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Global Gaming Awards Americas 2026: Nominations are now open

Nominations are now officially open for the Global Gaming Awards Americas 2026, our flagship event recognizing the very best companies and individuals driving success across North and South America.

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The nominations window is now open and will run until June 26. 
The submission character limit has been increased to 1,500 characters.
New category for this year: Industry Influencer of the Year.

Widely regarded as the most prestigious and transparent awards in the industry, the Global Gaming Awards Americas celebrate excellence across the entire region, highlighting organizations that have demonstrated outstanding performance, innovation and impact in both established and emerging markets across the Americas. 

Companies are invited to put themselves forward by submitting a nomination via the official Global Gaming Awards website, outlining their achievements across North and/or South America over the past 12–18 months. In an exciting update for 2026, the submission character limit has been increased to 1,500 characters, giving nominees greater opportunity to showcase their accomplishments in detail. 

This year also introduces a brand-new categoryIndustry Influencer of the Year, recognizing individuals that are shaping the conversation and driving industry engagement. 

Mariya Savova, Marketing Director of Global Gaming Insider, commented: 
“The Americas continue to set the pace for innovation and competition in global gaming, with momentum coming from both North and South America. These Awards exist to recognise those making a genuine impact across the region, and we are delighted to open nominations once again for our flagship event. I look forward to seeing the innovation and success stories that define this year’s nominations.” 

The Global Gaming Awards Americas 2026 are powered by Global Gaming Insider and independently adjudicated by KPMG US, ensuring a rigorous, transparent and fair process. 

Interblock is the Lead Partner for the 2026 event, alongside Gold Sponsors Aristocrat Gaming, NOVOMATIC and Soft2Bet, and Silver Sponsors Spribe and Greentube. 

The winners will be announced in Las Vegas on Monday, September 28, during G2E. 

The nominations window is now open and will run until June 26.

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