Industry Awards
IGT Wins Diversity and Inclusion Category at 2024 Women in Gaming Diversity Awards for Second Consecutive Year

International Game Technology PLC announced that it won the “Diversity and Inclusion” category at the 2024 Women in Gaming (WIG) Diversity Awards last week in London. The annual awards program recognizes individuals and organizations for their outstanding commitment to enhancing diversity, equality, and inclusion within the gaming industry. This marks the second year in a row that IGT has been recognized in the same category.
“Winning the ‘Diversity and Inclusion’ category at the WIG Diversity Awards for the second consecutive year reinforces IGT’s standing as a leading workplace committed to embodying a culture of empowerment for all colleagues globally,” said Brian Blake, IGT Vice President, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. “We are passionate about embedding equality across all facets of our organization and will continue to raise the standard of excellence in the gaming industry, inspiring our employees, stakeholders and community partners.”
Since IGT created its Office of Diversity & Inclusion in 2018, the Company has executed various programs, policies, and systems that have promoted multiple dimensions of diversity, equity, and inclusion. These include facilitating mandatory and elective employee training courses that support the Company’s anti-discrimination commitments, implementing more inclusive and equitable hiring processes, and offering competitive benefits for same-sex partners.
IGT has also expanded its global roadmap for its employee-led and executive-sponsored employee impact groups, which include the Women’s Inclusion Network (WIN), ACE (Employees of African descent), PRIDE (LGBTQ+), Wealth of Wisdom (employees 50+), NEXGEN (millennial and Gen Z employees), Military at IGT (supporting those who have served), SuperAbilities (empowering people with disabilities), and Well-Being at IGT (mental health).
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BetConstruct
BetConstruct Wins “White Label Supplier of the Year” at SBC Awards 2025

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BetConstruct has won the prestigious “White Label Supplier of the Year” award at the SBC Awards 2025, a major industry recognition that underscores the strength and success of the BetConstruct White Label Solution.
The award reaffirms BetConstruct’s business-first approach and commitment to innovation. Recognised as far more than software, the White Label Solution is a complete infrastructure, a true “business-in-a-box” designed to minimise time-to-market and maximise long-term profitability for operators.
Key elements that make BetConstruct’s White Label Solution stand out:
• Unparalleled Operational Freedom: Partners operate under BetConstruct’s licences, bypassing regulatory, legal, financial and administrative barriers across multiple jurisdictions.
• Financial Flexibility: Zero initial contribution fees and zero upfront jackpot contribution fees remove financial hurdles and support scalable growth.
• Comprehensive Management and Support: A robust back office and the signature BME Console serve as a central hub where partners can configure, manage and grow their business without third-party dependencies.
• Global Reach: Over 500 integrated payment methods enable seamless global scalability with localised solutions.
• Success Tools: Powerful, customisable promotional tools, including bonus systems, loyalty programmes and jackpots, are reinforced by robust risk management and a 24/7 support team of experienced industry professionals.
This comprehensive, seamless approach empowers partners to launch quickly, expand into new markets and streamline operations. By delivering speed, scale and tangible results, BetConstruct enables operators to focus on what truly matters: acquisition, retention and growth.
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Betsson Group
Betsson Group Recognised at SBC Summit Lisbon 2025

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Betsson Group has received a series of prestigious awards at the SBC Summit in Lisbon.
On 17 September, Betsson Group Affiliates was recognised at the Affiliate Leaders Awards 2025, securing the Silver Award for Affiliate Programme of the Year. This achievement reflects the dedication of Betsson’s affiliate team in delivering innovative, transparent, and value-driven partnerships across diverse markets.
The following evening, at the SBC Awards 2025, Betsson Group won Gold for Casino Operator of the Year and Silver for Operator of the Year. These awards recognise Betsson’s continued growth, its focus on customer experience and ability to combine innovation with responsibility in highly competitive markets.
Winning across both award ceremonies during the industry’s flagship week demonstrates Betsson Group’s strong position as a leading operator, consistently delivering sustainable value across its B2C brands and affiliate network.
Beyond the awards, Betsson Group contributed actively to the Summit programme, with senior leaders taking part in keynote panels, regulatory discussions, and market insights across Brazil, Italy and beyond. Its General Counsel, Corinne Valletta, and CEO, Jesper Svensson, alongside other senior Betssonites, shared their expertise with the industry, while Betsson Group Affiliates welcomed partners and guests at their vibrant stand.
With more than 30,000 delegates gathered in Lisbon, SBC Summit 2025 once again set the stage for networking, business development and recognition. Betsson Group has also supported the Legends Charity Game, which raised over €1,000,000 for good causes, through a contribution of €20,000.
These awards over the past days bring the Group’s wins for 2025 to 35, with more than three months still to go. It is remarkable to see so many different functions across Betsson Group being recognised for their hard work, innovation and industry excellence.
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Betsson Group
Betsson Group Shortlisted for Fourteen Categories at the EGR Operator Awards 2025

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Betsson Group continues to set the benchmark in the iGaming industry, securing an impressive fourteen nominations at the prestigious EGR Operator Awards 2025. Wildly recognised as one of the industry’s most respected ceremonies, these awards celebrate innovation, excellence and leadership. Among this year’s nominations is a well-deserved recognition for Ryan Schembri, Betsson Group’s Chief Product Officer, in the Individual Achievement Award category.
The EGR Operator Awards are judged by an independent panel of industry experts through a thorough process that ensures only the most innovative companies and outstanding individuals are recognised. Each category is carefully designed with its own criteria to reflect the fast-moving nature of the gaming industry and to highlight those truly delivering market-leading products and services.
The categories Betsson Group has been shortlisted for include:
• Casino Operator
• Employer of the Year
• Individual Achievement Award – Ryan Schembri, CPO at Betsson Group
• Operator of the Year
• Sports Betting Operator
• Best Customer Service
• Diversity and Inclusion Model
• ESG Strategy of the Year
• Affiliate Programme – Betsson Group Affiliates
• Football Betting Operator
• In-House Product
• Marketing Campaign
• Safer Gambling Operator
• Slots Operator
Over the years, Betsson Group has received numerous accolades at the EGR Operator Awards, including an outstanding eight-time win for Customer Services Operator of the Year. This track record reflects the company’s vision of deliver the very best customer experience in the industry.
The winners of the EGR Operator Awards 2025 will be announced at a ceremony in London on 22 October.
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