Industry Awards
SOFTSWISS Becomes Employer of the Year at SBC Awards 2024
SOFTSWISS celebrates its success at the esteemed SBC Awards, triumphing in the Employer of the Year category. The SBC Awards took place in Lisbon, crowning all SBC Summit events with a memorable ceremony.
Providing premier networking opportunities in a dynamic and memorable setting, the SBC Awards honours excellence across the gaming and betting industry. Notably, SOFTSWISS, alongside reputable industry leader, Betsson Group, garnered the biggest number of nominations, being shortlisted for 8 categories. The Employer of the Year category rewards companies that provide exceptional working conditions for their employees.
SOFTSWISS experienced significant growth last year, expanding its workforce by 22% to over 2,000 employees across 26 countries, working from comfortable offices or remotely. The employer fosters an inclusive and dynamic work environment with a near-equal male-to-female ratio and a strong commitment to employee well-being and professional growth.
The company provides extensive development programs, with over 800 employees participating in training initiatives and over 700 benefiting from free language courses. Employees enjoy comprehensive health insurance, flexible work options, and mental health support through the company’s mental health program.
SOFTSWISS prioritises employee engagement through wellness programs, environmental campaigns, charity projects, and sports activities. Recently, the company organised community-driven events like quests, tree planting, and animal aid volunteering, and also participated in relief programs for flood victims in Brazil and Poland.
Through initiatives like the Book Club and Sports Community, SOFTSWISS continues to support employee growth and foster a strong sense of involvement. The Company encourages personal and professional achievements by offering sports compensation, celebrating special events, and operating the internal rewards shop, WIN STYLE.
Natalia Perkowska, Deputy Chief HR Officer at SOFTSWISS, expresses her gratitude: “We are happy to achieve such a valuable recognition. Guided by core values like ‘WE CARE’ and ‘WE SEE PEOPLE,’ SOFTSWISS prioritises employee well-being, professional growth, and satisfaction. Our talented team is one of our most valuable achievements, and we are really proud of it.”
In January 2024, SOFTSWISS earned the Great Place To Work® certification in Poland, a testament to its dedication to creating a positive workplace culture. SOFTSWISS’ Values Fest held in 2023 in Turkey was recognised among the best corporate events of the year.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 23,500 casino games, the Affilka affiliate platform, the Sportsbook software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team, based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia, counts over 2,000 employees.
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Vixio, a leading provider of regulatory intelligence solutions, unveiled its 2024 Global Regulatory Awards (GRAs) winners last night during an event in London.
More than 300 industry leaders, regulatory experts, and esteemed professionals of the global gambling industry attended the prestigious event. The independently judged GRAs recognise and celebrate the achievements of individuals, teams, and organisations in the gambling industry who have excelled in compliance, corporate social responsibility, and safer gambling.
The eighth annual awards ceremony recognised winners across 20 categories. Notable winners on the evening included Betsson Group, Mindway AI, and Paysafe, each winning two awards. Vixio also recognised outstanding individuals, such as Jessica Feil of OpenBet, named Compliance Professional of the Year, and Laura McAllister Cox of Rush Street Interactive, awarded Chief Compliance Officer of the Year. “A big thank you to everyone who attended last night’s Global Regulatory Awards event in London. Vixio has been proud to host independently judged awards for the last eight years. Our selection process ensures that each winner is the best in class and has displayed clear dedication to trustworthy gambling and regulatory compliance, so huge congratulations to all the winners.” stated Mike Woolfrey, CEO of Vixio.
Docaposte, Draft Kings, eCOGRA, Gaming Associates, Scientific Games, and charity partner Ygam were among the sponsors for this year’s Global Regulatory Awards. The 2025 Global Regulatory Awards presentation will take place on November 19th, returning to the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London.
The official 2024 winners are as follows:
AML or MLR Professional of the Year – Brian Doran, Metropolitan Gaming
Award for Commitment to Compliance by an Operator – Betsson Group
Chief Compliance Officer of the Year – Laura McAllister Cox, Rush Street Interactive
Compliance Innovator of the Year – Mindway AI
Compliance Professional of the Year – Jessica Feil, OpenBet
Compliance Lifetime Achievement Special Award – David Rebuck
Compliance Rising Star Special Award – Jamie Delaney, Apricot
Compliance Team of the Year – Betsson Group
Head of Regulatory Affairs or Government Relations of the Year – Martin Lycka, Entain
Legal Team of the Year – Paysafe
Outstanding Contribution to Safer Gambling – Flutter Entertainment
Outstanding Contribution to Sports Betting Integrity – Entain
Outstanding Individual Contribution to Safer Gambling – Paul Buck, EPIC Global Solutions
Payment Service or Solution Provider of the Year – Paysafe
RegTech Provider of the Year – Mindway AI
Regulatory Initiative of the Year – National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program, idPair
Regulatory Law Firm of the Year – Bird & Bird
Regulatory Lawyer or In-House Counsel of the Year – Sue Dawson, Light & Wonder
Responsible Gambling Service or Solution Provider of the Year – BetBuddy by Playtech
Testing Service or Solution Provider of the Year – BMM Testlabs
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EGT Digital celebrates being named the “Online Provider of the Year” at the 15th edition of the prestigious BEGE Awards competition. The official ceremony was held on November 27 and accolades in 32 categories were presented to individuals and companies for their exceptional achievements in the gaming and entertainment industry.
EGT Digital took the award in recognition of the wide variety of iGaming products and services it offers. The company’s ever-growing portfolio of casino games enjoys great popularity in a number of markets around the world. Players appreciate their perfect combination of eye-catching genuine design, high winning chances, and many captivating bonus features. The in-house developed “all-in-one” betting platform X-Nave is a versatile solution, providing the advanced technology and tools operators need to ensure the success of their online business.
Vladimir Dokov, CEO of EGT Digital, said: “Thanks to its forward-thinking developments, EGT Digital has quickly established itself as a preferred iGaming provider both locally and globally. This award is a very valuable distinction for us and reaffirms our commitment to creating innovative products and promoting responsible gaming.”
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BEGE Awards 2024 brought well-deserved recognition for EGT, providing the company with 4 prizes. At an official ceremony, held on 27 November, the company received accolades in the categories “Slot Machine of the Year”, “Jackpot System of the Year,” and “Corporate Social Responsibility of the Year”.
The fourth and special award “CEO of the Year” was presented to EGT’s CEO Vladimir Dokov. This distinction highlights his strategic vision, which has positioned the company as one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of gaming equipment on a global level.
“It is a great honor for me to receive this award for the second year in a row,” said Mr. Dokov. “This is eloquent testimony that with motivation, devotion and the support of a team of talented and ambitious professionals any challenge is surmountable and any goal is achievable.”
The “Slot Machine of the Year” award was presented to EGT in recognition of its slot cabinets from General Series, which had many installations in 2024, demonstrating excellent performance in a number of gaming establishments around the world.
The absolute bestseller Bell Link has earned the company the “Jackpot System of the Year” prize. Featuring 4 exciting jackpot levels and numerous attractive bonuses, this product has quickly become players’ favorite wherever it has been installed.
EGT was also honored with the “Corporate Social Responsibility of the Year” acknowledgment for its dedication to supporting various charity and sports initiatives, as well as its consistent policy for environmental protection implemented in its production processes and overall activities.
“The BEGE Awards serves as a benchmark for industry achievements, and we are proud that EGT took all these prestigious prizes. They inspire us to continue pursuing gaming excellence,” concluded Mr. Dokov.
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