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iGB Affiliate Awards postponed until April 2022
iGaming event iGB Affiliate Awards London was supposed to take place in February 2022 but it has been postponed due to the current Covid-19 situation. At the moment it looks like the event will happen sometime in April 2022 but the final dates have not been published yet.
The Awards organizer Clarion Gaming announced the postponement on December 17th. Stuart Hunter, the managing director of Clarion Gaming, confirmed that the decision was made together with cooperating operators and they will announce the new iGB Affiliate Awards dates as soon as possible.
iGB Affiliate Awards
iGB Affiliate Awards is one of the biggest annual gatherings in iGaming and it welcomes sportsbook and casino professionals from all over the world. These kinds of award ceremonies are much more than just measuring who is the best performer. They are about meeting people, making new partnerships and building long lasting relationships personally and professionally.
Last year the iGBA Awards were hosted online. People working in iGaming are used to virtual encounters and sometimes it might take years to meet someone in person, even if you would be in touch on a daily basis. That’s why these events are so important. Even though the Award postponement was a bummer, it’s still a better option to take a rain check than cancel the whole event.
2022 shortlist
As every other award, iGB Affiliate Awards announces the official shortlist before the actual ceremony. The 2022 shortlist contains almost 20 categories, including nominations for marketing affiliates, gaming brands and supporting operators.
Last year the nominations were divided between market leaders and smaller affiliates, and it seems this year is following the same trend. Affiliate companies like Raketech and Better Collective are familiar names on shortlists but there is still room for newcomers like BonusFinder.com.
It’s great that fairly new companies are acknowledged as well. For example, Good Luck Media was founded in 2018 and they were already shortlisted in 2021. This year they were nominated for the ‘Best Casino Affiliate’ and the ‘Rising Star’ awards. Following a huge success in Finland, Good Luck Media has now turned their other eye towards the U.S markets by building up their Coinflip.com brand.
The iGBA Awards also gives personal recognition for a job well done. There are 10 talented and innovative nominees on the ‘Best Affiliate Manager’ shortlist. These people, like Andreza Majela from Campeón Gaming and Agni Raitar from Yolo Gaming to name a few, are at the top of the industry.
But as we know now, all these iGB Affiliate Awards nominees will have to wait a little longer to know who actually wins the titles. Rearrangements have already started and even though it takes a lot of resources to postpone something this big, this was the only responsible option. And who knows, maybe even more iGaming professionals can join the celebrations in April if the world situation has drastically improved.
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Double win for Kaizen Gaming at the SBC Awards Latinoamérica 2024
Kaizen Gaming, one of the biggest GameTech companies in the world, had an impressive double-win at the SBC Awards Latinoamérica 2024 on the 31st October in Miami, Florida. Awarded ‘Brazilian Market Entrant of the Year’, and ‘Marketing Campaign of the Year’, the two wins follow an impressive year of growth and exposure for Kaizen Gaming, as well as its premium brand Betano, across Latin America and globally.
Betano is rapidly growing its user base and presence in Brazil, serving as the main and title sponsor of Brasileirão Betano and Copa Betano do Brasil. As a founding member of the ANJL and IBJR regulatory bodies, Betano is recognised for its dedication to upholding the highest standards of responsible gaming and integrity. Furthermore, the Betano brand has launched multiple CSR initiatives across the country in partnership with sponsored team, Clube Atlético Mineiro. It also recently launched the “Juntos em Campo” long-term program in cooperation with CBF (Brazilian Football Confederation) to promote initiatives focused on gender equality.
Awarded for the results and creativity of its innovative “Football in America” marketing campaign, Betano successfully introduced Latin America to its “Confia” brand platform by leveraging on its CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 sponsorship. The campaign chimed with the spirit of fans across the continent by celebrating Latin America’s rich football heritage, playfully responding to Kylian Mbappe’s 2022 comments questioning the region’s football quality.
Vangelis Skarkalis, Kaizen Gaming Senior Commercial Director LATAM, said: “Latin America is one of the world’s most dynamic and exciting regions for i-gaming. Being recognised as a leading player in this important market with two wins at the prestigious SBC Awards Latinoamérica is a great honour – especially on the heels of our recent double-win as ‘Operator of the Year’ at both the EGR Operator Awards and SBC Awards. Achieving this success requires an exceptional team of dedicated, ambitious professionals. This award honours everyone’s hard work and commitment to always going above and beyond in delivering the best experiences for our customers not only in Latin America, but worldwide too.”
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Amusnet Teams Up with Betcity.nl for Market Expansion in the Netherlands
Amusnet proudly announces its partnership with the Netherlands operator Betcity.nl, marking a key step in strengthening its presence within the Dutch market. This collaboration combines Amusnet’s dynamic gaming content with Betcity.nl’s established reputation for providing exceptional online experiences to Dutch players. The partnership promises to offer an enriched gaming selection while maintaining the highest compliance standards in the Netherlands’ regulated market.
“Teaming up with Betcity.nl represents an exciting and strategic opportunity for Amusnet to bring forward our portfolio to the Dutch market in collaboration with a trusted local brand. We are motivated to jointly enhance the gaming experience with high-quality content that aligns with local players’ preferences,” said Dimitri De Temmerman, Managing Director Amusnet BNL.
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BEGE celebrates 15 years as Eastern Europe’s premier gaming expo
The most significant event for the gaming industry in Eastern Europe – the Balkan Entertainment & Gaming Expo (BEGE) – will bring together leading companies, innovators, and industry representatives on November 27 and 28 for its 15th-anniversary edition. In celebration of this milestone, the organizers have prepared numerous surprises and special awards.
Once again, BEGE will offer a rich program, uniting industry leaders, investors, and successful entrepreneurs to share ideas, technologies, and inspiration. Visitors will have a unique opportunity to explore the latest gaming technologies, try out innovative solutions, and enjoy impressive demonstrations.
Traditionally, the first and second days of the event feature the EEGS conference, where internationally recognized speakers will present analyses and discussions critical to the development of the gaming industry. Special panels will provide a platform for leading gaming experts to discuss the future of the industry, emerging trends, and initiatives promoting responsible gaming practices.
For the first time, BEGE will welcome startups, offering them the opportunity to participate in Gaming StartUp Challenge 6.0. This challenge provides a unique opportunity to meet with key industry figures. The most promising startups will be recognized and granted invaluable access to the experience and insights of industry leaders.
As always, the exhibition begins with the BEGE Awards ceremony, a symbol of recognition for innovation, outstanding achievements, and success across various sectors of the gaming industry, with awards such as “Online Provider of the Year” and “Online Game of the Year.” The awards will be presented on November 26 at an elegant dinner at Black&White club in Sofia’s Grand Hotel Millennium.
A key highlight of the program is the Proximity Zone, providing companies with additional visibility through live-streamed interviews and product presentations with leading global brands and experts.
BEGE is a must-attend event for anyone with an interest in the gaming industry. This year, more than 80 exhibitors and over 6,000 visitors from 70 countries are expected, making it a place where the passion for gaming and innovation meets business opportunities.
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