Semi finalists



Reaching the semi-finals is a true mark of distinction, representing the cultural vanguard of the creator economy. Every individual and organisation listed here has been rigorously vetted by our expert jury for their impact, artistry, and professional excellence.

The list of semifinalist candidates will be announced on 12 May 2026


A RIGOROUS & INDEPENDENT SELECTION


Our judging panel comprises the most respected figures in the digital ecosystem. These industry leaders dedicate their expertise to a comprehensive three-stage evaluation process to ensure only the most impactful entries progress to this stage.

How we ensure total integrity:

Expert Evaluation: We appoint a new, independent panel of accredited professionals each year to provide a fresh and
objective review.

Ethics & Confidentiality: All judges are bound by strict confidentiality agreements. They are required to declare any conflicts of interest and must stand aside from deliberations in any category where they have a professional connection.

Robust Debate: On our annual Judging Day, the panel engages in lively discussion to measure every entry against our exacting criteria and high

Our Process


Our goal is to provide a robust and transparent judging journey that offers clarity and confidence to all entrants.

Stage 1: Technical Review Once submitted, entries are checked by our independent awards team to ensure all criteria have been met and factual information is correct.

Stage 2: Expert Scoring Entries that pass the initial review are opened to our category judges. Scoring is carried out independently and confidentially via our secure online portal.

Stage 3: The Semi-finalist Milestone Scores are collated to determine the top contenders in each category. These successful entrants are then officially announced as our Semi-finalists.

Stage 4: The Path to the Finals Following further deliberation, the panel will select the Finalists who will join us at the London Gala to compete for the ultimate honours.

 
The Judging Summary

  • Expert Allocation: Judges are assigned to specific panels based on their professional expertise, ensuring that all entries are reviewed by specialists while strictly avoiding any potential conflicts of interest.
  • Criteria-Led Scoring: The panel evaluates each entrant against the specific benchmarks and requirements of their respective category.
  • Verification & Collation: Once individual scores are submitted, the event team collates the data for formal review.
  • Quality Assurance: All results are sent to the Judging Coordinator, who meticulously verifies the scores to ensure accuracy and procedural integrity.
  • Determining the Winner: The highest-scoring entrant in each category is officially declared the winner. 
 

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HAVE YOU SEEN THE FINALISTS?

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THE ROAD TO EXCELLENCE

01

Tue 03 Mar 2026
Pre-Launch Party

02

Mon 23 Mar 2026
Launch Party

03

Wed 22 Apr 2026
Shortlist Announcement

04

Mon 23 Mar 2026
Open for Public Voting

05

Tue 12 May 2026
Semi Finalist Announcement

06

Mon 01 Jun 2026
Finalist Announcement

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