Industry Awards
Revealing the victors of the Casino Guru Awards 2024

The curtain has closed on the spectacular Casino Guru Awards 2024 ceremony, and we are thrilled to announce the champions across all categories! Hosted live by Šimon Vincze, Casino Guru’s Head of Sustainable and Safer Gambling, the event was an electrifying affair, streaming for over 3 hours via Casino Guru’s dynamic YouTube channel.
After the ceremony concluded, Daniela Sliva, the visionary behind the Casino Guru Awards project, expressed her elation at the event’s success. She reflected on the challenges overcome and the opportunities seized in recent months, noting the enthusiastic response from industry luminaries. Sliva underscored the pivotal role of this event in heralding a new era of transformation within the industry.
The ceremony kicked off with Vincze introducing the esteemed members of Casino Guru’s External Panel of Judges, some of whom participated live during the proceedings. These discerning judges had previously evaluated categories such as “Most Effective Social Responsibility,” “Best Implementation of RG Tools,” and “Most Ethical Approach to Marketing” during a live session in Bratislava, Slovakia, last year. After rigorous deliberations, they handpicked the deserving winners.
Vincze engaged the judges in enlightening discussions about the evaluation process, highlighting its transparency and alignment with industry values. The judges lauded the meticulous organization, which included face-to-face meetings and video interviews, fostering collaborative deliberations and diverse perspectives.
The Casino Guru Awards 2024 ceremony was a captivating fusion of panel discussions, nominee interviews, and winner announcements. Vincze delved into various category-related topics, giving shortlisted candidates the platform to showcase their initiatives before unveiling the winners. Curious about the victors?
Here are the triumphant champions of the Casino Guru Awards 2024:
- The Fairest Bonus Policy – RoySpins
- The Fairest General T&Cs – BlueChip Casino
- The Most Impactful Social Responsibility Initiative – Fortuna Entertainment Group
- The Best Implementation of RG Tools – Mindway AI (Development), L&L Europe Ltd (Implementation)
- The Most Transparent Casino – Casino 999
- The Most Effective Handling of Complaints – Vulkan Vegas
- The Most Ethical Approach to Marketing – Clarion Gaming
- Voice of the People – WinSpirit Casino
Stay tuned for exclusive interviews with the winners, where we delve deeper into their processes and values, revealing the secrets behind their triumphs.
Additionally, the ceremony featured live interviews with internal judges, providing invaluable insights into Casino Guru’s internal processes and offering advice to contestants. Viewers were also treated to pre-recorded interviews with external judges, offering perspectives on the transparent judging process and more.
Compared to last year’s edition, the Casino Guru Awards 2024 witnessed a monumental evolution in various aspects, from the volume and quality of nominations to the extensive online meetings with shortlists and the overwhelming participation in the open category “Voice of the People.” Plans for next year promise even greater heights, reflecting Casino Guru’s commitment to elevating the entire industry.
Although the Casino Guru Awards 2024 have concluded, and our champions have been crowned, our journey continues. Nominations for the Casino Guru Awards 2025 will open in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for further updates as we embark on the next chapter of industry excellence.
Industry Awards
ZettaOnline Wins “Best Payment Service Provider in CEE” at GamingTECH CEE Awards 2025

ZettaOnline is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious title of Best Payment Service Provider in Central and Eastern Europe at the GamingTECH CEE Awards 2025, held on March 26 in Prague during the opening day of the Prague Gaming & Tech Summit, organized by Hipther.
The award marks a significant milestone for the company, which received its first official recognition in the gaming industry. Competing alongside leading fintech and gaming providers across the region, ZettaOnline advanced from nomination to finalist, before being named winner in one of the event’s most competitive categories.
“This award is a tremendous honor and a reflection of our team’s hard work, vision, and relentless drive to provide outstanding fintech solutions tailored to the gaming industry,” said Milena Tsankarska, Chief Commercial and Marketing Officer at ZettaOnline, who accepted the award on behalf of the company. “We’re especially proud that this is our first award in the gaming sector—it inspires us to aim even higher.”
In addition to the awards ceremony, ZettaOnline participated in the Prague Gaming & Tech Summit, engaging in strategic discussions with industry leaders and forging new partnerships
“Events like these are essential for innovation and growth,” Tsankarska added. “We’d like to thank the Hipther team for the outstanding organization and continued support throughout the journey.”
ZettaOnline remains committed to delivering top-tier, secure, and scalable payment solutions to its partners and clients, and this recognition only strengthens the company’s resolve to lead in the fintech and gaming technology space.
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Amusnet Wins Best Online Casino Provider in CEE at the GamingTECH Awards 2025

Amusnet has been named Best Online Casino Provider in CEE at the prestigious GamingTECH Awards 2025, solidifying its leadership position in the gaming industry across Central and Eastern Europe.
The award was announced on March 25, 2025, during the official GamingTECH CEE Awards Ceremony, part of the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit. Since its launch in 2017, the Summit has evolved into a boutique-style event that champions innovation and facilitates valuable connections among industry leaders. Amusnet representatives from the Compliance, Legal, and Account Management teams attended the event, joining discussions on some of the most relevant topics shaping the industry today. The conference focused on key themes such as artificial intelligence innovation, blockchain integration, regulatory updates, fintech evolution, and sustainability practices within the gaming ecosystem.
Celebrating excellence and forward-thinking developments, the GamingTECH Awards recognize outstanding achievements of companies operating on a global scale. Amusnet’s recognition highlights the company’s commitment to delivering top-notch casino products, expanding its diverse portfolio of slot games and live casino offerings.
“We are truly honored to receive the Best Online Casino Provider in CEE award,” commented Irina Rusimova, Chief Commercial Officer at Amusnet. “This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team and our ongoing drive to deliver exceptional gaming experiences for players while empowering our partners to succeed. It inspires us to keep pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks in the industry.”
This award highlights Amusnet’s ongoing commitment to excellence and its role in shaping the future of the online gaming landscape in CEE and beyond.
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Industry Awards
GR8 Tech Named Best Sports Betting Provider in CEE at GamingTECH Awards 2025

GR8 Tech has been named Best Sports Betting Provider in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) at the GamingTECH Awards 2025. The recognition, delivered at the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit, is a testament to GR8 Tech’s high-performance sportsbook solutions, client-centric approach, and commitment to AI-driven innovation.
“Winning this award is a stepping stone toward our larger vision to become the #1 sportsbook-driven platform by 2028,” said Sergey Ghazaryan, CRO at GR8 Tech. “This achievement proves we are on the right track. By combining top-tier technology with business-first thinking, we help our clients in CEE and beyond grow revenue, improve operational efficiency, and deliver betting experiences that drive long-term success.”
This win follows another recent major recognition from International Investor Magazine, which awarded GR8 Tech the Best iGaming Platform Europe 2025, highlighting the company’s growing leadership in the iGaming space.
Pushing Boundaries with AI-Driven Innovation
A key differentiator for GR8 Tech is its fast and scalable, AI-powered sportsbook, built to maximize operator revenue through advanced margin management, personalization, and region-specific optimizations. Operators benefit from automated odds engines, predictive retention models, and AI-driven CRM automation, cutting process times from 2 days to 15 minutes. With AI driving up to 30% revenue growth and 75-80% higher retention when paired with an expert team, GR8 Tech delivers a smarter, more efficient, and highly engaging sportsbook experience.
The company’s thought leadership in AI was also showcased at the summit, where GR8 Tech’s Head of AI, Raid Arfua, hosted a hands-on workshop on AI applications in iGaming CRM, and discussed the rise of AI-based recommendation engines in sports betting, strategies for managing AI-associated risks, and the challenge of distinguishing true innovation from hype in a panel discussion “The Rise of AI in Gaming: Friend, Foe, or Industry Game-Changer?”
As GR8 Tech advances toward becoming the top global sportsbook platform, it continues to elevate industry standards with advanced AI and operator-focused innovation. The company invites iGaming leaders to explore its next-generation solutions and be part of the transformation shaping the future of sports betting.
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