Industry Awards
Casino Guru Awards 2025: Winners decided, spotlight turns to the Live Gala in Malta
A Celebration of Fairness, Responsibility, and Innovation in iGaming
The countdown is on for the Casino Guru Awards 2025, where the most impactful and forward-thinking figures in the online gambling space will be honored. After an intensive evaluation period, the panel of expert judges has already cast their votes. The winners are now known—though kept under tight wraps—awaiting their official reveal during the gala evening.
The Gala Ceremony, taking place on June 6, 2025, at the prestigious Hilton Hotel in St. Julian’s, Malta, will bring together key stakeholders from across the industry to celebrate excellence in transparency, fairness, and player protection. This year’s event continues to spotlight initiatives that drive real change, showcasing responsibility and innovation at the heart of iGaming.
In addition to the categories evaluated by the judges, the Players’ Choice and Voice of the People awards have engaged the wider public—highlighting community involvement. Notably, the Voice of the People category attracted over 150,000 public votes, underscoring the growing influence and reach of the Awards.
“It’s truly inspiring to witness such a strong response from the global community. The number of nominations and public votes speaks volumes about how well-known and meaningful these projects have become,” said Daniela Sliva, PR & Creative Projects Director at Casino Guru.
Since the launch of the 2025 edition, the Awards have attracted nearly 600,000 visitors, generated hundreds of nominations, and reflected a growing movement toward greater accountability in the industry.
The shortlist represents a diverse mix of organizations pushing boundaries and raising standards in responsible gambling—including notable names such as EveryMatrix, DraftKings, Pragmatic Play, BGaming, Soft2Bet and more. The evaluation phase involved detailed questionnaires, evaluation calls with shortlisted companies, and a transparent scoring framework. To preserve credibility and impartiality, judges disclosed all potential conflicts of interest before the review process began.
Gala highlights
Hosted by renowned presenter Martin Sepiano, the evening promises an engaging blend of insight and entertainment:
- Panel Discussion with Judges – A rare behind-the-scenes look into the evaluation process and the values driving the Awards.
- Live Performances by Jessica Micallef & Band
- Special Dance Act by The Snake Venom Project Dancers
- Afterparty at Tiffany Lounge with DJ Luke Panza
With anticipation building, the Casino Guru Awards 2025 Gala promises not only to reveal the industry’s top performers, but also to foster meaningful dialogue about the future of fair and responsible gambling. Whether judged by a panel of experts or chosen by the public, each nominee has contributed to shaping a more transparent and ethical iGaming landscape.
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We are excited to announce that the nominations for the 16th edition of the prestigious BEGE Awards are officially open! As a key highlight of the Balkan Entertainment and Gaming Exhibition (BEGE), the largest and most influential event for gambling professionals in Eastern Europe, the awards continue to recognize outstanding achievements, innovation, and leadership within the gaming industry.
The BEGE Awards serve as a distinguished platform for industry pioneers – from gaming equipment and software developers to land-based and online operators, affiliates, payment service providers, media, and industry associations. Each year, the awards spotlight the most innovative solutions, strategies, and technologies shaping the future of gambling both in Europe and globally.
Over the past years, the BEGE Awards have become synonymous with excellence, celebrating companies and individuals who push the boundaries of innovation and set new standards in the gaming sector.
This year’s ceremony promises to be even more memorable as we mark the 16th anniversary of the awards. The event will take place on November 26th at the Megami Club, Sofia, followed by an amazing night at the BEGE Party. It will be an exceptional gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries, once again celebrating the very best in gaming.
We invite all qualifying companies and professionals to submit their entries and join us in celebrating excellence in the gaming industry. This year the categories are divided into five key groups: Online B2B, Online B2C, Land-based B2B, Land-based B2C, and Industry.
For nominations and further information, visit: https://www.balkangamingexpo.com/register-for-bege-awards-2025/
Submission Deadline: 1st of October
Let’s make the 16th edition of the BEGE Awards the most remarkable yet. Together, we shape the future of gaming!
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PG Soft, a world-class digital mobile games company, has been crowned ‘Best Slot Provider 2025’ at SiGMA Euro-Med Awards which were hosted at the Hilton Malta’s elegant Grandmaster Suite.
The ‘Best Slot Provider 2025’ award recognises the most innovative slot game provider, judged on creativity, performance, and excellence in delivering compelling content. Finalists were determined through a combined shortlisting process and voting by both the public and expert judges.
PG Soft also served as Title Sponsor for the prestigious event that saw the company branding feature throughout the ceremony and across SiGMA’s digital channels.
PG Soft’s spokesperson commented: “Winning the ‘Best Slot Provider 2025’ award is a huge achievement and a powerful recognition of our dedication to creating innovative and entertaining games. This motivates us greatly to continue raising the bar and delivering unforgettable experiences for players worldwide.”
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BETBY SUCCESSFULLY WRAPS SiGMA EUROMED 2025 PARTICIPATION WITH SPORTSBOOK RECOGNITION
BETBY has been awarded the Best Online Sportsbook Provider at the SiGMA EuroMed Awards 2025. This accolade highlights the company’s unwavering dedication to delivering robust sportsbook tech solutions that empower iGaming operators worldwide.
However, SiGMA EuroMed 2025 provided a platform not only to showcase BETBY’s accomplishments but also to reaffirm its role as an industry leader.
Already preparing for the next major event, SBC Summit Lisbon 2025 taking place later this month, BETBY will once again present its cutting-edge sportsbook tools and insights to operators worldwide.
BETBY is an international technology company which for the past eight years has carved a role in the sportsbook supplier scene developing innovative solutions renowned for their excellence for the iGaming industry. BETBY holds a number of gaming licences and is a one-stop-shop for all sportsbook requirement for iGaming projects.
To find out more about BETBY’s cutting-edge sportsbook solution visit booth C110 during SBC Summit Lisbon. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with BETBY’s team, and discover how the company’s solutions and services can be their winning aspect for their iGaming project.
Alternatively, please visit: https://betby.com/
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