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Nightrush Wins Bonus Comparison Affiliate of the Year at AffPapa iGaming Awards 2026

Madrid May 20th – Nightrush has won the Bonus Comparison Affiliate of the Year 2026 at the AffPapa iGaming Awards. The event was presented at the AffPapa Conference, which brought together the leading figures of the iGaming industry, including affiliates, operators, and B2B providers. The event presented awards in 40 different categories, making the ceremony both special and competitive.

Even though the Nightrush team could not be present in Madrid to receive the award, the win is still very much appreciated. We consider it a major achievement to come out on top of big names that competed with us in this category. In addition to being a great source of pride, it is a testament to all our hard work that we were recognised alongside numerous respected platforms.

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Updated: 11/06/2026

What the Awards Represent

The AffPapa iGaming Awards are organised by AffPapa, one of the most respected platforms for affiliate networking and the iGaming industry. The event is organised to highlight companies that demonstrate leadership, innovation, and substantial impact within the sector. Awards are presented in 40 categories, operator excellence, affiliate performance, B2B achievements, and exclusive leadership awards.

For the Nightrush team, winning the Bonus Comparison Affiliate of the Year Award is particularly meaningful, as it serves as a testament to the quality and trustworthiness of our content in a category where prestigious brands competed.

Celebrating All Winners Across Categories

The AffPapa iGaming Awards 2026 rewarded achievements across the iGaming industry, recognising excellence in operators, affiliates, B2B providers, and exclusive leadership categories. Here’s a full list of the winners that made this year’s awards truly memorable:

Operator Categories

  • Branding of the Year: 1WIN
  • Marketing of the Year: Big Betty Partners
  • Commission Offer of the Year: Celsius
  • Affiliate Program of the Year: LINEBET Partners
  • Crypto Casino of the Year: Jack.com
  • Casino Operator of the Year: MelBet
  • Sportsbook Operator of the Year: 22Bet
  • Crypto Casino Brand of the Year: FortuneJack
  • Bonus Offer of the Year: JoinAff
  • Rising Star Operator of the Year: Titans.net
  • Affiliate Management of the Year: Makeberry Affiliates
  • Multi-Brand Affiliate Program of the Year: 7StarsPartners
  • Affiliate Network of the Year: Nordic.Partners
  • Promo of the Year: FortuneJack
  • Conversion of the Year: Winandyou Partners

Affiliate Categories

  • Bonus Comparison Affiliate of the Year: Nightrush
  • Rising Star Affiliate of the Year: SlotCatalog
  • Crypto Affiliate of the Year: AskGamblers
  • Casino Affiliate of the Year: Casino Guru
  • Slots Review Affiliate of the Year: SlotsCalendar
  • Sportsbook Affiliate of the Year: Flashscore
  • Branding of the Year: SEOBROTHERS
  • Affiliate Media of the Year: Media 24
  • Quality Traffic of the Year: Traffic Lab

B2B Categories

  • Marketing Campaign of the Year: Broadway Platform
  • Rising Star Provider of the Year: Betable
  • Platform Provider of the Year: 01tech
  • Slots Provider of the Year: Amusnet
  • Game Provider of the Year: SPRIBE
  • Client Satisfaction of the Year: Notix.Games
  • Aggregator of the Year: Alea
  • Crash Game Provider of the Year: 100HP Gaming
  • Branding of the Year: Live Vegas
  • Affiliate System of the Year: ReferOn
  • Affiliate Intelligence of the Year: Nousviz
  • Agency of the Year: Socialtrend

Exclusive Categories

  • Best Employer of the Year: 01tech
  • Woman Leader of the Year: Erica Anderson (Income Access, A Paysafe Experience)
  • CEO of the Year: Ivan Kravchuk (Evoplay)
  • Affiliate Manager of the Year: Viktoria Kovach (50 Partners)

This wide range of winners speaks to the diversity and dynamism of the iGaming space.

Acknowledgement

We are fully aware that it is only through team work that we were recognised as the Bonus Comparison Affiliate of the Year. We would like to express our gratitude to the entire Nightrush team: those who write, analyse and edit content, and those who develop and improve our products. Each team member makes sure that the Nightrush brand remains trustworthy, and that’s what makes our reviews and recommendations reliable. Players trust us because they know we attribute the utmost importance to being accurate, transparent, and honest.

We would also like to express our appreciation for  the help and support of our industry partners, who provide us with the data, access, and collaboration that keep our content current and reliable.

Future Plans

At Nightrush, we are delighted to receive this award because it shows that we are on the right track. Our goal is to continue helping players make informed decisions when gaming online. The ultimate objective of our team is to make sure our readers get reliable and honest information they need about the European online gambling scene.

Olesea Naidon
Olesea Naidon
Brand Manager & Author
I lead Nightrush’s brand communication and community engagement, making sure our voice stays engaging, professional, and consistent across every platform. I represent Nightrush at industry events, moderate discussions, and speak with iGaming experts to share meaningful insights about our projects and the wider industry. My goal is to keep our community connected, informed, and inspired while ensuring Nightrush always stays ahead of the latest trends.