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Casino Guru Awards 2026 introduce four new categories celebrating leadership, responsibility, and culture in iGaming
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Casino Guru proudly unveils four new award categories for the upcoming Casino Guru Awards 2026, further expanding its mission to recognize individuals and organizations shaping a fairer, safer, and more forward-thinking iGaming industry.
Following three years of continued growth and rising influence, the Casino Guru Awards remain the only industry awards focused primarily on fairness, transparency, integrity, and responsible innovation. The 2026 ceremony, scheduled for May 25, 2026, at The Xara Lodge in Malta, in partnership with NEXT.io during NEXT Valletta, will spotlight outstanding achievements from across the global iGaming landscape.
This yearâs newly introduced categories reflect Casino Guruâs commitment to acknowledging emerging talent, ethical leadership, and positive workplace culture.
New Award Categories for 2026
Woman Leader of the Year
This category celebrates an exceptional female leader whose vision, resilience, and strategic influence have helped transform her company and the industry as a whole.
Judges will look for measurable achievements in 2024â2025, including business growth, crisis management, innovation in user experience, safety, transparency, and responsible gambling.
The award is open to women driving meaningful impact while championing diversity, mentorship, and collaborative progress within iGaming.
Rising Star in Responsible Gambling
Designed to recognize organizations making remarkable early strides in safer gambling initiatives, this category highlights innovation and genuine commitment from companies of all sizes.
Whether through impactful tools, awareness campaigns, or fresh approaches to player protection, nominees must demonstrate provable results that contribute to higher standards of responsibility and safety across the industry.
Young Changemaker Award
Honoring an individual under 30, the Young Changemaker Award shines a spotlight on rising professionals whose ethical innovation, creativity, and forward-thinking actions have made a visible impact in 2025.
Judges will consider originality, leadership ability, and tangible contributions that set a new benchmark for integrity and progress in iGaming.
Industry Culture Shaper
Recognizing that true industry progress starts within organizations, this award honors companies that cultivate positive, transparent, and supportive workplace cultures.
Nominees will be assessed based on measurable outcomes such as employee satisfaction, retention, and productivity, alongside initiatives that support wellbeing, mental health, professional development, and ethical HR practices.
Additional weight will be given to organizations whose efforts inspire better standards beyond their walls through partnerships, advocacy, or shared knowledge.
A broader vision for industry progress
âThe addition of these categories marks an important evolution for the Casino Guru Awards,â said Daniela Sliva, PR & Creative Project Director at Casino Guru and leader of the Awards project.
âBy spotlighting leadership, emerging talent, responsible innovation, and culture, we are amplifying the people and values that will define the future of iGaming. These awards aim to inspire positive change at every level, from individual contributors to global operators.â
The new categories will stand alongside Casino Guruâs established awards, including The Fairest Bonus Policy, The Most Transparent Casino, The Best Implementation of Responsible Gambling Tools, and others that reflect Casino Guruâs core values.
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CT Interactive Expands in Romania with New Game Launch on Maxbet.ro
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CT Interactive is further expanding its presence in the regulated Romanian market through the launch of new gaming content on Maxbet.ro. This collaboration introduces a selection of top-performing titles designed to boost player engagement and enhance the overall gaming experience across the region.
As part of the collaboration, Maxbet.ro will feature two exclusive titles available only to its players â Kyoto Magic and Fruits & Sweets Buy Bonus.
Martin Ivanov, Chief Operating Officer at CT Interactive, said: âOur collaboration with Maxbet.ro reflects our commitment to developing high-quality content that meets the demands of the modern Romanian player. Titles like Fruits & Sweets Buy Bonus and Kyoto Magic showcase the best of our portfolio â dynamic gameplay, strategic depth, attractive bonus features and excellent math models.â
âWe are confident that our exclusive titles will enhance the gaming experience for Maxbetâs players, offering them a richer, more immersive, and engaging journey,â added Bogdan Smeu, Regional Manager for Romania at CT Interactive.
In addition to the exclusive titles, Maxbet.ro will now feature a selection of CT Interactiveâs most popular games, including 20 Mega Star, Lucky Clover 10, The Shining Globe, Zet Fruits and Doctor Winstein Buy Bonus.
The launch of this new content underscores CT Interactiveâs commitment to the Romanian market, delivering premium gaming experiences that enhance player engagement and contribute to the long-term success of its partners.
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CT Gaming Shortlisted in Three Categories at BEGE Awards 2025
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CT Gaming has announced that the company has been shortlisted in three major categories at the BEGE Awards 2025, reaffirming its strong market presence and commitment to delivering innovative gaming solutions.
This year, CT Gaming is a finalist in the following categories:
⢠Slot Product of the Year â Next 32
⢠Jackpot System of the Year â Diamond Tree Deluxe
⢠Casino Management System of the Year â Rhino CMS
These nominations recognise the companyâs continuous ability to combine modern technological advances with proven performance, creating products that deliver exceptional value to both operators and players.
NEXT 32 is the most innovative slot cabinet in CT Gamingâs portfolio, impressive with its advanced technical features, ergonomic design and enhanced player interaction.
The upgraded Diamond Tree Deluxe jackpot system stands out with improved visuals, smoother gameplay and the exciting ability for players to win any jackpot tier directly from the base game. Its flexibility allows operators to configure parameters according to their venue needs, offering a customized jackpot experience.
Rhino, CT Gamingâs powerful casino management system, continues to evolve with new modules and features that streamline operations, support informed decision-making and enhance player interaction. Its comprehensive and scalable platform is designed to suit gaming venues of any size.
âWe are honored to receive recognition in three categories this year. It reflects our teamâs dedication to innovation and delivering products that support the success of our partners,â said Biser Bozhanov, CEO at CT Gaming.
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Betclic Becomes the First French Operator to Earn RG Check Certification
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Betclic has become the first and only French operator to obtain the international RG Check certification, the worldâs leading benchmark in player protection.
Betclic Group ranks among the top three global performers out of 170 operators assessed.
This certification recognises Betclic Groupâs ongoing ambition to make online gaming a safe, responsible and transparent experience.
RG Check certification is an international audit that evaluates gambling operatorsâ commitment to responsible gaming. It covers more than 200 criteria, notably including prevention strategy, training, governance and responsible communication.
Recognised for its high level of requirements, RG Check currently assesses nearly 170 gambling operators around the world.
With a score of 89.44/100, Betclic Group achieved the third-best global performance and became the first French operator to receive the label.
Betclic stands out in several key areas:
96/100 for âResponsible Gaming Policy, Strategy, and Cultureâ, demonstrating a coherent approach fully integrated into the companyâs strategy.
93/100 for âEmployee Trainingâ, highlighting continuous training for teams on best practices for player protection.
97/100 for âMarketing Communicationsâ, ensuring ethical practices and the protection of vulnerable audiences.
90/100 for âAccount and Payment Managementâ, confirming reliable and secure procedures.
Sarah McCarthy, CEO of the RG Council, said: âBetclicâs successful RG Check accreditation demonstrates their dedication to player protection and responsible gambling practices. This achievement shows whatâs possible when operators prioritize evidence-based safeguards and commit to meeting rigorous standards. Weâre proud to recognize their efforts in advancing safer gambling on betclic.fr and setting a strong example for the industry,â
Betclic Protect: A Pioneering and Differentiating Programme
The certification, valid for three years, rewards a collective commitment to making online gaming a safe and responsible experience, based on human support, technology and transparency.
This result stems from significant human and financial investments, embodied in âBetclic Protectâ, a pioneering player-protection programme that includes:
⢠Raising awareness among all players through broad public campaigns.
⢠Providing moderation tools enabling players to stay in control.
⢠Detecting risky behaviours using a model combining 60 behavourial indicators.
⢠Supporting players in difficulty through personalised assistance.
More than 100 specialists at Betclic are dedicated exclusively to responsible gaming.
Betclic Groupâs management also requires 100% of employees to be trained annually on responsible gaming specifics, demonstrating the companyâs full commitment to this issue.
Nicolas BĂŠraud, founder and CEO of Betclic Group, said: âBecoming the first French operator certified by RG Check is a collective source of pride. It crowns years of investment in player protection and confirms that responsibility and innovation can strengthen one another. This certification also highlights that our âBetclic Protectâ program is among the most robust in the world, enabling us to offer a safer gaming experience to our 5 million customers.â
This certification comes as Betclic launches its annual âResponsible Gaming Weekâ from 17 to 20 November 2025, during which employees across Betclic Groupâs five offices (France, Poland, Portugal, Ivory Coast, Malta) will be trained on prevention and awareness topics through workshops and conferences.
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