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Meet the Casino Guru judges for the Casino Guru Awards
After revealing the judges for “The Most Impactful Social Responsibility Initiative” and “The Best Implementation of RG Tools,” Casino Guru is thrilled to introduce you to the people who will weigh on behalf of the company to judge across a number of categories for the upcoming Casino Guru Awards.
Casino Guru Awards will be held online in February 2023 with now less than a month left to submit your nominations. The event will celebrate the greatest and most successful operators and industry professionals who have brought an impactful change to the industry and have worked hard on making gambling a safer, more responsible, and sustainable sector for all participants. Casino Guru’s team of judges includes:
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Peter Jesko, Strategy Lead at Casino Guru, who influences the direction of company development and has broad experience and knowledge in the online gambling industry. He offers strategic advice and guidance to the company on all levels.
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Maros Gasparik, Head of Content at Casino Guru, who is committed to truthful, accurate, and correct web content and has made it his mission to provide Casino Guru visitors with accurate and factual information about the gambling industry, responsible gambling and gambling addiction.
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Šimon Vincze, Sustainable & Safer Gambling Lead at Casino Guru, who is becoming an authority in social responsibility and safer gambling. Vincze has headed Casino Guru’s efforts in helping the industry become safer and more responsible and has expended immeasurable effort to convince stakeholders of the importance of responsible gambling. He has worked on a number of projects within Casino Guru, including the Global Self-Exclusion Initiative and Casino Guru Academy.
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Petronela Kontos, Complaints Team Lead at Casino Guru, who is working closely with players and operators and has extensive experience in the gambling industry. Contos is overseeing a team of 13 hardworking individuals who are helping players and brands find a middle ground.
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Matej Novota, Head of Data & Complaints at Casino Guru, who is driving the data effort at the company and who knows how important it is to leverage knowledge and information in order to help players and readers discover the most up-to-date information they can discover online about the gambling industry.
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Jozef Krucay, Deputy Head of Data & Complaints at Casino Guru, who has been working hard to review casino content and has helped resolve player complaints, analyzed terms and conditions for casinos, and overall held operators to a high standard of player trust and responsibility.
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Peter Matúška, Casino Data Team Lead & Complaint Specialist at Casino Guru, who is spearheading Casino Guru’s data team which is dedicated to bringing players honest reviews of the brands they wish to explore.
Each of these professionals has spent a substantial part of their careers in helping to make the gambling industry a better place for consumers.
As such, Casino Guru is proud to bring these judges who will be responsible for a number of categories they are well-versed in and competent to asses objectively and fairly. The Casino Guru judge team will weigh in on “The Fairest Bonus Policy,” “The Fairest General T&Cs,” “The Most Transparent Casino,” and “The Most Effective Handling of Complaints” categories.
Casino Guru Awards is now only four months ahead. Registrations will be closing at the end of November, so make sure to submit your nominations as outlined on the official page.
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Golden Matrix (GMGI) Awarded Peru Online Sports Betting and iGaming License
Golden Matrix Group (NASDAQ: GMGI), a developer and licensor of online gaming platforms, systems, and gaming content, today announced that it has been granted a sports betting and iGaming license in Peru.
This license has been issued to Meridian Gaming Peru S.A.C., a subsidiary of Meridianbet Group (“Meridianbet”), a B2B and B2C sports betting and iGaming provider licensed and operating in multiple international markets.
The license N° 3321-2024-MINCETUR/VMT/DGJCMT was granted by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism of Peru (MINCETUR).
“We are thrilled to enter the Peruvian market, a region poised for massive growth and unprecedented expansion in the coming years. This market entry presents an exciting opportunity to further grow our user base and deliver additional value to shareholders, underscoring our ongoing commitment to developing industry-leading brands globally,” said Zoran Milosevic, CEO of Meridianbet.
According to ENV Media, the total size of the online sports betting and iGaming market gaming industry in Peru is approximately USD $1.2 billion, and is expected to grow at a rate of 6.4% annually until at least 2028. Market penetration is projected to reach 750,000 players by 2028, or slightly above 20% of the total adult population, highlighting the substantial growth potential for iGaming in the region.
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Esports Charts has been nominated for the Esports Awards 2024
Esports Charts is proud to announce that we have made it to the list of finalists for the Esports Awards 2024 in the ‘Esports Content & Coverage Platform of the Year’ category, as revealed by the organizers. We are immensely pleased with the recognition in the industry, which resulted in our second consecutive nomination for the award.
“We are thrilled to be nominated for the Esports Awards for the second year in a row. Being recognized in the Esports Content & Coverage Platform of the Year category, which celebrates resources that consistently produce valuable, high-quality, and impactful content, validates our continuous efforts to provide accurate and insightful viewership data. This nomination motivates us to keep pushing the boundaries in our field and continue making a significant impact on the wider esports and live streaming community.”
Artyom Odintsov, co-founder and CEO of Esports Charts
The award organizers have already announced the finalists in other categories as well. Among the contenders for “Streamer of the Year” are Nicholas “Jynxzi” Stewart, Darren “IShowSpeed” Watkins Jr., and Marc “Caedrel” Lamont. The “Esports Content Group of the Year” nominees include G2 Esports and Karmine Corp, while “Mobile Esports Game of the Year” will see competition from Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, PUBG Mobile, and others. Interestingly, the announced categories did not include a Journalist of the Year nomination. It is presumed that the winner in this category may be announced during the second part of the awards, which will take place in London.
This year, voting for the finalists will continue until August 20. There also will be a ‘turbo voting period’ from August 13 to 20, when each vote will count as double.
The Esports Awards is a reputable industry event that honors the most prominent figures of the year in various categories, from content creators to standout new players. In 2024, the awards will be held in two stages. The first stage will take place during the Esports World Cup on August 24 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The second stage will be held in London later in the year, with details about this event yet to be announced.
In 2023, Esports Charts was also among the nominees and won the award for Esports Coverage Platform of the Year. Read more about the results and audience metrics of the previous ceremony here.
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SOFTSWISS and iGaming Companies Going Green
The iGaming industry has seen unprecedented growth in recent years, with gamers all over the world logging on to wager and play at their favorite sites. With so much action and development, many companies are starting to evaluate their impact on the environment and take steps to go green. One such company is SOFTSWISS, which is leading by example. The company is putting rules in place that will truly make a difference.
Updating old company policies to support a greener future within the iGaming industry is important. While some regulations are put in place by governments, many businesses are starting to implement their own rules and practices to ensure a bright future for all. This is especially true for international offshore iGaming sites, which cater to a diverse multinational audience. While punters often seek out the best offshore sportsbooks that offer unique bonuses and a wide variety of games in order to bypass tough local restrictions, a growing audience is also looking for platforms that are environmentally friendly. For international sites that cater to a global audience, the need to update old policies and turn a new, greener, leaf, has never been more relevant. By adopting eco-friendly practices, these sites can help the planet, appeal to a wider audience, and also help their own bottom line.
As mentioned above, one company is truly leading by example. SOFTSWISS is a software producer for online casinos and bookmaking websites. This company is taking its environmental efforts seriously and has put rules in place to ensure that they are helping, not hindering, a green tomorrow for our planet.
In fact, on World Environment Day 2024, SOFTSWISS announced several new initiatives that they are launching to support a greener future. Their effort is mostly aimed at reducing their own environmental impact and also promoting sustainability within the broader iGaming sector. During the announcement, it was made clear that the company intends to adopt green office practices, support environmental causes, and more. Andrey Starovoitov, the company Co-CEO, says that the initiatives are intended to “draw attention to the critical importance of our planet’s health”.
Energy efficiency is one area that SOFTSWISS is targeting specifically. The team at SOFTSWISS has created high-tech spaces that use renewable energy sources to help reduce their overall environmental footprint. Beyond helping the planet and reducing their environmental impact, the team at SOFTSWISS will also reap financial benefits, as these changes are set to lower their operational costs as well. A win for the planet and a win for SOFTSWISS.
In the office, the company is also making some changes. The team has committed to reducing how much paper they consume. To achieve this, they will start using a digital documentation system. In addition, they will promote recycling within the office and support staff who want to go green at home, too.
Beyond office updates, environmental leaders at SOFTSWISS are also involved with CSR programs that support green causes. Projects and programs include things like tree planting efforts and education programs. By supporting these causes, the company can truly make a difference and change the future of our planet.
While SOFTSWISS is certainly leading by example and doing an amazing job, they are not alone in their efforts. Many other iGaming businesses are starting to go green in an effort to conserve energy, help the planet, attract eco-friendly consumers, and boost their bottom lines at the same time.
Environmental conservation is not left to businesses alone. In many regions, governments are also putting stricter rules and laws into place to help conserve resources and protect natural assets. While some companies are implementing change on their own, rules put in place by the government will be the encouragement that all businesses need and will ensure that everyone is on the same page when it comes to a greener tomorrow.
While the iGaming industry will likely continue to grow and develop in the coming years as more players turn to online casinos and crypto casinos to wager, it’s important that businesses and local governments are taking action now to ensure a sustainable future for all. By doing this, we can ensure that industries like iGaming have a long, bright future and can co-exist and support our planet’s health at the same time.
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