Malta’s Gaming Excellence Awards Announce 2024 Winners

The industry-shaping Malta’s Gaming Excellence Awards (MiGEA) were held on June 21, 2024, at the prestigious Grand Master’s Hall, Hilton, Portomaso.

MiGEA have previously been referred to as the ‘Oscars of Gaming’, such is the prestigiousness of the accolades, which honour outstanding achievements and innovations in the gaming sector.

They hand out the awards that every developer and operator desire to win , but only a few were able to claim a trophy.

It was a monumental night for Peter and Sons, who won both Best Start-Up and Best Gaming Supplier in the same year, demonstrating just how far they have come in such a short period of time.

There were also notable awards for the prominent iGaming companies Pragmatic Play and Hacksaw Gaming - two providers that have been dominating the scene with some innovative mechanics and new formats.

Here are some of the highlights:

• Best Gaming Casino Supplier of the Year: Peter and Sons / Playson Ltd
• Best Start-Up Company of the Year: Peter and Sons
• Best Gaming Company of the Year: Pragmatic Play
• Best Online Industry Achiever of the Year: Gaming 1
• Best Online Slots & RNG Games: Hacksaw Gaming
• Outstanding Provider of Online Casino Tech of the Year Award: Pascal Gaming

The red carpet was rolled out for an extravagant evening suitable for an awards dinner of this scale.

World-renowned Italian tenor Luca Minnelli performed the talent in what was a highlight of the night, but - as is always the case at these types of events - much of the focus was on networking.

These events gather industry professionals, experts and enthusiasts from all over the world, providing a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and establish valuable business relationships.

There was no better setting than the glamorous Portomaso venue, situated on top of a luxurious Maltese harbour.

As is customary for these types of events, there were some good causes to benefit from the occasion.

Proceeds from the event supported the Dynamic Events CSR Foundation’s various charitable projects.

A significant amount of money was raised.

How does one adequately recognise the craft of their peers? What’s more valuable than word of mouth?

Winners received a MiGEA trophy, an accredited certificate, but most importantly, extensive PR coverage through press releases and social media.

Reputation and credibility carries immense importance in iGaming, and the winners will have advanced the fortunes of their business considerably.

The iGaming industry is constantly evolving and growing, with new technologies, trends, and players emerging every day. Therefore, it is essential for businesses and individuals within the industry to continually innovate and strive for excellence in their respective fields.

The way the industry can keep learning and moving forward together in a gradual race for the top is through awards nights such as these.

By promoting healthy competition among businesses and individuals, the industry is encouraging growth and development.