Curitiba will be the stage for a unique 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 figures and innovative initiatives from the sector. Organized by the National Association of Publishers of Brazil (ANPB) and co-hosted by ad tech PremiumAds, BPA aims to highlight the relevance and transformative impact that websites, particularly regional ones, have on Brazilian communication and society.
Recognition for 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, demonstrating the diversity and strength of the digital market in Brazil, as well as highlighting the broad reach and importance of this national-level initiative.
"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 in Brazil (ANPB).
Participants were evaluated based on 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 also contribute to the strengthening of the sector, highlighting the importance of a plural and diversified media throughout the country," says 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 trustworthy information to their local communities received entries from 17 states in Brazil, with over 45 websites among them.
Some finalists in the category of best state news website include portals such as:
- Diário do Nordeste - diariodonordeste.verdesmares.com.br
- Meanwhile in Goiás - meanwhileingoias.com
- CenárioMT - cenariomt.com.br
- Gazetaweb - gazetaweb.com
- Inside Minas - pordentrodeminas.com.br
- RIC - ric.com.br
- Plural Newspaper - plural.jor.br
- News Portal 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
The category celebrates portals that stand out in the automotive world, covering content about cars, motorcycles, electric vehicles, and innovations in mobility.
Finalists:
- AutoPapo - autopapo.com.br
- Auto Plus - automaistv.com.br
Best entertainment website
Platforms that capture the audience with creative, diverse, and interesting contents. From cultural trends to news from the art world, these portals provide moments of leisure and reflection.
Finalists:
- Hey Nerd! - einmard.com.br
- São Paulo for Kids saopauloparacriancas.com.br
- I Have More Records than Friends - I have more records than friends.com
Best sports website
Portals that spark fans' passion and connect readers to their favorite sports, not only providing information but also stirring emotions with in-depth analyses and inspirational stories.
Finalists:
- Jumper Brasil - jumperbrasil.com.br
- Web Volleyball - webvolei.com.br
- StoveNET - fogaonet.com
Best economics and/or finance website.
Platforms that empower people to make more conscious financial decisions and to understand the impact of the global economy on daily life.
Finalists:
- SpaceMoney - spacemoney.com.br
- Piauí Business - piauinegocios.com.br
- Transfer Online - remessaonline.com.br/blog
Best gaming website
Websites that bring news, reviews, and trends, connecting the audience to the world of electronic gaming.
Finalists:
- ND Games - ndgames.com.br
- MyPlayStation - meups.com.br
- Gameplayscassi - gameplayscassi.com.br
Best health and/or wellness website
Websites that have a direct impact on building a healthier and more conscious society and are dedicated to promoting quality of life and well-being by offering relevant content on physical and mental health.
Finalists:
- My Health Protest - myhealth.proteste.org.br
- Sport Life - sportlife.com.br
Best technology website
Platforms that highlight trends, products, and insights that show how technology is transforming our daily lives.
Finalists:
- starten.tech - starten.tech
- TechShake - techshake.com
Best national news website
This category celebrates websites that provide comprehensive and accurate coverage of events in Brazil, fostering debates of great relevance.
Finalists:
- The Antagonist - the antogonista.com.br
- NE9 - ne9.com.br
- ICL News - iclnovicias.com.br
Best astrology website
These websites connect readers to the mysteries of the cosmos, promoting reflections and entertainment for an audience passionate about the subject.
Finalists:
- Translate from pt to en: João Bidu – joaobidu.com.br
- Sidereal Horoscope - horoscoposideral.com.br
Best recipe website
These portals offer creative and practical recipes, as well as tips that make the gastronomic experience even richer and more enjoyable.
Finalists:
- Recipe Anytime receitatodahora.com.br
- Receiteria - receiteria.com.br
- Recipe of the Good - 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 has the strategic support of ShowHeroes, Seedtag, Escritório de Mídia, and Adrenalead.
"Adrenalead is proud to support the Publisher Brasil Awards, as we believe 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 Association of Publishers of Brazil (ANPB), a non-profit entity dedicated to strengthening and amplifying the voice of publishers in the country's digital media ecosystem.
Since its foundation, the ANPB has actively worked to bring brands, agencies, and websites together across the national territory, promoting growth and appreciation of the digital market.
The association, besides supporting innovation, acknowledges the importance of highlighting the cultural and regional diversity of Brazil, focusing on strengthening local publishers and ensuring that communities from all regions have access to relevant, ethical, and high-quality content.
