Industry Awards
Continent 8 Technologies wins Fujitsu Rising Star of the Year award

Fujitsu has named Continent 8 Technologies as the recipient of its coveted Rising Star of the Year Award at its recent Future Proof Event in London.
The awards ceremony formed part of the company’s flagship event where attendees could learn more about Fujitsu’s data center expertise and how it can be used to help iGaming operators and suppliers position their businesses for future growth and success.
The judging panel crowned Continent 8 as Rising Star of the Year for joining the Fujitsu ecosystem as a service provider and quickly building market-leading services for the global iGaming industry that leverage Fujitsu’s data center technologies.
The award was presented by Graham Bromham, Channel & Midmarket Sales Director at Fujitsu UK to Continent 8 Technologies Regional Sales Director, Aidan-Rees Williams, and Regulatory Account Director, Graham Foster, at the glitzy event held at Pullman London St Pancras.
Fujitsu provides a wide range of solutions to operators and suppliers, from data centres and infrastructure to powerful data tools powered by the latest technologies. This includes its Private GPT, an AI-driven solution that allows organisations to securely chat with their data.
Graham Bromham, Channel & Midmarket Sales Director at Fujitsu UK, said: “We have been delighted to welcome Continent 8 as a Fujitsu partner with the collaboration providing to be incredibly valuable to both companies.
“Collaborations like this present tremendous opportunities and result in shared successes, which we have already enjoyed with Continent 8. But we have only just scratched the surface of what we can achieve together and look forward to strengthening the partnership moving forwards.
“Continent 8 is a really deserving winner of our Rising Star award and we couldn’t be happier to have presented the trophy at our awards ceremony.”
Michael Tobin, Founder and CEO at Continent 8 Technologies, added: “Fujitsu has been an invaluable strategic partner for Continent 8, collaborating closely with us to deliver secure, high-availability and zero-compromise hosting, connectivity and cloud solutions to operators and suppliers in the global iGaming and online sports betting industry.
“To be named Rising Star of the Year is a testament to what we have been able to achieve through this partnership in a short space of time, and I would like to thank Fujitsu and the Continent 8 team for their efforts in maximising the potential of our collaboration.”
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Industry Awards
ELA Games Receives Key Nomination at EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards

The studio is shortlisted for the “Brand of the Year – B2B” category
ELA Games, an innovative game development studio, has been shortlisted for the “Brand of the Year – B2B” category at the upcoming EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards 2025.
The EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards is an event that celebrates key figures and innovative brands within the iGaming industry. The ceremony recognises companies that demonstrate commercial success through game-changing creativity and contributions to the improvement of the industry. It gathers the brightest and most influential minds to reward those who have helped the online gaming sector grow.
ELA Games’ nomination for the “Brand of the Year – B2B” category highlights the company’s efforts in creating a portfolio that balances operator-centric growth with player-friendly gaming experiences. The studio has demonstrated a commitment to helping operators improve player acquisition and retention metrics through data-backed performance, making it a beneficial partner.
Marharyta Yerina, ELA Games’ Managing Director, commented on the nomination, “The ELA Games team is proud to receive a nomination for a significant category at a prestigious event. We’ve made considerable strides in 2025 to develop our portfolio and create games that both help operators grow and provide fun for players. We look forward to networking with all our peers at the ceremony, and congratulations to all nominees!”
The EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards 2025 will take place on June 19, 2025, at The Mermaid, London. The ELA Games team will attend the ceremony for a night of excitement, networking, and celebration.
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Baltics
BETER Shortlisted in Nine Categories at the Baltic and Scandinavian Gaming Awards 2025

BETER is proud to announce that we have been shortlisted in nine categories at the Baltic and Scandinavian Gaming (BSG) Awards 2025, organized by HIPTHER. This recognition highlights our continued commitment to delivering top-tier esports, sports betting content and solutions across key European markets.
Our nominations reflect excellence in both Baltic and Nordic categories:
Baltic Categories:
- Best Esports Service Provider in the Baltics
- Rising Star in Baltic Sports Betting Technology
- Best Virtual Sports Provider in the Baltics
- Rising Star in Baltic Virtual Sports
Nordic Categories:
- Best Esports Service Provider in the Nordics
- Best Sports Betting Provider in the Nordics
- Rising Star in Nordic Sports Betting Technology
- Best Virtual Sports Provider in the Nordics
- Rising Star in Nordic Virtual Sports
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported us during the voting process. Your trust and recognition inspire us to keep innovating and delivering outstanding content and solutions tailored to the needs of operators and players in these dynamic regions.
The winners will be revealed on 27 May 2025 during the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit in Vilnius — stay tuned!
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Industry Awards
Celebrating Innovation: ELA Games Finalists at 2025 WiG Diversity Awards

ELA Games, a dynamic game development studio in the iGaming industry, has been shortlisted for the “Innovator” category at the upcoming 2025 Women in Gaming Diversity Awards.
The studio’s founding philosophy of “For Players, By Players” has directed its production approach, creating titles that balance player experiences and casino-centric performance. By understanding the core needs of modern gamers, ELA Games has curated a portfolio of visually appealing, innovative games that assist with operator growth.
The WiG Diversity Awards are a prestigious event that recognises employers for their contributions to the industry and efforts in well-being and diversity. The “Innovator” category ELA Games prides itself on its contributions to the industry, championing a diverse workforce while creating memorable games that have a lasting impact.
Marharyta Yerina, ELA Games’ Managing Director,commented on the shortlisting, “Since our inception in 2021, we’ve made a concerted effort to create an inclusive and aspirational work environment, allowing us to produce trademark games. Being shortlisted for the ‘Innovator’ category at the 2025 WiG Diversity Awards reflects our commitment to diversity, excellence, and well-being, and we pledge to continue investing in our workplace culture to foster innovation at every level of the company.”
Final voting for the winner of the “Innovator” category, among others, will commence on the 5th of June, 2025, at the Savoy Hotel in London.
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