The prestigious Global Gaming Awards Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) 2025 Shortlist has been revealed, showcasing the industry’s top-performing operators, suppliers, and innovators. Organized by Gambling Insider and powered by industry leaders like BetConstruct, the event celebrates excellence across 15 categories in the gaming world. Event Manager Mariya Savova expressed her enthusiasm for the high caliber of nominations: “Congratulations to all operators and suppliers from the EMEA who made it to this year’s Shortlist. Narrowing down the finalists was incredibly challenging, given the fierce competition and exceptional quality of submissions.” The Global Gaming Awards are renowned for their rigorous and transparent adjudication process, overseen by KPMG in the Crown Dependencies. Winners are selected by a panel of 50 senior executives, including notable figures such as Werner Becher (CEO of Kambi), Daniela Johansson (Deputy CEO of Paf), and Per Jaldung (CEO of Grand Casino Brussels VIAGE). This ensures that only the most deserving companies and individuals are recognized.

A Platform for Innovation and Excellence

This year’s event highlights cutting-edge trends in the gaming industry, including the growing impact of live studios and live dealer technology on the market. Companies leveraging advanced solutions, such as roulette low-cost live studios and interactive gaming experiences, continue to redefine the player experience. Key players like Evolution Games and Imagine Live, sponsors of the event, showcase the importance of seamless integration between innovative game design and user engagement in modern casino studio online operations. The Awards also reflect the rise of game developers focused on interactive content and casinos for sale, underscoring the industry’s dynamic growth. Whether it’s through immersive live dealer games, scalable live studio setups, or pioneering game designs, the shortlisted companies represent the forefront of global gaming innovation.

What to Expect at the Awards Ceremony

The winners will be announced at an exclusive invite-only event on January 20, 2025, during Day 1 of ICE in Barcelona. For those unable to attend, the ceremony will be live-streamed, making it accessible to a global audience. The Global Gaming Awards continue to celebrate and amplify the achievements of top-tier operators, suppliers, and game developers shaping the future of the gaming industry. With category sponsors including Interblock, Soft2Bet, Aristocrat Gaming, BGaming, and EveryMatrix, the event is poised to spotlight the industry’s best and brightest. Stay tuned for the ceremony to see which companies and individuals will lead the charge in transforming the world of online and land-based gaming.