<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sbc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SBC</a> North America Gaming</strong> Awards’ shortlist celebrates the remarkable accomplishments of regional and global operators, affiliates, suppliers, and tribes shaping innovation in the industry. Set to take place on <a href="https://sbcevents.com/sbc-summit-north-america/tickets/?utm_campaign=SBC%20Summit%20North%20America%202024&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsmi=299698276&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_OC9LAPmnNGBpFLG-jFcdgDZyfcjEIqYEumPkxiXPXnrcMgwKkcgsgM6T45WPyjqOEOOTW9c0s8Q44NiIn0UPFCKMuoUSYOh37QQTllOkVVAJVG5o&amp;utm_content=299698276&amp;utm_source=hs_email" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">May 9, 2024</a>, at the Hilton Hotel in Midtown, New York City, the ceremony promises recognition for outstanding contributions.</p>



<p>Leading with 8 nominations, OpenBet returns to defend titles in categories like ‘Land-Based Betting &amp; Gaming Product’ and ‘Platform Provider of the Year’. Betting Hero and Sportradar follow closely with 5 nominations each, while FanDuel, Better Collective, and FeedConstruct secure 4 nominations each, reinforcing their industry presence.</p>



<p>The 2024 edition received a record number of nominations across 29 categories, posing a challenge for independent judges tasked with shortlisting. Better Collective aims to maintain its reign in affiliate categories, contending for ‘Sports Affiliate of the Year’ and ‘Sports Media Company of the Year’, amidst stiff competition.</p>



<h2>SBC Awards North America 2024 breakdown&nbsp;</h2>



<p>Operator categories witness the return of multi-award winners FanDuel, defending titles like ‘Sportsbook Operator of the Year’ and ‘Marketing Campaign &amp; Sponsorship of the Year’. Competing for ‘Social Gaming Operator of the Year’ are contenders like Hard Rock Games and Rush Street Interactive.</p>


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<p>In the Operator &amp; Supplier categories, a fierce competition ensues between Ontario Lottery &amp; Gaming Corporation, IGT, Entain Foundation, and EPIC Global Solutions for the ‘Socially Responsible Initiative of the Year’ award.</p>



<p>Across Supplier categories, notable names like Evolution, Bragg Gaming, and Scientific Games vie for recognition, while Payment &amp; Compliance categories witness contenders such as Radar and Mindway AI competing for the prestigious ‘Compliance Solution &amp; Partner of the Year’ title.</p>



<p>The ceremony will also highlight Rising Star Awards, honoring emerging brands in Casino and Sports Betting, alongside the esteemed Rising Star of the Year award. Tribal categories feature prominent operators and regulators, including Notawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi Gaming Commission and Comanche Nation.</p>


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<p>Leadership accolades like Leader of the Year and Employer of the Year will see industry heavyweights like Fast Track and Playtech vying for recognition, highlighting inspiring leadership and exemplary workplaces in the gaming industry.</p>

SBC Awards North America 2024 Reveals Shortlist

SBC Awards North America 2024 Reveals Shortlist - Bolavip US

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<p><a href="https://sigma.world/americas/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Early bird tickets</a> are now ready for the<strong> BIS SiGMA Americas</strong> event that will be held at the Transamerica Expo Centre in São Paulo, Brazil from April 23rd to the 25th. The conference is slated to connect all the industry leaders in LATAM in the field of regional operators, streamers, influencers, affiliates, and policy makers – including key officials – together for one of the biggest Gaming events in the region this year.</p>



<p>The conference will not only be a networking event but also have panel discussions and keynote speakers discussing the region’s most pressing issues, assessing future potential, and exploring the impact new technologies will have on the recently regulated market.</p>



<p><a href="https://sigma.world/americas/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Get your ticket today</a> since the price of entrance will only climb as the event draws closer. The BIS SiGMA Americas is not an event you want to miss if you are in the gaming industry in LATAM.</p>



<h2>What to expect at the BIS SiGMA Americas<br></h2>


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<p>The delegates who attend can expect to see a series of conference panels and keynote speakers as well as an expo floor focusing on startups and established businesses.</p>


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<p><br>There will be a Startup Village featuring 100 top entrepreneurs. Startups also get a leg up in the industry through the Startup Pitch – a friendly-competitive live pitch event which brings young startups closer to investment opportunities, advice, and mentorship.</p>

BIS SiGMA Americas early bird tickets now available

BIS SiGMA Americas early bird tickets now available - Bolavip US

<p>The<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sbc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SBC</a> Summit North America</strong> is getting ready to take place from May 7th- 9th at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey. The main focus of the summit will be on iGaming and it’s major prospects in the United States.</p>



<p>The iGaming conference track, as it’s called, will take place on the second day, Wednesday, May 8th, and will bring together top senior professionals of the iGaming industry.</p>



<p><br>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sports-betting" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SBC Summit North America</a> will have around 5,000 attendees and will have in-depth discussions on the reinvention of land-based experiences through digital integration, debates on whether iGaming is cannibalizing land-based operations, and strategies for developing profitable iGaming applications, among other compelling subjects.</p>



<h2>Who will attend SBC North America iGaming Track</h2>


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<p><br>The attendees scheduled to speak on the <strong><em>‘Why Online Casino Legislation Hasn’t Kept Pace With Sports Betting’</em></strong> panel will be Adam Glass (Director of B2B Services, Rush Street Interactive), Elizabeth Suever (Vice President, Government Relations, Bally’s), Brandt Iden (VP Government Affairs, Fanatics Betting &amp; Gaming), Cesar Fernandez, (Senior Director Head of State Government Relations, FanDuel), and moderator Shawn Fluharty (President-Elect, National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS)).</p>



<p>The panel<strong><em> ‘Omnichannel Effectiveness: From Land-Based to Digital and Back’</em></strong>, will discuss the necessity for land-based operations to prioritize the creation of omnichannel experiences. Industry experts Bobby Soper (CEO, Sun Gaming), Matt Reback (President &amp; CEO, Galaxy Gaming), Oliver Bartlett (Vice President of Gaming – Product &amp; Content, BetMGM), Nick Patrick (Co-Founder and CEO, Radar), Stacey Rowland (Vice President and General Counsel, Genting Americas) and panel moderator Zoe Ebling (VP Interactive, AGS), will underscore the importance of seamless navigation between land-based and digital platforms for players, the requisite infrastructure for optimal player retention, and how land-based establishments can reinvent themselves to be accessible to all.</p>


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<p>The panel titled <strong><em>‘Blurred Lines: When is a Game of Skill Really a Game of Chance?</em></strong>’ will delve into the subtle differences between games that rely on skill and those that rely on luck. Industry experts CJ Fisher (Partner, Co-Chair, Gaming Department, Fox Rothschild), Jeff Hakala (Special Investigator, Connecticut Consumer Protection), Rafael DiCarlo (General Manager, Gaming NA Bancard) and panel moderator Matt Para (Principal, 10MB, LLC), will analyze instances of ambiguous iCasino and sports betting practices and explore the distinction between skill and luck in the eyes of regulators.</p>



<p>The conference session titled ‘<strong><em>Game Design 101: Launching a Profitable Produc</em></strong>t’ will bring together a host of professionals to discuss key strategies for launching a successful iGaming application. Industry luminaries Ricardo Cornejo (VP of Online Gaming, Caesars Entertainment), Alex Ursa (Head of Gaming, Betr), Doug Fallon (Group Director of Content, Bragg Gaming), Rich Criado (VP, Product &amp; Fanatics Game Studios, Fanatics Betting and Gaming) alongside panel moderator Tony Plaskow (Commercial Director, Pixiu Gaming), will explore the essential tools companies require to effectively promote their products, foster loyalty, and achieve high player retention rates. Additionally, it will provide valuable insights and advice for game studios aiming to successfully launch their latest games.</p>

SBC Summit North America gets ready for the iGaming Track

SBC Summit North America gets ready for the iGaming Track - Bolavip US

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