Curitiba will host an unprecedented celebration of digital communication in the country: the Brasil Publisher Awards (BPA), a national award dedicated to recognizing the best websites, publishers and digital portals in the country, which will take place on December 2nd at the Hard Rock Cafe Curitiba.
The event will bring together major names and innovative initiatives from the sector. Promoted by the National Publishers Association of Brazil (ANPB) and co-organized by ad tech PremiumAds, the BPA aims to highlight the relevance and transformative impact that websites, especially regional ones, have on communication and Brazilian society.
Recognition of impact and quality
The Brazil Publisher Awards received over 100 submissions from across the country, a significant milestone for an award in its first edition. Publishers and portals from 23 states registered, highlighting the diversity and strength of the digital market in Brazil, as well as emphasizing the broad reach and importance of this initiative at the national level.
"The finalists stand out for promoting education, engagement, and social transformation, directly contributing to their communities," comments Marcelo Petrelli, president of the National Publishers Association of Brazil (ANPB).
The participants were evaluated based on criteria that go far beyond quantitative metrics such as pageviews and followers. The analysis of approximately 30 jurors focused on the quality of the content, the positive impact generated, the contribution to the population, and the sustainability of the adopted practices.
“The awards will not only celebrate the best in the market, but will also contribute to strengthening the sector, highlighting the importance of plural and diverse media throughout the country”, highlights Riadis Dornelles, vice president of ANPB.
The finalists competed in eleven categories, covering different niches. Each participant presented a defensive piece that highlighted their performance and relevance, going beyond specific cases, focusing on innovative projects or broad defenses, with up to three finalists each.
The category that recognizes websites that stand out for providing relevant and reliable information to their local communities received submissions from 17 states in Brazil, with more than 45 sites among them.
Some finalists in the best state news site category include portals such as:
- Northeast Diary –diariodonordeste.verdesmares.com.br
- Meanwhile in Goiás –enquantoissoemgoias.com
- ScenarioMT –cenariomt.com.br
- Gazetaweb –gazetaweb.com
- Inside Minas –pordentrodeminas.com.br
- RIC – ric.com.br
- Plural Newspaper –plural.jor.br
- Paraiba News Portal –noticiaparaiba.com.br
- People's Mail –correiodopovo.com.br
- ND Plus –ndmais.com.br
- ABCdoABC –abcdoabc.com.br
All finalists in this category will be announced on ANPB’s communication channels –.instagram.com/anpb_nacional/andlinkedin.com/company/anpb.
Best automotive website
The category celebrates portals that stand out in the automotive universe, covering content on cars, motorcycles, electric vehicles and innovations in mobility.
Finalistas:
- AutoPapo –autopapo.com.br
- Auto Plus –automaistv.com.br
Best entertainment website
Platforms that captivate the audience with creative, diverse, and interesting content. From cultural trends to news in the art world, these portals offer moments of leisure and reflection.
Finalistas:
- Hey Nerd! – einerd.com.br
- Sao Paulo for Childrensaopauloparacriancas.com.br
- I Have More Records Than Friends –tenhomaisdiscosqueamigos.com
Best Sports Website
Portals that ignite fans' passion and connect readers to their favorite sports, not only informing but also thrilling supporters with in-depth analyses and inspiring stories.
Finalistas:
- Jumper Brazil –jumperbrasil.com.br
- Web Volei –webvolei.com.br
- StoveNET –fogaonet.com
Best economics and/or finance website
Platforms that empower people to make more informed financial decisions and understand the impact of the global economy on their daily lives.
Finalistas:
- SpaceMoney – spacemoney.com.br
- Piauí Business –piauinegocios.com.br
- Online Shipping –remessaonline.com.br/blog
Best gaming site
Sites that bring news, analysis and trends, connecting the public to the world of electronic games.
Finalistas:
- ND Games – ndgames.com.br
- MeuPlayStation – meups.com.br
- Gameplayscassi – gameplayscassi.com.br
Best health and/or wellness website
Portals that directly impact the construction of a healthier and more conscious society and that are dedicated to promoting quality of life and well-being, offering relevant content on physical and mental health.
Finalists:
- My Health Protest –minhasaude.proteste.org.br
- Sport Life – sportlife.com.br
Best technology website
Platforms that highlight trends, products and insights that show how technology transforms our everyday lives.
Finalistas:
- starten.tech – starten.tech
- TechShake – techshake.com
Best national news site
This category celebrates websites that offer comprehensive and accurate coverage of events in Brazil, promoting highly relevant debates.
Finalistas:
- The Antagonist –oantagonista.com.br
- NE9 –ne9.com.br
- ICL News –iclnoticias.com.br
Best astrology website
These sites connect readers to the mysteries of the cosmos, promoting reflection and entertainment for an audience passionate about the subject.
Finalistas:
- John Bidu –joaobidu.com.br
- Sidereal Horoscope –horoscoposideral.com.br
Best recipe site
These portals offer creative and practical recipes, as well as tips that make the gastronomic experience even richer and more enjoyable.
Finalistas:
- Recipe Every Timereceitatodahora.com.br
- Recipe shop –receiteria.com.br
- Good Recipe –receitadaboa.com.br
The winners will be revealed on a night that promises to go down in the history of Brazilian digital communication. The award reflects a whole year of planning and collaboration, sponsored by renowned companies such as MGID and TRUVID, and supported strategically by ShowHeroes, Seedtag, Media Office, and Adrenalead.
“Adrenalead is proud to support the Publisher Brasil Awards, as it believes in strengthening the digital ecosystem and recognizing the innovative work of Brazilian publishers, encouraging the development of quality content and boosting the media market in the country,” Manuela Magalhães, Country Manager Brazil at Adrenalead.
The Brazil Publisher Awards is an initiative of the National Publishers Association of Brazil (ANPB), a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening and amplifying the voice of publishers in the country's digital media ecosystem.
Since its founding, ANPB has actively worked to unite brands, agencies, and websites across the entire country, promoting the growth and appreciation of the digital market.
The association, in addition to supporting innovation, recognizes the importance of highlighting Brazil's cultural and regional diversity, with a focus on strengthening local publishers and ensuring that communities in all regions have access to relevant, ethical and high-quality content.
