Curitiba will host an unprecedented celebration of digital communication in the country: the Brazil Publisher Awards (BPA), a national award dedicated to recognizing the best websites, publishers, and digital portals in the country, will take place on December 2nd at the Hard Rock Cafe Curitiba.
The event will bring together leading names and innovative initiatives in the sector. Promoted by the National Association of Publishers of Brazil (ANPB) and co-organized by the ad tech company PremiumAds, BPA seeks 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 entries from across the country, a significant milestone for an award in its first edition. Publishers and portals from 23 states applied, 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, contributing directly to their communities,” comments Marcelo Petrelli, president of the National Association of Publishers of Brazil (ANPB).
The participants were evaluated using criteria that go far beyond quantitative metrics, such as pageviews and followers. The analysis by the approximately 30 judges focused on the quality of the content, the positive impact generated, the contribution to the population, and the sustainability of the practices adopted.
“The award will not only celebrate the best in the market, but will also contribute to strengthening the sector, highlighting the importance of a plural and diverse media throughout the country,” emphasizes Riadis Dornelles, vice-president of ANPB.
The finalists competed in eleven categories, covering different niches. Each participant presented a defense piece that highlighted their performance and relevance, going beyond specific cases to focus on innovative projects or broad defenses, with up to three finalists each.
The category, which recognizes websites that stand out for offering relevant and reliable information to their local communities, received entries from 17 Brazilian states, with more than 45 websites among them.
Some finalists in the best state news website category include portals such as:
- Diário do Nordeste – diariodonordeste.verdesmares.com.br
- Meanwhile in Goiás – enquantoissoemgoias.com
- CenárioMT – cenariomt.com.br
- Gazetaweb – gazetaweb.com
- Inside Minas Gerais – pordentrodeminas.com.br
- RIC – ric.com.br
- Plural Newspaper – plural.jor.br
- Portal Notícia Paraíba – noticiaparaiba.com.br
- Correio do Povo – correiodopovo.com.br
- ND Mais – ndmais.com.br
- ABCdoABC – abcdoabc.com.br
All finalists in this category will be announced on ANPB's communication channels – instagram.com/anpb_nacional/ and linkedin.com/company/anpb .
Best automotive website
This category celebrates websites that stand out in the automotive world, covering content about cars, motorcycles, electric vehicles, and innovations in mobility.
Finalists:
- AutoPapo – autopapo.com.br
- Auto Mais – automaistv.com.br
Best entertainment website
Platforms that captivate audiences with creative, varied, and interesting content. From cultural trends to news from the art world, these portals offer moments of leisure and reflection.
Finalists:
- Hey Nerd! – einerd.com.br
- São Paulo for Children saopauloparacriancas.com.br
- I Have More Records Than Friends – tenhomaisdiscosqueamigos.com
Best sports website
Portals that ignite the passion of fans and connect readers to their favorite sports, not only informing but also thrilling fans with in-depth analysis and inspiring stories.
Finalists:
- Jumper Brasil – jumperbrasil.com.br
- Web Volêi – webvolei.com.br
- FogãoNET – fogaonet.com
Best website for economics and/or finance.
Platforms that empower people to make more informed financial decisions and understand the impact of the global economy on their daily lives.
Finalists:
- SpaceMoney – spacemoney.com.br
- Piauí Negócios – piauinegocios.com.br
- Remessa Online – remessaonline.com.br/blog
Best gaming website
Websites that bring news, analysis and trends, connecting the public to the world of electronic games.
Finalists:
- ND Games – ndgames.com.br
- MeuPlayStation – meuups.com.br
- Gameplayscassi – gameplayscassi.com.br
Best health and/or wellness website
Portals that have a direct impact on building 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 showing how technology transforms our daily lives.
Finalists:
- starten.tech – starten.tech
- TechShake – techshake.com
Best national news website
This category celebrates websites that offer comprehensive and accurate coverage of events in Brazil, promoting highly relevant debates.
Finalists:
- The Antagonist – oantagonista.com.br
- NE9 – ne9.com.br
- ICL News – iclnoticias.com.br
Best astrology website
These websites connect readers to the mysteries of the cosmos, promoting reflection and entertainment for an audience passionate about the subject.
Finalists:
- João Bidu – joaobidu.com.br
- Sidereal Horoscope – horoscopesideral.com.br
Best recipe website
These websites offer creative and practical recipes, as well as tips that make the gastronomic experience even richer and more enjoyable.
Finalists:
- Recipe All the Time receitatodahora.com.br
- Receiteria – 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 awards ceremony reflects a full year of planning and collaboration, and is sponsored by renowned companies such as MGID and TRUVID, with strategic support from ShowHeroes, Seedtag, Escritório de Mídia, 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,” said Manuela Magalhães, Country Manager Brazil of Adrenalead.
The Brazil Publisher Awards is an initiative of the National Association of Publishers 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 been actively working to unite brands, agencies, and websites across the 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, focusing on strengthening local publishers and ensuring that communities from all regions have access to relevant, ethical, and high-quality content.
