognised for outstanding contribution to gaming industry
Altenar, the leading sportsbook and iGaming software provider, has secured an impressive double award win at the Malta iGaming Excellence Awards (MiGEAs) 2022, as it continues with its hugely impressive global expansion.
The MiGEAs, now in its seventh year, was held at the Intercontinental Hotel in St. Julian’s on the 24th June, and is dedicated to acknowledging the Maltese gaming industry’s very best – with a range of categories to recognise innovation and operational excellence.
Celebrated as one of the industry’s most accredited sportsbook providers, Altenar took home the prestigious honours of ‘Best Gaming Mark of Excellence’ and ‘Best Gaming Online Betting Platform of The Year’, seeing off the competition in what were highly competitive categories.
Altenar’s MiGEA success further highlights the UKGC-licensed supplier’s continued ability to prove itself as one of the most stable and flexible platforms on the market.
Now live across multiple key jurisdictions with notable successes with a proven track record in many European and American countries, the judges were particularly impressed with the provider’s record-breaking growth.
In total, Altenar recorded a surge in 150% for total bets and player count over the past year, with its key specialisations across Esports, data and virtuals proving to be a major boost for its operator partners.
Commenting on the award win, Dinos Stranomitis, COO at Altenar said: “Another successful awards night for the Altenar team, the credit really has to go to every single individual that works so hard to make our company one of the best in the industry.
“As we continue to grow as a company these are the moments where we can look at how far we have come. We had an incredibly successful growth period in the 2021 financial year with record-breaking results. Now with multiple new products and services, including one of the most advanced sports betting solutions available on the market, we’re confident that we’ll be celebrating even more soon enough.”
Altenar has established itself as the multi-channel sportsbook provider of choice for multiple leading operators across global regulated markets.
Founded in 2011 with more than a decade of experience, the company’s UKGC-licensed sportsbook and iGaming platform has a proven track record of outstanding success across multiple European and American jurisdictions.
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Africa
Amusnet Wins “Best Slot Game Provider” Award at the SiGMA Africa Awards 2026
Amusnet has won the Best Slot Game Provider award at the SiGMA Africa Awards 2026, held on March 3rd during the SiGMA Africa expo in Cape Town. The recognition comes at a special moment for the company as it celebrates its 10th anniversary, highlighting Amusnet’s position as one of the most trusted and high-performing providers across the continent. By successfully bridging global expertise with a deep understanding of local market dynamics, the company continues to strengthen its presence and impact in the African gaming market.
The award serves as a testament to Amusnet’s diverse portfolio, which is meticulously crafted around timeless mechanics, iconic themes and excellent mathematical models.
“Winning ‘Best Slot Game Provider’ is a significant milestone that reflects our on-the-ground dedication to the African market. We aim to build lasting partnerships by delivering games that players truly enjoy and that operators can trust,” said Cameron Green, Country Manager at Amusnet Africa.
This accolade further highlights Amusnet’s global expansion as a leading online provider, marking an important milestone as the company celebrates its 10th anniversary. Over the past decade, Amusnet has strengthened its presence across international markets, delivering engaging gaming experiences across multiple channels while building a reputation as a trusted partner to operators worldwide.
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Central Europe
Endorphina Club Returns to Host the GamingTECH CEE Awards Ceremony & Party at HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026
HIPTHER proudly announces the return of the Endorphina Club Awards Party & Ceremony, the official celebration of the GamingTECH CEE Awards 2026, taking place on 24 March 2026 at 20:00 at the iconic Buddha Bar Prague.
Organised by Endorphina, the Awards & Party Sponsor of the HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026, the evening marks one of the most anticipated moments of the summit’s 10th anniversary edition, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers to celebrate excellence across the Central and Eastern European gaming and technology ecosystem.
This year’s edition continues the successful partnership between HIPTHER and Endorphina, which began in 2023, with the Endorphina Events Team once again curating an unforgettable awards celebration concept and selecting one of Prague’s most elegant venues for the occasion.
A Celebration of Innovation, Community, and Excellence
The GamingTECH CEE Awards shine a spotlight on the companies, products, teams, and individuals shaping the future of gaming and technology across the region.
As part of the HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026, the awards recognise outstanding contributions across a wide spectrum of categories spanning iGaming innovation, compliance leadership, technological advancement, and industry growth.
The Endorphina Club Awards Party elevates the awards ceremony into a full evening experience, where the community gathers to celebrate achievements in a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere.
Guests can expect an exclusive evening where sophistication meets the spirit of Asia, featuring premium drinks, vibrant entertainment, and the unmistakable energy of one of Prague’s most iconic venues.
RSVP Required for Summit Participants
All HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026 participants who wish to attend the Awards Party are invited to confirm their participation in advance.
To secure a place on the official Endorphina Club guest list, attendees should contact the organiser to RSVP, at:
Due to the exclusive nature of the venue and limited capacity, online RSVP is mandatory.
Celebrating a Continued Partnership
The ongoing collaboration between HIPTHER and Endorphina has become a cherished tradition within the Prague Summit experience, with each edition introducing new creative concepts and memorable venues for the industry’s celebration night.
Commenting on the partnership, Zoltan Tundik, Co-Founder and Head of Business at HIPTHER, stated: “The GamingTECH CEE Awards have always been about recognising the people and companies who push our industry forward. Over the years, the Endorphina Club celebration has become one of the most anticipated moments of the Prague Summit. It’s a place where competitors turn into collaborators and the community comes together to celebrate innovation, resilience, and creativity. We are thrilled to once again partner with the Endorphina team to host this special evening in one of Prague’s most iconic venues as we mark the summit’s 10-year milestone.”
The Endorphina Club Party for GamingTECH Awards 2026 takes place during the HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026, held on 24–25 March 2026 at OREA Hotel Andel’s Praha, gathering regulators, operators, technology providers, affiliates, fintech innovators, and industry leaders from across Europe and beyond.
“Prague is our home – and as a Czech company, there’s nowhere we’d rather bring the industry together! Hosting The GamingTECH CEE Awards here isn’t just convenient, it’s personal. That’s why our collaboration with HIPTHER means so much to us: together we get to welcome partners, friends, and colleagues from across the industry to the city that made Endorphina what it is today. The Endorphina Club evening is one of those nights we pour our hearts into-because home games are always the best ones.” — Irina Veselkova, Head of Marketing at Endorphina
Under the theme “Decoding the Future: 10 Years of Impact,” the summit explores the intersection of technology, regulation, and innovation through expert panels, workshops, and curated networking opportunities.
HIPTHER and the Endorphina Club Awards Party promises to deliver an unforgettable evening celebrating the achievements, creativity, and spirit of collaboration that define the gaming and tech community.
More information about HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026:
https://hipther.com/events/prague/
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Africa
VeliGames Secures SiGMA Africa’s Industry Rising Star Award
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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