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Casino Guru Awards introduces “iGaming Changemaker of the Year” category

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Casino Guru is proud to announce the 3rd annual Casino Guru Awards, launching with open nominations and a landmark addition: the iGaming Changemaker of the Year category. This prestigious new award highlights individuals who have made a lasting, positive impact on the online gambling industry through exceptional leadership, innovation, or meaningful projects.
This year’s awards reflect Casino Guru’s ongoing commitment to inovation, fairness, transparency, and social responsibility in iGaming. For the first time, the winners will be celebrated during a glamorous live awards ceremony on June 6, 2025, at the iconic Hilton Hotel in St. Julian’s, Malta. The evening will bring together industry leaders, media partners, and stakeholders for a formal dinner, networking opportunities, and an exclusive after-party at the stunning Level 22 lounge.
About the iGaming Changemaker of the Year Category
The new iGaming Changemaker of the Year category focuses on individuals who have driven transformative change within the iGaming industry. Nominees are invited to submit evidence of their influence through successful projects, initiatives, or other significant contributions. The judging panel, comprised of Casino Guru experts and external specialists, will evaluate the nominees based on the measurable positive outcomes of their work and the impact on the wider industry.
Daniela Sliva, PR & Creative Project Director at Casino Guru, emphasized the importance of this new award: “This category honors those who inspire progress and innovation. We believe that by recognizing changemakers, we not only celebrate their achievements but also encourage others to strive for excellence in the iGaming sector.”
Additional Categories for 2025
The Casino Guru Awards 2025 introduces another new category, Players’ Choice, where players will vote directly for their favorite game provider, ensuring a transparent and authentic winner. The complete list of categories includes:
  • The Fairest Bonus Policy
  • The Fairest General Terms & Conditions
  • The Most Impactful Social Responsibility Initiative
  • The Best Implementation of Responsible Gambling Tools
  • The Most Transparent Casino
  • The Most Effective Handling of Complaints
  • The Most Ethical Approach to Marketing
  • Players’ Choice
  • iGaming Changemaker of the Year
  • Voice of the People
Applications are open until February 28, 2025, followed by shortlisting and public voting for select categories, including Players’ Choice and Voice of the People.
Don’t miss the chance to celebrate iGaming’s brightest stars.

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SOFTSWISS Named Online Casino Innovator in CEE 2025

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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

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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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Amusnet Wins Best Online Casino Provider in CEE at the GamingTECH Awards 2025

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Amusnet has been named Best Online Casino Provider in CEE at the prestigious GamingTECH Awards 2025, solidifying its leadership position in the gaming industry across Central and Eastern Europe.

The award was announced on March 25, 2025, during the official GamingTECH CEE Awards Ceremony, part of the Prague Gaming & TECH Summit. Since its launch in 2017, the Summit has evolved into  a boutique-style event that champions innovation and facilitates valuable connections among industry leaders. Amusnet representatives from the Compliance, Legal, and Account Management teams attended the event, joining discussions on some of the most relevant topics shaping the industry today. The conference focused on key themes such as artificial intelligence innovation, blockchain integration, regulatory updates, fintech evolution, and sustainability practices within the gaming ecosystem.

Celebrating excellence and forward-thinking developments, the GamingTECH Awards recognize outstanding achievements of companies operating on a global scale. Amusnet’s recognition highlights the company’s commitment to delivering top-notch casino products, expanding its diverse portfolio of slot games and live casino offerings.

“We are truly honored to receive the Best Online Casino Provider in CEE award,” commented Irina Rusimova, Chief Commercial Officer at Amusnet. “This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team and our ongoing drive to deliver exceptional gaming experiences for players while empowering our partners to succeed. It inspires us to keep pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks in the industry.”

This award highlights Amusnet’s ongoing commitment to excellence and its role in shaping the future of the online gaming landscape in CEE and beyond.

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