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SOFTSWISS Becomes Employer of the Year at SBC Awards 2024

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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. 

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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.

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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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Yaspa shortlisted for two prestigious gambling industry awards

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  • Real-time payment provider nominated for safer gambling and innovation accolades

  • London-based company was awarded government grant to develop unique responsible gambling solution

London, April 29, 2025 – Real-time payment provider Yaspa has been shortlisted for two prestigious gambling industry awards.

The London-based company is named among the nominees for Innovation in Payments Solutions and Safer Gambling Software Supplier at the forthcoming EGR B2B Awards.

Now in their 16th year, the EGR B2B Awards are known for recognising excellence in service providers in the gambling industry, rewarding those truly leading the way in innovation, reliability and client service. The winners will be announced at a ceremony at the Roundhouse in London on July 3.

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Yaspa enables smooth, simple and secure instant payments through open banking for a range of partners. It works with online and offline gambling industry businesses, including Playbook Engineering, Novibet, NetBet, Casino Lugano and White Hat Gaming.

In 2024 Yaspa was awarded an Innovate UK grant to continue to develop its Intelligent Payments solution – a unique B2B platform that combines open banking technology and AI to help gambling operators identify vulnerable players in a frictionless manner. It is designed to empower businesses by combining Pay by Bank transactions, AI-powered verification, and real-time risk assessment into a seamless, secure experience.

In the gambling sector, Yaspa is able to help operators support responsible gambling with access to player transaction data at the point of deposit, delivering real-time user insights for a significantly broader and more accurate picture of a player’s pan-operator activity and financial health.

Yaspa CEO James Neville said: “The EGR awards are regarded as the pinnacle of B2B igaming ceremonies and for Yaspa to be nominated is great recognition for our team’s hard work and dedication to innovation.

“Our Intelligent Payments solution is a truly unique proposition and it’s wonderful to see that its potential to have a profound impact as a responsible gambling tool has been recognised.

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“We are very proud to be shortlisted alongside some of the biggest names in the gambling and payments industries and we are very much looking forward to the awards night.”

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Rickard Vikström Named European CEO of the Year in the Hosting Industry

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Rickard Vikström, CEO and founder of Internet Vikings, a licensed in-state hosting provider for U.S. iGaming and online sports betting, has been named European CEO of the Year in the hosting industry.

The award recognizes Vikström’s work in expanding Internet Vikings’ presence from Europe into the U.S., where the company has become the fastest-growing hosting provider for the iGaming and sports betting industry. Internet Vikings continues to see strong year-on-year growth, becoming the go-to hosting partner for European operators expanding into the U.S. market.

Vikström has led Internet Vikings through several key initiatives, including early market entry in emerging U.S. states, the introduction of flexible hosting models such as Pay-as-You-Go Bursting, and a focus on operational transparency and customer responsiveness. He also helped secure VMware Premier Partner status for the company.

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Internally, Vikström is known for his direct and accessible leadership approach, maintaining regular contact with clients and actively participating in customer support improvements.

This award highlights his ability to scale a European company internationally while maintaining close attention to service and technical reliability.

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Amusnet Celebrates Business Excellence as a Sponsor of the Forbes Business Awards 2025

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Amusnet, a leading international all-casino solution provider, proudly took part in the Forbes Business Awards 2025 as an official sponsor, reinforcing its commitment to business excellence, strategic growth, and industry leadership. The event, recognized as one of the most prestigious and premium business forums in Bulgaria, took place on April 16 and gathered more than 200 distinguished guests, including senior executives, entrepreneurs, and influential figures from across the business landscape.

Held in an elegant setting in Sofia, the Forbes Business Awards 2025 celebrated companies and leaders who set the benchmark for success and resilience in their respective industries. With a strong focus on performance, vision, and impact, the ceremony once again confirmed its role as a key platform for recognizing outstanding achievements in the Bulgarian economy.

Amusnet CEO Ivo Georgiev presented the award in the Information and Communication Technology category – a sector that reflects Amusnet’s strategic focus. The award honors companies that demonstrate outstanding performance, consistency, and leadership in the ICT field. “Supporting the Forbes Business Awards aligns with our core values of dedication, excellence, and long-term vision,” commented Ivo Georgiev, CEO of Amusnet.

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Amusnet’s presence at the event reflects the company’s clear vision to contribute to the development of the business ecosystem and celebrate excellence across industries. The company continues to expand across Europe and LATAM, bringing its comprehensive portfolio to new markets and clients, while further strengthening its position in existing ones. Amusnet remains focused on sustainable growth, building strong partnerships, and consistently delivering value on a global scale.

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