Industry Awards
Kaizen Gaming scoops impressive double win at the SBC Awards 2024

Kaizen Gaming, one of the biggest GameTech companies in the world, has been crowned ‘Operator of the Year – Large’ and, for the second year running, ‘Casino Operator of the Year’ at the prestigious SBC Awards 2024 held in Lisbon on Thursday 26th September.
Winning the ‘Operator of the Year – Large’ award recognises Kaizen Gaming’s unwavering commitment to responsible gaming in regulated markets, celebrating twelve years of remarkable success and growth. Driven by its ambitious “2626” vision to operate in 26 markets by 2026, the award also commends the company’s focus on corporate social responsibility and excellence in securing landmark sponsorships with leagues, top-tier clubs and athletes across the globe, including CONMEBOL Copa America™️ 2024 and the UEFA EURO 2024™.
Also declared ‘Casino Operator of the Year’ for the second year in a row reaffirms Kaizen Gaming’s continuing perseverance to provide highly engaging, innovative experiences using advanced technology, and commitment to responsible gaming.
Julio Iglesias Hernando, Chief Commercial Officer, Kaizen Gaming, said: “Awards serve as good reminders to celebrate and recognise the passion of our Kaizen One Team. Our people work very hard to bring to our customers the most innovative products in gaming today. As we grow, facing our vision of successfully operating in 26 countries by 2026, sometimes it is important to stop and celebrate. Our team strives to deliver the most trusted, safe and exciting experiences for our customers worldwide. The past 12 months have been exhausting, challenging and incredibly rewarding, with milestones and record-breaking achievements, such as our partnership with UEFA’s EURO 2024 and CONMEBOL’s Copa America 2024. This award is dedicated to our people. Thanks for always going the extra mile. Rest assured this is just the beginning. We owe it to our customers and to ourselves to keep pushing forward.”
Now in their eleventh year of rewarding and celebrating the very best in the betting & gaming industry, the coveted SBC Awards recognise the achievements of operators, affiliates, as well as suppliers from across all the major disciplines, including payments, marketing, platform providers and data.
The SBC Awards took place at the MEO Arena on the final day of SBC Summit, with 25,000 industry professionals and 600 exhibitors gathering to showcase the latest innovations in gaming and betting. The awards were hosted by TV presenter Kirsty Gallacher and football legend Peter Schmeichel.
The post Kaizen Gaming scoops impressive double win at the SBC Awards 2024 appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Industry Awards
Wicked Games joins as sponsor for the 2025 Casino Guru Awards

The post Wicked Games joins as sponsor for the 2025 Casino Guru Awards appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Industry Awards
Amusnet Named Content Provider of the Year at the Italian Gaming Awards 2025

Amusnet has announced that it has been awarded Content Provider of the Year at the prestigious Italian Gaming Awards. The ceremony took place on April 9 as part of the Italian Gaming Expo & Conference (IGE) at the Salone delle Fontane in Rome. This recognition highlights Amusnet’s commitment to delivering top-tier gaming content and maintaining excellence in one of Europe’s most dynamic and competitive markets.
The Italian Gaming Awards celebrate the best in the industry, honouring companies that are shaping the future of gaming in Italy through outstanding products, practices and performance. With over 110 nominees across 21 categories, this year’s event brought together leading operators, suppliers, regulators and public representatives to recognise achievement and leadership across the sector.
“It’s a great honor to be named Content Provider of the Year. This recognition reflects the dedication and passion of our incredible Amusnet Italy team. We remain committed to further strengthening our position in the Italian market by delivering engaging content that enhances the player experience and expanding our strategic partnerships,” said Polina Nedyalkova, Director at Amusnet Italy.
The post Amusnet Named Content Provider of the Year at the Italian Gaming Awards 2025 appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Affiliate Industry
Voting is open: Boomerang nominated in 2 categories at the AffPapa Awards 2025

Boomerang is a contender for Sportsbook Operator of the Year and Bonus Offer of the Year
Boomerang, a rapidly growing global brand behind the annual Golden Boomerang Awards, has been shortlisted for the AffPapa Awards 2025 in 2 categories: Boomerang Bet on Sportsbook Operator of the Year and Boomerang Partners on Bonus Offer of the Year.
Inclusion in the Sportsbook Operator of the Year nomination is a testament to Boomerang’s success in the online betting industry. Over 2024-2025, the brand has achieved great results: the betting segment has grown fivefold (5x), and the number of sports betting offers surged more than 6 times. Six new brands were added to Boomerang’s portfolio in 2024, contributing to an almost 1.5-fold increase in end-users. In addition, Boomerang is the Official Regional Betting Partner of AC Milan, one of the world’s most famous and titled football clubs.
The Bonus Offer of the Year nomination confirms the high level and detailed elaboration of Boomerang’s bonus policy. Its portfolio includes more than 15 brands, each operating in strict compliance with the Terms and Conditions, including Bonus rules. Boomerang ensures fairness, transparency, and visibility of key bonus information for partners and users. It regularly collects feedback to improve its bonus policy and make it consistent with the expectations of its audience.
Boomerang actively develops community and works on building long-term trusting relationships with partners. This is demonstrated, among other things, by the second annual tournament for affiliate teams – Golden Boomerang Awards 2025. It will run until May 11. The top 30 teams on the leaderboard will be invited to Milan. There, the best of the best will be named, and 11 awards will be presented, including the main one – the Grand Prix.
The voting phase of the AffPapa Awards has started and will run until May 11. Users can choose their favorites in the nominations and influence the final results. Vote on the AffPapa Awards 2025 website. The award ceremony will take place on May 28 in Malaga during the AffPapa – iGaming Club Conference Malaga 2025.
About Boomerang
Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global brand offering a wide range of services. Boomerang is the Official Regional Betting Partner of AC Milan and collaborates with women’s football star and influencer Alisha Lehmann. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards 2024, the first annual global affiliate tournament. Boomerang Partners’ betting segment surged 5x, and gambling — 2x in 2024. Its affiliate program demonstrated a 120% increase in partners, and the number of sports betting offers surged more than 6 times. Six new products were launched by Boomerang in 2024, which contributed to an almost 1.5-fold increase in product users.
Boomerang’s portfolio contains 15+ gambling brands, including sportsbooks. They cover over 35 GEOs and offer a wide range of betting options with favorable odds. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.
The post Voting is open: Boomerang nominated in 2 categories at the AffPapa Awards 2025 appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
-
Press Releases4 weeks ago
Graffiti Rush marks PG Soft’s debut in graffiti-themed slots
-
Latin America3 weeks ago
Paysecure expands reach across LATAM, showcasing solutions at SIGMA Americas
-
Amusnet3 weeks ago
Amusnet to Participate in the Third Edition of SiGMA Americas
-
Australia4 weeks ago
Gaming Compliance Checks Underway Across Regional NSW
-
Africa3 weeks ago
Springbok Casino is Offering 25 Free Spins in Honour of South Africa’s Top 5 Wild Egg Hunters
-
Compliance Updates4 weeks ago
Bigpot Gaming Secures Prestigious Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) License
-
Balkans4 weeks ago
7777 gaming partners with LiveScore to elevate its new operations in Bulgaria
-
Baltics2 weeks ago
Playson powers ahead in Europe with Fenikss partnership