Payhound has been awarded Payment Solution of the Year at the SBC Awards Europe 2025. This is more than just a win. It is a moment that captures the progress we have made, the partnerships we have built, and the trust our clients have placed in our crypto payment solution.
The award ceremony was held in Malta, where Payhound laid its roots and where our story began. Winning in our home market makes this recognition even more meaningful for us. It is a testament to the work we have done locally, regionally and now globally to reshape how compliant crypto payments are managed in the iGaming space. Being acknowledged by peers and leaders in the industry, especially in what is known to be a competitive category, backs up our mission and values as a company.
That is why this award is a reflection of our team’s consistency, our partners’ ongoing support and the growing momentum around secure crypto payments in high-volume sectors like iGaming and affiliate marketing. Our solutions are used every day by businesses that need to move value quickly, securely and without unnecessary complexity. Payhound is designed to serve the needs of operators handling thousands of player deposits and to affiliate managers distributing payouts across different regions in what is known as cross-border payments.
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The iGaming industry has evolved significantly in recent years. As more users expect flexible, borderless payment options, the role of digital assets has become increasingly central. Stablecoins and crypto settlements are no longer ‘just another possible option’. They are becoming a core part of how forward-thinking operators and affiliates run their businesses.
For iGaming operators, speed and reliability are everything. Delays or manual processes in handling funds can lead to player churn, operational bottlenecks and increased risk. Payhound minimises, if not removes, these issues by automating the crypto-to-fiat conversion process and giving merchants immediate access to fiat once a transaction is completed. Our invoicing and deposit flow tools are tailored to how operators and platforms work, reducing the need for manual reconciliation and enabling scale.\
Affiliates face a different but equally complex challenge. Often working across multiple markets and time zones, affiliate managers need to handle regular payments with consistency and accuracy. Crypto makes sense for this model, but only if the right infrastructure is in place. Payhound ensures that affiliate payouts can be made instantly, in a compliant and traceable manner. Whether in crypto or fiat, every transfer is supported by tools that make the process smooth for both the sender and the receiver.
This award also highlights the trust we have earned from our partners and clients. It is widely known that payments involve sensitive processes. To operate effectively in this space, it is a must that a company has to have a strong foundation in security, licensing and compliance. Payhound is regulated by the Malta Financial Services Authority and adheres to rigorous data security standards including ISO 27001. Our infrastructure is designed to meet the highest expectations of financial integrity, allowing our clients to operate confidently even in complex regulatory environments.
The recognition from the SBC Awards also comes at a time when crypto payment infrastructure is gaining broader attention beyond iGaming. While this sector remains central to our mission, we are also seeing increased interest from adjacent industries such as luxury, travel and private wealth. The need to move digital assets efficiently and convert them seamlessly to fiat is not limited to one type of business. It is a universal challenge for any organisation dealing with cross border flows and high value crypto transactions.
This award is not the end of a chapter. It is a reminder of why we started and what still lies ahead.
To everyone who has been part of our journey so far, thank you. We look forward to continuing to deliver trusted, efficient and secure payment solutions as the industry continues to evolve.
Q: What award did Payhound win at the SBC Awards Europe 2025?
A: Payhound won Payment Solution of the Year at the SBC Awards Europe 2025.
Q: Where did the SBC Awards Europe 2025 ceremony take place?
A: The award ceremony was held in Malta, which is also where Payhound’s operations began and are currently rooted.
Q: What industries does Payhound primarily serve with its crypto payment solutions?
A: Payhound primarily serves the iGaming and affiliate marketing sectors, and is also seeing increasing interest from adjacent industries like luxury, travel, and private wealth.
Q: How does Payhound simplify crypto transactions for iGaming operators?
A: Payhound automates the crypto-to-fiat conversion process, providing iGaming merchants immediate access to fiat. Their invoicing and deposit flow tools reduce manual reconciliation and enable scalability, minimizing delays and operational bottlenecks.
Q: How does Payhound support affiliate managers with payouts?
A: Payhound enables affiliate managers to make instant, compliant, and traceable payouts in both crypto and fiat, providing the necessary infrastructure for efficient cross-market payments.
Q: Is Payhound a regulated financial entity, and what security standards do they adhere to?
A: Yes, Payhound is a licensed and regulated Virtual Financial Assets (VFA) Service Provider under a Class 3 VFA License by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA). They also adhere to rigorous data security standards, including ISO 27001 certification.
Q: Why is this award significant for Payhound?
A: This award reflects Payhound's team consistency, partner support, and the growing momentum of crypto payments in high-volume sectors. It backs up their mission and values, validating their progress and trusted position in the industry, especially in a competitive category.
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