Industry Awards
The 8th AskGamblers Awards Kick Off With Nominations
The 8th annual AskGamblers Awards have officially started. All AskGamblers players can now nominate their favourite casinos, new casinos, sportsbooks and online slots to help them reach the next phase and eventually win one of the prestigious awards.
On 10 February 2025, the nomination phase for the 8th AskGamblers Awards officially commenced. All players registered on AskGamblers can nominate their favourite operators and slots in four categories: Best Casino, Best New Casino, Best New Slot and Best Sportsbook.
The nominations will last until 28 April 2025 when the voting stage begins. Players will continue to vote for operators and games that made the cut. In addition to the four categories, the players will also have a chance to vote for the Best Provider, while the casino with the most player votes will receive the Players’ Choice Award.
This year, our Forum members will have a vote in specific categories, helping AskGamblers experts and players determine the best of the best.
As for the awards assigned by our AskGamblers team solely, they include: Best Crypto Casino, Best Partner and Best Manager. For this year’s event, we’ve introduced the Superstar Award – a crown achievement handed out to one operator that best represents the values of our brand.
Traditionally, the AskGamblers Awards end with two live events. One is the annual Charity Night and the other is a gala ceremony where the winners will be announced in a live show.
Dijana Radunović, General Manager at AskGamblers, said this about the 8th AskGamblers Awards: “This year’s AskGamblers Awards brings exciting changes and new categories, and we’ll hand out 10 different awards! Also, we’re thrilled about including our Forum members in the voting stage as we truly value the community they’ve helped us build.”
“Nominations are always unpredictable, especially with new operators making the shortlist each year. We can’t wait to see who will take home the awards this year! Regardless of the outcome, we’re incredibly proud of organising the AskGamblers Awards, the Charity Night and the live ceremony. We want to invite you to nominate your favourites and be a part of one of the biggest events in the iGaming industry,” added Radunović.
The gala event is scheduled for 12 June 2025 in Belgrade, Serbia.
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Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2026
PopOK Gaming Shortlisted for Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2026
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PopOK Gaming has been shortlisted for the Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2026 in the following two categories: “Product Launch of the Year” and “Crash Game of the Year.”
This recognition reflects the company’s continuous dedication to excellence and its growing influence within the international gaming landscape. Over the past year, PopOK Gaming has introduced a number of successful new titles and innovative features that have strengthened its position as a trusted and creative force in the industry.
The Global Gaming Awards celebrate companies that have shown strong performance, innovation and impact across the EMEA region over the past year. The shortlist is the result of a thorough selection process that highlights those setting high standards in the field.
Final winners will be chosen by a panel of senior industry executives, with KPMG monitoring the voting process to ensure transparency and fairness. The award ceremony will take place on 19 January 2026, during the opening day of ICE at Fira Barcelona Gran Via.
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2025 Global Regulatory Awards
Casino Guru wins Outstanding Contribution to Safer Gambling at 2025 Global Regulatory Awards
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Casino Guru is proud and pleased to have been awarded the “Outstanding Contribution to Safer Gambling” at the 2025 Global Regulatory Awards, celebrating the company’s longstanding tradition in bringing a safe, transparent, and responsible experience to players.
The distinction marks the latest accolade Casino Guru has won in the Responsible Gambling field, further highlighting the company’s ethos and philosophy for nurturing a sustainable and accountable industry where players are protected.
Commenting on the achievement, Šimon Vincze, the Sustainable & Safer Gambling Lead at Casino Guru, said: “Speaking on behalf of our entire team, I am humbled to accept this award, which is the latest distinction in Casino Guru’s unflagging efforts to make gambling safer and more transparent. Receiving this distinction from Vixio’s 2025 Global Regulatory Awards, and against a field of more companies that have dedicated efforts to making the industry more responsible, is an honor that motivates us to work harder and contribute to the collective effort.”
Casino Guru’s RG and fair efforts are captured in the very essence of what the company does. The company’s Safety Index has become a carefully curated benchmark that reviews and assigns casino ratings based on player preferences and interactions, prioritizing transparency above all else.
Casino Guru has launched multiple projects to this end, including the Casino Guru Academy, designed to educate industry professionals about the pillars of responsible, fair, and sustainable gambling. Apart from these, the company has also launched the Complaint Resolution Center, similarly intended to help players on their journey in iGaming.
The center has returned over $52 million as of today. Vincze himself has played a crucial role in the promotion of RG and raising awareness about the terminology associated with this, helping it become a more widely understood phenomenon in the industry rather than a tick box companies ought to complete, an effort he has spearheaded through the Global Self-Exclusion Initiative and the Safer Gambling Talks podcast.
Not least, Casino Guru has launched the Casino Guru Awards, a project centered around recognizing and celebrating the most successful and responsible companies in iGaming. The project has grown and is heading into its fourth year with new categories, sponsors, judges, and an expanding format.
All of these achievements have collectively served as the basis of Casino Guru winning this year’s Outstanding Contribution to Safer Gambling distinction.
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Balkans
CT Interactive Shortlisted in Three Categories at the BEGE Awards 2025
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CT Interactive has been shortlisted in three categories at the prestigious BEGE Awards 2025, recognising the company’s dedication to innovation, quality and its significant contributions to the gaming industry.
CT Interactive’s hit game “Lucky Clover 10” has been nominated for Online Game of the Year, while the company has also been shortlisted for Online Provider of the Year. Additionally, its impressive marketing campaign with “King of Clovers” is among the finalists for Marketing Campaign of the Year.
“Being shortlisted in three prestigious categories at the BEGE Awards 2025 is a great honor and a clear reflection of the passion, creativity, and innovation that drive our team. Lucky Clover 10 demonstrates our commitment to delivering exceptional game content, while the nomination for Online Provider of the Year underscores our ongoing dedication to providing top-tier gaming solutions. Recognition of our King of Clovers campaign highlights the impact and effectiveness of our marketing strategy. We are proud of these achievements and remain committed to elevating industry standards and delivering outstanding value to our partners and players,” said Martin Ivanov, Chief Operating Officer at CT Interactive.
These nominations reinforce CT Interactive’s innovative spirit and strong presence in the global gaming market, inspiring the team to continue creating high-quality products and impactful campaigns.
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