Nightrush Shortlisted in Five Categories at Hipther Baltic & Nordics Gaming Awards 2026
May 2026 – We are proud to announce that our team has been shortlisted in five impressive categories at the Baltic & Nordics Gaming Awards 2026 by Hipther. These categories and recognitions highlight our team’s continued dedication to quality, innovation, and providing players with trustworthy insights across the iGaming landscape.
The Baltic & Nordics region is one of the most technologically advanced and competitive iGaming hubs in Europe. Being shortlisted here means competing with top-tier international companies and talents, reflecting the quality, innovation, and impact of Nightrush’s work. The nominations were determined through a thorough process involving a panel of industry experts and voting, ensuring that only companies demonstrating real innovation and measurable influence were recognised.
Hipther Baltic & Nordics Gaming Awards Shortlist for Nightrush
Our company has been recognised in the following categories:
- Rising Star in Casino Technology
- Industry Impact Award
- Baltic & Nordics Rising Star in iGaming
- Baltic & Nordics Innovator of the Year
Also, our Brand Manager, Olesea Naidion, is nominated for Baltic & Nordics iGaming Leader of the Year, 2026.
Reflecting on the nomination, Olesea said:
“This recognition is a testament to the achievements of the entire Nightrush team. Our focus has always been on delivering accurate, player-focused insights and trustworthy content. Being shortlisted motivates us to continue raising the bar for players and partners across Europe.”
Momentum in 2026
These nominations are part of an impressive start to the year 2026. Earlier in 2026, we were awarded Best Affiliate in CEE at the Gaming Tech Awards. This award reflected our hard work on delivering reputable, player-focused insights across Central and Eastern Europe and proved our reputation as a trusted voice for players and affiliates. Shortly after, we won Bonus Comparison Affiliate of the Year at the AffPapa iGaming Awards, which once again substantiated the depth, accuracy, and clarity of our content.
All these awards together demonstrate that Nightrush is not just a “one-off success”, but a platform regularly delivering high-quality reviews, hands-on guidance, and industry-leading insights; overall, a company that puts players’ experience first. These awards prove our team’s competence to adapt, innovate, and set benchmarks in the highly competitive, fast-evolving iGaming landscape. Now, this momentum carries into the Baltic and Nordic markets, reinforcing our credibility and influence across Europe.
The Countdown to the Awards
The Baltic & Nordics Gaming Awards ceremony took place in Tallinn, Estonia, on the evening of 2 June 2026, bringing together leading operators, affiliates, and providers from across Europe. This year, the event was sponsored by Amusnet Gaming, a well-known slots provider with innovative games and reliable platforms.
Throughout the event, the focus was on celebrating the best of the industry, from cutting-edge casino technology to strategies that improve player experiences and ensure security, as well as compliance.
The evening was a gathering of Europe’s top operators, affiliates, and providers, and Nightrush enjoyed getting a first-hand look into the innovations and achievements that are shaping the future of iGaming.
Final Thoughts
Our team is proud of all the nominations secured at the Hipther Baltic & Nordics Gaming Awards, which were presented in Tallinn on 2 June 2026, recognising the industry’s leading operators, affiliates, and innovators. These nominations highlight the impact that drives the sector forward, and we are excited to participate in the same industry as the companies and teams that are setting new standards for player experience, technology, and engagement.
