1xBet and DSTGAMING earn dual shortlistings for major 2026 gaming awards
The companies were recognized for innovation and sports betting ahead of ceremonies in London and Dakar.
International betting brand 1xBet has been shortlisted for two categories at the EGR Operator Awards 2026, while technology provider DSTGAMING has earned two nominations for the SBWA+ Eventus Awards 2026. 1xBet is in the running for Innovator of the Year and Sports Betting Operator at the ceremony often called the "Oscars of iGaming." DSTGAMING is shortlisted for Supplier of the Year and Innovation of the Year ahead of the Sports Betting West Africa+ Summit. The dual nominations for each company highlight their focus on product development and technological infrastructure in competitive gaming markets.
The EGR Operator Awards evaluate originality, results, and the ability to reach new audiences for the Innovator of the Year category. The Sports Betting Operator category assesses the quality and development of a company's sportsbook offering. Deloitte oversees the voting process to ensure independence and transparency. A dedicated judging day is scheduled for shortlisted entrants, and the awards ceremony will be held on November 24 at the Roundhouse in London.
1xBet's nominations reflect platform developments including faster loading times, one-click betting, and enhanced security. Its infrastructure supports more than 1,000 events daily and 18,000 betting markets, with a Multi-LIVE feature for following multiple matches. The brand uses AI for personalized tools like Accumulator of the Day and Recommended, with hyper-personalized retention efforts reaching up to 90% of users. Its international partnerships include work with ESL, PGL, and MIBR in esports, and with FC Barcelona, PSG, LALIGA, and Serie A in sports.
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DSTGAMING's shortlistings recognize its role as a B2B igaming platform provider and its innovation in developing solutions for changing business needs. The company provides white-label and turnkey casino solutions, game aggregation, and payment solutions including crypto capabilities. Its platform ecosystem gives operators access to more than 100 game providers and over 10,000 games, alongside back-office functionality and fast API integration. "The nominations come amid continued engagement with operators and industry stakeholders across international markets, including Africa," the company said.
The SBWA+ Eventus Awards are particularly relevant as DSTGAMING prepares to participate in the Sports Betting West Africa+ Summit from October 14 to 16, 2026, at the King Fahd Palace Hôtel in Dakar, Senegal. The company will serve as the Main Entrance Sponsor at the event, which brings together professionals from the regional gaming market. DSTGAMING extended its thanks to the awards organizers and to its clients and partners for their collaboration. 1xBet's mobile apps for iOS and Android and a platform available in 73 languages support its global reach. The company stated that being shortlisted further confirms that technological innovation and advances in online sports betting remain key drivers of its international growth. The EGR Operator Awards feature more than 30 categories covering key segments of online gaming.