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The SiGMA South Asia Awards 2025 shortlist is confirmed ahead of the summit taking place from 30 November to 2 December in Colombo.
Public voting remains open until 28 November, determining the winners across multiple categories that recognise regional performance in game development, sportsbook solutions, payments, platforms, and affiliate operations.
Awards ceremony forms part of the three-day summit at Cinnamon Life
The programme integrates recognition, networking, and sector benchmarking for regional and international operators.
The awards evening will be held on 30 November at the Cumulus Ballroom within the Cinnamon Life complex at City of Dreams. Attendance is by invitation only and open to Platinum ticket holders, table sponsors, and paid-seat guests. Public voting contributes to the final results alongside the judging process, encouraging sector-wide participation in highlighting standout achievements across key operational disciplines.
Shortlisted categories highlight development, innovation, and market relevance
The shortlist spans game creation, sportsbook technology, live betting, platform solutions, and affiliate performance.
Below is the full list of shortlisted nominees for the SiGMA South Asia Awards 2025:
- Best Game Studio 2025: This category recognises companies delivering broad portfolios of online casino titles. Nominees: JDB, WOW Gaming, CP Games, Alize, Spribe, Gamzix, Spadegaming.
- Best Slot Game Provider 2025: Focused on creators of themed and feature-led slot content. Nominees: Spadegaming, JILI Games, Amusnet, PG SOFT, Gamzix, SimplePlay, PopOK Gaming, DST Gaming, WOW Gaming.
- Best Localized Game Content 2025: Awarded to organisations whose content aligns strongly with local market preferences. Nominees: WOW Gaming, Gamzix, CP Games, MICO, Everest Games.
- New Casino Game of 2025: Recognises the most innovative new release introduced during the year. Nominees: Trial of The Fire Dragon by WOW Gaming; Yummy Dumplings: Hold the Spin by Gamzix; Billie Wild by Gamzix; Long Neck Fortune by Belatra Games; Carnival Treasure by SA Gaming; Fortune Tiger by PG Soft.
- Best Online Sportsbook Provider 2025: Acknowledges platforms delivering broad market coverage and live betting functionality. Nominees: IDNPLAY, Atlaslive, Altenar, BetConstruct, OddsCraft, SOFTSWISS.
- Best Live Betting Product 2025: Recognises solutions offering real-time betting capabilities. Nominees: BetConstruct Live Odds, Altenar Live Betting Suite, Atlaslive Real Time Engine, IDNPLAY Live Sports Module, 1xBet Live Feed Solution.
- Best Virtual Sports Provider 2025: Awarded to creators of virtual sports betting content. Nominees: SBO568win, Kiron Interactive, Golden Race, Megapari.
- Best Cricket Betting Product 2025: Honours the top cricket-focused betting solutions in South Asia. Nominees: Megapari, Rajabets, 9wicket, lucky sport, 96 wicket.
- Best Live Casino Provider 2025: Recognises operators offering high-quality live dealer environments. Nominees: Allbet, IDNPlay, CreedRoomz, SA Gaming, SBO568sin.
- Best Mobile Casino Experience 2025: Awarded to brands delivering strong mobile-first gameplay. Nominees: Rajabets, Dafabet, 1xbet, Puntit, BC.Game.
- Best Online Payment Services 2025: Recognises secure and efficient payment processing for gaming transactions. Nominees: The NetWallet, 911 Payment, VamosPago, SabPaisa, PayKun.
- Best Platform Provider 2025: Focuses on scalable hosting and infrastructure solutions for operators. Nominees: Neftsoft, Gamingsoft, DST Gaming, IceSuper, Allbet, BetConstruct, SOFTSWISS, SoftGamings.
- Outstanding Contribution to Gaming 2025: Honours major contributions that deliver tangible industry impact. Nominees: To be announced.
- Industry Rising Star 2025: Recognises emerging contributors generating sector momentum. Nominees: Bettorify, 911 Payment, MiCo, Affigates, WINWIN Partners, HN Gaming.
- Best Online Casino 2025: Awarded to operators with diverse portfolios and streamlined user experiences. Nominees: 1xbet, 1win, Sportsbet.io, WinWin Bet, Mostbet.
- Best Online Sportsbook 2025: Focuses on platforms with broad sports portfolios and competitive odds. Nominees: 4rabet, 1xbet, Betwinner, Stake, Dafabet.
- Best Player Engagement 2025: Recognises solutions that build retention through interactive features and real-time betting options. Nominees: SMSala Technologies, BetConstruct, MiCo, JILI Games, Laaffic.
- Best Affiliate Network 2025: Awarded to networks supporting tracking, reporting, and operator partnerships. Nominees: Masons Group, Gambling Affiliation, Income Access, Alfaleads.
- Best Affiliate 2025: Recognises affiliates delivering compliant acquisition strategies and transparent reporting. Nominees: Media 24, CasinoCompare, casino.online, OncasiTown.
- Best Affiliate Program 2025: Honours operators providing structured partner schemes and accurate performance tracking. Nominees: 1xPartners, WINWIN Partners, 1win Partners, Melbet Affiliates.
Charity auction follows the awards ceremony
A live auction will support the SiGMA Foundation’s ongoing education and health initiatives.
The evening will conclude with a charity auction benefiting the SiGMA Foundation. Previous initiatives include classroom construction, water harvesting systems, and the Mount Kilimanjaro expedition project. Delegates can reserve a ticket for the auction as part of the broader SiGMA South Asia programme.
