Industry Awards
SOFTSWISS Takes 4 Accolades at EiGE Awards 2024

SOFTSWISS, a global tech company with over 15 years of experience in iGaming, triumphed in four categories at the European iGaming Excellence Awards 2024.
Held in Warsaw during the European iGaming Congress, the EiGE Awards united iGaming professionals across the region. SOFTSWISS received recognition in categories such as
- Best Customer Service
- Innovation in iGaming Technology
- iGaming Leader of the Year
- iGaming Influencer of the Year.
SOFTSWISS adheres to a ‘player-first’ ethical philosophy, highlighting its dedication to responsible gambling practices. With an 83% customer satisfaction rating, a strong focus on delivering the best player experience, and robust fraud protection, SOFTSWISS Managed Services was recognised as Best Customer Service at the EiGE Awards for the second consecutive year.
SOFTSWISS secured a win in the Innovation in iGaming Technology category thanks to its range of inventive features, including unique Sportsbook bonuses, a risk-scoring tool aligned with responsible gaming practices, and prime network jackpot campaigns, all ensuring players’ engagement and safety. As a result of a recent network jackpot campaign, the average Bet Sum increased by up to 150% within 7 days of winning a jackpot.
Undoubtedly, the company’s achievements and prominent wins would not be possible without the vision and strong commitment of its founder, Ivan Montik, who was recognised as the iGaming Leader of the Year. In its anniversary year, SOFTSWISS entered new markets and niches in online entertainment through acquisitions and partnerships, hired F1 star Rubens Barrichello as Non-Executive Director in LatAm, and became the company providing the richest game portfolio in the industry.
Valentina Bagniya, Chief Marketing Officer at SOFTSWISS, was named the iGaming Influencer of the Year for setting new trends in iGaming marketing. Valentina revolutionised the traditional approach to marketing in iGaming with award-winning marketing campaigns and in-depth industry reports. Her dedication and professionalism led to SOFTSWISS being recognised as the Brand Idol of the Year in 2023. Under her leadership, the company has taken the top spot in media for over three years in a row, and its brand awareness has grown five times.
Valentina Bagniya summarises: “Every single win or milestone reflects the harmonised work of the talented team and wise leaders. These accolades are our mutual triumph. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the industry experts who voted for our company and to SOFTSWISS professionals whose hard work made these achievements possible. This industry recognition will definitely fuel our inspiration to change iGaming for the better.”
SOFTSWISS invites its partners and clients to book a meeting at stand 2145 at the SiGMA Europe Summit to discuss future cooperation.
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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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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Conferences in Europe
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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