Industry Awards
ProgressPlay’s Unique Selling Points Shortlisted for SiGMA Europe 2024 Awards

ProgressPlay, a leading force in the iGaming industry, is proud to announce its nomination as a finalist for the Unique Selling Point category at the prestigious SiGMA Europe 2024 Awards. This shortlisting recognises ProgressPlay’s pioneering efforts in delivering cutting-edge technology and customisable gaming platforms that offer partners and operators unmatched innovation and flexibility in the iGaming space.
The SiGMA Europe Awards, widely regarded as one of the most influential ceremonies in the gaming and tech industries, celebrates trailblasing companies that continue to drive excellence in their respective fields. ProgressPlay’s recognition in the Unique Selling Point category highlights its commitment to providing groundbreaking solutions that meet the evolving needs of both operators and players worldwide.
The SiGMA Europe 2024 Awards will take place in Malta later this month, gathering leaders and innovators from across the globe to celebrate the best in the gaming industry.
“We are delighted to be shortlisted and excited to unveil our latest bingo product at SiGMA Europe, a licensed White-Label Bingo for the UK-Market,” said Marina Nahhas, Head of Sales and Marketing at ProgressPlay. “This product, fully compliant with both UKGC and MGA regulations, opens up new possibilities for operators.”
ProgressPlay is a leading provider of white-label and turnkey solutions in the iGaming industry. With over a decade of experience, ProgressPlay offers cutting-edge technology, a flexible platform, and a vast portfolio of games and services to B2B clients globally. The company’s solutions are designed to provide maximum scalability, operational autonomy, and regulatory compliance.
Visit ProgressPlay at Stand 3012 during SiGMA Europe to experience the future of iGaming firsthand. ProgressPlay offers cutting-edge technology, a flexible platform, and a vast portfolio of games and services to B2B clients globally
“We are thrilled to be shortlisted for this prestigious award,” said Itai Lowenstein ProgressPlay CEO. “It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team to deliver unique, innovative products that set us apart in the competitive iGaming industry. ProgressPlay continues to be a preferred partner for businesses looking to elevate their online gaming operations.”
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Industry Awards
Casino Guru Awards 2025: Public voting continues for the Voice of the People category

Casino Guru is excited to highlight the ongoing public voting for the highly anticipated Voice of the People award at the Casino Guru Awards 2025. This special category offers iGaming enthusiasts and players worldwide a unique opportunity to support their favorite operator or brand, making their voices count in the prestigious awards event.
The Voice of the People is one of the categories decided by the public, alongside the Players’ Choice award, which recognizes the best game provider. Featuring all shortlisted candidates across various categories, these awards place the power in the hands of the public, without any interference by the official judging panel. Public voting began on March 7, 2025, following the completion of the shortlisting process and the announcement of all finalists.
A celebration of excellence in iGaming
The Casino Guru Awards 2025, now in its third edition, is set to be the most remarkable yet. For the first time, the event will feature an exclusive live ceremony, bringing together the industry’s top operators, developers, and professionals to celebrate excellence in transparency, social responsibility, innovation, and fairness.
Taking place on June 6, 2025, at the Hilton Hotel in St. Julian’s, Malta, the awards ceremony will gather distinguished industry figures, sponsors, media partners, and representatives from the world’s leading iGaming companies for an evening of recognition, networking, and celebration.
A night backed by industry leaders
Casino Guru Awards 2025 has garnered the support of major industry sponsors, including PayOp, Medier, BGaming, Evoplay, PIN-UP Global, Wicked Games and Winfinity. These organizations are committed to upholding the highest standards of fairness and responsible gaming, aligning with the values celebrated at the awards.
How to Vote
Casino Guru invites all players and industry enthusiasts to participate in voting for their favorite operator. The voting process is straightforward:
Visit the official Casino Guru Awards website.
Navigate to the Voice of the People category.
Select your preferred brand from the list of shortlisted candidates.
Submit your vote and make your voice count!
The winner will be officially announced during the exclusive live gala on June 6, 2025.
Recognizing Industry Excellence
The Casino Guru Awards 2025 will continue its tradition of honoring outstanding contributions across multiple categories, including the newly introduced Players’ Choice and iGaming Changemaker of the Year awards. The event will highlight organizations and individuals who have demonstrated a strong commitment to fairness, responsible gambling, and ethical business practices.
Casino Guru encourages all gaming enthusiasts to take part in the Voice of the People voting and help recognize the industry’s best leaders.
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Industry Awards
SOFTSWISS Named Online Casino Innovator in CEE 2025

SOFTSWISS, a global tech provider, won the Online Casino Innovator in CEE title at the GamingTECH CEE Awards 2025 with its forward-thinking Game Aggregator. The award celebrated companies that drive innovation, excellence, and leadership in the iGaming and tech landscape across Central and Eastern Europe.
SOFTSWISS continues to lead online casino innovation in the CEE region with its Game Aggregator – one of the largest and most advanced game hubs in the iGaming industry. The solution offers over 27,800 exclusive games from 280+ leading providers, supporting more than 1,250 brands. Operators can integrate it via a one-time API as a standalone product for any third-party platform or as part of the SOFTSWISS Casino Platform.
The Game Aggregator offers a vast portfolio of RNG and live games for desktop and mobile, including slots, table games, crash, and casual games – many optimised for crypto gameplay. The content is fully localised to suit operators’ target markets, supporting multiple languages, currencies, and regional preferences.
The Game Aggregator is certified to operate across key markets in Europe, Africa, and Latin America, with licenses or compliance in countries like Greece, Romania, Spain, Brazil, Nigeria, and South Africa. The platform provides powerful innovations that help operators grow their business effectively:
- Tournament Tool: A versatile tool that enables operators to launch custom competitions in five simple steps. With mechanics like total bets, highest multiplier, and total wins, this solution saw an 80% growth in adoption by operators in 2024.
- Crash Games in Tournaments: A new integration that elevates engagement.
- Non-Monetary Prizes: Enhances reward variety with trips, gadgets, and more.
- GGR Report Builder: Aggregates performance data across all games and providers.
- Jackpots for Crash and Live Games: Implemented via the Jackpot Aggregator integration, leading to over 50% growth in average total player value.
Alena Bekus, Deputy Head of SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, comments on the win:
“This award is a meaningful recognition of our team’s continuous efforts to build not just a product, but a powerful ecosystem that supports our partners’ growth. We constantly listen to our clients, innovate based on their needs, and work to deliver a flexible, scalable, and forward-thinking solution that meets the evolving demands of the iGaming market.”
By focusing on operator success, player engagement, and industry adaptability, SOFTSWISS continues to deliver forward-thinking solutions that set new benchmarks. Winning this award reaffirms the company’s role as a true innovator in iGaming.
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 27,800 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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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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