SiGMA Hall of Game 2025: Italy’s Leaders Take Centre Stage in Rome: Under the cinematic lights of Rome’s legendary Cinecittà Studios, the B2G SiGMA Central Europe Awards 2025 unfolded as a celebration of Italy’s most influential figures in gaming. The Hall of Game Awards, now in its second year, honoured those who have set new standards of excellence, responsibility, and innovation within Italy’s regulated gaming landscape.
Recognising Legacy, Leadership, and Progress
The Hall of Game serves as a platform for acknowledging the individuals whose actions have defined the evolution of gaming – from policy architects and regulators to innovators shaping the industry’s next chapter. These honours not only celebrate past contributions but also spotlight the principles of fairness, transparency, and collaboration that guide gaming’s sustainable growth across Europe.
Each award represents a testament to how vision and accountability continue to influence one of Italy’s most dynamic and tightly regulated sectors.
Celebrating Italy’s Influential Honourees
This year’s honourees brought together a diverse mix of journalism, entrepreneurship, governance, and innovation.
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Fabio Felici, the driving force behind AGIMEG, was recognised for his commitment to transparency and his role in elevating Italy’s gaming media landscape. His insightful reporting has shaped how both policymakers and the public engage with gambling regulation.
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Maurizio Ughi, the pioneering founder of Snai, helped steer Italy toward a legal sports betting framework, championing a vision that prioritised legality, public revenue, and consumer protection.
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Domenico Distante, long-time leader of Sapar, continues to advocate for the importance of SMEs in the national gaming sector. His enduring influence in legislative reforms ensures that smaller operators have a fair voice in policy development.
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Alex Riddick, founder and CEO of PIN-UP Partners, was celebrated as a forward-thinking global strategist. His work redefining affiliate networks and digital engagement showcases the creative side of modern iGaming.
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Pier Paolo Baretta, former Undersecretary at the Ministry of Economy, delivered a heartfelt video message reflecting on the balance between regulation and freedom. His leadership in shaping Italy’s gambling laws remains a cornerstone for responsible gaming policy.
A Night to Remember
With its blend of elegance and purpose, the evening at Cinecittà offered an atmosphere both celebratory and reflective. Policymakers, executives, and innovators gathered to honour those whose efforts uphold integrity across the gaming ecosystem. Guests enjoyed fine dining and a spirited charity auction in support of the SiGMA Foundation, which channels industry recognition into real-world social change.
The event’s tone reminded attendees that true innovation thrives under structure and accountability – the very qualities embodied by the honourees themselves.
Rome’s Lasting Impression
As the awards concluded, one message stood clear: regulation empowers, rather than restricts, innovation. The Hall of Game Central Europe 2025 reaffirmed that responsible oversight and creative ambition can coexist, creating a gaming landscape built on trust and shared values.
Elegant, purposeful, and forward-looking, the event once again demonstrated why SiGMA’s awards remain among the most anticipated celebrations in the global iGaming calendar.
For more details about the Hall of Game and full coverage from SiGMA Central Europe 2025, visit the SiGMA website.
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