Malta has emerged as a significant player in cross-border settlements, leveraging its strategic location and robust financial infrastructure to facilitate international trade and finance. As Europe continues to evolve economically, Malta's innovative regulatory framework and advanced digital payment systems position it advantageously, attracting businesses and investors looking for efficient cross-border transaction solutions. This blog post researchs into Malta's unique advantages and its role within the broader context of European finance, highlighting the factors that have propelled its growth in this dynamic sector. Malta's Strategic Geographical Advantage The Gateway to Europe and North......
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Finance News, iGaming News
August 14, 2025
Rank Group FY2025 revenue rises 11% on casino reforms
The Rank Group has reported robust financial results for the fiscal year ending 30 June 2025, posting an 11% increase in like-for-like net gaming revenue (NGR) to £795.3 million ($1.07...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 13, 2025
Evoke reports £888m H1 2025 revenue amid profit surge
Evoke (LSE: EVOK) has reported strong financial results for the first half of 2025, posting group revenue of £887.8 million ($1.2 billion), marking a 3% year-on-year increase. On a constant...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 12, 2025
Catena Media reports EBITDA growth in Q2 2025
Catena Media, a leading affiliate marketing company in the iGaming sector, has published its financial results for the second quarter (Q2) and first half (H1) of 2025. The figures reveal...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 12, 2025
Entain reports strong growth in first half of 2025
Entain Plc has reported strong financial and operational results for the first half of 2025, declaring that its performance has surpassed market expectations. The company, a major global player in...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 8, 2025
How Malta became a global hub for online gambling and fintech
With its strategic location in the Mediterranean, Malta has established itself as a leading hub for online gambling and fintech industries. The country's forward-thinking regulatory framework and commitment to innovation...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 7, 2025
Super Group Q2 2025 Results: Revenue Hits $579M
Super Group, the global online gaming and betting company behind prominent brands such as Betway, Sportingbet, and Spin, has announced its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 7, 2025
Light & Wonder Q2 2025 revenue hits $809M, iGaming rises
Light & Wonder has released its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, reporting revenue of $809 million. Although this marks a slight year-on-year decline of 1%,...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 7, 2025
Golden Matrix Reports Record Q2 2025 Revenue and Global Growth
Golden Matrix Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GMGI), a developer and operator of global online gaming platforms, has reported a record-breaking performance for the second quarter of 2025. The company announced significant...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 6, 2025
Inspired Entertainment revenue grows 7% in Q2 2025
Inspired Entertainment has published its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, reporting a strong 7% increase in total revenue year-on-year, reaching $80.3 million. The latest figures underscore the...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 6, 2025
Genius Sports boosts 2025 forecast after strong Q2 results
Genius Sports, a global provider of sports data, technology and streaming solutions, has published its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, revealing a robust performance across its core...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 6, 2025
Sportradar Raises 2025 Forecast After Record Q2 Revenue
Sportradar Group AG, a global provider of sports data, content, and betting technology solutions, has revised its full-year 2025 forecast upward following the release of record financial results for the...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 6, 2025
ZEAL Reports 76% EBITDA Surge Amid Strong 2025 Growth
ZEAL Network SE, a prominent licensed operator of online lottery and gaming services in Germany, has announced robust financial and operational results for the first six months of 2025. Despite...
Finance News
August 5, 2025
Crypto insolvencies reveal gaps in Maltese custody protections
With the rise of cryptocurrency insolvencies, recent events have highlighted significant deficiencies in the custodial protections afforded to investors in Malta. As global interest in digital assets surges, the need...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 4, 2025
Spain gambling rises 20% after welcome bonuses return
In 2024, Spain recorded a notable surge in online gambling engagement, with participation levels rising by 20% compared to the previous year. This growth, which brought the total number of...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 4, 2025
Lottomatica sees 21% H1 growth driven by online gains
Italian gaming giant Lottomatica Group has reported robust financial results for the first half of 2025, showcasing a strong upward trend in both revenue and profitability. The company announced a...
Finance News
August 4, 2025
Fintech ambitions collide with EU AML directives
Just as the fintech sector demonstrates unprecedented growth and innovation, European Union Anti-Money Laundering (AML) directives impose stringent regulations that challenge these aspirations. This blog post explores the complexities of...
Finance News
August 2, 2025
Behind the scenes at GFIU – tracing money mule networks
Just as the financial world becomes more digital, the tactics used by criminals evolve, leading to the rise of money mule networks. At the General Financial Intelligence Unit (GFIU), dedicated...
Finance News, iGaming News
August 1, 2025
Playtech expects €90M EBITDA in first half of 2025
Playtech plc, a prominent technology provider in the gambling and financial trading industries, has announced a trading update projecting adjusted EBITDA of at least €90 million for the first half...
Finance News, iGaming News
July 31, 2025
Entain cuts loan interest costs by £10m through refinancing
Entain plc, a leading global betting and gaming group, has undertaken significant refinancing initiatives aimed at lowering its annual interest obligations and enhancing its long-term capital structure. The move is...
Finance News, iGaming News
July 31, 2025
FDJ United posts €1.87bn revenue with 36% profit drop
FDJ United, the newly rebranded French gaming and lottery group, has reported consolidated revenue of €1.87 billion for the first half of 2025. This marks a 30.7% increase compared to...
Finance News, iGaming News
July 30, 2025
Betby sees strong H1 2025 growth in sportsbook and esports
Betby, a privately held sportsbook and esports supplier, has released its financial and operational performance figures for the first half of 2025. The results reflect an accelerated trajectory of growth,...
Finance News
July 30, 2025
How Malta’s financial sector benefits from blockchain and crypto firms
There's a growing recognition of how Malta's financial sector stands to gain from the influx of blockchain and cryptocurrency firms. Known as the “Blockchain Island,” Malta has positioned itself as...
Finance News, Licenses & Payments
July 30, 2025
Inside the MFSA’s crypto exchange licensing maze
Many aspiring cryptocurrency exchange operators find themselves navigating the intricate and often perplexing landscape of licensing requirements set forth by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA). As one of the...
Finance News, iGaming News
July 28, 2025
PTSB launches app feature to block gambling payments
Permanent TSB (PTSB) has unveiled a new feature within its mobile banking app that allows customers to voluntarily block gambling-related transactions on both debit and credit cards. This important development...
Finance News, Licenses & Payments
July 28, 2025
Top 10 fintech startups in Europe revolutionizing online payments
You are about to discover the innovators who are reshaping the online payments landscape in Europe. With technology evolving at a rapid pace, these ten fintech startups stand out for...
Banking, Finance News
July 28, 2025
Bank failures and deposit guarantee triggers in Malta
Guarantee mechanisms are in place in Malta to protect depositors in the event of bank failures. Understanding these deposit guarantee triggers is necessary for consumers and investors alike, as they...







































