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Discover the most anticipated iGaming awards and events of 2020 and discover why taking part is an essential part of being successful in the online gaming industry.
Musicians strive for Grammys, the entertainment industry for Oscars, restaurants for Michelin Stars, and the online gambling industry for prestigious iGaming awards. Winning one of these awards is about far more than just claiming a shiny trophy on a stage. It essentially celebrates your perseverance, integrity, and hard work over the years and defines you as an industry leader.
It also helps to distinguish your brand from competitors and provides more business opportunities within the online gaming industry. On a very important note, iGaming awards are considered some of the best indicators for online players when it comes to choosing a new gambling site. However, from a business perspective, status means trustworthiness, professionalism, and phenomenal credentials for future collaborations. With that in mind, let's take a look at some of the best events of 2020.
SiGMA is considered one of the most prominent companies in the iGaming industry, and strives to not only reward excellence but fan the flames of innovation. They place a large emphasis on working with people and companies in all levels of the business - from affiliates to cutting edge gambling organizations. They hold remarkable award ceremonies and events around the world, of which you'll find being attended by 12,500 professionals from more than 80 different countries. The popular event this year will impress with a conference consisting of around 200 speakers along with an exhibition that will feature close to 400 exhibitors. SiGMA will provide a Hackathon, networking opportunities, Alpha Boot Camp, and more to keep things as entertaining as possible.
You will also find more than 100 start-ups, each presenting their innovative products during the SiGMA Pitch where the top 10 will have the opportunity to present their products to potential investors. Among the wide variety of subjects that will be covered in the conference, you will find programming, regulation and compliance, fantasy games, women in gaming, blockchain licensing, sales, and the future of the gaming industry. The SiGMA iGaming Festival will take place in several locations across the globe which will include Malta Gaming Awards and Asia Gaming Awards.
The Global Gaming Awards is considered one of the most respected and trusted events within the gambling industry, recognizing individuals and companies based on their operational excellence in the last year. The phenomenal event is powered by Gambling Insider, a leading B2B publisher, in conjunction with Global Gaming Expo.
The judging panel consists of 50 executives from world-leading iGaming companies and the voting process is independently audited by none other than KPMG. Some of the most popular awards include Online Sports Betting Operator of the Year and Online Casino of the Year. The first event took place on 3 February 2020 in London, while the second event is set to take place in Las Vegas on 7 October 2020.
Regarded as one of the most extraordinary iGaming Events across the globe, the International Gaming Awards are often referred to as the 'Grammys' of the gaming industry. The IGA event has been around since 2008 and takes place in London every year during February. The IGA Awards cover a broad spectrum of businesses, both land-based and online. Among the wide variety of categories, you will find awards for the Best Online Casino Operator, the Best Mobile Operator, the Best Live Casino, and the Best Sports Betting Operator.
The EGR Operator Awards is considered one of the most reputable award ceremonies within the iGaming industry. EGR is regarded as the leading B2B publisher in the world, featuring some of the best insights, interviews, special reports, and news within the gambling industry. The awards are given to those that have excelled in marketing strategies, innovation, operations, and business growth. There is a total of 28 operator awards each year, ranging from the Rising Star award through to the Affiliate of the Year award.
iGB Affiliate Awards is considered the ultimate recognition platform in the United Kingdom which purely honors the affiliate community within the online gaming industry. The renowned event is hosted by iGB Affiliate and it's a bi-monthly magazine and comes equipped with over 20 different awards. Some of the most anticipated awards include Best Affiliate Website, Best Affiliate Manager, Best Affiliate Program, Best Newcomer, Best Innovation, and Best Lottery Website.
Formed in 2016, the 4th edition of the renowned CEEG Awards will take place in September and will be held in Budapest, Hungary. The event is focused on awarding online gambling companies that are operating in the Eastern and Central European regions for their incredible achievements. This includes service providers, operators, and gaming software suppliers within the industry. The CEEG is the perfect opportunity for professionals within the online gambling industry to gather support and impress with their contributions over the last 12 months. Some of the most popular awards include the Best Overall Sports Betting Operator, the Best Customer Support in Online Casino, and the Best Overall Online Casino.
The SEG Awards and BSG Awards essentially follow the same format as the CEEG Awards. The SEG Awards are handed out to B2B and B2C gambling operators that have managed to achieve outstanding success within Southern Europe, while the BSG Awards are handed out to those in the Scandinavian and Baltics regions. The SEG Awards took place in Italy in 2019, while the BSG Awards took place in Lithuania.
A great playing session involves more than just choosing a fun and reliable casino operator. This is why you'll see so many facets to the industry when you take a gander at the top iGaming awards and events. From the innovative platforms that you play on, to the reliable payment solutions that process your withdrawals, it's the hard graft of these companies that all comes together to make for a truly eclectic experience.
