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MGA signs MoU with the Swedish Gambling Authority

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and the Spelinspektionen (the Swedish Gambling Authority) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the purposes of enhanced cooperation between the two authorities in furtherance of the authorities’ public policy objectives and mutually common values. The aim of this MoU is to facilitate on-going close communications between the two authorities, and to support effective […]

Dutch regulator increases fines for illegal online gambling

Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has moved to increase its fines for unlicensed online gambling activities in the country, after saying the previous penalties were not “terrifying” enough. Operators that breach national regulations could now face a starting fine of €200,000 (£171,200/$227,600), up from the previous penalty of €150,000. KSA said this amount will be […]

Malta leads on cryptoassets regulation while EU ponders

As the European Commission ponders whether the European Union needs rules for cryptoassets and trading in virtual currencies, EU states are moving ahead with their own regulations, with the smallest of them, Malta, leading the pack. The risks of investing in the industry were made clear last year when Bitcoin, the most successful cryptocurrency, lost […]

UKGC considers RGSB recommendations on new strategy

The UK Gambling Commission has welcomed the recommendations from the Responsible Gambling Strategy Board (RGSB) on the new national strategy, which intends to prevent gambling harms. UKGC is likely to publish the new strategy in April. The RGSB, which advises the commission independently, has offered a range of recommendations on what the priorities to reduce gambling harm […]

Britain Tightens Rules for Age Verification in Online Gambling

Britain is getting more strict with its age verification rules for online gambling, so as to prevent underage children from engaging in gambling activities. Now, online gambling sites are required to thoroughly verify the identities of each and every one of their customers before they can deposit funds into their accounts or before they can […]

New rules to make online gambling in Britain fairer and safer

The Gambling Commission has today announced new rules which online operators must follow to make gambling safer and fairer. The new rules, which follow an open consultation, will ensure operators verify customers’ age and identity details faster which will benefit consumers. Until now, online gambling businesses have been allowed 72 hours to carry out age verification checks. […]

MGA commits to support the All-In Diversity Project

The All-in Diversity Project, an industry-driven initiative that aims to benchmark diversity, equality and inclusion in the global gaming sector, is proud to welcome one of the world’s leading gaming regulators as a Strategic Partner. The MGA, one of the first jurisdictions to embrace online gaming and continue to keep pace with new technology […]

More companies intending to start operation in Malta

The Malta Gaming Authority has received more than 20 applications from new gaming companies to start the licensing process in order to operate from Malta, according to Parliamentary Secretary Silvio Schembri. Speaking at the 2019 edition of ICE London, Mr Schembri said ICE London was the perfect platform for Malta to showcase itself as the ‘home of […]

Turkey starts monstrous illegal online gambling chase

The government of Turkey has started a nationwide illegal online gambling crackdown, even as its search for a new technology partner for the functioning of state-run sports betting is on. The Cybercrime Division Branch of the Istanbul Security Directorate conducted simultaneous raids across 40 provinces.

Gambling Commission sounds warning to industry over non-disclosure clauses

The Gambling Commission has launched an investigation into the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in operators’ settlements with customers after claiming they could breach licence conditions. Guidance released by the regulator states NDAs should not result in consumers feeling that they cannot notify the Commission, other regulators or law enforcement agencies of conduct which might […]