Gaming Awards
Casino Guru Awards Judges Gathered to Shape the Future of Online Gaming Excellence
The prestigious Casino Guru Awards recently hosted a pivotal gathering in Bratislava on November 30 and December 1, bringing together an esteemed panel of global judges. This crucial event was designed to facilitate in-depth interviews with shortlisted companies and comprehensive discussions on the supporting materials provided by the contenders. In all categories, the judges had more than 30 video calls with the shortlists, marking the format a resounding success.
The Casino Guru Awards’ judging process is characterized by a meticulous examination of strong and convincing arguments presented by the companies. Judges, hailing from diverse locations, underwent a series of online calls and discussion sessions, delving deeper into the reasons why particular companies deserve recognition as industry leaders.
This hands-on approach not only enhances transparency but also allows for a more personal and detail-oriented assessment, ensuring that the most deserving candidates emerge as winners.
The seven categories under scrutiny during the gathering included:
The Fairest Bonus Policy
The Fairest General T&Cs
The Most Impactful Social Responsibility Initiative
The Best Implementation of RG Tools
The Most Transparent Casino
The Most Effective Handling of Complaints
The Most Ethical Approach to Marketing
In a unique turn of events, the judges unfortunately could not attend the gathering for “The Most Ethical Approach to Marketing.” However, this category will proceed fully online at the beginning of December, allowing the panel to thoroughly assess and evaluate the contenders remotely.
“The awards aim to celebrate the tireless efforts of the industry’s most dedicated and responsible professionals, providing them with the recognition they truly deserve. With judges from Casino Guru and experts from other industry companies and organizations present, both physically and online, the event promises a comprehensive evaluation process,” commented Daniela Sliva, the project owner of the Casino Guru Awards.
As the February online awarding ceremony approaches, the judges are expected to finalize the winners by the end of the year through an anonymous vote. Further details about the Casino Guru Awards gathering, along with insights from the judges, will be shared in the coming days.
In addition to calls with shortlist candidates, during the Casino Guru Awards Gathering, various content was created on Casino Guru social networks and news platforms. Relationships were built, and now the hardest part lies with the judges – to decide which of the excellent contenders has made the final cut.
The judges will take their due time and decide fairly in picking the winners of each category. They have praised the evaluation process that Casino Guru has implemented, leading to detailed verification of the information in all categories, the opportunity to contact casino representatives on calls, and not least – appreciate the effort, preparation, and overall willingness of nominees to participate in this exciting, transparent and ultimately challenging manner of awarding accolades within the industry. The entire Casino Guru Awards project has been built and executed with the idea of serving the end-users.
Central Europe
HIPTHER Announces Online Voting Session for GamingTECH Awards 2024, Leading to the Grand Event at the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit
HIPTHER, leading event organizer specializing in the Gaming and Technology sectors, is excited to announce the Online Voting Session for the prestigious GamingTECH Awards 2024. This year, the Awards honouring excellence in GameTech in Central and Eastern Europe, will take place at the highly anticipated Prague Gaming & TECH Summit on 26 March.
The GamingTECH Awards is a celebration of industry excellence in the CEE region. Embracing the latest advancements and trends, the awards highlight exceptional achievements across various categories, from companies of a global calibur.
Following the Online Nomination Period that took place between 16 October – 31 December, 2023, the time has come for all the Nominees to be revealed and offered for the Online Voting Session which will determine the Shortlists for each Category.
The Online Voting Process
The Online voting session will run between 12-29 February, 2024, and the Online Voting System is open and ready to receive your votes here. The platform allows one vote per IP address every 24 hours, so get your devices ready, and start voting for your company or favourite nominees!
The Shortlists Announcement is scheduled for 4 March, 2024.
GamingTECH Awards Categories
HIPTHER has introduced four strategic Category Sections covering all critical aspects of Gaming operations and technology: two Operator Categories, six B2B Sports Betting & Casino Categories, four Auxiliary Service Provider Categories focusing on Affiliate Marketing, Payments and Testing Laboratories, and one special Category for the Top Supporter of Responsible Gambling.
All GamingTECH Awards 2024 Categories:
- Best Support for Responsible Gambling
- Best Testing Laboratory
- Best Payments Service Provider
- Best Affiliate
- Best Affiliate Program
- Best Sports Betting Provider
- Rising Star – Sports Betting Technology
- Best Esports Service Provider
- Best Online Casino Platform
- Rising Star – Online Casino Technology
- Online Casino Innovator
- Best Online Casino
- Best Sports Betting Operator
Final Vote & Ceremony – The “Endorphina Club & GamingTECH CEE Awards 2024 Ceremony”
The Final Vote will be cast during the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit by its participants on 26 March 2024. The Winners will be announced and awarded the same day in an exclusive evening gathering – the Endorphina Club networking party – that promises to be a highlight of the year for the gaming and technology industry in Central and Eastern Europe. Introduced in 2023, this event is back by popular demand, thanks to the overwhelming response it received.
Hosted and sponsored by Endorphina, a leading name in the iGaming industry, this gathering is a perfect opportunity for professionals, enthusiasts, and experts to meet for an unforgettable night celebrating the industry’s Winners and coming together.
Make sure to cast your votes in the Online Voting Session and Stay Tuned for the Shortlists Announcements!
Join us at the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit for the GamingTECH Awards 2024, to promote your company, network and learn from the brightest minds and professionals of Gaming and Technology!
Gaming Awards
Rootz Limited Scoops Mobile Operator of the Year Award
Industry leaders from across the globe gathered at The Savoy, London, for the International Gaming Awards 2024, held on February 5. Rootz Limited was there, having been shortlisted in an impressive six award categories. The evening was a glitzy celebration of industry achievements, made all the more memorable as Rootz Limited secured the title of Mobile Operator of the Year 2024.
Driven by excellence
This accolade secures the company’s reputation in a fiercely competitive arena, once again demonstrating to industry peers and players alike that Rootz Limited’s products are created for the best, by the best.
The Mobile Operator of the Year award recognises distinction in presenting exceptional products and customer experiences in mobile format. While Rootz Limited platforms including Wildz, Wheelz, Spinz, Caxino and Chipz have an exceptional presentation in desktop format, Rootz Limited recognises the need to reach mobile-first audiences according to their preferences.
In 2023, Rootz Limited took home the global award for Slots Operator of the Year at the International Gaming Awards (IGA), showcasing the versatility of the company in offering slick gameplay, exceptional payment processes and player-driven experiences.
The IGA 2024 evening saw operators enjoying the best in hospitality that London has to offer as they eagerly anticipated the award announcements. The entertainment was outstanding, befitting of the opulent environment offered by The Savoy.
Rootz Limited was nominated and shortlisted in these categories for the IGA 2024 event: Slots Operator of the Year; Safer Gambling Award; Online Gaming Operator of the Year; Mobile Operator of the Year; Innovator of the Year and Great Place To Work (Operator).
Rootz Limited has secured multiple awards since its first online casino opened in 2019 in categories including Best CEO, Best Product, Best Newcomer and more, illustrating that customers are enjoying a leisure experience that’s tried and trusted.
Team players making a difference
“Our teams at Rootz Limited are constantly on the lookout for ways that we can stay ahead of the game and provide cutting-edge experiences for our players,” the Chief Executive Officer for Rootz Limited, Sam Brown (pictured), said. “A prestigious award such as this is a fantastic reminder that hard work pays off and we’re looking forward to building on this success. Everyone at Rootz Limited can claim a part of this accolade, an achievement that belongs to all of us, from our best-in-business developers to our support teams, all of whom put our players first.”
Gaming Awards
SOFTSWISS Becomes Platform Provider 2024
SOFTSWISS, a technology software provider with 15+ years of experience in the iGaming business, celebrates achieving the Platform Provider of the Year accolade at the Global Gaming Awards EMEA.
Opening a fruitful week of the ICE London event, the Global Gaming Awards stand as the epitome of prestige and acknowledgement within the online gaming dynamic landscape. With a firm focus on the EMEA region, over 50 industry-leading executives cast their votes to choose the best in particular categories.
The Platform Provider of the Year Award rewards the supplier whose platform is constantly upgrading to meet more operator needs. The Award recognises the gaming industry’s strongest performers over the past 12 months. This year, SOFTSWISS was selected as the triumphant winner in the Platform Provider of the Year category, showcasing its excellence among the strongest players in the domain.
For over 15 years, SOFTSWISS has been leveraging its vast experience to impact the gaming landscape positively through technology and innovations. This commitment has earned high appreciation from industry leaders and clients, resulting in the company receiving over 15 awards in the previous year alone. According to the latest Kantar survey, 80% of SOFTSWISS’ clients express satisfaction with the company’s products and services.
Symbolically, the Casino Platform, the flagship product, made its debut at ICE London in 2013. Today, it unites more than 6 million players from different regions of the world. Being a reliable and proven product, the Casino Platform receives regular updates to ensure the best player experience and boundless growth for operators.
In 2024, SOFTSWISS has already unveiled a series of product updates. The Casino Platform has introduced the Tournament Service, an upgraded version of its Tournaments. Additionally, it has incorporated AI into Event Streaming and updated its Bonus API. These enhancements empower operators with more efficient, data-driven tools for player engagement and business optimisation.
Max Trafimovich, CCO at SOFTSWISS, summarises: “It is truly gratifying to witness the collective efforts of our talented team reshaping the iGaming business, fostering an environment that is more appealing, transparent and responsible. We are glad that our endeavours are recognised by industry leaders and proud to stand at the forefront of excellence.”
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international tech company supplying software solutions for managing iGaming projects. The expert team, which counts over 2,000 employees, is based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides one-stop-shop iGaming software solutions. The company has a vast product portfolio, including the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with thousands of casino games, the Affilka affiliate platform, the Sportsbook Platform and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS was the first in the world to introduce a Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution.
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