The iGaming Awards are an eagerly awaited event that occurs annually, drawing attention from game developers, online casino operators, and affiliates across the sector.
Winning a category award significantly enhances one’s professional reputation, making this event essential for anyone looking to establish or maintain their prestige in the industry.
Award categories span a wide range, including but not limited to innovation, excellence in customer service, and recognition for the best operators as well as the best workplaces.
While we've highlighted a few key categories, the complete list of awards presented in September 2021 is detailed below.
IGA Awards and Winners
- Australia/Asia Focused Technology Supplier of the Year – BBIN
- Best Customer Service Company of the Year – SOFTSWISS
- Casino Operator of the Year – Galaxy Entertainment
- Charitable Community Contribution Award – Galaxy Entertainment
- Best eSports Betting Software of the Year – UltraPlay
- Game of the Year Recognition – Majestic Bingo – ‘Don’t Find the Nine’
- Great Place to Work Award (Operator Category) – ComeOn
- Great Place to Work Award (Supplier Category) – Oryx Gaming
- iGaming Software Supplier of the Year – Betconstruct
- Innovator of the Year Award (Operator) – Coolbet
- Innovator of the Year Award (Supplier) – Microgaming
- Live Casino of the Year – 1XBet
- Lottery Product of the Year – IGT Mobile Lottery Solution
- Mobile Operator of the Year – Betsson
- Mobile Sports Product – Coolbet
- Online Casino Operator of the Year – ComeOn
- Online Gaming Operator of the Year – LeoVegas
- Online Poker Operator of the Year – Kindred (Unibet Poker)
- Unique Gaming Company of the Year – Relax Gaming
- Rising Star of the Year – Just For The Win
- RNG Casino Supplier of the Year – Pragmatic Play
- Safer Gambling Operator of the Year – Betsson
- Slots Operator of the Year – Videolsots
- Slots Provider of the Year – Yggdrasil
- Sports Betting Operator of the Year – Kindred
- Sports Betting Platform of the Year – Digitain
- Sustainable Business of the Year – Scientific Games
- Sustainable Resort of the Year – Melco Resorts & Entertainment
- US Gaming Company of the Year – Pilot Games
- Technology Provider/Supplier – IGT
Who are the IGA winners?
While some award winners may be less familiar to Canadian players, others are already recognized as industry leaders here.
Microgaming For instance, Microgaming has secured the Innovator of the Year award, marking yet another achievement in their storied history at the IGA.
Known for their reputable game development, Microgaming has amassed numerous accolades, showcasing their resilience and capacity to evolve within a fast-paced market.
Other notable developers include Relax Gaming , awarded Unique Gaming Company of the Year, and Just For The Win , honored as Rising Star of the Year. Pragmatic Play for the RNG Casino Supplier of the Year, Yggdrasil Scientific Games claimed the title for Slot Provider of the Year, further cementing their standing as a key player in the industry. IGT as Technology Provider/Supplier.
In the realm of operators, it’s no revelation to see ComeOn recognized as Online Gaming Operator of the Year and LeoVegas highlighted for their excellence. LeoVegas Both LeoVegas and Videoslots have established stellar reputations over the years, backed by a string of awards. Their continued presence in discussions around industry leaders is hardly surprising, as both are consistently pushing boundaries and evolving. Videoslots as Slots Operator of the Year.
As avid followers of online gaming, we eagerly anticipate the IGA and other events throughout the year, as they reveal which companies are making strides and highlight potential new favorites in the gaming world!
M'Louisa dedicates much of her time to corralling a mischievous monkey that seems to be growing up far too quickly. Whenever she has a break, you'll find her either painting or engrossed in a good book. Over the past three years, she has relished watching the industry flourish, which she considers the most rewarding aspect of her role!
